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Chennai Ration Card Camp On June 13: Name Addition, Address Change And Mobile Update Services Available

Chennai residents can avail ration card services, including name addition, address changes, and mobile number updates at special Public Distribution System grievance camps across the city on June 13.

Chennai Power Cut Today: Electricity To Be Suspended For 5 Hours In Several Areas; Check Full List Of Affected Localities

A five-hour scheduled power outage from 9 AM to 2 PM will affect several Chennai localities on June 10 as authorities carry out maintenance work, with residents advised to prepare in advance.

Chennai Power Cut June 9: Over 50 Areas To Face Outage - Check Affected Areas and Timings

Chennai will face significant power outages on June 9, as TANGEDCO conducts scheduled maintenance affecting over 50 areas from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Key localities impacted include Kovoor, Pallavaram, Karampakkam, and Thiruverkadu.

YouTuber Maridhas Arrested for Allegedly Criticising Vijay-Led TVK Govt

YouTuber Maridhas was arrested by Chennai City Police in Madurai on June 8 for allegedly posting critical content about the state government and its officials. He reported on social media that over ten officers arrived at his residence for the arrest.

Annamalai Wasn't Born Annamalai: The Story Behind The Tamil Nadu Leader's Name

Before becoming one of Tamil Nadu's most prominent political leaders, K Annamalai was known by a different name. Here's the story behind his name change and political rise.

VIDEO: Massive Fire At Chennai's Pallikaranai Dumpyard, Over 100 Vehicles Gutted

A major fire broke out at Chennai's Pallikaranai dumpyard, sending thick plumes of smoke across the area. Six fire tenders were deployed as authorities worked to bring the blaze under control.

Major Security Breach At TN Power Board HQ As Hard Disks Go Missing

More than 10 hard disks containing tender, procurement and administrative records have reportedly been stolen from TNEB headquarters in Chennai. Police and vigilance officials have launched investigations.

Chennai Power Cut Today: No Electricity For 5 Hours in THESE Key Areas - See Timings

Several areas in Chennai, including Annasalai and Thiruverkadu, will face a scheduled power shutdown from 9 am to 2 pm on June 2 due to maintenance work by the electricity department.

TN CM Vijay Explains Choice of Black and White Suit in Public

Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay addressed criticism regarding his choice of wearing only black and white clothing after his recent election victory.

'Your First Servant; Will Walk on MGR, Periyar’s Path': TN CM Vijay at Thank‑You Rally in Trichy East

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay celebrated his recent electoral victory with a roadshow in Trichy, expressing gratitude to constituents from Tiruchirappalli East.

Chennai Bar Brawl Turns Deadly as Car Rams Two-Wheeler, Kills 18-Year-Old Woman

A violent altercation between two groups in a Chennai nightclub led to the death of an 18-year-old Sri Lankan Tamil refugee woman and the injury of a 17-year-old girl.

AIADMK To TVK? Speculation Swirls Around C Vijayabaskar, CV Shanmugam

AIADMK leaders C Vijayabaskar and CV Shanmugam are holding consultations with loyalists, fuelling speculation over a possible move to Vijay’s TVK.

‘Shut Up Clown’: TN Minister Keerthana’s Video Promoting Investment Gets Misogynistic Backlash

A video of Tamil Nadu Industries and Investment Promotion minister, Virudhai Magal Keerthana, went viral on social media, but for all the wrong reasons, after she began to face misogynistic backlash over her attire.

'Judges Not Holy Cows': Madras HC Remark Puts Spotlight Back On NCERT Textbook Row

The Madras High Court said corruption exists in the judiciary and judges should not be treated as “holy cows” while dismissing a plea seeking a ban on Tamil film ‘Karuppu’.

'Breaking Through A Mountain': Pawan Kalyan Explains Why Vijay Succeeded Faster In Politics

Pawan Kalyan said Vijay became Tamil Nadu CM because fans united behind him, while Andhra Pradesh politics remains divided by caste and party loyalties.

AIADMK Exodus Continues: E Subaya Resigns, Joins Ruling TVK

AIADMK’s Ambasamudram MLA E Subaya has resigned from his Assembly post amid the ongoing political crisis in Tamil Nadu. He has joined the ruling TVK.

'How Can Speaker Accept Resignations?' AIADMK Cries Foul Over Rebel MLAs Joining TVK

Senior EPS camp leaders met Tamil Nadu Assembly Speaker JCD Prabhakar Tuesday a day after after three AIADMK MLAs resigned.

Chennai Power Cut Tomorrow: Over 70 Locations To Face 5 Hour Outage - Check Timings and List of Affected Areas

On May 26, certain areas in Chennai will experience a planned power outage lasting five hours due to maintenance work. The electricity is expected to return by 2 PM, contingent on the timely completion of the tasks. Affected neighborhoods include T.Nagar, Dasarathapuram, Saligramam, K.K.Nagar, Virugambakkam, Chinmiya Nagar, Thiruverkadu, and Iyyappanthangal.

17-Year-Old Hacked To Death Near Madurai's Meenakshi Temple; BJP Corners Vijay Sarkar

The hacking to death of a 17-year-old boy near Madurai’s Meenakshi Temple has triggered a political row in Tamil Nadu, with BJP attacking Vijay’s TVK government over law and order.

Coimbatore Murder Case: Woman Cop, Officers Slammed For ‘Laughing’ At Press Briefing - VIDEO

The clip reportedly shows three officers, including a woman officer and the West Zone Inspector General, appearing to smile during the media interaction on the sensitive case.

'Bent Coconut Tree': DMK's Cryptic Swipe Over Vijay Cabinet Explained

DMK leader A Raja posted a cryptic message after VCK and IUML MLAs joined Chief Minister Vijay’s Cabinet in Tamil Nadu, triggering speculation over shifting political alliances.

Row Over Sequence of Tamil Thaai Vaazthu at Ministers’ Oath, DMK Calls It 'Disrespect'

A political controversy arose in Tamil Nadu after the Tamil Thaai Vaazhthu was performed last during the swearing-in of new ministers.

Senior IPS Officer A Amalraj Appointed Greater Chennai Police Commissioner

Senior IPS officer A Amalraj (1996 batch), who was on compulsory wait, has been appointed Commissioner of Police, Greater Chennai.