Topic: Tamil Nadu

Cyclone Murasu threat rises, evacuation planned for 30,000 coastal residents

Cyclone Murasu has intensified over the Bay of Bengal, prompting high alerts in Andhra Pradesh, Odisha and Tamil Nadu and evacuation plans for about 30,000 people.

Kauvery Hospital launches campaign for knee health among elderly women

Kauvery Hospital in Salem, Tamil Nadu, has launched the ‘Padiyeru Paati’ campaign to raise awareness among elderly women about knee pain and mobility problems.

Tamil Nadu too could produce a Prime Minister: Vice President

Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan said in Madurai on October 30 that a person from Tamil Nadu too could become India’s Prime Minister in future.

Rain Continues in Madhya Pradesh, Heavy Rain Alert for Tamil Nadu

Rain continues in Madhya Pradesh after the monsoon withdrawal, while a heavy to very heavy rain alert has been issued for Tamil Nadu on 23 October.

BJP attacks Vijay government over parole for five Coimbatore blast convicts

Five life convicts in the 1998 Coimbatore serial blasts case have been granted 60 days’ parole, prompting a sharp BJP attack on the Vijay government in Tamil Nadu.

Indian Researchers Identify Mars-Like Geological Sites in Tamil Nadu, India

Indian researchers have identified geological sites in Tamil Nadu whose mineral composition and environmental features resemble certain regions of Mars.

India launches first dengue vaccination drive, claims 80 percent protection

India has launched its first dengue vaccination drive on a pilot basis in Tamil Nadu’s Tenkasi district, using Takeda’s Qdenga vaccine.

Tamil Nadu rewards Asian Games medallists, cricketers with cash prizes

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay honoured Asian Games 2026 and 46th Chess Olympiad performers, awarding Rs 8.25 crore to 18 players in Chennai.

Early Tamil Nadu bypoll trends bring relief for Chief Minister Vijay

Early trends in the Tamil Nadu bypoll have intensified political activity, with initial indications reportedly positive for Chief Minister Vijay.

Stalin questions CM Vijay’s silence on SIR-CEC controversy before bypolls

DMK chief MK Stalin has questioned Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay’s silence on the SIR and Election Commission controversy ahead of October 6 bypolls.

High Court Reserves Order on Ambasamudram Bypoll, Stay Continues for Now

The Madras High Court has reserved its order on a PIL against holding bypolls in five Tamil Nadu Assembly seats, including Ambasamudram, as an interim stay continues.

DMK Will Regret Decision To Leave INDIA Bloc, Congress Says

Political exchanges between Congress and DMK have intensified after DMK left the INDIA bloc, with Manickam Tagore saying parties that leave will regret it.

Student Dies After Common Fever Turns Out to Be Scrub Typhus

Concern has grown after a 20-year-old Anna University student in Tamil Nadu died from scrub typhus, an infection spread by infected chigger bites.

From Grazing Buffaloes to IAS: C Vanmathi’s Story of Determination

C. Vanmathi of Sathyamangalam in Tamil Nadu overcame financial hardship, family responsibilities and repeated setbacks to secure AIR 152 in the 2015 civil services examination.

CAG report raises questions over Tamil Nadu Jal Jeevan Mission

CAG performance audit raises concerns over Tamil Nadu Jal Jeevan Mission, citing gaps in water supply, tap installation, testing facilities and monitoring.

Tamil language push: CM Vijay gets key Assembly resolution passed

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay moved a resolution seeking Centre’s approval to recognise Tamil as the principal language of the Madras High Court.

Tamil Nadu Assembly passes CM Vijay’s resolution on Madras High Court

Tamil Nadu Assembly unanimously passed Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay’s resolution seeking Centre’s approval to recognise Tamil as the principal language of the Madras High Court.

ISRO Clears CE20 Cryogenic Engine for Next LVM3 Mission

India's space programme has cleared a key propulsion milestone for the next LVM3 mission. The CE20 cryogenic engine assigned to the LVM3-M7 vehicle comp...

Youth Leadership Is Reshaping Tamil Nadu’s Political Equations and Debate

Growing youth participation and leadership churn are reshaping political debate in Tamil Nadu, reflecting changing aspirations around jobs, governance and development.

DMK Criticizes ED Raids On TN Minister

The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) has strongly criticized the Enforcement Directorate