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Clogged canals raise waterlogging concerns in western suburbs
Clogged Porur-Iyyappanthangal canal network faces silt, plastic waste, sewage outfalls and encroachments, raising waterlogging risk before NE monsoon.
Singeetham Srinivasa Rao, Indian Filmmaker Behind ‘Pushpaka Vimana,’ ‘Michael Madana Kama Rajan’ and ‘Aditya 369’ Dies at 95
Revered Indian filmmaker Singeetham Srinivasa Rao, whose work spanned the 1957 Telugu-language classic “Mayabazar” and this year’s musical “Sing Geetham,” died Oct. 3 in Chennai following a period of ill health. He was 95. Rao made some 60 features in the Tel…
Today’s Gold Rate in India October 4: Gold prices steady in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru
Gold Rate Today: Today's gold prices of 22, 24 carat steady across metro cities on October 4
Singeetham Srinivasa Rao dies at 94: Pushpaka Vimanam, Aditya 369 filmmaker leaves six-decade legacy
Legendary filmmaker Singeetham Srinivasa Rao has died aged 94 in Chennai. Known for films such as Pushpaka Vimanam, Aditya 369, Mayur and Bhairava Dweepam, he spent six decades exploring unconventional stories across Indian cinema. His work spanned multiple l…
Tamil Nadu scraps plans for greenfield airport in Parandur, risks falling a decade behind rival aviation hubs
Tamil Nadu, a $400 billion-plus economy with more than 10% annual growth, lacks an airport that matches its economic scale. Chennai’s Meenambakkam airport handled 23 million passengers in FY26, well below Bengaluru and Hyderabad, while the state’s other airpo…
Veteran filmmaker Singeetham Srinivasa Rao dies in Chennai
From ‘Raja Paarvai’ and the dialogue-free ‘Pesum Padam’ to ‘Apoorva Sagodharargal’ and ‘Michael Madana Kama Rajan’, Srinivasa Rao pushed the boundaries of mainstream filmmaking, leaving behind a body of work in which experimentation and entertainment comforta…
Scoot flight to Singapore aborted as pilot detects glitch while taxiing
Scoot’s Chennai-Singapore flight was aborted during taxiing after an engine glitch; 310 passengers were deboarded, housed in hotels, and the flight was cancelled.
Vijay’s TVK joins INDIA bloc, to be part of Oct 15 protest against CEC
CHENNAI: The Tamil Nadu chief minister C Joseph Vijay-led TVK on Saturday formalised its entry into INDIA bloc, with two of its ministers attending a
‘One of the best decisions I’ve made’: Chennai founder on how moving to Bengaluru changed his business and life
Bengaluru news: Harish Varadharajan moved his agritech business from Chennai to Bengaluru and found significant advantages in the city's ecosystem. After one year, he noted improved access to investors, talent and customers, which helped his business grow. Be…
Hai An Lines starts container service connecting Chennai with ports in China, Malaysia and Vietnam
Hai An Lines launches Chennai-to-China/Vietnam/Malaysia container service, boosting regional trade and maritime links for India–Vietnam growth.
Today’s Gold Rate in India October 3: Gold prices down in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru
Gold Rate Today: Today's gold prices of 22, 24 carat down across metro cities on October 3
Chennai youths’ raison d’etre in Post-it notes on display at IIT-M
IIT Madras hosts SCARF’s “wall of hope” with 20,000 Post-it notes on youths’ reasons for living; about 400 flag distress, boosting suicide awareness.
4 killed, 3 injured as car rams into private bus from behind on Trichy-Chennai NH
Tragedy struck on the Trichy-Chennai National Highway near Perambalur in the early hours as a collision resulted in the loss of four lives, including Karthi and his wife Surya. The couple was en route home from a wedding when their car collided with a private…
Today’s Gold Rate in India September 24: Gold prices down in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru
Gold Rate Today: Today's gold prices of 22, 24 carat down across metro cities on September 24
IIT Madras junction goes signal-free, eases traffic snarls
IIT Madras junction experienced significant traffic changes after the introduction of a new system. Motorists from Kotturpuram must now make a U-turn beneath the Madhya Kailash flyover. Vehicles coming from Madhya Kailash can proceed towards Raj Bhavan withou…
Drains in limbo, city stares at flood risk
Chennai city is facing significant challenges as the monsoon approaches while stormwater drain preparations remain incomplete. Several neighborhoods have unfinished drains, which could lead to flooding during heavy rains. The Greater Chennai Corporation has d…
US pharma giant Walgreens to set up GCC in Chennai
Walgreens establishes its first Global Capability Centre in Chennai, creating over 250 high-value jobs in technology and operations.
US healthcare firm Walgreens signs MoU with Tamil Nadu govt; eyes 250+ jobs in first year - The Tribune
US-based healthcare and pharmacy services major Walgreens is set to establish its first Global Capability Centre (GCC) in India in Chennai, with plans to create over 250 high-value jobs in the first year and expand operations in the coming years, as per an of…
Today’s Gold Rate in India September 18: Gold prices up in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru
Gold Rate Today: Today's gold prices of 22, 24 carat up across metro cities on September 18
Tamil Nadu advances GCC expansion with Walgreens Centre in Chennai
The centre at DLF Downtown, Tharamani, will focus on technology and business services, with further expansion planned over the coming years
In 1639, land granted to the English led to Fort St George; how a trading post grew into the city of Chennai
English traders received land in 1639, leading to Fort St George's construction. This settlement merged with Madraspatnam, forming a larger town. Fort St George became a political and administrative center after several historical shifts. Its importance grew,…
Chef Manjunath Mural brings his Southeast Asian - inspired menu to Chennai
Petrol , diesel prices today , August 8 : Check latest rates in Delhi , Mumbai , Chennai , Kolkata & more
Gold , Silver Rate Today August 08 : What Is Gold Rate Today ? 18 , 22 , 24 Carat Gold Rates in Chennai , Mumbai , Delhi , Kolkata
Cult.fit bets beyond gyms while remaining hooked on India's top four cities
Cult.fit is expanding beyond gym memberships through products, corporate wellness, advertising and franchises, even as its business remains heavily reliant on fitness centres in India's four largest cities.
Man sentenced to 20 years jail sentence for sexually assaulting minor girl
Chennai POCSO court sentences R Mohanraj to 20 years’ rigorous imprisonment for sexually assaulting a 15-year-old girl; ₹3.05 lakh compensation ordered.
Protesting Sarkarpalayam residents assured of a subway on Trichy-Chennai NH
Peace talks after Sarkarpalayam road blockade on Trichy-Chennai NH assure a subway for safe crossing; NHAI underpass tender opens July 16, work by Sept 2026.
DOT School of Design Hosts Tamil Nadu Biggest Design Graduation Show in Chennai
LPG , CNG , PNG rates on June 20 : Check latest prices in Delhi , Mumbai , Chennai , Kolkata , other cities
BCCI confirms Harshit Rana's return: Will India hand KKR star a spot in Chennai's dead rubber vs. Afghanistan?
Fast-bowling all-rounder Harshit Rana has completed his rehab and has been added to the India squad for the final IND vs AFG ODI in Chennai.