Tamil Nadu: News
05 Sep 2023
ShoppingMust-buy souvenirs from your trip to Madurai
When you are in Madurai, the cultural capital of Tamil Nadu, don't forget to do some awesome souvenir shopping.
05 Sep 2023
Dravida Munnetra KazhagamSanatan row: Ayodhya seer announces bounty on Udhayanidhi, leader responds
A Hindu seer from Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, Paramhans Acharya, has reportedly announced a Rs. 10 crore bounty for Tamil Nadu minister Udhayanidhi Stalin's head over his alleged remarks against Sanatan Dharma.
04 Sep 2023
Basavaraj BommaiSanatan row: Bommai calls Udhayanidhi 'Hitler', Congress defends him
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and former Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai on Monday termed Tamil Nadu minister Udhayanidhi Stalin "Hitler" after he compared Sanatan Dharma to diseases like malaria and COVID-19.
04 Sep 2023
MK StalinINDIA's win will prevent country from becoming Manipur, Haryana: Stalin
In the first episode of his Speaking for India podcast series, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has reportedly attacked the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led Centre for attempting to disrupt the sovereignty of state governments led by opposition parties.
04 Sep 2023
Dravida Munnetra KazhagamDMK's Udhayanidhi Stalin no stranger to controversies
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin's son and state cabinet minister, Udhayanidhi Stalin, has been embroiled in a controversy after his recent remarks likening Sanatan Dharma to diseases like dengue, malaria, and COVID-19.
04 Sep 2023
MK StalinBJP turned religion into weapon: Stalin after son's 'Sanatan' row
On his recently launched podcast, Speaking for India, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of using religion as a weapon to hide its flaws and inciting religious sentiments, thereby destroying India's sense of unity.
03 Sep 2023
MK StalinUdhayanidhi Stalin compares 'Sanatana Dharma' to dengue, malaria; triggers row
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin's son and Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) leader Udhayanidhi Stalin has sparked controversy after he allegedly claimed that Sanatana Dharma is against equality and social justice.
31 Aug 2023
KarnatakaCauvery water dispute: Karnataka farmers stage over-night protest
A group of farmers in Karnataka reportedly held a night-long candlelight agitation in the state's Mandya district over an order to release Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu.
26 Aug 2023
MaduraiTamil Nadu: 10 dead, 20 injured in massive train fire
At least 10 people have lost their lives, while over 20 were injured after a massive fire broke out inside a stationary train compartment at the Madurai Railway Station in Tamil Nadu on Saturday morning.
24 Aug 2023
KarnatakaCauvery dispute: Karnataka moves SC, says Tamil Nadu's petition untenable
Karnataka has approached the Supreme Court to clarify its stand regarding the release of water from the Cauvery River to Tamil Nadu.
21 Aug 2023
Box Office Collection#BoxOfficeCollection: Rajinikanth's 'Jailer' beats 'Baahubali 2' in Tamil Nadu
Rajinikanth's Jailer is not going to slow down anytime soon.
20 Aug 2023
MK StalinDMK won't stop until NEET is abolished: CM MK Stalin
Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) supremo and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Sunday vowed that his party would not rest until the state is exempted from the National Entrance-cum-Eligibility Test (NEET).
18 Aug 2023
Box Office Collection#BoxOfficeCollection: Rajinikanth's 'Jailer' beats '2.0's record in Tamil Nadu
Megastar Rajinikanth is all about charisma and stardom. The actor has been pushing the boundary at the age of 72 and the same is seen in his recent release, Jailer. The film has stirred a storm at the box office and is breaking records left and right.
14 Aug 2023
NEETTamil Nadu: Man ends life after NEET aspirant son's suicide
A double suicide incident reported in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, has jolted the country.
12 Aug 2023
Narendra ModiWhy PM Modi's statement on Katchatheevu Island is raising eyebrows
Prime Minister Narendra Modi—during the no-confidence motion debate in the Parliament on Thursday—blamed former PM Indira Gandhi for "gifting" the disputed Katchatheevu Island to Sri Lanka.
11 Aug 2023
Box Office CollectionVijay's 'Beast' opening day collection remains unbeaten in Tamil Nadu
Megastar Rajinikanth's Jailer has been released in theaters and it has been doing wonders in terms of box office collection. After a bumper opening on Thursday, the movie is slated to earn big owing to the positive buzz.
10 Aug 2023
ShoppingMust-buy souvenirs to remember your spiritual tour to Rameshwaram
Apart from the obvious spiritual connections, don't miss the opportunity to explore the diverse shopping options available in Rameshwaram.
04 Aug 2023
ShoppingMust-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.
02 Aug 2023
Tamil CinemaTamil actor Mohan (60) found dead
The Indian film industry is reeling under shock after it lost two renowned artists on Wednesday. After art director Nitin Desai's alleged suicide, reports of Tamil actor Mohan's death also surfaced.
01 Aug 2023
Travel And TourismMust-have souvenirs to remember your trip to Kanyakumari
Kanyakumari is a destination that draws thousands of tourists every year.
31 Jul 2023
India Meteorological Department (IMD)Heavy rainfall forecast in several states; red alert in Mumbai
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Monday issued a red alert in Mumbai, Maharashtra, amid the prediction of very heavy rainfall in the city.
29 Jul 2023
Fire AccidentsTamil Nadu: 8 killed, building collapses in firecracker factory explosion
Eight people were killed and several others sustained injuries after a massive explosion ripped through a firecracker factory in Krishnagiri, Tamil Nadu, on Saturday.
23 Jul 2023
Travel And TourismTraveling to Kanyakumari? Head over to these places
One of the most stunning places in India, Kanyakumari is a coastal town in Tamil Nadu that is home to the virgin Goddess Kanya Kumari.
17 Jul 2023
Dravida Munnetra KazhagamED raids TN minister, son; Stalin points at Opposition meet
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) reportedly carried out raids at the premises of Tamil Nadu's Higher Education Minister K Ponmudy and his son Gautham Sigamani, an MP, in four locations, including Chennai and Viluppuram.
11 Jul 2023
Mahendra Singh Dhoni#LGMTrailer launch: Exploring MS Dhoni's unwavering bond with Tamil Nadu
Legendary cricketer Mahendra Singh Dhoni has wholeheartedly embraced Chennai, receiving unconditional love and support in return.
01 Jul 2023
Manish TewariTN governor's U-turn 'more insidious' than minister's 'illegal sacking': Congress
Congress leader Manish Tewari on Saturday said Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi's decision to hold back state minister V Senthil Balaji's dismissal from the cabinet was "more insidious" than his "illegal sacking."
30 Jun 2023
MK StalinTN governor takes back dismissal of jailed DMK minister: Report
Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi on Thursday reportedly decided to put on hold the dismissal order of Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) leader V Senthil Balaji for the time being and informed Chief Minister M K Stalin about it.
26 Jun 2023
Kamal HaasanTN: Kamal Haasan gifts car to 'sacked' woman bus driver
Actor-politician Kamal Haasan on Monday gifted a car to Sharmila, the first woman bus driver in Tamil Nadu's Coimbatore, days after she was forced to resign over a controversy surrounding issuing a travel ticket to the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam's (DMK) MP Kanimozhi Karunanidhi.
20 Jun 2023
India Meteorological Department (IMD)Tamil Nadu: IMD forecast heavy rainfall in Chennai, other districts
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecast heavy rainfall in Chennai, the capital city of Tamil Nadu, and some other districts on Tuesday.
19 Jun 2023
MonsoonWeather update: Rain batters TN, schools shut in several districts
While the monsoon remains sluggish in many parts of the country and people are struggling to get a reprieve from heatwave conditions, heavy downpours across Tamil Nadu prompted schools in several districts to declare a holiday.
17 Jun 2023
MaduraiTN: BJP condemns leader's arrest over alleged fake news tweet
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) state secretary in Tamil Nadu, SG Suryah, was arrested on Friday for allegedly spreading fake news about a sanitation worker's death in Madurai, reported NDTV.
14 Jun 2023
ChennaiTamil Nadu: After getting arrested, minister cries on camera
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Wednesday arrested Tamil Nadu Electricity Minister and Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) leader V Senthil Balaji on money laundering charges in Chennai, reported NDTV.
13 Jun 2023
Edappadi K. PalaniswamiAIADMK passes resolution against BJP's Annamalai over 'jibe' at Jayalalithaa
All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami on Tuesday said that a condemnation resolution has been passed against K Annamalai, Tamil Nadu's Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) chief, reported ANI.
03 Jun 2023
OdishaOdisha train crash: 250 survivors board special train to Chennai
As many as 250 survivors of the Odisha train tragedy boarded a special train on Saturday, with a majority of them on their way to Tamil Nadu's Chennai, PTI reported, quoting a railway official.
30 May 2023
India Meteorological Department (IMD)IMD forecast heavy rainfall in parts of south, northwest India
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Tuesday predicted several regions across India would witness heavy rainfall in the upcoming days.
25 May 2023
Amit ShahAfter Karnataka, Amul faces resistance in Tamil Nadu: Here's why
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has sought Union Home Minister Amit Shah's immediate intervention to stop national milk giant Amul from venturing into the state, especially in the milk shed of the state cooperative, Aavin.
22 May 2023
Travel And TourismTraveling to South India? Visit these stunning temples
A perfect example of traditional culture, heritage, and diversity, South India houses several stunning temples that reflect the beautiful architectural designs from ancient times.
18 May 2023
JallikattuSupreme Court upholds Tamil Nadu law allowing 'Jallikattu'
The Supreme Court (SC) on Thursday decided to uphold the Tamil Nadu law permitting the bull-taming sport "Jallikattu" in the state, according to the news agency ANI.
17 May 2023
The Kerala Story'The Kerala Story' contains hate speech: West Bengal to SC
Defending its ban on The Kerala Story, CM Mamata Banerjee's West Bengal government told the Supreme Court in its affidavit the film contains "manipulated facts" and "hate speech."
16 May 2023
The Kerala StoryTamil Nadu government denies 'The Kerala Story' ban, issues affidavit
The Kerala Story and its relationship with controversies don't seem to be ceasing anytime soon. The film has been taken down from the theaters in Tamil Nadu and the makers have alleged that the MK Stalin government has imposed a shadow ban.
