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Chennai Metro offers free sponsored rides for IPL 2026 fans attending CSK vs Gujarat Titans match

etimes.in / Apr 25, 2026, 08:19 (IST)

chennai metro rail Limited (CMRL) is offering free round-trip metro rides to spectators attending the IPL 2026 match between Chennai Super Kings and Gujarat Titans on April 26. Valid match tickets, digital or physical, will grant access for a journey between any operational metro station and Government Estate Metro Station, easing travel and reducing traffic congestion for cricket enthusiasts.

chennai metro rail Limited ridership drops to 90.18L in April, was 1.01 crore in March

TNN / May 03, 2026, 02:07 (IST)

IPL-goers get free metro ride to and from Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians match on May 2

May 01, 2026, 02:43 (IST)

PMK candidate Balu’s vision for Thiruporur: Metro rail, clean water, and many more

TNN / Apr 15, 2026, 21:42 (IST)

Bill has exposed those who betrayed Tamil Nadu, says CM M K Stalin

TNN / Apr 19, 2026, 04:11 (IST)

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin criticized the AIADMK and Edappadi K. Palaniswami, calling them agents of Delhi, following a constitutional amendment bill. He lauded opposition leaders for uniting against the bill, which he stated originated from Tamil Nadu and reached Parliament.

Tamil Nadu polls: MK Stalin, Thirumavalavan, Premallatha share dais, open fire at EPS, BJP

TNN / Apr 08, 2026, 09:43 (IST)

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, VCK chief Thol Thirumavalavan, and DMDK general secretary Premallatha Vijayakant launched a joint attack on AIADMK and BJP in Cuddalore. Stalin alleged the NDA would halt welfare programs if AIADMK wins, while Premallatha predicted election results would humble AIADMK's arrogance.

2 cylinders, e-scooter for meritorious Class XII girls in BJP's Puducherry manifesto

TNN / Apr 06, 2026, 06:32 (IST)

In a bid to energize the electorate, the BJP has unveiled a vibrant manifesto for Puducherry, featuring enticing offerings such as complimentary LPG cylinders during festive seasons and electric scooters for exceptional female students graduating from Class XII.

Tamil Nadu polls: Successive govts miss the ride to people’s hearts

TNN / Apr 03, 2026, 03:24 (IST)

Urban mobility has become a key election issue in Tamil Nadu, with leaders highlighting metro expansion and bus services. While past welfare schemes like free bus travel for women have empowered citizens, current transport promises seem more like damage control for governance gaps. Despite investments, low metro ridership persists due to poor last-mile connectivity, with solutions arriving late.

500m-radius of 41 Chennai metro stations to become multimodal hubs

Mar 24, 2026, 03:39 (IST)

Dual-airport strategy in Delhi, Mumbai signals India's aviation boom

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Mar 30, 2026, 14:32 (IST)

India's aviation landscape is undergoing a significant transformation, shifting from single, overburdened airports to a dual-airport model in major cities like Delhi-NCR and Mumbai. This strategic move aims to alleviate congestion, foster economic growth, and position India as a global aviation hub, mirroring international standards and preparing for a future of mass air travel.

Tamil Nadu elections: Infra gaps, local issues put DMK on the back foot; AIADMK faces minority vote test in west

TNN / Mar 27, 2026, 10:37 (IST)

Chennai's western suburbs are election battlegrounds. AIADMK has allied with BJP, PMK, and AMMK. DMK aims to retain seats. Infrastructure development is a key promise. Residents face civic issues. The outcome hinges on big projects versus local problems. The region is a crucial link and gateway.

Tamil Nadu polls: AIADMK promises fridge, 3 LPG cylinders for 2.2 crore families

TNN / Mar 25, 2026, 08:37 (IST)

AIADMK's manifesto promises free refrigerators for all rice ration card holders and an increase in NEET reservation for government school students from 7.5% to 10%. The party also pledged to double monthly cash assistance for women to ₹2,000 and provide free bus travel for men, aiming to address the needs of Tamil Nadu's citizens.

AIADMK manifesto for Tamil Nadu election 2026: Party promises free refrigerators, LPG cylinders and many more

TNN / Mar 24, 2026, 18:35 (IST)

The party promises to increase medical reservation for govt school students from 7.5% to 10% who clear NEET.

AAI nod secured for multi-lane underpass below Begumpet airport, CM Revanth tells legislative council

Mar 23, 2026, 19:47 (IST)

AI-driven sensors in bullet trains to detect defects early

TNN / Mar 23, 2026, 23:17 (IST)

India's first bullet train corridor, Mumbai-Ahmedabad, will soon feature an AI-driven system to detect track defects and component failures in real-time. Mounted on trains travelling at high speeds, sensors will identify potential issues before they escalate, automatically slowing trains if necessary and predicting maintenance needs weeks in advance to enhance safety and reduce costs.

St Thomas Mount-Velachery MRTS extension open, but stations in poor shape

Mar 15, 2026, 03:13 (IST)

Velachery-St Thomas Mount MRTS line to start ops tomorrow

Mar 13, 2026, 04:09 (IST)

Chennai metro line launches delayed due to pending approvals, unfinished work

Mar 10, 2026, 05:08 (IST)

State and central govts race with each other to inaugurate projects, centre struggles to complete key projects

Mar 12, 2026, 04:36 (IST)

MRTS extension opens after 2 decades, commuters face first-day confusion

TNN / Mar 14, 2026, 13:38 (IST)

The 4.5km MRTS extension from Velachery to St Thomas Mount has finally opened, creating Chennai's second intermodal hub. While two of the three new stations are operational, commuters faced confusion regarding platform assignments and access issues at Puzhuthivakkam. Despite initial hiccups, the extension is welcomed for improving city-wide rail connectivity.

Rs 4L cr mobility blueprint for Hyd: Metro, roads and BRTS expansion planned

Mar 13, 2026, 08:06 (IST)

Chennai Metro aids rapid transport of heart, lungs for transplant at city hospital

Feb 28, 2026, 01:21 (IST)

Chennai’s Virugambakkam Canal to get wider bridge for 12.3 crore in six months to improve traffic flow, connectivity, and stormwater flow during the monsoon

Mar 08, 2026, 03:17 (IST)

TN govt approves 220 buses for last mile link to 11 metro stns

Mar 05, 2026, 03:15 (IST)

Coimbatore’s Saravanampatti flyover project shelved again

Mar 04, 2026, 04:27 (IST)

When metro builds a city: chennai metro rail plans to develop 73.4L sqft across 37 locations as commercial hubs along Phase-II corridors to boost non-fare revenue

TNN / Mar 03, 2026, 14:43 (IST)

chennai metro rail is set to transform 37 locations into commercial hubs, developing 73.4 lakh sqft of property to boost non-fare revenue. Projects at Boat Club, Kutchery Road, and IT corridor sites will integrate with stations, creating vibrant transit-oriented developments. This ambitious plan aims to enhance financial sustainability and reshape urban mobility.

PhonePe launches RuPay ‘On-The-Go’ NCMC card for offline transit payments: Here’s how it works

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Mar 09, 2026, 23:52 (IST)

PhonePe has launched the RuPay ‘On-The-Go’ Card, a National Common Mobility Card (NCMC) for contactless payments on public transport. This prepaid card supports India's 'One Nation One Card' initiative, allowing offline tap-and-pay transactions up to Rs 500. Initially available at Hyderabad Metro, it aims to expand nationwide.