Chennai

The Government of Tamil Nadu has given in-principle approval to introduce first and last mile connectivity (FLMC) services around Phase-I stations of the Chennai Metro. At present, the Metro records around 3 to 3.2 lakh passengers daily, and officials believe better ...

Passengers who use wheelchairs while travelling on the Chennai Metro Rail will soon be able to board trains more easily with the help of portable ramps. The facility, which has been requested for many years by persons with disabilities, is expected ...

The Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) plans to develop 73.4 lakh square feet of commercial space at 37 locations along its Phase-II metro corridors. This move goes beyond building only stations and aims to earn more non-ticket revenue. By using land ...

The first section of the Phase-2 metro, from Poonamallee Bypass to Vadapalani, covering 14.6 km, is likely to open in a few days. The Commissioner of Railway Safety has given the required approval to start operations. However, services will begin with ...

If you've been tracking power cut schedules in Chennai this week, here's an important update that changes everything. Recent developments confirm that Tamil Nadu authorities have decided to suspend planned power outages across the state, including Chennai, to ensure uninterrupted preparation time ...

If you are residing in Chennai and have no Holi getaway plans yet, you can enjoy a delightful festive brunch in the city for an enriching experience. You can check out the list of restaurants offering Holi brunches in Chennai, where ...

Travelling from Poonamallee to Marina Beach may soon become much easier, as Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) has completed tunnelling work between Lighthouse and Thirumayilai metro stations. Photo Credit: PTI Tunnelling Process In an official statement, CMRL said that the ...

The safety inspections for a major part of Chennai Metro Rail's Phase-2 project, the stretch from Vadapalani to Poonamallee, have been completed. This section is about 15.8 km long and is expected to be one of the first parts of Phase-2 ...

The Southern Railway has announced new steps to help people travelling on the busy Chennai Beach-Tambaram suburban train route, as recent construction work has made commuting harder. This redevelopment at Egmore railway station reduced regular train services, causing long waits and ...

For the ICC T20 Men's World Cup match between the India national cricket team and Zimbabwe national cricket team at M. A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chepauk on Thursday, Metro train services will run until midnight to help fans travel easily. ...

Residents across parts of Chennai are set to experience a planned power shutdown on Wednesday, February 26, 2026, as utility authorities carry out maintenance work to strengthen electricity infrastructure and prevent unexpected outages. Scheduled power cuts can be inconvenient, but planning ahead, ...

Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) carried out the second round of inspections and speed trials for its Phase-II metro line from Poonamallee to Vadapalani via Porur on Tuesday afternoon, an important step before opening the stretch for public use. Photo ...