Despite fines and weekly removal drives, Madurai grapples with posters defacing public spaces. Officials collected ₹19,000, but new ads appear overnight. Can murals and vertical gardens offer a solution?
Haryana government greenlights eight crucial projects worth crores for flood management on the Markanda River, aiming to protect lives and farmland in the region.
Madurai celebrated New Year 2026 with a unique midnight book sale, sacred prayers at major temples, and heavy police deployment. Over 1,500 officers ensured safety as crowds gathered. Discover how tradition met innovation.
Despite weekly clean-ups and fines, Madurai struggles with illegal posters on flyovers and public walls. Officials turn to murals and vertical gardens for a solution. Read more.
Two separate murders in Madurai late Wednesday see swift police action. Five auto drivers arrested for hacking a driver, while search intensifies for killers of a construction worker. Latest updates.
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A photo exhibition in Madurai showcased a thriving 60-acre man-made forest at MKU, documenting 145 insect species. Experts stress public participation is key for urban conservation. Discover how locals are rebuilding green cover.
Madurai police returned 550 lost/stolen phones & reported a major crime decline in 2025. Robberies down 74%, hurt cases fell 43%. Commissioner Dr J Loganathan outlines future plans.
After delays, 2026 is the delivery year for Chandigarh Tricity's mega Rs 50,000-crore infrastructure reset. Flyovers, ring roads, metro talks, housing & medical hub in focus. Read the full plan.
Madurai and Trichy prepare for a vibrant New Year's Eve with carnivals, fireworks, and alcohol-free parties. Police deploy 1,500 personnel for safety. Explore the festive plans here!
MP Su Venkatesan inaugurated 10 projects under MPLADS in Madurai, highlighting fund inadequacy. More projects worth Rs 97 lakh to be unveiled. Read the full report.
Sewage overflow near Madurai's Meenakshi Amman temple disrupts access for devotees and vendors. Officials cite silt and commercial waste as cause. Read about the impact and civic response.
Sewage overflow near Madurai's Meenakshi Amman temple disrupts access for devotees and vendors. Officials cite silt and commercial waste as causes. Read about the impact and official response.
Nearly 200 volunteers, including students and experts, participated in Tamil Nadu's synchronized wetland bird census in Madurai, aiming to track species trends and boost conservation efforts.
Key infrastructure projects in Assam's Barak Valley, including Silchar flyover & logistics park, remain on paper as 2025 ends. Public discontent rises ahead of 2026 polls. Read more.
Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel will inaugurate and lay foundation stones for major civic projects in Vadodara worth Rs 921.61 crore, including roads, water supply, and a new Urban Haat. Read details.
The Indian government is launching SWAMIH-2, a Rs 15,000 crore fund to complete 100,000 stalled housing projects. Learn how this initiative will benefit middle-class homebuyers.
Madurai's churches and colleges are celebrating Christmas 2024 with vibrant events. From choir services to hospital visits, the city embraces fellowship and festive cheer. Discover the spirit of the season.
Nine upcoming cryptocurrency projects, including Apeing, face market review ahead of their 2026 launch. Discover the tokens and the factors shaping their potential.
The annual Dargah festival in Madurai commenced amid protests by BJP and right-wing activists over access rights. Police detained protesters raising slogans. Read the full details.
Madurai Tidel Park, a ₹314 crore IT infrastructure project, is on track for completion by June-July 2026. The 12-floor hub near Mattuthavani bus stand aims to create 5000 direct jobs and transform the local economy. Read more.
Madurai Corporation Commissioner Chitra Vijayan urges public to stop littering, highlights stray dog menace. New 'Olirum Madurai Foundation' launched to boost sanitation efforts.
Madurai's St Mary's Church hosts inter-religious carol service with Hindu, Muslim, and Christian communities. Deputy mayor inaugurates event, highlighting city's tradition of unity. Read how Madurai stands as a model of religious harmony.
Madurai faces a sharp rise in respiratory illnesses this winter. Doctors blame dust from roads & construction, with AQI above 100. Learn causes, resident struggles, and expert advice.
Madurai's Subramaniyapuram market vendors protest, alleging broken promises as e-tenders for their renovated shops were given to outsiders. Deputy mayor supports their demand for justice.
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.
Petitioners accuse Tamil Nadu govt of contradictory claims on Thiruparankundram hill structure to complicate Karthigai Deepam lighting. Court hearing continues.