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What’s happening in Chennai
Recent, time-sensitive updates for travellers — weather, flooding, transport and safety notices. Always confirm with official sources before you travel.
- Warningtransport20 Oct 2026
New Secretariat in Chennai will worsen traffic, raise flood risk: PMK chief Anbumani
The proposed New Secretariat in Chennai is predicted to worsen traffic congestion and increase flood risk in the city.
Read updateAI-generated · verify with official sources - Warningweather20 Oct 2026
IMD warns of very heavy rain in Tamil Nadu
The IMD has issued a warning for very heavy rain in Tamil Nadu, with a yellow alert for 17 districts.
Read updateAI-generated · verify with official sources - Warningflood18 Oct 2026
New Secretariat in Chennai could worsen flood risk
The construction of the New Secretariat in Chennai is projected to increase flood risk and traffic congestion in the city.
Read updateAI-generated · verify with official sources - Warningweather18 Oct 2026
Heavy Rain and Flash Flood Risk in Chennai
Chennai is experiencing heavy rainfall and faces a risk of flash floods as the northeast monsoon sets in.
Read updateAI-generated · verify with official sources - Warningweather13 Oct 2026
Northeast Monsoon Brings Heavy Rain to Chennai
Chennai is experiencing heavy rainfall as the northeast monsoon sets in, with a risk of flash floods.
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