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434 booked for drunk driving during three-day special drive in Chennai

June 15, 2026 admin

The Greater Chennai Traffic Police (GCTP) have booked 434 motorists for drunk driving during a special three-day enforcement drive conducted across the city from the night of June 12 to June 14. The operation was carried out as part of ongoing efforts to ensure safe and accident-free city roads, following directions from Greater Chennai Commissioner…

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From grandmother to grandchildren: Thiru. Vi. Ka. Nagar’s 50-year water struggle worsens residents’ summer

June 6, 2026 admin

Residents continue to manually carry water to their homes. There is no water supply in the hand pumps installed in some homes, and even if there is water, it is of poor quality, they say. Over 50 years ago, Lakshmi used to walk from Thiru. Vi.Ka. Nagar to Pulianthope near Basin Bridge, carrying large brass…

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Kapil Dev interview: On Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and India’s obsession with cricket

May 29, 2026 admin

Indian cricketing legend Kapil Dev in Chennai | Photo Credit: VELANKANNI RAJ B Kapil Dev throws a quick glance at the bat and ball placed at the entrance of the Madras Management Association’s auditorium. They are a photo prop — for the members attending the launch of popular banker Shyam Srinivasan’s latest book, Better Never…

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RO systems should be maintained properly to be effective, says study

May 22, 2026 admin

The authors of the study argue that using only RO devices as a stand-alone solution to urban drinking water safety may not be effective. | Photo Credit: File photo Installing reverse osmosis (RO) systems alone at home is not a guarantee for safe drinking water, a recent study has found. While the technology has been…

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Calls grow for Greater Chennai Corporation to bring permanent solution to Adyar River hyacinth issue

May 21, 2026 admin

Water hyacinth on the stretch of the Adyar near Madras Boat Club. | Photo Credit: B. JOTHI RAMALINGAM The persistent accumulation of water hyacinth and consequent rising mosquito menace in the Adyar River have drawn flak from residents and rowers, who have demanded a permanent solution from the Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC). S. Jagadeeshan, 24,…

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Own-source revenue generation, flood mitigation & clearing encroachments top priority for Greater Chennai Corporation’s new Commissioner G.S Sameeran

May 19, 2026 admin

G.S. Sameeran, a 2012-batch Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer, assumed charge as Commissioner of the Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) on Tuesday. Notably, he previously served as the GCC’s Joint Commissioner from 2023 to 2024. An MBBS graduate from the University of Kerala, Dr. Sameeran holds a postgraduate diploma in urban environmental management and law from…

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ISL | Bengaluru brings CFC’s dismal season to an end with a 2-1 win

May 16, 2026 admin

S.W. Kom, right, peels off in celebration with Ryan Williams after scoring Bengaluru FC’s winner against Chennaiyin FC during their Indian Super League football clash at the Jawaharalal Nehru Stadium, Chennai, on Saturday, May 16, 2026. | Photo Credit: R. RAGU Chennaiyin FC did not have a smooth ride into the sunset as it ended…

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Sreeshankar eyes a good showing at Indian Athletics Series

May 9, 2026 admin

Murali Sreeshankar believes his recent training stint in South Africa will help him do better in major events – like the Commonwealth Games and Asian Games – lined up later this year. | Photo Credit: The Hindu The sixth leg of the Indian Athletics Series, beginning at the Nehru Stadium here on Sunday and part…

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GCC asks councillors to reopen offices after lifting of model code

May 8, 2026 admin

Starting Friday, Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) Councillors will meet with residents at the ward offices to resolve civic issues in the city. GCC on Thursday ordered the reopening of councillors’ offices that were closed owing to the model code of conduct for Assembly elections. As the elections have been completed, the civic body is set…

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MOTORSPORTS | Gill blazes away to the lead in the South India Rally

April 17, 2026 admin

Gaurav Gill on a charge in the Super Special Stage of the South India Rally at the Madras International Circuit, Chennai, on Friday, April 17, 2026. Gaurav Gill, returning to rallying after a year’s break, showed no rustiness as he topped the time sheets in the 49th South India Rally, which commenced at the Madras…

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