Chennai Suburban Rail Upgrade To Improve Arakkonam-Chengalpattu Connectivity   Arakkonam-Chengalpattu Line Upgrade The Arakkonam-Chengalpattu rail doubling project has received approval from Indian Railways, marking a major step for Chennai’s suburban rail upgrade. The Rs 993 crore project, covering 68 km under Southern Railway, is expected to reduce train congestion and improve movement on one of Tamil Nadu’s busy railway co

Amma Canteens Set For Upgrade Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay has directed officials to improve Amma Canteens across the state after complaints over poor maintenance, ageing kitchen equipment and declining food quality. The government has asked authorities to refurbish canteen buildings, upgrade kitchen infrastructure, buy additional cooking vessels and ensure that food served to the public remains clean, tasty and consistent. The move brings fresh focus to one of

S Rajesh Kumar’s Ministerial Oath Sparks Protocol Row In Chennai   Governor Stops Congress MLA During Oath A protocol issue briefly disrupted the Tamil Nadu Cabinet expansion in Chennai on Thursday, May 21, 2026, after Congress MLA S Rajesh Kumar added political remarks while taking oath as a state minister. Kumar, the Congress Legislature Party leader from Killiyoor, was reading the official oath when he praised K Kamaraj, Raj

Flamingos Make Pulicat Lake A Seasonal Attraction Pulicat Lake, a historic lagoon town near Chennai, has become one of the most popular bird watching places near Chennai during the migratory season. Every year, birders, wildlife lovers and photographers travel to the lake to see graceful flamingos moving across the shallow waters. The peaceful wetland, calm reflections and open views make Pulicat Lake bird ph

Vijay Meeting Video Sparks Debate Over Social Media Use In Governance   Viral Clip Raises Questions A video circulating on X has sparked debate after showing Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay meeting with disability rights representatives at the Tamil Nadu Secretariat in Chennai. The clip gained attention online as users discussed whether official meetings should be recorded and shared in a reel-style format. The video of

Fuel Prices Rise For Second Time In Five Days Fuel Prices Rise Again Petrol and diesel prices have gone up again across major Indian cities, marking the second fuel price hike within five days. The latest revision was made after oil companies increased retail fuel rates on Monday, adding more pressure on consumers already facing rising transport and household expenses. In New Delh

IIT Madras has invited applications for its web-enabled MTech and postgraduate diploma courses for the 2026 admission cycle. Interested candidates can apply till May 31 through the IIT Madras CODE portal. The programmes are designed for graduates and working professionals who want to continue higher education without leaving their jobs. For MTech courses, candidates must have a relevant educational qualification along with at least two years of work experience. The postgraduate diploma course

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Rajinikanth Responds To Tamil Nadu Political Buzz After Vijay’s Win Rajinikanth Reacts To Vijay’s CM Victory Veteran actor Rajinikanth addressed the media at his Poes Garden residence in Chennai and clarified his political stand after criticism over his reaction to Vijay becoming Tamil Nadu Chief Minister.

Vijay’s Former OSD Rickey Radhan Pandit Vettrivel Faces Backlash Over Viral Remarks   Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay’s former Officer on Special Duty (OSD), Rickey Radhan Pandit Vettrivel, has come under criticism after remarks related to health and astrology sparked debate across social media and political circles. The controversy surfaced shortly after the Tamil Nadu government reportedly withdrew his appointment following backlash from alli

CM Vijay Wins Tamil Nadu Assembly Trust Vote With Support Of 144 MLAs   Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay comfortably won the trust vote in the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly after securing the support of 144 MLAs during the confidence motion. The floor test marked a major political moment for the newly formed Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) government. The trust vote took place amid intense political drama, with the DMK staging a walkout from the As

AIADMK Divisions Surface During Vijay Government Trust Vote Political drama unfolded in the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly during Chief Minister Vijay’s trust vote as visible divisions emerged within the AIADMK. The floor test became a major political talking point after rival camps inside the party openly took different positions on supporting the TVK-led government. Senior AIADMK leader SP Velumani publicly declared support for Vijay’s government

Vijay’s Appointment Of Personal Astrologer As OSD Sparks Political Debate Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay has found himself at the centre of political discussion after appointing his personal astrologer, Radhan Pandit Vettrivel, as Officer on Special Duty (OSD) to the Chief Minister’s Office. The development triggered sharp reactions from both allies and opposition parties during the ongoing Assembly session. The debate intensified during Vijay’s f

AIADMK Divisions Emerge During CM Vijay Government Floor Test Political tensions intensified inside the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly during Chief Minister Vijay’s floor test as internal divisions within the AIADMK became visible in public. Senior AIADMK leader and General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami alleged that party MLAs were offered cash to support the motion backing Vijay’s government. Speaking during the Assembly proceedings, Palaniswami

Rajinikanth Avoids Comment On CM Vijay During Chennai Airport Interaction Superstar Rajinikanth chose not to react when reporters questioned him about Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay during a recent interaction at Chennai airport. A video of the brief moment has now gone viral across social media, attracting attention from both fans and political observers. According to reports, Rajinikanth was approached by media personnel while entering the airport in