Tamil Nadu: News

Rajiv Gandhi assassination case: SC orders Perarivalan's release

The Supreme Court on Wednesday ordered release of AG Perarivalan, a life-term convict, who served over 30 years in the former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi's assassination case.

TN: 4 workers trapped in stone quarry, rescue operation underway

At least four workers have been trapped in a quarry in Tamil Nadu's Tirunelveli district since Saturday night, reported NDTV.

11 May 2022

Kerala

Tomato flu afflicts 80 Kerala kids: Know symptoms, prevention tips

Kerala reported a mysterious disease called "tomato flu" that has affected more than 80 children under five years of age in the state, the local media reported.

07 May 2022

MK Stalin

Tamil Nadu: DMK government completes 1 year; Stalin announces schemes

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Saturday unveiled a slew of social welfare schemes on the first anniversary of the DMK government in the state.

07 May 2022

Chennai

Chennai: Cops face murder charges in custodial death case

An arrest threat looms large over several Tamil Nadu Police personnel in connection with the custodial death of a 25-year-old man, Vignesh, in Chennai.

05 May 2022

M K Stalin

Ban on centuries-old tradition stirs controversy in Tamil Nadu

The Tamil Nadu government's order regarding the prohibition on an almost 400-year-old religious ceremony in the Mayiladuthuria district has stirred tensions in the state.

27 Apr 2022

MK Stalin

Tamil Nadu temple chariot tragedy: 11 people electrocuted to death

Eleven people, including two children, were killed in an electrocution incident in Tamil Nadu's Thanjavur district early on Wednesday morning.

22 Apr 2022

IIT Madras

Is IIT Madras emerging as COVID-19 hotspot in Tamil Nadu?

Is the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras (IIT Madras) turning into a COVID-19 hotbed in Tamil Nadu? Well, the sudden surge in cases among the students does suggest so.

20 Apr 2022

Kerala

Top 5 wedding destinations in south India

Destination weddings are becoming a deal again now that the pandemic has subsided and traveling across the country and abroad is safer.

14 Apr 2022

India

Celebrating and understanding Vishu and Puthandu

Just like the celebrations of Baisakhi, Bihu, and Poila Baisakh in northern and eastern India, southern states Kerala and Tamil Nadu have specific rituals to welcome the first day of the new year in spring.

13 Apr 2022

Travel And Tourism

Top 5 tourist places in Yelagiri, Tamil Nadu

If you love trekking and want to spend some quality time amidst nature, then Yelagiri in Tamil Nadu is the place for you.

12 Apr 2022

Travel And Tourism

Visit these stunning places in Kolli Hills, Tamil Nadu

Kolli Hills, also called Kolli Malai, is a small but stunning mountain range in Tamil Nadu with an elevation of 1,300 m.

12 Apr 2022

India

Baisakhi, Bihu, and more: Marking new year across India

Different states in India observe different religious New Year festivals with unique traditions every year in the month of April based on the Hindu calendar.

11 Apr 2022

Maharashtra

5 popular places in India to try paragliding

If you wish to fly like a bird in the open sky while enjoying the fresh breeze and mesmerizing surroundings, then paragliding is the perfect adventure sport for you.

07 Apr 2022

Travel And Tourism

5 offbeat tourist destinations in Tamil Nadu

The state of Tamil Nadu has several tourist destinations that offer stunning natural beauty to visitors.

07 Apr 2022

Travel And Tourism

Top 5 tourist destinations in Mahabalipuram

Mahabalipuram in Tamil Nadu is a backpacker's delight.

01 Apr 2022

Delhi

5 must-visit zoological parks in India

Growing up we used to be so curious about zoo visits.

14 Mar 2022

Travel And Tourism

Visit the mysterious Guna Caves near Kodaikanal

British officer BS Ward made the initial discovery of the Guna Caves near Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu, in 1821.

09 Mar 2022

Travel And Tourism

5 most popular things to do in Kodaikanal

Situated in Tamil Nadu, Kodaikanal literally translates to "the gift of the forest."

TN suicide case: Supreme Court refuses to stay CBI probe

The Supreme Court of India has agreed to hear a petition filed by the Tamil Nadu Police against a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe in the suicide of a 17-year-old schoolgirl.

04 Feb 2022

Lifestyle

Top 5 tourist destinations in Yercaud

Located in Tamil Nadu, Yercaud is a beautiful hill station known for its blissful waterfalls, blue hills, serene lakes, and lush gardens.

25 Jan 2022

Suicide

Lavanya suicide: HC issues directive to person who recorded video

The Madurai bench of the Madras High Court has asked the person, who had recorded the viral video that is at the center of the M Lavanya suicide case, to hand over his mobile phone.

18 Jan 2022

West Bengal

Rajnath writes to Stalin, Mamata over R-Day tableaux exclusion row

Amid a row over the exclusion of Tamil Nadu and West Bengal's tableaux from the Republic Day parade, Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has written to Chief Ministers of Tamil Nadu (MK Stalin) and West Bengal (Mamata Banerjee).

11 Jan 2022

COVID-19

Tamil Nadu: Jallikattu allowed with curbs; check details here

The Tamil Nadu government on Monday allowed the traditional Jallikattu event across the state with certain COVID-19-related restrictions in place.

09 Jan 2022

Chennai

5 things to do in Chennai

The capital city of Tamil Nadu, Chennai is well-known for its magnificent temples, vivacious culture, serene beaches, and mouth-watering cuisine.

08 Jan 2022

Ooty

5 amazing things to do in Ooty

Nestled in the lap of the Nilgiri Hills in the south Indian state of Tamil Nadu, Ooty is a beautiful hill town known for its stunning mountain views and gorgeous tea gardens.

15 Dec 2021

Health & Wellness

Top 7 tourist destinations in Coonoor

Located in the state of Tamil Nadu, Coonoor is nothing less than nature's paradise.

11 Dec 2021

Indian Army

6 more officers' bodies identified in IAF chopper tragedy

The mortal remains of six more defence officials killed in the Tamil Nadu chopper crash have been identified.

10 Dec 2021

Rajnath Singh

General Bipin Rawat cremated with full military honors

The funeral of General Bipin Rawat and his wife was held at Brar Square crematorium in Delhi Cantonment on Friday.

08 Dec 2021

Narendra Modi

Defence chief Bipin Rawat dies in Tamil Nadu helicopter crash

General Bipin Rawat, the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), died on Wednesday after a military chopper crashed in Coonoor, Tamil Nadu.

08 Dec 2021

Bipin Rawat

13 dead after IAF chopper carrying CDS Bipin Rawat crashes

An Indian Air Force chopper crashed in Tamil Nadu on Wednesday, ANI reported.

28 Nov 2021

Chennai

Chennai witnesses record rainfall in 200 years, several areas flooded

Several areas in Chennai witnessed floods as incessant rainfall continued in many parts of the Tamil Nadu capital on Sunday.

23 Nov 2021

Karnataka

Southern India to witness widespread rains for next 5 days

Southern India, including Karnataka, Kerala, Mahe, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal, is likely to witness widespread light to moderate rainfall during the next five days, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said.

22 Nov 2021

Karnataka

Tamil Nadu win 2021/22 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Records broken

Tamil Nadu have been crowned champions of the 2021/22 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy after beating Karnataka in the final.

20 Nov 2021

Narendra Modi

Andhra Pradesh: 17 dead, over 100 missing after heavy rains

At least 17 people died and more than 100 went missing due to flash flooding caused by heavy rainfall in Andhra Pradesh.

19 Nov 2021

Karnataka

IMD issues flash flood warning for Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a flash flood warning for the southern states of Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Puducherry.

17 Nov 2021

Chennai

Chennai to receive heavy rains as red alert issued

Chennai will likely witness a spell of heavy rainfall from Wednesday night due to a low pressure over the Bay of Bengal.

11 Nov 2021

Chennai

TN rains: Chennai streets flooded; airport arrivals resume after suspension

The heavy rains in Tamil Nadu worsened on Thursday as the depression over the Bay of Bengal crossed the coast near Chennai in the evening.

10 Nov 2021

Rainfall

Red alert in TN amid rains; death toll reaches 8

A red alert for heavy to very heavy rainfall has been issued for 20 districts across Tamil Nadu on Wednesday and Thursday.

09 Nov 2021

Chennai

TN rains: Red alert sounded; flood warning for low-lying areas

Intense rainfall is set to continue in Chennai and its neighboring districts in Tamil Nadu, the India Meteorological Department has predicted.