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Tamil Nadu CM Joseph Vijay reviews monsoon preparedness and dengue prevention
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay conducted a review meeting to discuss disaster management for the upcoming Northeast monsoon and public health strategies against dengue.
Annamalai questions Chief Minister's visit to London for industrial investment
K. Annamalai criticized Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay for traveling to London to seek industrial investment.
Annamalai rejects Periyar's atheist stance and anti-Brahmin ideology
BJP leader K. Annamalai criticized E.V. Ramasamy's anti-Brahmin and atheist ideologies while acknowledging his social reform contributions.
Annamalai rejects Periyar's anti-Brahmin views, backs his stand on women's liberation
K Annamalai separates his views on Periyar's social reforms from his opposition to the leader's atheistic and anti-Brahmin positions.
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.
Devotees allege Meenakshi Amman Temple administration is deceiving people
Devotees alleged that the administration of Meenakshi Amman Temple distributed ordinary water instead of holy water during the consecration ceremony.
After 17 Years, Grand Spiritual Renewal At Madurai's Meenakshi Temple
A major spiritual renewal ceremony took place at the Meenakshi Temple in Madurai.
Devotees gather for historic consecration of Meenakshi temple in Madurai
A grand consecration ceremony was held at the Sri Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple in Madurai amidst large crowds and minor logistical challenges.
Madurai’s Meenakshi Temple kumbabishekam LIVE: Devotees gather in large numbers
The Sri Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple in Madurai held its first consecration ceremony in 17 years on September 17, 2026.
Rainfall to intensify in interior places, likely to keep temperatures moderate in T.N.
The Regional Meteorological Centre expects widespread rainfall to continue in Tamil Nadu through September 21, helping to moderate recent high temperatures.
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay proposes 4,800-crore desalination plant at Minjur
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay announced new water, sewage, and infrastructure projects across the state valued at over 6,900 crore.
Tasmac cracks down on overcharging, suspends 67 employees
The Tamil Nadu State Marketing Corporation suspended 67 employees for overcharging customers above the maximum retail price at liquor outlets.
Tamil Nadu experiences persistent heat and intermittent rainfall through mid-September
The Regional Meteorological Centre predicts continued high temperatures across most of Tamil Nadu alongside sporadic light to moderate rainfall through mid-September 2026.
Air India Express stops Chennai to Madurai flight operations from October 25
Air India Express will discontinue its flight operations between Chennai and Madurai effective October 25, 2026.
Veera Vasantharayar Mandapam at Meenakshi Amman Temple undergoes reconstruction
The Veera Vasantharayar Mandapam at the Meenakshi Amman Temple has been reconstructed after a 2018 fire.
Sundaram Home Finance announces expansion of emerging business segment in Tamil Nadu
Sundaram Home Finance plans to expand its emerging business segment in Tamil Nadu by opening new branches and increasing its assets under management.
Eight engineering students from Tamil Nadu die in Kerala road accident
Eight engineering students from Tamil Nadu were killed in a road accident after their car crashed into a parked lorry in Kerala's Thrissur district.
Tamil Nadu Law Minister justifies arrest of DMK MLA Markandayan
Tamil Nadu Law Minister R. Nirmalkumar justified the arrest of DMK MLA G.V. Markandayan for allegedly making defamatory and threatening remarks against Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay.
Supreme Court refuses to stay Madras High Court lamp lighting order
The Supreme Court of India has agreed to hear an appeal by the Tamil Nadu government challenging a Madras High Court order permitting a lamp lighting at the Tiruparankundram hill, while refusing to issue a stay on the lower court's directive.
Tamil Nadu expects normal to above normal rainfall in August
The Regional Meteorological Centre forecasts normal or above-normal rainfall for most parts of Tamil Nadu in August, with temperatures staying above average and several districts continuing to face rainfall deficits.
Political leaders urge Centre to approve Coimbatore metro rail project
Political leaders urge the Union government to approve a metro rail project for Coimbatore while former officials call for the state government to revise the proposal.
Videos show physical assault on students during NEET protest
Following the end of student protests regarding the NEET paper leak, videos of attackers physically assaulting protesters and social media campaigns to identify them have emerged alongside allegations of misconduct by some protesters against political leaders.
Centre rejects Tamil Nadu proposal for Coimbatore and Madurai metro rail projects
The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs rejected the Tamil Nadu government's proposal for Metro Rail systems in Coimbatore and Madurai, recommending Bus Rapid Transit Systems instead.
Tamil Nadu develops AI software to expedite urban building plan approvals
The Tamil Nadu government is developing AI-powered software to expedite building plan approvals in urban areas.
Manithaneya Makkal Katchi opposes Centre rejecting Metro Rail projects for Tamil Nadu
The Manithaneya Makkal Katchi condemned the Union government for rejecting the Tamil Nadu government's Metro Rail project proposals for Coimbatore and Madurai.
Former minister comments on Vijay and Trisha regarding Tamil Nadu politics
AIADMK former minister R.B. Udhayakumar mockingly suggested that actress Trisha could become Deputy Chief Minister if actor Vijay enters politics, while criticizing the Tamil Nadu DMK government for declaring a holiday for Vijay's movie release.
Advance bookings for Jana Nayagan remain strong despite online piracy leaks
Despite online piracy leaks and minor distribution disputes, advance bookings for the film Jana Nayagan starring Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay remained strong across Tamil Nadu.
Disability rights activists protest against proposed National Food Security Act amendments
Members of the Tamil Nadu Association for the Rights of All Types of Differently Abled and Caregivers protested outside the Madurai Collectorate demanding withdrawal of proposed NFSA amendments and 35 kg monthly grains for disabled households.