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.
Mathura, the 1972 rape case survivor who changed India's sexual assault laws, was found living in destitution. Read how a TOI report triggered nationwide support and government action.
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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Mathura, whose 1972 custodial rape case changed India's sexual assault laws, now lives paralyzed and hungry in a remote Maharashtra village. Her story sparked legal reforms but she remains excluded from digital welfare systems.
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.
Fifty years after her custodial rape case forced India to rewrite sexual assault laws, Mathura lives in poverty and neglect. Her story reveals the gap between legal reform and ground reality.
A 70-year-old Aligarh farmer sentenced to 20 years in prison for raping an 11-year-old girl. The court imposed a fine, with half designated as victim compensation. Read the full details.
A 16-year-old gang-rape victim in Hamirpur died after being forced to drink acid. Three suspects arrested as police continue investigation. Read the heartbreaking details.
A 13-year-old girl in Kanpur's Jajmau area was repeatedly raped by her mother's live-in partner for over a year. The accused threatened to kill her if she resisted. Police have registered a case and launched a manhunt.
A 31-year-old man arrested for allegedly raping a 10-year-old girl in Kendrapada. The accused threatened the victim with death. Medical examination confirms sexual assault.
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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Salman, accused of raping a 6-year-old girl in Bhopal, was shot while attempting escape after snatching police gun. The victim remains critical at AIIMS. Full details inside.
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.
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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Father of Kolkata law college gangrape victim alleges threats to withdraw case. Police begin probe as one accused remains out on bail. Family vows to continue fight for justice.
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.
Jajpur court convicts 32-year-old man for repeatedly raping minor, DNA test confirms paternity. Survivor awarded Rs 7 lakh compensation. Read the full details.
Chatra police arrest 23-year-old man for allegedly raping 17-year-old girl during Chhath puja celebrations on October 28. The accused was a relative of the survivor's friend.
Chennai customs officials bust major drug smuggling operation, seizing 30kg hydroponic weed from Malaysia. Three Indian nationals detained in international airport crackdown.
Chennai replaces traditional red signals with heart-shaped lights as part of road safety campaign. Discover how this creative initiative is changing driving behavior.
Residents of Perumbakkam, Chennai's resettlement colony, face daily struggles with inadequate infrastructure, poor transportation, and missing basic facilities despite promises of better living.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin takes charge as Chennai faces severe waterlogging. Discover how the government's proactive measures are tackling the monsoon crisis and protecting citizens.
In a shocking case from Saharanpur, a 20-year-old man receives 20 years imprisonment for kidnapping, raping a minor, and coercing her to file false cases against others. The court delivers justice after a harrowing 4-year legal battle.