Tamil Nadu News

DMK Launches Statewide Membership Drive Ahead of 2026 Tamil Nadu Polls

DMK chief MK Stalin kicks off 'Udanpirappe Vaa' membership drive, meeting 234 constituency leaders before 2026 elections to strengthen party structure.

Thirumavalavan Signals VCK's Strategic Seat Push in 2026 TN Polls

VCK leader outlines plans for more seats while maintaining INDIA bloc unity against BJP-AIADMK alliance's communal politics

MK Stalin Seeks Relief for Tamil Families After Delhi Demolition

Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin urges Delhi CM Rekha Gupta to address the crisis faced by 370 displaced Tamil families after Madrasi Camp demolition.

Chennai Metro Girders Collapse Kills Motorcyclist in Ramapuram

One dead as metro rail girders collapse in Chennai's Ramapuram, CMRL confirms accident during Phase 2 construction.

Kamal Haasan Elected Unopposed to Rajya Sabha With DMK Support

Actor-politician Kamal Haasan and five others, including DMK and AIADMK nominees, secure Rajya Sabha seats unopposed from Tamil Nadu.

Ramadoss vs Anbumani PMK Power Struggle Ends in Political Stalemate

PMK founder Ramadoss reveals family political tensions, claims son Anbumani attempting to sideline him from party leadership

Udhayanidhi Stalin Honors Gukesh Praggnanandhaa Chithambaram for Chess Wins

TN Deputy CM celebrates Tamil Nadu chess stars Gukesh, Praggnanandhaa, and Chithambaram for top finishes in Norway and Armenia tournaments.

Stalin Launches Mettur Dam Water Release for Delta Farming

Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin ceremonially releases Mettur dam water, marking crucial irrigation season start for agricultural delta regions

NDRF Deployed as Tamil Nadu Braces for Extreme Rainfall

NDRF teams mobilized in Nilgiris and Coimbatore as IMD issues red alert for potential landslides and heavy rainfall

Tamil Nadu Farmers Warn of Toxic Medical Waste Threat

Dharmapuri farmers raise alarm over dangerous biomedical waste dumping in agricultural lands and water sources, demanding urgent intervention

BJP's Nagendran Blasts DMK MLA's Sexist Remarks on Women

Tamil Nadu BJP chief condemns DMK leader's derogatory comments about women welfare scheme beneficiaries, exposes party's hypocrisy

Chennai Airport Battles Dangerous Laser Beam Threats

AAI and Chennai Police launch coordinated crackdown on laser beam incidents threatening flight safety near airport terminals

Chennai Airport Battles Dangerous Laser Beam Threats

AAI and Chennai Police unite to combat laser attacks threatening flight safety with coordinated enforcement strategies

Tamil Nadu 97% COVID Antibody Prevalence in Latest Sero Survey

Tamil Nadu's fifth serological survey reveals high COVID-19 antibody levels, highlighting effective vaccination and natural immunity across six districts.

Tamil Nadu Ghat Region Orange Alert Heavy Rainfall Warning

Severe weather alert issued for Nilgiris and Coimbatore regions with extremely heavy rainfall expected from June 13-16

Shekhawat Urges Tamil Nadu Cooperation on Keeladi Archaeology

Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat calls for scientific approach to Keeladi excavations, emphasizing collaborative research and historical integrity.

Vijay Strengthens TVK With Key Appointments Ahead of 2026 Polls

Actor-politician Vijay expands Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam with new office-bearers across Tamil Nadu and global Tamil diaspora for 2026 elections.

85 Hospitalised After Madurai Temple Festival Food Poisoning

Over 85 people admitted in Madurai due to suspected food poisoning after a temple festival meal, with health officials investigating the incident.

TN Police Shake-up Magesh Kumar Reinstated in Coastal Security

Tamil Nadu government transfers 18 police officers, reinstates suspended DIG Magesh Kumar amid organizational reshuffle

Vaiko Accuses BJP-RSS of Suppressing Keeladi Tamil History

MDMK leader Vaiko slams Centre for delaying Keeladi excavation reports, alleging BJP-RSS is distorting history to push Sanskrit narrative.

CPI(M) Demands More Seats from DMK for 2026 Tamil Nadu Polls

CPI(M) State Secretary P. Shanmugam warns against repeating 2021 seat compromises, seeks stronger Left presence in TN Assembly.

Anbumani Ramadoss Defies Father with Parallel PMK Meetings Amid Leadership Crisis

PMK leadership rift widens as Anbumani Ramadoss announces district meetings while Dr S. Ramadoss reshuffles party posts.

Tamil Nadu Fishers Demand Price Committee as Shrimp Tuna Rates Fall

Fishermen in Tamil Nadu seek government intervention as shrimp and tuna prices plummet post-fishing ban, threatening livelihoods.

Chennai Launches First Gig Worker Lounges in Anna Nagar and K.K. Nagar

GCC inaugurates dedicated lounges for gig workers in Chennai, offering safe rest zones with charging points, AC, and night-time security.

NGT Demands TN Report as Kerala Shipwreck Nurdles Reach Dhanushkodi

NGT seeks Tamil Nadu's cleanup plan after plastic nurdles from sunken MSC Elsa 3 spread to Dhanushkodi, threatening marine ecosystems.

TN Minister Thangam Thennarasu Slams BJP Over Keezhadi Excavation Delay

Tamil Nadu minister accuses BJP-led Centre of suppressing Tamil heritage by delaying Keezhadi excavation findings, sparking a political row.

CM Stalin Launches Chennai Metro Book Park and Statewide Libraries

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin inaugurates a 5,000-sqft Book Park at Chennai Central Metro and 110 new libraries to boost reading culture.

Shekhawat Challenges Keeladi Excavation Findings in Tamil Nadu

Union Minister questions archaeological research at Keeladi site, demands more scientific validation of historical evidence

Tamil Nadu Braces for Heavy Rainfall Ghat Region Orange Alert

RMC Chennai warns of intense monsoon rains in Coimbatore and Nilgiris districts, with potential flooding and thunderstorms expected

Nurdle Spill Threatens Dhanushkodi Flamingo Sanctuary Ecosystem

Plastic pellet pollution from sunken MSC ELSA 3 cargo ship endangers marine life in Tamil Nadu's critical coastal sanctuary

Stalin's Plan Panel Charts Tamil Nadu's EV Innovation Future

Tamil Nadu aims to transform automotive sector through comprehensive mobility innovation roadmap targeting R&D, skills, and infrastructure development

Vijay's TVK Gains Momentum with Key Bureaucrats Joining 2026 Polls

Actor Vijay's TVK expands political base by recruiting prominent ex-bureaucrats and legislators ahead of crucial Tamil Nadu Assembly elections

DMK's Raja Slams Amit Shah's Divisive Madurai Speech

DMK leader A. Raja attacks Amit Shah's Madurai speech, accusing him of spreading lies and undermining federalism in Tamil Nadu

Madras HC Urges Police to Prioritize Criminal Cases Over VIP Security

Madras High Court directs Chennai Police to focus on criminal investigations, reduce case backlogs, and improve justice delivery system

Supreme Court Stays Madras HC Order on Madurai Highway Toll

SC suspends Madras High Court decision blocking NHAI toll collection on Madurai-Tuticorin highway pending further examination

Tamil Nadu Launches Structured Reading Initiative for Schools

TN govt introduces comprehensive reading program for Classes 1-8 to boost literacy, library engagement, and student learning skills

Tamil Nadu Braces for Heavy Rains Amid Intense Heatwave

RMC forecasts heavy rainfall in multiple Tamil Nadu districts while extreme temperatures persist across interior regions

Lord Murugan Vaikasi Visakam Draws Massive Crowds in Thoothukudi

Thousands of devotees celebrate Lord Murugan's birth anniversary at Tiruchendur Subramanya Swamy Temple during vibrant 10-day festival

Tamil Nadu Launches Rs 3,360 Crore Urban Sewerage Upgrade

TN initiates massive underground sewerage project across 14 cities under AMRUT 2.0, transforming urban infrastructure and sanitation

Stalin's DMK Launches Digital Election Blitz for 2026 Tamil Nadu Polls

DMK's strategic digital campaign targets youth engagement and booth-level mobilization for upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections