Skip to content
Ad Maayaverse.com - World's first positive social network

Tamil Nadu News

Latest news from Tamil Nadu - Politics, Business, Sports, Entertainment and more

Sasikala’s return sparks fresh churn in Tamil Nadu politics
Politics

Sasikala’s return sparks fresh churn in Tamil Nadu politics

Sasikala’s reported return to active politics has triggered renewed discussion in Tamil Nadu, with parties and observers closely watching how the move could reshape alignments. The development has revived speculation about her role and influence in the state’s political arena, particularly given the continuing interest around leadership and legacy politics. Political circles are assessing whether the re-entry could affect existing strategies and voter outreach, as well as internal equations within rival camps.

Stalin jabs at Modi: More TN visits, bigger defeat margin
Politics

Stalin jabs at Modi: More TN visits, bigger defeat margin

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin on Monday took a dig at Prime Minister Narendra Modi ahead of the upcoming polls, suggesting that repeated visits by the PM to the state would only increase the margin of defeat for the BJP. Stalin’s remark came as political campaigning intensifies in Tamil Nadu, with national leaders stepping up their outreach in the run-up to voting. The DMK leader’s comment was framed as a response to Modi’s frequent engagements in the state, positioning the contest as one where the ruling party in Tamil Nadu expects to retain an advantage.

Madurai’s Goripalayam flyover: route, cost and key design features
General

Madurai’s Goripalayam flyover: route, cost and key design features

A four-lane flyover has been proposed for Goripalayam in Madurai, with the aim of easing traffic congestion in the area. The project is being reported as a major road infrastructure upgrade for the city. According to the report, the plan includes a defined route through the Goripalayam stretch, along with an estimated project cost. The flyover is expected to improve vehicle movement by separating through-traffic from junction-level traffic. The report also outlines key features and the design approach for the bridge, indicating a modern flyover structure intended to handle high traffic volumes. Details highlighted include the four-lane configuration and design elements meant to support smoother flow.

DMK begins door-to-door ‘Vellum Tamil Pengal’ drive to woo women voters
Politics

DMK begins door-to-door ‘Vellum Tamil Pengal’ drive to woo women voters

Chennai: Days after disbursing Rs 5,000 to 1.31 crore women beneficiaries, the DMK on Tuesday launched a door-to-door outreach campaign titled ‘Vellum Tamil Pengal’ (Victorious Tamil Women), aimed at women voters. Led by the party’s women’s wing, the campaign assigns 10 women cadres to each booth with a target of covering 20 households a day. Teams are expected to explain welfare schemes, canvass for votes and assess voter sentiment, which will be compiled and reported back to the party.

Drainage woes hit Uthandi kitchen for sanitary workers, residents complain
General

Drainage woes hit Uthandi kitchen for sanitary workers, residents complain

A kitchen set up for sanitary workers at a government school playground in Uthandi is facing recurring drainage problems just three months after its inauguration. Residents say food waste and kitchen effluent are spilling onto the road, creating an unbearable stench. The facility began operations in November 2025 despite strong opposition from locals. It functions from a rehabilitation building on the school grounds that was built by the local panchayat in the 1990s, and whose vacant rooms were also used by the school for practical classes. Residents allege that additional structures, including a parking area, were added, reducing space available for students’ playground activities.

46 Olive Ridley hatchlings released into sea at Besant Nagar
Environment

46 Olive Ridley hatchlings released into sea at Besant Nagar

Chennai wildlife officials released 46 Olive Ridley turtle hatchlings into the sea from the forest department’s hatchery at Besant Nagar, marking the first release of the ongoing nesting season. The hatchlings emerged from a clutch of 94 eggs. Officials said the remaining hatchlings were expected to emerge within a day, with more releases likely in the coming days. State forest secretary Supriya Sahu called the development encouraging, pointing to sustained efforts to protect the vulnerable species along Chennai’s coastline. This season, authorities have identified 209 nests across city beaches, collecting and relocating 24,531 eggs to hatcheries to protect them from predators, high tides and human disturbance.

Chennai ANIU busts meth ring; 6 arrested, ganja seized in raids
Crime

Chennai ANIU busts meth ring; 6 arrested, ganja seized in raids

Chennai’s Anti-Narcotics Intelligence Unit (ANIU) on Tuesday said it dismantled a methamphetamine distribution network operating in north Chennai, arresting six suspects and seizing 54g of the drug. The operation was centred around Chinnandimadam junction in Kodungaiyur. Police said the crackdown began on Monday after a confidential informant was used to set up a purchase from B Vinothkumar (26), an MBA graduate working as an accountant at a jewellery showroom in Sowcarpet. Vinothkumar allegedly asked his relative R Santhosh (23) to deliver 4g of methamphetamine, leading investigators to K Joseph (23), who runs a fast-food outlet in Kodungaiyur, where another 50g was recovered.