Tamil Nadu

Karnataka says cannot release 4,000 cusecs Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu amid drought

Karnataka has sought a reduction to 3,000 cusecs, citing drinking water needs, crop requirements and low reservoir storage, and plans to seek legal advice on the CWRC directive.

13 hours ago

K'taka in crisis, difficult to release Cauvery water to TN: CM Shivakumar on CWRC order

Karnataka in crisis, to appeal against CWRC order on Cauvery water release to Tamil Nadu: CM Shivakumar

Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar said the state will challenge the Cauvery Water Regulation Committee's direction to release 4,000 cusecs of Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu for 15 days, citing a water crisis, declining reservoir inflows and reduced rainfall.

1 day ago

Onion Prices Jump Up To 40% In A Week, Check Latest Rates In Major Cities

TN govt plans to sell onions at subsidised rates through ration shops

The state has sought 70,000 kg of onions from NAFED, with the stock expected to be sold at Rs 30-40 per kg, offering consumers savings of up to Rs 30 per kg. The first consignment will help assess demand before further supplies are procured.

26 days ago

CM Vijay hints at corruption disclosures of previous govt as TVK prepares for 7 bypolls

TVK currently has 107 MLAs, 11 short of a majority, making the seven seats crucial for the government's stability. Vijay said relevant files containing documentary evidence were on his table and would be opened "at the appropriate time", suggesting the disclosures could become a key part of the bypoll campaign.

Aug 23, 2026

Congress, BJP workers clash during NEET protest in Ranchi; eggs, tomatoes hurled

Anti-NEET protests continue across Chennai despite Assembly resolution

A separate daily sit-in in Egmore, organised by the OG Tamizha collective, has continued for 24 days, with students, educationists and activists calling for the complete abolition of NEET. Protesters have also urged Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar to approve the Assembly resolution

Aug 16, 2026

'Our Water, Our Right': Karnataka Bandh Over 12,000-Cusec Cauvery Release Sparks Fierce Protests In Mandya, Bengaluru Remains Unaffected

Karnataka's bandh over the release of 12,000 cusecs of Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu evoked a mixed response. Mandya witnessed intense farmer and pro-Kannada protests, while Bengaluru, Mysuru, Hassan and Ballari largely remained unaffected.

Aug 13, 2026

'Karnataka has enough water': TN moves Supreme Court seeking full Cauvery share

The Karnataka Cabinet expansion has sparked fresh dissent within the Congress, with several MLAs protesting after being denied ministerial berths despite Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar's appeal for patience.

Aug 3, 2026

K'taka all-party meet on Cauvery dispute underway; CM Shivakumar seeks united stand

Stressing that drinking water remains the top priority, Shivakumar appealed for political unity and urged protesters to withdraw their agitation, saying water must be released once the Kabini reservoir reaches full capacity.

Aug 2, 2026

Karnataka CM Shivakumar warns of a potentially severe drought this year

Cauvery water row: Karnataka CM D.K. Shivakumar asks his Tamil Nadu counterpart Vijay to defer his visit to Bengaluru

Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has appealed to his Tamil Nadu counterpart C. Joseph Vijay to postpone his visit to the State in view of the recent order by Cauvery Water Management Authority (CWMA) regarding the river's water regulation and the prevailing situation.

Aug 1, 2026

Ready to talk to TN Chief Minister on Cauvery dispute, says K'taka CM Shivakumar

Karnataka govt says no ban on religious attire for police exam; Cauvery decision after all-party meeting

Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar said Karnataka has not yet released Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu and that any decision will be taken after consultations with legal experts and an all-party meeting. He also reaffirmed the government's commitment to continuing Bengaluru's anti-encroachment drive

Aug 1, 2026

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay's Jana Nayagan To Release Uncut In UK On July 24, Distributor Shares Update

Vijay's Jana Nayagan screenings halted in Karnataka amid Cauvery row; state to decide on water release after August 2 all-party meeting

As protests intensified following the Cauvery Water Management Authority's (CWMA) direction to release water to Tamil Nadu, theatres cancelled shows as a precautionary measure, while pro-Kannada groups caused ruckus in some theatres in Mandya.

Jul 31, 2026

NEET Paper Leak Row: Vijay's TVK Demands Complete Abolition of NEET Amid Nationwide Protests

Amid student protests over NEET in Delhi, the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam said its "uncompromising and firm stand" was that the national-level entrance test for medical aspirants should be abolished.

Jul 22, 2026

Migrant worker killed, 4 injured in boiler explosion in TN's Gummidipoondi steel plant

Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the explosion, including possible technical faults or safety violations. The incident has once again raised concerns over industrial safety in the district following a recent ammonia gas leak tragedy.

Jul 14, 2026

Fake 'A' Certificate for Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' Goes Viral; Makers Yet to Receive CBFC Clearance

Supreme Court stays Madras HC's cow slaughter ban order in win for Vijay's Tamil Nadu government

The Supreme Court on Monday stayed a Madras High Court order that imposed a state-wide ban on the slaughter of cows and calves in Tamil Nadu after chief minister Vijay's TVK government approached the top court.

Jul 13, 2026

area covered under the sowing of the Rabi crop in the ongoing season has gone up to 428.28 hectares

Drought deepens in TN's Namakkal as dry lakes leave farmers staring at crop losses

With groundwater levels also declining, concerns have extended to drinking water availability. Farmers and local organisations have urged the Tamil Nadu government to provide immediate relief, financial assistance and emergency irrigation support to protect livelihoods.

Jul 12, 2026

Onion Prices Jump in Chennai as heavy rains in Maharashtra Disrupt Supply

Daily arrivals at the Koyambedu Wholesale Market have fallen from 60-65 truckloads to around 30-35, pushing wholesale prices up by about Rs 10 per kg to Rs 30-35 per kg. Traders have warned that prices could rise to Rs 50-60 per kg if supplies do not improve, while tomato and most other vegetable prices remain stable.

Jul 11, 2026

'Cops Could Have Stopped Me': CM Vijay Blames Police And DMK For Tragedy In First Karur Visit After Stamped

'Cops Could Have Stopped Me': CM Vijay Blames Police, DMK During First Karur Visit After Stampede; Hands Job Orders to Victims' Kin

He also announced that TVK would build a memorial for the victims, reiterated his government's welfare promises, and urged voters to reject the DMK in the upcoming Karur Assembly by-election. The stampede is currently under investigation by the CBI.

Jul 10, 2026

Jr NTR, Trivikram's Upcoming Film Faces Ban Threat In Tamil Nadu Over 'Murugan' Depiction

Seeman warned the film's team against portraying Lord Murugan as having been born in northern India. He also alleged that communities that "lack distinct identities, cultural elements, worship methods and divine traditions" had historically appropriated Tamil deities

Jul 6, 2026

Tamil Nadu moves SC against Madras HC's statewide cow slaughter ban order

The state argued that the Tamil Nadu Animal Preservation Act, 1958, regulates cattle slaughter under specific conditions and does not impose a blanket ban. It also contended that the High Court went beyond the scope of the original PIL, which sought to ensure slaughter took place only in designated slaughterhouses.

Jul 1, 2026

Indian Coast Guard rescues flood-hit cargo vessel off Tamil Nadu coast, escorts it safely to Tuticorin

The vessel was safely advised to proceed to Tuticorin Port for permanent repairs, while the Coast Guard continued coordinating with the ship's master, salvage company and port authorities to ensure the safety of the crew, vessel and the marine environment.

Jun 29, 2026

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