Schools closed in five Tamil Nadu districts after overnight rain
Schools were shut in five Tamil Nadu districts after heavy overnight rain. Mamallapuram recorded the highest total of 9 cm, while Tenkasi and Sattankulam in Thoothukudi each saw 6 cm. Tirunelveli, Mayiladuthurai and Tiruvarur reported 5 cm. The rain also caused waterlogging in low‑lying areas, leading officials to warn residents against travel. The closures affect thousands of students.