Chennai's Pleasant Weather & Air Quality Outlook
Chennai enjoys clear skies with a high of 27.5°C, perfect for outdoor plans. While AQI is moderate at 93, sunny winds may improve air quality. Get tips for safe outings.
Chennai enjoys clear skies with a high of 27.5°C, perfect for outdoor plans. While AQI is moderate at 93, sunny winds may improve air quality. Get tips for safe outings.
Police arrest 8 KISS officials for allegedly covering up the murder of a Class 9 student. Three minors detained for the crime. Read the shocking details.
A 16-year-old Intermediate student died by suicide in his Kukatpally hostel. While police investigate, the family alleges ragging and delayed intimation. Read the full report.
An 18-year-old Class XI student, Ayesha Kumari, died by suicide in her Raidih rented house. Police are investigating the incident. Read the full details here.
Chennai DRI seizes 2.75kg gold worth ₹3.71 crore concealed inside dumbbells, arrests two Malaysian nationals. Read the full story of the airport bust.
Get the latest updates from Chennai on civic issues, traffic alerts, weather conditions, and key political developments. Stay informed with the biggest news from the city.
Get the latest from Chennai on civic issues, traffic alerts, weather, and political developments for December 17, 2025. Stay informed with the day's crucial updates.
FSSAI collects egg samples in Chennai over nitrofuran antibiotic concerns. Demand remains steady as experts advise caution but not to stop consumption. Read the full details.
A 7th-grade student died after a parapet wall collapsed at a government school in Tiruvallur. The incident has sparked protests alleging negligence. Read for details and ongoing investigation.
Greater Chennai Corporation launches a major paid parking project in Anna Nagar with 2,100 bays, 1,300 cameras, and contractor-led towing to decongest roads. Read details.
Greater Chennai Corporation begins strict enforcement of mandatory microchipping for pet dogs with door-to-door checks. Over 60,000 dogs already chipped. Read about the new rules and fines.
The Odisha child rights commission takes suo motu action on a tribal student's death at KISS. Family alleges suspicious circumstances, contradicting school's fall claim. Full inquiry underway.
A 25-year-old MCA student at Noida Institute of Engineering and Technology was found dead in his hostel room. Police recovered a suicide note. Full details inside.
The long-awaited Vadaperumbakkam bridge in North Chennai is set to open, easing traffic for Manali and Madhavaram. Read about the project's journey and impact.
MetroWater hikes pre-booked water tanker prices in Chennai by 16% to 46% from Dec 5. Residents and businesses face higher costs as tanker reliance grows. Details inside.
Mohammed Abdul Arfath, an 18-year-old Indian student in Cleveland, dies from injuries sustained in a house fire. The Indian Consulate in New York is providing assistance to the family.
A 17-year-old student in Thanjavur declared brain dead after assault by classmates. Police detain 15 juveniles as tensions rise. Details on the tragic school violence incident.
A 20-year-old engineering student in Rajkot was found dead at his residence. Police are investigating the role of exam-related distress. Read the full story for details.
An Indian student from Andhra Pradesh died in a house fire in the US. His family seeks financial help to bring his body home. Read the full story.
Chennai enjoys a pleasant start to December with a high of 28.2°C, an 88% chance of evening showers, and excellent air quality (AQI 22). Plan your week with our detailed forecast.
Chennai gears up for its second fully air-conditioned suburban train by early 2026 to enhance passenger comfort. However, the first AC service on the Beach-Tambaram-Chengalpattu route faces low ridership, carrying only 2,800 daily against a 40,000 capacit
Chennai faces a wet December 5 with 96% rain chance, temps 24-28°C. Good AQI of 22 holds. Weekly outlook & planning tips inside. Plan your week!
Chennai's plan to create a seventh reservoir at Retteri Lake, worth ₹43 crore, is stuck for two years due to encroachments and sewage inflow. The project aimed to add 10MLD water supply.
Chennai Metro's Phase II barricaded walkways, costing ~₹30 crore, are poorly lit, unsafe, and causing daily hardship. Officials promise removal by 2028, but pedestrians demand immediate fixes.
Unauthorized parking on OMR service lanes at key junctions is crippling traffic flow. Residents blame shops, malls, and colleges. Authorities struggle with enforcement despite complaints.
AVM Studios' Saravanan, a key figure in Tamil cinema, passed away at 85. His body is kept for public viewing at the historic AVM Studios in Vadapalani. Read more.
Brianna Aguilera, a 19-year-old Texas A&M student, was found dead in Austin. While police do not suspect homicide, her family disputes the initial narrative and demands a thorough investigation.
Chennai faces heavy rainfall on December 3, 2025, with temps of 24.2°C-27°C. The city enjoys 'good' air quality with AQI 22. Get details on the forecast and resident advisory.
The tragic death of 19-year-old Texas A&M student Brianna Aguilera has left university communities in grief. Her family seeks answers as a fundraiser doubles its goal. Read more.
Heavy overnight showers inundate North Chennai. Parry's Corner records 26.5cm rain, Vyasarpadi & Perambur face severe waterlogging, disrupting life and cutting off key railway stations. Officials cite clogged drains.