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Cyclone Michaung | Anger swells against political parties for inadequate response during floods in Chennai

Public anger in Chennai over post-cyclone situation is high, with elected representatives facing backlash. Gap between reality & expectations of State govt's storm-water drain project has caused confusion & frustration. Councillors' prompt response in some wards has improved rapport between people & elected reps.

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Cyclone Michaung | ATMs affected by waterlogging, power cuts

Chennai's Cyclone Michaung-induced waterlogging & power cuts have caused ATM issues, leading to cash-only payments. Data shows 4,560 ATMs in Chennai, 1,222 in Chengalpattu, 1,336 in Kancheepuram & 1,536 in Tiruvallur. 55% of ATMs are live & 90% will be in a week. Managed Service Providers have a contingency plan…

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Anna varsity picking up data on flooded areas in city using drones

Anna Univ. officials are using drones to map Cyclone Michaung's destruction in Chennai. Data collected can be used to prevent future flooding. Drones have mapped marshlands, Velachery, and North Chennai, and the data will be useful. Drones can only carry 10-15kg, so helicopters are used to distribute food.

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Aavin should not seek profits during a natural disaster: Anbumani Ramadoss

PMK president Anbumani Ramadoss on Friday accused Aavin, Tamil Nadu’s diary co-operative, of using a natural disaster (Cyclone Michaung) to sell milk with lower fat content (Delite milk packets) at a higher price to people in Chennai and fleece them.

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AIADMK’s general council to meet on December 26

After the election of Edappadi K. Palaniswami as general secretary of the AIADMK in March this year, the party is going to hold a meeting of the general council for the first time on December 26 at a marriage hall near Chennai.

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‘Tamil Nadu Unlimited’ summit to be held on December 12

Tamil Nadu Unlimited summit to be held in Chennai on Dec 12 to highlight potential of different sectors. Seven panel discussions to be moderated by The Hindu's journalists. Co-presenting partner Guidance Tamil Nadu, powered by Veranda Learning and SBI. VFS Global, Nippo, CREDAI, Sify Technologies, Nippon Paint, Avtar Group, MIOT…

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Cyclone Michaung | Caught in a flood of rage: Greater Chennai Corporation Mayor, Egmore MLA face backlash over cyclone response

A clip that was circulated on social media showed visuals of people demanding electricity and stating that ‘Perambur is her area’ and she was ‘elected to Mayorship by the people here’. In the Central Region, people surrounded Egmore Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) I. Paranthamen of the DMK party in…

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CREDAI Chennai members distribute relief materials in flood-hit areas

CREDAI Chennai Foundation is providing aid to those affected by the recent rains in Chennai, distributing relief materials such as food, water, and other essentials. President Sivagurunathan states that CREDAI Chennai stands in solidarity with the affected communities and will continue to help until normalcy returns.

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Cyclone Michaung | MSMEs in Chennai seek time to repay loans, electricity charges

MSMEs need time to pay electricity charges & moratorium on loans. TN govt should include losses in relief fund & find permanent solution for estates. Tangedco has given time till Dec 18, & human chain protest planned for Dec 12 now on Dec 27. #MSMEs #TNGovt #Tangedco #ElectricityCharges #Moratorium #ReliefFund

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Idol Wing CID seizes three metal idols meant for illegal sale in Pudukottai, arrests nine persons

Idol Wing CID arrests nine in connection to illegal sale of three metal idols. Team formed by Additional Superintendent of Police G. Balamurugan, received info about gangs in Chennai, Pudukottai, Tiruchi, Madurai and Kumbakonam. Negotiated with gang to purchase idols for ₹10 crore, detained four and arrested five more. Case…

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Tamil Nadu: Kerala Couple die after car falls into Trichy's Kollidam River

The accident occurred on the Trichy-Chennai National Highway when the couple was travelling to Chennai from Trichy airport. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Letters to The Editor — December 8, 2023

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Why Chennai floods every year, and why no government will solve it

When the water recedes, leaving death and destruction in its wake, there’s only one question – why does Chennai flood, year after year, and why is nothing done about it?

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Michaung: Navy rescues stranded people in flooded Chennai; Over 700 shifted to safer places

Several areas in Chennai including Jerusalem College of Engineering remain inundated on Thursday as the city continues to face massive waterlogging. Read further on Dynamite News:

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French Merlot paired with lamb galoutis? Chennai hosts Bordeaux’s famous wines

At Jamavar, Bordeaux wines take centrestage. Wine enthusiasts and food lovers gather to enjoy a curated Indian menu paired with wines from Médoc, Saint Emilion, Pomerol, Fronsac, and Sauternes. Each wine is introduced by a representative of the chateau, sharing its origin and characteristics. A unique gastronomical experience, the evening…

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Cyclone Michaung effect: Chennai continues to reel under waterlogging; Defence Minister to conduct aerial survey today

Several areas in Chennai continued to reel under severe waterlogging conditions on Thursday caused due to heavy rainfall in the region following Cyclone Michaung's landfall two days ago. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Cyclone Michaung | Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to visit Chennai on December 7

Rajnath Singh to visit Tamil Nadu on December 7 to assess Cyclone Michaung's impact. He'll do aerial survey, meet CM Stalin & senior bureaucrats to be apprised of situation. PM Modi requested to send team to inspect damages & provide interim relief of ₹5,060 crore.

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Many areas of Central Chennai still lack power

Central Chennai remains in dark, awaits power restoration

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Provide ₹10,000 as flood relief to each family: Ramadoss

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Industries slowly resume operations, MSMEs continue to stay away from work

MSMEs in Chennai and surrounding regions remain closed due to flooding. Many factories operated with 50% workforce as workers in flood-affected areas could not commute. TN Small & Tiny Industries Association requested assistance from CM as losses run into crores. Automobile firms resumed ops, offering 50% discount on insurance claims.…

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Cyclone Michaung | Waterlogging in Chennai will be cleared in two days, says Tamil Nadu Chief Secretary

TN Chief Sec. Meena hopes waterlogging in Chennai, esp. south, to clear in 2 days. 9 deaths, 311 cattle killed, 378 huts destroyed. Water discharge into canal doubled, 1,023 pumps deployed, 14L litres of milk supplied. 4% feeders yet to resume, 85% mobile connectivity, 87% transport ops. Normalcy to resume…

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Help desk for volunteers and organisations to contribute in relief work

Tamil Nadu govt sets up help desk to coordinate Cyclone Michaung relief in Chennai & nearby districts. Those interested can contact Sheikh Mansoor (9791149789), Babu (9445461712) & Subburaj (9894540669) or WhatsApp 7397766651.

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Restoration of road, power network in full swing in Tirupati

Tirupati admin ramps up relief efforts in cyclone-hit areas. NH-5 connecting Kolkata & Chennai partially disrupted. Police caution public & Panchayat Raj engineering dept. repairing roads. APSPDCL crew restoring electric poles & lines. Consumers can call toll-free numbers or WhatsApp for grievances.

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