Reiterating his commitment to constitutional propriety, the rule of law, autonomy and high academic standards of State-run Universities, Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi urged the DMK government to nominate a University Grants Commission (UGC) nominee…
Unseasonal Rain in Thai Month Threatens Paddy and Crops
As of early February 2026, IMD data shows that the winter season rainfall (from January 1 to February 1) for Tamil Nadu and Puducherry reached 33.2-33.4 mm, compared to a normal of about 12.4-12.5 mm.
SC Directs Centre to Set Up Tribunal for Pennaiyar River Water Dispute
The Supreme Court of India has directed the Central government to constitute a Water Disputes Tribunal within one month to resolve the
Vijay declares TVK as top engine
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leader and actor-turned-politician Vijay has strongly asserted that his party is the “top engine” capable of driving political change in Tamil Nadu, as the state gears up for the 2026 Assembly elections.
Travel is a classroom without books: Stalin
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Friday described travel as a “classroom without books” while addressing the Tamil Nadu Tourism Summit, underscoring the educational and cultural value of travel experiences.
Work tirelessly in the way of Anna: Stalin writes to cadres
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and DMK President M.K. Stalin has written an inspiring letter to party volunteers, urging them to remain dedicated to the values and legacy of Arignar C.N. Annadurai as the state heads into the 2026 Assembly elections.
TR Balu to head DMK alliance negotiation team
The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK)-led alliance is set to officially appoint a *lnegotiation team headed by senior leader T.R. Balu to conduct seat-sharing talks with partner parties ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, party sources said on Monday.
Vaiko says MDMK not seeking share in govt
Senior Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (MDMK) leader Vaiko has clarified that the party is not demanding a share in government in the upcoming 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, insisting that its priority is public welfare rather than power politics.
Gold prices plummet sharply
Gold and silver see significant declines in Chennai markets as prices correct after recent highs
Chennai, Feb 2: Gold prices in Chennai experienced a sharp fall on the first trading day of the week, with 22-carat jewellery gold dropping by ₹7,600 per sovereign (8 grams), according to local market data.
