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Residents across Chennai will soon access vital government services in their own neighborhoods instead of traveling across the city. The city is opening 12 mini taluk offices to bring pension applications, legal certificates, and other essential services within walking distance.
British tennis star Emma Raducanu shook off a shaky start to dominate her Australian Open first round match, winning 6-4, 6-1. The victory marks a turning point after a challenging season plagued by injuries and limited match time.
Government school students in Chennai just proved that talent has no zip code. All 40 graduates of a free AI program scored above 80%, opening doors to tech careers once out of reach.
British tennis star Emma Raducanu overcame a shaky start to dominate her Australian Open first-round match, winning 6-4 6-1 after racing through 10 of 11 games. The inspiring comeback shows the mental strength that's defined her career.
Carlos Alcaraz defeated Adam Walton in straight sets at the Australian Open, moving one step closer to tennis immortality. The young Spanish star needs only this title to complete a career Grand Slam at just 21 years old.
Norway's Casper Ruud dominated home favorite Luciano Darderi 6-1, 6-1 to reach his first Italian Open final, showing remarkable focus through a two-hour rain delay. The tournament serves as the final major warmup before the French Open, where Ruud hopes his strong clay court form will lead to his first Grand Slam title.
Two daughters of sanitation workers in Chennai just received free admission to their dream college, proving that hard work and the right support can open any door. Thanks to a partnership between Urbaser Sumeet and Ethiraj College for Women, these first-generation learners are getting their shot at higher education.
Jiho Yang became the first pre-qualifier in 68 years to win the Korea Open, nearly missing the tournament because he was too tired to compete. His wife insisted he go and even hired a driver to get him there.
A 60-year-old woman walked into a Chennai hospital barely conscious with a ruptured brain aneurysm and walked out weeks later thanks to a groundbreaking wrist-based procedure. The innovative approach avoided open brain surgery and helped her recover faster.
Chennai is creating specialized recovery shelters where homeless people can heal after hospital discharge, ending the practice of releasing vulnerable patients directly to the streets. The Greater Chennai Corporation plans at least 30 new facilities with medical care, counseling, and support services.
A busy Chennai road just got a major upgrade with new pedestrian paths, better lighting, and fresh pavement that residents are calling "how urban streets should be." The city is now adding parking and traffic solutions to complete the transformation.
Chennai is revolutionizing its water supply by building treatment plants that draw from local lakes instead of distant sources. Two new facilities will each provide 10 million liters daily to fast-growing neighborhoods.
Chennai is solving its garbage crisis by letting major waste operators collect directly from large buildings, ending illegal dumping in public spaces. Over 3,000 neighborhoods will benefit from cleaner streets and better waste management.
India's Madras High Court just ruled that Chennai's metro system must conduct surprise inspections to ensure elderly and disabled passengers actually get their priority seats. The decision comes after a lawyer proved that able-bodied passengers routinely refuse to give up marked seats.
A sustainability consultant in Chennai hasn't paid an electricity bill in nearly ten months each year since installing rooftop solar panels in 2018. She's now inspiring neighbors to make the switch to renewable energy.
American tennis star Coco Gauff powered through a shaky opening match at the Australian Open, showing the mental toughness that won her two Grand Slam titles. Meanwhile, 38-year-old Novak Djokovic prepares to make history in his quest for a record-breaking 25th major championship.
Paul Vannan K and Varun A are transforming public spaces across Chennai into welcoming chess clubs where strangers connect over friendly games instead of competing for rankings. Their initiative is helping everyone from schoolchildren to retirees rediscover chess as a social hobby rather than a high-pressure sport.
From torn heirloom saris to broken appliances, Chennai residents are choosing repair over replacement. Three local initiatives are teaching people that fixing things isn't just sustainable—it's a way to preserve memories and skills.
Tennis star Marta Kostyuk became the first Ukrainian woman to reach the French Open semifinals in the Open era, dedicating her historic victory to her war-torn homeland. The 23-year-old's emotional win came just one day after a deadly missile attack in Kyiv.
Tennis star Marta Kostyuk became the first Ukrainian woman to reach the French Open semifinals in the Open era, dedicating her emotional victory to her war-torn homeland. The 23-year-old's triumph came just one day after a deadly attack killed 18 people in Ukraine.
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