Chennai Road Safety Up, Tambaram High-Risk in 2025
Police data reveals a decline in Chennai city accidents, but Tambaram corridors record higher casualties. Rash driving accounts for 95% of Tambaram incidents despite enforcement efforts.
Category : Politics
Maya Ivnate's Dual Role: Civic Post and National Politics in Nagpur
Former mayor Maya Ivnate is set to chair Nagpur's Fire & Electricity Committee while being nominated for Rajya Sabha, as BJP secures all 10 subject committees with women leaders, highlighting its control over NMC.
Nagpur Tourists Stranded in Gulf Amid Conflict Crisis
Hundreds of tourists and pilgrims from Nagpur are stranded in Gulf countries due to flight disruptions from the US-Israel-Iran conflict, facing financial strain and safety concerns.
Chennai CIT Colony Pavements in Disrepair for Over 10 Years
Residents of CIT Colony in Mylapore, Chennai, have faced broken and uneven pavements for over a decade, with complaints to Greater Chennai Corporation ignored. Local officials now promise repairs by May.
Parking Chaos at Pune PMC HQ Causes Severe Peak-Hour Congestion
Illegally parked vehicles swarm roads around Pune Municipal Corporation's Shivajinagar headquarters, leading to severe traffic jams during peak hours as visitors struggle for parking.
Kolkata Residents Return from Gulf, Many Still Stranded
Relief and anxiety grip Kolkata as some residents return from conflict-hit Gulf region, while many remain stranded. Evacuation efforts intensify with special flights.
Stray Cattle Menace in Tambaram: 300+ Animals Block Roads
Residents in Tambaram report increasing stray cattle on roads, causing traffic disruptions and accidents. Corporation impounded 800 cattle in 2025, but problems persist with new facilities planned.
Gold Theft in Aryanad: 10 Sovereigns Stolen from Home
Around 10 sovereigns of gold ornaments were stolen from a house in Aryanad, Thiruvananthapuram, on Tuesday evening. The theft occurred between 6pm and 7.45pm while the couple was away.
Kolkata Residents Return from Gulf, Many Stranded in Conflict
Relief and anxiety grip Kolkata as some residents return from the conflict-hit Gulf region, while many others remain stranded in Dubai, Doha, and other hubs amid airspace disruptions and evacuation efforts.
Chennai AC Copper Wire Thefts: Residents Alert as Cases Rise
A spate of copper wire thefts from air conditioners in Chennai neighborhoods like Adyar and Kilpauk has left residents facing repair costs and safety concerns, with police intensifying patrols.
Nagpur Metro Deploys All-Woman Teams at Busy Stations
MahaMetro in Nagpur operated two major stations entirely with women staff to mark Women's Day, highlighting gender inclusivity and women's leadership in public transport.
Chennai Court Acquits Man in 4kg Ganja Case Over Language Issue
A Chennai drug court acquitted a Telugu-speaking man in a 4kg ganja case after the prosecution failed to prove seizure documents in Tamil were explained to him, citing NDPS Act violations.
Chennai Tragedy: Two Boys Drown After Skipping School
Two 12-year-old boys, Sanjay and Praveen, drowned in a pond at Chennai's ICF colony after skipping school. Their bodies were recovered from thick mud, prompting safety warnings.
Chennai Metro Adds 220 Feeder Buses for Last-Mile Connectivity
Tamil Nadu government approves first and last mile connectivity services for Chennai Metro Phase-I, deploying 220 electric buses and vans to boost ridership from 3 lakh daily passengers.
Madras HC Orders DNA Test in Chef Rangaraj Paternity Case
The Madras High Court has permitted DNA testing on celebrity chef Madhampatty Rangaraj to determine paternity of costume designer Joy Crizildaa's child, based on mutual consent from both parties.
Retired Teacher Sues Tamil Nadu Over Pension Scheme Exclusion in HC
A retired teacher has filed a petition in Madras High Court, seeking extension of Tamil Nadu Assured Pension Scheme benefits to government employees who retired in December 2025, arguing the current January 2026 cut-off is unjust.
Karnataka Forensic HOD Found Hanging, Suicide Note Found
The Head of Department at Karnataka's Forensic Science Laboratory was found dead, hanging from window grills. A suicide note has been recovered, with depression cited as a possible cause.
Congress Sinks in Public Eye, BJP Lacks Counter-Narrative
In Karnataka, the Congress party is experiencing significant public disapproval, while the BJP struggles to present a coherent alternative narrative, shaping the state's political dynamics.
Chennai ANIU Arrests 3, Seizes 25g Meth in Choolaimedu Raid
Anti-narcotics intelligence unit officers in Chennai arrested three men and seized 25 grams of methamphetamine during a raid on 100 Feet Road at Choolaimedu. The suspects were produced in court and remanded in judicial custody.
Chennai Delivery Man Held for Attempted Murder of Guard
A 25-year-old delivery executive in Chennai was arrested for attempting to murder a security guard after a dispute over entry protocols at a KK Nagar apartment complex. The guard remains unconscious.
Abhijeet Chaudhari Named New PMRDA Commissioner in Pune
The Maharashtra government has appointed 2011-batch IAS officer Abhijeet Chaudhari as the new commissioner of the Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority, replacing Yogesh Mhase.
Kerala Demands Railway Road Safety Compliance Amid Global Crises
Thiruvananthapuram administration urges Southern Railway to complete Vattavila Suresh Road work and submit report, as global conflicts escalate with Israel-Iran strikes and Indian ships stranded.
Higgins Tells Ellison To Resign Over Somali Fraud In Heated Hearing
In a tense House Oversight Committee hearing, Rep. Clay Higgins confronted Minnesota AG Keith Ellison, calling for his resignation due to alleged fraud concerns in the state, sparking widespread attention.
Car Crash in Vilappilsala Kills One, Injures Three
A tragic accident in Vilappilsala resulted in one fatality and three serious injuries after a car lost control and hit a parked truck. Police suspect driver fatigue as the cause.
Bengal Families Anxious Over Kin Stranded in Iran, Bahrain Conflict
Families in West Bengal endure sleepless nights as loved ones remain trapped in Iran and Bahrain amid escalating West Asia hostilities. Communication blackouts and safety fears grip households.
BJP's Vijayendra Warns Karnataka Govt on Internal Quota
BJP Karnataka chief Vijayendra threatens protests if the state government fails to implement internal reservation for SC/ST communities, escalating political tensions.
Kharge Urges Amicable Resolution in Karnataka Quota Dispute
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has called for an amicable settlement to resolve the internal reservation rift among Karnataka's SC communities, emphasizing unity and dialogue.
Turkey Protests Iran After NATO Downs Missile Near Airspace
Turkey has formally protested to Iran after a ballistic missile was intercepted by NATO defenses near Turkish airspace, escalating regional tensions.
Karnataka Spends Rs 1.36 Lakh Crore on Salaries, Pensions
Karnataka's budget reveals a staggering Rs 1.36 lakh crore allocated for salaries and pensions, consuming a major portion of the Rs 4.09 lakh crore total budget for FY 2025-26.
Muslim Leaders Condemn US-Israel Attack on Iran at Iftar
Leaders of various Muslim organizations in Kozhikode condemned the US-Israel attack on Iran, warning of instability in the Middle East and serious consequences for Indian expatriates, including Malayalis.
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