Puducherry: News
No roadshow, QR-only entry for Vijay's Puducherry meet post-Karur tragedy
Actor-politician Vijay is scheduled to address a public meeting in Puducherry on December 9.
Cyclone 'Ditwah': North TN, Puducherry on red alert; landfall unlikely
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for northern Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and adjoining south Andhra Pradesh coasts as Cyclone "Ditwah" approaches.
Kiran Bedi urges ban on air purifiers in government offices
Former Indian Police Service (IPS) officer Kiran Bedi has called for a ban on the installation of air purifiers in government offices and official residences.
Cyclone 'Ditwah' nears Tamil Nadu, Sri Lanka counts deadly toll
Cyclone "Ditwah" is moving toward the coast of Tamil Nadu and South Andhra Pradesh, India.
Tamil Nadu readies shelters for possible cyclone; schools closed
Tamil Nadu is bracing for a possible cyclone as the Northeast monsoon intensifies.
Chennai witnesses cloudburst, heavy rainfall disrupts air travel
Chennai's Manali area witnessed a cloudburst on Saturday night, leading to heavy rainfall.
BJP gets new state chiefs; national president election soon
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is one step closer to electing a new national president.
Prashant Kishor stands by 'friend' Kunal Kamra amid 'gaddar' row
Former election strategist and Jan Suraaj Party chief Prashant Kishor has come out in support of comedian Kunal Kamra.
Puducherry shops, establishments must display names in Tamil: CM Rangasamy
Puducherry CM N Rangasamy has announced that the government will issue circulars making it compulsory for all shops and establishments to display their names in Tamil.
2 ex-armymen vanish for 19yrs after killing woman, babies; arrested
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested two former Indian Army personnel in Puducherry.
Rainfall predicted for Bengaluru, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry till December 18
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Bengaluru, warning residents of heavy rainfall over the next four days starting Thursday.
Tamil Nadu rains: 7 trapped after mudslide in Tiruvannamalai
Cyclone Fengal, which has been lashing Tamil Nadu with heavy rainfall, caused a mudslide in Tiruvannamalai district on Sunday.
Schools, colleges closed in TN's Nilgiris due to heavy rain
All educational institutions in Tamil Nadu's Nilgiris district remain shut on Monday following heavy rainfall. District Collector Lakshmi Bhavya announced the closure.
Cyclone Fengal: Are Karnataka schools shut amid heavy rainfall
Bengaluru and parts of South Interior Karnataka have been put on high alert as heavy rainfall is expected due to Cyclone Fengal.
Cyclone Fengal makes landfall: 4 electrocuted, airport reopens in Chennai
Cyclone Fengal, which struck the Tamil Nadu-Puducherry coast on Saturday evening, has wreaked havoc in Chennai. The cyclone caused heavy rains and flooding in several parts of the city.
Cyclone Fengal: IndiGo suspends all flights at Chennai airport
IndiGo Airlines has suspended all flight operations at Chennai airport temporarily in light of the inclement weather conditions caused by Cyclone Fengal.
Cyclone Fengal landfall today; schools, colleges in TN, Puducherry shut
Cyclone Fengal is likely to make landfall between Karaikal and Mahabalipuram near Puducherry on Saturday afternoon.
Cyclone Fengal: Deep depression heads to Puducherry coast, schools shut
A deep depression over the Bay of Bengal is expected to strike the Tamil Nadu-Puducherry coast close to Puducherry on Saturday.
'Fraud on Constitution': SC slams religious conversion for quota benefits
The Supreme Court of India has rejected a woman's claim for Scheduled Caste (SC) benefits, calling her religious conversion a "fraud on the Constitution."
Cyclone Fengal to form over Bay of Bengal, impact TN
A deep depression in the southwest Bay of Bengal is likely to intensify into Cyclone Fengal by Wednesday, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned.
TN: Schools, colleges closed in several districts amid heavy rain
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted heavy rainfall in Tamil Nadu owing to a low-pressure system over the southwest Bay of Bengal.
IMD issues yellow alert for heavy rains in these states
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for heavy rainfall in several Indian states on Wednesday.
Bay of Bengal depression to bring rain to these states
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heavy rainfall warning for southern states after a depression formed over the Bay of Bengal.
Heavy rain lashes Tamil Nadu; Kerala, Andhra Pradesh on alert
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted intense showers in Kerala and Andhra Pradesh after heavy rainfall in Tamil Nadu.
Chennai on high alert for heavy rain, schools shut
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has directed information technology (IT) companies in the state to implement work-from-home policies till October 18.
3 men hospitalized after consuming packaged liquor in Tamil Nadu
Three men from Villupuram district, Tamil Nadu, were hospitalized on June 30 after consuming liquor distributed in packets.
Tamil Nadu hooch tragedy death toll rises to 57
The Kallakurichi hooch tragedy in Tamil Nadu has resulted in 57 fatalities as of Monday, as per the district administration's latest update.
Severe heatwave in north India for 3 days
North India is currently in the grip of a severe heatwave, with temperatures in several parts of Delhi surpassing the 47 degrees Celsius mark on Monday.
Lok Sabha elections: BJP releases fourth list of 15 candidates
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday released its fourth list of 15 candidates for the Lok Sabha elections.
India's most serene babymoon destinations
Taking a babymoon is a wonderful way to commemorate the experience of anticipating parenthood.
TN: 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.
Heavy rainfall forecast in TN, Kerala; cold wave in north
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy rainfall in southern India on Sunday and Monday, which will likely affect normal life in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Lakshadweep.
Christmas 2023: Visit these Indian destinations for unforgettable celebrations
As the festive season approaches, the merry spirit of Christmas permeates the air throughout India.
Warmest places in India to visit during winter
As winter paints the northern regions of India in cool hues, there's a beckoning call to escape the chill and bask in the warmth of the sun.
Cyclone Michaung intensifies; high alert in Andhra, Tamil Nadu
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued heavy rainfall alerts for Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Odisha as Cyclone Michaung intensified into a "severe cyclonic storm" over the Southwest Bay of Bengal on Monday.
IMD forecasts rainfall in Mumbai; Yellow alert in Gujarat, TN
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted rainfall in Mumbai and other coastal areas of Maharashtra from Saturday.
Top surfing destinations in India
India, often overlooked for surfing, surprises with its expansive coastline harboring remarkable surfing havens.
Must-buy souvenirs to bring from Puducherry
When you are in Puducherry, you can totally feel those French vibes. It used to be the capital of French colonies in India and it still has a lasting influence evident in its architecture.
Cyclone Mandous leaves roads waterlogged, uproots trees in Chennai
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Saturday announced that the severe cyclonic storm "Mandous" has weakened into a deep depression over the northern coast of Tamil Nadu.
Cyclone Mandous: IMD issues heavy rain alert for TN, Andhra
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) released an alert for the coastal areas of Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Puducherry (Union Territory) on Thursday morning as the depression over the southeast and southwest of the Bay of Bengal intensified into a cyclonic story.
Cyclone Mandous: NDRF, navy on alert in TN, Andhra, Puducherry
Andhra Pradesh, Puducherry (Union Territory), and Tamil Nadu are currently on high alert, with a cyclone picking up pace in the Bay of Bengal.
5 best places in India to try scuba diving
Scuba diving has become an extremely popular water sport in India in the last few years.
IMD issues flash flood warning for Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a flash flood warning for the southern states of Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Puducherry.