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  Tamil Nadu to get new airport, another flyover to come up in Chennai: FM Thennarasu in budget speech

  March 14, 2025 12:49 IST

  Tamil Nadu Budget 2025: New airport will come up in Ramanathapuram - Rameswaram region, announced FM Thangam Thennarasu in his Budget speech and said a new flyover will be constructed for a distance of 3 km from Chennai Velachery main road to Guru Nanak College.

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  Stalin seeks opposition unity against delimitation, calls for March 22 meeting in Chennai

  March 07, 2025 16:40 IST

  Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has written to the chief ministers of several states, warning that the upcoming delimitation exercise could reduce the parliamentary representation of states that have successfully controlled population growth.

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  SC says no further cases to be registered against Udaynidhi Stalin for his Sanatan Dharma remarks

  March 06, 2025 12:30 IST

  Udhayanidhi Stalin sparked controversy with his comments in September 2023, equating Sanatan Dharma with diseases like dengue and malaria and calling for its eradication. His controversial statement led to protests and legal action from several quarters.

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  Tamil Nadu: Stalin criticises Hindi imposition, asks why no Tamil teaching institution in north

  March 04, 2025 13:29 IST

  Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin criticises the central government's alleged Hindi imposition and questions why no institutions are set up in the north to teach Tamil and other southern languages. He emphasizes the importance of linguistic diversity and technology over compulsory language imposition.

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  DMK MP hits out at Chennai Airport after no Tamil magazine on lounge rack amid language row

  March 03, 2025 17:54 IST

  DMK MP P Wilson shared a picture of a magazine rack at the lounge of Chennai Airport Terminal 4 with only Hindi magazines. He raised concern over the absence of Tamil magazines.

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  MK Stalin asks newlyweds in Tamil Nadu to have babies immediately to counter delimitation

  March 03, 2025 13:44 IST

  MK Stalin highlighted the potential impact on the state and reinforced his stance, stating, “So I won’t say take your time, but immediately have your baby.”

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  Udhayanidhi Stalin warns against Hindi imposition and NEP, slams central government’s policies

  March 03, 2025 7:01 IST

  Udhayanidhi Stalin reiterates Tamil Nadu's strong opposition to the NEP and Hindi imposition, asserting the state's refusal to accept these policies under the current government.

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  Tamil Nadu: Courtallam Falls, iconic tourist site flooded after rains, orange alert issued | Video

  March 02, 2025 14:44 IST

  The horrific video from the Courtallam Falls shows a strong gush of water flooding low-lying areas near the iconic tourist spot. The IMD issued rain alert for the southern part of Tamil Nadu.

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  Tamil Nadu: Lemon sold for whopping Rs 13,000 at auction in Erode Temple, here's why it's so special

  February 28, 2025 19:32 IST

  As per reports, the public auction took place at Pazhamathinni Karuppa Eshwaran Temple at Villakethi village as part of the annual Maha Shivaratri celebrations. Devotees bid on sacred items placed before the temple deity, which included a lemon, a silver ring, and a silver coin.

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  Heavy rains alert: Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Karaikal to witness downpours on March 1, says IMD

  February 28, 2025 14:43 IST

  IMD has issued a heavy rain alert for Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal on March 1-2, 2025. A yellow alert is in place for Kanyakumari, Tirunelveli, Thoothukudi, and nearby districts. Stay updated on weather warnings and safety measures.

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  Chennai to face power outage today | Check timings, affected areas

  February 26, 2025 6:43 IST

  The Tamil Nadu Electricity Board (TNEB) announced the schedule for the power outage in the capital city so that people make their plans accordingly.

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  Tamil Nadu: Stalin says state ready for 'another language war' amid Hindi imposition row

  February 25, 2025 16:50 IST

  The MK Stalin-led Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) has consistently opposed the three-language policy, insisting that Tamil Nadu will continue with Tamil and English and accusing the BJP-led NDA government of attempting to push Hindi on the state.

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  Fishermen go on indefinite strike in Rameswaram as Sri Lanka Navy arrests 32 in Palk Bay Sea

  February 24, 2025 14:37 IST

  Expressing concern over the latest arrests, Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin has written to External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar urging to convene a Joint Working Group (JWG) meeting to ensure the release of all the arrested fishermen and their boats.

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  Chennai: Tamil Nadu Electricity Board announces power outage on Feb 24 | Timings, affected areas

  February 23, 2025 12:06 IST

  The Tamil Nadu Power Corporation has announced a power outage of five hours in multiple areas of Chennai on February 24. The power cut is scheduled for the maintenance works.

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  Annamalai slams Stalin govt over Coimbatore minor gangrape, says even female cops unsafe

  February 18, 2025 14:53 IST

  A 17-year-old girl was gang-raped by seven students in Tamil Nadu's Coimbatore which caused massive outrage. The DMK government has reportedly arrested the accused in the case. Meanwhile, Annamalai has slammed the DMK govt and cited the drug menace behind rising gangrape cases.

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  AIADMK ups the ante for 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly polls, vows to forge mega alliance

  February 17, 2025 9:01 IST

  AIADMK chief E Palaniswami vowed to form a grand alliance to uproot the Stalin-led DMK government from power in Tamil Nadu. He lashed out at Stalin and said, a "victorious alliance of strength" would be formed.

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  PM Modi to inaugurate new Pamban Bridge on Feb 28: Check features, cost and other details

  February 15, 2025 16:30 IST

  The Pamban Bridge is currently equipped with a single electrified railway track, with provisions for an additional line in the future to support increased rail traffic. Presently, 10 regular and 10 weekly special trains operate up to Mandapam station.

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  Chennai power cut today: Power corporation announces shutdown | Check timings, affected areas

  February 13, 2025 9:38 IST

  The power corporation has announced a five-hour power outage in Chennai, which will affect as many as 40 localities in the Tamil Nadu capital. The power department has said that the power supply could be restored if the maintenance work is completed on time.

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  Tamil Nadu CM announces full medical aid for woman pushed out of train, orders financial assistance

  February 09, 2025 22:43 IST

  The 36-year-old survivor suffered a fracture in the hand and was admitted to the Government Medical College and Hospital in Vellore. The arrested accused person is a history sheeter.

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  Erode East Bypoll Result Highlights: DMK's Chandhirakumar wins by securing over 1 lakh votes

  February 08, 2025 18:51 IST

  Erode East Assembly Bypoll Highlights: This was the second bypoll announcement to the Erode seat in less than two years. In 2021, Thirumagan Evera won on Congress ticket but passed away, After this, his father EVKS Elangovan contested on Congress ticket and won the seat but he also died.

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  Tamil Nadu: Pregnant woman sexually assaulted, thrown off train, sparking outrage

  February 07, 2025 11:41 IST

  The woman sustained severe injuries, including fractures to her hand and leg and a head injury. She is currently receiving treatment at the District Government Hospital in Vellore.

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  Know why Tirupati temple board sacks 18 staffers for violating 'Hindu tradition' policy

  February 06, 2025 12:52 IST

  Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) dismissed 18 employees for violating the Hindu-only employment policy. Know why non-Hindu employees were removed and the political reactions surrounding this decision.

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  Chennai power cut: Electricity outage in multiple areas in city | Check localities, timings

  February 06, 2025 6:44 IST

  Tamil Nadu's capital, Chennai, will face a disruption in power supply for five hours from 09.00 am to 02.00 pm because of maintenance work.

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  Massive explosion at firecracker factory in Tamil Nadu’s Sivakasi, fire tenders rush to spot

  February 05, 2025 15:23 IST

  Soon after receiving information about the incident, the Fire and Rescue Department officials rushed to the spot to bring the situation under control. More details are awaited in the matter.

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  Erode East bypoll: 64.02 per cent voter turnout recorded till 5 pm as polling concludes

  February 05, 2025 18:48 IST

  Erode East bypoll: 46 candidates were in the fray for the by-election to the Erode East Assembly constituency. The results will be declared on February 8.

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  25 flight operations disrupted at Chennai airport due to dense fog, passengers face inconvenience

  February 04, 2025 11:27 IST

  Chennai airport: Thousands of passengers waiting at the airport faced challenging situation whose flights were delayed or affected. Air passengers were advised to check with their airlines for updates and schedules as the dense fog lingered into the morning hours.

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  Chennai: Uber, Ola drivers to go on indefinite strike from today, cab services to face disruption

  February 01, 2025 7:03 IST

  Chennai: The last fare revision took place in 2013, when the minimum fare was fixed at Rs 25 for 1.8 km. However, it may be recalled that the government-mandated fares have not been adhered to by Chennai auto drivers and have remained only on paper.

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  Chennai to face 5-hour power outage on January 30 | Check timings, affected areas

  January 29, 2025 19:12 IST

  Chennai will experience five-hour power cuts on Thursday (January 30). The power cuts will affect nearly 125 localities in eight neighbourhoods. Residents are advised to plan their day accordingly to avoid any inconvenience.