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Drama on stage
Loads of laughter and thunderous applause could be heard from the prestigious halls of Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Mylapore. The reason being none other than the beginning of the popular Bhavan's…
Relax and read in a park
The ‘Book reading in the Park’ event is yet another brainchild of Mylapore Times Newspaper and Sundaram Finance. Launched today, May 4, 2019, the event encourages children in the age…
Amma park – a green space for the residents of West Mambalam
If you are in West Mambalam, you must visit Amma Park. It is situated in a huge area of 16 grounds, of which 8 grounds are for the playground. The…
Cyclone Fani: Boon or Bane?
Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) confirmed the formation of a low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal on April 25, 2019. This depression can form into 'Cyclone Fani' soon. The latest…
Chronicler of Madras S Muthiah passes away
S Muthiah, journalist, writer - author and chronicler of Chennai city that used to be called Madras, passed away today, April 20, 2019. He was 89. Known for his column…
Chennai Central Railway Station renamed as Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G. Ramachandran Central Railway Station
Chennai Central railway station is officially renamed as Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. Ramachandran Central Railway Station, with effect from April 5, 2019. The TN state cabinet with Chief minister Edappadi K.…
Now travel by metro from Washermanpet to Airport
The 45 km stretch of Chennai Metro Rail Phase-1 from Washermanpet to Airport is now fully operational for travel by commuters. The final stretch of 10 km was launched by…
Children’s Special at the Mylapore Festival
The Sundaram Finance Mylapore Festival is held annually during the week prior to Pongal. This year the festival is organised from Jan. 10 to 13, 2019. Cultural events and art…
Chennai’s first park and play-space for all
The Infinity Park in Santhome is not just another park. It is Chennai's first inclusive park, which means that it is a pace for leisure for all including those with…