Tamil Nadu: News
'Prepared to sacrifice life for farmers' cause': cancer patient Dallewal
Farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal's hunger strike entered its 40th day on Saturday. The protest is being held at Khanauri on the Punjab-Haryana border.
Everything to know about India's first glass bridge in Kanniyakumari
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin inaugurated India's first-ever glass bridge in Kanniyakumari on December 30, 2024.
Tamil Nadu cancels Adani's smart meter tender over high costs
In a setback for the Adani Group, the Tamil Nadu government has canceled a global tender for smart meters. The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK)-led administration canceled the tender citing high costs.
NCW begins investigation into Anna University student's sexual assault
The National Commission for Women (NCW) has initiated an investigation into the sexual assault of a 19-year-old student at Anna University.
Anna University assault—BJP alleges accused is repeat offender from DMK
A sexual assault incident at Chennai's Anna University has sparked a political firestorm in Tamil Nadu.
Hidden camera found in changing room at Rameswaram temple site
Two people have been arrested after a hidden camera was found in a dress changing room at Agnitheertham beach, close to the Rameswaram temple site in Tamil Nadu.
Woman trampled to death by elephant in Tamil Nadu's Erode
A 36-year-old woman was trampled to death by an elephant in Tamil Nadu's Erode district.
'Belongs to deity now': Temple refuses to return dropped iPhone
Authorities at the Arulmigu Kandaswamy temple in Tamil Nadu's Thiruporur allegedly refused to return an iPhone to a devotee, who had accidentally dropped it into the temple's donation box or "hundi."
What caused the chopper crash that killed General Bipin Rawat
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has ruled human error as the main reason behind the helicopter crash that killed Chief of Defence Staff General Bipin Rawat, his wife Madhulika Rawat, and 11 others in 2021.
Tamil Nadu: Man chases away crocodile using just stick
In a brave act, a man in Tamil Nadu's Tiruvannamalai chased away an eight-foot-long crocodile that had wandered onto the tourist walkway at Sathanur Dam.
'One Nation, One Election' threat to democracy: MK Stalin
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has vehemently opposed the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led Union government's "One Nation, One Election" policy.
AIADMK slams Centre for naming laws in Hindi, Sanskrit
The All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) has accused the central government of indirectly imposing Hindi by naming laws in Hindi and Sanskrit.
Why legendary Ilaiyaraaja was asked to leave Srivilliputhur Andal Temple
Music maestro Ilaiyaraaja recently got caught in an unexpected situation when he visited the Srivilliputhur Andal Temple in Tamil Nadu.
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.
6 killed, 20 injured in fire at Tamil Nadu hospital
A fire at a private hospital in Tamil Nadu's Dindigul on Thursday night claimed six lives.
Several South districts to receive heavy rainfall till December 16
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for several southern states, including Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Karaikal, Kerala, and Mahe.
DMK government faces flak for 'lax' probe in rape case
The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) government in Tamil Nadu is facing the ire of opposition leaders for its handling of a rape case of a mentally challenged college student.
Tensions simmer as Sri Lankan Navy arrests 14 Tamil fishermen
The Sri Lankan Navy has arrested 14 fishermen from Tamil Nadu for allegedly crossing the International Maritime Boundary Line.
At 37.3°C, Mumbai records hottest December day in 16 years
Mumbai experienced its hottest December day in 16 years on Wednesday, with temperatures reaching 37.3 degrees Celsius.
'Pushpa 2' targets massive opening of ₹250cr worldwide
The much-awaited sequel to Allu Arjun's Pushpa: The Rise, Pushpa 2: The Rule, is finally here!
Tamil Nadu: CM Stalin announces relief package for flood-hit families
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has announced a financial aid package for victims of Cyclone Fengal, which wreaked havoc in several districts with severe flooding and heavy rainfall.
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.
Oxford museum to return Tamil Nadu's stolen Thirumangai Alwar statue
The Ashmolean Museum at Oxford University has agreed to return a stolen bronze idol of saint-poet Thirumangai Alwar to Tamil Nadu.
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.
Jagan Reddy dismisses bribery allegations linked to Adani power deal
Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy has dismissed allegations of bribery in a power deal with the Adani Group.
Cyclone Fengal to intensify; heavy rainfall expected in Tamil Nadu
Cyclone Fengal is expected to intensify and hit the Tamil Nadu-Puducherry coasts by November 30, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has said.
TN on alert for Cyclone Fengal: How powerful is it
Cyclone Fengal—intensifying from a deep depression in the Bay of Bengal—is set to make landfall on Wednesday.
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.
Tamil Nadu rain: IMD issues red alert for 4 districts
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for 'heavy to very heavy' rainfall in various districts of Tamil Nadu.
Tamil Nadu police warn against UPI scam involving PhonePe
The Cyber Crime Wing of Tamil Nadu Police has issued a public warning regarding a scam targeting Unified Payments Interface (UPI) users.
30yrs later, Mansoor Khan confesses: 'I could've ruined Aamir's career'
Acclaimed filmmaker Mansoor Khan, cousin of Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan, recently opened up about his cinematic journey in an interview with India Now and How.
Chennai rains: More rainfall expected in Tamil Nadu districts
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast light to moderate rainfall in a few districts of Tamil Nadu on Thursday.
Tamil teacher stabbed in front of colleagues for rejecting proposal
A 26-year-old teacher was fatally stabbed in the staff room of Mallipattinam Government Higher Secondary School in Tamil Nadu's Thanjavur district on Wednesday.
LIC blames technical glitch after its website turns all-Hindi
The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) is facing backlash for making Hindi the default language on its website.
Fearing displacement, livelihood loss, villagers protest expansion of Madurai airport
Over 1,000 police personnel have been deployed in Tamil Nadu's Chinna Udaippa village after locals protested against the land acquisition for Madurai airport's expansion.
Tata Electronics acquires Pegatron's iPhone plant in Tamil Nadu
Tata Electronics has acquired a majority stake in Pegatron's only iPhone manufacturing facility in Tamil Nadu. The move makes Tata a major supplier for Apple.