Chennai's Pulicat Lake is having its moment after Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman mentioned the development of bird-watching trails along it in her Union Budget speech.

Union Budget 2026: Chennai's Pulicat Lake Gets a Boost in Union Budget

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Chennai and adjacent districts in Tamil Nadu, warning residents of continuing heavy rainfall in the coming days. Several areas have already experienced waterlogging due to intense downpours, impacting daily life and traffic. Authorities have advised caution and preparedness as localized flooding may worsen with sustained rainfall. 


Tamil Nadu Braces for More Rainfall:  IMD Issues Yellow Alert for Chennai 

The player swap involving Ravindra Jadeja and Sanju Samson between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) was officially confirmed by the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Saturday (November 15, 2025) morning.

Indian Premier League: Chennai Trade Jadeja For Samson

Indian Premier League: Homecoming For Jadeja At Rajasthan Royals 

A steel arch fell at the Ennore Thermal Power construction site and nine people died. These people were from Assam and the surrounding areas. CM MK Stalin announced a compensation of Rs 10 lakh to the families of deceased and assured that their bodies will be transported to their home state.

9 killed in steel arch collapse at under-construction thermal power plant near Chennai, PM announces compensation

BREAKING | Nine Dead In Chennai's Ennore Power Plant Mishap, Stalin Announces Rs10 Lakh Compensation

The Narcotics Control Bureau and Chennai Customs have seized 5.618 kg of cocaine worth Rs 60 crore at Chennai airport, arresting two Indian nationals, Himanshu Shah and Sahil Attri, who arrived from Addis Ababa on Ethiopian Airlines. The accused, residents of Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh, are believed to be part of an international drug syndicate that traffics cocaine from Ethiopia to India. Further investigation revealed the involvement of a Nigerian national handling the distribution network in Delhi and an Indian member in Mumbai.



Chennai Drug Bust: Contrabands Worth ₹60 Crore Seized; NCB, Customs Conduct Joint Operations | WION

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued red, orange, and yellow alerts across multiple states as heavy rainfall lashes parts of India. Flash floods, waterlogging, and severe disruptions are expected in several regions.

IMD warns of heavy rains across India | Red, orange, yellow alerts issued

Indian tennis legend and TNTA President Vijay Amritraj said that the high-profile sporting event will be held in the state, coinciding with the Centenary year of the TNTA. The event is to be held at the SDAT Tennis Stadium in Chennai between October 27 and November 2, 2025.

Chennai Open returns after 3 years - Highest ranking tennis event in India

MS Dhoni rolled back the years to help Chennai Super Kings end their five-match losing run in the Indian Premier League. The former Indian captain helped the five-time champions defeat Lucknow Super Giants by five wickets.  Watch in for more details!

IPL: Chennai Super Kings beat Lucknow Super Giants by five wickets

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) star player and stand-in captain for this season, MS Dhoni, feels his team still can pull themselves from this position after suffering a historic low in IPL 2025. For the first time, CSK lost five straight games in a season, with the latest coming against the defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at home by eight wickets on Friday.

MS Dhoni's Chennai future questioned afte KKR defeat CSK in IPL match

Environmentalists in India's Chennai city are leading from the front to protect the endangered olive ridley sea turtles. Thousands of these turtles have been saved by local residents who keep up a vigil through the night on Chennai's beaches.

Chennai: Campaign To Save Sea Turtles, More Than 260,000 Eggs Saved By Locals | WION Climate Tracker

Scorching summer heat in tropical regions becomes challenging every passing year, and climate change only adds to the woes. This time around in India's southern state of Tamil Nadu, it looks like the traffic police will have some respite with ‘air-conditioned helmets’. India news

Chennai traffic police to use 'air-conditioned helmets' to beat the heat

Many parts of Tamil Nadu received heavy rainfall on Tuesday following an orange alert issued by the Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC), Chennai. Several areas in Chennai witnessed mild showers.

Tamil Nadu to receive heavy rainfall, Chennai issues orange alert

Sports, cricket: Heading down south for the next game against England, where the wicket usually assists spinners, the ones in the Indian camp must be licking their lips.

IND vs ENG 2nd T20I, Chennai - Match preview and result prediction

India weather update: Cold wave grips north, rainfall expected in south

High-altitude regions of Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh are experiencing snowfall, attracting tourists



Presently classified as a 'Low-Pressure Area,' the weather system is expected to intensify into a 'Well marked Low-Pressure Area' and move north-northwestwards towards Tamil Nadu Coasts during the next 2 days, said the IMD.



IMD issues orange alert for heavy rainfall in Chennai

Cyclone 'Fengal' makes landfall: Cyclone 'Fengal' claims three lives in Chennai. Puducherry Experiences Highest Rainfall In 30 Years. Watch to Know more details!

Cyclone Fengal: Torrential Rains Across Tamil Nadu Cause Widespread Destruction

Chennai Airport resumes operations after cyclone Fengal crosses Tamil Nadu and Puducherry coasts

A deep depression over the southwest Bay of Bengal is set to intensify into a cyclone today. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) warns of heavy to extremely heavy rainfall in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Andhra Pradesh.

Cyclone Fengal: Cyclonic Storm Brewing In Bay of Bengal, Moving Towards Tamil Nadu

A student sues Sai Pallavi's Amaran producers for Rs 1 crore over THIS reason

Chennai real estate company rewards 1,000 employees with all-paid trip to Spain

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Union Budget 2026: Chennai's Pulicat Lake Gets a Boost in Union Budget

Tamil Nadu Braces for More Rainfall: IMD Issues Yellow Alert for Chennai

Indian Premier League: Chennai Trade Jadeja For Samson

Indian Premier League: Homecoming For Jadeja At Rajasthan Royals

9 killed in steel arch collapse at under-construction power plant near Chennai

BREAKING | Nine Dead In Chennai's Ennore Power Plant Mishap, Stalin Announces Rs10 Lakh Compensation

Chennai Drug Bust: Contrabands Worth ₹60 Crore Seized; NCB, Customs Conduct Joint Operations | WION

IMD warns of heavy rains across India | Red, orange, yellow alerts issued

Chennai Open returns after 3 years - Highest ranking tennis event in India

IPL: Chennai Super Kings beat Lucknow Super Giants by five wickets

MS Dhoni's Chennai future questioned afte KKR defeat CSK in IPL match

Chennai: Campaign To Save Sea Turtles, More Than 260,000 Eggs Saved By Locals | WION Climate Tracker

Chennai traffic police to use 'air-conditioned helmets' to beat the heat

Tamil Nadu to receive heavy rainfall, Chennai issues orange alert

IND vs ENG 2nd T20I, Chennai - Match preview and result prediction

India weather update: Cold wave grips north, rainfall expected in south

India weather update: Cold wave grips north, rainfall expected in south

IMD issues orange alert for heavy rainfall in Chennai

IMD issues orange alert for heavy rainfall in Chennai

Cyclone Fengal: Torrential Rains Across Tamil Nadu Cause Widespread Destruction

Chennai Airport resumes operations after cyclone Fengal crosses Tamil Nadu and Puducherry coasts

Cyclone Fengal: Cyclonic Storm Brewing In Bay of Bengal, Moving Towards Tamil Nadu

A student sues Sai Pallavi's Amaran producers for Rs 1 crore over THIS reason

Chennai real estate company rewards 1,000 employees with all-paid trip to Spain