Chennai: News
'If women are insulted...': Vijay addresses Trisha remark row
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay has reacted to the controversy surrounding Leader of Opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin's remarks about actor Trisha.
Tamil Nadu government identifies new sites for 2nd airport: Report
The Tamil Nadu government has shortlisted two sites, Manellore and Cheyyur, for a new airport. The decision comes after Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay scrapped the Parandur airport project last month.
Tamil Nadu CM's convoy faces major security breach
A major security breach occurred in Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay's convoy on Thursday.
Dulquer Salmaan's 'I'm Game' faces technical chaos on premiere day
Dulquer Salmaan's latest film, I'm Game, was released on Thursday. However, the film is facing a rocky start with several reports of technical glitches and canceled shows.
Vijay announces world-class Olympic city in Chennai
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has announced the establishment of a world-class Tamil Nadu Olympic City in Chennai.
Commercial LPG prices hiked by up to ₹12
The price of commercial liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders has been increased by around ₹10 across India.
Vijay endorses Rahul for PM; Congress leader dismisses rift rumors
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has endorsed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi as the Prime Ministerial candidate for the 2029 Lok Sabha elections.
Tamil Nadu's new-age business houses line up for IPOs
A number of Tamil Nadu-based companies are preparing to launch their initial public offerings (IPOs).
Suitcase with body parts: Couple on run for 24d arrested
A couple, Manik Uddin Laskar (22) and Bhagabati Majhi (21), was arrested in Manipur's Jiribam district on Saturday. They are accused of murdering Hayathun Nisha, a 38-year-old woman from Odisha.
NEET PG 2026 begins with over 2.73 lakh candidates
The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Postgraduate (NEET PG) 2026 began on Sunday, with over 2.73 lakh medical graduates taking the exam across India.
'Ramayana' exclusive preview: One-eyed demon, bear-like creature shown
The Big Cine Expo 2026, held in Chennai on August 18 and 19, showcased never-before-seen 15-minute footage from the upcoming film Ramayana.
Kothu parotta: The South Indian street food you should try
Chennai's bustling streets are home to a delicious breakfast dish called kothu parotta.
Vijay announces 3 free LPG cylinders to families annually
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay has announced a new set of welfare measures in the state Assembly.
Tamil Nadu CM scraps new airport plan in Parandur
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has announced the scrapping of plans for a new airport in Parandur.
Centre launches 'Kanda Express' as onion prices rise 45%
The Indian government will launch "Kanda Express" from Monday, a special train service to transport onions from Maharashtra's buffer stock to major consumption centers.
Woman's dismembered body found hanging in Chennai house
A woman's dismembered body parts were discovered inside a red suitcase on a train in Agra earlier this month.
Veteran actor Sowcar Janaki dies at 94
Sowcar Janaki (Sankaramanchi Janaki), the legendary actor who graced Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam cinema for decades, has passed away. She was 94.
These Indian street breakfasts are made for sweet tooths
India's streets are dotted with sweet breakfasts, a perfect start to the day.
'Vishwanath & Sons' maintains pace; earns ₹140cr in 7 days
The Tamil-Telugu film Vishwanath & Sons witnessed a significant dip in its box office collection on Thursday, the seventh day of its release.
'Vishwanath & Sons' sees big drop; global collection crosses ₹135cr
The Tamil-Telugu bilingual film Vishwanath & Sons, starring Suriya and Raveena Tandon, has seen a significant drop in its box office collections.
Vijay's son Jason Sanjay's directorial debut 'Sigma' gets October release
The much-awaited directorial debut of Jason Sanjay, son of Tamil superstar Thalapathy Vijay, will hit the screens on October 2, 2026.
Love vada? Try these breakfast favorites from India
Vada breakfasts are a staple in many Indian households, providing a quick and delicious start to the day.
'Spoilt for life': RGV looks back on working with Sridevi
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma recently opened up about his contribution to the upcoming biography of late actor Sridevi, titled The Empress.
Some Tamil Nadu ministers demanding 2-4% kickbacks: Annamalai
Former Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) state president K Annamalai has accused the Tamil Nadu government, headed by Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay, of corruption.
Meet VIHAAN, an indigenous broadband networking chip
Chennai-based fabless semiconductor start-up Aheesa Digital Innovations has successfully developed its first silicon chip, called VIHAAN.
CM Vijay delivers 1st I-Day address
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay delivered his first Independence Day address on Saturday, addressing the youth of the state.
Independence Day celebrations: Trisha attends CM Vijay's flag-hoisting ceremony
Actor Trisha Krishnan was spotted at the Independence Day celebrations at Fort St George in Chennai on Saturday, August 15, 2026.
Why Suriya's 'Vishwanath and Sons' faced last-minute screening chaos
Suriya's latest film, Vishwanath and Sons, faced last-minute delays in Chennai theaters on its opening day on Friday (August 14).
Actor Vikram's visit to animal farm leads to investigation: Explained
The Erode Forest Division has asked a Perundurai animal breeding farm owner to produce documents regarding two Lar Gibbons (Hylobates lar) found at his facility.
IndiGo flight makes emergency landing in Chennai after engine failure
An IndiGo flight from Kolkata to Chennai declared a full emergency on Tuesday night after developing a left engine inoperative condition.
Tamil Nadu Speaker attends anti-abortion rally, sparks controversy
Tamil Nadu Assembly Speaker and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leader JCD Prabhakar has sparked a controversy after attending an anti-abortion rally in Chennai.
AR Rahman's son meets with car accident; sustains minor injury
AR Ameen, the son of renowned music composer AR Rahman, was involved in a minor car accident early Monday morning.
Big: Vijay's wife withdraws divorce plea
Sangeetha Sornalingam, the wife of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief C Joseph Vijay, has withdrawn her divorce petition.
'The Odyssey' loses momentum; yet to cross ₹190cr in India
The Hollywood film The Odyssey, directed by Christopher Nolan, has continued its steady run at the box office.
Where to find the best dal vada in South India
A crispy South Indian snack, dal vada, is a favorite among street food lovers.
Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' crosses ₹300cr globally in just 12 days
The political action drama Jana Nayagan, starring Thalapathy Vijay, has crossed the ₹300cr mark worldwide. The film has been performing steadily in its second week despite a usual weekday drop in collections.
8th Pay Commission to hold meetings with stakeholders in September
The 8th Pay Commission has announced its plan to hold meetings with employee and pensioner bodies, as well as other stakeholders in Chennai and Puducherry.
Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan': Minors in 'A'-rated film disrupt Chennai screenings
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and actor Vijay's latest film, Jana Nayagan, faced an unexpected obstacle on July 26, Sunday.
'Jana Nayagan' advance bookings: Tamil Nadu leads the way
The advance bookings for Vijay's upcoming film, Jana Nayagan, have reportedly received a phenomenal response.
You can ride ePlane's electric aircraft in India from 2028
Chennai-based start-up ePlane has unveiled its first full-scale electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, the e200X.
'The Odyssey' craze: Indians queue up despite tickets crossing ₹3,000
Christopher Nolan's highly anticipated film, The Odyssey, is set to release on Friday.
Man blown apart, 7 injured in TN metal-smelting factory fire
A man was blown into pieces after a giant boiler exploded, causing a massive fire at a private steel smelting unit in the SIPCOT Industrial Estate, Gummidipoondi, Tiruvallur district of Tamil Nadu on Tuesday.
'Feels like' temperature touches 50°C in parts of India
India is experiencing a new wave of humid heat this week, with "feels like" temperatures nearing 50 degrees Celsius in several cities.
National Award-winning filmmaker R Chezhiyan dies
The Tamil film industry is mourning the loss of National Award-winning filmmaker, writer, and cinematographer R Chezhiyan, who passed away in Chennai on Friday.
Ravi Mohan home-theft: Diamond necklace, ₹2.5L cash stolen; driver confesses
Tamil actor Ravi Mohan's residence in Chennai has been rocked by a theft scandal, with a diamond necklace and cash totaling ₹2.5L reportedly missing from his home.
Over 5,000 people inducted into DMK in Chennai
Over 5,000 members from different political parties joined the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) in a membership induction program in Chennai.
Veteran filmmaker K Bhagyaraj cremated with full state honors
Veteran filmmaker, actor, and screenwriter K Bhagyaraj was cremated at the Besant Nagar Electric Crematorium in Chennai on Sunday.
Why Bengaluru land prices rival NYC? Sridhar Vembu explains
Sridhar Vembu, the Founder and Chief Scientist of Zoho Corporation, has blamed rampant corruption for the skyrocketing land prices in Indian cities like Chennai and Bengaluru.
Why did Bengaluru court reissue non-bailable warrant against Prakash Raj?
A Bengaluru court has reissued a non-bailable warrant (NBW) against actor Prakash Raj for allegedly being registered as a voter in four electoral rolls across three states, including Karnataka.
The ultimate besan cheela trail across India
A popular street breakfast option in India, besan cheela, is a savory pancake made from gram flour.
Plea seeking probe into Vijay's election affidavit disclosures dismissed
The Madras High Court has dismissed a petition seeking an income tax investigation into alleged discrepancies in Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay's election affidavits.
You can soon order electronics, jewelry, furniture on Amazon Now
Amazon is ramping up its quick-commerce operations in India by launching over 100 Urban Fulfillment Centers (UFCs).
3-year-old dies after sexual assault by migrant worker near Chennai
A three-year-old girl died after she was sexually assaulted by a migrant worker in Tiruvallur district, Tamil Nadu.