Chennai

Heavy rains: TN govt deploys SDRF, NDRF teams for immediate response

The Tamil Nadu government has positioned six Ste Disaster Response Force (SDRF) teams and two National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) teams in Tiruchi, Dindigul, Chennai and Tirunelveli districts of the state after the Weather Department predicted heavy to very heavy rains in Delta districts.

Nov 26, 2024

MeT department advises TN fishermen to avoid deep sea fishing

The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) has issued an advisory for fishermen to refrain from deep-sea fishing between November 25 and November 28 due to a depression over the central parts of the southern Bay of Bengal.

Nov 24, 2024

Qatar Motorsports: Indian Emmanuel siblings win all three races in 300 SSP category, script history

Collegian Johann Emmanuel from Chennai scripted history by becoming the first Indian to win all three races in the 300 SSP category of the Qatar Superbike and Superstock Championship over the recent weekend at the iconic Lusail International Circuit in Doha, Qatar.

Nov 18, 2024

Tamil Nadu issues Yellow Alert for 16 districts, valid until Nov 15 [see affected areas]

The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) has issued a yellow alert from November 12 to November 15, warning of heavy to very heavy rainfall expected in Chennai and 15 other districts in Tamil Nadu.

Nov 12, 2024

Price hike on festive items hits Deepavali sales in Chennai

Despite a surge in footfall at shopping malls and discount shops for the festive season, shopkeepers report a decline in sales volume across various stores in Chennai.

Oct 28, 2024

IAF's Spectacular Airshow Captivates Chennai

The city of Chennai recently played host to a spectacular display of the Indian Air Force's (IAF) aerobatic prowess. The event, held on October 6, 2024, marked the first time the IAF conducted an airshow in South India, and the third time it has been held outside the national capital.

Oct 6, 2024

Actor Jiiva and wife meet with an accident in their luxury car in Tamil Nadu; details inside

There were reports of videos of Jiiva after the accident behaving angrily at the sightseers who had collected crash site videos after the accident. The video footage presented Jiiva shouting at the people who had gathered around him after the accident.

Sep 12, 2024

South India's Data Centre Market to Witness 65% Growth by 2030, Poised to Become Global Hub

South India's data centre market is projected to grow by 65% by 2030, driven by government incentives, infrastructure investments, and digital services demand. The installed data centre capacity in Chennai, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad is set to increase by 80% with ongoing and planned constructions.

Jul 12, 2024

Janhvi Kapoor turns host for Sridevi's Chennai home, says it was her 'prized possession'

The Gen-Z diva Janhvi Kapoor, who has turned a host for her childhood home in Chennai, owned by her mother, the late actress Sridevi, shared sweet memories of the residence, describing it as a special chapter in her mother's legacy.

May 2, 2024

"This is my hard earned money...": Nivetha Pethuraj responds to allegations of CM's son gifting her house

Tamil actress of Oru Naal Koothu fame, Nivetha Pethuraj addressed the issue on her X account, expressing her frustration with false reports. Nivetha further explained her background, emphasizing her integrity in the industry.

Mar 6, 2024

Cyclone Michaung: Air India temporarily suspends flights to and from Chennai airport

Amid the heavy downpour in Chennai triggered due to cyclone Michaung, Air India has suspended all flights to and from the city till 11 p.m. on Monday, a spokesperson from the flag carrier said on Monday.

Dec 4, 2023

Sonia to be centre of attraction in DMK women's conference today

Senior Congress leader Sonia Gandhi will be the centre of attraction at the DMK's women's conference slated to take place here on Saturday.

Oct 14, 2023

Sonia Gandhi, Priyanka to take part in DMK women's conference on Oct 14

Senior Congress leader and former AICC president Sonia Gandhi and her daughter and Congress Working Committee member, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra will attend a conference of the DMK women's wing to be held on October 14 at Chennai.

Sep 27, 2023

Shah Rukh Khan mouths "Bete ko haath lagane se pehle…" dialogue as Jawan lights up Burj Khalifa [Watch]

At the Dubai event, the actor arrived in the boat at the Burj Khalifa's lake and waved to the ocean of love in Dubai.

Sep 1, 2023

Heavy rain lashes Chennai, waterlogging in many parts

Heavy to very heavy rain in many parts of Chennai and its suburbs led to waterlogging in the city and in adjoining districts like Kancheepuram and Chengalpattu.

Aug 15, 2023

Fans pour milk on Rajinikanth's poster, perform dhol tasha outside theatres, Japanese couple travel to Chennai to watch Jailer

Superstar Rajinikanth returns to the big screen after two years with 'Jailer; fans burst crackers in Mumbai.

Aug 10, 2023

Chennai gets India's first 'Police Drone Unit'

The Greater Chennai Police on Thursday launched the 'Police Drone Unit', touted as the first such in the country, for aerial surveillance over the Tamil Nadu capital.

Jun 29, 2023

Japan's NTT to set up renewable energy plants in India, lands subsea cable in Chennai

Global data centre major NTT group while expanding in major Indian cities is also looking at tier two cities to build centres and is also setting up captive renewable power projects in India apart from buying from others, said a top official.

Jun 29, 2023

Complaint filed against actor Vijay for allegedly promoting drugs in Leo's first single Naa Ready

A social activist group RTI Selvam from JJ Nagar in Chennai has filed an online complaint against the film with Chennai Police Commissioner asking for action against Vijay under Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act. He has claimed that with the song, Vijay is encouraging drug abuse by glorifying it.

Jun 27, 2023

'Freedom' outlet vending products made by prisoners inaugurated in Chennai

A retail outlet vending various products made by jail inmates at a very affordable price was inaugurated by Tamil Nadu Minister for Law, Courts, Prisons and Correctional Services S. Reghupathy on Friday here.

Jun 23, 2023