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Pooja Special Trains for Keralam Announced
Southern Railway announced special express train services between Chennai and Kollam to accommodate increased passenger travel for the Pooja festival and Gandhi Jayanti.
Onion prices rise in metro cities despite government subsidized sales
Onion retail prices in major Indian metro cities have reached between 53 and 70 rupees per kilogram despite government efforts to sell at a subsidized rate of 35 rupees per kilogram.
Pocso court denies police request to close R Veeramani assault case
A Pocso court denied a police request to close a sexual assault case against industrialist R Veeramani due to insufficient evidence.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay reviews breakfast scheme expansion preparations
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay held a review meeting regarding the upcoming expansion of the Perunthalaivar Kamarajar Breakfast Scheme.
CM Vijay launches expanded breakfast scheme as schoolbag search sparks row
Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay launched an expanded school breakfast scheme in Chennai amid political controversy regarding security searches of students' bags.
Chief Minister Vijay expands school breakfast scheme to eighth grade
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay launched the expansion of the school breakfast scheme, now named after Kamarajar, to include students up to the eighth grade.
Vijay's new secretariat plan faces protest threat from Stalin
MK Stalin threatens to protest against the Tamil Nadu government's proposal to build a new Secretariat in the Pattinapakkam area due to concerns regarding fishermen's livelihoods and urban congestion.
VCK joined the alliance for Ministerial post: Premallatha
Premallatha Vijayakant criticizes Thol. Thirumavalavan for his comments regarding the DMDK's previous participation in the DMK-led alliance.
US pharma giant Walgreens to set up GCC in Chennai
US-based pharmacy retailer Walgreens has signed a memorandum of understanding to establish its first Global Capability Centre in Chennai, India.
Tamil Nadu government hospitals report shortage of critical preterm baby medicine
Government hospitals in Tamil Nadu are experiencing intermittent shortages of surfactant medications for preterm infants.
T.N. Energy Resources Minister launches State solar subsidy scheme
The Tamil Nadu government has launched a new rooftop solar subsidy scheme to incentivize domestic installations.
Chennai records 4,600 fever cases so far in September: Corporation
The Greater Chennai Corporation reports a rise in fever cases in Chennai during September and is taking measures to combat dengue.
12 Korean universities participate in education fair
Twelve universities from South Korea participated in an education fair hosted in Chennai to promote academic opportunities for students.
Why unsafe buildings are becoming an urban time bomb
Increasing structural safety risks in Indian urban centers are highlighted by recent building collapses and subsequent municipal enforcement actions.
Gold and Silver Prices Decline on September 21
Gold and silver prices in India fell slightly on September 21, 2026.
Startup founder identifies common job candidate red flags during hiring process
A startup founder in India has shared common hiring red flags and emphasized the importance of a problem-solving mindset over technical skills alone.
Chennai Tourist Dies In Kerala Landslide, Friend Injured
A tourist from Chennai died and her friend was injured following a landslide in Kerala.
Three arrested for possession of 600 narcotic tablets in Arakkonam
Police in Arakkonam arrested three individuals for possessing 600 narcotic tablets.
TMC(M) Authorises Vasan To Take A Call On Byelections
The Tamil Maanila Congress (Moopanar) has authorized its president G.K. Vasan to determine the party's stance regarding the upcoming byelections in Madurantakam and Dharapuram.
CPI(M) warns TVK govt. not to take unilateral decisions
The CPI(M) state secretary warned the Tamil Nadu government to cease unilateral decision-making regarding a new Secretariat project or risk losing the party's support.
Tamil Nadu Records More Than 16,500 Dengue Cases, Chennai Worst Hit
Tamil Nadu reports a rise in dengue cases, with 244 confirmed infections out of 1,320 recent tests.
Petrol and Diesel Prices on September 19
Petrol and diesel prices remain stable across major Indian cities on September 19, 2026.
CM Vijay to launch Thaimaman Thanga Mothiram Thittam in Madurai
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay is set to launch a welfare scheme providing gold rings to infants born in government hospitals.
Tamil Nadu government selects two sites for second Chennai airport
The Tamil Nadu government has identified two potential sites, Cheyyur and Manellore, for a second airport in Chennai and requested the Airports Authority of India to conduct a pre-feasibility study.
TN Revenue Augmentation Committee held its fourth meeting on Friday
The Tamil Nadu Revenue Augmentation Committee met in Chennai to discuss revenue-raising strategies including land monetization and state-owned enterprise dividends.
Thrissur tops Keralam in Oxford Economics Global Cities Index
Thrissur is ranked as the highest-performing city in Kerala in the latest Oxford Economics Global Cities Index.
Chennai Corporation redirects 700 idols for immersion to alternate locations
The Greater Chennai Corporation is redirecting the immersion of 700 Vinayaka idols to Ennore and Kovalam due to environmental regulations.
Tiger that killed two people in O’Valley in Gudalur captured
Authorities captured a tiger in Gudalur responsible for two fatalities and relocated it to a zoo.
Divine umbrellas from Chennai reach Tirupati for Tirumala Brahmotsavams
Silk umbrellas from Chennai were transported to Tirumala for the annual Brahmotsavams under security precautions.
Gold and silver prices rise in India on September 18
Gold and silver prices have increased in India as of September 18, 2026.