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DMK IT Wing's Divya Sathyaraj files Rs 1 crore defamation suit against actor Bayilvan Ranganathan

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 24, 2026 5:00:51 PM IST

DMK IT Wing functionary Divya Sathyaraj has filed a Rs 1 crore defamation suit before the Madras High Court against actor and film critic Bayilvan Ranganathan, alleging that he made false and defamatory statements in response to an interview given by her. ... read..

Hindu Munnani seeks centre's intervention to save Sri Lankan Tamil facing death sentence in Saudi Arabia

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 24, 2026 1:31:15 PM IST

The Hindu Munnani on Wednesday petitioned the Sri Lankan Deputy High Commission at Nungambakkam in Chennai, seeking intervention to save a Sri Lankan Tamil worker who has been awarded a death sentence in Saudi Arabia over alleged remarks against Islam. ... read..

"Happy and proud": Kamal Haasan congratulates director Rajkumar Periasamy for National Film Award

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 24, 2026 10:30:48 AM IST

Superstar Kamal Haasan expressed his happiness for director Rajkumar Periasamy after the filmmaker bagged the National Film Award for his direction in 'Amaran.' ... read..

TN Industries Minister Keerthana clarifies absence from CM Vijay's London trip was due to medical procedure

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 23, 2026 8:30:27 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Industries Minister S Keerthana on Tuesday issued a clarification on the controversy surrounding her absence from Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay's recent investment outreach visit to London, stating that she was recovering from a medical procedu ... read..

Opposition lambasts CEC Gyanesh Kumar after media report says two Election Commissioners objected to SIR decisions

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 23, 2026 10:30:15 AM IST

An all-out political storm has snowballed after opposition parties raised a media report by the Indian Express on Wednesday, which had said that decisions taken on the Special Intensive Regulation (SIR) process were objected to by two of the three Electio ... read..

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay launches expanded Kamarajar Breakfast Scheme, distributes food to students

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 22, 2026 10:01:05 AM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay on Tuesday launched the expanded Perunthalaivar Kamarajar Free Breakfast Scheme at the Government Middle School in Gandhi Gramam, Thiruvanmiyur, Chennai, and was seen distributing food to students. ... read..

TVK withdraws several names from star campaigners list for October bypolls following opposition objections

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 22, 2026 7:00:25 AM IST

The Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) has withdrawn the names of several alliance leaders from its star campaigners list for the October 6 bypolls in Madurantakam and Dharapuram, after Opposition parties questioned their inclusion. ... read..

CSK ropes in Zaheer Khan as Head Coach for IPL 2027

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 21, 2026 8:00:44 PM IST

Five-time Indian Premier League (IPL) winner Chennai Super Kings (CSK) ropes in veteran pacer Zaheer Khan as the team's Head Coach for IPL 2027. ... read..

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay reviews 'Vettri Payanam' free bus travel scheme for women ahead of Oct 2 launch

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 21, 2026 3:31:46 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay chaired a review meeting at the Secretariat on Monday regarding the preparatory work for the "Vettri Payanam" scheme. ... read..

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay hails Elavenil for two silver medals at Asian Games 2026

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 21, 2026 2:01:39 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay hailed shooter Elavenil Valarivan for her two silver medals on day one of the Asian Games 2026, saying that her achievements set a target for the younger generation and instil belief and encouragement in youngsters ... read..

"Take flight to Coimbatore, instead of London": Annamalai slams Tamil Nadu CM Vijay's foreign trips, calls UK a "dead economy"

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 21, 2026 11:00:56 AM IST

Former Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Tamil Nadu state president K Annamalai on Monday took a dig at Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay over his overseas investment-seeking tours, advising him to engage domestic industrialists in Tier-2 cities rather than cour ... read..

Vidya Balan's first look from Rajinikanth's 'Jailer 2' out

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 20, 2026 8:31:02 PM IST

The makers of Rajinikanth's 'Jailer 2' have revealed the first look of Vidya Balan from the movie on Sunday. The actress will play the role of Kantha in the movie. ... read..

Sivaji Ganesan's eldest daughter Santi passes away at 72; Celebs arrive to pay last respects

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 20, 2026 8:00:56 PM IST

Veteran actor Sivaji Ganesans eldest daughter Santhi Narayanasamy passed away at the age of 72 due to illness in Chennai on Sunday. ... read..

Plan was always to play Test cricket, says Jhye Richardson as pacer eyes Australia comeback

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 20, 2026 7:01:18 PM IST

Australia fast bowler Jhye Richardson said returning to Test cricket remains his priority as he prepares for the two unofficial four-day matches against India A in Puducherry, with next years Border-Gavaskar Trophy firmly on his radar. ... read..

Vinayagar idol immersion held in Chennai amid elaborate security arrangements

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 20, 2026 1:30:43 PM IST

Vinayagar idol immersion is underway at Pattinapakkam-Srinivasapuram in Chennai on Sunday as devotees participate in the final procession of the festival amid elaborate security and safety arrangements. ... read..

DMK leaders back MK Stalins criticism of TVK government at Mupperum Vizha

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 20, 2026 2:59:51 AM IST

DMK leaders on Saturday rallied behind party president MK Stalin's criticism of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) government, as the party held its annual Mupperum Vizha at Kalaignar Arangam, the DMK headquarters. ... read..

MK Stalin questions CM Vijays London visit, targets TVK govt over law and order, power cuts

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 19, 2026 8:59:40 PM IST

DMK president MK Stalin on Saturday questioned Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijays recent London visit, asking what investments were secured for the state during the trip. ... read..

Governor Arlekar joins coastal cleanup drive at Chennai's Marina Beach

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 19, 2026 10:29:50 AM IST

Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar on Saturday participated in the International Coastal Cleanup Day 2026 programme at Marina Beach in Chennai as part of the Swachh Sagar Surakshit Sagar 5.0 campaign, calling for cleanliness to become a regu ... read..

"No need for Navodaya Schools in Tamil Nadu; will pass resolution in special assembly session if needed": Udhayanidhi Stalin

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 18, 2026 10:29:39 PM IST

Leader of the Opposition in the Tamil Nadu Assembly Udhayanidhi Stalin on Friday said that Tamil Nadu does not need Navodaya schools after the Supreme Court on September 17 said that the state has to change its anti-Hindi "mindset". ... read..

'Dorothy' trailer out: Karthik Subbaraj's directorial centres on friendship, love and honour

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 18, 2026 9:30:42 PM IST

The much-awaited trailer of Karthik Subbaraj's upcoming directorial titled 'Dorothy' is finally out. ... read..

First look of Suraj Venjaramoodu from 'Jailer 2' out

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 18, 2026 9:01:07 PM IST

The makers of Jailer 2 have shared the first look of National Award-winning actor Suraj Venjaramoodu from the film on Friday. ... read..

'One gram gold ring for every baby born in govt hospitals': TN CM Vijay to launch Thaaimaman Thanga Mothiram scheme on Sept 28

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 18, 2026 9:00:46 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay will launch the states ambitious Thaaimaman Thanga Mothiram scheme on September 28, the government announced after a review meeting at the Secretariat. ... read..

Tamil Nadu BJP chief seeks probe into "bomb will explode" threat over "Bharat Mata Ki Jai" slogan in Srivilliputhur

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 18, 2026 7:01:22 PM IST

Tamil Nadu BJP president Nainar Nagenthran on Friday urged the state government to thoroughly investigate an alleged threat by two young men who said that "a bomb will explode in Srivilliputhur" if the slogan "Bharat Mata Ki Jai" was raised. ... read..

TN Minister Nirmal Kumar defends Meenakshi Temple Kumbhabhishekam arrangements, slams TTV Dhinakaran

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 18, 2026 4:30:37 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Minister Nirmal Kumar denied allegations of mismanagement and irregularities in the distribution of passes for the Kumbhabhishekam of the Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple held yesterday. ... read..

Dont go abroad and bring shame to Tamil Nadu: TRB Rajaa takes dig at CM Vijays UK visit

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 18, 2026 4:30:35 PM IST

Former Tamil Nadu Industries Minister and DMK leader TRB Rajaa took a dig at Chief Minister Vijay over his recent visit to the United Kingdom (UK), questioning whether the trip was being used to promote investments or shoot reels. ... read..

Tamil Nadu: Dalit scholar invokes Rohith Vemula as scholarship dispute puts PhD at risk

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 18, 2026 10:59:46 AM IST

A Tamil Nadu Dalit research scholar pursuing his PhD in Malaysia invoked the memory of Rohith Vemula in an emotional appeal, alleging that a prolonged dispute over an overseas education scholarship has now put his research and academic future at risk. ... read..

Where There Is No Stage: Victoria Isaac, Her Violin, and the Care Homes of Chennai

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | July 31, 2026 2:58:41 PM IST

Most of Victoria Isaac's violin is played in care homes, not concert halls. In June, the social impact of that work won her a Changemaker Award in Gurugram. ... read..

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