Tamil Nadu

Nepal Floods: 20 Tamil Nadu Tourists Rescued, 83 Others Await Safety

A Tamil Nadu Minister stated that 20 tourists from a 57-member group visiting Nepal from Tamil Nadu and Puducherry have been rescued. However, rescue efforts for the remaining 34 members of the group have faced delays. Additionally, another group of 49 travellers who departed from Chennai to Nepal are also waiting to be brought to safety.

19 days agoSource: The Hindu — National1 sourceTrend 80

Cauvery Dispute: SC Adjourns Hearing by a Week as CWMA Meets Today

The Supreme Court has adjourned the hearing of Tamil Nadu's petition against Karnataka over the Cauvery water dispute for one week. The postponement occurred as the Cauvery Water Management Authority scheduled its 56th meeting in Delhi to finalize water release orders. Previously, the Cauvery Water Regulation Committee recommended that Karnataka release 9,000 cusecs of water daily to Tamil Nadu.

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22 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 79

Dayanidhi Maran Seeks EAM Help As 50 Tamil Nadu Tourists Go Missing

Member of Parliament Dayanidhi Maran has urged the External Affairs Minister to intervene after 50 tourists from Tamil Nadu reportedly went missing following flash floods in Nepal. The leader has requested immediate central government assistance to locate and safely rescue the stranded travellers.

20 days agoSource: India Today1 sourceTrend 78

Karnataka farmers protest against release of Kabini water to Tamil Nadu

Farmers in Karnataka have staged a protest march opposing the release of Kabini reservoir water to Tamil Nadu. The demonstration highlights the long-standing tensions between the two neighboring states regarding Cauvery basin water-sharing, which remains a critical livelihood issue for agricultural communities in both regions.

22 days agoSource: The Hindu — National1 sourceTrend 78

Stalin Urges Swift Rescue of 57 Tamils Stranded in Nepal Floods

DMK President M.K. Stalin and MP Dayanidhi Maran have urged the Union government to swiftly rescue 57 Indian tourists, including 36 women from Tamil Nadu, stranded in Nepal's Koshi River floods. Maran wrote to External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, requesting immediate intervention through the Indian Embassy to safely locate and evacuate the stranded travelers.

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20 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 77

Nepal Flash Floods: 57 Pilgrims from Tamil Nadu and Puducherry Stranded, 20 Safe

Devastating flash floods in Nepal have left several pilgrims from Tamil Nadu and Puducherry unaccounted for after a Mount Kailash pilgrimage. Twenty pilgrims have reached safety, but concerns remain following reports of a bus accident. The Tamil Nadu Chief Minister has ordered priority rescue missions and set up emergency contacts for families.

20 days agoSource: Times of India — Chennai1 sourceTrend 77

Nepal Floods: CM Vijay Assures Swift Action to Rescue Trapped Tamil Nadu Residents

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay has assured that prompt measures will be taken to rescue people from the state who are currently stranded due to floods in Nepal. The government is actively working to coordinate efforts to ensure the safety of the affected Tamil residents.

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20 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 76

Mettur Dam Water Release for Delta Irrigation Expected Soon as Levels Near 90 Feet

Water release from the Mettur Dam for Cauvery Delta irrigation is expected soon as water levels near 90 feet, driven by surplus water from Karnataka's Kabini Dam. Water Resources Minister Anand announced the upcoming release in the State Assembly. Salem District SP Kuthalingam inspected safety measures at the dam ahead of the potential launch by the Chief Minister.

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21 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 76

Tamil Nadu leaders urge swift rescue of Tamils stranded in Nepal floods

Political leaders in Tamil Nadu, including Chief Minister M.K. Stalin and AIADMK chief Edappadi K. Palaniswami, have urged the state and central governments to coordinate with Nepal to safely rescue stranded Tamil tourists. Reports indicate over 300 Indians, including many from Tamil Nadu, are caught in sudden flash floods, with the whereabouts of at least 37 Tamils currently unknown.

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20 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 76

TN to build housing for 2,500 SIPCOT workers and set up industrial parks

In the Tamil Nadu Assembly, Minister for Industries Keerthana announced the creation of new industrial parks and housing facilities for over 2,500 SIPCOT workers. The accommodation for industrial workers at the Gangaikondan SIPCOT Industrial Park will be constructed by Tamil Nadu Industrial Housing Private Limited through a public-private partnership model.

21 days agoSource: The Hindu — Tamil Nadu1 sourceTrend 76

103 Tamils Stranded in Nepal, Minister Rajmohan Tells Assembly

Tamil Nadu Minister Rajmohan informed the State Legislative Assembly on Thursday that 103 Tamil people are currently stranded in Nepal. The minister shared this information during an assembly session, raising concerns about the residents' safety.

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19 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 75

Cooum River Remains a Source of Drinking Water for Chennai Before Turning Polluted

A report by BBC Tamil highlights that contrary to the popular perception of the Cooum River being entirely a sewage canal, a section of the river still remains clean and continues to provide drinking water to Chennai. The feature traces the journey of the Cooum River before it enters the city limits and gets polluted.

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21 days agoSource: BBC Tamil1 sourceTrend 75

Thanjavur Family Appeals for Rescue of Mother Stranded in Nepal Floods

A family from Thanjavur has appealed to the state and central governments to locate and rescue Chitra, who is among 37 pilgrims from Tamil Nadu missing after severe floods and landslides in Nepal. Out of a 57-member spiritual tour group from Kumbakonam, only 20 have been safely rescued so far, leaving families highly anxious.

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19 days agoSource: ABP Nadu1 sourceTrend 75

Mobile Phones Banned at Tiruvannamalai Annamalaiyar Temple From September 1

The use of mobile phones will be banned inside the Tiruvannamalai Annamalaiyar Temple from September 1 to prevent photography and recording of reels, HR&CE Minister Ramesh announced. Following a surprise inspection, the minister also outlined plans for an online darshan booking system to curb middlemen, queue management improvements, and additional medical and security personnel.

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20 days agoSource: ABP Nadu1 sourceTrend 75

Madras High Court to Hear Election Cases, Online Liquor Sale Petition Today

The Madras High Court is scheduled to hear several key cases today, August 27. According to reports, the docket includes election petitions challenging the victories of C. Joseph Vijay and Aadhav Arjuna. Additionally, the court will hear a petition opposing the online liquor sale scheme and a self-cognized case regarding the implementation of Supreme Court guidelines on controlling stray dogs.

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19 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 74

Government Ordered to Reply Within 4 Weeks on Online Liquor Ban Petition

A court has directed the government to file a response within four weeks to a petition seeking a ban on online liquor sales. The directive comes in response to a public interest plea urging a prohibition on the online distribution of alcohol.

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19 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 74

ASI to restore historic exchange building and revamp Fort St George museum

The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) is set to restore the 230-year-old historic Exchange Building inside Fort St. George in Chennai. According to reports, the project will also include a major revamp of the colonial-era museum housed within the premises to preserve its heritage and improve the visitor experience.

24 days agoSource: Times of India — Chennai1 sourceTrend 74

Conduct excavations in Cauvery basin to understand Cholas, says archaeologist Amarnath Ramakrishna

Archaeologist Amarnath Ramakrishna has called for extensive archaeological excavations in the Cauvery basin to uncover deeper historical evidence about the Chola dynasty. Speaking in Thanjavur, the Archaeological Survey of India director also defended his Keeladi report, stating it is based on scientific facts and cannot be altered. He emphasized that deep-layer soil excavations are crucial to revealing Tamil Nadu's ancient history.

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24 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 74

Mettur Dam water inflow increases to 13,538 cusecs as water level rises

According to reports, the water inflow into Salem's Mettur Dam rose to 13,538 cusecs on Sunday evening from 12,883 cusecs. Consequently, the dam's water level increased from 86.53 feet to 86.83 feet. Currently, 2,000 cusecs of water is being discharged daily to meet drinking water needs, while the total storage stands at 49.09 TMC.

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23 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 74

Nepal Floods: Tamil Nadu Government Sets Up Helplines to Rescue Stranded Tamils

The Tamil Nadu government has announced emergency helpline numbers for Tamil Nadu residents stranded due to severe flooding in Nepal's Koshi River. According to the report, Chief Minister Vijay directed Tamil Nadu House officials in New Delhi to coordinate with the Ministry of External Affairs and the Indian Embassy in Nepal to ensure the safety and swift rescue of affected Tamils.

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20 days agoSource: ABP Nadu1 sourceTrend 73

CMWSSB Takes Control of Minjur Desalination Plant to Resolve North Chennai Water Issues

The Chennai Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (CMWSSB) has taken full control of the 100 MLD Minjur desalination plant following a Madras High Court order. The plant, previously run by a private operator, will initially produce 20 MLD of fresh water. CMWSSB is preparing a Detailed Project Report to restore its full capacity, which will benefit around nine lakh residents in North Chennai.

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22 days agoSource: ABP Nadu1 sourceTrend 73

Madras High Court Orders Closure of Eight Illegal Resorts in Coimbatore Forest

The Madras High Court has ordered the Coimbatore Collector to immediately shut down eight unlicensed resorts operating in the elephant corridors of Anaikatti, Coimbatore. Following a petition by Chennai-based activist Muralidharan, an inspection committee led by the Collector found that only two of ten operating resorts had proper approvals. The court directed authorities to submit a compliance report by September 18.

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19 days agoSource: ABP Nadu1 sourceTrend 73

11-Year-Old Boy Drowns in Waterlogged Area Caused by Pipeline Leak in Pudukkottai

An 11-year-old schoolboy named Magatheep drowned in a deep waterlogged area in Meppoodhagudi near Viralimalai, Pudukkottai district. The artificial pond was formed by water leaking from a Cauvery joint drinking water pipeline, which went unrepaired for several months despite multiple complaints. The child got stuck in the silt while bathing and suffocated.

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22 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 73

Keeladi Report Must Be Released to Enable Detailed Analysis, Says Archaeologist Amarnath Ramakrishna

Archaeological Survey of India Director Amarnath Ramakrishna stated in Thanjavur that the Keeladi excavation report must be officially published to allow for detailed analysis and peer review. He confirmed he has submitted the report, emphasizing that it cannot be altered as it is based entirely on scientific findings. He also called for extensive excavations across the Cauvery basin to uncover more of Tamil Nadu's ancient history.

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22 days agoSource: ABP Nadu1 sourceTrend 73

Hogenakkal Water Inflow Drops to 6,500 Cusecs; Coracle Ban Enters 12th Day

The water inflow to the Cauvery river at Hogenakkal in Dharmapuri district has decreased to 6,500 cusecs following a reduction in rainfall across Karnataka's catchment areas. Despite the decrease, the district administration has extended the ban on coracle operations for the 12th consecutive day, causing distress to local operators whose livelihoods have been severely affected.

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19 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 73

Fire breaks out at textile shop in Arakkonam

A fire broke out at a textile shop in Arakkonam, Ranipet district. Emergency services were alerted to the incident, and further details regarding the cause of the accident, property damage, and casualties are currently awaited.

19 days agoSource: The Hindu — Tamil Nadu1 sourceTrend 72

Sugarcane Disease and Jaggery Mill Closures Trigger Concern Among Thanjavur Farmers

Sugarcane farmers in Thanjavur's Ayyampettai region are facing severe distress as a persistent yellow leaf disease outbreak has drastically reduced crop yields. This shortage has led to the closure of numerous local jaggery-making units ahead of the festive season. Farmers are urging the Tamil Nadu government to provide disease-resistant seeds, scientific solutions, and harvesting machinery to salvage their livelihoods.

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21 days agoSource: ABP Nadu1 sourceTrend 72

New 63-Foot Temple Car Construction Begins at Kanchipuram Varadaraja Perumal Temple

Construction has commenced for a new 63-foot-tall temple car at the historic Sri Varadaraja Perumal Temple in Kanchipuram, estimated at ₹4.5 crore. Funded by a private donor, the project was officially launched by Tamil Nadu ministers and district officials. Designed by Sthapathi Kathiravan in the traditional Tondaimandalam style, the seven-tiered structure will take about a year to complete using a team of 60 experts.

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20 days agoSource: ABP Nadu1 sourceTrend 72

HC Directs Kanchipuram Temple to Decide on Opening Ananthasaras Tank

The Madras High Court has directed the Kanchipuram Devarajaswamy Temple administration to consider a plea seeking the opening of the Ananthasaras temple tank for Avani Avittam rituals. Justice Krishnan Ramasamy directed the administration to pass appropriate orders on the petition filed by the Thatha Desika Thiruvamsathar Sabhai, referencing a 2020 court order that allowed opening the tank on sacred days.

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20 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 72

The Hindu Launches Madras Week Video Series Exploring Chennai’s Changing Skyline and Coastline

The Hindu has launched a week-long video series titled 'Chennai Canvas: Madras Week' to mark the city's history. The first episode examines Chennai's transition from a flat landscape to a skyline of skyscrapers, the impact of urbanisation and erosion on its coastline, and the cultural legacy of the iconic Safire Theatre.

20 days agoSource: The Hindu — Cinema1 sourceTrend 72

Erode couple on spiritual tour to Nepal unreachable; relatives in distress

According to reports, a couple from Erode who traveled to Nepal for a spiritual tour has become unreachable. Their relatives are currently in distress as they are unable to establish contact with them. Further details regarding their identity and exact whereabouts are yet to be revealed.

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19 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 72

Rain Warnings, TVK Government Milestones, and Regional Developments Shape Tamil Nadu Today

A daily news roundup for Tamil Nadu highlights heavy rain warnings for Chennai and northern districts. Politically, Opposition Leader Udhayanidhi Stalin criticized the 105-day-old TVK administration led by Vijay over farmers' grievances, while reports indicate administrative shifts in corruption control. Additionally, land survey efforts began in Megamalai, and industrial expansions were announced for Pillaipakkam and Manalur.

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22 days agoSource: ABP Nadu1 sourceTrend 71

Tamil Nadu: Power Shutdown Scheduled in Multiple Districts on August 25

The Tamil Nadu Electricity Board has announced scheduled power outages in several districts on August 25, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM. The shutdown is required for routine monthly maintenance tasks, including clearing tree branches and repairing minor line faults. Affected areas include regions within Coimbatore, Cuddalore, Nagapattinam, Thanjavur, Pudukkottai, Theni, and Virudhunagar.

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22 days agoSource: ABP Nadu1 sourceTrend 71

Anti-drug awareness campaigns conducted at 62 autorickshaw stands across Chennai

An anti-drug awareness campaign was conducted across 62 autorickshaw stands in Chennai. The initiative aimed to educate auto drivers and the public about the dangers of drug abuse and trafficking, utilizing these busy transit points to spread the message effectively.

20 days agoSource: The Hindu — Cities Chennai1 sourceTrend 70

Tamil Nadu and Bengal pilgrims among 133 Indians missing in Nepal floods

Around 133 Indian pilgrims, including individuals from Tamil Nadu and West Bengal, are reportedly unaccounted for amid devastating floods in Nepal. According to Isha Foundation founder Sadguru, 77 members of the foundation were stationed at a Chinese government immigration facility in Gyirong, Tibet, when a mudslide occurred in the area.

20 days agoSource: Hindustan Times — India1 sourceTrend 70

Over 50 Tamil Nadu pilgrims stranded near Nepal-China border after flash floods

According to reports, more than 50 pilgrims from Tamil Nadu have been stranded near the Nepal-China border following flash floods in the Bhote Koshi River. Local authorities have initiated rescue efforts, which are currently underway to ensure the safe evacuation of the stranded individuals.

20 days agoSource: Hindustan Times — India1 sourceTrend 69

Candlelight Tribute Held in Thanjavur for Nepal Flood Victims

A candlelight tribute was organized in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, to honor the victims of the devastating floods in Nepal. Local participants gathered with candles to express their solidarity and pay respects to those who lost their lives in the recent natural disaster.

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19 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 69

168 South Indians, Mostly From Tamil Nadu, Missing in Nepal Floods

According to reports, 168 citizens from southern Indian states are currently missing following severe floods in Nepal. Officials indicate that the majority of those unaccounted for are from Tamil Nadu. Search and rescue operations are ongoing in the flood-affected regions as families await updates.

19 days agoSource: India Today1 sourceTrend 69

The history and destruction of Chennai's Narimedu which once threatened British rule

BBC Tamil reported on the history of Narimedu, an area in Chennai that once posed a strategic threat to the British East India Company. The report details how this historically significant highland region, which offered a vantage point overlooking Fort St. George, was eventually flattened and systematically destroyed by colonial authorities to secure their military dominance.

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24 days agoSource: BBC Tamil1 sourceTrend 68