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The Greater Chennai Corporation has announced a 5% discount on property tax for residents who pay their dues on or before April 30, 2026. The move comes with the start of the 2026–27 financial year, during which property owners are required to settle their first half-year tax within 30 days.

The proposed integration of the Mass Rapid Transit System with Chennai Metro Rail Limited has reached a crucial final stage, marking a significant milestone for public transport in Chennai. The move is expected to transform urban mobility by bringing multiple rail systems under a unified operational framework.

In a significant development, power demand in Tamil Nadu has touched a new high for the third time this month, reaching 21,211 megawatts (MW) in a single day, according to electricity board officials. The surge underscores the growing pressure on the state’s power infrastructure as temperatures continue to rise sharply.