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The AIADMK leader – S Jayagopal is a former councillor and Kancheepuran East Mandram Assistant Secretary. Jayagopal erected the hoardings in Pallikaranai to announce the wedding of his son. Deputy Chief Minister O Paneerselvam was also one of the invitees at the event. (Photo: File)

AIADMK leader booked for erecting illegal hoardings that killed Chennai techie

A complaint was filed by the Greater Chennai Corporation and the Pallikaranai police have booked the AIADMK leader.

13 Sep 2019 3:58 PM

The Chennai city police in a media statement said, S Yesupadam, a supervisor working along with four maids in the Lankalingham's bungalow broke upon the door when Reeta didn't open the door till 9 AM. When he opened the door, he found Reeta's lifeless body hanging from the ceiling fan. He informed the Nungambakkam police about the incident who rushed on site. (Photo: File | Representational)

Chennai: Lanson joint MD Reeta Lankalingham found dead, suicide suspected

The statement added that there was no suicide note found on site in Reeta's room.

12 Sep 2019 9:01 PM

The government has announced merger of 10 public sector banks (PSBs) into four strong lenders with countrywide networks and global reach to boost credit and revive economic growth, said the minister. (Photo: ANI)

Modi government has taken landmark steps in past 100 days: Sitharaman

Listing major achievements in first 100 days, FM said creating robust infrastructure is imperative for fast-growing economy like India.

10 Sep 2019 5:31 PM

Tamil Nadu Chief minister E Palaniswami. (Photo: File)

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister woos investors in Dubai

'TN has taken initiatives to promote sectors like e-vehicle manufacturing, electronics, food processing, aircraft MRO facilities,' he said.

09 Sep 2019 9:55 PM

Vikram while on its descent to soft land on the lunar’s south polar region apparently lost control and crash landed on the lunar surface snapping communication links. On September 8, Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) said it has found its moon lander Vikram on the lunar surface. (Photo: Twitter)

Tamil Nadu temple holds special prayers to establish link with Chandrayaan-2's Vikram lander

According to him, Monday is a special day for Chandran God. Chandran is also known as ‘Thingal’ in Tamil and Monday in Tamil is ‘Thingal’.

09 Sep 2019 8:32 PM

'The new investments will benefit youth (in Tamil Nadu) as over 25,000 jobs will be created,' the release said. (Photo: Twitter | @TNChiefminister)

Palaniswami US visit: TN attracts investments worth over Rs 2,700 crore

The companies included Jean Martin, Scitus Pharma, Novitium Labs, Aspire Consulting and Zillion Technologies.

04 Sep 2019 12:19 PM

FM Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday unveiled a mega plan to merge 10 public sector banks into four as part of plans to create fewer and stronger global-sized banks. (Photo: File | ANI)

There will not be single job loss due to merger of banks: FM

I have very clearly underlined the fact that there shall not be one employee removed, said Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman.

01 Sep 2019 4:55 PM

The BJP leader said that the party's senior leadership will meet around 2,000 people across the country and will explain to them the idea behind scrapping provisions of Article 370. (Photo: ANI)

BJP to launch 'One Nation One Constitution' campaign in wake of abrogation of Article 370

A few days back, DMK along with several Opposition leaders had staged a protest against the revocation of Article 370.

31 Aug 2019 7:55 PM

Francis made a total of 37 appearances in all competitions for CFC over the two years and was a versatile presence across midfield. (Photo: Twitter/ Chennaiyin FC)

ISL 2019-20: Chennaiyin FC midfielder, Francisco Fernandes, leaves club

The 33-year-old Goan bids adieu as an Indian Super League title winner, having lifted the trophy with CFC in the 2017-18 season.

31 Aug 2019 6:17 PM

Having joined CFC in 2015, double Indian Super League title winner Karanjit Singh will be stepping into his fifth season with the club. (Photo: Facebook/ Karanjit Singh))

ISL 2019-20: Chennaiyin FC's Karanjit Singh extends stay, takes player/goalkeeper coach role

The 33-year-old would also take up the role of Chennaiyin goalkeeping coach for the upcoming season apart from playing.

31 Aug 2019 5:22 PM

Vijay expressed his desire of playing for India but added that he can contribute to the sport in other ways as well like getting the youngsters in the right mindset. (Photo: PTI)

'I play cricket for sheer passion', says Murali Vijay

Apart from the Indian cricket team, Vijay plays for Indian Premier League's (IPL) franchise, Chennai Super Kings.

31 Aug 2019 4:48 PM

The Union would meet in New Delhi on September 11 to decide on going on strike.

Bank employees stage protest against Centre's decision to merge PSU banks

Employees of all public and private sector banks wore black badges to work as a mark of protest to the govt's decision.

31 Aug 2019 2:19 PM

The Madras High Court dismissed on Thursday Rajiv Gandhi assassination case convict Nalini Sriharan's plea seeking direction to the state to press the governor decide on its recommendation for premature release of all the seven people, including her, serving life term in the case. (Photo: File)

HC dismisses Nalini's plea on premature release in Rajiv Gandhi assassination case

Former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi was assassinated by an LTTE suicide bomber on May 21, 1991, during an election rally near Sriperumbudur.

29 Aug 2019 1:55 PM

‘After 20 years a chief minister of Tamil Nadu is travelling abroad, Palaniswami is on a study tour and to attract investments in Tamil Nadu,’ the statement reads. (Photo: ANI)

Tamil Nadu CM embarks on 3 nations study tour after 20 years

TN organised second global investor's meet in January in which investment deals worth 3 lakh crore were signed with various investors.

28 Aug 2019 4:35 PM

Two-time Indian Super League champion Chennaiyin FC on Tuesday announced the signing of 33-year old Maltese forward Andre Schembri on a free transfer ahead of the 2019-20 campaign. (Photo:AFP)

Chennayin Fc buys Andre Schembri on free transfer

The versatile forward will become the first player from Malta to play for CFC as well as in the ISL, a release said.

28 Aug 2019 12:35 PM

Earlier, the statues of the highly respected rational leader EVR Periyar were found vandalised in some parts of the state, drawing widespread condemnation. (Photo: Representational image)

Political leaders condemn vandalism of Ambedkar statue in Tamil Nadu

Peace prevailed Nagapattinam district, as officials moved swiftly to replace the damaged statue of Ambedkar with a new one.

26 Aug 2019 3:42 PM

The Tamil Nadu government on Monday launched its exclusive education TV channel, aimed at benefiting students of classes I to XII. (Photo: File)

TN CM K Palaniswami launches exclusive education TV channel

Senkottaiyan said the launch of the TV channel in Tamil Nadu was being 'done for the first time.'

26 Aug 2019 2:55 PM

A Chennai-based software engineer has been arrested for allegedly luring several women with a front-office job at a five-star hotel in return for their nude photos, police said on Saturday. (Representational Image)

Chennai techie lured women with jobs for nude photos; arrested

A case was registered under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) based on the woman's complaint.

25 Aug 2019 9:23 AM

Police at a check-post at Christianpettai near Vellore close to the AP border examining the boot of a car late Saturday night. (Photo: K. Senthil Nathan)

5 detained after terror warning in Tamil Nadu, Kerala

The two were reportedly taken to a police guest house in Thrissur for questioning.

25 Aug 2019 7:32 AM

Venkaiah Naidu bats for learning in local language up to Class 6

People should learn as many languages as possible without neglecting their own mother tongue,” the vice-president said.

25 Aug 2019 5:39 AM

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