Once, he washed dishes for a living. Today, he is a Padma Shri winner and entered world records for cooking 617 dishes in a day. Who is Chef Damu?From washing dishes to earning a Padma Shri, Chef Damodharan's journey is an inspiration. This culinary maestro, a PhD holder in culinary a...
28 Jun, 2026, 03.38 PM IST
Homebuyer suspected poor quality construction; TNREAT allows independent engineer audit despite builder’s objectionHomebuyers have won a significant victory in Tamil Nadu, with the Real Estate Appellate Tribunal (TNREAT) allowing them to appoint independ...
28 Jun, 2026, 07.41 AM IST
Manickam Tagore appointed new Tamil Nadu Congress chiefManickam Tagore has been appointed as the new President of the Tamil Nadu Congress Committee, replacing K Selvaperunthagai. The announcemen...
27 Jun, 2026, 06.09 PM IST
Vaiko's MDMK snaps ties with DMK-led SPA, cites bid to prop up AIADMK govtThe MDMK, led by Vaiko, has severed ties with the DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance, accusing its long-time ally of attempting to instal...
27 Jun, 2026, 03.37 PM IST
High score in elective, zero in essay: PMK demands probe into assistant professor exam resultsPMK leader Anbumani Ramadoss has voiced grave concerns over the recent recruitment exam for over 2,700 assistant professors, alleging "plan...
27 Jun, 2026, 12.58 PM IST
Heat stress becoming a serious risk for MSMEs and workers: ReportsRecent studies by WRI India and HeatWatch reveal that heatwaves are disrupting production, increasing operational costs, reducing worker pr...
27 Jun, 2026, 11.17 AM IST
K Bhagyaraj dies at 73: Legendary Tamil filmmaker, actor and writer's last Instagram post goes viralVeteran Tamil filmmaker K. Bhagyaraj, known for his relatable family dramas and sharp screenplays, has passed away at 73. His career, spann...
27 Jun, 2026, 11.05 AM IST
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay flags off 300 new government busesTamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay launched 300 new government buses, costing Rs 127.21 crore, to significantly improve public transp...
25 Jun, 2026, 07.13 PM IST
State borrowings must focus on asset creation, not just revenue expenditure: FM Nirmala SitharamanUnion Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman urged state governments to invest borrowed funds in long-term assets like schools and hospitals, ...
25 Jun, 2026, 06.34 PM IST
Tamil Nadu CM strongly opposes Centre's NLC disinvestment planTamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has strongly opposed the Union Government's plan to disinvest up to three percent of its equity i...
25 Jun, 2026, 05.53 PM IST
Tamil Nadu Minister CTR Nirmal Kumar releases white paper on Electricity BoardTamil Nadu Minister for Energy Resources and Law, CTR Nirmal Kumar, on Thursday released a detailed White Paper statement on the infrastruc...
25 Jun, 2026, 02.07 PM IST
Inflationary pressures, reduction in discretionary cash flows may impact collection of MFIs: ReportMicrofinance borrowers' repayment behavior may face challenges from inflation and reduced household cash, though the West Asia conflict has...
22 Jun, 2026, 05.14 PM IST
AIADMK MLAs stage walkout from Tamil Nadu Assembly, EPS says "not given chance to speak"The All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) MLAs on Monday staged a walkout from the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly after claimi...
22 Jun, 2026, 11.29 AM IST
Will stand with you in working for Tamil Nadu's progress: Rahul Gandhi greets Vijay on birthdayCongress leader Rahul Gandhi extended birthday wishes to Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay, who turned 52. Gandhi affirmed his suppo...
22 Jun, 2026, 10.12 AM IST
Ammonia gas leak: NDRF CBRN Special team deployed for rescue operations in TiruvallurAn ammonia gas leak was reported on Sunday at the St Peter's Paul Seafoods Exports facility located in Kannigaipair near Periyapalayam in T...
21 Jun, 2026, 04.32 PM IST
PMK opposes new tribunal on Mekedatu dam issue, urges TN Government to withdraw proposalPMK leader Anbumani Ramadoss has strongly opposed the Tamil Nadu Assembly's resolution seeking a tribunal for the Mekedatu dam issue. He wa...
21 Jun, 2026, 01.10 PM IST
Karnataka keen to move ahead with Makedattu project, seeks dialogue with Tamil Nadu: Karnataka Minister Ramalinga ReddyKarnataka Minister Ramalinga Reddy has reiterated the state's commitment to the Mekedattu project, asserting it will benefit both Karnataka...
20 Jun, 2026, 01.48 PM IST