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"Till end, he was committed to farmers' welfare...," says MS Swaminathan's daughter

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 28, 2023 3:13:41 PM IST

Agricultural scientist MS Swaminathan who passed away on Thursday in Chennai was till the very end committed to the welfare of farmers and to the upliftment of the poorest in society, according to his daughter Soumya Swaminathan. ... read..

MS Swaminathan, father of Indias Green Revolution, passes away

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 28, 2023 2:15:50 PM IST

Renowned Agricultural scientist and the driving force behind India's Green Revolution MS Swaminathan, passed away on Thursday, at the age of 98. ... read..

"Will always cherish conversations with him": PM Modi condoles death of MS Swaminathan

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 28, 2023 2:15:04 PM IST

India has lost a visionary leader in the field of agriculture, as MS Swaminathan, renowned for his pioneering role in India's "Green Revolution," passed away in Chennai on September 28, at the age of 98. ... read..

BJP MP Lehar Singh urges Karnataka, Tamil Nadu to resolve Cauvery issue through dialogue

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 28, 2023 11:18:44 AM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Lehar Singh Siroya on Wednesday urged the governments of Tamil Nadu and Karnataka to meet and steer the discussion on the ongoing Cauvery water-sharing dispute. ... read..

VHP delegation calls on TN Governor RN Ravi, expresses concern on Sanatana Dharma row

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 28, 2023 6:17:44 AM IST

A delegation of Vishwa Hindu Parishad called on Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi at Rajbhawan in Chennai, an official statement said. ... read..

"Bharat is product of Sanatan Dharma": Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi takes veiled dig at Udhayanidhi Stalin

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 27, 2023 10:44:28 PM IST

Even as the fury over DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin's rant against Sanatan Dharma is yet to die down, Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi on Wednesday said the successful hosting of the G20 Summit by India, under the theme "Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam" (One Earth, One ... read..

Dengue cases under control, says Tamil Nadu Health Minister Ma Subramanian

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 27, 2023 9:49:10 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Health Minister Ma Subramanian said on Wednesday that dengue cases are under control in the state. ... read..

Madras HC issues notice to state on Tamil Nadu BJP Secys plea to quash FIR against him

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 27, 2023 3:44:43 PM IST

The Madurai bench of Madras High Court has issued a notice to the State of Tamil Nadu on a petition filed by Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) state secretary SG Suryah seeking to quash the FIR against him over his tweet critical of Madurai MP and CPI Councill ... read..

Cauvery Row: Congress MP Manickam Tagore condemns mock funerals of Siddaramaiah, Stalin held by activists and farmers

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 27, 2023 12:49:25 PM IST

Congress leader and MP Manickam Tagore on Wednesday condemned farmers and activists for conducting mock funerals of chief ministers of Tamil Nadu and Karnataka over the ongoing dispute of Cauvery water. ... read..

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman addresses Rozgar Mela in Chennai

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 26, 2023 12:44:27 PM IST

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman attended the Rozgar Mela program held at a private hotel in Chennai, where she distributed appointment letters to newly appointed individuals. ... read..

AIADMK ends ties with BJP after tumultuous relations

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 25, 2023 6:48:08 PM IST

The All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) passed a unanimous resolution breaking all ties with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) from Monday. ... read..

Parts of Tamil Nadu, Puducherry to see rains over next seven days

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 25, 2023 4:45:00 PM IST

Parts of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry are likely to witness rainfall over the next seven-odd days as cyclonic circulation is lying over North Coastal Tamil Nadu and neighbourhood. ... read..

Hope we can save Kuruvai crop: TN Water Resources Minister Durai Murugan

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 25, 2023 3:44:28 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Water Resources Minister Durai Murugan reacting to the ongoing protests in Karnataka on the Cauvery Water issue said on Monday that he does not want to comment on the happenings of the other state but he hopes that now that the water is coming ... read..

Flagged off by PM Modi, Vande Bharat Express from Tirunelveli reaches Chennai

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 25, 2023 6:43:49 AM IST

The Tirunelveli-Chennai Vande Bharat Express train, which was flagged off by Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually, reached Chennai Railway Station on Sunday. ... read..

AIADMK general secy Palaniswami to chair key meet in Chennai tomorrow

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 24, 2023 3:46:47 PM IST

AIADMK party leadership has called a meeting with its secretaries, district secretaries, parliament members and assembly members on September 25 at party headquarters in Tamil Nadu's Chennai, a party statement said on Sunday. ... read..

To learn Tamil is my life ambition: Governor Ravi says other languages dont have vocabulary for translating Tamil literature

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 24, 2023 11:47:13 AM IST

Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi says he has fallen intensely in love with Thirukural and it has now become his life mission to learn the Tamil language and take it to other parts of the country. ... read..

No notice received from SC for Sanatan Dharma remarks: DMKs Udhayanidhi Stalin

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 23, 2023 9:46:31 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Minister and DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin on Saturday said that he has not received any notice from the Supreme Court asking for his explanation for his Sanatan Dharma remarks which triggered a political storm in the country. ... read..

Chennaiyin FCs squad for ISL is a good mix, says head coach

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 23, 2023 9:46:29 PM IST

Chennaiyin FC on Saturday announced their squad for the 2023-24 Indian Super League season and the 29-member squad features a blend of experienced players and young talents, a release said. ... read..

Tamil Nadu Sports Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin inaugurates football ground

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 23, 2023 8:46:38 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Minister of Youth Welfare and Sports Development Udhayanidhi Stalin on Saturday inaugurated a newly constructed gym and football ground by Chennai Metropolitan Corporation at K P Park area in Pulianthope. ... read..

Karnataka does not own Cauvery: DMK leader TKS Elangovan

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 23, 2023 3:46:46 PM IST

Amid the Cauvery water sharing row with Karnataka, Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) leader TKS Elangovan on Saturday said, Karnataka does not own Cauvery. ... read..

Party to decide on alliance with Kamal Haasan's party: Udhayanidhi

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 23, 2023 3:46:38 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Sports Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin on Saturday said the DMK party leaders will decide at the time of the elections whether the party will form an alliance with actor and Makkal Needhi Maiam (MNM) chief Kamal Haasan. ... read..

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin accuses BJP of corruption, calls for unity ahead of 2024 Lok Sabha polls

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 23, 2023 10:43:32 AM IST

Launching a scathing attack against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Bharatiya-Janata Party (BJP)-led union government, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Saturday raised corruption allegations quoting the report by Comptroller and Auditor General ... read..

"Dengue under control in Tamil Nadu": TN Health Minister Ma Subramanian

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 22, 2023 10:45:53 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Health Minister Ma Subramanian on Friday said that Dengue is under control in the state. ... read..

Vijay Antony breaks silence on his daughter's death, says "I have died along with her"

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 22, 2023 3:46:45 PM IST

A few days after Vijay Antony's daughter Meera Antony allegedly died by suicide, the Tamil actor issued an emotional statement on social media. ... read..

Let Centre explain Sanatan Dharma: DMK leader after SC issues notice to Udhayanidhi Stalin

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 22, 2023 3:46:43 PM IST

Let the central government explain what is Sanatan Dharma, said Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) leader TKS Elangovan on Friday after the Supreme Court issued notice to Tamil Nadu government and DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin for his remarks. ... read..

Ryan Edwards is Chennaiyin FCs final foreign acquisition ahead of ISL season

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 21, 2023 12:15:36 AM IST

Chennaiyin FC on Wednesday announced defender Ryan Edwards as their final foreign signing ahead of the latest edition of the Indian Super League season. ... read..

Tamil Nadu: Chennai court denies bail to jailed TN Minister Senthil Balaji

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 20, 2023 6:16:24 PM IST

The Chennai Court on Wednesday denied bail to jailed Tamil Nadu minister V Senthil Balaji who was arrested in a Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) case. ... read..

Delimitation: Swinging sword aimed at South Indian states, says MK Stalin

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 20, 2023 3:14:48 PM IST

DMK President and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin said in a press release that 'delimitation' is a swinging sword aimed at the heads of South Indian states. ... read..

TN: Food safety officers raid shawarma shops in Madurai after girl dies from food poisoning

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 20, 2023 12:15:10 PM IST

A team of food safety officers conducted raids at various shawarma shops in the Madurai district following the death of a girl allegedly after eating chicken shawarma ... read..

If Sanatana is destroyed, untouchability will also be destroyed, Udhayanidhi Stalin

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 20, 2023 12:15:03 PM IST

Amid a simmering controversy over his remarks against Sanatana Dharma, DMK leader and Tamil Nadu minister Udhayanidhi Stalin has once again justified his call stating that eliminating Sanatana will also lead to destroying untouchability. ... read..

IT raids locations linked to contractors, suppliers of Tamil Nadu Electricity Board

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 20, 2023 12:14:48 PM IST

IT raids across various locations in Tamil Nadu related to contractors and suppliers of the Tamil Nadu Electricity Board (TNEB) in relation to providing equipment, according to sources. ... read..

Kamal Haasan lauds new Women Reservation Bill, calls it landmark day in history

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 20, 2023 11:15:29 AM IST

A landmark day in the history of our Republic, said actor and Makkal Needhi Maiam (MNM) chief Kamal Haasan applauding the new Women Reservation Bill tabled in Parliament on Tuesday. ... read..

IT raids locations linked to contractors, suppliers of Tamil Nadu Electricity Board: Sources

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 20, 2023 11:15:22 AM IST

The Income Tax Department is conducting raids in Chennai at several places related to contractors and suppliers of Tamil Nadu Electricity Board (TNEB) and Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Corporation (TANGEDO), sources told ANI. ... read..

"Seems they wont implement it: Udhayanidhi questions Centres intent behind womens reservation Bill

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 20, 2023 6:14:01 AM IST

While the controversy around his statement on Sanatan Dharma is yet to die down, DMK leader and Tamil Nadu minister Udhayanidhi Stalin on Tuesday said he had doubts if the Centre was willing to implement the women's reservation Bill once it becomes law as ... read..

Dravidian movement launched with vision to create society founded on social justice: TN CM Stalin

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 20, 2023 5:15:14 AM IST

While the dust is yet to settle on the Sanatan storm kicked up by his son Udhayanidhi Stalin, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Tuesday said the Dravidian movement in the state was launched with the vision of a society founded on social justice and e ... read..

IMD forecasts heavy rain in some districts of Tamil Nadu today

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 19, 2023 8:44:35 PM IST

The southwest monsoon has been active over Tamil Nadu, with rainfall occurring at most places over South and North Tamil Nadu over many places, and light rain occurring over Puducherry, said the India Meteorological Department. ... read..

Phenomenon Beyond Cinema: Jay Shah presents World Cup golden ticket to megastar Rajinikanth

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 19, 2023 6:44:54 PM IST

The Board of Cricket Council of India (BCCI) Secretary Jay Shah on Tuesday handed a golden ticket to megastar Rajinikanth for the upcoming ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023. ... read..

Tamil film actor Vijay Antony's teenage daughter dies by suicide

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 19, 2023 4:44:09 PM IST

Tamil film actor Vijay Antony's teenage daughter, Meera Antony allegedly committed suicide in her TTK Salai home in Chennai Alwarpet on Tuesday. ... read..

MDMK chief Vaiko condemns Naidu's arrest, calls it YSRCP's "vindictive politics"

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 19, 2023 3:44:40 PM IST

Expressing strong condemnation over the arrest of former Andhra Pradesh chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu, Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (MDMK) general secretary Vaiko said Naidu's arrest was an act of political vendetta. ... read..

Chennaiyin FC sign Lazar Cirkovic to bolster defence

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 19, 2023 2:45:07 PM IST

Chennaiyin FC announced the signing of Lazar Cirkovic ahead of the 2023-24 Indian Super League (ISL) season. ... read..

"...That's we are saying we have to eliminate Sanatana," Udhayanidhi Stalin on Tamil Nadu Governor

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 18, 2023 10:45:20 PM IST

Reacting to Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi's statement on social discrimination, Tamil Nadu Minister Udhayanidhi Stalinsaid that we are also saying what the Governor has said, which is why we are saying we have to eliminate Sanatana. ... read..

AIADMK's D Jayakumar blames Annamalai for his party's worsening relationship with BJP

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 18, 2023 7:45:55 PM IST

AIADMK senior leader and former Tamil Nadu minister D Jayakumar on Monday took a dig at BJP state president Annamalai saying he is unfit to be holding his current post. He also alleged that while the BJPs rank and file want to remain in an alliance with ... read..

BJP is not in alliance with AIADMK, says AIADMK leader D Jayakumar

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 18, 2023 4:46:46 PM IST

All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) leader D Jayakumar said on Monday that alliance with Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will be decided during the elections, but there is no alliance with BJP as of now. ... read..

"RN Ravi failed to act ": DMK hits out at Tamil Nadu Governor

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 18, 2023 2:44:49 PM IST

Reacting to Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi's statement on social discrimination, DMK leader TKS Elangovan said that he has failed to act as a Governor. ... read..

Banks must not deduct money from women's monthly aid scheme: TN Finance Minister Thangam Thennarasu

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 17, 2023 9:15:24 PM IST

After the inauguration of Monthly Aid Scheme for 1.065 crore women on the birth anniversary of former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu and DMK Founder, CN Annadurai, the state's Finance Minister, Thangam Thennarasu, issued a statement addressing concerns rela ... read..

Tamil Nadu politician VK Sasikalapays tribute to Periyar on his birth anniversary

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 17, 2023 9:15:07 PM IST

Former All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) leader and close aide of J Jayalalithaa, VK Sasikala on Sunday paid tribute to Periyar on his birth anniversary at her T Nagar residence in Tamil Nadu. ... read..

Tamil Nadu celebrates 145th birthday of Thanthai Periyar, champion of social justice

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 17, 2023 7:16:13 PM IST

On the occasion of the 145th birthday of Thanthai Periyar, the visionary leader who spearheaded the Dravidian Movement, Tamil Nadu and its people come together to celebrate the legacy of the man who broke the age-old chains of societal oppression and cham ... read..

Madras HC: Cant prevent sale of Plaster of Paris Ganesh idols

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 17, 2023 2:15:05 PM IST

The Madurai Bench of Madras High Court has directed the administration not to prevent the sale of Plaster of Paris Ganesha idols based on revised guidelines issued by the Central Pollution Control Board. ... read..

Desperate to win 2024 Lok Sabha polls: Annamalai hits out at INDIA bloc, DMK

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 17, 2023 12:15:20 AM IST

In a scathing attack against the Oppositions INDIA coalition and the DMK party, Tamil Nadu Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president, K Annamalai, on Saturday said that they are desperate to win the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. ... read..

Special session of Parliament "diversion tactic" of BJP, says Tamil Nadu CM

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 17, 2023 12:15:07 AM IST

Calling the special session of Parliament scheduled from September 18 as a "diversion tactic" of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin said that it was time to prioritise critical issues like the Comptroller and Auditor Gen ... read..

Sanatana Dharma is set of 'eternal duties'free speech cannot be hate speech: Madras High Court judge

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 16, 2023 4:16:26 PM IST

Amid the debate and political row over DMK minister Udhayanidhi Stalin's comments, the Madras High Court has said that Sanatana Dharma is a set of 'eternal duties' which can be gathered from multiple sources relating to Hinduism or those practising the Hi ... read..

Everything is ready for World Cup, it will be great experience: TNCA president Ashok Sigamani

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 16, 2023 2:16:13 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Cricket Association (TNCA) president Ashok Sigamani has said that the association is prepared to host the matches of the upcoming ICC Cricket World Cup which commences on October 5 and it will be a great experience for all those coming to the s ... read..

ED raids 34 locations across Tamil Nadu in illegal sand mining case

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 16, 2023 4:14:51 AM IST

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted extensive searches at 34 locations, which included eight sand mining yards, across six districts of Tamil Nadu on September 12 in an illegal sand mining case, said the agencyon Friday. ... read..

"Religion should be based on principles of freedom," DMK leader Durai Vaiko

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 15, 2023 11:45:19 PM IST

Amid a row over Tamil Nadu minister Udhayanidhi Stalin's remarks, Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) leader Durai Vaiko on Friday stressed on the necessity of religion but suggested that it should be based on the principles of freedom and equality. ... read..

Tamil Nadu: Beneficiaries laud Kalaignar Womens Rights fund scheme launched by CM Stalin

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 15, 2023 4:46:10 PM IST

Beneficiaries of the 'Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thogai Thittam' scheme (Kalaignar Women's rights fund scheme) launched in Tamil Nadu on Friday have expressed their gratitude to chief minister M K Stalin and stated that the scheme will help them become self ... read..

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin launches Kalaignar Women's Rights Fund Scheme in Kanchipuram

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 15, 2023 1:44:22 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Friday launched the 'Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thogai Thittam' scheme (Kalaignar Women's rights fund scheme) at Kanchipuram Pachayappa College. ... read..

Tamil Nadu: CM Stalin to launch mega income scheme for women today

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 15, 2023 10:48:13 AM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin will on Friday launch the 'Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thogai Thittam' scheme for women. ... read..

"Totally absurd...," Udhayanidhi Stalin slams Amit Shah over 'Hindi is the uniting force of India' remark

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 14, 2023 7:45:35 PM IST

Days after sparking controversy with his remark on Sanatana Dharma, Tamil Nadu Minister and DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin slammed Union Home Minister Amit Shah's comment on "Hindi being a uniting force in India," and said that Home Minister should stop o ... read..

Tamil Nadu: CM Stalin writes to EAM, urges steps to secure release of fishermen detained by Lankan navy

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 14, 2023 4:45:12 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Thursday wrote to External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar urging him to initiate diplomatic efforts with the Sri Lanka government to secure the release of 17 fishermen detained by the Lankan Navy. ... read..

Tamil Nadu: Former VHP leader arrested for his controversial remarks on BR Ambedkar, Dalits

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 14, 2023 1:44:11 PM IST

Former VHP leader RBVS Maniyan was arrested by Police from his Chennai residence for his alleged controversial remarks on BR Ambedkar and Dalits, an official said. ... read..

"Expert in diverting real issues": TN CM Stalin slams BJP on 'Sanatan Dharma' remark row

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 14, 2023 4:45:32 AM IST

Hitting out at Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for creating an issue out of the 'Sanatan Dharma' remark by Tamil Nadu Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin, Chief Minister and DMK leader MK Stalin termed the party as "expert in diverting real issues". ... read..

"Karnataka does not have authority to deny water to Tamil Nadu": DMK

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 13, 2023 7:45:30 PM IST

While an all-party meeting was underway over the Cauvery water dispute in Karnataka, DMK spokesperson TKS Elangovan on Wednesday said that the neighbouring state does not have any authority to deny water to Tamil Nadu. ... read..

Disproportionate assets case filed against AIADMK MLA; raids in TN at premises linked to him

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 13, 2023 12:45:42 PM IST

The Tamil Nadu vigilance department has filed a case against former AIADMK MLA B Sathyanarayanan for alleged possession of assets disproportionate to known sources of income. ... read..

AR Rahman concert row: Annamalai claims women sexually harassed, questions govts inaction

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 12, 2023 9:45:29 PM IST

Amid the row over the alleged mismanagement during celebrated music composer AR Rahman's concert in Chennai a few days ago, the BJP's Tamil Nadu chief K Annamalai on Tuesday alleged that some women in the crowd were sexually harassed, adding that the DMK ... read..

"Hinduism is a menace...": DMK leaders clip shared by Annamalai fans Sanatan fire

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 12, 2023 8:43:40 PM IST

Amid the persistent war of words and political outcry over Tamil Nadu Udhayanidhi Stalin's rant against Sanatan Dharma, equating it with malaria, dengue and corona, the BJP state president K Annamalai on Tuesday shared a video clip of DMK MP A Raja in whi ... read..

Amid 'Sanatan Dharma' row, Tamil Nadu Minister Sekar Babu distributes priest certificates

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 12, 2023 6:44:04 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Minister Sekar Babu on Tuesday distributed certificates to 94 Archagar and four Oodhuvar students for completing Archagar and Oodhuvar training schools. ... read..

"Edappadi Palaniswami also opposed One Nation One Election...": MK Stalin

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 11, 2023 5:44:58 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Monday launched an attack on former Chief Minister Edappadi Palaniswami and said during his tenure he also opposed the "One Nation One Election". ... read..

Tamil Nadu: BJP protest Against Minister Sekar Babus participation in Anti Sanatan Conference

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 11, 2023 1:44:10 PM IST

Police were deployed at the Tamil Nadu Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowment (HR&CE) Office at Chennai ahead of the BJP siege announcement across Tamil Nadu condemning HR&CE Minister Sekar Babu for participating in the Anti Sanatan conference ... read..

Sanatan row: BJP to hold protest seeking dismissal of DMK minister PK Sekar Babu

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 10, 2023 9:44:46 PM IST

Amid the persisting sound and fury over Tamil Nadu minister Udhayanidhi Stalin's rank against 'Sanatan Dharma', the BJP's state unit said it will hold a protest in Chennai on Monday, demanding the dismissal of another minister, PK Sekar Babu in connection ... read..

CM Stalin's participation in G20 event is "a proud moment for Tamil Nadu": State Health Minister

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 10, 2023 8:44:45 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Health Minister Ma. Subramanian on Sunday called Chief Minister M K Stalin's participation in the G20 dinner hosted by President Droupadi Murmu and his interaction with the various heads of state a proud moment for Tamil Nadu. ... read..

A journey of grit, determination, Manipur village girl now officer in Indian Army

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 9, 2023 6:15:33 PM IST

Hailing from a small village in Manipur, Senior Under Officer Ch Enoni passed out from Officers Training Academy (OTA) Chennai and joined the Indian Army as an officer on Saturday. ... read..

197 cadets, including 36 women cadets pass out from Officers Training Academy, Chennai

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 9, 2023 5:14:01 PM IST

A spectacular military parade on the Parmeshwaran Drill Square at Officers Training Academy (OTA) in Chennai marked the commissioning of several gentlemen and lady cadets into the Indian Army on Saturday. ... read..

Our diversity, secularism, social justice in danger: CM Stalin accuses PM Modi of acting against Constitution

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 8, 2023 11:15:04 PM IST

Amid the firestorm of protest over his son Udhayanidhi Stalin's rant against Sanatan Dharma, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Friday launched a scathing attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi saying his actions were in violation of theConstitution. ... read..

'Jailer' actor G Marimuthu passes away due to cardiac arrest

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 8, 2023 3:17:18 PM IST

Renowned director-actor G Marimuthu passed away on Friday due to cardiac arrest at a private hospital in Chennai. ... read..

Chennai: Multi Activity Display marks culmination of training at OTA

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 8, 2023 2:14:17 PM IST

A combined display of training proficiency was organised at Officers Training Academy, Chennai on Friday as a prelude to the Passing Out Parade of Gentlemen and Women Cadets. Lieutenant General Sanjeev Chauhan, AVSM, YSM, Commandant, Officers Training Aca ... read..

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