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  Nine Tamil Nadu cops get death sentence in 'rarest of rare' father-son custodial deaths case

  April 06, 2026 23:55 IST

  A Madurai special court has awarded the death penalty to nine police officers for the 2020 custodial deaths of Jayaraj and Bennicks in Sathankulam. The ruling follows extensive evidence presented by the CBI, with the court deeming the torture inflicted as the "rarest of rare".

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  Cabinet approves international status for Madurai airport, extends Jal Jeevan mission till 2028

  India | March 10, 2026 17:05 IST

  The Union Cabinet has approved two major decisions. Madurai Airport in Tamil Nadu will be declared an international airport to boost connectivity, tourism, and trade. The Jal Jeevan Mission has been extended until 2028.

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  Goripalayam flyover in Madurai: Detailed route, cost, features and design of the 4-lane bridge

  February 25, 2026 12:22 IST

  The Goripalayam flyover, also called the Netaji Subash Chandra Bose flyover, has been built at a cost of Rs 213.80 crore. The construction for this project had started in 2023.

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  Social media weight loss tip turns fatal as college girl dies after consuming 'borax' in Tamil Nadu

  January 21, 2026 12:13 IST

  A Madurai college student died after consuming venkaaram for weight loss following a YouTube video's advice. She developed severe health complications and was declared dead en route to hospital. Police have registered a case and are investigating the circumstances surrounding the tragedy.

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  Tamil Nadu: 85 hospitalised due to suspected food poisoning in Madurai

  June 11, 2025 20:25 IST

  Tamil Nadu: The Dean of Government Rajaji Hospital in Madurai confirmed that all patients are currently in stable condition. Meanwhile, several additional cases have emerged in various hospitals throughout Virudhunagar district.

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  Amit Shah declares 2026 will mark end of DMK rule, NDA set to take over Tamil Nadu | Video

  June 08, 2025 23:52 IST

  Amit Shah in Tamil Nadu: Home Minister Shah said that in 2025, we formed the government in Delhi, in 2026, the BJP-NDA will form the government in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu.

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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: 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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  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.

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  Jallikattu 2025 kicks off in Madurai with 1,100 bulls, 900 tamers, attracting participation

  January 14, 2025 9:38 IST

  The 2025 Jallikattu festival in Madurai kicked off with 1,100 bulls and 900 tamers, showcasing Tamil Nadu's vibrant culture and attracting global attention with strict safety measures and exciting prizes.

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  Rajinikanth turns 74: Fans celebrate Thalaivar’s birthday with grand festivities | VIDEO

  Regional Cinema | December 12, 2024 9:03 IST

  Superstar Rajinikanth turned 74 today, and fans across India are celebrating with grand tributes. From gatherings outside his Chennai home to prayers at his temple in Madurai, the Thalaivar’s birthday is a festival of devotion and joy.

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  108 Veenas resonate at Madurai's Prasanna Venkatesa Perumal Temple on Vijayadashmi | Watch

  Trending | October 12, 2024 12:12 IST

  Vijayadashmi, also known as Dussehra is one of the most auspicious occasions of the Hindu religion which is celebrated annually on the 10th day of 'Shukla paksha' in the Hindu lunar month of 'Ashwin'.

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  PM Modi to flag off Vande Bharat trains today for THESE routes | Check list

  India | August 31, 2024 6:06 IST

  The Vande Bharat Express is a semi-high-speed, self-propelled train. It features state-of-the-art passenger amenities, offering a faster, more comfortable, and convenient travel experience.

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  'Asked to prove Hindu identity': Actress Namitha claims discrimination during temple visit

  August 26, 2024 23:32 IST

  Actress Namitha Vankawala accuses Meenakshi Sundareshwar Temple authorities of discrimination. Said, was asked to prove her Hindu faith during her visit to the temple.

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  Fire at under-construction new Air Traffic Control at Madurai airport

  July 05, 2024 23:22 IST

  The fire was brought under the control and no causalities were reported. The blaze erupted at the new Air Traffic Control at Madurai airport.

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  Video: 5 killed as speeding car rams into two-wheeler, topples across four-lane highway in Madurai

  April 10, 2024 16:00 IST

  The collision was so severe that the vehicle spun across the four-lane road, crossed the center median, and finally came to a stop on the opposite side of the road.

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  Tamil Nadu: PM Modi offers prayers at Meenakshi Amman Temple in Madurai. See photos

  February 28, 2024 0:14 IST

  PM Modi, who is on a two-day visit to southern states, will dedicate projects worth several thousand crores of rupees in Tamil Nadu on February 28. He earlier visited Kerala.

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  Bull taming sport 'Jallikattu' begins in Tamil Nadu’s Madurai | WATCH

  January 15, 2024 9:57 IST

  Jallikattu is a popular bull-embracing sport traditionally played in Tamil Nadu during the Pongal harvest festival in the second week of January.

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  Jallikattu 2024: Over 12,000 bulls, 4,500 bull tamers enlisted for festival in Tamil Nadu's Madurai

  January 12, 2024 11:54 IST

  Jallikattu 2024: Sri Lanka recently hosted its first Jallikattu event in Triconmalee, with the country's Eastern Province Governor Senthil Thondaman and Malaysia's member of parliament Saravanan Murugan flagging off the event on January 6.

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  Tamil Nadu: Special ward for rising dengue cases at Madurai Government Hospital

  October 06, 2023 17:35 IST

  Dengue cases in Tamil Nadu: The special ward has more than a hundred beds. The officials from the health department and corporation have started a door-to-door campaign to create awareness about the disease.