The Latest Breaking News from Besant Nagar

Gang of sari thieves from Andhra Pradesh traced in Chennai

The city police has traced a gang of thieves from Andhra Pradesh who indulged in stealing costly silk saris in textile shops and boutiques after diverting the attention of staff. The crime investigation police of Shastri Nagar police recovered pure silk Kancheevaram saris worth ₹2 lakh following a theft at a…

The Hindu · Nov 9, 2023

Made of Chennai | Celebrate Madras through rare photos, music, culture and food

Movies on the beach, a biryani trail, an travelling indie music bus, an archival photo exhibit and a slate of contests: Here’s a quick guide to how you can take part in The Hindu’s Festival of Chennai

The Hindu · Aug 16, 2023

Chennai: 12,000 Olive Ridleys hatch, sent back to sea

CHENNAI: Wildlife officials in Chennai have collected more than 52,000 Olive Ridley turtle eggs in the last three months from four locations — Besant Nagar, Injambakkam, Neelankarai and Pulicat. The forest department had set up hatcheries at these locations, where the eggs were safely housed.

The Times of India · Mar 30, 2022