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CM Stalin blames TVK chief Vijay's delay and 'unruly crowd' for Karur stampede tragedy

CM Stalin blames TVK chief Vijay's delay and 'unruly crowd' for Karur stampede tragedy

Chennai: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin, addressing the State Legislative Assembly, directly attributed the devastating Karur stampede to the...

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Meet Ajay Rastogi: The former SC Judge overseeing the Karur stampede investigation

Meet Ajay Rastogi: The former SC Judge overseeing the Karur stampede investigation

New Delhi: In a significant development, the Supreme Court has ordered the transfer of the investigation into the tragic Karur stampede to the Central...

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SC reserves order on Vijay's TVK plea challenging SIT in Karur stampede case

SC reserves order on Vijay's TVK plea challenging SIT in Karur stampede case

New Delhi: The Supreme Court has  reserved its order on a petition filed by the Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) led by actor-politician Joseph Vijay...

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How to stay safe from electrical accidents in the rain; 10 crucial safety tips

How to stay safe from electrical accidents in the rain; 10 crucial safety tips

Chennai: The onset of the Northeast monsoon in Tamil Nadu brings crucial relief but also significant electrical risks. From fallen power lines to...

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Bomb threats target CM Stalin, actress Trisha, and BJP office in Chennai

Bomb threats target CM Stalin, actress Trisha, and BJP office in Chennai

Chennai: The city was gripped by a wave of security alerts on Friday as bomb squads and police forces conducted extensive searches at multiple...

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TN police arrest TVK, BJP members for defamatory social media posts on Karur stampede

TN police arrest TVK, BJP members for defamatory social media posts on Karur stampede

Chennai: The Tamil Nadu Police have arrested three individuals, including members from actor Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) and the BJP, for...

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Stampede at Actor Vijay's political rally in Tamil Nadu claims 39 lives, over 50 critical

Stampede at Actor Vijay's political rally in Tamil Nadu claims 39 lives, over 50 critical

Karur: A public rally of led by actor-politician Vijay’s newly formed party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), ended in tragedy today when a massive...

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What caused the stampede at Vijay's Karur rally? Timeline points to key errors explained

What caused the stampede at Vijay's Karur rally? Timeline points to key errors explained

Karur: The deadly stampede at actor-politician Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) rally in Karur district on Saturday evening claimed at least...

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Kulasekarapattinam dasara festival begins with grand flag hoisting ceremony

Thoothukudi: The famous Dasara festival at the Kulasekarapattinam Mutharamman Temple in Thoothukudi district commenced with great fervour yesterday,...

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Minor student stripped, beaten by peers in Tamil Nadu hostel; 4 booked under ragging Act

Madurai: A disturbing incident of severe ragging has emerged from a government hostel in Sekkanurani near Usilampatti, Madurai district, leading to...

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'Accept three-language policy or lose funds': Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan to Tamil Nadu

Chennai: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has explicitly declared that the Centre will withhold the Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) funds...

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Chennai launches India’s first all-in-one public transport ticketing App

Chennai: The city is on the verge of a public transportation revolution. Today, Chief Minister MK Stalin will launch ‘Chennai One,’ a pioneering...

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Massive protest in Chennai condemns Israeli actions in Gaza; calls for end to 'genocide'

Chennai: In a powerful display of solidarity, thousands of protesters flooded the streets of Chennai on Friday, voicing vehement opposition to the...

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2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections: BJP forms five key committees, Annamalai given prominent role

Chennai: In a strategic move to bolster its preparations for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has...

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Vijay pledges to topple DMK govt in Tamil Nadu using Annadurai's strategy

Chennai: On the occasion of the 117th birth anniversary of former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and Dravidian stalwart C.N. Annadurai, actor-politician...

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'AMMK will rejoin NDA only if EPS is replaced as CM candidate': TTV Dhinakaran

VIRUDHUNAGAR: In a significant development that threatens to destabilize the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) carefully crafted front for the upcoming...

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Tamil Nadu tops India in road accidents with over 1.2 lakh incidents in two years

CHENNAI: In a sobering revelation, recent central government statistics have confirmed Tamil Nadu as the state with the highest number of road...

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Vande Bharat sleeper train set for Diwali debut on Delhi-Patna route: Report

CHENNAI: After months of anticipation and a successful trial run, India’s first Vande Bharat Sleeper train is finally slated to enter commercial...

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AIADMK in turmoil as EPS ousts Sengottaiyan after unification ultimatum

Chennai: The All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) has been thrown into its worst internal crisis in years after party general secretary...

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Lunar Eclipse 2025: Skywatchers rejoice as rare 'blood moon' graces night sky in celestial spectacle

Chennai: In a breath-taking celestial event that captivated millions, a rare Total Lunar Eclipse, popularly known as a “Blood Moon,” was visible...

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Chennai reels under cloudburst, IMD forecasts more rains across Tamil Nadu

Chennai: The city of Chennai experienced severe disruption for the second consecutive night as intense rainfall, described by meteorologists as a...

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Tamil Nadu celebrates Ganesha Chaturthi with fervour and heightened security

Chennai: The Ganesha Chaturthi festival is being celebrated with great devotion and grandeur across Tamil Nadu today. Marking one of the most...

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Amit Shah Tamil Nadu visit: BJP holds key meet on election plan in Tirunelveli ahead of 2026 elections

Tirunelveli: Union Home Minister and senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Amit Shah is reaching Thoothukudi this afternoon, commencing a...

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Chennai corporation issues strict advisory for pet owners after fatal pitbull attack

Chennai: In the wake of a tragic incident where a man was mauled to death by a banned breed of dog, the Greater Chennai Corporation has issued a...

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Chennai sanitation workers' protest meets midnight police crackdown after HC order

Chennai, August 31: A tense standoff between Chennai’s sanitation workers and authorities culminated in a late-night police operation to clear...

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Tiruvallur minor girl sexual Assault: Police release suspect’s photo, seek public help

Chennai: The Tiruvallur district police are actively pursuing the suspect involved in the horrific sexual assault of a minor girl near Gummidipoondi,...

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Tamil Nadu school toilet cleaning controversy: Headmistress denies directing students after viral video sparks outrage

Pudukottai: A disturbing video showing young students cleaning toilets at a government primary school in Pudukkottai district has gone viral,...

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Tamil Nadu's first smart highway: IoT revolution comes to NH-32 (Tambaram-Tindivanam stretch)

Chennai: In a significant leap towards smart infrastructure, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) is preparing to launch Tamil Nadu’s...

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Tamil Nadu CM Stalin orders resignation of Madurai Corporation zonal heads amid corruption scandal

Madurai: In a major crackdown on alleged corruption within the Madurai Corporation, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has directed all zonal...

09.07.2025 10

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School van collides with train in Tamil Nadu's Cuddalore; 3 killed, 10 children injured

Cuddalore,Tamil Nadu: In a tragic accident, a speeding train collided with a school van at an unmanned railway crossing in Chemmanguppam near...

09.07.2025 10

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Mystery deepens in Sivaganga custodial death: Unanswered questions surround Nikita, Sivagami, and police brutality

Sivaganga, Tamil Nadu: The custodial death of 27-year-old Ajith Kumar, a temple guard from Madapuram in Sivaganga district, has triggered public...

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Shocking CCTV footage shows patient falling from moving ambulance in Tamil Nadu – Watch Video

Nilgiris: A shocking incident involving a private ambulance in Nilgiris district has raised serious concerns about patient safety and emergency...

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Power tariff hike cancelled! Tamil Nadu govt’s big announcement for households

Chennai: The Tamil Nadu government has categorically denied rumours about an impending electricity tariff hike, putting to rest widespread speculation...

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Kashmiri Doctor denied medical college seat over beard in Tamil Nadu, Students' union seeks CM Stalin's intervention

Coimbatore: Zubair Ahmad, a doctor from Jammu & Kashmir who cleared the highly competitive NEET-SS examination for nephrology specialization, faced...

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Armed gang sabotages signal at midnight, robs passengers at knifepoint in Mumbai-Chennai Express

Chennai: In a brazen act of criminal daring, an armed gang sabotaged railway signals and forced the Mumbai-Chennai Express to halt in a remote forest...

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After 13 attempts and 4 hours of pleading, health workers persuaded a reluctant Tamil Nadu tribal woman to get critical prenatal care

Erode: In an extraordinary display of dedication, a team of healthcare workers in Tamil Nadu’s remote Bargur Hills in Erode district persisted...

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Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner: A deep dive into the aircraft behind tragic crash in Ahmedabad

New Delhi: In a devastating turn of events, Air India flight AI171 – a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner – crashed moments after take-off from Ahmedabad’s...

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Minor school student gang-raped in Tamil Nadu after being drugged with spiked cold drink; 3 minors among 4 arrested

Kanchipuram: In a horrifying incident that has sent shockwaves across Tamil Nadu, an 11th-grade student was allegedly gang-raped by three minors and a...

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Chennai Rains: Thunderstorms lash city, IMD predicts heavy showers this week

Chennai: Summer rains have intensified across Tamil Nadu over the past few days, bringing relief from the scorching heat but also causing disruptions...

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COVID spike in Tamil Nadu: State records 106% rise in positive cases; Chennai worst affected | Details here |

Chennai: A fresh wave of COVID-19 infections has emerged across several Asian countries, with India reporting a significant spike in cases over the...

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Intense summer rains to continue in Tamil Nadu till May 21; Which districts will get heavy showers?

Chennai: Tamil Nadu is experiencing an unusually active period of summer convective rainfall, with weather experts predicting intensified showers...

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Rajinikanth decries youth’s neglect of Indian traditions, calls for cultural pride

Chennai: Veteran actor Rajinikanth expressed concern over the younger generation’s disconnect from India’s cultural heritage during an event in...

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'Historic judgment' Tamil Nadu CM Stalin hails Supreme Court verdict against Governor

Chennai: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Tuesday hailed the Supreme Court’s verdict in the state government’s case against Governor RN Ravi...

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Mastermind behind Chennai chain snatchings killed in Police encounter

Chennai: In a dramatic turn of events, Jaffer Gulam Usain Irani, the alleged mastermind behind a series of chain-snatching incidents across Chennai,...

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'Rise above politics', Dharmendra Pradhan to MK Stalin over NEP row

New Delhi: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has written to Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin, urging the state government to reconsider...

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Sweating already? Tamil Nadu's temperature set to soar even higher!

Chennai: The weather department has announced that Tamil Nadu is set to experience a rise in temperature over the next five days, with temperatures...

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Chennai Metro Rail update: Poonamallee-Porur service to start by 2025

Chennai: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has announced that the metro rail service between Poonamallee and Porur in Chennai will commence by the...

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Youths harass female passengers on Chennai MTC bus, abuse with free ticket remarks

Chennai: A disturbing incident occurred on a Tamil Nadu government bus heading towards Broadway in Chennai, where a group of youths allegedly harassed...

11.02.2025 10

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Actor Vijay slams DMK govt for not conducting caste-wise census in Tamil Nadu

Chennai: Tamil Nadu Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) leader Vijay has reiterated the need for a caste-wise census, emphasizing its importance in ensuring social...

07.02.2025 10

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Ed Sheeran Live in Chennai: Concert venue, timing, and traffic updates

Chennai: The city is gearing up to host global pop icon Ed Sheeran’s concert at the Nandanam YMCA grounds today, February 5, 2025. British musical...

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