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Chennai, May 4 (IANS) DMK chief, Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, is trailing in his home turf of Kolathur even as Vijay-led Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) continues its strong surge across Tamil Nadu, according to early counting trends on Monday.In the Kolathur constituency, after the sixth round of counting, TVK candidate V.S. Babu has taken the lead with 24,993 votes, while Stalin is in second place with 20,982 votes. The AIADMK candidate trails far behind with 5,982 votes, followed by Naam Tamila…

Chennai, April 30 (IANS) A shortage of LPG cylinders has disrupted operations at Amma Canteens across Chennai, forcing authorities to scale down food production and trim menus at several outlets. The impact has been most visible in the reduction of idli output and the suspension of chapati preparation in many locations. Field visits conducted on Wednesday in areas such as Egmore and Triplicane revealed that canteen staff have been instructed to limit cooking due to inadequate gas supply. Chapati…

Chennai, March 2 (IANS) Tamil Nadu BJP has criticised Chief Minister M.K. Stalin for not receiving Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his visit to Tamil Nadu, terming it a departure from the state’s long-standing political traditions. In a statement, TN BJP spokesperson A.N.S. Prasad said the Prime Minister unveiled development projects worth Rs 4,400 crore in Madurai.Prasad said that extending courtesy to visiting Prime Ministers has been part of Tamil Nadu’s political culture, irrespectiv…

Chennai, Jan 25 (IANS) As part of the 77th Republic Day celebrations in Chennai, the city police have declared extensive areas in and around Marina Beach as a high-security Red Zone, imposing a complete ban on the operation of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS), drones, and all other aerial objects on Sunday and Monday. The ban will apply across key ceremonial routes, with exemptions granted only for authorised government arrangements connected to the Republic Day events.According to an of…

Chennai, Jan 7 (IANS) Hyderabad Toofans registered a magnificent turnaround to secure a 3-2 win against Ranchi Royals in the Men’s Hero Hockey India League (HIL) 2025-26 at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium, Egmore on Wednesday.Tom Boon (11’, 17’) struck twice for the Ranchi Royals, before goals from Amandeep Lakra (42’), Nic Woods (45’) and Talwinder Singh (57’) helped Hyderabad Toofans steal a comeback win.It was an engaging start to the first quarter with Hyderabad Toofans ta…