The Supreme Court of India has called upon the states of Kerala and Tamil Nadu to present their views on which committee would be the most effective in overseeing the safety and management of the Mullaperiyar Dam. This comes amid ongoing concerns about the dam’s structural integrity and the safety of the millions of people Read More…
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast isolated rain across Kerala, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu on January 14 due to the influence of a cyclonic circulation over the region. Light to moderate rainfall is expected in parts of these states, with a possibility of heavy rainfall in isolated areas. In Kerala, districts such as Thiruvananthapuram, Read More…
In a recent report highlighting consumer spending patterns across India, southern states like Kerala, Telangana, and Tamil Nadu have emerged as leaders in per capita expenditure, showcasing stronger purchasing power and better living standards. Industrialized states such as Gujarat and Maharashtra have reported spending levels hovering around the national average, reflecting balanced economic growth and Read More…
In a swift response to the National Green Tribunal’s (NGT) directive, the Kerala government has successfully cleared waste illegally dumped in Tamil Nadu’s Tirunelveli district within the mandated three-day deadline . The waste, primarily biomedical materials from facilities including the Regional Cancer Centre in Thiruvananthapuram, was clandestinely disposed of in villages like Kodaganallur and Palavoor Read More…
Tamil Nadu police arrested two individuals, Manohar (51) and Mayandi (42), from Suthamalli village in Tirunelveli district for their role in illegally dumping biomedical waste from Kerala into Tamil Nadu. The arrests came after hazardous medical waste — including unused syringes — was discovered in Kodaganallur, Palavoor, and Kondanagaram villages. Investigations revealed that the waste Read More…
Cyclone Fengal has left a trail of destruction across Tamil Nadu, displacing thousands and forcing the cancellation of several train services. The worst-affected areas include Vikravandi and Krishnagiri, while Villupuram and Puducherry continue to struggle with the aftermath of heavy rains and strong winds. In many regions, floodwaters have inundated homes and farmlands, displacing families Read More…
Chennai: Cyclone Fengal, which had posed a significant threat to the southeastern coast of India, has now weakened into a depression. However, heavy rains continue to lash Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, causing widespread waterlogging and disruptions. Puducherry witnessed unprecedented rainfall, recording 46 cm of rain, the highest in recent history, due to the cyclone’s impact. Read More…
Actor Vijay’s political journey took a decisive turn as his party, Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK), held its first-ever state conference in Vikravandi, Tamil Nadu, on October 27. The event marked Vijay’s strong commitment to a Tamil-centric political ideology, drawing from the legacies of Dravidian icons like Periyar and Ambedkar. His message was clear: prioritizing Tamil Read More…
Chennai: The Southern Railway has deemed the Mysuru-Dharbhanga Express entering the loop line, which resulted in a deadly accident in Tamil Nadu, as an “unusual” incident. A high-level committee has been appointed to investigate the factors leading to this tragic event. The affected section of the track has been temporarily closed for further inquiry and Read More…
Chennai: Residents of Vazhudambedu Colony in Gummidipoondi taluk of Tamil Nadu were able to enter the Arulmigu Pidari Ettiamman temple and offer prayers after it was unsealed and reopened on Sept 16. The villagers mostly belonging to the Scheduled Castes ,were denied entry in to the temple last month after a group of caste Hindus Read More…