Chennai, June 7 (IANS) A sharp political confrontation has erupted between the ruling Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) and the opposition Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK), with both sides trading barbs and daring each other ahead of the upcoming local body elections in Tamil Nadu. The latest round of the feud was triggered by allegations that Greater Chennai Corporation Mayor Priya had shown disrespect towards TVK MLA Pallavi during a recent public event. The controversy quickly snowballed into a b…
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Chennai, June 4 (IANS) Chennai Mayor Priya Rajan on Thursday rejected allegations that RK Nagar MLA Pallavi was sidelined during the inauguration of a newly constructed school building in Pulianthope, saying the event followed official protocol and no elected representative was ignored.The controversy surfaced after a video from the function went viral on social media, showing the mayor handing a candle to a senior IAS officer during the traditional lamp-lighting ceremony instead of the MLA.The …
Chennai, June 4 (IANS) A major fire broke out at the Pallikaranai dump yard on Thursday, triggering panic across parts of south Chennai after the blaze spread to a nearby vehicle holding area and destroyed more than 100 seized automobiles. Thick black smoke billowing from the site covered large stretches of Pallikaranai, Velachery and neighbouring localities, disrupting traffic and causing concern among residents.The fire is believed to have originated within the sprawling dump yard before rapid…
Chennai, May 20 (IANS) The Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) in Tamil Nadu is planning to introduce a comprehensive biometric attendance system for its employees in an effort to improve workplace discipline and ensure staff complete their mandatory eight-hour work shifts. The move comes in response to repeated complaints regarding employees not reporting to work on time and concerns over attendance monitoring, particularly among field-level staff. Corporation officials said complaints had surfac…
Chennai, May 18 (IANS) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay on Monday ordered a comprehensive revamp and modernisation of Amma Canteens across the state, directing officials to improve infrastructure and enhance the quality and taste of food served at the subsidised community kitchens that cater largely to the urban poor and daily wage workers. The decision was taken following concerns regarding the condition of several Amma Canteens and feedback that the quality and taste of food being …
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, April 20 (IANS) In a concerted effort to promote ethical voting practices and achieve 100 per cent voter turnout in the upcoming 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, the Greater Chennai Corporation has launched an extensive voter awareness campaign across the city.According to a press release by the civic body, a series of awareness programmes is being organised across all 16 Assembly constituencies under the Chennai district. The initiative aims to educate voters on the importance of fa…
Chennai, April 12 (IANS) Postal voting for senior citizens and differently-abled voters in Chennai will be conducted on April 15, with April 16 reserved as an additional day for those unable to cast their vote on the first day, Greater Chennai Corporation officials said. The initiative is part of the Election Commission’s efforts to ensure inclusive participation in the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections.Across 16 constituencies in the city, a total of 23,415 senior citizens aged above 85 …
Chennai, March 11 (IANS) In a major push to strengthen monitoring and enforcement of waste management regulations, the Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) has proposed installing Artificial Intelligence (AI)-enabled camera systems on 55 enforcement vehicles operating across the city.The move is aimed at detecting violations such as illegal dumping, improper waste disposal and non-compliance with Solid Waste Management (SWM) rules in real time.To implement the initiative, the GCC has invited bids t…
Chennai, March 8 (IANS) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M. K. Stalin on Sunday inaugurated a series of civic infrastructure projects and welfare initiatives worth more than Rs 45 crore in his Kolathur Assembly constituency.The projects, implemented through the Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority (CMDA), the Greater Chennai Corporation, and the Chennai Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board, are intended to strengthen civic infrastructure while enhancing public facilities for residents.One…