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Gummidipundi-Gudur 3rd and 4th Railway Lines Approved for ₹2,229 Crore

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the 3rd and 4th railway

Posted On :20/Aug/2026 9:32:25 AM

Tomorrow Panchangam August 20, 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 :19/Aug/2026 5:18:38 PM

Onam Festival: Chennai - Mangaluru Special Trains Announced

To manage the additional passenger rush during the Onam festival, Southern Railway will operate

Posted On :19/Aug/2026 5:08:05 PM

Explore Veeraraghava Swamy Temple Near Chennai

Veeraraghava Swamy Temple, located in Tiruvallur near Chennai, is a famous temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu.

Posted On :19/Aug/2026 4:46:58 PM

People for Chennai: Freezing Fleeting Moments - The Story of Rtn. Lakshmanan Veerappan

Every city has its own rhythm, but Chennai has a particularly visual character from the golden glow over the Marina

Posted On :19/Aug/2026 4:39:11 PM

Railway Board Approves 15-Year-Old Plan to Merge Chennai MRTS with Metro

The Railway Board has approved the long-pending proposal to merge Chennai’s Mass Rapid Transit System (MRTS) with Chennai Metro

Posted On :19/Aug/2026 4:31:28 PM

Dosa in Chennai: A Crispy Classic That Never Goes Out of Style

As Chennai slowly wakes to the aroma of filter coffee and freshly prepared breakfast, one dish continues to hold a special

Posted On :19/Aug/2026 4:19:50 PM

India Plans Major Health Insurance Reforms to Curb Rising Medical Costs

India is considering a series of major reforms in the health insurance sector, including standardised treatment rates

Posted On :19/Aug/2026 4:18:17 PM

Madras to Chennai: How Chennai Got Its Name

Chennai, one of India’s oldest and most vibrant metropolitan cities, officially received its present name on 17 July 1996.

Posted On :19/Aug/2026 4:11:14 PM

Chennai's Historic Firsts: From India’s First Hospital to South India’s First Railway Station

Chennai is a city known for its rich history, but many people may not realise how many important milestones in India’s public

Posted On :19/Aug/2026 4:07:22 PM