Specialised academic support aims to assist graduating batch in clearing pending subjects. Anna University has announced a new initiative to provide targeted training for its final-year students struggling with pending subjects. The programme is designed to help these students successfully clear their arrears before graduation. This special coaching aims to…

Health concerns emerge on campus following recent incidents. A somber atmosphere has settled over Anna University following the tragic demise of one of its students due to scrub typhus. The unfortunate incident has brought to light health challenges faced by the student community within the city. In a separate but…

Landmark Ruling Aims to Enhance Judicial Access and Efficiency Across State The Madras High Court has issued a significant directive, ruling that courts under its jurisdiction cannot decline requests to conduct trials via video conferencing. This decision clarifies that virtual proceedings are not a discretionary option but a mandatory facility…

Construction work has officially commenced on the much-anticipated foot-overbridge (FOB) project along Velachery Main Road. This development follows a notable delay of approximately one year, a period that saw residents and commuters eagerly awaiting its initiation. The new pedestrian facility is being erected to significantly enhance safety for individuals crossing…

Critical pre-monsoon work aims to enhance drainage and mitigate potential flooding in the city. The Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) has commenced desilting operations along the Mambalam Canal, a crucial step in the city’s preparedness strategy for the upcoming North-East Monsoon. This proactive measure is designed to improve the canal’s carrying…

Affordability, space, and investment potential drive increasing demand for properties on the city’s periphery. Chennai’s real estate landscape is undergoing a notable transformation, with a growing number of homebuyers shifting their focus from the traditional urban core to the rapidly developing suburban areas. This trend is largely attributed to factors…

S. Jayachandran has been elected as the new President of the Pachaiyappa’s Trust Board, marking a significant leadership change for the esteemed institution in Chennai. The Pachaiyappa’s Trust is a prominent charitable and educational body with a rich history of contributing to the academic landscape and social welfare of the…

Centre Confirms Timeline to Madras High Court Chennai residents and healthcare stakeholders note: The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Madurai is slated to begin its full outpatient department (OPD) services from January 1, 2027. This timeline was officially communicated to the Madras High Court by the Central…

Court highlights democratic implications of elected representatives stepping down. The Madras High Court has raised a significant query regarding the democratic implications when elected Members of Legislative Assembly (MLAs) choose to resign from their positions. During a recent proceeding, the court observed that while individual legislators undoubtedly possess the right…

The Madras High Court has reportedly raised a pertinent question regarding the rights of voters when their elected Members of Legislative Assembly (MLAs) choose to resign from their posts. The court’s observation brings into focus the democratic implications of such resignations on the constituents who cast their votes. During recent…