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ChennaiChennai GCC tender change shows 25–30% savings in civic works
28 Jun 2026
The civic body’s move to open small works to wider bidding is being watched for taxpayer savings and transparency.
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ChennaiChennai GCC told to consider separate wet and dry waste days
28 Jun 2026
The direction could push Chennai towards better source segregation if GCC implements it across zones.
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MobilityChennai Metro Phase-1 stations set for repair and upgrades
27 Jun 2026
The work is expected to improve passenger facilities and create more commercial space inside the metro network.
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ConsumerNamma Arasu WhatsApp Number 7845252525: Tamil Nadu Govt Services Guide for Chennai
27 Jun 2026
Chennai consumer desk — verified Government of Tamil Nadu WhatsApp number 7845252525, GCC and TNEB services, step-by-step start, and safety tips for Tamil Nadu residents.
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MobilityChennai MTC gets 65 buses in Tamil Nadu’s 300-bus rollout
26 Jun 2026
The addition is a commuter-facing public transport update for Chennai, especially on high-demand routes.
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MobilityChengalpattu ₹131 crore CMDA bus terminus nears opening
25 Jun 2026
The new terminus could improve regional bus movement for south Chennai and the wider metropolitan area.
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2BHK rental wanted: two working women, Chennai (Aug 2026)
22 Jun 2026
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ChennaiNearly 500 Young Players Compete at Tamil Nadu State Children's Chess Tournament in Perungudi
21 Jun 2026
Chennai schools · OMR corridor — statewide children's chess meet at BVM Global Perungudi draws hundreds of young players.
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ChennaiTiruvallur Ammonia Leak: 5 Dead at Seafood Unit Near Chennai — Safety Under Scrutiny
21 Jun 2026
Five women workers died and 67 remain under treatment after ammonia gas leaked from St Peter & Paul Sea Foods Exports at Kannigaipair near Periyapalayam. Updated 22 June with official health bulletin figures.
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House for rent: 3BHK ground floor, Saidapet
20 Jun 2026
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Health & WellnessInternational Yoga Day 2026: Chennai Embraces Yoga for Healthy Ageing
20 Jun 2026
Chennai can turn International Yoga Day into a daily wellness habit for families, elders, students, and working professionals.
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ChennaiOzone Greens Power Crisis in Perumbakkam: Residents Demand Permanent Electricity Solution
20 Jun 2026
Chennai real estate · civic infrastructure — Perumbakkam apartment dispute, TNRERA records and resident protest.
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Chennai GCC tender change shows 25–30% savings in civic works
28 Jun 2026
The civic body’s move to open small works to wider bidding is being watched for taxpayer savings and transparency.
Read full story - Chennai
Chennai GCC told to consider separate wet and dry waste days
28 Jun 2026
The direction could push Chennai towards better source segregation if GCC implements it across zones.
Read full story - Mobility
Chennai Metro Phase-1 stations set for repair and upgrades
27 Jun 2026
The work is expected to improve passenger facilities and create more commercial space inside the metro network.
Read full story
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