Chennai

IPL 2022 likely to begin in THIS city from April 2, says report

Since the 15th edition of the T20 league will have 10 teams and 74 games in all, the BCCI has discussed internally that the length of the season will be for over 60 days.

Nov 24, 2021, 08:21 AM IST

Jyoti Nainwal, wife of Naik Deepak Nainwal, graduates as officer from Officers Training Academy

Jyoti Nainwal, wife of Naik Deepak Nainwal, who died while fighting the terrorists in Kulgam, graduated as officer from the Officers Training Academy. The 33-year-old recalled her own mother's advice when the world around her collapsed after her husband's death.

Nov 21, 2021, 16:28 PM IST

Parts of Tamil Nadu likely to witness heavy rainfall; schools and colleges closed, War Room set up in Chennai

The Indian Meteorological Department had earlier predicted that the Theni district is likely to receive heavy rainfall today

Nov 18, 2021, 08:13 AM IST

NDRF personnel rescue nearly 500 persons from in and around Chennai amid heavy rainfall- Watch

13 NDRF teams, that are stationed across the region, continue to be in action and are facilitating rescue and relief operations. 

Nov 12, 2021, 17:22 PM IST

Climate concern: These Indian cities will go 'underwater' in next 10 years

IPCC in its report warned that India must act now or else climate change will result in extreme weather conditions in the country. 

Nov 12, 2021, 15:59 PM IST

Will Chennai see more rains today? Check IMD's weather forecast for Tamil Nadu, Telangana

Light to moderate rain is likely to occur in a few districts of Telangana in the next 24 to 48 hours, while  Tamil Nadu can see isolated spells of very heavy rainfall. The depression that has formed in Bay of Bengal is likely to have an effect on weather in Chennai.

Nov 12, 2021, 07:18 AM IST

Chennai Rain: Heavy rain alert in Chennai tonight

Amid a flood-like situation in Chennai and the surrounding areas, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has further predicted thunderstorms with “heavy to very heavy” rainfall at isolated places over a few districts of Tamil Nadu.

Nov 11, 2021, 20:12 PM IST

Red alert for heavy rain issued for 8 Tamil Nadu districts, check list here

Heavy rains pounded several regions of Tamil Nadu on Wednesday too as the well marked low pressure area over Bay of Bengal concentrated into a depression.

Nov 10, 2021, 23:28 PM IST

IMD predicts more rainfall in Chennai, other parts of Tamil Nadu, issues orange alert

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) said the cyclonic circulation over south east Bay of Bengal and adjoining South Andaman sea, extending up to 5.8 kilometres above the mean sea level, persists.

Nov 09, 2021, 08:35 AM IST

Waterlogging in low-lying houses due to heavy rains in Chennai

Heavy rain continues in many areas of Chennai, Kancheepuram, and Tiruvallur districts of Tamil Nadu. Due to incessant rains, many parts of the city have been flooded and due to this traffic is also affected.

Nov 08, 2021, 14:34 PM IST

IMD forecasts more rains for Tamil Nadu due to cyclonic system over Bay of Bengal

Heavy to very heavy rains and thunderstorm activity is likely in northern regions of Tamil Nadu like Chennai, Villupuram, Cuddalore among other areas. 

Nov 07, 2021, 21:27 PM IST

Heavy rainfall batters Chennai and nearby areas, IMD predicts more rains for Tamil Nadu

Peringalpeetu in Tamil Nadu received 168 mm rain, making it the city with the highest rainfall in the country.

Nov 06, 2021, 22:01 PM IST

7 Ostriches at Chennai Zoo succumb to unknown illness in seven days

The number of ostriches at the Arignar Anna Zoological Park near Chennai has fallen to 26, from 33 due to the 'sudden deaths' of seven ostriches within a week. 

Nov 03, 2021, 21:54 PM IST

Chennai Customs seize 400-year-old brass Ganesha idol meant for smuggling

According to experts, the idol is traceable to the Vijayanagara-Nayak period, the 'Nritya Ganapati' is regarded as the 15th among the 32 different forms of Ganapati. 

Nov 03, 2021, 17:32 PM IST

Chennai: 3.22kg Gold worth Rs 1.41cr seized from flight, airport trash can

The Chennai Air Customs seized a total of 3.222 kilos of gold valued at Rs 1.41 crores in two separate cases, the incidents are being probed.

Oct 29, 2021, 19:56 PM IST

Police track gun-wielding chain snatcher by drones, shoot him dead

The suspects allegedly fired at the police forcing retaliatory gunfire. One suspect was killed while another was arrested, several weapons were seized.

Oct 12, 2021, 09:46 AM IST

Heavy downpour in Chennai and suburbs, Tamil Nadu govt issues flood alert

The Tamil Nadu Water Resources Department has informed the administration of Tiruvallur district to relocate people living close to the banks of the Kosathaliyar river, including people living downstream in Manali and Ennore.

Oct 10, 2021, 19:22 PM IST

Housing sales in Delhi NCR down 22% in Jan-Aug, check Mumbai, Bengaluru’s realty performance

Housing sales in the Delhi-NCR property market fell 22 per cent during January-August period to 16,846 units. 

Oct 06, 2021, 17:14 PM IST

Accenture recruitment: IT major invites applications for analyst, associate level jobs

Accenture is hiring candidates for the analyst and associate job roles in Chennai and Noida. 

Sep 26, 2021, 11:54 AM IST

TN local body polls: Congress placates rebels as last day to file nomination ends

Congressmen have filed nomination papers in many seats much to the charge in of the state party leadership. 

Sep 23, 2021, 19:47 PM IST