Tamil Nadu

Chennai cop buys phone for schoolboy after he gets caught stealing one for online classes

In Chennai, a police inspector bought a young boy a new phone so that he would be able to attend online classes. This was after the boy had stolen a phone, because his family couldn't afford one. Citizens have been impressed by the inspector's show of kindness.

Sep 22, 2020

Bigg Boss Tamil 4: Uncertainity looms over Kamal Haasan's show after 2 signed contestants test coronavirus positive

There are rumours that two of the contestants signed for Bigg Boss Tamil 4 have tested positive for Covid-19.

Sep 21, 2020

Tamil Nadu announces policies for cybersecurity, blockchain, AI

Tamil Nadu has announced new policies for cybersecurity, blockchain and Artificial Intelligence, CM Palaniswami said on Saturday.

Sep 20, 2020

Sun TV serial actress is absconding after her plan to rob her home goes haywire

Tamil TV actress Suchitra is absconding after her husband was arrested in a theft case by the Chennai cops.

Sep 16, 2020

Fact-Check: No, K Annamalai did not say this about NEET; beware of Fake accounts

A fake account tweeted with K Annamalai's name and managed to hoodwink the public and the media that the opinions expressed were those of BJP politician, Annamalai's.

Sep 15, 2020

Prospect of Sasikala's early release looms over Tamil Nadu politics

The Central Prison in Bengaluru has responded to an RTI query saying that Sasikala might be released in January 2021. This has created a stir in Tamil Nadu politics.

Sep 15, 2020

Hindi Diwas 2020: Resistance from Non-Hindi speakers mounts

As the government and many in the public celebrate Hindi on Hindi Diwas, cries of resistance are being heard in other states, Non-Hindi speakers are resisting Hindi imposition.

Sep 14, 2020

NEET Exam 2020 update: Karnataka students arrive; protests continue in Madurai

The NEET exam 2020 was held on Sunday, and students arrived at centres in Karnataka. However, this is not the case everywhere, as protests are being held in Madurai outside the exam centre following the attempted suicide by 4 candidates.

Sep 13, 2020

NEET aspirant dies by suicide fearing exam outcome; leaves behind apology note

"If I don't secure a medical seat, all of your efforts will have gone in vain. I am sorry. I am tired," read a suicide note left by 19-year-old Jyothi Sri Durga.

Sep 12, 2020

Posting in Hindi cell irks GST official in Chennai: 'Imposing Hindi on me'

After being posted in the Hindi cell, an IRS officer who worked for GST Chennai has objected to being made to work in the Hindi cell when he can't understand Hindi. A letter written by him to the CBIC claims Hindi imposition on him.

Sep 8, 2020

Tamil Nadu: Three-storey building collapses in Coimbatore killing 2, many rescued

In Coimbatore on Sunday night a building collapsed, in which two people lost their lives. While 7 of the 8 trapped were rescued, rescue operations continue in search of the eighth individual.

Sep 7, 2020

Kiran Shruthi awarded PM's baton at Dikshant Parade; Kiran Bedi shares moment on Twitter

While interacting with the Prime Minister through a video conference, Kiran Shruthi said that her name is Kiran because her parents named her after Kiran Bedi

Sep 5, 2020

Tamil Nadu: Explosion at firecracker factory kills 7, injures 4

On Friday, seven people died following an explosion in Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu at a firecracker factory. Four others have been injured. One of the dead happens to be the owner of the factory.

Sep 4, 2020

Tamil Nadu extends COVID lockdown till Sept 30 with relaxations

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister K. Palaniswami on Sunday announced the extension of coronavirus-induced lockdown in the state till September 30, but with several relaxations including scrapping of Sunday lockdown, e-pass system for inter-district journey and others.

Aug 31, 2020

COVID survivor is Asia's first to receive a lung transplant in Chennai

In Chennai, doctors performed the first bilateral lung transplant in Asia on a patient who recovered from COVID-19. The patient was a 48-year-old from Delhi.

Aug 29, 2020

Karnataka's 'Singham' K Annamalai joins BJP ahead of Tamil Nadu's 2021 polls

Former IPS officer K Annamalai, who was known for integrity and service, made his foray into Indian politics by joining BJP on Tuesday. All set to enter the Tamil Nadu political landscape, what does this mean for the BJP in the 2021 assembly elections?

Aug 25, 2020

Tamil Nadu man, who attempted to sexually assault US woman, arrested

The man, who is a native of Namakkal, was roaming around the temple town falsely claiming to be a saint "attempted to sexually assault" the woman, as per a senior police official.

Aug 24, 2020

Ganesh Chaturthi 2020: Corona-themed Ganesha idol graces Chennai woman's home

A Chennai woman decorates her house with Corona-themed Ganesha & thousands of Ganesha idols to celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi.The Corona-themed idol paid tribute to COVID-19 warriors holding cut-outs of doctors, masks, medicines, sanitiser and disinfects.

Aug 22, 2020

If they can't follow Hindi, they 'can leave': AYUSH Secretary to Doctors in webinar

With the ongoing debate on Hindi imposition, AYUSH Secretary Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha recently sparked outrage for telling Tamil delegates in a training webinar who asked for the session in English, to leave if they can't follow.

Aug 22, 2020

Madras Day 2020: Celebrating 381 years of the city; how the day came to be

Madras, now known as Chennai is one of India's oldest cities, that has come to be loved around the world. On 22nd August, the city celebrates 381 years of its existence.

Aug 22, 2020

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Tamil Nadu

Chennai cop buys phone for schoolboy after he gets caught stealing one for online classes

Bigg Boss Tamil 4: Uncertainity looms over Kamal Haasan's show after 2 signed contestants test coronavirus positive

Tamil Nadu announces policies for cybersecurity, blockchain, AI

Sun TV serial actress is absconding after her plan to rob her home goes haywire

Fact-Check: No, K Annamalai did not say this about NEET; beware of Fake accounts

Prospect of Sasikala's early release looms over Tamil Nadu politics

Hindi Diwas 2020: Resistance from Non-Hindi speakers mounts

NEET Exam 2020 update: Karnataka students arrive; protests continue in Madurai

NEET aspirant dies by suicide fearing exam outcome; leaves behind apology note

Posting in Hindi cell irks GST official in Chennai: 'Imposing Hindi on me'

Tamil Nadu: Three-storey building collapses in Coimbatore killing 2, many rescued

Kiran Shruthi awarded PM's baton at Dikshant Parade; Kiran Bedi shares moment on Twitter

Tamil Nadu: Explosion at firecracker factory kills 7, injures 4

Tamil Nadu extends COVID lockdown till Sept 30 with relaxations

COVID survivor is Asia's first to receive a lung transplant in Chennai

Karnataka's 'Singham' K Annamalai joins BJP ahead of Tamil Nadu's 2021 polls

Tamil Nadu man, who attempted to sexually assault US woman, arrested

Ganesh Chaturthi 2020: Corona-themed Ganesha idol graces Chennai woman's home

If they can't follow Hindi, they 'can leave': AYUSH Secretary to Doctors in webinar

Madras Day 2020: Celebrating 381 years of the city; how the day came to be

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