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Tamil Nadu Poll Count Set for May 4: TVK's Vijay Meets Candidates and Plans Velankanni Prayer as Stalin Assures DMK Victory
POLITICS / ELECTIONS

Tamil Nadu Poll Count Set for May 4: TVK's Vijay Meets Candidates and Plans Velankanni Prayer as Stalin Assures DMK Victory

With vote counting for Tamil Nadu and four other states scheduled for May 4, TVK leader Vijay met candidates at the Chennai party office to review polling forms and field reports, then announced a pre-dawn prayer visit to Velankanni Basilica and Nagore Dargah. CM MK Stalin told May Day workers in Chennai that DMK's victory on May 4 is certain based on ground reality, not exit polls, while TVK coordinator Sengottaiyan predicted a historic win for Vijay and the Election Commission released the live results portal results.cci.gov.in.

5 hours ago · 3 min read
ECONOMY / CONSUMER

Commercial LPG Cylinder Price Jumps Rs.993 in a Single Day; Chennai 19kg Cylinder Now Rs.3,239

The price of commercial cooking gas cylinders surged by Rs.993 on May 1, pushing Chennai's 19kg cylinder to Rs.3,239 — the third hike since the West Asia conflict began in February. MDMK chief Vaiko and other politicians strongly condemned the move, demanding an immediate rollback and warning of severe impact on restaurants and the public.

5 hours ago · 1 min read
Commercial LPG Cylinder Price Jumps Rs.993 in a Single Day; Chennai 19kg Cylinder Now Rs.3,239
WEATHER

Chennai to Hit 104°F Today as Met Department Issues 7-Day Heavy Rain Warning for Tamil Nadu

Chennai's maximum temperature is forecast to touch 104°F (40°C) today, with high heat and humidity causing discomfort, even as the meteorological department warns of heavy rain across Tamil Nadu for the next seven days — eight districts are on alert for severe thundershowers today alone.

5 hours ago · 2 min read
Chennai to Hit 104°F Today as Met Department Issues 7-Day Heavy Rain Warning for Tamil Nadu
TAMIL NADU

Sea Suddenly Recedes 70 Feet at Thiruchendur Temple, Sparking Public Panic

The sea near the Thiruchendur Subramania Swami temple — one of the six sacred abodes of Lord Murugan — abruptly receded about 70 feet this morning, exposing moss-covered rocks and sandbanks and alarming thousands of visiting devotees. Temple authorities and police urged the public not to panic, attributing the recession to a natural tidal phenomenon, while restricting bathing to safe zones.

5 hours ago · 1 min read
Sea Suddenly Recedes 70 Feet at Thiruchendur Temple, Sparking Public Panic
NATIONAL / DISASTER

Madhya Pradesh Boat Tragedy: 10 Dead Including Tamil Nadu Tourists as Shocking Pre-Capsizing Video Surfaces

A tourist boat capsized at Bargi Dam in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh on April 30, killing at least 10 people including 5 members of a single family from Tiruchirappalli; a video showing passengers with no life jackets just minutes before the accident has gone viral. Tamil Nadu leaders Sasikala and TTV Dhinakaran expressed condolences and demanded accountability.

5 hours ago · 2 min read
Madhya Pradesh Boat Tragedy: 10 Dead Including Tamil Nadu Tourists as Shocking Pre-Capsizing Video Surfaces
TRANSPORT / CHENNAI LOCAL

Chennai Metro Unveils Free Travel Plan for IPL Fans Heading to Chepauk

Chennai Metro Rail Limited has announced a special arrangement for IPL 2026 fans, offering free metro travel using ticket QR codes, with Government Garden station serving as the primary drop-off point for M. A. Chidambaram Stadium. Extended night services will run until 1 AM on match days.

5 hours ago · 1 min read
Chennai Metro Unveils Free Travel Plan for IPL Fans Heading to Chepauk
LEGAL / GOVERNANCE

Madras High Court Orders Tamil Nadu Government to Respond on Guaranteed Pension Scheme Rules Within Eight Weeks

The Madras High Court has directed the Tamil Nadu government to file a response within eight weeks to a petition demanding the formulation of rules and operational guidelines for implementing the state's Guaranteed Pension Scheme. The petition was filed by coordinators of the Tamil Nadu Old Pension Scheme Recovery Movement on behalf of employees who retired before 2026 and claim eligibility for compassionate pension under the new scheme.

5 hours ago · 1 min read
Madras High Court Orders Tamil Nadu Government to Respond on Guaranteed Pension Scheme Rules Within Eight Weeks
TAMIL NADU

College Student Dies by Suicide After Parents Scold Him Over Mobile Phone Use

An 18-year-old first-year Hotel Management student in Trichy took his own life at home after his parents reprimanded him for excessive mobile phone use. Police have recovered the body, sent it for post-mortem, and registered a case.

5 hours ago · 1 min read
College Student Dies by Suicide After Parents Scold Him Over Mobile Phone Use
NATIONAL / INFRASTRUCTURE

Vande Bharat Express Launches Between Jammu and Srinagar, Receives Overwhelming Welcome

The Vande Bharat Express began passenger service between Jammu and Srinagar on May 2, cutting travel time from 7–8 hours by road to under 5 hours by rail, with all seats sold out on its first day and armed soldiers deployed in every coach for security.

5 hours ago · 3 min read
Vande Bharat Express Launches Between Jammu and Srinagar, Receives Overwhelming Welcome
CHENNAI / INFRASTRUCTURE & TRANSPORT

Chennai Metro Rail Carries Over 90 Lakh Passengers in April 2026

Chennai Metro Rail Corporation recorded 90,18,069 passengers in April 2026, with a single-day peak of 3,65,807 riders on April 2. Digital payment methods including the Singara Chennai Card and QR-based tickets accounted for the vast majority of journeys.

5 hours ago · 1 min read
Chennai Metro Rail Carries Over 90 Lakh Passengers in April 2026