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Rajinikanth turns 73: Fans gather outside Thalaiva's home to celebrate his birthday

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 12, 2023 11:51:33 AM IST

As superstar Rajinikanth turned a year older on Tuesday, fans gathered outside his residence in Chennai to celebrate his birthday. ... read..

Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board issues directions to Chennai Petroleum Corporation Limited (CPCL) on Ennore Creek oil spillage

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 12, 2023 4:50:58 AM IST

The Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board issued certain directions to Chennai Petroleum Corporation Limited (CPCL) to identify hotspots in Buckingham Canal, Ennore Creek and adjoining areas where the oil deposits or oil slicks are stagnated and take necessa ... read..

Tamil Nadu BJP Chief Annamalai slams DMK government after a baby's body handed over in cardboard box

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 11, 2023 12:50:35 PM IST

Tamil Nadu BJP state president K. Annamalai slammed the DMK government for the deterioration of medical infrastructure under its rule in the state. ... read..

DMDK founder, actor Vijayakanth gets discharged from hospital

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 11, 2023 11:49:33 AM IST

Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK) founder and actor Vijayakanth has been discharged from the hospital after being fully recovered. ... read..

Tamil Nadu: Annamalai demands a raise in relief funds, says DMK should "learn from Modi govt"

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 11, 2023 6:49:39 AM IST

Tamil Nadu BJP state President K Annamalai has demanded to raise the relief funds given by the state government to the affected individuals, adding, "DMK should learn from the Modi government." ... read..

Coast Guard stalls effect of oil spill in aftermath of cyclone Michaung

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 11, 2023 12:20:05 AM IST

The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) worked with the civil administration to ensure no loss of life or property at sea during cyclone Michaung. ... read..

Annamalai urges Jaishankar to intervene in arrest of 12 Tamil fishermen by Sri Lankan navy

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 10, 2023 11:20:07 PM IST

Tamil Nadu BJP President Annamalai on Sunday wrote a letter to the External Affairs Minister, Dr S Jaishankar, highlighting the recent incident involving the arrest of 12 Tamil fishermen from Nagapattinam by the Sri Lankan navy. ... read..

TN: AIADMK's Palaniswami demands to double "Michaung" relief package to Rs 12,000

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 10, 2023 6:20:00 PM IST

All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) General Secretary Edappadi Palaniswami on Sunday demanded to double "Michaung" aid relief package to Rs 12,000 to all families from the Tamil Nadu government. ... read..

Tamil Nadu govt organises 16,516 special medical camps, treats 7.83 lakh people: Health Minister Ma Subramanian

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 10, 2023 5:19:42 PM IST

In an effort to combat the spread of monsoon-related illnesses, Tamil Nadu government organised 16,516 special medical camps and treated 7.83 lakh people. ... read..

"Our main focus is to clear solid waste first...": Tamil Nadu govt Chief Secretary after review meeting on cyclone Michaung

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 10, 2023 6:19:55 AM IST

A detailed review meeting was held on Saturday with all the 15 zones in Chennai City to examine solid waste management, sanitation, and public health after the havoc caused by cyclone Michaung-induced floods in Chennai, Tiruvallur and Kanchipuram district ... read..

TN govt should probe why it took 4 days for flood water to recede: MoS Rajeev Chandrasekhar in aftermath of Cyclone Michaung

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 9, 2023 9:50:22 PM IST

Expressing that the primary objective of the central government is to assist the state counterpart in ensuring the safety of the people of Tamil Nadu in the aftermath of Cyclone Michaung, Union Minister Rajeev Chandrashekhar on Saturday asked the state go ... read..

PM Modi concerned about people, city of Chennai.: Rajeev Chandrasekhar on disaster caused by cyclone Michaung

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 9, 2023 8:49:31 PM IST

Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar on Saturday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is concerned about the people and city of Chennai adding that PM Modi will give all possible help to the people of Chennai to recover from damage and loss caused by cyc ... read..

Cyclone Michaung: Tamil Nadu CM Stalin holds review meeting on restoration works

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 9, 2023 7:49:47 PM IST

Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin held a review meeting with the Chief Secretary and various department secretaries on the current situation and restoration works being done after the cyclone Michaung-induced floods in Chennai, Tiruvallur and Kanchipuram districts. ... read..

Tamil Nadu: Fire breaks at soap powder godown in Chennai; goods worth Rs 100 crore damaged

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 9, 2023 11:50:29 AM IST

A fire broke out at a soap powder godown in the Vayakadu area of Manali, North Chennai, said officials. ... read..

People in Chennai face shortage of basic necessities in aftermath of Cyclone Michaung

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 8, 2023 2:51:08 PM IST

Amid days of waterlogging in the state, the patience of the people of Chennai has broken as many residents of different areas complain of shortage of even drinking water and lack of cleanliness. ... read..

Tamil Nadu IAS Officers' Association contributes a day's salary of staffers to cyclone relief

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 8, 2023 6:49:51 AM IST

The Tamil Nadu IAS Officers' Association has stepped forward to bolster relief efforts in Chennai after Cyclone Michaung wreaked havoc across the state capital. ... read..

"Climate change is real": Ravichandran Ashwin wades into Chennai's flooding woes

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 8, 2023 1:50:48 AM IST

Indian spinning ace Ravichandran Ashwin on Thursday waded into the ongoing flood situation in his native Chennai and also shared a video clip carrying a message on climate change on his social media handle. ... read..

"9,000 officials from other districts deployed for relief work in Chennai": TN chief secretary

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 7, 2023 10:22:00 PM IST

Briefing about the restoration work that is underway in Chennai after cyclone Michaung hit the city, Tamil Nadu chief secretary Shiv Das Meena on Thursday said that 9,000 officials from other districts are deployed for the relief work. ... read..

Cyclone Michaun relief: TN to get second instalment of Rs 450 cr, says Rajnath Singh

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 7, 2023 9:21:25 PM IST

Amid a flood-like situation in Tamil Nadu's Chennai due to heavy rainfall caused due to Cyclone Michaung, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday assured all possible help from the Central Government, adding that the first instalment of the Central sha ... read..

TN: Lake Puzhal fence wall weakens due to cyclone Michaung

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 7, 2023 6:21:08 PM IST

In the aftermath of cyclone Michaung, Lake Puzhal and other reservoirs in Chennai have reached their full capacity. ... read..

MK Stalin congratulates Revanth Reddy; wishes for his successful, impactful tenure as Telangana CM

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 7, 2023 5:21:12 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin congratulated the Telangana CM-designate and state party chief Revanth Reddy, said a post by Stalin on 'X' on Thursday. ... read..

Cyclone Michaung effect: Chennai continues to reel under waterlogging; Defence Minister to conduct aerial survey today

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 7, 2023 11:20:31 AM IST

Several areas in Chennai continued to reel under severe waterlogging conditions on Thursday caused due to heavy rainfall in the region following Cyclone Michaung's landfall two days ago. ... read..

Cyclone Michaung: Schools and colleges to remain closed in four TN districts today

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 7, 2023 4:20:19 AM IST

The Tamil Nadu government announced a holiday for all schools and colleges in Chennai, Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram, and Chengalpattu on Thursday due to severe flooding in several parts of these districts in the aftermath of Cyclone Michaung. ... read..

Cyclone Michaung: Indian Air Force continues relief operations

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 6, 2023 11:52:29 PM IST

The Indian Air Force continued relief operations until sunset in Chennai on Wednesday in the aftermath of cyclone Michaung, which has left several parts of the city inundated. ... read..

Tamil Nadu: Governor Ravi expresses condolences, support for cyclone Michaung victims

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 6, 2023 10:49:52 PM IST

Governor of Tamil Nadu R N Ravi on Wednesday extended heartfelt condolences to the families of those who have lost their loved ones due to Cyclone Michaung. ... read..

Annamalai compares DMK's ideology to that of Hitler after Senthilkumar's 'Gaumutra' slur

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 6, 2023 9:51:45 PM IST

In a scathing attack on the DMK concerning MP DNV Senthilkumar's 'Gaumutra' slur, Tamil Nadu BJP chief K Annamalai compared the party's "theory" to that of the late Nazi leader Adolf Hitler on Thursday. He called for the party to be ousted from the state. ... read..

Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin takes stock of Cyclone Michaung

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 6, 2023 4:50:59 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin took stock of effected areas due to Cyclone Michaung on Wednesday and distributed basic necessities like food and milk to rainfall-affected people in Chennai. ... read..

Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin takes stock of impact of Cyclone Michaung

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 6, 2023 4:50:43 PM IST

Cylclone Michaung: Three people dead after building collapse in Velachery, Chennai

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 6, 2023 2:51:41 PM IST

Three people died after a private building collapsed in Chennai Velachery. ... read..

Cylclone Michaung: Three people dead after building collapse in Valacherry, Chennai

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 6, 2023 1:51:40 PM IST

Three people died after a private building collapsed in Chennai Velachery. ... read..

Cyclone Michaung: Tamil Nadu CM Stalin writes to PM Modi, seeks relief fund of Rs 5060 crores

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 6, 2023 10:50:05 AM IST

Amid the destruction caused by Cyclone Michaung in Tamil Nadu, Chief Minister MK Stalin on Wednesday wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking an immediate interim relief fund of Rs 5060 crores. ... read..

Tamil Nadu: Six died after heavy rainfall due to cyclone "Michaung" in Chennai

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 6, 2023 10:50:03 AM IST

As of now, six deaths have been reported in the Greater Chennai Police jurisdiction in view of the Michaung cyclone, reported Chennai police. ... read..

As Cyclone Michaung makes landfall, flooding in Chennai claims 17 lives

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 6, 2023 3:51:44 AM IST

The flooding in Chennai following heavy rains triggered by Cyclone Michaung have claimed 17 lives so far, officials said on Tuesday. ... read..

As Cyclone Michuang makes landfall, flooding in Chennai claims 17 lives

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 6, 2023 2:50:57 AM IST

The flooding in Chennai following heavy rains triggered by Cyclone Michaung have claimed 17 lives so far, officials said on Tuesday. ... read..

Tamil Nadu govt much more prepared to deal with heavy rain than in 2015: Kanimozhi

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 5, 2023 10:50:13 PM IST

DMK MP Kanimozhi on Tuesday that the Tamil Nadu government is much more prepared to deal with heavy rain triggered by cyclone Michaung than in 2015, when incessant rain caused flooding in Chennai, causing heavy loss of property and human lives. ... read..

Aamir Khan rescued from Chennai floods, actor Vishnu Vishal shares pictures

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 5, 2023 7:51:14 PM IST

Actor Aamir Khan was stuck in flood-stricken Chennai. He was later rescued with help from the fire and rescue department of the state government. ... read..

' State has received historic rainfall but damage less than previous times" says Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin on effect of Cylone Michaung

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 5, 2023 12:51:32 PM IST

Amid destructions caused by Severe Cyclonic storm 'Michaung' in the state, Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin on Tuesday said that the rains received during Cyclone period have exceeded what the state has received in 2015. ... read..

Chennai Airport resumes operations after heavy rains

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 5, 2023 11:52:03 AM IST

Chennai Airport has resumed operations after being temporarily shut down due to heavy rains that caused flooding and waterlogging on the runways, said an airport official. ... read..

Chennai faces massive waterlogging while Koovam River rages due to Cyclone 'Michaung'

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 5, 2023 10:49:57 AM IST

As Cyclone Michaung continues to wreak havoc in Tamil Nadu, Chennai city faces massive waterlogging triggered due to heavy rain in the state while the Koovam River rages as water from nearby lakes is released into it. ... read..

Cyclone Michaung: 8 people died, subways, roads closed in Tamil Nadu, CM Stalin inspects relief camps in Chennai

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 5, 2023 10:49:37 AM IST

8 people have lost their lives while multiple roads and subways are closed due to waterlogging in the wake of the Severe Cyclonic Storm 'Michaung', which is expected to make landfall on the southern coast of Andhra Pradesh between Nellore and Machilipatna ... read..

Chennai MeT predicts moderate rainfall, thunderstorms in 10 districts of Tamil Nadu

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 5, 2023 5:50:54 AM IST

The Chennai Meteorological Centre forecast moderate rainfall, light thunderstorms and lightning in ten districts of Tamil Nadu for Tuesday morning. ... read..

Cyclone Michaung: Landfall likely between Andhra's Nellore and Machilipatnam today

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 5, 2023 1:50:28 AM IST

Cyclone Michaung, which lay centred over the west coast of the Bay of Bengal, off south Andhra Pradesh and adjoining north Tamil Nadu coasts, on Monday, is likely to cross the south Andhra Pradesh coast between Nellore and Machilipatnam on Tuesday morning ... read..

Cyclone Michaung: Five killed as heavy rain pounds Chennai, flights halted; Amit Shah assures help

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 4, 2023 10:51:12 PM IST

The deep depression over the South Bay of Bengal, which has intensified into cyclonic storm Michaung, is being monitored due to its destructive nature and potential impact. ... read..

Cyclone Michaung: Five killed in Chennai amid heavy rain; airfield closed till 9 am tomorrow

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 4, 2023 8:49:41 PM IST

As many as five people have been killed in separate incidents in Tamil Nadu's Chennai amid heavy rain due to cyclone Michaung, according to an official statement by the Chennai police. ... read..

Cyclone Michaung: Public holiday declared in four districts of Tamil Nadu on Tuesday

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 4, 2023 4:50:26 PM IST

In view of the cyclonic storm Michaung, the Tamil Nadu government has declared a public holiday in Chennai, Chengalpattu, Kancheepuram and Tiruvallur districts on Tuesday, December 5, 2023. ... read..

Cyclone 'Michaung' intensified to severe cyclonic storm, says Met department

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 4, 2023 2:50:57 PM IST

The deep depression over the South Bay of Bengal which has intensified into a cyclonic storm 'Michaung' is likely to continue to move north-northwestward, intensify further and reach the Westcentral bay of Bengal off south Andhra Pradesh and adjoining nor ... read..

Traffic jams, roads inundated; Heavy downpour in Chennai causes disruption to normal life

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 4, 2023 12:51:14 PM IST

As Cyclone Michaung approaches towards the North Tamil Nadu coast, several areas of Chennai were left inundated due to heavy rainfall and severe waterlogging. ... read..

Tamil Nadu: Two died, one injured after newly constructed wall collapsed in Chennai's Kanathur area due to heavy rainfall

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 4, 2023 11:49:56 AM IST

Two people died and one was critically injured at Chennai East Coastal Road on Monday morning amid the incessant rainfall that lashed several parts of Chennai with very strong wind, police said. ... read..

Tamil Nadu: Heavy rainfall in Chennai causes massive waterlogging in several parts of city

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 4, 2023 9:49:28 AM IST

As cyclone 'Michaung' is expected to make landfall tonight in Southern Andhra Pradesh and the North coast of Tamil Nadu several parts of Chennai continue to receive heavy rainfall with very strong wind. Heavy rainfall in Chennai has caused massive waterlo ... read..

TN rains: NDRF rescues 15 people from waterlogged areas of Tambaram district

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 4, 2023 8:49:54 AM IST

Teams of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) rescued around 15 people from the Tambaram area due to severe waterlogging as heavy rains continued to lash several parts of Chennai district. ... read..

"In constant touch with state governments": PM Modi cautions countrymen as 'Cyclone Michaung' approaches

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 4, 2023 8:49:50 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday cautioned countrymen amid approaching 'Cyclone Michaung', saying that he was in constant touch with the governments of states on the eastern coast to coordinate relief and rescue efforts. ... read..

"Sensitised senior officers, assessed requirements of resources: TN chief secy as Cyclone Michaung approaches

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 4, 2023 8:49:48 AM IST

With Cyclone 'Michaung' expected to hit the west-central Bay of Bengal off south Andhra Pradesh and adjoining north Tamil Nadu coasts by December 4 forenoon, the officers concerned have been sensitised and all necessary resources have been assessed in thi ... read..

Annamalai lauds BJP's state units over party's clean sweep in Hindi heartland, says "2024, Modi once more"

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 3, 2023 3:50:26 PM IST

As Bharatiya Janata Party leads in Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan as per the latest trends by the Election Commission of India, BJP chief in Tamil Nadu, K Annamalai praised the state party units for the "exceptional performance". ... read..

Cyclone Michaung: Public holiday announced in Tamil Nadu on Monday

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 3, 2023 3:49:32 PM IST

As India's east coast states are expected to experience cyclone 'Michaung', the Tamil Nadu government has declared a public holiday on Monday. ... read..

Michaung cyclone: SDRF team gearing up as Tamil Nadu braces for impact

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 3, 2023 11:51:36 AM IST

More than a 100-member State Disaster Response Team who arrived in Tamil Nadu's Kanchipuram district on Sunday is gearing up to face any imminent threat as Cyclone Michaung is expected to make landfall on December 5 in coastal Andhra. ... read..

IMD issues heavy rainfall warning for four districts in Tamil Nadu

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 3, 2023 8:51:20 AM IST

The India Meteorological Department has issued a heavy rainfall warning for four districts in Tamil Nadu. ... read..

Cyclone Michaung to make landfall on Dec 5 in coastal Andhra; heavy rain forecast

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 3, 2023 6:49:37 AM IST

Cyclone Michaung, brewing over the Bay of Bengal, is expected to skip the city and make landfall between Nellore and Machilipatnam with winds that could pack speeds of upto 100 kmph on Tuesday morning. ... read..

Chennai MeT predicts moderate rainfall, thunderstorms in 7 districts of Tamil Nadu

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 3, 2023 5:50:58 AM IST

The Chennai Meteorological Centre forecast moderate rainfall, thunderstorms and lightning in seven districts of Tamil Nadu for Sunday morning. ... read..

IMD predicts rain in several districts of TN, Puducherry, Karaikal this night

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 2, 2023 11:51:12 PM IST

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast rain with lightning in some districts of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry on Saturday night. ... read..

Chennai police deploys district disaster response team amid cyclonic storm warning

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 2, 2023 7:51:18 PM IST

Amid the forecast of a cyclonic storm to cross South Andhra Pradesh and the adjoining North Tamil Nadu coast, Sandeep Rai Rathore, Commissioner of Police, Chennai, said on Saturday that they have started a concept of a district disaster response team for ... read..

Light to moderate rain with thunderstorm likely in 12 districts of Tamil Nadu

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 2, 2023 8:50:04 AM IST

The Chennai Meteorological Centre has predicted moderate thunderstorms, lightning and rainfall in 12 districts of Tamil Nadu for Saturday morning. ... read..

TN CM Stalin asks officials to take precautionary steps against cyclone

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 1, 2023 7:50:25 PM IST

With the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting a cyclonic storm in Tamil Nadu, Chief Minister MK Stalin on Friday instructed all concerned officials to take precautionary measures including evacuating people from the places likely to be hit by ... read..

Tamil Nadu CM holds preparedness meeting ahead of cyclone 'Michaung'

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 1, 2023 5:50:44 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin held a review meeting on Friday with 12 district collectors and officials on the preparedness ahead of the cyclone 'Michaung'. ... read..

MET forcecasts Heavy rain in parts of Tamil Nadu as cyclone 'Michaun' nears coast

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 1, 2023 4:51:17 PM IST

After the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasted cyclone 'Michaung' to cross South Andhra Pradesh and adjoining North Tamil Nadu coast between Chennai and Machilipatnam on December 4 evening, MeT department Chennai said that Tiruvallur is expect ... read..

Met department predicts more rain in several parts of Tamil Nadu

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 1, 2023 10:51:25 AM IST

The Meteorological Centre, Chennai has predicted light thunderstorms and lightning with light to moderate rain at isolated places in the state on Friday morning. The Meteorological department issued a notice at 7 am. ... read..

"BJP uses ED to create black mark on DMK government": DMK Mouthpiece Murasoli slams BJP

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 1, 2023 10:51:11 AM IST

DMK's mouthpiece, Murasoli, has accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of using the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to tarnish the DMK government's reputation. ... read..

Tamil Nadu: Heavy rains continue to disrupt normal life in parts of Chennai

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 1, 2023 5:49:54 AM IST

Normal life remained disrupted as heavy rains continued to lash parts of Chennai district in Tamil Nadu on Thursday, causing waterlogging in low-lying areas, traffic snarls and schools and colleges to remain closed. ... read..

IMD issues orange alert for Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal in wake of very heavy rainfall

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | November 30, 2023 4:51:35 PM IST

The India Meteorological Department issued an orange alert for coastal Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal. ... read..

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin takes stock of situation at Chennai control room after heavy rainfall

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | November 30, 2023 1:50:30 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin visited Chennai Robbin Building - Corporation head office to review the arrangements at the Command Control Centre from where the rainfall situation in the state is being monitored. ... read..

IMD issues moderate rain and thunderstorm warnings for 12 districts in Tamil Nadu for next three hours

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | November 30, 2023 12:49:24 PM IST

IMD issues moderate rain and thunderstorm warnings for Chennai, Chengalpattu, Vellore, Pudukottai and 12 other districts in Tamil Nadu for the next three hours. ... read..

Chennai: Lake Chembarambakkam to release 6000 cusecs of water amid incessant rains

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | November 30, 2023 11:49:47 AM IST

The Kanchipuram District administration has announced to increase the discharge of water from Chembarambakkam Lake from 2500 cusecs to 6000 cusecs from 8am on Thursday. ... read..

Annamalai postpones 'En Mann En Makkal' yatra due to heavy rain warning in Tamil Nadu

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | November 30, 2023 9:50:53 AM IST

Tamil Nadu BJP President K Annamalai postponed the 'En Mann En Makkal' (My Land, My People) yatra till December 5 due to warning of heavy rains in the state by the Indian meteorological department. ... read..

Tamil Nadu: NDRF on standby in Arakkonam town after cyclone warning issued by IMD

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | November 30, 2023 10:50:11 AM IST

The National Disaster Response Force Team is on standby in Arakkonam town in view of the impending cyclone warning issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD). ... read..

IMD issues thunderstorm warning for Tamil Nadu and Puducherry for next three hours

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | November 30, 2023 8:50:20 AM IST

Moderate thunderstorms and lightning with moderate rain are very likely at a few places over Thiruvallur, Chennai, Chengalpattu, Kancheepuram, Viluppuram, Cuddalore, Mayiladuthurai, Slipper Nagapattinam, Thiruvarur districts of Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and ... read..

Heavy rainfall in Tamil Nadu: Chennai, neighbouring districts grapples with traffic jams, waterlogging

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | November 30, 2023 6:50:11 AM IST

Several parts of Tamil Nadu, including the capital city of Chennai, were drenched with incessant rainfall on Wednesday evening, leading to the inundation of several low-lying areas, heavy traffic jams, and disruption to normal life. ... read..

Harmanpreet Singh hails competitive edge prevalent in domestic hockey in India

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | November 29, 2023 6:19:13 PM IST

The conclusion of the 13th Hockey India Senior Men National Championship 2023 brought forth a captivating showdown, leaving Indian men's hockey team captain and Hockey Punjab skipper Harmanpreet Singh brimming with admiration for the exceptional standard ... read..

DMDK founder, actor Vijayakanth's health deteriorates mildly, needs further treatment

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | November 29, 2023 3:19:28 PM IST

Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK) founder and actor Vijayakanth's health condition has mildly deteriorated during the past 24 hours and he needs further treatment, as per the Hospital. ... read..

Tamil Nadu: Red Hills reservoir gates opened after continued rainfall in Chennai

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | November 29, 2023 2:19:45 PM IST

The sluice gates of the Red Hills reservoir were opened on Wednesday to release 200 cusecs of water as Chennai continued to receive rainfall. ... read..

Tamil Nadu: 21 fishermen reach Chennai today after being released from Sri Lanka prisons

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | November 29, 2023 10:20:20 AM IST

Twenty one fishermen who were released from Sri Lankan prisons reached Chennai airport on Wednesday. ... read..

Chaos unleashed: 'The Village' Mutants take over Chennai metro with Arya

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | November 28, 2023 11:21:38 PM IST

Makers of Tamil horror series 'The Village' surprised commuters in Chennai with a special treat, creating a stir among actor Arya's fans and horror enthusiasts. ... read..

Hockey Punjab secure India Senior Men National Championship title by defeating Hockey Haryana

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | November 28, 2023 11:20:19 PM IST

Hockey Punjab claimed the Gold medal after their penalty shootout triumph over defending Champions Hockey Haryana in the Final of the 13th Hockey India Senior Men National Championship 2023 on Tuesday at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium, Chennai. ... read..

Day 10 results: 13th Hockey India Senior Men National Championship 2023

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | November 28, 2023 3:50:47 PM IST

Hockey Haryana and Hockey Punjab emerged triumphant in their respective Semi-Final matches to set up an exciting Final in the 13th Hockey India Senior Men's National Championship 2023 today at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium in Chennai, according t ... read..

13th Hockey India Senior Men National Championship 2023: Haryana, Punjab reach final

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | November 27, 2023 10:56:05 PM IST

Hockey Haryana and Hockey Punjab emerged triumphant in their respective semi-final matches to set up an exciting final in the 13th Hockey India Senior Men's National Championship 2023 on Monday at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium, Chennai. ... read..

We're more than capable of winning the game: Chennaiyin head coach Coyle

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | November 27, 2023 10:55:17 PM IST

As Chennaiyin FC gear up to take on table toppers Kerala Blasters FC in an exciting Southern Derby of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 on Wednesday, head coach Owen Coyle expressed confidence in his side's ability to win the game, citing their promis ... read..

Rain lashes several parts of Tamil Nadu

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | November 27, 2023 11:17:30 AM IST

As the Northeast Monsoon intensified in Tamil Nadu, rain lashed several parts of the state, which witnessed moderate to heavy rainfall on Monday. ... read..

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