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Tamil Nadu’s First Booth-Less Toll System Goes Live at Paranur, Marking a Shift in Highway Governance

Tamil Nadu has operationalised its first booth-less toll collection system at Paranur on the Chennai–Tiruchirappalli highway, introducing a more automated model of road-user charging. The move is being watched as an early test of whether barrier-free tolling can reduce congestion, improve compliance, and reshape highway operations in one of India’s busiest transport corridors.

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India Entertainment & Culture14 Nov 2026, 02:00 PM IST

Richard Bach’s ‘Jonathan Livingston Seagull’ Takes Flight in Bharatanatyam in Chennai

Jayanthi Subramaniam’s ‘Jyotir Gamaya,’ recently staged in Chennai, reimagined Richard Bach’s allegorical novella through the grammar of Bharatanatyam. The production used imaginative choreography to trace a seagull’s pursuit of freedom, self-discovery, and transcendence, underscoring how classical Indian dance can absorb global literary ideas without losing its own aesthetic discipline.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy13 Nov 2026, 05:00 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Maritime Board Seeks Bids for Chennai-Mamallapuram-Puducherry Ferry Link

Tamil Nadu’s maritime authorities have invited expressions of interest for a passenger ferry service linking Chennai, Mamallapuram and Puducherry, signalling a push to expand coastal mobility and tourism infrastructure along the state’s eastern shoreline. The proposed route could shorten travel times, diversify transport options and create a new commercial corridor if operators and regulators can align on safety, viability and seasonal demand.

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India Sports & Cricket10 Nov 2026, 02:00 PM IST

Chennaiyin Open Account in Style as Brison and Irfan Fire Braces

Chennaiyin FC produced a statement performance to secure their first Indian Super League win of the season, with Brison and Irfan each scoring twice in a commanding home display. The result not only eased early pressure but also signaled a sharp attacking response from a side determined to reset its campaign.

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India Entertainment & Culture10 Nov 2026, 08:00 AM IST

19-Year-Old Ajith Fan Dies After Falling From Moving Lorry During 'Thunivu' Celebrations in Chennai

A 19-year-old fan of actor Ajith died in Chennai after reportedly dancing on a moving lorry during celebrations for the release of 'Thunivu' and falling onto the road. The incident unfolded amid large-scale fan gatherings outside Rohini Theatre in Koyambedu, where police intervened after glass panes were broken during the crowd surge.

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India Entertainment & Culture09 Nov 2026, 02:00 PM IST

Chennai’s Air Turns ‘Poor’ the Morning After Deepavali as Pollution Spikes Across the City

Chennai’s air quality deteriorated sharply the morning after Deepavali, with several monitoring stations slipping into the poor category as firecracker emissions and stagnant overnight conditions combined to trap pollutants near the surface. Manali Village recorded the city’s highest Air Quality Index at 296, followed by Arumbakkam at 265, underscoring the uneven but widespread impact of festival-related pollution across the metropolitan area.

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India Sports & Cricket08 Nov 2026, 02:00 PM IST

Vaishnavi and Rutuja Spark Surprise Run to Reach WTA Chennai Open Final

Vaishnavi and Rutuja produced one of the tournament’s most eye-catching results in Chennai, surging into the WTA final with a performance that unsettled expectations and energized the home crowd. Their run has added a distinctly Indian edge to the event, underscoring both the depth and the growing confidence in the country’s women’s tennis pipeline.

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National Governance & Policy28 Oct 2026, 02:00 PM IST

DRI Busts Wildlife Smuggling Ring at Tiruchirappalli Airport, Recovers 45 Live Reptiles; Two Arrested

India’s Directorate of Revenue Intelligence has dismantled a wildlife trafficking attempt at Tiruchirappalli International Airport, seizing 45 live reptiles and arresting two suspects linked to the racket. The case underscores the growing use of air cargo and passenger channels for illicit wildlife movement, a trade that poses risks to biodiversity, public health, and border security.

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