Chennai: News
21 Jul 2024
CoimbatoreBudget 2024: MK Stalin lists out Tamil Nadu's wish list
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has shared his state's expectations for the upcoming Union Budget (2024-25), set to be presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on July 23.
19 Jul 2024
Lok Sabha ElectionsEx-actor Udhayanidhi Stalin eyes Dy. CM seat, tracing his journey
Udhayanidhi Stalin, son of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin and grandson of DMK founder Dr Kalaignar Karunanidhi, is anticipated to be appointed as the Tamil Nadu Deputy CM.
19 Jul 2024
Andhra PradeshWhat's behind rising cost of tomatoes
Tomato prices in India have soared from ₹10-20 per kilogram to ₹80-100 per kilogram in the monsoon season, putting a significant strain on the weekly budgets of consumers.
17 Jul 2024
Andhra PradeshIt's Tamil Nadu vs. Andhra in US vice president race?
Former United States President Donald Trump formally picked his running mate, JD Vance, on Monday, following a long wait.
15 Jul 2024
Akshay Kumar'Sarfira' posts second lowest opening weekend for Akshay Kumar
Akshay Kumar's latest film, Sarfira, has recorded his second-lowest opening weekend in recent years, garnering a total of ₹11.85 crore India net. Only Selfiee scored lower (₹10.3cr) than Sarfira.
14 Jul 2024
Bahujan Samaj PartySuspect in Tamil Nadu BSP chief's murder killed in encounter
An accused in the murder of K Armstrong, Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP)'s Tamil Nadu chief, was killed during a police encounter on Saturday night near Madhavaram in Chennai.
13 Jul 2024
Box OfficeBox office: 'Indian 2' rakes in ₹26cr on opening day
Released with high expectations on Friday, Kamal Haasan and S. Shankar's Indian 2 aimed to captivate audiences with a fresh take on the 1996 blockbuster film, Indian.
10 Jul 2024
HyderabadWho's Anukathir Surya, IRS officer who changed name, gender officially
In a historic decision, the Ministry of Finance has approved a senior Indian Revenue Service (IRS) officer's request to change her name and gender in all official documents.
09 Jul 2024
Padma BhushanWho was Usha Uthup's husband Jani, who died at 78
Jani Chacko Uthup, the second husband of legendary Indian singer and Padma Bhushan recipient Usha Uthup, reportedly died on Monday.
08 Jul 2024
Bahujan Samaj PartyChennai Police Commissioner transferred after BSP chief Armstrong's murder
Chennai Police Commissioner Sandeep Rai Rathore was transferred on Monday after the murder of Tamil Nadu's Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief K Armstrong.
07 Jul 2024
Bengaluru'Munjya's box office collection approaches ₹100cr in 30 days
The Indian film Munjya has amassed a commendable ₹97.95cr at the box office within its initial 30 days of release.
06 Jul 2024
Bahujan Samaj PartyTamil Nadu BSP chief hacked to death; 8 detained
K Armstrong, the president of the Bahujan Samaj Party's (BSP) Tamil Nadu state unit, was brutally murdered by a six-member gang near his home in Perambur, Chennai, on Friday evening.
04 Jul 2024
BengaluruShort-term exposure to air pollution kills 33,000 Indians annually: Report
A recent study published in Lancet Planetary Health states that air pollution levels below India's national clean air threshold are responsible for approximately 33,000 deaths annually across ten cities in the country.
30 Jun 2024
Ahmedabad'Munjya's dedicated fanbase helps it rule box office
The Bollywood film Munjya continues to perform well, earning an estimated ₹1.09cr India net on its 23rd day of release.
25 Jun 2024
HyderabadIndia supplying arms to Israel, claims former envoy
Former Israeli Ambassador to India, Daniel Carmon, has claimed that India might be supplying arms to Israel amid its ongoing conflict with Gaza.
23 Jun 2024
Manisha KoiralaManisha Koirala to skip Sonakshi-Zaheer's reception due to prior commitments
Actor Manisha Koirala has confirmed her inability to attend the wedding reception of Sonakshi Sinha, despite their close relationship.
23 Jun 2024
Delhi PoliceMinor sends hoax bomb threat to Dubai-bound flight 'for fun'
A 13-year-old boy was recently detained by the Delhi Police for sending a hoax bomb threat to a Dubai-bound flight from Delhi airport.
19 Jun 2024
DubaiAviation regulator considers flying ban for hoax callers
The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) is planning to propose a stringent action against hoax callers, potentially including a five-year ban from flying on any airline.
19 Jun 2024
PuneChennai: MP's daughter runs BMW over man, gets bail
In a hit-and-run incident just weeks after the Pune Porsche case, the daughter of a Rajya Sabha MP allegedly ran over a man sleeping on a pavement in Chennai's Besant Nagar.
17 Jun 2024
BengaluruMumbai remains most expensive Indian city to live in: Survey
Mumbai has retained its title as the most expensive city in India for expatriates, according to the 2024 Cost of Living survey by Mercer.
16 Jun 2024
Bengaluru'Munjya' delivers another blockbuster weekend at box office
The Bollywood film Munjya has maintained its strong performance at the box office, raking in an estimated ₹6.5cr India nett on its ninth day.
13 Jun 2024
Tamil Cinema'Hey! Sinamika' actor Pradeep K Vijayan found dead at home
Pradeep K Vijayan, a celebrated actor known for his roles in Thegidi and Hey! Sinamika, was found dead at his residence on Wednesday.
13 Jun 2024
Box Office'Mr. & Mrs. Mahi' rakes in ₹32.55cr in 13 days
The Bollywood film Mr. & Mrs. Mahi has demonstrated a robust performance at the box office, amassing an impressive ₹32.55cr India nett within its initial 13 days of release.
10 Jun 2024
AhmedabadBox office Day 10: 'Mr. & Mrs. Mahi' continues strong
The Bollywood film Mr. & Mrs. Mahi has maintained a robust performance at the box office, amassing an estimated ₹30.05cr India nett in its first 10 days of release.
04 Jun 2024
Box Office'Mr. & Mrs. Mahi' continues strong performance at box office
The Bollywood film Mr. & Mrs. Mahi has maintained its momentum at the box office, raking in an estimated ₹2.15cr India nett on its fourth day of release, as per early estimates by Sacnilk.
02 Jun 2024
BengaluruIMD forecasts weather conditions for Delhi, Bengaluru, other cities
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather forecast for several major cities in India, including Delhi, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Kolkata, and Chennai.
01 Jun 2024
DelhiChennai-Mumbai IndiGo flight makes emergency landing due to bomb threat
An IndiGo flight from Chennai to Mumbai, carrying 172 passengers and crew members, was forced to make an emergency landing on Saturday due to a bomb threat.
29 May 2024
EgyptGlobe-trotting adventures: World culture fiction for teens
Fiction that explores different cultures and countries serves as a window to the world for teens, enabling them to immerse in diverse traditions, grasp global perspectives, and nurture empathy.
29 May 2024
Bengaluru'Srikanth' nears ₹40cr mark after 19 days in theaters
The film Srikanth, directed by Tushar Hiranandani and produced by T-Series and Chalk and Cheese Films, continues to perform well at the box office.
15 May 2024
AhmedabadDay 5 remains steady for 'Srikanth' at box office
Rajkummar Rao's Srikanth has shown a consistent performance at the box office since its release, amassing an estimated ₹13.35cr in India nett earnings over its first four days.
10 May 2024
Bangalore International Airport LimitedBengaluru airport's T2 sees water leakage after heavy rainfall
Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) Terminal 2 (T2) experienced water leakage due to heavy rainfall on Thursday.
02 May 2024
Music IndustryRenowned Tamil singer Uma Ramanan dies at 72 in Chennai
In a major blow to the Indian singing landscape, esteemed playback singer Uma Ramanan died on Wednesday, May 1 in Chennai. The cause of her death remains undisclosed.
02 May 2024
Aayush Sharma'Ruslaan' box office earnings stagnate on 6th day
The Hindi action film, Ruslaan, starring Aayush Sharma, Sushrii Shreya Mishraa, Jagapathi Babu, and Vidya Malvade, has experienced a stagnation in its box office earnings by the sixth day of its release.
24 Apr 2024
Airports Authority of IndiaWhat is ISHAN, India's push for 'one nation, one airspace'
India has begun the process of consolidating its four airspace zones into a single entity in order to refine and strengthen air traffic management (ATM).
17 Apr 2024
AppleApple in advanced talks for iPhone camera production in India
Apple is reportedly nearing the conclusion of discussions to manufacture key iPhone components, specifically camera modules, in India.
13 Apr 2024
BengaluruLow-cost hideouts, fake identities: How Bengaluru blast accused evaded cops
The two men who were arrested in West Bengal in connection with the Bengaluru cafe blast managed to elude police by selecting low-cost hideouts, paying in cash, and not panicking, reports said.
12 Apr 2024
Lok SabhaRenowned Tamil actor Arulmani's unexpected death shocks many
Renowned Tamil actor Arulmani, known for his performances in Azhagi, Thendral, and Thandavakkone, passed away on Thursday due to a cardiac arrest. He was 65.
12 Apr 2024
AfricaThis Indian start-up has introduced 15-minute charging to passenger three-wheelers
India's EV industry is set for a major shift, with the introduction of a three-wheeler passenger vehicle that can fully charge in just 15 minutes.
09 Apr 2024
AIADMKTamil cinema stalwart and ex-politician RM Veerappan dies at 97
Renowned Tamil film producer and five-time cabinet minister from Tamil Nadu, RM Veerappan, died on Tuesday in Chennai. He was 97
08 Apr 2024
DhanushDhanush and filmmaker wife Aishwaryaa Rajinikanth file for divorce: Report
Superstar Dhanush and filmmaker Aishwaryaa Rajinikanth have initiated legal proceedings for their divorce at the family court in Chennai, according to India Today.
03 Apr 2024
Tamil CinemaVeteran Tamil actor Visweswara Rao (64) succumbs to cancer
The Tamil film industry is mourning the loss of celebrated actor Visweswara Rao, who passed away on Tuesday (April 2), reportedly due to complications related to cancer.
03 Apr 2024
AhmedabadBengaluru named India's most budget-friendly travel destination
Bengaluru, often called India's "Silicon Valley," has been declared the most budget-friendly travel destination in the country by Agoda, a leading travel booking platform.
26 Mar 2024
Tamil CinemaCelebrated Tamil comedian Seshu dies (60) due to heart-related ailment
The comedy world has lost celebrated actor Seshu, best known for his role in Vijay TV's hit parody series, Lollu Sabha.
20 Mar 2024
Dhanush'Ilaiyaraaja' biopic starring Dhanush announced; first look poster unveiled
Finally! The makers of the highly anticipated Ilaiyaraaja biopic have launched the magnum opus in Chennai.
20 Mar 2024
AIADMKTamil Nadu: AIADMK unveils first list for Lok Sabha polls
The All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) on Wednesday announced its first list of candidates for 16 Lok Sabha seats.
04 Mar 2024
Tamil NaduTamil Nadu: 2 schools receive hoax bomb threats, probe underway
At least two schools in Tamil Nadu received bomb threats via email on Monday, sparking fear among students, staff, and parents.
02 Mar 2024
India Meteorological Department (IMD)IMD predicts more heatwaves, intense summer in India this year
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted that the country will face more heatwave days in the summer of 2024.
11 Feb 2024
IndiGoIndiGo plane causes runway closure at Delhi airport
An IndiGo flight (6E 2221) from Amritsar on Sunday missed the taxiway after landing at Delhi airport, causing a temporary blockage on one of the runways, PTI reported.
08 Feb 2024
Bomb ThreatChennai schools receive hoax bomb threats, investigation underway
At least four private schools in Chennai received bomb threats via email on Thursday, prompting parents to rush to the school and pick up their kids.
03 Feb 2024
IndiGoPara-athlete Suvarna Raj alleges 'mistreatment' by IndiGo staff; airline apologizes
Indian para-athlete Suvarna Raj has voiced her concerns about the alleged mistreatment of differently-abled individuals by airlines, citing her recent experience with an IndiGo Airlines flight.
29 Jan 2024
PunePune: Infosys techie shot dead in hotel room by boyfriend
A 26-year-old software engineer was allegedly shot dead by her boyfriend in a hotel room on the outskirts of Pune, Maharashtra, on Saturday.
25 Jan 2024
WhatsAppNow buy Chennai Metro QR tickets on WhatsApp: Here's how
Chennai Metro is revolutionizing the way passengers purchase tickets, by introducing a new WhatsApp-based QR code ticketing service.
12 Jan 2024
Indian Air ForceMystery solved! Missing IAF plane's wreckage found after 8 years
The long-standing mystery surrounding the disappearance of an Indian Air Force (IAF) An-32 transport aircraft in 2016 may finally have been solved.
08 Jan 2024
Tamil NaduTN: Heavy rains shut schools, colleges, trigger massive traffic jams
Torrential rains on Sunday caused massive traffic jams, creating difficulties for commuters in various parts of Tamil Nadu, especially Chennai.
07 Jan 2024
QualcommQualcomm's new Rs. 177cr Chennai facility to create 1,600 jobs
Global semiconductor giant Qualcomm has announced plans for a new design center in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, with a proposed investment of Rs. 177.27 crore.
04 Jan 2024
India2024 Book Fair Guide: Chennai, Delhi, Jaipur and more
Here's to all the bibliophiles! Welcome to the vibrant world of literature as India eagerly anticipates the 47th Chennai Book Fair 2024, followed by the Jaipur Literature Festival and the New Delhi World Book Fair.
27 Dec 2023
Tamil NaduChennai: 42 hospitalized after ammonia gas leak in Ennore
A major ammonia gas leak late on Tuesday at the Coromandel International Limited industrial unit in Ennore, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, led to 42 people being hospitalized.
25 Dec 2023
MurderTechie burned alive by ex-classmate who changed sex for her
In a spine-chilling incident in Tamil Nadu, a 24-year-old software engineer, R Nandhini, was allegedly brutally murdered by her former classmate, Vetrimaran, who underwent a sex change operation in hopes of marrying her.
17 Dec 2023
Narendra ModiModi to inaugurate Varanasi's 2nd Vande Bharat train, Kashi-Tamil Sangamam
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will reportedly flag off the second Vande Bharat Express train in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, on Sunday. He will also flag off a new train between Banaras and Kanyakumari, the country's two religious seats.
15 Dec 2023
Tamil NaduChennai oil spill triggers health issues among residents after flood
Thousands of people have been affected by a crude oil spill in Ennore—located 25km from Chennai in Tamil Nadu—triggered by Cyclone Michaung. Even weeks after the storm, the spillage's terrible ecological impact is still being felt.
08 Dec 2023
RainfallCyclone Michaung: 20 dead in Chennai; schools, colleges shut
Heavy rainfall triggered by Cyclone Michaung has flooded Chennai and resulted in at least 20 deaths.
