Tamil Nadu is reeling under the impact of relentless, heavy rainfall as a deep depression over the southwest Bay of Bengal triggers widespread flooding across major districts. Chennai and Tiruvallur have been placed under a Red Alert, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) warning of very heavy downpours until Tuesday morning. As a precaution, all Read More…
The weakened remnants of Cyclone Ditwah continued to batter Tamil Nadu on Monday, unleashing heavy rainfall and widespread waterlogging across several districts. Though the system has downgraded into a deep depression, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) warned that its trailing bands could still bring intense showers to many parts of the state. Chennai and nearby Read More…
The deadly Cyclone Ditwah continues its destructive path across South Asia, with Sri Lanka witnessing one of its worst natural disasters in over a decade. The death toll has surged to 153, while hundreds remain missing and tens of thousands have been forced from their homes. Massive floods and landslides have ravaged several districts, sweeping Read More…
The Tamil Nadu government has decided to move ahead with its ambitious ₹11,721 crore Aliyar Pumped-Storage Power Project, despite strong objections from Kerala. The Tamil Nadu Infrastructure Development Board (TNIDB) has already invited applications for a transaction advisor, signalling that the state is determined to proceed with the 2,400-MW project under a public-private partnership (PPP) Read More…
Chennai: Actor and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) founder Vijay is set to meet the families of the 41 people who lost their lives in the tragic Karur stampede on Monday. The closed-door meeting will be held at a private resort in Mahabalipuram, with media access strictly restricted. According to party sources, elaborate arrangements have been Read More…
Chennai: A heart-wrenching accident in Tamil Nadu’s Cuddalore district claimed the lives of three young students after a speeding train collided with a school van at an unmanned level crossing. At least ten other children sustained injuries, with several reported to be in critical condition. The incident took place near Chemmankuppam, involving students from Krishnaswami Read More…
The Indian Rupee symbol (₹), recently replaced by the Tamil Nadu government with “₹” in Tamil script, was originally designed by D. Udaya Kumar, a Tamilian and professor at IIT Guwahati. In 2010, Udaya Kumar’s design was selected from thousands of entries in a national competition to represent the Indian currency. The symbol, which creatively Read More…
Chennai: Tamil superstar Vijay, the leader of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), has launched a bold political campaign, calling for the removal of both the ruling DMK government in Tamil Nadu and the BJP-led central government. Speaking at TVK’s first anniversary celebrations in Mahabalipuram, Vijay accused both parties of failing to address the real issues faced Read More…
In a significant development, the Supreme Court of India has dismissed exaggerated concerns about the Mullaperiyar Dam, stating that some individuals are creating unnecessary fear about potential devastation in Kerala. The Court highlighted that the dam has successfully withstood 135 years of monsoons, exceeding its originally estimated lifespan by more than double. As part of Read More…
The Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board (TNPCB) has levied an ‘environmental compensation’ of over ₹1 crore on four establishments found guilty of illegally dumping biomedical waste. This stringent action comes as part of the state’s intensified efforts to tackle environmental violations and safeguard public health. The violators, including hospitals and waste management facilities, were penalized Read More…