Tamil Nadu governance

Chatbot that helps you skip hospital queues among Vijay’s new tech initiatives for healthcare system in Tamil Nadu

In 71% of Tamil Nadu classrooms, teachers do not check children’s work: report

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister committed to transparent and honest governance, says Minister Arunraj

Six decades of Blue Cross: from humble beginnings to setting the standard for animal welfare

In 1959, Captain V. Sundaram brought home two stranded puppies he found on a flooded street near his house at T. Nagar. He built makeshift kennels at home for injured and abandoned animals. This organisation was registered as the BCI in 1964

Tamil Nadu’s link to a key amendment to the Constitution on freedom of press, expression

On March 1, 1950, the Madras government banned Cross Roads, a Left-leaning journal. A month later, the Supreme Court’s full Bench, by five to one, quashed the order. The Constitution had to be amended in the light of the landmark judgment. Parliament adopted the amendment Bill, with 246 members voting in favour and 14 against

When eggs, stones were hurled at T.N. Governor Channa Reddy’s convoy and CM Jayalalithaa sought his recall

The incident occurred in 1995 when hostilities between Jayalalithaa and Reddy were common knowledge. While the Governor sent a report to the Centre against the AIADMK government, the Chief Minister wrote to President Shankar Dayal Sharma and Prime Minister P.V. Narasimha Rao.

How the Tamil Nadu legislature, in the late 1940s, viewed the making of the Constitution

In the Constituent Assembly’s debates (1946-49), K. Santhanam and N.G. Ranga, both from southern States representing the present Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh, had strongly argued against any attempt to make the Central government more powerful under the garb of expanding the Concurrent List

Ram Setu vs. Sethusamudram project: When Tamil Nadu BJP headquarters was attacked by DMK cadres

In response to DMK president M. Karunanidhi’s remark on Ram Setu, Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) leader and former BJP MP Ram Vilas Vedanti triggered a major controversy in September 2007 by saying that “whosoever chopped off the head and tongue of the DMK president would be gifted in gold.”

Chennai’s iconic annual fair at Island Grounds turns 50

The 70-day-long India Tourism and Industrial Fair that began at the Island Grounds in the city recently turned 50 this year. The Sutrula Porutkatchi was conceived and named by former Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi. It began in the city in 1974 as the ‘Pongal Tourist Trade Fair.’

170 years ago, a debate in Britain parliament on torture in Madras

Forms of torture in Madras Presidency at the time included tying a man by the hair of his head to the tail of an ass, and parading him though the public market

On the approach and outlook of Tamil Nadu’s Scheduled Caste leaders in late 1940s

In the 1946 elections to various provinces, the Congress demonstrated its superiority over the Scheduled Castes Federation (SCF) founded by B.R. Ambedkar. In the erstwhile Madras Presidency, the party bagged 27 out of 30 seats allotted to SCs.

How V.O. Chidambaram Pillai earned the title  ‘Sekkizhutha Chemmal’

VOC was arrested on the charge of sedition on March 12, 1908. A British jailer noticed his hands bleeding from the harsh labour of separating coir and spinning rope in the Coimbatore prison. Hence, he advised him to work at the oil press instead. VOC  accepted the suggestion and pulled the oil press himself, a task normally reserved for bulls

Vadasery’s temple jewellery: a craft caught between heritage and high gold, silver prices

Temple jewellery continues to survive with its distinctive manufacturing method and rich antiquity. But the artisans of Vadasery in Nagercoil, who practise the craft, are buffeted by the drop in demand with gold and silver prices going up

When E.V.K. Sampath hit the headlines in Tamil Nadu

Sampath, nephew of E.V. Ramasamy, enjoyed a special relationship with DMK founder C.N. Annadurai. Before other DMK leaders, he realised the futility of pursuing the demand for a Dravida Nadu. He quit the DMK in 1961 and founded a party, which he merged with the Congress. Sampath’s birth centenary falls on March 6, 2026.

How a political and legal battle halted efforts to conserve Tiruvannamalai temple 25 years ago

More than two decades ago, the Archaeological Survey of India proposed to declare the Arunachaleswara temple a “monument of national importance.” The proposal, however, was shelved after a row fomented by vested interests

Capturing the cruelty of leprosy in a dark and merciless language

The anguish and alienation associated with leprosy have long made it a potent subject in literature, inspiring some of the modern writing in Tamil

Why Governor K.K. Shah recommended dismissal of DMK government in Tamil Nadu during Emergency in 1976

Not clamping down on anti-Emergency publications too led to the dissolution of Karunanidhi-led DMK government in Tamil Nadu in 1976, when the State was brought under the President’s rule for the fist time 50 years ago.

Why the Church of Scotland Mission was worried about schools in Madras falling into debt

While notable progress was made in the area of female education, there was also concern over the lack of availability of female teachers to tutor the girls.

Documents on anti-Hindi agitation wiped out on order by Tamil Nadu’s last Congress CM Bhaktavatsalam

On February 24, 1967, a day after the Assembly election results were declared, the outgoing Chief Minister M. Bhaktavatsalam wrote a note to the Public Department. It said, “Records connected with the anti-Hindi agitation need not be kept. This may also apply to records maintained by the police.”

How Tamil Nadu’s two-language policy impacted the teachers of other languages in 1968

On January 23, 1968, the first DMK government, headed by C.N. Annadurai, adopted a resolution in the Madras Assembly scrapping the three-language formula and mandating the teaching of only Tamil and English. The immediate switchover affected over 4,000 Hindi and Sanskrit teachers at about 2,400 schools in the State

M.G. Ramachandran’s hospitalisation in the U.S. and homecoming after treatment

MGR was flown to America on November 6, 1984, on a chartered Air India flight and was admitted to the Downstate Medical Centre in Brooklyn, New York. At the time of admission, he was not fully conscious after suffering a stroke. Later, he underwent a kidney transplant surgery at the hospital.

How ordinary people of Tamil Nadu participated in the making of the Constitution

A resident of Kattunedungulam village of the Sivaganga district, sent a hand-written note with a demand that members of his community should have freedom of worship and autonomy to manage their own community

A Lok Sabha election defeat and dismissal of the MGR Government

Nearly a month later when there were talks in the corridors of power that the Indira Gandhi Government may dismiss governments in opposition-ruled States – citing the precedent set in 1977 by the Janata Party Government, MGR described it as “speculation”

Udhagamandalam’s own Charing Cross and its London disconnect

It has long been the entrance to Udhagamandalam, the headquarters of The Nilgiris district. It shares its name with a junction in Westminster, London, where six routes meet. Hence, many believe that the Charing Cross in Udhagamandalam is modelled on the one in London

J. Sivashanmugam Pillai: a tall leader of Tamil Nadu belonging to what was once known Depressed Classes

J. Sivashanmugam Pillai was the first Scheduled Caste member to become the Tamil Nadu Assembly Speaker in 1946. He was known for impartiality, with former CM Kamaraj saying, ‘Though a Congressman, he held the scales even.’ He demitted the office in 1955 to become Member of the UPSC and was elected to the Rajya Sabha in 1962

Reassessing Periyar E.V. Ramasamy’s take on Tamil, which he called a barbarian language

The Dravidar Kazhagam founder believed that Tamil lacked sufficient literature that would pave the way for human development and cultivation of scientific temper. ‘It is my anguish that Tamil could not become a language of science and rationalism like English,’ he wrote while defending his characterisation of the language

When a 16-day strike by transport employees and a bus accident on Deepavali shook Tamil Nadu in 2001

In November 2001, transport corporation employees’ unions struck work demanding the Tamil Nadu government to increase annual bonus to 20%. During the strike, 28 persons were killed in Thoothukudi district in an accident involving a TNSTC bus allegedly driven by a temporary casual labourer.

The 1995 caste reprisals that scarred southern T.N. also touched Communist leader Nallakannu’s life

On December 3, 1995, Nallakannu’s 84-year-old father-in-law, A.K. Annasamy, was murdered by a gang while he was asleep at his house in Marudanvalvu village, then part of Chidambaranar district (now Thoothukudi district)

The Kumbakonam connection of MGR, M.K. Nambyar and M.S. Swaminathan

The families of the iconic film star and former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, the distinguished constitutional lawyer, and the celebrated agricultural scientist hailed from Kerala. But they spent a formative part of their lives in Kumbakonam, known for its rich cultural heritage, before rising to national prominence in politics, cinema, law, and science

Meenambal Sivaraj: a trailblazer for Dalit rights and women empowerment

Meenambal Sivaraj was born on December 12, 1904, in Rangoon, in a family that placed great importance on education and service. One of her most significant contributions was her work with All India Scheduled Castes Federation founded by Ambedkar

Bhaktavatsalam’s take on the destruction of documents relating to anti-Hindi agitation in Tamil Nadu

He said he was advised that papers on politicians against whom detention orders had been served need not be kept so that they would not be available to the very people who were likely to take charge of the government. When Ministers came to know about officers who had made reports about them, they would get prejudiced, he further said

TVK government in Tamil Nadu faces a fiscal test in balancing populism and prudence

“We can have a welfare State only if we work for it and step up production,” said the then Chief Minister C. Rajagopalachari in June 1952

Tamil Nadu Today: Speaker sends notices to four ex-MLAs

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Tamil Nadu Today: Ammonia gas leak toll rises to nine

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Tamil Nadu Today: White Paper on electricity department is out

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Tamil Nadu Today: M.R. Vijayabhaskar is sixth AIADMK MLA to resign

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Tamil Nadu Today: Three men arrested in case over bid to lure TVK MLA

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Tamil Nadu Today: C. Vijayabaskar joins TVK

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Tamil Nadu Today: DMK MLA Anitha Radhakrishnan arrested

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Tamil Nadu Today: Supreme Court rejects DMK’s plea against TVK leaders over Karur stampede

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Tamil Nadu Today: Private schools ordered to display fees

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Tamil Nadu Today: Government job for kin of 32 Karur stampede victims

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Tamil Nadu Today: Vijay visits Karur nine months after stampede

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Tamil Nadu Today: Supreme Court stays order banning cow slaughter in State

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Tamil Nadu Today: Vijay chairs Cabinet meeting ahead of Budget

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Tamil Nadu Today: Population Census exercise begins in State

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Tamil Nadu scales up ABHA creation, 2.54 crore people covered so far

ABHA, a 14-digit unique health identifier created using an Aadhaar number, is a key feature of the Union government’s Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM), launched in 2021, enabling a digital health records ecosystem

Minister Rajkumar inaugurates classrooms in Cuddalore

Eight classrooms have been constructed under the School Development grant scheme, the Minister said

Ford delegation meets CM Vijay, discusses expansion plans in state

Top officials of US-based automaker Ford Motor Company on Monday met Tamil Nadu chief minister C Joseph Vijay at the Secretariat to discuss expediting manufacturing operations at the company’s ₹3,250-crore facility at Maraimalai Nagar near Chennai and its future expansion plans in the state

CM Vijay reviews Mekedatu issue, may announce further action in 10 days

Tamil Nadu chief minister C Joseph Vijay on Monday chaired a high-level meeting on Karnataka’s proposed Mekedatu dam across the Cauvery and is expected to announce the state’s next course of action within the next 10 days, minister for energy resources and law R Nirmal Kumar said

Madras HC raps police over conduct in court

After a police personnel allegedly appeared drunk before a district court in Tamil Nadu to depose as a witness, the Madras High Court has directed the state Director General of Police (DGP) to issue a circular mandating that police personnel attending courts wear proper uniforms and maintain “absolute integrity, discipline and devotion to duty

TVK government’s first Budget to be presented on August 5 in Tamil Nadu

Minister for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Vinoth will present the State’s Agriculture Budget on August 6, 2026

TASMAC to procure beer, IMFS equally from all suppliers

Earlier, liquor was procured from select manufacturers depending on which party was in power.

Don't allow sand quarries in river beds: PMK leader Anbumani Ramadoss

Every year, Tamil Nadu produces 12.5 million tonnes of paddy. Of this, the government procures only 4 million tonnes. The government has storage capacity for only 1.8 million tonnes of paddy. The government's paddy procurement should be increased to 7 million tonnes, he urged.

Centre reiterates release of Samagra Shiksha funds for Tamil Nadu tied to implementation of NEP

The Union government, however, says the RTE (Entitlements) component will be released in due time. It was replying to DMK MP Dayanidhi Maran’s question in the Lok Sabha

AIADMK did not accept DMK’s ‘offer of support’ to form government, says former Minister

Tamil Nadu government appoints V. Siva as Chairman of T.N. Housing Board

Mr. Siva is TVK’s North Chennai district secretary and was the party’s in-charge for the Perambur Assembly constituency from where Mr. Vijay was elected to the Assembly.

Tamil Nadu’s merchandise exports rise to US$58.95 billion in 2025-26: Union Commerce Minister

Its share in India’s electronics exports increased from 32.84% in 2023-24 to 38% in 2024-25, before rising further to 41.63% in 2025-26

What Kamaraj’s legacy of governance can teach

Over sixty years since he stepped down as chief minister of the erstwhile Madras State, the memory of K Kamaraj still persists in the collective consciousness of the state

TVK government must cooperate with Centre on new airport in Tamil Nadu: BJP

State BJP chief Nainar Nagenthran said that political reasons should not compromise the development of Tamil Nadu

Five IPS officers transferred in Tamil Nadu; Thoothukudi, Sivaganga SPs swapped

AIADMK submits clarification to Speaker on anti-defection petition

Earlier, the Speaker had sought certain clarifications from Edappadi Palaniswami after receiving written explanations from former MLAs Maragatham Kumaravel, S. Jayakumar, P. Sathyabama, and Esaki Subaya in response to notices issued to them under the anti-defection law

T.N. govt. renames CM Breakfast Scheme after Kamaraj

The scheme will henceforth be known as the Perunthalaivar Kamarajar Breakfast Scheme

Police given ‘free hand’ to deal with crimes against women, says CM in Assembly

AIADMK seeks Assembly speaker to take action against former MLAs under Anti-Defection Law

The opposition All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) on Wednesday stepped up pressure against former party legislators who switched allegiance to the ruling Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), urging Assembly Speaker J C D Prabhakar to initiate action against them under the Anti-Defection Law

Tamil Nadu renames breakfast scheme after former CM Kamaraj

The Tamil Nadu government has renamed its flagship Chief Minister’s Breakfast Scheme as the ‘Perunthalaivar Kamarajar Breakfast Scheme’, according to a government order issued on Wednesday

A. Udhayan appointed Tamil Nadu’s new Head of Forest Force

Mr. Udhayan, a 1991-batch IFS officer of the Tamil Nadu cadre, is currently the Director of the Advanced Institute for Wildlife Conservation, Vandalur, a position he has held since June 14, 2022

T.N. Minister holds meeting with stakeholders ahead of ‘presence-less’ registration launch

In the first phase of “presence-less” registration, the first sale of plots and flats will begin on August 17

What is Tamil Nadu’s new presence-less property registration service? | Explained

The Tamil Nadu government is set to make property registration easier with its new ‘Presence-less Registration’ system, launching on August 17, 2026. The move, in the first phase, will enable online property registration by flat and plot promoters, bankers and financial institutions eliminating visits to Sub-Registrar offices.

Vijay’s CMO to be shifted to Namakkal Kavignar Maaligai due to space constraints

An official said that even after the CMO is relocated, Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay may occasionally use the existing Chief Minister’s chamber in the main block.

AMMK submits petition to T.N. Speaker seeking disqualification of Mannargudi MLA Kamaraj

On May 12, Mr. Dhinakaran expelled Mr. Kamaraj from the party for anti-party activities. The next day, the MLA voted in favour of the confidence motion moved by the Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay-led government.

T.N. govt. orders cancellation of ST certificates issued outside notified areas to Kanikkaran/Kanikkar community

The Revenue Authority of one district would not be competent to issue such a certificate in respect of persons belonging to another district, according to a G.O. issued in 2005

MGR’s education reforms paved way for higher education growth in T.N.: Minister Sengottaiyan

Standardised vending carts planned for proposed model food streets in Tamil Nadu

Electricity connection would be obtained, and proper licenses would be issued for the vendors

Tamil Nadu’s public healthcare steps in as workplace injuries expose insurance gap among migrant workers

Workers say that they earn between ₹20,000 and ₹25,000 a month and one common thread that runs through their stories is the lack of insurance coverage and financial security

Tamil Nadu government appoints Rajesh Lakhoni Commissioner of Land Administration

District Collector inspects public offices and ongoing projects in Coonoor

Director-General of TECC Chennai explains his idea of ‘Design from Taiwan, Make in Tamil Nadu’

Child rights panel reviews welfare measures in Villupuram

Tribal hamlets atop Alleri hillock in Vellore to get bitumen road soon

DRDA officials said that proposal to lay a bitumen road to connect tribal hamlets in the hills with plains was being pursued after a tribal man, who was bitten by a snake, died on the way when he was carried on foot from the hillock to the hospital in the plains

T.N. CM Vijay should break silence on lock-up deaths: M.K. Stalin

“Are the words accountability and apology missing from the Chief Minister’s dictionary?” he asked

T.N. govt. to ink pact with Centre for AI-enabled grievance redressal system for PDS beneficiaries

Before signing the MoU, the State government is keen on bringing district-level officers under the grievance redressal system

M.K. Stalin urges Tamil Nadu CM Vijay to abandon talks with Karnataka

“The visit will serve no purpose other than enabling the government to claim that it made a direct effort by travelling to Karnataka for talks,” he said

Minister to release digital content for art education in schools

Based on the art education handbook, SIET has developed video lessons to guide children in various art activities

Work to construct 33/11 KV sub-station in Yelagiri Hills begins

Tangedco officials said that the new sub-station will help attend to power faults immediately

Collegiate Education Department releases list of 129 associate professors for promotion as principals to Grade II colleges

The list of eligible associate professors would be included in the regular panel for promotion to the post of principal Grade II for the year 2026-27. However, this was subject to the outcome of ongoing court cases, a G.O. read

TNCC president Manickam Tagore takes a dig at PM Modi and DMK

School education minister Rajmohan, Social Justice Minister Vanni Arasu, Tourism Minister S. Rajesh Kumar and others participated

Centre yet again rules out Metro Rail for Coimbatore and Madurai; recommends BRTS

The Ministry said a Metro Rail system would not result in any significant time savings for commuters in both cities and instead wanted the bus system to be strengthened

CPI(M), PMK slam Lok Bhavan's direction to start with 'Vande Mataram' at convocation

CPI(M), PMK slam Lok Bhavan's direction to start with 'Vande Mataram' at convocation

Tamil Nadu government extends Seventh State Finance Commission’s tenure till December 31

The Seventh State Finance Commission, chaired by retired IAS officer K. Allaudin, was constituted in May 2025.

Tamil Nadu gears up to host 31st Southern Zonal Council meeting in August

Union Home Minister Amit Shah will chair the Southern Zonal Council meeting. Tamil Nadu government has nominated Ministers R. Nirmalkumar and Rajmohan as members of the Southern Zonal Council.

M.K. Stalin suppressed DMK Charitable Trust details in his election affidavit, alleges plea in Madras High Court

A 73-year-old advocate who had contested against the former Chief Minister in Kolathur constituency insists upon an inquiry by the Election Commission of India

Disqualification proceedings: Edappadi Palaniswami, ex-AIADMK MLAs asked to appear before Speaker on July 30

During the course of the inquiry into the petition submitted by Mr. Palaniswami, the four former MLAs appeared before the Speaker separately on two occasions and gave both oral and written explanations

AI-powered software on the anvil to fast-track building plan approvals in Tamil Nadu

According to sources, Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has directed officials to ensure building plan approvals are processed without delay wherever applications comply with the prescribed requirements.

PMK releases ‘Shadow Economic Survey’ for second year in a row

According to the report, against the projected State’s Own Tax Revenue of ₹2,20,895 crore, only ₹1,92,493.07 crore was mobilised, recording a shortfall of 13%

EAGLE IGP urges parents to spend time with children

Tasmac bars can now be operated within 100 m of liquor shops

The move aims to increase participation in the tender process and break the monopoly of a few operators who have dominated bar contracts for years

Tamil Nadu government initiates meetings with stakeholders on land acquisition for Thoothukudi shipyard project

Chennai Corporation set to launch Intelligent Transport System in August

The project aims to enhance traffic management, improve road safety, and provide better public transport services; it is being implemented at a cost of ₹530 cr., with financial assistance from JICA

T.N. BJP wants TVK government to release White Paper on TASMAC shops

Referring to the government’s announcement that it had shut down 717 such shops, BJP State unit chief Nainar Nagenthran said a reply to a query under the RTI Act had raised doubts about the claim

Fix minimum and maximum prices for milk, industry appeals to T.N. government

Like rice and vegetables, milk prices too could be pegged to availability within a range fixed by the government so that consumers are not adversely affected, suggested consumer activist T. Sadagopan

Watch | Census: How Tamil Nadu residents can complete self-enumeration online

India’s Census is going digital for the first time, allowing households in Tamil Nadu to complete the self-enumeration process online before officials visit. In this video, Dennis Jesudasan explains who can fill the form, how to register, verify your mobile number, mark your home’s location on the map, answer the questionnaire, and receive the Self-Enumeration ID.

Montek Singh Ahluwalia to head Tamil Nadu Revenue Augmentation Committee

The committee has been tasked with recommending measures for the sustainable augmentation of the State’s tax and non-tax revenues by improving compliance, plugging leakages, rationalising tax rates, fees and exemptions, and identifying new and underutilised sources of revenue.

TN Sets Up Revenue Panel Headed By Montek Singh Ahluwalia To Suggest Ways To Boost Finances

Tamil Nadu CM C Joseph Vijay To Shift Office From Fort St George To Sea-Facing Secretariat Floor

Orders issued for shifting Tamil Nadu CM Vijay’s office to Namakkal Kavignar Maaligai

Chief Secretary M. Sai Kumar said the relocation had been necessitated by space constraints and administrative considerations.

Audio clip of T.N. Minister Jagadeshwari ‘threatening’ TVK functionary goes viral

The Social Welfare Minister was recently in another row when she complained to Virudhunagar Collector N.O. Sukhaputra that her name had been printed below that of S. Keerthana, her Cabinet colleague

T.N. Minister Jagadeshwari ‘objects’ to her name being printed after Cabinet colleague Keerthana’s in govt. function

As per the Cabinet inter-se seniority list, Ms. Keerthana is placed 10th, while Ms. Jagadeshwari is ranked 23rd.

T.N. Ministers Jagadeshwari, Keerthana pose together putting to rest speculations of rift

This comes three days after Ms. Jagadeshwari had expressed her dissatisfaction to Virudhunagar government officials about giving prominence to Industries Minister S. Keerthana and not to her.

Tamil Nadu government bans transport of rough stones, aggregates to other States for three months

Rough stones includes khandas, boulders, materials such as M-sand, metal jelly, ballasts, mill stones, hand chakais, and building and road construction stones. The move aims to ensure that the supply of construction materials is sufficient in the State

T.N. Minister Vanni Arasu mistook NCC slogan ‘Jai Hind, Sriman’ for ‘Jai Sriram’: BJP leader

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay to shift to new sea-facing office in Chennai

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay to shift to new sea-facing office in Chennai

Tamil Nadu earmarks ₹50 crore revolving fund for disaster preparedness: Minister

State Highways expedites work on ₹24-crore high-level bridge across Then Pennar river in Tiruvannamalai

The new bridge will be funded under the Comprehensive Road Infrastructure Development Programme (CRIDP) 2024-25

VIT Chancellor Viswanathan calls on CM Vijay

Need for moderation in public speech

Tamil Nadu’s political arena has become a theatre of vitriolic discourse

EVM verification under way in 14 Kolathur polling booths after M.K. Stalin’s petition

Mr. Stalin, the defeated DMK candidate, alleged that the votes expected to have been polled in his favour were not recorded in these 14 polling booths; the checking and verification process will continue for seven days

DVAC books former DMK Minister Senthilbalaji; conducts searches at 41 locations across T.N.

The searches were said to be linked to alleged malpractices in the sales and supply of Indian-Made Foreign Liquor at TASMAC outlets during the previous DMK regime

After 23 years, is Vijay planning to hand liquor sales to private players?

After 23 years, is Vijay planning to hand liquor sales to private players?

254 dilapidated and neglected temples in Tamil Nadu identified for restoration

“While major, well-known temples usually receive greater attention, we are prioritising small, neglected ancient temples of historical significance that have fallen into severe ruin,” Minister S. Ramesh told The Hindu

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay hands over appointment orders to 126 TNPSC recruits

Madras High Court dismisses as withdrawn a case against M.K. Stalin

Litigant chooses to withdraw the case after the judges do not find the former Chief Minister to have any personal interest in DMK Charitable Trust properties

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay reviews Chennai Metro expansion, driverless train

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay reviews Chennai Metro expansion, driverless train

Vijay to use a common elevator at Namakkal Kavignar Maaligai

Chennai Corporation Council passes 19 resolutions at nearly six-hour long meeting

Although the meeting extended for nearly six hours, this has been the least number of resolutions passed in the recent years

Ambedkar’s photo should be displayed prominently at Ripon Building: VCK Councillor

Karnataka getting ready for Tamil Nadu CM Vijay’s possible visit

Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar said, “Mr. Vijay has written to the Karnataka Chief Secretary and has also spoken to me over phone. I have extended him the respect he deserves and invited him to the meeting in Bengaluru. It is our duty to receive guests visiting our State with due courtesy, and all necessary arrangements have been made to receive him.”

Madras HC issues directions to fast-track rape, Pocso cases

More than three out of every four pending rape trials in Tamil Nadu have breached the mandatory two-month timeline prescribed under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), the State police told the Madras High Court on Wednesday, prompting it to issue a series of directions to expedite rape and POCSO trials across the State

Unhappy over party role, OPS may quit DMK just 6 months after joining

Unhappy over party role, OPS may quit DMK just 6 months after joining

T.N. government must create land banks to boost commercial real estate: experts

The speakers pointed out that while there is no single solution to the land supply issue, Gujarat’s land pooling model and land leasing mechanisms could help overcome high land costs that dictate the supply of land for commercial real estate development

Tamil Nadu Signs 4 Pacts, Eyes 2,900 Jobs Across Key Sectors

The Tamil Nadu government on Thursday signed four Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs).

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay takes maiden Metro Rail ride with public, reviews phase-II project

After alighting at Nandanam Metro Rail station, he visited the Operational Control Centre (OCC) where the train services of the phase II network will be monitored and was briefed about the network.

Tamil Nadu government extends deadline for regularisation of unapproved layouts till June 2027

According to the Government Order, the previous deadline expired on June 30 this year. The extension will operate under the Tamil Nadu Regularisation of Unapproved Layouts and Plots Rules, 2017, with no alterations to the guidelines

Minister Vijay Balaji inaugurates projects in Vellore

Minister distributes pension orders to former sportspersons, appointment orders to coaches

BJP criticises TVK-led government for lack of facilities in government hospitals

T.N. in the process of identifying site to build AI City: IT Minister

The AI City would include AI research centres, centres of excellence, and global capability centres

31 National Highways in Tamil Nadu to get improved lighting

The existing lighting systems, which are currently operated manually, will become fully automated

High Court directs Chief Secretary to constitute high-level committee to undertake comprehensive review of the functioning of DVAC

The committee, to be headed by the Chief Secretary himself, will review how the DVAC functions, especially with reference to aspects such as leadership and institutional governance, strengthening of institutional capacity, investigation, and preventive vigilance, administrative reforms, and technology and public interface

T.N. govt orders that English version of Part I of Union-State Relations report be put in public domain

Tamil Nadu Minister draws flak after offering prayers with draft Agriculture Budget at Tirupati

The Agriculture Budget will be presented by R. Vinoth in the Assembly on August 6; criticising his Tirupati visit, CPI(M) MP Su. Venkatesan said, “Budget documents are not offerings to God.”

Senthilbalaji flays TVK govt for ‘focusing on criminal cases and not addressing public issues’

He said a govt should prioritise addressing the public’s needs and grievances rather than registering cases against opposition political parties.

'Defeat delimitation in House': Rahul Gandhi's 'Ettappan' charge on Centre

Rahul Gandhi labeled the proposed delimitation exercise a BJP conspiracy. He stated it aims to disenfranchise people and reduce Tamil Nadu's political power. Supporting delimitation makes one a 21st-century Ettappan, a Tamil term for traitor. He urged all Tamil people and parties to oppose this proposal. National parties were also asked to defeat the delimitation in the House.

Delimitation is BJP conspiracy, designed to take away power from Tamil Nadu: Rahul

Delimitation is BJP conspiracy, designed to take away power from Tamil Nadu: Rahul

"Anyone Who Supports Delimitation Is Betraying Tamil Nadu": Rahul Gandhi

Rahul Gandhi sharply criticised those in support of the Delimitation Bill

Tamil Nadu tightens civic spending rules amid fund crunch in Chennai

Tamil Nadu tightens civic spending rules amid fund crunch in Chennai

Delimitation is a design to take away the power of people of Tamil Nadu, says Rahul Gandhi

Any party supporting the Delimitation Bill in Parliament would be considered betrayer of the people of Tamil Nadu, says the Congress leader; he meets grieving families of NEET aspirants who ended their lives, says the students are working in a system that is not honest with them

We The Leaders release a policy paper for a clean and sustainable Tamil Nadu

All sectors of the economy, along with agriculture, coastal livelihoods, and urban infrastructure, are currently severely affected by changing weather patterns and climate impact, it says

Prashant M. Wadnere posted as Water Resources Secretary

Annamalai requests the closure of 129 Tasmac retail shops

No evidence of EVM tampering, says poll official on fourth day

“This is not re-counting. This is EVM Checking and Verification process,” Chennai District Election Officer and Greater Chennai Corporation Commissioner G.S. Sameeran said. “It is a 100% transparent exercise to establish the reliability of the EVMs.”

DMK to boycott verification of EVMs in Kolathur alleging lapses; plans to go to court

Anybody who backs delimitation is betraying Tamil Nadu, says Rahul Gandhi

He urged all parties in the state to oppose the proposal, alleging it would weaken Tamil Nadu’s voice in national politics.

Tribals atop Alleri hillock in Vellore to get government health centre

As TVK government prepares its first agriculture Budget in Tamil Nadu, farmers, traders pitch reforms for water, markets

Reeling from drought and the severe impacts of El Niño, farmers across the Delta and southern districts have expanded their list of demands to include immediate financial compensation for their lost crops.

Country’s ethos should reflect in curriculum of educational institutions: Tamil Nadu Governor Arlekar

He inaugurated a national conclave on ’The Role of Minority Educational Institutions in Unity, Cultural Diversity, and Nation Building: Viksit Bharat @ 2047’ at the B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology

Madras High Court to take up Vice-Chancellor appointment cases for final hearing on September 2

Chief Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari and Justice G. Arul Murugan decided not to pass any interim orders for the present since the pleadings were incomplete

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay visits Sriperumbudur industrial hub

Thousands of people lined both sides of the road to catch a glimpse of the Chief Minister, who is also expected to visit other industrial units in the SIPCOT Industrial Estate during the tour

Tamil Nadu gets ‘Best State’ award for organ donations

Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare Anupriya Patel presented the ‘Best State’ award for organ donation to Tamil Nadu Health Minister K.G. Arunraj at the 16th Indian Organ Donation Day event held in New Delhi on Monday

Inquiry on into HR&CE dept. irregularities, says Minister Ramesh

Temple tank restored in Sunkuvarchathiram after 35 years

Vijay Govt's First Tamil Nadu Budget Likely To Unveil ₹8,000 Student Aid, Free Higher Education & Major Education Reforms

Amid much expectations, Vijay-led TVK government to present its maiden Budget in Tamil Nadu

According to sources, there will be some important announcements for youth and women.

Vijay inaugurates various completed projects across Tamil Nadu

The completed projects include those coming under the the Health and Family Welfare, Housing and Urban Development, Municipal Administration and Water Supply, and Higher Education Departments

Tamil Nadu budget: Ahead of TVK’s maiden budget, a primer on Tamil Nadu’s finances

As the new Tamil Nadu government led by Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay gears up to present its first budget on Wednesday, here is a look back at the State’s finances, with charts explaining the changes over the years, how Tamil Nadu fares compared with its peers and the challenges ahead.

Vijay chairs meeting of State Council for Development of SCs/STs

He reviews measures taken in line with the government’s ‘Vetri Tamilagam’ vision to ensure funds allocated for the welfare of SCs and STs fully reach the intended beneficiaries

Former DMK Minister detained in Vellore, nearby districts

Chief Minister Vijay virtually inaugurates health facilities, government buildings in Vellore, Tiruvannamalai, and Tirupattur

Health officials said that the existing health centres in tribal areas atop hillocks in the district were built more than three decades ago

Tamil Nadu Budget: ₹300-crore habitation development scheme for Adi Dravidars announced

Presenting the Revised Budget for 2026-27 in the Assembly, Finance Minister Marie Wilson said ‘Mannin Magal Thittam’ will be implemented to help Adi Dravidar and tribal women agricultural labourers become landowners

Rise in interest payments, liabilities gives limited fiscal space for new schemes: TN FM

Rise in interest payments, liabilities gives limited fiscal space for new schemes: TN FM

Tamil Nadu Budget: TVK-led government raises Haj subsidy to ₹35,000 for first-time pilgrims

The State government has allocated ₹1,700 crore to the Backward Classes, Most Backward Classes, and Minorities Welfare Department

Inside Vijay's Tamil Nadu budget: Gold rings for newborns, silk saree scheme, Hajj pilgrimage subsidy

TN Budget 2026: The TVK government also expects to generate up to ₹1,000 crore in additional revenue by charging a special fee on liquor manufacturing units.

Tamil Nadu Budget: Lean-period fishing assistance raised to ₹7,000 per family

Under the ‘Vetri Magalir Goat Rearing Scheme’, five goats or sheep will be provided with a 100% subsidy to destitute widows, deserted women, transgender persons, and PwDs living in rural areas

Tamil Nadu Budget: TVK-led government announces India’s first AI and innovation city ‘Arivagam’

According to Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson, Thoothukudi and Tirunelveli will be declared a ‘Space Industrial Investment Zone’, anchored by the strategic significance of the spaceport at Kulasekarapattinam

Tamil Nadu Budget 2026-27: Vijay Government's First Budget Blends Welfare Model With Governance Reforms, AI Push & Fiscal Discipline | Video

'Remake of Dravidian model': MK Stalin calls Vijay government's budget a 'waste'

Tamil Nadu's opposition leader M.K. Stalin criticized the TVK government's budget as a waste. He stated the budget repackaged old schemes and lacked new vision. The finance minister presented a budget aiming for a $1.5 trillion economy by 2031. Opposition parties also pointed out unfulfilled election promises and debt concerns. The budget included allocations for schools, higher education, and welfare initiatives.

Tamil Nadu Budget: State’s outstanding debt pegged at ₹10.98 lakh crore in Revised Budget Estimates

In the Revised Budget Estimates 2026-27, State’s Own Tax Revenue is estimated at ₹2,26,740 crore, compared to the Interim Budget Estimates 2026-27 projection of ₹2,29,579 crore

TASMAC shops must issue bills for every bottle of liquor they sell: Madras High Court

Justice G.K. Ilanthiraiyan also insists that every retail liquor shop in the State maintain a bill book

Tamil Nadu pursuing proposal to link Hosur with Bengaluru, more Chennai corridors

Tamil Nadu pursuing proposal to link Hosur with Bengaluru, more Chennai corridors

Tamil Nadu Budget: Western districts to gain from textile, tourism, and energy initiatives

“The Technical Textiles Transformation Scheme for Entrepreneurs will be implemented in collaboration with international educational and research institutions, with the financial assistance from Tami Nadu Technical Textiles Mission,“ the Finance Minister said

Gold rings for newborns, silk saree for brides: TVK govt's maiden Budget

Gold rings for newborns, silk saree for brides: TVK govt's maiden Budget

Tamil Nadu Budget: M.K. Stalin terms TVK-led government’s Revised Budget a damp squib

“It is completely silent on the (TVK’s electoral) promise of ₹2,500 for women, ₹4,000 for unemployed youth, six free LPG cylinders, and a complete waiver of crop loans,” he said in a social media post

Tamil Nadu Budget: Consecration in 3,000 temples over five years; ₹708 crore allocated to HR&CE Department

Restoration and conservation works were being carried out at 213 temples that are over 1,000 years old, at an estimated cost of ₹418 crore: Finance Minister

Tamil Nadu Budget: TVK-led government needs two years to restore fiscal prudence, says Finance Minister

“Unlike the previous government, which focussed only on short-term political gains with the belief that they should make best use of their five-year term, our government believes that we need to look forward to at least 15 years of sustained growth,” the Finance Minister contended

Tamil Nadu Budget: Palaniswami gives ‘zero marks’ to TVK government’s first Budget

AIADMK leader says the ruling party had made several promises before coming to power, but none of them had found a place in the Budget

Total waste, damp squib: MK Stalin blasts Vijay govt's first budget

Total waste, damp squib: MK Stalin blasts Vijay govt's first budget

Tamil Nadu Budget 2026 updates: One-sovereign gold for brides announced; DMK, AIADMK say TVK's maiden Budget offers nothing new

The TVK-led government had released a White Paper on the State’s finances flagging several shortcomings and irregularities in financial management under the previous regime

In First Budget, TVK Sets Aside Rs 1,000 Crore For Brides, Newborns' Gifts

Finance Minister N Marie Wilson said Vijay always stands by every women in Tamil Nadu.

T.N. Budget fails to meet expectations of people, say political leaders in Coimbatore

Former BJP MLA Vanathi Srinivasan says various schemes launched by the Centre have just been rebranded and announced as new ones; KMDK general secretary E.R. Eswaran says Budget has no mention of the much-awaited Avinashi-Athikadavu project expansion

T.N. Budget launches ₹2,117-crore CM’s integrated urban mission to reshape cities by 2031

Tamil Nadu Budget:Textile industry in Coimbatore and Tiruppur districts welcomes announcements

Real-time mineral monitoring system to curb illegal mining: Tamil Nadu government

‘Nambikkai Illam’ to be set up along Girivalam path in Tiruvannamalai

Officials said that the new centre will provide special education, early intervention services, including physiotherapy, rehabilitation, and vocational training for children aged three and above

T.N. Budget: Healthcare spending continues to rise in T.N., ₹23,357 cr. allocated

However, the health announcements in the Budget fell short to address the need to increase manpower

T.N. Budget: Govt. announces AI planning approvals, new housing scheme

Under the MY-HOME scheme, one lakh housing units will be developed over the next seven years through public-private partnership model, to provide safe and affordable housing for low-income families and youth

Allocation for Higher Education drops in Tamil Nadu Budget 2026-27; educationists react sharply

T.N. to enable registration of documents from home: Finance Minister

Tamil Nadu Finance Minister refers to CM as ‘Jananayagan’ and ‘Vijay Mama’

Tamil Nadu Budget 2026: TVK government merely changed names of DMK’s schemes, criticises Udhayanidhi Stalin

Chief Minister’s pre-Budget meeting with officials had been convened solely to rename schemes launched by the erstwhile Dravidian Model government, says DMK leader

Tamil Nadu Budget 2026: TVK government’s maiden Budget strikes right chord with industry

industry leaders call it a progressive budget that focuses on growth and industrial development

Tamil Nadu Budget 2026: One-sovereign gold coin, silk saree announced for brides

‘Aran’ shelter homes will be established in five districts to provide safe accommodation, food, counselling, and rehabilitation support to transgender persons facing social and family-related challenges: Finance Minister

Tamil Nadu Budget session to end on September 8; entire proceedings to be telecast live: Speaker

The general discussion on the Revised Budget Estimates and the Revised Agriculture Budget Estimates for 2026-27 would begin on August 7 and continue on August 10, 11, and 12

Tamil Nadu budget eyes $1.5 trillion economy by 2036, focuses on AI and education

The ruling Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) government on Wednesday presented its maiden Budget for 2026-27, outlining a roadmap to transform Tamil Nadu into a USD 1

Tamil Nadu's TASMAC starts online liquor booking

Opposition calls TVK’s budget recycled

The opposition Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) on Wednesday attacked the ruling Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) over its maiden Budget, alleging that the government had merely put a “sticker” on schemes introduced by the previous DMK regime instead of offering a new vision

21 Tamil Nadu MPs write to Governor to restore state anthem as first song at events

21 Tamil Nadu MPs write to Governor to restore state anthem as first song at events

Tamil Nadu Agriculture Budget: Eco-friendly liquid repellent to help farmers tackle wild boars

To further reduce crop losses caused not only by wild boars but also by elephants, gaurs, and deer, the government will install solar-powered electric fencing systems at subsidised rates

Nothing in Budget: Wearing black, Udhayanidhi slams Vijay over farmers' issues, Cauvery

Nothing in Budget: Wearing black, Udhayanidhi slams Vijay over farmers' issues, Cauvery

Tamil Nadu 2026-27 revised budget: A graphical overview

Tamil Nadu’s revised State budget was tabled in Parliament after April’s State elections yesterday (Aug. 5, 2026). Here are graphics showing key numbers from the budget.

"Wake Up And Respond": MK Stalin's Swipe At Vijay Over "Hollow" Budget

MK Stalin said the TVK government had "merely rebranded existing schemes" (File photo)

Tamil Nadu Agriculture Budget: Diploma college in Nammalvar’s name to be launched to promote organic farming

Presenting the Agriculture Budget 2026-27 in the Legislative Assembly, Minister R. Vinoth announced that the Horticultural Research Station at Ooty in the Nilgiris would be upgraded into a state-of-the-art Agricultural Technology Research Centre

Tamil Nadu Budget 2026: ‘Efforts are on to get Centre’s approval for three Chennai Metro Rail extension projects’

The Tamil Nadu government has been pursuing the proposal to create a Metro Rail connectivity from Hosur in Krishnagiri district till Bommasandra in Karnataka with the Centre and the Karnataka government.

Tamil Nadu Budget 2026: Delta region farmers welcome move to expedite river linking project, studies on building barrages

While welcoming allocations for the Cauvery–Vaigai–Gundar river linking project, barrages across the Cauvery and ecological restoration of the Cauvery Delta, farmers’ organisations seek higher spending on agriculture, crop loan waiver and better procurement prices

Tamil Nadu Budget 2026 promises fresh push for Cooum, Adyar rivers restoration in Chennai

The government would invite global tenders, prepare detailed feasibility and project reports to transform the rivers into city’s defining landmarks

Tamil Nadu Agriculture Budget offers no real relief to drought-hit farmers in Cauvery Delta: DMK leader M.K. Stalin

In a post on social media, Mr. Stalin said instead of addressing the drought situation and the distress faced by farmers, the Budget had merely heaped praise on the Chief Minister

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay hails State, Agriculture Budgets; says they offer new hope to society

In a post on social media, the Chief Minister congratulated Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson and Agriculture Minister R. Vinoth for presenting what he described as forward-looking budgets

Tamil Nadu Budget launches CM’s integrated urban mission to reshape cities in State by 2031

According to the Budget, the Mission will bring under one roof urban infrastructure, water supply, underground sewerage system, integrated solid waste management, city roads, urban transport, expansion of green spaces, protection of urban waterbodies.

Tamil Nadu Budget 2026: TN-SHORE project offers fillip to mangrove afforestation, restoration in Kanniyakumari

The mangrove ecosystem at Manakudy estuary is a vital ecological habitat, supporting a rich diversity of aquatic species while serving as a seasonal refuge for several local and migratory birds.

Tenure of coastal police wardens extended

These wardens were drawn from the fishing community and they had played an indispensable role in rescuing people from accidents at sea and during other maritime emergencies.

Tamil Nadu’s expectation of higher Central funds pushes up total revenue receipts

In the past three out of five years, the budget estimates for the TRR were pushed down at the time of arriving at the revised estimates

Tamil Nadu Budget 2026: Government announces AI planning approvals, new housing scheme

Under the MY-HOME scheme, one lakh housing units will be developed over the next seven years through public-private partnership model, to provide safe and affordable housing for low-income families and youth

Vijay government’s debut Budget strikes a balance between welfare and fiscal prudence in Tamil Nadu

Among the key announcements for women were the ‘Singappengal Valimaippaduthum Thittam’ to promote entrepreneurship, and the ‘Annan’s Seer’ scheme, under which eligible brides will receive an eight-gram gold coin and a silk saree, with ₹812 crore earmarked for the scheme

Tamil Nadu govt. defends State’s power to provide quota to Muslim converts from backward classes, SC to decide

The State said the object behind its government order of March 9, 2024 was to ensure that “persons belonging to socially and educationally backward communities are not deprived of reservation benefits solely on account of conversion to Islam”

Tamil Nadu introduces Bill to levy environmental and social welfare cess on liquor sales

The cess would fund a range of environmental and social welfare initiative including recycling, safe disposal and reuse of liquor bottles and containers, as well as rehabilitation and de-addiction programmes for individuals affected by alcohol addiction

Udhayanidhi seeks timeline for crop loan waiver, drought relief for Cauvery delta farmers

Govt. should convene a meeting of farmers’ representatives from the Cauvery delta region, says Opposition leader

Don’t introduce common entrance test for veterinary courses, Vijay urges Modi

In letter to PM, CM asks him to ‘advise’ Veterinary Council of India to review decision to introduce common entrance exam; says the determination of admission criteria should be left to the States

Cash-strapped Chennai Corporation seeks ₹233 crore from State govt. to clear pending bills

Expenditure has outpaced revenue over the last few years, mainly due to the expansion of civic infrastructure, increased operation and maintenance commitments and taking up large number of projects with the GCC’s own funds

T.N. to focus on strengthening women’s land rights, says Food and Civil Supplies Minister

He says it is also working to improve women’s participation in the workforce, particularly in rural areas, and strengthen nutrition programmes by promoting protein-rich foods and traditional millets

Watch: Vijay’s first budget: Is TVK building a new political brand? | Focus Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay’s first Budget goes beyond numbers and welfare announcements. From ‘Thaai Maaman’ and ‘Annan’ to the repeated use of ‘Vetri’, we decode the language of the TVK government’s schemes and ask whether Vijay is laying the foundations for a distinct political brand.

Former Chief Justice of Manipur High Court D. Krishnakumar appointed Chairman of T.N. Law Commission

Tamil Nadu Budget 2026: a taxing task for TVK-led government

The TVK-led government has an unenviable task at hand — meet sky-high expectations and achieve fiscal consolidation through its first Budget for Tamil Nadu. This report highlights the maze of election promises and options available for resource mobilisation

Madras HC directs Chief Secretary to file compliance report on rehabilitation scheme for transpersons at taluk level

The court has directed the Chief Secretary to coordinate with all the departments concerned to ensure effective and time-bound implementation of the measures

Fund allocation for education in Tamil Nadu falls to one-third in 25 years: PMK MP Anbumani Ramadoss

Dr. Anbumani also linked the decline in funding to falling enrolment in government schools.

‘About 4,000 MW of solar energy projects affected by corruption during DMK rule’

Tamil Nadu may offer childbirth incentives as fertility rate falls below 1.4

Tamil Nadu may offer childbirth incentives as fertility rate falls below 1.4

Chennai, a land of opportunity and exposure, says Health Minister K.G. Arunraj

BJP urges TVK-led government not to pursue confrontational approach with Centre like DMK

CM Vijay to move resolution in Assembly emphasising on mandatory rendition of ‘Tamil Thai Vazhthu’ first

The move comes against the backdrop of a letter from the Union Ministry of Home Affairs on July 9, asking the States and Union Ministries to “strictly comply” with its January 28 directive that the National Song, ‘Vande Mataram’, be played before the National Anthem at official events

Tamil Nadu Assembly adopts resolution for ‘Tamil Thai Vazhthu’ to be sung first at events

This comes on the heels of the Union Home Ministry, in a letter dated July 9, 2026, making certain observations on the rendering of the State song and directing the State government to render Vande Mataram at the beginning of State functions

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay announces ‘historic hike’ in special incentives for paddy and sugarcane

He said paddy procurement would begin in September and the government would offer an incentive of ₹289 per quintal for fine varieties, in addition to the MSP

Tamil is not just a language; it is our soul, culture, and thought: CM Vijay

He thanked all political parties for unanimously supporting the resolution in the Assembly for Tamil Thai Vazhthu to be mandatorily sung at the beginning of events

Tamil Nadu Assured Pension Scheme will be implemented as soon as Centre sanctions borrowing of ₹11,000 crore, says Marie Wilson

Until then, we have decided to give an interim payout to those who retired or are retiring on or after January 1, 2026. We will implement the scheme as soon as the Union government accords sanction, says the Finance Minister

Distribution of deworming tablets begins in Cuddalore

Secure release of boats from A.P., say fishermen

T.N. Committee constituted to shortlist candidates for posts of non-hereditary trustees in temples

Tamil Nadu Assembly to pass separate resolutions against NEET, FCRA Bill

Tamil Nadu Assembly to pass separate resolutions against NEET, FCRA Bill

Former DMK Minister M.R.K. Panneerselvam sparks lively exchanges in Tamil Nadu Assembly

He says that in the past, he would relax only after 8 a.m. because his leader, Kalaignar  [M. Karunanidhi], would call him up early in the morning. “You [the Ministers] seem very relaxed,” he says. Minister for Water Resources N. Anand responds that Mr. Vijay will call him up and other Ministers even about repairing a vaikal (canal) and ask whether the work has been completed

Tamil Nadu government forms Anti-Narcotics Task Force to combat drug menace

The new force would function under the direct control of Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay

Commission to review 7.5% reservation for NEET-qualified govt. school students: Tamil Nadu Health Minister

"Poor" Tamil vs "My Style": Vijay Minister's Budget Speech Triggers Showdown

DMK MLA objected to Wilson's Tamil during Budget speech

Tamil Nadu Assembly To Urge Centre To Abolish NEET, Oppose FCRA Amendment Bill Over Student, Charity Concerns | Video

Tamil Nadu Speaker joins anti-abortion rally, sparks massive row

Tamil Nadu Speaker joins anti-abortion rally, sparks massive row

Tamil Nadu Assembly urges Centre to withdraw FCRA Amendment Bill

Tamil Nadu Assembly urged the Union Government to withdraw the Bill in its present form and undertake comprehensive consultations with all the stakeholders

Tirunelveli Corporation councillor suspended for ‘whistling’ during council meeting

Film producer Archana Kalpathi appointed member of Tamil Nadu HR&CE department’s temple trustee committee

Singer T. Velmurugan has also been appointed the panel’s member

T.N. govt. allocates ₹828.36 crore for MLACDS

The amount sanctioned will be used for implementing the select list of works that fall under the ambit of the scheme for all 234 Assembly segments, with each Assembly segment getting ₹3.54 crore

Residents in 18 villages protest against merger with Tiruvannamalai Corporation

Some of the affected villages include Adi Annamalai, Endal, Nochimalai, Devanandal, Navalanpalayam, Chinnakangiyanur, Vegaikaal, Adaiyur, Savalpoondi, and Athiyandal

Tamil Nadu Assembly: No new schemes or fiscal consolidation measures in the Budget, says Palaniswami

In Tamil Nadu, change of regime often means change of scheme names

Whenever there has been a change of government in Tamil Nadu, the names of major schemes have been changed as a matter of course, just as the TVK government is doing now

PIL filed in Madras High Court against online liquor booking facility introduced by Tasmac

Pattali Makkal Katchi advocate K. Balu files the case in his capacity as president of Advocates Forum for Social Justice

Stalin pulls up DMK MLAs over ‘frivolous’ speeches in budget session

Last date extended for applications for posts of hereditary trustees in temples

CM cautions police against being lenient towards criminals

Police need to constantly evolve their methods, strengthen technology integration, says the Chief Minister, and directs them to intensify action against ganja, drugs and social media-driven criminal activity

TVK government’s first big business game in Tamil Nadu: scores 97 deals worth ₹67,452 crore

This will be the new government’s first major investment conclave

How Tamil Nadu invested in sustained awareness and building trust to shape its organ donation programme

About 72% of deceased organ donations in the country happens in five States - Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Maharashtra, Gujarat and Karnataka. Southern states have done well in terms of creating awareness on organ donations

Revenue Augmentation Committee members call on CM Vijay

Protests demanding drinking water: BJP urges TVK-led govt. to act on war footing

T.N. government to develop tourism infrastructure to attract foreign visitors

Cuddalore Collector flags off experiential learning tour for government school students on biodiversity and climate change

97 MoUs, envisaging over ₹67,542 crore in investment, signed at TVK government’s first investment conclave

The Ramanathapuram region gets its first big investment of ₹1,000 crore from the Phoenix Kothari Group

As candidates complain, TNPSC starts increasing vacancies to be filled in Group I examination

More vacancies are expected to be notified by the TNPSC for the competitive exams once various State government departments decide to fill vacancies

₹67.4K-cr MoUs signed in TN Investors Conclave

Tamil Nadu on Thursday signed 97 memorandums of understanding with 97 companies promising investments to the tune of ₹67,452 crore, the government said

IIT Madras-incubated startup signs ₹100-crore deal with T.N. govt. to scale up EV charger manufacturing

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay to present Police Medals to 15 officers, personnel on Independence Day

Each recipient will be presented with a gold medal weighing eight grams and a cash reward of ₹25,000, the release added

DMK likely to increase district units to over 100 as part of organisational revamp

Sources said the committee constituted by party president M.K. Stalin to revamp the organisation and infuse fresh energy into its structure had submitted its interim report

The Hindu’s legacy as rich as that of Chennai: Tamil Nadu Minister Rajmohan

While inaugurating the Made of Chennai Archival Photo Exhibit, ‘Madras on Stage’, at the publication’s office on Anna Salai, he said that The Hindu was a household name in Chennai

T.N. Minister for Housing inaugurates completed development projects in Cuddalore

Tasmac halts sale of 11 Enrica liquor brands in T.N. following FSSAI inspection

The directive follows an FSSAI inspection that flagged the presence of natural identical and artificial flavouring substances in the products

Minister inspects tribal hamlets atop Alleri hillock in Vellore to provide basic amenities

Engineers in Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Department complain over lack of promotion opportunities

The body has called for the establishment of district-level quality control laboratories in the department on the lines of those in the Highways and Minor Ports Department

No outsiders attended T.N. Cabinet meetings, says Social Justice Minister

Addressing the continuing incidents of honour killings in Tamil Nadu and the demand for a dedicated law to prevent them, the Minister says a decision will be made only after the K.N. Basha Commission’s report was submitted.

‘People’s welfare is absolute highest priority’: Tamil Nadu CM Vijay at Independence Day event

Vijay announced several measures for ex-servicemen, freedom fighters and their families.

Rejuvenation of irrigation channels, ponds to begin in Tamil Nadu under VB-G RAM G scheme

According to sources, desilting of water bodies and irrigation channels ahead of the northeast monsoon will help store rainwater to its capacity, raise the groundwater table and improve irrigation facilities for agriculture

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay condoles death of police constable on I-Day, announces ₹30 lakh relief

A. Dharmaraj was a Grade-I police constable attached to the Drums Bagpiper band of the Tamil Nadu Special Police Training Centre in Avadi, who fainted while on parade duty

Tamil Nadu Assembly: Group clash, not drugs behind killing of Coimbatore student Amuthan, says Law Minister

Social Justice Minister Vanni Arasu and Backward Classes Minister V. Sampath Kumar met Amuthan’s parents and offered ₹6 lakh in compensation and government job to his brother.

Inside CM Vijay’s 100 days in office: Cauvery, Trisha controversies to free power and loan relief

The Vijay government has faced questions over the implementation of TVK's election promises, its handling of the Cauvery water dispute and the state's finances.

TN CM 100 days in office: Making transformative milestones, says govt

TN CM 100 days in office: Making transformative milestones, says govt

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay launches ‘Presence-less Registration’ of housing plots, apartments

‘Presence-less Registration’, the government said, was aimed at improving efficiency and transparency in registration without visiting registrar offices

Minister N. Anand inaugurates work to desilt, restore rural waterbodies in Chengalpattu

A release stated that steps are being taken to desilt and restore nearly 10,185 watercourses and irrigation canals and adjoining 809 lakes and ponds in rural areas, at a cost of ₹500 crore, before the onset of Northeast monsoon

100 days of TVK govt: CM Vijay defines priorities, but his real test begins now

Tamil Nadu's new Chief Minister Vijay's government has completed its first hundred days. The administration has focused heavily on welfare programs and social initiatives. Significant investment commitments have also been secured for the state's development. The government has implemented measures to address women's safety and curb drug use. But now delivery of these promises will be closely watched.

T.N. government to launch health insurance for the elderly

Another key announcement is the planned replacement of the 87-year-old Tamil Nadu Public Health Act, 1939, with a modern, comprehensive Act to address contemporary and future health challenges

Long-term vision is to provide certificates within a stipulated timeframe: Sengottaiyan

Minister says his department will implement a new practice of appointing officials in a three-tier system to speed up the process of providing certificates

Tamil Nadu govt makes online registration mandatory for first-sale plots, flats

Tamil Nadu govt makes online registration mandatory for first-sale plots, flats

CM’s Road Safety Mission to be launched at ₹500 crore per annum

Tamil Nadu topped the list of States in road accidents in the country, says Sports Development Minister

Address systemic gaps in criminal laws related to children, Madras HC directs T.N. Chief Secretary

Justices G.R. Swaminathan and V. Lakshminarayanan direct the officer to constitute a committee of Home Secretary, Health Secretary and Law Secretary to consider suggestions made by the court

Tamil Nadu government to set up Talent Research Wing to groom future Olympic champions

It would be established under the Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu at a cost of ₹5 crore, says Aadhav Arjuna

Tamil Nadu's Maternity Leave Move Spotlights South India's Fertility Rates

North India's annual number of births increased from 6.6 million in 2001 to 7.6 million in 2024.

T.N. Minister Vanni Arasu denies allegation of denial of overseas scholarship

He was responding to DMK member and former Higher Education Minister Kovi. Chezhian, who raised the issue

Forest Department plans to set up Integrated Command and Control Centre

Modelled on the system that exists in Karnataka, the facility helps in forest mapping and digital surveillance on wildlife movement and forest activities

DMK Lawmakers Reject Government Cars While Ruling Party Defends Vehicle Scheme

DMK Lawmakers Reject Government Cars While Ruling Party Defends Vehicle Scheme

Tamil Nadu Assembly: All 59 DMK MLAs say no to government cars

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay’s proposal on government cars for MLAs triggers debate in Assembly; DMK seeks need-based allocation

India, ADB Sign $230 Million Loan Agreement To Modernise Chennai’s Water Supply And Sanitation System

Commissioner seeks explanation from Joint Director of College Education over letter to principals of government colleges in T.N.

TNMSC to procure assistive devices, retrofitted scooters for Differently Abled Welfare Department

It has floated online tenders for fixing of rate contracts for supply of various types of battery-operated wheelchairs, sewing machines, tricycles, hearing aids, and reflective folding stick, among other things

Enrica row: Tamil Nadu tightens liquor checks

Drop IFS officers from rural development posts: NDA ally leader to Tamil Nadu govt

Drop IFS officers from rural development posts: NDA ally leader to Tamil Nadu govt

TN orders quality checks at distilleries after row over 11 liquor variants' ban

TN orders quality checks at distilleries after row over 11 liquor variants' ban

Student Protest Circular Row: Teachers' Association Slams TN Govt's Action Against Official

CM Vijay's govt orders quality checks on alcohol level at all Tamil Nadu distilleries after Enrica liquor ban row

The move comes amid public concern over the temporary ban on 11 liquor variants produced by Enrica Enterprises and the decision to revoke it within a day.

Tamil Nadu govt. to explore alternative sites for Chennai’s second airport, also keen on Hosur project

Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay held a review meeting for the second airport at the Secretariat recently. Within a few days, the government will likely disclose its plans for both airports, say sources

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay announces establishment of new supercritical thermal power station in Thoothukudi

The Chief Minister also announced a Tamil Nadu Transmission Improvement Scheme at a cost of ₹33,066 crore to strengthen power transmission to major consumption centres

For a change, Minister raises question during Question Hour in Tamil Nadu Assembly

The Speaker said although this was not part of the Assembly procedure, he would allow the Minister to raise the question as it was related to a very important event

"Rights Denied": Vijay Targets DMK As He Withdraws Cases Against Farmers, Teachers

This government will stand by farmers and teachers and their just demands, Vijay said

Digital driving licences, vehicle registration certificates to be launched in Tamil Nadu on September 15: CM Vijay

The facility to download the certificates would come into force across the State from September 15, 2026. ‘Anywhere Registration/Licensing’ of vehicles to be introduced in the State in a phased manner

UP Govt To Provide Free E-Tricycles To 8,060 Divyang Girl Students To Support Education & Mobility

District Judge withdraws order prohibiting litigants’ vehicles inside court complex in Vellore

Every day, on an average, more than 3,000 litigants visit the court complex in Vellore

Over 300 acres of farmland to be acquired for new airport expansion in Vellore

Surrounding villages that have been identified are Poigai, Abdullapuram, Anpoondi, and Pudur

Tamil Nadu plans to set up Olympic-standard sports complex, new Secretariat

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay announces plans for an Olympic-standard sports complex and a new ₹1,200-crore Secretariat in Chennai.

Tamil Nadu Assembly unanimously adopts resolution urging Centre to make Tamil principal language of Madras High Court

Article 348(2) of the Constitution provided a mechanism under which the Governor of a State, with the previous consent of the President of India, could authorise the use of the official language of the State in the proceedings of the High Court, the resolution said

Motor Sports City to be established in Tamil Nadu; Chennai to get Olympic City: CM Vijay

The Motor Sports City will promote sports tourism, encourage the growing interest in motorsports among the youth of Tamil Nadu, provide them with the necessary training, and develop the State into a major international hub for motorsports

New Secretariat-Assembly complex, Olympic City, Motor Sports City: CM Vijay's big plans for Tamil Nadu

Once the new Secretariat-Assembly complex is established, Fort St George will be preserved as a heritage site for future generations.

Tamil Nadu government identifies three sites for the new Assembly-Secretariat complex

The TVK-led government has identified three potential sites for the new Secretariat

29,108 additional police posts to be created in the next five years: Tamil Nadu CM Vijay

10,000 police personnel, including 5,000 women police personnel, would be recruited this year, says Vijay

After 68 years, Air India flight connecting Madurai and Chennai to stop operations from October 25

With the closure of operations on the sector by AI Express, the route will become monopoly for Indigo, which operates over five flights daily between the two cities

Complete all monsoon preparedness works in Chennai by September-end, T.N. Chief Secretary instructs officials

Mr. Sai Kumar told officials to remove water hyacinth and silt obstructing the flow of rainwater through canals and culverts

Tamil Nadu Police Day: CM Vijay Promises Steps To Reduce Workload, Boost Technology Use

Parandur out, Manellore or Cheyyur in: Vijay govt shortlists 2 sites for second Chennai airport

The two locations were shortlisted within a week and have been recommended to the Airports Authority of India (AAI) for feasibility studies.

Confusion prevails over ward development funds amid GCC cash crunch

During the council meeting on August 28, 2026, councillors, clad in black, expressed dissatisfaction with the State government and the GCC over the non-disbursal of the Ward Development Funds, or “councillor’s funds”, for the 2026-27 financial year

50 years on, Sarkaria Commission rocks Tamil Nadu Assembly again

Mr. Vijay said he had no need to raise the issues (on corruption charges against DMK rule), but was doing so in response to those who spoke about “legacy and seniority in politics.” “They may run away if we talk about these issues,” he added.

Cuddalore MP seeks comprehensive inquiry into safety and maintenance practices at NLCIL

North Chennai residents seek Metro Rail connectivity via Perambur, better sanitation, and water supply facilities

These demands were consolidated into a study report at a public meeting organised by Federation of North Chennai Residents’ Welfare Associations

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay To Wave Green Flag At Silverstone As Ajith Kumar Races In Michelin Le Mans Cup 2026

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay’s trip to U.K. was cleared by Ministry of External Affairs, says official

“It is the Indian High Commission in London that is making all the arrangements for the travel, including security,” said the official, in response to the question of why Mr. Vijay had chosen to be away when Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim was to be in Chennai on Sunday

Tamil Nadu temples in a deplorable condition, says HR&CE Minister Ramesh

He accused the previous DMK government of failing to maintain temples across the State

Tamil Nadu faces lesser power shortage than other States: Minister Sengottaiyan

Speaking on the Parandur airport project, Mr. Sengottaiyan said the waterbodies and wetland in the region had to be viewed separately from the land required for the airport and for SIPCOT projects. The runway could not be constructed on a lake, he said.

Electricity demand peaks this September, unscheduled power cuts return to Tamil Nadu

The power demand remained steady in the past few months, at 20,500 MW, as against 16,000 MW-17,000 MW during this time last year. With the shortage of over 3,000 MW, Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (TNPDCL) has had to purchase 2,000 MW to tide over the crisis

Power discom is still heavily reliant on Tamil Nadu government’s financial support

In the 14 years since 2013-14, the government aid, both in the form of tariff subsidy and grants, has accounted for ₹2.55 lakh crore

Tamil Nadu set to get back 40 vacant super speciality seats

Collector inspects dengue prevention measures in Cuddalore

Residents were advised to remove unwanted objects in which rainwater could collect, prevent water stagnation in household articles, and clean overhead water tanks at least once a week

CM Vijay launches expanded breakfast scheme as schoolbag search sparks row

DMK spokesperson Saravanan Annadurai asked were they looking for the efficiency of the TVK government

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay reviews Northeast monsoon preparedness in hilly areas, southern districts

He also reviewed measures for dengue prevention

Beef in Tamil Nadu govt hostels? Minister says students sought it, decision soon

Beef in Tamil Nadu govt hostels? Minister says students sought it, decision soon

Fishermen plan protest against new Secretariat project at Foreshore Estate on Sept. 29

Protest planned as there was no move by the government to drop the proposal, says a community leader

Anna University partners with Boeing India to establish Flammability Learning Laboratory

Co-optex sets Deepavali festival sales target of ₹8.88 crore for outlets in Cuddalore district

LED hoarding, jaywalking, and traffic violations pose safety concerns near Tirusulam

Motorists say the sharp brightness from the large LED screen can distract them, particularly while approaching the signal

Tamil Nadu Power Cut Disrupts Madurai Law College Event; Minister CTR Nirmal Kumar Present

Tamil Nadu Power Cut Disrupts Madurai Law College Event; Minister CTR Nirmal Kumar Present

Minister urges newly recruited constables to serve people sincerely

Tamil Nadu Rolls Back Law & Order Dept’s RTI Exemption After Opposition Criticism

Vijay govt revokes RTI exemption for law and order department after backlash

Vijay govt revokes RTI exemption for law and order department after backlash

40-year-old demand for road to Scheduled Caste village causes communal rift in Nilgiris

As many as 40 Sri Lankan-repatriate Scheduled Caste families in Ambal Colony, Kil Kotagiri, were set to benefit from a short road near their hamlet. However, the road laying project approved on September 3 has now sparked communal tensions.

Tamil Nadu govt rolls back law and order department’s RTI exemption amid backlash

The Tamil Nadu government faced backlash after it issued a notification that exempted the Public (Law and Order) Department from the Right to Information (RTI) Act. Critics, including numerous political leaders, argued that such an action would jeopardize transparency and obstruct public access to crucial law records. In response to widespread criticism, the government promptly withdrew the exemption, reaffirming its commitment to uphold the RTI Act.

Railways wants 43 TASMAC shops moved

Southern Railway has asked the Tamil Nadu government to relocate 43 TASMAC liquor outlets located close to railway stations and tracks in Chennai and neighbouring districts, citing safety concerns, trespassing deaths, accidents and repeated complaints from passengers.The identified shops are spread across Chennai, Tiruvallur, Vellore, Tirupattur, Ranipet and Kanchipuram districts.Southern Railway flags safety concerns near railway tracksAccording to railway sources cited by IANS, the Chennai railway division first wrote to TASMAC in September 2024, followed by another communication in May 2025

T.N. government exploring possibility of offering internships for tourism students: Minister

Ranipet police returns recovered phones to owners

The phones were traced by the Ranipet district cybercrime police thanks to the introduction of a cell tracker application

Motorists seek installation of streetlights on VIT High Road

Officials of the State Highways Department said installation of new streetlights and its maintenance, including electricity charges should be borne by respective civic bodies such as the Corporation and panchayats

Chennai Corporation to set up Amma Canteen at Omandurar hospital

The Corporation has sought the government approval to establish the Amma Canteen

Blending heritage with technology: Madurai’s Gandhi Memorial Museum gets ₹10.25-crore makeover

Tamil Nadu Expands Free Bus Travel For Women Under Rebranded Vetri Payanam Scheme

Tamil Nadu Expands Free Bus Travel For Women Under Rebranded Vetri Payanam Scheme

Watch: CM Vijay plays bus conductor, hands out tickets after expanding free travel scheme

Tamil Nadu chief minister C Joseph Vijay launched an expanded scheme to provide free bus travel. Marking the launch on Gandhi Jayanti, Vijay travelled by bus in Chennai and interacted with passengers. The scheme removed previous limitations on the types of bus services available for free travel. It aims to enhance economic empowerment and education opportunities without transportation costs hindering access.

Vijay govt suspends cop who sought bribe on GPay, 4 others in corruption crackdown

Vijay govt suspends cop who sought bribe on GPay, 4 others in corruption crackdown

Cauvery bridge on Tiruchi-Chennai Bypass to be reopened for traffic by October 15

With one of the two bridges across the Cauvery being closed for repairs, severe traffic congestion was being witnessed in several parts of the city, especially in Srirangam

Dharapuram farmers unhappy over T.N. government’s approach on crop loan waiver

A community leader says the government’s couple of changes in the waiver scheme has only created more confusion among the agriculturists

Declare ‘Vettri Payanam’ scheme unconstitutional, urges private bus operator before Madras High Court

A private bus operator from Erode claims that no-fare travel for women in government buses alone would cause a severe dent to their business and force them to shut down operations

‘Vettri Payanam’ scheme launched; women passengers travelling to workplaces to save a lot

Pattinapakkam new secretariat project sparks protest from eight fishing villages

Abandon Pattinapakkam Assembly-cum-Secretariat complex project, insists PIL plea before Madras High Court

Chief Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari and Justice G. Arul Murugan would be hearing the case on October 5, 2026

Tamil Nadu govt's Rs 1,200 crore Secretariat plan challenged, court rejects plea

Tamil Nadu govt's Rs 1,200 crore Secretariat plan challenged, court rejects plea

Vijay's Annan Seer scheme gets rollout nod, Rs 812 crore cleared as first instalment

Vijay's Annan Seer scheme gets rollout nod, Rs 812 crore cleared as first instalment

Tamil Nadu govt. honours 319 villages for becoming TB-free in Vellore, nearby districts

Forest Department organises volleyball tournament for tribal youth in Jawadhu Hills

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay Launches 'Dream Olympics' Initiative, Honours Asian Games 2026 And Chess Olympiad Medal Winners With Cash Rewards | Video

From mission to action – future of road safety in Tamil Nadu

Road safety requires sustained attention, coordination across multiple agencies, dedicated resources, measurable targets, and continuous monitoring, rather than a series of isolated interventions

Collector inaugurates box cricket turf at District Sports Stadium in Katpadi

Awareness safety drive held for fishing boat owners

HC imposes costs on School Education department for delay in filing appeal

T.N. says Karnataka’s scant respect for CWMA’s orders has affected its Cauvery Basin farmers

T.N. Home Secretary transferred, Prem Anand Sinha posted as Director of DVAC

Tamil Nadu Home Secretary K. Manivasan has been replaced by A. Karthik, Chairman and Managing Director of the Tamil Nadu Small Industries Development Corporation (TANSIDCO).

Vellore Corporation begins providing drainage connections to households in town

Caste discrimination during SC man’s burial: Commission seeks report from Erode Collector, SP

It also sought a report on disciplinary action taken against the police and Revenue Department officials who allegedly failed to take preventive measures during the incident

Mettur dam level falls below 65 feet

With the water level declining and inflow remaining low, officials said the release for delta irrigation might not be extended beyond the scheduled date

Rainwater enters ASI’s ‘C’ site in Adichanallur amid delay in construction of a shelter

A senior ASI official blames the delay in building the shelter on procedural requirements, including obtaining approvals and completing the tender process

PM Modi to launch Chennai Metro Rail Phase 2, to share ride with Tamil Nadu CM Vijay

In the initial period, 15 trains will be run from Poonamallee to Vadapalani, and commuters can access a train every 10 minutes during the peak hours

PM Modi To Visit Chennai Today, Launch Projects Worth Over Rs 13,000 Crore

PM Modi will inaugurate the Poonamallee-Vadapalani stretch of the Chennai Metro Rail Project Phase 2

Union Secretary reviews Chennai’s waste processing and recycling facilities

Officials from the GCC and Chennai Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board participated in the inspections

PM Modi to launch ₹13,000 crore projects in Chennai, inaugurate Porur–Poonamallee Metro stretch

PM Modi is set to launch and dedicate development projects worth over ₹13,000 crore in Chennai on Sunday, including the Porur–Poonamallee stretch of the Chennai Metro Phase II

PM Modi in Chennai, Inaugurates Metro Phase Two Alongside CM Vijay, Launches Key Projects

PM Modi in Chennai, Inaugurates Metro Phase Two Alongside CM Vijay, Launches Key Projects

PM Modi In Chennai, Flags Off Metro Phase 2 With CM Vijay In Shift From DMK Era

PM Modi In Chennai, Flags Off Metro Phase 2 With CM Vijay In Shift From DMK Era

Watch: PM Modi, CM Vijay share metro ride after flagging off Chennai Metro's Poonamallee-Vadapalani stretch

After flagging off the services, PM Modi and CM Vijay shared a ride on the metro train.

Video: PM Modi Inaugurates Chennai Metro Phase II, Takes Ride With Chief Minister Vijay

PM Modi with Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay, takes a ride in the Chennai Metro

Chennai Traffic Diversions On October 11 For PM Modi's Visit, Heavy Vehicles Restricted Till 4.30 PM; Check Routes

Chennai Metro: New route, stations & timings

Watch: PM Modi inaugurates Chennai Metro Phase II stretch, rides train with CM Vijay

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the Poonamallee-Vadapalani stretch of the Chennai Metro Rail Project on Sunday, a major endeavor costing about Rs 4,900 crore with an innovative 3.7-km double-decker design. Daily services will kick off from October 12, operating from 7 am to 9 pm with a start time at 4 pm.

PM launches Chennai Metro stretch worth Rs 4,900 crore, takes ride with CM Vijay

PM launches Chennai Metro stretch worth Rs 4,900 crore, takes ride with CM Vijay

From new metro links to river linking: CM Vijay lists his demands before PM Modi

From new metro links to river linking: CM Vijay lists his demands before PM Modi

PM pledges to work for TN's development; Vijay seeks metro expansion, more funds

PM Narendra Modi: 'This Is The Historic Day For Tamil Nadu'

PM Narendra Modi: 'This Is The Historic Day For Tamil Nadu'

Two killed in accident on Maduravoyal bypass road

Yukesh Kumar was riding a two-wheeler with Bharathi Kumar on the pillion when he lost control of the vehicle and dashed into a lorry transporting iron rods.

Governments May Change But My Resolve For Tamil Nadu's Development Firm: PM Modi In Chennai

PM Modi was In Chennai to inaugurate several projects, including the Chennai metro rail phase II.

Centre Rebuts Opposition Claims On Tamil Language And Infrastructure

Centre Rebuts Opposition Claims On Tamil Language And Infrastructure

PM Narendra Modi: '1975 Mein Chennai Ka West Mamallapuram Ek Chhote Se Vidyalaya Ke Roop Mein'

PM Narendra Modi: '1975 Mein Chennai Ka West Mamallapuram Ek Chhote Se Vidyalaya Ke Roop Mein'

‘This is your time, opportunity’: PM Modi tells Chennai students, says future lies in them

‘This is your time, opportunity’: PM Modi tells Chennai students, says future lies in them

PM Modi in Chennai updates | Prime Minister inaugurates Metro Rail's Phase 2 stretch, ₹13000-crore worth development projects

The Greater Chennai Traffic Police have announced traffic diversions for commercial and heavy vehicles at several locations in the city on Sunday (October 11, 2026) in view of Prime Minister’s visit to Chennai.

PM Modi Visits Chennai, Inaugurates Metro Stretch With CM Vijay, Unveils Rs 13,000-Crore Projects

PM Modi Visits Chennai, Inaugurates Metro Stretch With CM Vijay, Unveils Rs 13,000-Crore Projects

PM Modi, CM Vijay unveil ₹13,000-crore projects, flag off Chennai Metro stretch

Modi said that before assuming office as the CM of Gujarat, he had the opportunity to interact with leaders such as the late DMK patriarch M Karunanidhi

World seeks your answers, take Tamil culture everywhere: PM Modi to Chennai students

World seeks your answers, take Tamil culture everywhere: PM Modi to Chennai students

Modi, Vijay back Tamil Nadu growth with Rs 13,000 crore project push

Modi, Vijay back Tamil Nadu growth with Rs 13,000 crore project push

Vijay urges Prime Minister Modi to sanction Metro Rail for the Hosur-Bommasamudra sector

The CM says the inter-State link will benefit both T.N. and Karnataka. He also urges Modi to reconsider Metro Rail projects in Coimbatore and Madurai in view of the future development and economic growth of T.N.’s western and southern regions

Vettri Payanam Thittam: what is the economic mileage of a no-fare bus ride?

The scheme is expected to cost an additional ₹1,600 crore a year and a total of ₹6,000 crore. The initiative, launched on Gandhi Jayanti, is an extension of the existing women’s zero-fare bus scheme, Vidiyal Payanam

Over one tonne of waste removed in forest land along Girivalam path under ‘Clean Tiruvannamalai’ initiative

Forest officials said that a request was made to the District Collector by the Forest Department to remove accumulated wastes in the forest land along the path

PM Modi and CM Vijay flag off Chennai Metro Rail’s first train for phase II project, take a ride together

The passenger services will start on October 11, 2026) from 4 p.m.

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay urges PM Modi to sanction Metro Rail from Hosur to Karnataka’s Bommasandra

The CM says the inter-State link will benefit both T.N. and Karnataka. He also urges Modi to reconsider Metro Rail projects in Coimbatore and Madurai in view of the future development and economic growth of T.N.’s western and southern regions

PM Modi and CM Vijay commit themselves to working together for Tamil Nadu’s development

Inaugurating a slew of projects, including the Chennai Metro Rail services on the Vadapalani-Poonamallee stretch, Mr. Modi says that while governments have changed, his commitment to the development of Tamil Nadu and his service to its people have remained the same

Veeramani case: SIT examines ADGP Arun and other IPS officers

The investigators recorded the statements of Mr. Arun and IGs N. Kannan and A. Radhika, who were then serving as the Additional Commissioner of Police, South, and the Additional Commissioner of Police, Central Crime Branch, respectively, police sources say

Tamil Nadu Board Exam Time Table 2027 Released: Check Class 10, 12 Schedule Here

Tamil Nadu announces the 2027 Class 10, 11 arrear and 12 public exam timetable.

Why has Tamil Nadu opted for an expensive electricity purchase agreement? | Explained

The Tamil Nadu government has clarified that due to the high power demand in the State this time, thanks to a prolonged summer-like situation, they have had to go in for such an agreement

Mentally Challenged Man Beaten To Death By Drunk Men In Tamil Nadu

The victim has not been identified yet.

Sudden showers in Vellore, nearby districts

Heavy rain damaged Tangedco poles and strong winds uprooted trees in these areas on Wednesday

VIT to install 65 LED streetlights on Sathuvachari-VIT High Road in Vellore town to prevent accidents

The initiative by VIT comes after The Hindu report highlighted the plight of hundreds of motorists and pedestrians in using the new stretch without streetlights

Yards to be set up for seized vehicles in every taluk: Minister

Vijay launches ₹3,108-cr. ring main pipeline project for equitable drinking water supply

The project will interlink all nine water treatment facilities to ensure uninterrupted supply to residents of the GCC area. It involves laying 91.2 km of interconnected pipelines and installing instruments to measure water pressure, flow, and quality at treatment plants and distribution stations

Children of police personnel receive ₹58.30 lakh in incentive awards

Northeast monsoon to set in over Tamil Nadu on October 15, bring widespread rain till October 20: Regional Meteorological Centre

Northeast monsoon is expected to bring fairly widespread rainfall over the State till October 20, putting an end to the extended spell of soaring temperatures in interior districts

TNPDCL will incur additional cost of ₹5 crore to ₹7 crore per day for purchase of gas power: Nirmal Kumar

Only 1,000 MW has to be procured, that too only to meet the evening peak demand, for 16 days from October 15 to 31, says Energy Resources Minister

"Difficult": Chennai Auto Drivers On Chief Minister Vijay's Free Bus Scheme

Auto operators want the government to revise fares, which have remained officially unchanged since 2013.

Over 1.6 lakh personnel will undertake population enumeration in TN

Over 1.6 lakh personnel will undertake population enumeration in TN

Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar takes charge as full-time Governor of Tamil Nadu

Mr. Arlekar, while he was serving as Governor of Keralam, had been additionally discharging the duties of Governor of Tamil Nadu since March 5, 2026

FPJ Exclusive: Tamil Nadu Ministers, Officials Allegedly Took Crores In Bribes To Okay Big Ticket Industrial Projects, ED Evidence Shows

Why is there opposition against setting up foreign universities in Tamil Nadu? | Explained

With the University of Western Australia having secured final approval from the UGC to set up its campus in Chennai, the Left parties and other organisations have said that this would lead to the commercialisation of education

Five suspended after anti-DMK messages appear on digital route display board of TNSTC bus

According to official sources, the route board of the bus carried several anti-DMK slogans, as well as jibes against DMK party leaders

TNSTC bus crew suspended after anti-DMK messages appear on govt. vehicle’s digital display board in Tamil Nadu

According to official sources, the route board of the bus carried several anti-DMK slogans, as well as jibes against party leaders

Tamil Nadu government fully prepared to face Northeast monsoon: Revenue Minister

Minister K.A. Sengottaiyan said the department had conducted a series of review meetings on monsoon preparedness, and nearly 98% of the preparedness works had been completed

T.N. CM Vijay urges Centre to secure release of 25 Thoothukudi fishermen arrested by Maldives Coast Guard

The fishermen from Thoothukudi, along with their three mechanised fishing boats, were apprehended by the Maldives Coast Guard in the early hours of October 13

Vijay seeks Jaishankar's help to free 25 Tamil Nadu fishermen detained in Maldives

Vijay seeks Jaishankar's help to free 25 Tamil Nadu fishermen detained in Maldives

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay holds talks with Singapore Deputy PM on economic ties, investments

The meeting was held on the sidelines of the unveiling of the Singapore-based CapitaLand Data Centre Chennai 01 at SIDCO Industrial Estate in Ambattur

Cauvery bridge on Chennai-Tiruchi-Madurai NH reopened for traffic after repair work

The bridge was closed on June 25 to facilitate repair work by the by the NHAI’s concessionaire maintaining the section at an estimated cost of ₹10 crore

Four drug peddlers held in Tiruvannamalai

Tribal women from Pulicat earn ₹1 lakh from sale of farmed clownfish

The project was funded by the Tamil Nadu Tribal Welfare Department

Tangedco foreman held on charges of bribery near Ambur

Collector inaugurates high-level bridge across Pambaru river in Tirupattur

Encroachments demolished at Netaji market in Vellore town to improve access for people

T.N. govt. to sell parboiled rice at ₹30 per kg through 260 Amudham, cooperative stores: Minister

Two more judges sworn in at Madras High Court increasing its working strength to 67

Chief Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari administered the oath of office to Justices D. Lingeswaran and B. Karthikeyan on Thursday

CM Vijay launches Tamil Nadu Semiconductor Ecosystem Scheme 2026

Periyar Arivulagam is Dravidian model government’s brainchild, says Stalin

Stalin also listed several library and other knowledge-centre projects undertaken by the DMK government, including the Anna Centenary Library in Chennai, the Kalaignar Centenary Library in Madurai, Mudhalvar Padaippagams and the renovation of the Connemara Public Library in Egmore

Tamil Nadu Government Bus Signboards Hacked Again With Political Slogans

Tamil Nadu bus digital signboards were hacked to show political messages.

2,390 gram panchayats in Tamil Nadu declared tuberculosis-free for 2025

The ‘TB Free Panchayat’ initiative aims to make TB elimination a community-owned movement at the grassroots level, with panchayats supporting prevention, early identification, diagnosis, treatment, and patient support

Coimbatore district’s Chadivayal elephant camp open to visitors from October 16

Visitors can witness the feeding of the camp elephants in similar arrangement as available in Theppakadu elephant camp in the Mudumalai Tiger Reserve and Kozhikamuthi elephant camp in the Anamalai Tiger Reserve

Tamil Nadu Diary Minister attributes rise in milk procurement to revision in price

Minister for Dairy Development C. Vijayalakshmi launches full cream milk and curd cups of of Aavin in Tiruchi; reviews the functioning of Tiruchi District Cooperative Milk Producers’ Union at Collectorate

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay inaugurates ₹301.71-crore Periyar Arivulagam in Coimbatore

He also unveiled a statue of Thanthai Periyar at the facility

Court grants two-day police custody of ‘Gem Granites’ Veeramani

In its petition, the SIT said his custodial interrogation was necessary to ascertain the identities of those who had links with him.

Watch: The fight for a place to bury the dead | Focus Tamil Nadu

The Perumbali burial dispute in Erode has raised serious questions about caste discrimination in Tamil Nadu. A Scheduled Caste family faced opposition while trying to bury a 90-year-old relative in the village cemetery. This episode of The Hindu Focus Tamil Nadu examines Dalit burial rights, untouchability, constitutional protections and the continuing struggle for social justice.

Greater Chennai Police probing suspicious transactions in Veeramani case

Police sources say at least 23 kg of gold and huge money transfers had taken place between the businessman and a suspected mediator in November 2024, when the first complaint was filed, and in early 2026, when a closure report was filed

Tamil Nadu Cops To Allow RSS Centenary Rallies In 128 Locations

The court has directed the organisation to follow the dos and don'ts laid down in 2025. (File)

Vellore govt. hospital celebrates International Day for Older Persons

Tiruvannamalai Corporation installs specially designed bins to collect PET bottles

Tamil Nadu government fixes weaving wages for new Pongal dhotis and sarees

11 Tamil Nadu State Civil Service officers appointed to IAS

HC directs T.N. to file comprehensive report on disciplinary proceedings initiated against erring government employees

Madras HC: Covid ‘destroyed’ marriage, pandemic disputes need separate treatment

The court directed district judges in Tamil Nadu to collect data from family courts dealing with matrimonial disputes pertaining to those marriages which had taken place between 2020 to 2022.

T.N. government withdraws order to restrict interim pension payout to ₹10,000 plus dearness relief

The move comes after protests by college teachers and government employees against against the order, which was issued on September 11

Two persons held for pelting stones at a train near Katpadi

A case was registered and they were lodged at Central Prison in Vellore town

Arunachaleswarar temple elephant in Tiruvannamalai named ‘Namasivayam’

Ministers named the elephant in the presence of Collector Vandhana Garg and S. Bharanidharan, Joint Commissioner (JC), HR&CE (Tiruvannamalai)

Vettri Payanam scheme plunges autorickshaw and private bus operators into livelihood crisis

Auto-rickshaw drivers and private bus operators lamented that their daily collections have plummeted drastically, leaving them struggling to make ends meet

85 books by inmates released at Cuddalore Central Prison

The books were developed with the support from the Ezhuthaga Iyakkam (Write Movement) and the Tamil Nadu Prisons Department

Release recommendations of Thiruppugazh Committee, Anbumani urges T.N. government

He says several parts of Chennai received rainfall of an intensity comparable to a cloudburst, and if such incidents are to become frequent, it will necessitate the urgent implementation of flood mitigation measures

Over half of T.N.’s youth hold a degree, have salaried jobs, finds survey

On the flip side, graduates make up two-thirds of the State’s unemployed. Forty per cent of young women and 10% of young men are neither working nor in education or training