Tamil Nadu

On Sunday, TNCC President K S Alagiri welcomed the two leaders meeting at Mamallapuram and visiting UNESCO heritage sites, saying it reflected Tamil Nadu's pride. (Photo: File)

Cong takes swipe at Modi plogging on beach at Mamallapuram calls it 'drama'

On Saturday Modi was seen picking up plastic litter, water bottles and other waste from a beach during his morning walk.

13 Oct 2019 1:27 PM

The two leaders enjoyed a thrilling cultural performance at Shore Temple's complex in the evening. (Photo: File)

China President Xi Jinping wraps up Chennai visit, leaves for Nepal

'This will be a memorable experience for me and for us,' Xi Jinping said.

12 Oct 2019 2:52 PM

Both Xi and Modi said the two countries need to look to the future. (Photo: MEA | Twitter)

India, China agree to set up new mechanism for trade, investment

The two leaders agreed that both countries should work together to deal with the challenge of terrorism.

12 Oct 2019 2:41 PM

Prime Minister Modi had earlier too spoken in favour of the exercise which not only keeps the body healthy but helps the environment. (Photo: ANI)

Watch: Modi goes plogging in TN to spread message of cleanliness

Earlier on Saturday, the Prime Minister also released several pictures of him on a morning walk at the beach.

12 Oct 2019 10:40 AM

Prime Minister Modi will also host a lunch for President Xi, following which the Chinese leader will proceed to Chennai airport where he will depart for a two-day state visit to Nepal. (Photo: MEA | Twitter)

PM Modi, Xi Jinping to hold delegation-level talks on day 2 in Tamil Nadu

The two leaders will meet at the Tanjo Hall in Taj Fisherman's Cove for the second round of their informal talks.

12 Oct 2019 9:57 AM

The Chinese leader wore a full sleeve white shirt and black trousers. (Photo: PTI)

PM Modi dons TN's 'veshti' as he welcomes Xi, wins praise from regional parties

Modi, who reached Mamallapuram ahead of Xi by a chopper, received the Chinese leader at Arjuna's penance monument.

12 Oct 2019 9:39 AM

In a tweet following the dinner, Modi said he was delighted to spend time with Xi. (Photo: Twitter)

Modi-Xi meet reflects positive atmospherics; signals recalibration of ties

This is the second edition of the informal summit between Modi and Xi.

12 Oct 2019 9:17 AM

Taking forward the Wuhan Spirit, the Mahabalipuram meet will provide an opportunity to the Chinese President and PM Modi to continue their discussions on overarching issues of bilateral, regional and global importance and to exchange views on deepening India-China Closer Development Partnership, the External Affairs Ministry said in a statement. (Photo: Twitter | ANI)

Modi, Xi enjoy Carnatic music, Kathakali at sea-facing Shore Temple

The city is famed for its temples and architecture which date back to the Pallava Dynasty.

11 Oct 2019 8:58 PM

The programme showcased the Indian classical dance forms of Kathakali and Bharatnatyam to fast-paced Carnatic music, highlighting the region's magnificent roots. (Photo: ANI)

Modi-Xi meet: Tamil song at cultural event invokes peace

The meeting is a follow up to the inaugural summit which was held in Wuhan from April 27 to 28 last year.

11 Oct 2019 8:33 PM

The Chennai informal summit will provide an opportunity to the two leaders to continue their discussions on overarching issues of bilateral, regional and global importance and to exchange views on deepening India-China Closer Development Partnership, the Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement. (Photo: Twitter | @nardendramodi)

India rolls out red carpet for Xi Jinping, will hold talks to expand overall ties

Xi will proceed to Mamallapuram amid tight security by road, where he will meet Prime Minister Modi.

11 Oct 2019 3:48 PM

While the two leaders on Friday are scheduled to undertake guided tours of UNESCO sites in the historic coastal city, the talks between Modi and Xi are scheduled for Saturday. (Photo: File | ANI)

Modi, Xi to have total engagement of 6 hours during 2-day summit in TN

The delegation-level talks will take place following the one-on-one engagement.

11 Oct 2019 3:20 PM

After Xi-Khan meeting, External Affairs Ministry Spokesperson Raveesh Kumar said India's consistent and clear position has been that Jammu and Kashmir is an integral part of the country and China is well aware of New Delhi's position. (Photo: File)

India, China pose no threat to each other, says Chinese Envoy ahead of Modi-Xi summit

Xi will arrive in Chennai on Friday on a nearly 24-hour visit to hold talks with Modi in an informal setting.

11 Oct 2019 9:26 AM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached Thiruvidanthai village near Kovalam town, where he was received by Tamil Nadu Minister K Pandiarajan. (Photo: Twitter/ ANI)

Xi arrives in Tamil Nadu, to meet PM Modi soon in Mamallapuram

Earlier in 2014, Modi had welcomed the Chinese President at Ahmedabad.

11 Oct 2019 9:19 AM

Reflecting the high levels of security requirement for the two top leaders, dozens of temporary police outposts have been set up in and around the town which will be under the watch of 800 CCTV cameras. (Photo: File)

Mamallapuram turns into fortress ahead of PM Modi, Xi Jinping meet in Chennai

Modi and Xi Jinping will hold talks on Oct 11-12 to deepen ties, including in the field of counter-terrorism in the second informal summit.

10 Oct 2019 1:23 PM

With Xi's photo in the backdrop, children stood in a pattern to say "welcome" in Chinese, "hearty welcome" was also written in yellow close to the formation of the pupils who were dressed in red t-shirts. (Photo: ANI)

Masks, banana leaves and more: Around 2000 students welcome Chinese Prez in unique way

Security has been heightened at the airport and flags of India and China have been put up around the area.

10 Oct 2019 12:45 PM

Fishing boats stay off sea at Mahabalipuram coast on Wednesday. (Photo: Asian Age)

Security checks: Fishermen avoid venturing into sea

The officials have ordered fishermen to carry Aadhaar cards with them as they venture into the sea for fishing.

10 Oct 2019 6:48 AM

Tamil people are not opposed to Hindi and students in schools and colleges should have the option to study Hindi, said Shiv Sena's state unit chief Radhakrishnan on Sunday. (Photo: ANI)

Tamils are not opposed to Hindi: Shiv Sena

Shiv Sena organised demonstration where apart from clearing their stand on issue of Hindi, they made some other demands as well.

06 Oct 2019 2:02 PM

Ponnaiyan, who is a senior leader and founding member of the party, in a TV interview, said that Jeyagopal did not have any intention to hurt Subhashri and that he simply wanted to announce his son's wedding. (Photo: File)

'File case against wind': AIADMK leader on 23-year-old Chennai techie's death

The banner was placed on AIADMK leader C Jeyagopal's instructions for his son's wedding.

06 Oct 2019 1:49 PM

Earlier, Haasan said this month that any imposition of Hindi would lead to a battle that will be "exponentially bigger" than the ''jallikattu'' protest. (Photo: File)

Hindi is a ‘little child in diapers’ in family of languages: Kamal Haasan

In Chennai, Kamal Haasan said: 'Compared to Tamil, Sanskrit and Telugu, Hindi is still a young language.'

04 Oct 2019 10:21 AM

He also reminded PM Modi about the death of 23-year-old techie Subashree, who was knocked down by an illegal hoarding put up by an AIADMK functionary and hit by a water tanker. (Photo: File)

Kamal Haasan appeals to PM Modi to end 'haphazard banner culture'

Appeal comes a day after TN govt moved Madras HC seeking permission to put up banners citing Modi and Jinping meet.

03 Oct 2019 9:51 AM