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CM to undertake inspection of roads across T.N.

Amidst complaints over quality of roads in various parts of the State, Chief Minister M.K. Stalin is set to undertake field inspections of all districts starting from Chennai this week.

The Hindu · Sep 19, 2023

Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

14-yr-old girl dies after eating chicken shawarma; 43 people hospitalized; Food Safety Dept. bans sale of shawarma & grilled chicken; TN Health Minister orders periodic checks; 3 more tiger cubs found dead in Nilgiris; 16-yr-old daughter of actor/composer commits suicide in Chennai.

The Hindu · Sep 19, 2023

YouTuber narrowly escapes while performing stunts on Chennai-Bengaluru National Highway

CHENNAI: YouTuber TTF Vasan narrowly escaped a bike accident while performing stunts on the Chennai-Bengaluru National Highway on Sunday evening. Baluchetty Chathiram police registered a case under the charges of rash and negligent riding and endangering the lives of road users.

The Times of India · Sep 18, 2023

Unauthorised parking troubles residents during festive season

Residents of Chennai dread festival season due to lack of parking space; 45 lakh of 75 lakh vehicles on road are two-wheelers; city needs 2 lakh parking lots, currently only 20,000 available; Corporation has identified 5,000 slots; Metro rail work has hindered progress; Corporation earns Rs. 2.25 lakh/day from parking…

The Hindu · Sep 17, 2023

Usha Uthup gets Life Time Achievement Award

Veteran singer Usha Uthup received Lifetime Achievement Award from State IT Minister Dr. Palanivel Thiagarajan, Renuka David and Col. David Devasahayam at the annual Radiant Wellness Conclave, an event about holistic wellness, held in Chennai on Saturday.

The Hindu · Sep 16, 2023

Indian Super League | Chennaiyin FC signs Lazar Cirkovic for 2023-24 season

Chennaiyin FC sign Serbian defender Lazar Cirkovic for 2023-24 ISL season. Cirkovic has played at highest level for clubs like FK Rad, FK Partizan Belgrade, Kisvarda FC, FC Luzern, and Maccabi Netanya. He is excited for the Indian challenge and looks forward to fighting for his new colours.

The Hindu · Sep 16, 2023

ICC World Cup Trophy unveiled at MAC Stadium

Chennai welcomes the ICC Cricket World Cup Trophy as it tours the city ahead of the October 5 event. The Trophy was unveiled at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium by TN Cricket Association officials.

The Hindu · Sep 15, 2023

Madras High Court directs DMK MP Kalanidhi to vacate government property in Chennai within a month, or face eviction

Madras HC orders MP Kalanidhi to vacate govt land on which he constructed private hospital in Koyambedu, Chennai. Rejected his contention that vendors had obtained title over property. Land classified as Grama Natham, only for residential use, not commercial. Judge noted possibility of political abuse. Govt not empowered to grant…

The Hindu · Sep 15, 2023

TNCA VAP Trophy: Vijay get past Globe Trotters by 3 runs

CHENNAI: Vijay CC edged past Globe Trotters by four runs while S Radhakrishnan hit 113 to help Alwarpet manage a three-wicket win over India Pistons in the second round match of the 8th VAP Trophy (TNCA first division one dayers) here on Thursday.

The Times of India · Sep 15, 2023

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The Hindu · Sep 14, 2023