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Chennai Airport resumes operations after cyclone Fengal crosses TN coast

According to IMD, Cyclone Fengal, which had been stationary over north coastal Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, was classified as a cyclonic storm with wind speeds of 65-70 km/hr

Chennai braces for Cyclone Fengal: Airport shut, flights disrupted

Chennai Airport has been temporarily closed, and multiple flights have been disrupted as Cyclone Fengal nears landfall in Tamil Nadu, bringing heavy rain and gusty winds

Cyclone Fengal: EMU trains in Chennai suburban to run less frequently

IndiGo issued a travel advisory and said that their flights in multiple cities, including Chennai, Tiruchirappali, Tuticorin, Madurai, and others were impacted

Chennai-based real estate firm DRA to expand footprint to Pune, Bengaluru

DRA is expecting its revenue to touch Rs 500 crore this financial year and has set a target of Rs 1,000 crore by 2026-27

Cyclone Fengal landfall today: Red alert for Tamil Nadu, Puducherry

Cyclone Fengal update: Landfall expected near Puducherry on Saturday afternoon, red alert issued for Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, and Karnataka

Cyclone Fengal intensifies: Puducherry, Tamil Nadu brace for the storm

Cyclone Fengal is gaining strength over the Bay of Bengal. Local administrations are finalising preparations in response to heavy rain warnings for Puducherry, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh

House price index rises 4.3% in Q2 against 3.3% in previous quarter: RBI

The cities are Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Jaipur, Kanpur, Kochi, Kolkata, Lucknow, and Mumbai

SC stays revival of corruption case against former TN CM Panneerselvam

In a relief to former Tamil Nadu chief minister O Panneerselvam, the Supreme Court on Friday stayed an order of the Madras High Court restoring a disproportionate assets (DA) case against him and his family members. A bench of Justices Hrishikesh Roy and S V N Bhatti issued notice to the Tamil Nadu police and others on a plea filed by Panneerselvam. "In the present matter concerned, the challenge is to the impugned order of single judge of the High Court judicature at Madras exercising powers of suo motu criminal revision, under Section 397 of the Code of Criminal Procedure Code, 1973. Issue notice," the bench directed. In the meantime, the operation of the judgment was stayed by the top court. The high court, on October 29, set aside a trial court order allowing the prosecution to withdraw the DA case against Panneerselvam and others while discharging the accused. The high court set aside the order of the chief judicial magistrate/special judge, Sivaganga, passed on December 3, .

High tides, gusty winds in Chennai as deep depression brews over BoB

The weather department has forecast that the system will weaken into a depression, with wind speeds of 45-55 km/h, gusting up to 65 km/h, as it makes landfall

Cyclone Fengal to hit Tamil Nadu: Rainfall disrupts flight, schools shut

Cyclone Fengal intensifies over Bay of Bengal, expected to bring heavy rain and winds to Tamil Nadu and Puducherry by November 30, affecting schools, flights, and maritime safety

Prime Minister Vishwakarma scheme will not be implemented in TN: CM Stalin

The CM said that moving forward, Tamil Nadu also constituted a committee to study that scheme in the wake of concerns that this initiative strengthens the system of 'caste-based vocation'

Chennai to have 450 GCCs by 2030 against current 250 centres: CBRE

Chennai is estimated to have around 450 Global Capability Centres (GCCs) by 2030 as against 250 centres now because of supply of premium office space and availability of skilled talent, according to CBRE. Real estate consultant CBRE on Wednesday released a report titled, Tamil Nadu: The Epicentre of Capability and Innovation Leadership', highlighting Chennai's rising prominence as a key destination for GCCs and its expanding commercial real estate landscape. "Over the years, Chennai has solidified its position as a preferred hub for global corporates, which accounts for 11 per cent of India's current GCC talent. The city currently hosts 250+ GCC units, which is expected to reach around 450-460 units by 2030," CBRE said. Chennai's robust infrastructure, proactive state government policies, and quality office development are aligned to meet the needs of global corporates, it added. Anshuman Magazine, Chairman & CEO - India, South-East Asia, Middle East & Africa, CBRE, said, As ..

Cyclone Fengal: Tamil Nadu braces for heavy rain, flooding, & strong winds

Cyclone Fengal is expected to bring heavy rain, strong winds, and flooding to Tamil Nadu, prompting school closures and heightened disaster preparedness

Chennai to shut down power for two days amid heavy rainfall, cyclone threat

Maintenance work scheduled for November 27 and 28 comes as the city braces for continued heavy rain and possible cyclonic storm 'Fengal'

IndiGo issues advisory for flights to/from Chennai due to bad weather

According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the deep depression over the Southwest Bay of Bengal moved nearly northwards with a speed of 10 kmph in the past few hours

RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das discharged, hospital says he is 'doing fine'

Das had been admitted to hospital in the southern city of Chennai and was kept under observation, the spokesperson said in a statement

Chennai weather update: IMD issues rainfall alert in parts of Tamil Nadu

IMD weather alert: Heavy rainfall alert issued in parts of Tamil Nadu. Chennai weather forecasts predict intensified rains which are expected in coastal and interior regions

SMFG India Credit bets big on key southern market to drive future growth

The new office in Chennai spans 68,000 square feet and can accommodate over 730 employees

Chennai couple delivers baby at home with WhatsApp group advice, case filed

The Chennai couple decided not to seek professional help and relied on WhatsApp group instructions to deliver their baby at home. A local health officer complained to the police

Lubrizol, Polyhose sign MoU to set up medical tubing unit near Chennai

Production is expected to commence in 2026, and will make tubing that can be used in highly specialised devices such as balloon and minimally-invasive-procedure catheters