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  Four killled, three injured as car hits family while crossing road in Madurai

  May 25, 2025 10:31 IST

  The incident occurred near Usilampatti, according to Madurai Superintendent of Police Arvind. Further investigation is underway.

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  Tamil Nadu bus conductor's quick thinking saves dozens of passengers after driver collapses on wheel

  May 24, 2025 17:00 IST

  TV footage from inside the bus showed the moment Prabhu collapsed after experiencing severe chest pain, losing control of the vehicle. The conductor and several passengers immediately rushed to assist him.

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  Tamil Nadu: Five dead as bus collides with tempo on Thanjavur–Tiruchirapalli National Highway

  May 22, 2025 9:15 IST

  Tamil Nadu road accident: The incident took place on the Thanjavur–Tiruchirapalli National Highway near the Sengkippatti bridge, said Thanjavur District Collector Priyanka Balasubramanian.

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  NEP row: MK Stalin govt moves Supreme Court against Centre for withholding funds

  May 21, 2025 10:31 IST

  The Tamil Nadu government in the petition sought the release of more than Rs 2000 crores under Samagira Sikha Scheme and urged the SC to fix a time frame and sought the recovery of the amount with a future interest at the rate of 6% per annum on the principal sum.

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  Tamil Nadu: 4 workers killed in landslide in Sivaganga, CM Stalin Announces ex-gratia for families

  May 20, 2025 18:47 IST

  Four workers died and one was injured in a landslide at a Sivaganga stone quarry in Tamil Nadu; CM Stalin announced ex-gratia for victims' families and ordered a safety probe.

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  Tamil Nadu: Three dead after wall collapses due to heavy rain in Madurai

  May 20, 2025 13:04 IST

  The Perungudi Police have registered a case and launched an investigation into the wall collapse.

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  Stalin writes to CMs of non-BJP ruled states, urges to oppose Presidential reference in SC

  May 18, 2025 16:56 IST

  MK Stalin in his letter said that it is well known that the advisory judiciary of the Supreme Court cannot be invoked or exercised when the issue in question has already been decided by an authoritative verdict of the court.

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  Tamil Nadu tragedy: 20 injured as sewage tank explodes at factory in Cuddalore district

  May 15, 2025 12:44 IST

  The powerful blast not only caused massive damage to the factory premises but also impacted nearby residential areas. The force of the explosion led to a massive leak of sewage water from the tank, which spilled over into the village, damaging several houses and causing panic among the residents.

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  Tamil Nadu government to conduct more civil defence mock drills next week

  May 11, 2025 10:58 IST

  The civil defence exercise is only a mock drill to check the preparedness in the selected vital installations. All other functions in other places will go on normally and there is no need for any panic or apprehension among the public about this exercise.

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  DMK MP A Raja narrowly escapes injury as stage light post collapses during his speech | VIDEO

  May 05, 2025 10:50 IST

  A video of the incident shows A Raja stepping back just moments before the heavy lights, mounted on steel stands, came crashing down onto the podium, narrowly avoiding injury.

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  Tamil Nadu govt increases Pongal festival bonus, announces DA hike by 2% for 16 lakh employees

  April 28, 2025 15:42 IST

  MK Stalin made a slew of announcements aimed at ensuring the welfare of state government employees and teachers, including a manifold jump in the "marriage advance " and a 2 percent DA hike. Making the announcements in the state Assembly, the CM also proposed various benefits to pensioners.

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  Tamil Nadu CM Stalin announces major cabinet reshuffle after ministers resignation

  April 27, 2025 22:59 IST

  Tamil Nadu Forest Minister K. Ponmudy and Electricity, Prohibition and Excise Minister V. Senthilbalaji resigned on Sunday night.

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  Four, including two minors, killed in cracker blast in TN's Salem district

  April 26, 2025 14:46 IST

  The mishap occured when a bundle of firecrackers, carried in a gunny bag on a two-wheeler for bursting during the Draupadi Amman temple festival, caught fire and exploded.

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  Three fresh cases of Covid reported in Chennai, no active case in Tamil Nadu so far

  April 22, 2025 20:05 IST

  Coronavirus: About 32 people were subjected to RT-PCR test. There have been no active cases in the state as of April 20.

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  Durai Vaiko, MDMK leader, withdraws resignation from principal secretary post

  April 20, 2025 21:54 IST

  Tamil Nadu politics: Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam leader Durai said differences of opinion between leaders emerge in a party which follows democracy.

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  Udhayanidhi Stalin alleges NEET, three-language policy are tactics to 'impose' Hindi in Tamil Nadu

  April 20, 2025 17:11 IST

  The language row between Tamil Nadu and the Centre has been ongoing for very long, however, it was amplified due to the three-language formula proposed in the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.

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  Chennai Beach-Chengalpattu AC suburban train service begins: Check ticket prices, route, timings

  April 19, 2025 14:06 IST

  The AC EMU service was flagged off from Chennai Beach to Chengalpattu at 7 am and saw eager passengers enjoying the ride. Southern Railway stated that the introduction of the AC EMU is part of its efforts to offer a more comfortable travel experience to commuters.

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  BJP hits out at DMK for using 'temple' replica on Karunanidhi memorial, says assault on Hindu belief

  April 18, 2025 9:32 IST

  BJP leader Narayanan Thirupathy demanded an apology from Chief Minister MK Stalin over the issue and asked him to order an immediate removal of the temple replica.

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  Controversial remarks: Madras HC orders police to file case against Tamil Nadu Minister K Ponmudy

  April 17, 2025 18:26 IST

  DMK President and Chief Minister M K Stalin had removed Ponmudy as DMK deputy general secretary, even as the senior leader later tendered an apology for his for his "inappropriate remarks."

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  Tamil actor Vijay gets Fatwa for hosting 'alcoholics' at Iftar party, portraying Muslims negatively

  April 17, 2025 11:21 IST

  This follows a month-old controversy where rivals accused TVK of seeking Y-security from the Centre for Vijay, allegedly due to threats from Muslims.

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  Heavy rains lash Chennai, waterlogging reported in many areas | Video

  April 16, 2025 14:20 IST

  Chennai experienced heavy rainfall on Wednesday, bringing much-needed relief from the sweltering heat but also causing significant waterlogging in various parts of the city. The Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) deployed teams to clear clogged drains and facilitate water runoff.

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  Air India’s Chennai-Delhi flight delayed for hours, passengers made to deboard after wait

  April 15, 2025 15:01 IST

  An Air India flight from Chennai to Delhi (AI 2836) was delayed by nearly five hours on Tuesday due to a technical snag, with around 180 passengers made to deboard after waiting an hour onboard. The airline cited "operational reasons" and said the delay was being addressed.

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  Tamil Nadu Assembly passes resolution to protect state rights, forms panel led by retired SC judge

  April 15, 2025 13:04 IST

  Tamil Nadu Assembly passed a landmark resolution to protect state rights, forming a committee led by retired SC judge Justice Kurian Joseph. CM MK Stalin accused the center of eroding federal principles.

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  Waqf land row in Tamil Nadu: Vellore village in shock after land declared as dargah property

  April 15, 2025 14:07 IST

  As per the notice, villagers have been asked to enter into a formal agreement with the Waqf Board and start paying rent to the Dargah management. If not, the land will be treated as encroached property and recovered under Waqf laws.

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  Premalatha Vijayakant recalls PM Modi's bond with late Vijayakant: 'He is like brother to us'

  April 14, 2025 22:50 IST

  Premalatha Vijayakant recalled the deep, brotherly bond between PM Modi and late actor-politician Vijayakant, emphasising their friendship beyond politics.

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  Tamil Nadu: Tragic electrocution during temple festival claims three lives in Virudhunagar

  April 14, 2025 21:44 IST

  Three family members, including a seven-month pregnant woman, died of electrocution during a temple festival in Tamil Nadu's Virudhunagar district while trying to save a man who touched a live wire.

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  Vijay, TVK chief and actor, challenges Waqf Amendment Act in Supreme Court

  April 13, 2025 23:48 IST

  Several petitioners who moved to the Supreme Court and challenged the Waqf Act said it is against the Muslim community and infringed upon their fundamental rights.

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  Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi asks students to chant 'Jai Shri Ram' in Madurai, matter sparks row

  April 13, 2025 23:23 IST

  TN Governor had already been slammed by the Supreme Court, which, he said, had given a historical judgement against him for acting in an unconstitutional, illegal, and erroneous manner by not taking action on 10 bills passed by the State legislature.