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BSNL Independence Day Offer: ₹1 SIM Card and New Recharge Benefits Announced

BSNL has announced special offers for customers as part of its Independence Day celebrations, including a ₹1 SIM card offer

Posted On :17/Aug/2026 10:07:59 AM

Chennai-Trichy National Highway Encroachments Cause Severe Traffic Congestion

Traffic congestion has become a major concern along several stretches of the Chennai-Trichy National Highway, with roadside

Posted On :17/Aug/2026 10:01:24 AM

Tamil Nadu LPG e-KYC Deadline Extended to August 23

The LPG e-KYC deadline in Tamil Nadu has been extended to August 23 for domestic cooking gas cylinder consumers.

Posted On :17/Aug/2026 9:58:34 AM

Chennai Gold Rate Today, August 17, 2026: Gold Prices Rise by ₹50 Per Gram

The Chennai gold rate today, August 17, 2026, has increased in the morning update. According to the latest rates updated on

Posted On :17/Aug/2026 9:49:05 AM

Tamil Nadu B.Ed Admissions 2026-27: Allotment Orders Issued to 1,800 Students

College allotment orders have been issued to 1,800 students who participated in the first phase of online counselling for B.Ed admissions

Posted On :17/Aug/2026 9:40:30 AM

Tamil Nadu DEE Tightens Verification of Teachers' Educational Certificates

The Tamil Nadu Directorate of Elementary Education (DEE) has issued fresh instructions to strengthen the verification

Posted On :17/Aug/2026 9:37:07 AM

IIT Madras and CAMS Renew Partnership to Drive FinTech Innovation

IIT Madras and Computer Age Management Services (CAMS) have renewed their partnership to strengthen fintech innovation

Posted On :17/Aug/2026 9:34:39 AM

Chennai to See Heavy Rainfall and Thunderstorms from August 17

Chennai is likely to experience moderate rainfall, thunderstorms and lightning from Monday, August 17, according

Posted On :17/Aug/2026 9:31:11 AM

Today Panchangam August 17, 2026 | Auspicious Timings, Rahu Kalam, Gulikai

A good day with lucky morning hours and positive energy. Some signs like Mesham, Kanni, and Thulam may see success, while Kadagam and Viruchigam should be careful.

Posted On :17/Aug/2026 9:25:31 AM

CMRL Begins Tunnelling Between Perambur Barracks Road and Pattalam for Chennai Metro Phase II

Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) has commenced tunnelling work between Perambur Barracks Road and Pattalam as part of Chennai’s ambitious 118.9-km Phase II Metro Rail project.

Posted On :16/Aug/2026 9:27:27 AM