CPI(M) Madurai committee urges CM Stalin to enhance urban infrastructure, tackle traffic, and boost industry. Key demands include new flyovers, pedestrian subways, and industrial estate. Read more.
A devastating fire at the LIC building in Madurai claimed the life of senior manager A Kalyani Nambi and left another officer with severe burns. Read the full details of the tragic incident and the ongoing investigation.
Madurai's new 'Smart Madurai' app for civic complaints struggles with low adoption. Residents, citing past failures of the online portal, doubt its effectiveness despite corporation assurances.
Former AIADMK minister Sellur K Raju launches a fierce attack on the DMK government, alleging institutionalised corruption and intentional stalling of key infrastructure projects in Madurai. Read the full details.
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar inspected Patna's Rajdhani reservoir, learning about diverse migratory birds like Lalsar & Pintail. Officials highlighted conservation efforts in the urban oasis. Read more.
The iconic Eurasian coot, once carpeting Wadhwana Lake in Vadodara, is vanishing. Bird counts have crashed from 21,000 to 7,000. Experts cite water levels and food scarcity. Read the full investigation.
Key stakeholders gather at Agro Food Trade Centre for MDU Raising seminar to discuss Madurai's Master Plan, industrial clusters, and sustainable growth. Join the dialogue for a 'Sparkling Madurai'.
A major fire broke out at the LIC building in Madurai on December 17, 2025, resulting in fatalities and injuries. Rescue operations are underway. Get the latest updates.
A fire broke out at the LIC office in Madurai's Periyar area on December 17, 2025. Fire tenders and an ambulance were dispatched to the spot. Read for live updates.
Research reveals night owls may have higher intelligence, creativity, and better cognitive function than early risers. Discover the science behind your sleep chronotype.
Madurai collector inspects colleges for alternate 2026 assembly vote counting centres after HC barred use of medical college. Details on facilities checked and officials involved.
After a successful rehab in Pench, 15 endangered long-billed vultures are being prepared for release in Melghat Tiger Reserve. A key conservation win for Maharashtra. Read the full story.
Srirangapatna Bird Sanctuary in Mandya witnesses a higher influx of migratory birds this season, with over 2,700 birds from 32 species recorded. Ideal weather and water levels create perfect habitat. Plan your visit during the peak season from Dec 20 to J
Indore's Sirpur Lake, a Ramsar site, sees a 50% drop in migratory birds as water hyacinth covers 150 acres. Experts warn of ecological collapse and threat to its protected status. Read more.
Indore accelerates efforts to save Sirpur Lake from sewage-fueled water hyacinth. A new 20-MLD STP and phytoremediation aim to restore the Ramsar wetland. Read about the rescue plan.
Madurai gears up for its first major literary festival, 'Sangam,' on Jan 30-31. Inspired by Jaipur, it will feature writers, artists & cultural events at heritage sites. Free entry with registration.
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin, in Madurai, accused opponents of using cheap politics to stall state's progress. He inaugurated projects worth Rs 2,630 crore and defended temple rituals.
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin inaugurated 63 projects worth ₹2,630.88 crore in Madurai, laid foundation for 7 new ones. Local chamber demands urgent civic upgrades, airport expansion.
Hannah Einbinder's Emmy win for Hacks became a viral moment with an Eagles cheer & muted political statements. Discover the full story behind the Hollywood-Philly fusion.
UP govt abandons Ramsar tag for Dhanauri wetland near Noida airport, opts for a 112-hectare biodiversity park. Core wetland to be preserved, but construction ban avoided. Read the full story.
Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies (Kufos) establishes a Centre for Wetland Studies to combat wetland loss, focusing on Ramsar sites like Vembanad Lake. A new study reveals an 85% drop in its water carrying capacity.
Shocking discovery of 107 dead Grey Francolin birds in Dombivli's Motagaon area. Forest officials send samples to NIV Pune to investigate cause of death, suspecting infection or poisoning. Read details.
An NGT-mandated committee recommends a Rs 5 lakh monthly fine per inlet for BMC if untreated sewage continues to flow into Mumbai's Powai Lake. Read the full report and the civic body's proposed action plan.
A visual journey through December 5, 2025: From a grand welcome for President Putin in Varanasi to the full moon over Kolkata and global news events. See the day's most compelling images.
Despite official requests, Madurai's Kalavasal Junction remains a chaotic de facto bus stop. Commuters cite convenience & Google Maps, while authorities struggle with traffic and enforcement.
Discover 5 of the world's most vibrantly coloured birds, from Kenya's Lilac-breasted Roller to India's Black-backed Kingfisher. See how nature creates living art in the sky.
Forest officials in Odisha's Jajpur district arrested three youths for poaching 14 migratory birds. This is the first case detected in Dalijodi forest range this winter. Read more.
Thousands of protected migratory seagulls, known locally as 'samudra kaage', have arrived in large numbers on the beaches of Keni and Belekeri in Karnataka's Ankola taluk. Witness this spectacular natural phenomenon.
Wildlife officials in Chilika arrested a man for shooting migratory birds. Two carcasses and a gun were seized. This is the third such case in two weeks.
Asia's largest saltwater lagoon, Chilika, is silting up rapidly. Forest department data reveals alarming depth reduction and massive sludge removal efforts. Read the full report.