Chennai Holiday Declared for Schools Amid Heavy Rains
Chennai District Collector Rashmi Siddharth Zagade declares holiday for city schools and colleges on Wednesday. Tiruvallur district schools also closed due to heavy rainfall and waterlogging.
Chennai District Collector Rashmi Siddharth Zagade declares holiday for city schools and colleges on Wednesday. Tiruvallur district schools also closed due to heavy rainfall and waterlogging.
Get the latest from Chennai on civic issues, traffic alerts, weather, and political developments for December 2, 2025. Stay informed with all major updates.
A Chennai Metro train halted inside a tunnel due to a technical fault. All 20 passengers were safely evacuated. Officials are investigating the cause of the glitch. Read more.
Chennai woke to mild, humid weather on Dec 2, 2025, with a high chance of rain & good AQI of 22. Get the detailed forecast & weekly outlook for planning your week.
Chennai faces a severe cyclone threat as Ditwah approaches. A red alert is issued, leading to widespread closures of schools and colleges. Stay informed on the latest weather warnings and safety measures.
Cyclone Ditwah's deep depression brings heavy rainfall to Chennai, causing severe waterlogging in north Chennai. Residents stranded, demand immediate drainage. Latest updates.
A Chennai Metro train halted abruptly between High Court and Central stations due to a technical issue. Passengers were safely evacuated. Services resumed by 6:20am. Details inside.
Cyclone Ditwah surprised Chennai with a wet Monday morning, flooding low-lying areas and causing traffic chaos. IMD issues orange and red alerts. Get the latest forecast and rainfall data.
A 20-year-old with a criminal record was brutally murdered near a temple in Mylapore, Chennai. This marks the second such daylight killing in the area within ten days, prompting heightened police patrols.
Greater Chennai Corporation postpones its crucial monthly council meeting for November, merging it with December's session. Councillors express disappointment over stalled civic projects. Details inside.
Cyclone Ditwah brings torrential rain to Chennai, causing severe waterlogging on major roads and highways. Authorities are on high alert. Read for live updates and safety advisories.
Anganwadi and midday meal workers in Hubballi demand job security, wage hikes, and statutory benefits like maternity leave. Their indefinite protest highlights long-pending grievances.
Moovar Nagar playground in Pozhichalur near Pallavaram has transformed into an illegal dumpyard due to irregular waste collection, causing environmental and health hazards for residents.
Adayalampattu panchayat dumps 10 tonnes daily into Cooum River, causing flooding risks and environmental damage. GCC struggles with cleanup as merger proposal delays continue.
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Tragic road accidents in Chennai claim 3 lives including 22-year-old nurse Deepika. One critical. Police investigating all incidents. Stay safe on roads.
Greater Chennai Corporation postpones Velachery flyover work after CMRL request. The projects overlap by 650m. New construction expected to start in January 2024.
Karnataka government proposes formal contracts, minimum wage up to ₹20,112 for domestic workers. New bill mandates registration, welfare benefits and penalties for violations.
Chennai's critical LB Road connecting Adyar to Thiruvanmiyur faces severe congestion due to illegal parking, wrong-side driving and inadequate police presence. Multiple accidents reported as residents struggle daily.
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Coimbatore corporation sanitary workers collected SIR enumeration forms in Ramanathapuram, violating protocol. Officials warn this unauthorized activity worsens sanitation crisis. Read full investigation.
Chennai experiences pleasant 28.6°C weather with 86% rain chance. Poor AQI of 117 may improve with rainfall. Get umbrella and mask advice for the week ahead.
Over 5000 sanitation workers in Jaipur launch immediate strike while Ajmer and Bhilwara prepare to join. Workers demand regularization, promotions and overtime payments. JMC officials promise discussion.
Vels Group inaugurates state-of-the-art football academy and swimming school in Chennai with Rs 25 crore investment. Legendary athlete P.T. Usha graces the opening ceremony.
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A 23-year-old pregnant mother in Chennai receives 5-year sentence under POCSO Act for failing to protect her 4-year-old daughter from sexual assault by boyfriend. The child now resides in prison with her.
Karnataka's new domestic workers' legislation faces criticism for missing voices and weak compliance mechanisms. Learn how this impacts workers' rights and what needs improvement.
Karnataka's new domestic workers legislation faces union backlash over social security exclusions, inadequate grievance mechanisms, and registration concerns. Learn what needs fixing.
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin launches free meal scheme for Chennai sanitary workers. Initiative provides nutritious food to 11,000 conservancy workers daily.
Chennai customs officials bust major drug smuggling operation, seizing 30kg hydroponic weed from Malaysia. Three Indian nationals detained in international airport crackdown.