It’s Sunday, January 18, 2026. Today is about the massive “Beach Blanket” of security, the DMK’s digital counter-offensive, and a “Natural Partner” finally breaking his silence.
A Wrap-Up with a Nightcap
It’s Saturday night, January 17, 2026, and while the 109th birth anniversary of MGR was expected to be a day of nostalgia, it turned into a high-stakes “Mini-Manifesto” launch that has reset the 2026 battle lines.
Special buses for Thai Amavasai pilgrims to Rameswaram
With Thai Amavasai falling on Sunday, January 18, a large influx of devotees is expected to travel to Rameswaram to perform ritual observances.
MTC launches ‘Chennai Ula’ hop-on hop-off tourist bus service
The Metropolitan Transport Corporation (MTC) on Friday officially launched ‘Chennai Ula’, a dedicated hop-on hop-off tourist bus service aimed at promoting the city’s rich heritage and cultural tourism.
BJP leaders rejects ‘anti-Tamil alliance’ charge
Senior BJP leaders have strongly rejected allegations that the party is part of an “anti-Tamil alliance,” terming the charge a baseless political narrative crafted by rivals who fear losing public support.
India’s Startup Boom: A Reality Check Behind the Rankings
Public records and industry assessments broadly support the scale of India’s startup expansion—while also revealing important qualifiers beneath the headline numbers.
Good Morning with Filter Coffee
It’s Saturday, January 17, 2026, and while the Pongal pots have settled, the political and cultural fires are at their peak. Today’s “Curtain Raiser” is about a 109th birthday, a grand finale in Alanganallur, and a “Natural Partner” who is keeping everyone guessing.
A Wrap-Up with a Nightcap
It’s 9:00 PM on Friday, January 16, 2026. Today, the “Bulls of Bravery” were matched by the “Bulls of Bureaucracy,” and the Saint of the South became a digital battlefield.
Koyambedu market to remain closed on Jan17 for Pongal
The Koyambedu Vegetable Market in Chennai will remain closed on Saturday, January 17, in view of the Pongal festival, according to an official announcement by traders’ associations.
Power cut areas for tomorrow
Power supply will be suspended in the following areas on Tuesday (20-01-2026) from 09.00 am to 02.00 pm for maintenance work.
