Tamil Nadu: News
19 Mar 2025
MaduraiMeet Samyuktha Narayanan, 7-year-old girl who is youngest Taekwondo instructor
Samyuktha Narayanan, a seven-year-old from Madurai, Tamil Nadu, has entered history as the world's youngest Taekwondo instructor. She accomplished the incredible milestone on August 14, 2024.
19 Mar 2025
Kerala12-year-old Kerala girl drowns infant over fear of losing love
A 12-year-old girl from Kerala's Pappinisseri has been booked for the murder of her four-month-old cousin. The baby was found in a well at their rented home.
17 Mar 2025
MK StalinIs NEP's 3-language policy Hindi imposition? Tamil Nadu thinks so
Tamil Nadu has opposed the three-language formula in the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, alleging it promotes Hindi in an otherwise Tamil-speaking state.
15 Mar 2025
Ashwini VaishnawElectronics clusters worth ₹1,112cr to come up in TN: Vaishnaw
The Indian government has announced plans to set up two electronics manufacturing hubs in Tamil Nadu, with an investment of ₹1,112 crore.
14 Mar 2025
AIADMK'Student funds, e-scooters…global city': What DMK government announced during budget
Tamil Nadu Finance Minister Thangam Thennarasu presented the state budget for 2025-26 in the assembly on Friday.
14 Mar 2025
AIADMKAIADMK, BJP members boycott TN assembly after rupee symbol change
The Tamil Nadu Assembly's budget session was disrupted after the opposition AIADMK staged a walkout and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) boycotted proceedings.
14 Mar 2025
IIT BombayRupee symbol designer reacts after Tamil Nadu changes logo
D. Udaya Kumar, designer of the Indian rupee symbol, chose not to engage deeply with the controversy over a new logo by the Tamil Nadu government for its state budget.
13 Mar 2025
National Education Policy'How stupid': BJP responds after Stalin government replaces rupee symbol
Bharatiya Janata Party's Tamil Nadu president K Annamalai has slammed the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam-led state government for changing the rupee symbol in the Tamil Nadu budget logo.
12 Mar 2025
Chandrababu NaiduUdhayanidhi Stalin advises newlyweds to 'prioritize childbirth' in Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu Deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin has urged newlyweds to focus on having children. He made the appeal at a mass wedding in Chennai.
12 Mar 2025
Dharmendra Pradhan'I know 7-8 languages': Sudha Murthy endorses 3-language policy
Rajya Sabha MP Sudha Murthy has come out in support of the three-language formula under the National Education Policy (NEP), which encourages students to learn multiple languages.
10 Mar 2025
Dharmendra PradhanRuckus in Parliament over 'Hindi imposition'; DMK, Centre exchange barbs
The second leg of the Parliament Budget Session was overshadowed by a government-opposition tussle over the alleged imposition of Hindi through the National Education Policy (NEP).
10 Mar 2025
IndiaThird suspect in Israeli tourist, homestay owner rape case apprehended
In a major breakthrough, the Karnataka police have arrested the third suspect in the Hampi rape-murder case.
09 Mar 2025
BengaluruBengaluru records hottest day of the year at 34.6°C
Bengaluru has experienced its hottest day of the year till now at 34.6°C, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
07 Mar 2025
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)'Delusional': BJP counters Stalin over 'LKG' remark at Union government
The raging row over the alleged imposition of Hindi on non-Hindi speaking states has escalated after MK Stalin declared that Tamil Nadu would never submit to such efforts, comparing them to British colonialism.
06 Mar 2025
Amit ShahExplained: Delimitation process and south, Centre row
As India prepares for the 2026 delimitation exercise, southern states are worried about losing seats due to population shifts.
05 Mar 2025
Chennai'1971 Census should be basis…': Stalin on Lok Sabha delimitation
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has proposed the formation of a Joint Action Committee to address concerns over the upcoming Union government's delimitation plan.
03 Mar 2025
Amit Shah'Have babies immediately': Stalin's advice to Tamil Nadu couples
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has asked newlywed couples in the state to "have babies immediately."
03 Mar 2025
DY ChandrachudVisually impaired people can become judges, rules Supreme Court
In a landmark verdict, India's Supreme Court has done away with a rule that barred visually impaired persons from becoming judges in Madhya Pradesh.
03 Mar 2025
DelhiIMD issues orange alert for snow, rain in Himachal Pradesh
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Himachal Pradesh as heavy rain and snowfall are expected on Monday.
26 Feb 2025
VijayTVK's Vijay launches '#GetOut' campaign against DMK, BJP
Actor-turned-politician and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) President Vijay has launched the #GetOut campaign, aimed at the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
26 Feb 2025
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)Telangana government makes Telugu mandatory in all schools
The Telangana government has directed all schools in the state to make Telugu a mandatory subject. This includes CBSE, ICSE, and IB-affiliated institutions.
25 Feb 2025
MK StalinStalin warns Tamil Nadu could lose 8 MPs in delimitation
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has convened an all-party meeting on March 5 to deliberate on the possible repercussions of the impending delimitation exercise.
24 Feb 2025
Sri LankaTamil fishermen launch indefinite strike after Sri Lanka arrests 32
Fishermen in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu, have gone on an indefinite strike after 32 Indian fishermen were arrested by the Sri Lankan Navy.
22 Feb 2025
GujaratStalin's 'beehive' warning to Centre after Pradhan's letter over NEP
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has escalated the ongoing row with the central government over the National Education Policy (NEP) and its controversial trilingual language policy.
21 Feb 2025
Dharmendra Pradhan'No question of imposing language...': Education minister amid Hindi row
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has written to Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin, asking him to rethink the state's opposition to the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
19 Feb 2025
Chennai'Don't trigger another language war in TN': Udhayanidhi warns Centre
Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin has warned the Bharatiya Janata Party-led central government against sparking another language war in the state.
18 Feb 2025
SamsungSamsung's Tamil Nadu plant continues production amid labor strike
Despite an ongoing labor strike, Samsung has confirmed that its goods production at the Sriperumbudur factory in Tamil Nadu is continuing as usual.
14 Feb 2025
Bobby DeolVijay receives 'Y' category security ahead of assembly elections
Actor-politician Vijay, founder of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) party, has been granted "Y" category security by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), India.
12 Feb 2025
Prashant KishorTVK's Vijay meets Prashant Kishor, faces backlash from other parties
Thamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) leader and actor Vijay's recent meeting with political strategist-turned-politician Prashant Kishor has drawn the ire of several political leaders in Tamil Nadu.
10 Feb 2025
Ministry Of Home AffairsModi government mulling law to regulate online gaming, gambling: Report
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) is planning to frame a new law to regulate online gaming, gambling, betting, and lotteries, as per CNBC-TV18.
10 Feb 2025
ChennaiOver 1,100 dead sea turtles found along India's coastline
In an unprecedented incident, over 1,100 olive ridley sea turtles were found dead on the beaches of Tamil Nadu in January.
08 Feb 2025
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)ISRO successfully tests cryogenic engine under simulated space conditions
In a major achievement, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully conducted a critical vacuum ignition test of its indigenous CE20 cryogenic engine.
08 Feb 2025
AyodhyaBypoll results: BJP leading in Milkipur, DMK in TN's Erode
The counting of votes for the by-elections in Uttar Pradesh's Milkipur and Tamil Nadu's Erode East constituencies started at 8:00am on Saturday.
08 Feb 2025
Supreme Court Of India'Can't sit on bills...': Supreme Court slams Tamil Nadu Governor
The Supreme Court has slammed Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi for withholding assent to state bills without communication, resulting in a legislative deadlock.
07 Feb 2025
IndiaWoman cop allegedly assaulted by DMK ally leader inside station
A female sub-inspector in Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu, was allegedly assaulted inside the Somanathapuram police station near Karaikudi on Thursday.
06 Feb 2025
SamsungWhy workers at Samsung's Tamil Nadu plant are striking again
A group of workers at Samsung's Sriperumbudur facility near Chennai, has gone on a strike after three of their colleagues were suspended.
06 Feb 2025
M K StalinMinor student gang-raped by her 3 teachers in Tamil Nadu
In a shocking incident, a 13-year-old schoolgirl was allegedly gang-raped by three teachers of her government school in Tamil Nadu's Krishnagiri district.
03 Feb 2025
ChennaiTamil Nadu IPS officer alleges murder attempt after exposing irregularities
Kalpana Nayak, the Additional Director General of Police in Tamil Nadu, has alleged an attempt on her life after exposing irregularities in police recruitment.
29 Jan 2025
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)ISRO's 100 missions took 46 years—next 100 possible in 5!
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) took 46 years to reach its 100th mission, but the space agency is now confident it can achieve the next 100 in just five years.
28 Jan 2025
DhanushDhanush v/s Nayanthara: HC dismisses Netflix's plea against copyright claim
The Madras High Court has dismissed Netflix India's plea to quash a copyright claim by actor Dhanush over the documentary Nayanthara: Beyond the Fairytale.
28 Jan 2025
Padma Shri'Manichitrathazhu' to Padma Bhushan: Inspiring journey of Shobana
Shobana Chandrakumar Pillai or simply Shobana is an inspiration for many.
27 Jan 2025
SamsungTamil Nadu government finally recognizes Samsung India's workers union
The Tamil Nadu labor department has formally recognized the Samsung India Workers Union (SIWU) today.
27 Jan 2025
DelhiLight rainfall expected in North India from January 29
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted light rainfall in parts of North India, including Delhi and Uttarakhand, from January 29.
24 Jan 2025
AppleTata buys majority stake in iPhone-maker Pegatron's India unit
Tata Electronics Private Limited (TEPL) has successfully acquired a 60% controlling stake in the Pegatron Technology India Private Limited (PTI), a major assembly partner for Apple.
23 Jan 2025
MumbaiMumbai school receives bomb threat; note mentions 'Afzal Gang'
A Mumbai school in the Jogeshwari-Oshiwara area received a bomb threat through email on Thursday.
23 Jan 2025
FoxconnNHRC orders fresh probe into employment discrimination at Foxconn India
India's National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has slammed labor officials for failing to properly investigate alleged employment discrimination at Foxconn, a key manufacturer of Apple iPhones.
15 Jan 2025
AppleMade-in-India iPhones: Tata's production surges 180% to ₹40,000cr
Tata Electronics, a Tata Group subsidiary, has ramped up the production of Apple's iPhones by a significant margin in 2024.
12 Jan 2025
TechnologyWant to learn English from Tamil? Use Duolingo's new feature
Duolingo, the popular language learning platform, has launched a new feature for its English learners in Tamil Nadu.
12 Jan 2025
Ashwini VaishnawCentre scraps Tamil Nadu rail project, DMK refutes unwillingness claims
A proposed railway project connecting Madurai and Thoothukudi in Tamil Nadu was canceled, leading to a row between the state and the central governments.
10 Jan 2025
LifestylePongal 2025: Dishes that will make your celebration more flavorsome
Pongal, a colorful festival celebrated mainly in Tamil Nadu and other regions of South India, is being celebrated this year on January 14.
10 Jan 2025
Bengaluru'Hindi isn't our national language': Ashwin sparks language row
Former Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin has sparked a fresh language controversy by saying that Hindi is not the national language of India but the "official language."
09 Jan 2025
Andhra PradeshAndhra government announces ₹25 lakh ex-gratia for Tirupati stampede victims
The Andhra Pradesh government has announced a compensation of ₹25 lakh for the families of those who died in a stampede at the Vaikuntha Ekadashi Darshan Token Issuance Center.
07 Jan 2025
COVID-19HMPV cases: Doctor explains how to protect yourself from virus
India has reported its first seven cases of the highly contagious Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV).
07 Jan 2025
BengaluruKarnataka, Maharashtra, Delhi issue guidelines amid rising HMPV cases
India has reported five cases of the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), a respiratory illness with influenza and COVID-19-like symptoms.
05 Jan 2025
Chennai'Decipher Indus Script, win ₹8.5 crore': MK Stalin's challenge
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has announced a $1 million (₹8,57,66,529) prize for anyone who can successfully decipher the Indus Valley script.
