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Society

Come to St George’s Cathedral, where time stands still on a bustling road

August 29, 2018 Seetha Gopalakrishnan

Just beyond the mad rush of Gemini Circle is a haven of quiet, lending its name to the road it is situated in — the St. George’s Cathedral, the Mother Church of the Diocese of Madras. Take a stroll through its cool interiors on a sunny afternoon

Civic

What does the Corporation achieve by continually changing street names?

August 23, 2017 V Sriram

A street name that has been around for centuries becomes an integral part of local history; changing it for cosmetic reasons or short term posturing serves little purpose, writes blogger and historian V Sriram.

Society

Yes, it’s time to raise a toast to our city again!

August 1, 2017 Meenakshi Ramesh

Are you all set to participate in the birthday celebrations of your favourite city, Chennai that was once Madras? As Madras month commences, here’s a quick look at its history and how you could be a part of it over the next few weeks.

Environment

Where have all our avenues gone?

June 22, 2017 V Sriram

In a beautiful, nostalgic ode to Chennai that was Madras, heritage activist V Sriram tells us about the lost landmarks of the city: the tree-lined avenues and what they have become today.

Society

Ode to Madras, city of many firsts in India

December 16, 2016 Mahesh Kumar S T

How many of us know that erstwhile Madras formed the cradle of many of the institutions that define modern India? Here’s a slice of that glorious history of present-day Chennai.

Economy

How Jaya turned sleepy Madras into vibrant Chennai

December 12, 2016 Kalyan N Arun

K.N. Arun looks back upon the life and times of an unforgettable leader and her impact on the city

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Panel proposes practical and scientific ways to green Chennai

குடியிருப்போர் நலச் சங்கம்: நீங்கள் தெரிந்து கொள்ள வேண்டியவை

Chennai Buzz: Health workers’ protest | Waste water recycling plans | Report on new traffic project

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How you can adopt a park or green space in the city

நேர்காணல்: சென்னைக்கு கோவிட் தடுப்பூசி எப்போது?

Chennai Buzz: COVID-19 vaccine in city | Civic workers sacked by GCC | Integrated terminal work to begin in 2022..and more

All you should know about forming an RWA in Chennai

Want to know if it’s going to rain today? Learn from Chennai’s weather bloggers

PM Modi just promised Perumbakkam 1000+ new houses. Who will solve the woes of the existing ones?

Interview: When and how will Chennai get the COVID vaccine?

Chennai Buzz: Plan for road safety cell | Chennai tops CCTV density | NGT to inspect ECR SWD site…and more

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