Chennai Metro Phase 2 has achieved 54% completion, with new corridors planned to connect the airport and various railway stations, significantly expanding the city's public transport network.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin utilized the Chennai Metro for his election campaign, interacting with commuters to garner support for his party in the upcoming Assembly polls and highlighting the metro's development.

Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) plans to conduct a study to improve walkability around 41 stations in its Phase I network, with bids floated for a consultant to provide a detailed project report for redesigning and building footpaths.

LuLu Hypermarket and LuLu Daily outlets, along with a food court, are set to open at Shenoy Nagar and Chennai Central Metro stations, aiming to encourage more people to use Metro Rail services.

According to officials of the Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL), the primary reason for the surge in daily ridership over the last 10 days is the decrease in the number of suburban train services

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay experienced immense fan excitement during a Chennai Metro visit following the release of his film 'Jana Nayagan'. Hundreds of fans gathered, creating a massive crowd at the stations, with videos of the event going viral.

Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) has awarded a contract for the construction of grade separators at the busy Perungudi and SRP Tools Junctions, aiming to ease traffic congestion.

Chennai Corporation is initiating work on junction improvements, road marking, and signage to facilitate an intelligent transport system in the Chennai Metropolitan Area.

Chennai Metro has introduced a new rule, penalizing passengers with a Rs 2,500 fine for playing music without using earphones.

Chennai Metrowater plans to expand its 24-hour drinking water supply to more areas within the Adyar zone, increasing the daily supply from 95 million litres to 140 million litres upon project completion.

Chennai Metro Rail is currently awaiting approval from Southern Railway to commence tunnelling work at Villivakkam for its ongoing project.

This is the first sighting of the Demoiselle Crane anywhere in the Chennai Metropolitan Area and the second location in Tamil Nadu where the migratory bird has been documented.