Umashree's Solo Play Bridges Theatre Gap at Badami Jatra
Veteran actress and MLA Umashree performed her solo play 'Sharmishthe' at Goddess Banashankari's annual jatra in Badami, attracting large crowds and bridging professional and amateur theatre.
Veteran actress and MLA Umashree performed her solo play 'Sharmishthe' at Goddess Banashankari's annual jatra in Badami, attracting large crowds and bridging professional and amateur theatre.
Women bull owners made a strong impact at the Palamedu jallikattu in Madurai, with several female participants fielding fierce bulls. The event saw 870 bulls released and 461 youths attempting to tame them, resulting in 37 injuries.
Tamil Nadu gears up for the 2026 Assembly elections. A deep dive into the 234-seat battle, the DMK-led SPA vs AIADMK-BJP NDA, and the numbers shaping the contest. Follow the key political dynamics.
As Pongal nears, Tamil Nadu schools may close from Jan 14-17. No official order yet. Parents and students advised to check school notices for confirmed holiday dates.
Borewell operators in Tamil Nadu continue an indefinite strike as drill bit prices soar from Rs 25,000 to Rs 55,000. Over 2,000 vehicles are idle. Read on to understand the crisis and its impact.
Tamil Nadu is set to launch South India's first permanent hot air balloon adventure park. Trials are underway in Pollachi, Madurai, and Tiruvannamalai. Read more about this exciting tourism initiative.
BJP and AIADMK leaders held a pivotal meeting in Chennai to finalise their seat-sharing agreement for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, aiming to challenge the ruling DMK.
BJP presses AIADMK for a pre-election power-sharing agreement in Tamil Nadu. AIADMK fears such a move could benefit rival DMK. Get the latest political analysis.
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin launches a Rs 100 crore deep-tech startup policy to transform the state into an innovation hub. Discover how this investment aims to boost R&D and attract global companies.
Mysuru's iconic Rangayana repertory theatre grapples with a severe identity crisis due to institutional neglect, funding issues, and a talent shortage. Discover the challenges facing this cultural pillar.
Mysuru's 25th Bahuroopi National Theatre Festival, honoring Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, runs Jan 11-18. Features 24 plays, music, film fest, and stalls. Join the cultural celebration!
BJP gears up for Lok Sabha polls in Tamil Nadu with multiple visits by PM Modi, Amit Shah, and Nitin Nabin. Key rally planned in Kanyakumari, alliance talks with OPS, TTV Dhinakaran underway.
The 24th Bahuroopi National Theatre Festival kicks off in Mysuru on January 11, 2025. Featuring 22 plays in 10 languages, the event celebrates India's diverse theatrical traditions. Don't miss this cultural extravaganza!
Thalapathy Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' and Sivakarthikeyan's 'Parasakthi' gear up for Pongal clash, but theatre owners reveal unsustainable 75-80% revenue demands. Read the full story.
The 59th Prakash Chandra Ghosh Memorial All India Full-Length Bengali Drama Competition is on in Lucknow. 16 theatre groups from Delhi, Kolkata & more are performing free shows till January 8. Don't miss this cultural treat!
Union Home Minister Amit Shah's two-day Tamil Nadu trip concluded without a clear NDA expansion. Key meetings with AIADMK's EPS, PMK, and DMDK did not materialize. Read about BJP's strategy for the upcoming state elections.
Tamil Nadu Minister M P Saminathan highlights funding inequality, as Centre allocates ₹2000+ crore for Sanskrit but under ₹200 crore for Tamil. Read about the cultural festival and calls for linguistic pride.
Tamil Nadu's new State Indicator Framework reveals superior outcomes in health, education, jobs, and gender parity compared to all-India figures. Discover the data driving the state's success.
Esaki Muthu from Chennai returns from Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0, an event highlighting the deep cultural link between Tamil Nadu and Varanasi. Discover the historic connection and the 19th-century Tamil satram in Kashi.
Jaipur's iconic Ravindra Manch, established in 1963, faces decay. Once hosting legends like Begum Akhtar and Jagjit Singh, its cracked walls now symbolize a fading cultural legacy. Read about the fight to save it.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah declared the BJP will come to power in Tamil Nadu in the 2026 assembly elections, citing strong public support and a weakening DMK.
Four acclaimed plays from Pune, including 'Kadambari' on Tagore's muse, are set to be staged at the 8th National Theatre Festival in Kolkata from Jan 4-12. Discover the stories behind these selections.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah begins a two-day visit to Tamil Nadu to bolster NDA's alliance cohesion and strategy against the DMK-led front. Key meetings with BJP leaders and allies like AIADMK's EPS are on the agenda.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah arrives in Tamil Nadu for a crucial two-day visit, focusing on BJP's organizational strength and outreach in the poll-bound state. Key meetings and public engagements lined up.
A viral claim about a $1.677 million SBA loan to Indian hotel owners in Ohio ignites debate on taxpayer spending and immigrant entrepreneurship in America's hotel industry. Read the full story.
Tamil Nadu government sanctions ₹248.44 crore for Pongal gift hampers including rice, sugar, and sugarcane for 2.22 crore rice ration card holders. Distribution to be staggered to avoid crowds. Read details.
Rangayana Dharwad's 6-day theatre festival features plays by three Rangayana units and a historical Gandhi photo exhibition. Inaugurated by Director Venkataramana Attal, it runs daily at 6pm. Join the cultural celebration!
Discover how S Bharathidasan uses unique street theatre and puppetry to spread awareness about vulture conservation in South India, tackling threats like NSAID poisoning. Join the mission to protect our ecosystem's vital scavengers.
The 2023 North East Monsoon concluded in Tamil Nadu with a 3% rainfall deficit. Key districts faced shortfalls, impacting agriculture. Get the full IMD report and regional analysis here.
Explore how Karnataka's Shakeel Ahmmad uses eclectic theatre to challenge norms and ignite crucial social dialogue. Discover his unique approach to storytelling.