NEWS AT A GLANCE
TN CEO Rajesh Lakhoni holds meeting with political parties
Tamil Nadu Chief Electoral Officer Rajesh Lakhoni held a meeting with representatives of various political parties and advised them to avoid personal attacks during campaign.
Posted On :26/Mar/2016 4:17:03 PM
Aravind Swami to don the role of prince in Bogan
Aravind Swami is once again joining hands with Jayam Ravi in a film titled Bogan. Lakshmanan who had earlier directed Jayam Ravi starrer Romeo Juliet is directing Bogan.
Posted On :26/Mar/2016 3:38:05 PM
2 more additional flights in Chennai - Tiruchi - Chennai sector by Jet Airways
Jet Airways has decided to introduce two more flights in Chennai - Tiruchi - Chennai sector.
Posted On :26/Mar/2016 3:05:13 PM
Children to be charged full-ticket rates for rail berth from April 22
Indian Railways has taken a decision to charge full fare for children aged 5-12 if a separate seat or berth is sought. Till now, children in this age group were entitled to a separate seat or berth at half the fare.
Posted On :26/Mar/2016 2:59:05 PM
Power situation with ensuing hot summer: TANGEDCO sets up a centre to tap renewable energy
The power generation in the state of Tamil Nadu currently depends largely on coal-fired thermal power stations. The state has more than 7,000 mega watt (MW) of installed wind capacity.
Posted On :26/Mar/2016 2:50:24 PM
Boom to Chennai bound passengers from Southern Districts
Tamil Nadu State Express Transport Corporation (SETC) recently introduced Volvo AC buses from Madurai, Sivaganga, Theni, Thoothukudi, Nagercoil and Tirunelveli to Chennai. This was done to meet the increasing demand for air-conditioned buses during the summer season.
Posted On :26/Mar/2016 2:43:48 PM
Steps taken to widen bus route roads in Chennai Metro City
Measures are being taken to get more parking spaces, bus bays and wider carriageway. For this purpose, Greater Chennai Corporation would use the land it has received from residents through registered gift deeds.
Posted On :26/Mar/2016 2:32:13 PM
Railway measures to increase number of lower berths: Seniors citizens welcome
The decision of Indian railways to increase the number of lower berths allocated in long-distance trains to senior citizens and women has met with whole-hearted welcome by them.
Posted On :26/Mar/2016 2:18:04 PM
Preventive measures for Zika virus: test kits available with King Institute
The government (both central & state) has been taking various measures to prevent the entry of Zika virus in the country.
Posted On :26/Mar/2016 2:11:15 PM
Trial run to be conducted on the underground stretch from Koyambedu to Shenoy Nagar
Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) is gearing up on top speed to complete all its works. CMRL is likely to conduct a trial run next month on the 5-km underground stretch from Koyambedu to Shenoy Nagar.
Posted On :26/Mar/2016 12:05:11 PM
