Water Supply Rainwater harvesting key to this South Chennai apartment’s reduced reliance on private tankers September 26, 2023 Shobana Radhakrishnan The apartment complex in Shollinganallur has reduced dependence on tankers by carrying out regular maintenance of rainwater harvesting structures.
Economy What Chennai women have to say about the Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thogai scheme September 25, 2023 Athira Johnson Cash assistance of Rs 1000 has been rolled out under the Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thogai scheme. Here’s how it could benefit women of Chennai.
Civic Chennai Buzz: Flood mitigation efforts on | Roads to be relaid based on complaints..and more! September 23, 2023 News Desk More news in this weekly recap: Chennai Metro shares feasibility study; North Chennai to get power infra upgrade; 15 mobile toilets launched.
Civic Commercial establishments take over footpaths in Perambur September 22, 2023 Raghukumar Choodamani Commercial establishments use footpaths for parking, seating and placing of name boards, blocking access to pedestrians.
Commute MTC staff brave poor working conditions to keep Chennai buses running September 21, 2023 Athira Johnson Bus service in Chennai has been affected by shortage of funds, staff shortage and low fleet strength, forcing MTC workers to demand improvements.
Governance Beneficiaries of World Bank backed housing projects in Chennai left in limbo: IRCDUC study September 20, 2023 Shobana Radhakrishnan A study by IRCDUC found that a majority of the beneficiaries of the World Bank-financed housing projects in Chennai lack security of tenure.
Society Clampdown dampens student activism in Chennai September 18, 2023 Mary Murphy Students of Chennai have limited scope for activism due to widespread administrative control that does not allow space for dissent.
Civic Chennai Buzz: Stray cattle menace continues | On-street parking policy prepared..and more! September 16, 2023 News Desk More news in this weekly recap: GCC to revise company tax; Metro water to launch app for grievance redressal.
Civic Clear plan for development the need of the hour for North Chennai September 14, 2023 V Sriram Vada Chennai Valarchi Thittam requires a focused and time-bound approach to successfully develop neglected areas in North Chennai.
Governance Councillor Talk: Nilavarasi wants to make Ward 136 a model ward September 13, 2023 Shobana Radhakrishnan Nilavarasi has been working on mitigating flooding in Ward 136, in addition to taking measures to improve waste management and sanitation.
Infrastructure Chennai sees fresh hope for completion of Port-Maduravoyal Expressway project September 12, 2023 Athira Johnson With fresh tenders issued, there is optimism that the much-delayed elevated expressway between Port – Maduravoyal could be completed soon.
Water Supply Many reasons for Chennai residents to rely on private water tankers September 11, 2023 Shobana Radhakrishnan Private water tankers in Chennai bridge the gap between demand and supply of water as residents face issues with Metro Water.
Civic Chennai Buzz: Second domestic terminal at airport | Clean-up along banks of Adyar..and more! September 9, 2023 News Desk More news in this weekly recap: Projects launched for clean air in Chennai; Metro’s Poonamallee depot to be ready next year.
Civic மாம்பலம் கால்வாய் சீரமைப்பு அதன் எதிர்காலம் குறித்த கேள்விகளை எழுப்புகிறது September 7, 2023 Shobana Radhakrishnan மாம்பலம் கால்வாய் சீரமைப்பு திட்டத்தின் குறைகள்.
Civic North Chennai roads turn into an obstacle course for commuters September 6, 2023 Raghukumar Choodamani Roads all over north Chennai are filled with potholes, open manholes and deep road cuts, causing serious issues for commuters.