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EntertainmentApr 08, 2026 06:34 PM

Rajinikanth refuses to comment on Jana Nayagan delay, shares Jailer 2 update

Rajinikanth declined to comment on the delay in release of Jana Nayagan and shared updates on his films. Superstar Rajinikanth refused to share his opinion on Vijay's Jana Nayagan being held by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) over scenes that could hurt people's sentiments. He spoke to the media outside the Chennai airport on Wednesday. The actor shared updates on Jailer 2 and his much anticipated film with Kamal Haasan, tentatively titled RKxKH. When asked about his opinion on ...Read More >

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EntertainmentApr 08, 2026 04:34 PM

Fans will be ones suffering if they hurt themselves in pursuit of stars: Rajinikanth

He was commenting particularly on the extreme risks fans of actor-turned-politician Vijay are taking to get close to him during the campaign trail. Speaking to reporters at the Chennai airport, Rajinikanth appealed to the youth, urging them to prioritise their education and physical health. Replying to a query about how, fans, often in the rush to be near Vijay, during his political campaigns, put themselves in harm's way, Rajnikanth said they have to be "careful". Despite the tragic incident ...Read More >

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EntertainmentApr 08, 2026 01:20 PM

"Life can turn into hell...": Rajinikanth urges youth to focus on education, not drugs or alcohol

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], April 8 (ANI): Megastar Rajinikanth has shared a strong message for the youth, urging them to stay focused on their future and make the right choices in life. The veteran actor was seen speaking to the media outside Chennai airport, where he emphasized the importance of discipline, education, and a healthy lifestyle. When asked about the growing influence of film actors in politics and how many youngsters follow them, sometimes leading to risky behaviour like bike ...Read More >

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EntertainmentApr 08, 2026 11:34 AM

Rajinikanth declines to comment on Tamil Nadu elections, says this about Jailer 2 release date

When asked about the upcoming Tamil Nadu elections, he politely refused to comment and added, "Vanakkam." The elections will take place on April 23. Last month, Rajinikanth broke his silence after recent claims were made by Aadhav Arjuna, who said that the actor refrained from entering politics due to a threat from the DMK. In the statement written in Tamil, Rajinikanth said, "I wish to express my heartfelt gratitude to everyone who condemned his slanderous remarks and raised their voices in su ...Read More >

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PoliticsBusinessApr 08, 2026 02:33 AM

West Asia war: 348 stranded Indians return from Iran after sleepless weeks

CHENNAI: A total of 348 Indian citizens from different parts of Tamil Nadu and its neighbouring states, stranded in Iran for more than a month since a war broke out in West Asia, landed in Chennai in a special flight arranged from Armenia by the Indian embassy officials.Of the 348 passengers, 327 were Tamils, five were from Puducherry, while 10 were from Kerala. Most of the Tamils were natives of Tirunelveli, Kanyakumari and Nagapattinam districts and were working as fishermen in Iran. They were ...Read More >

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BusinessApr 07, 2026 01:41 PM

World News | 30 Fishermen from Tamil Nadu, Puducherry Return to India from Sri Lanka | LatestLY

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], April 7 (ANI): 30 Indian fishermen arrived in Sri Lanka on Tuesday and made their way back home safely. 21 of them were from Ramanathapuram, while 9 others were from Karaikal The fishermen, hailing from Nagapattinam, Mayiladuthurai, and Karaikal regions, had ventured into the sea on February 15 in two boats for fishing. Also Read | Middle East Conflict: Iran Calls for Human Chains Around Power Plants As Donald Trump's Deadline Nears To Reopen Strait of Hormuz. Th ...Read More >

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BusinessApr 07, 2026 01:28 PM

30 fishermen from Tamil Nadu, Puducherry return to India from Sri Lanka

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], April 7 (ANI): 30 Indian fishermen arrived in Sri Lanka on Tuesday and made their way back home safely. 21 of them were from Ramanathapuram, while 9 others were from Karaikal The fishermen, hailing from Nagapattinam, Mayiladuthurai, and Karaikal regions, had ventured into the sea on February 15 in two boats for fishing. They were alleged to have crossed the International Maritime Boundary Line, and were thus apprehended by the Sri Lankan Navy, who seized their boa ...Read More >

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PoliticsApr 06, 2026 11:33 PM

Cong top honchos Rahul, Priyanka arrives in Chennai, heads to Pondy for poll campaign

Chennai, Apr 6 (UNI) With the election campaigning in the union Territory of Puducherry reaching its business end, top Congres honchos Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and Pruyanka arrived here on Monday and headed to Puducherry for campaigning in the April nine Assembly polls. They were received at the airport by senior TNCC leaders and after a brief reception they left for Puducherry in an aircraft to campaign for candidates of the Congress-led INDI Alliance. Meanwhile, BJP ...Read More >

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PoliticsApr 06, 2026 11:00 PM

2026 TN elections | 'Brothers' Rahul & Stalin in Union Territory, but no meet or bonhomie

CHENNAI: In a far cry from the bonhomie shared between Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and Chief Minister MK Stalin during the 2024 Lok Sabha polls, the two leaders had ample chances to cross paths, shake hands, or exchange a hug this Monday, but appeared to avoid it, feeding the rumour mills. In the first instance, Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi arrived in Chennai from Delhi on Monday morning on a special aircraft, a key transit halt en route to Puducherry and Kerala, which go ...Read More >

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BusinessApr 06, 2026 06:34 PM

EAM Jaishankar Thanks Armenia For Support In Evacuating Indian Fishermen From Iran

EAM Jaishankar thanks Armenia for helping evacuate Indians from Iran via Armenian territory, part of wider efforts that have already brought over 550 Indians home. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday expressed gratitude to the government of Armenia and its Foreign Affairs Minister Ararat Mirzoyan for facilitating the evacuation of Indian fishermen from Iran via Armenian territory. The External Affairs Minister didn't specify the number of fishermen evacuated from the conflict-st ...Read More >

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PoliticsApr 06, 2026 04:26 PM

Rahul Gandhi, MK Stalin campaign separately in Puducherry; trigger buzz over INDIA Bloc coordination

Chennai, April 6 (SocialNews.XYZ) Senior Congress MP Rahul Gandhi and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin campaigned in Puducherry on the same day but did not share a common stage, sparking speculation over coordination within the INDIA Bloc as the election campaign entered its final phase. Rahul Gandhi arrived in Chennai from Delhi on Monday morning along with Priyanka Gandhi Vadra aboard a special aircraft, marking a key transit halt amid intensified campaigning across poll-bound states. T ...Read More >

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PoliticsApr 06, 2026 01:48 PM

Stalin and Rahul Gandhi campaign separately in Puducherry, triggering alliance buzz

CHENNAI: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi held election campaigns in Puducherry on the same day but did not share the stage, raising questions about coordination within the INDIA bloc alliance. Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi arrived in Chennai from Delhi on Monday morning in a special aircraft, marking a key transit halt as the party intensified its campaign in poll-bound states. They landed at the old terminal of Chennai airport around 10 ...Read More >

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PoliticsApr 06, 2026 07:23 AM

'Grateful to BJP': K Annamalai clarifies after party snub from Tamil Nadu polls, cites 'choice'

Amid speculation over K Annamalai's absence from the Bharatiya Janata Party candidate list for the upcoming Tamil Nadu assembly elections, he on Saturday made it clear that the decision was his own. Speaking to reporters at Chennai airport, the former state BJP chief said he "wasn't denied a ticket, but he chose not to contest," reported news agency ANI. He said he had already informed the party leadership in writing of his decision to stay out of the electoral fray and to campaign for the Nat ...Read More >

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BusinessApr 05, 2026 10:19 AM

Over 300 fishermen stranded in Iran reach Chennai after transit through Armenia

NEW DELHI: A total of 345 Indian fishermen who were stranded in Iran safely arrived in Chennai Saturday evening after completing a complex overland and air journey that included transit through Armenia. The group, mostly from Tamil Nadu and other coastal states, landed at the Chennai International Airport on a special flight late in the evening, where they were received by officials. The fishermen had been working in Iranian waters for several months. All returnees have been reported in good h ...Read More >

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BusinessApr 04, 2026 07:38 PM

345 Indian Fishermen Return Home from Iran via Armenia, Land in Chennai

Chennai: In a significant repatriation effort, 345 Indian fishermen, who were stranded in Iran, safely arrived in Chennai today via an overland and air route that included transit through Armenia. The fishermen, mostly from Tamil Nadu and other coastal states, reached the southern metropolis on a special flight after completing their journey from Iran to Armenia and then onward to India. Officials confirmed that all the returnees are in good health and have been received by local authorities at ...Read More >

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PoliticsApr 04, 2026 04:59 PM

Tamil Nadu election 2026: The big Annamalai question -- what BJP gains, what it risks

NEW DELHI: Senior BJP leader K Annamalai on Saturday clarified that he was not denied a ticket for the upcoming Tamil Nadu assembly elections, stating that he himself had chosen not to contest and would instead focus on campaigning for the party and its allies."I had already informed the core committee in writing that I would not be contesting in any constituency. Therefore, it is not that I was denied a ticket the truth is that I chose not to contest the election," Annamalai told reporters at C ...Read More >

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EntertainmentApr 04, 2026 02:49 PM

Entertainment News | Rajinikanth Announces 'Jailer 2' Wrap; Confirms August Shoot with Kamal Haasan ...

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], April 4 (ANI): Veteran actor Rajinikanth on Saturday confirmed that the shooting of his much-anticipated sequel 'Jailer 2' has been completed and the film is now in its final stages of post-production. The superstar added that the production team will soon officially announce the release date, heightening expectations among fans. Also Read | Ranbir Kapoor Reveals Daughter Raha's Role in His 'Ramayana' Journey; Part 1 Confirmed for Diwali 2026 Release (Watch Video) ...Read More >

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PoliticsApr 04, 2026 12:48 PM

'Wasn't Denied Ticket, Chose Not to Contest': K Annamalai Clarifies After BJP Snub From Tamil Nadu |...

Chennai, April 4: Following his exclusion from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate list for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, former state BJP president K Annamalai on Saturday clarified that he "wasn't denied a ticket, but he chose not to contest." Briefing reporters at Chennai airport, Annamalai expressed gratitude to the party high command for respecting his decision, adding that he had already submitted a written communication stating that he would not contest from any const ...Read More >

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PoliticsApr 04, 2026 12:05 PM

'Didn't Want To Contest': Annamalai On Missing From BJP TN Candidate List; Says 'I Decided'

Former Tamil Nadu BJP president K. Annamalai on Friday clarified that his absence from the party's candidate list for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections was a personal decision, putting to rest speculation over his non-inclusion. Speaking to reporters at Chennai airport after arriving from Coimbatore, Annamalai said he had informed the party leadership well in advance about his choice. Addressing the issue, Annamalai stated, "I had already informed the core committee that I would not b ...Read More >

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PoliticsApr 04, 2026 11:59 AM

India News | Wasn't Denied Ticket, Chose Not to Contest: K Annamalai Clarifies After BJP Snub from T...

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], April 4 (ANI): Following his exclusion from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate list for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, former state BJP president K Annamalai on Saturday clarified that he "wasn't denied a ticket, but he chose not to contest." Briefing reporters at Chennai airport, Annamalai expressed gratitude to the party high command for respecting his decision, adding that he had already submitted a written communication stating that he woul ...Read More >

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PoliticsApr 04, 2026 11:34 AM

'Not Denied Ticket, I Chose Not To Contest': Annamalai Breaks Silence On Absence From BJP Tamil Nadu...

Chennai: Former Tamil Nadu BJP chief K Annamalai has clarified that his absence from the party's candidate list for the upcoming Assembly elections was a personal decision, putting to rest speculation that he had been denied a ticket. The clarification came a day after the BJP released its list of 27 candidates for the Tamil Nadu polls under the AIADMK-led NDA alliance, with Annamalai's omission emerging as the biggest talking point. Speaking to reporters at Chennai airport after arriving from ...Read More >

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PoliticsApr 04, 2026 11:01 AM

Wasn't denied ticket, chose not to contest: K Annamalai clarifies after BJP snub from Tamil Nadu

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], April 4 (ANI): Following his exclusion from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate list for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, former state BJP president K Annamalai on Saturday clarified that he "wasn't denied a ticket, but he chose not to contest." Briefing reporters at Chennai airport, Annamalai expressed gratitude to the party high command for respecting his decision, adding that he had already submitted a written communication stating that he woul ...Read More >

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PoliticsApr 03, 2026 12:34 PM

Extensive security arrangements in place for PM Modi's visit to Chennai, Puducherry

Chennai, April 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) Nearly 3,000 police personnel have been deployed across Chennai as part of extensive security arrangements for the two-day visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who will arrive in the city on Friday to campaign ahead of the elections. According to official sources, the Prime Minister is scheduled to land in Chennai at around 3.20 p.m. on Friday by a special aircraft. Soon after his arrival, he will proceed by helicopter to Puducherry, where he is expected to t ...Read More >

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PoliticsApr 03, 2026 08:27 AM

TN Polls: Modi to launch Chennai, Puducherry campaign today

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to intensify the National Democratic Alliance's (NDA) campaign in the South with a two-day visit to Chennai and Puducherry starting on Friday, in the run-up to the Assembly elections scheduled in Tamil Nadu and the Union Territory. The Prime Minister is expected to arrive at Chennai International Airport on Friday afternoon, according to sources. After landing, he will head straight to Puducherry to address a major public rally in the evening. The ...Read More >

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PoliticsApr 03, 2026 08:19 AM

PM Modi to begin Chennai, Puducherry campaign today ahead of Assembly polls

New Delhi, April 3 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to intensify the National Democratic Alliance's (NDA) campaign in the South with a two-day visit to Chennai and Puducherry starting on Friday, in the run-up to the Assembly elections scheduled in Tamil Nadu and the Union Territory. The Prime Minister is expected to arrive at Chennai International Airport on Friday afternoon, according to sources. After landing, he will head straight to Puducherry to address a major public r ...Read More >

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OtherBusinessDec 17, 2025 11:34 AM

Toxic smog overshadows Messi tour as pollution crisis threatens to embarrass India on world stage

Delhi's catastrophic air pollution was thrust into global spotlight this week as heavy smog disrupted flights, forced schools into hybrid mode, and overshadowed a highly publicised visit by football icon Lionel Messi. Air quality in the Indian capital deteriorated sharply over the weekend, prompting authorities to impose emergency restrictions. Several monitoring stations recorded air quality index readings at or near the maximum level of 500 on Monday morning, placing Delhi firmly in the "sev ...Read More >

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EnvironmentDec 17, 2025 11:31 AM

10 flights cancelled at IGI Airport due to low visibility

New Delhi [India], December 17 (ANI): Ten flights were cancelled at Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport, New Delhi, on Wednesday morning due to low visibility conditions, airport authorities said.Meanwhile, flight operations at Chennai International Airport were also disrupted on Wednesday morning after dense fog and adverse weather conditions in Delhi and other northern states led to the cancellation of 11 flights, airport authorities said.According to an official statement, four departin ...Read More >

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BusinessDec 17, 2025 09:34 AM

11 flights cancelled at Chennai Airport due to dense fog in North India

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], December 17 (ANI): Flight operations at Chennai International Airport were disrupted on Wednesday morning after dense fog and adverse weather conditions in Delhi and other northern states led to the cancellation of 11 flights, airport authorities said. According to an official statement, four departing flights and seven arriving flights were cancelled during the day. The cancellations were attributed to persistent dense fog, poor weather, and air pollution affectin ...Read More >

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OtherDec 17, 2025 09:01 AM

11 flights cancelled at Chennai airport due to fog and bad weather; check details here

CHENNAI: As dense fog and adverse weather conditions continue to disrupt air traffic in Delhi and other northern States, a total of 11 flights, four departures and seven arrivals were cancelled at Chennai airport on Wednesday, causing inconvenience to passengers. The cancelled departures from Chennai include flights to Delhi, Jaipur, Kolkata and Ghaziabad. Similarly, seven incoming flights from Delhi, Jaipur, Patna, Pune, Kolkata and Indore to Chennai were also called off, airport sources said. ...Read More >

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PoliticsDec 17, 2025 07:29 AM

CM Stalin lays foundation for Hajj House in Chennai

CHENNAI: Chief Minister MK Stalin laid the foundation stone for the Tamil Nadu Hajj House on Tuesday, to be built at an outlay of Rs 39.2 crore on a one-acre site near Chennai's Anna International Airport. The CM had announced the construction of a Hajj House in the Assembly on March 3. Hajj pilgrims will stay at the centre one day before their departure to complete travel formalities and proceed conveniently to the airport. The new Haj House will have a basement and four floors. The basement w ...Read More >

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