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Making sense of the 2023 Chennai floods: A comparison with 2020, 2021 and 2015 | Data

Chennai received heavy rainfall in two days, with Perungudi recording the highest average rainfall of 293.4mm. All parts of the city and its surroundings were battered. In 2021, intense spells caused floods despite much less rain than 2020. In 2023, numerous bursts of rain over a longer period with brief…

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Clear encroachments on Kallai to prevent Chennai-like situation: committee

Kozhikode residents face floods due to encroachments, silt accumulation in Kallai River. Survey revealed 23.5 acres encroached. Kallai River Protection Committee demands encroachments be cleared. Desilting by Irrigation Dept. stalled due to lack of interest. Action needed to restore river's natural flow, prevent floods. #Kozhikode #KallaiRiver #Encroachments #SiltAccumulation #KeralaHighCourt #IrrigationDept

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MSMEs complain about repeated flooding, Minister says he will hold meeting with them

MSMEs in Chennai and its surrounding districts suffer from flooding in industrial estates, with little done to address the issue. Losses of ₹30-160 crore have been reported, and the government is holding meetings with insurance firms and bankers to help. Solutions are needed to prevent further losses.

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Home Insurance concept yet to pick up despite repeated floods in Chennai

Chennai has seen two major floods in 8 yrs, yet home insurance uptake low due to lack of awareness. IRDAI launched Bharat Griha Raksha policy from Apr 2021, offering 20% cover for contents. Premiums vary from ₹25-40/lakh/yr, making it affordable. Insurance covers water marks, painting charges.

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An old institution’s long battle in court over title of property

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National snooker | Malkeet edges Pandurangaiah in a tense title clash

Malkeet Singh (RSPB) won the 90th National Billiards & Snooker Championships Men's 6-Red Snooker title, beating E. Pandurangaiah (RSPB) 7-5. Amee Kamani (MP) regained the Women's 6-Red Snooker crown, defeating Anupama Ramachandran (TN) 4-1. #Snooker #Billiards #Chennai #NationalChampionships Malkeet Singh (RSPB) won the 90th National Billiards & Snooker Championships Men's…

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Cyclone Michaung | Cash relief likely to cover 25 to 30 lakh families in T.N.

TN govt to provide ₹6K relief to 25-30L families in Chennai & 3 districts. Distribution to be done via fair price shops. Relief to cost ₹1,500 cr. Govt to focus on those whose livelihoods have been affected. Detailed order to be out Mon. Distribution likely to begin in a week.

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Cyclone Michaung | T.N. government could take 2015 model as blueprint for issuing duplicate documents

Successful special camps organised in Chennai and its surroundings in December 2015 to issue duplicate documents to flood-affected people could serve as blueprint for the Tamil Nadu government in the aftermath of cyclone Michaung.

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Chennai under water: 2015 vs 2023

The non-availability of milk was definitely a matter of concern. The flooding of the Aavin manufacturing plant at Ambattur and the subsequent disruption of supply could have been easily avoided with adequate preparations.

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Special camps to re-issue documents damaged in flood

CM Stalin announces special camps to re-issue govt docs damaged in flood, free of charge. Camps in Kancheepuram, Tiruvallur, Chengalpattu from Dec 11; Chennai from Dec 12. E-sevai centres also organised. #FreeDocs #FloodRelief #Chennai

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Edappadi K Palaniswami charges DMK with prioritising youth wing conference in Salem than cyclone

CHENNAI: AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami on Saturday alleged that municipal administration minister K N Nehru was prioritising the DMK’s youth wing conference scheduled to take place in Salem than cyclone Michaung, even as the meteorology department was issuing alerts for a week about the rainfall.

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Mobile shops sell vegetables at subsidised prices in flooded areas of Chennai

Minister M.R.K. Panneerselvam inspects mobile shops selling veg. at subsidised rate in flood-hit areas of Chennai. 100 vehicles used to sell 18 types of veg. 85% of stock sold before 10.30am. Private shops reopened in many areas, decision to continue sale based on requirement.

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Deadline for MSMEs to pay power tariff extended to December 18

MSMEs in Chennai, Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram & Chengalpattu districts get extended deadline to pay electricity tariff without penalty due to Cyclone Michaung aftermaths. Chief Minister M.K. Stalin's advice followed by Minister for Electricity Thangam Thennarasu. Deadline extended to Dec 18 from Dec 4-7.

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Tamil Nadu may get a break from heavy rain for a week starting Sunday

Tamil Nadu to get break from heavy rain for a week; scattered rain in parts; cyclonic circulation likely to develop; rainfall to reduce till Dec 15; dry weather conditions; light to moderate rain in some districts; no major weather systems; mild showers in Chennai till Mon; TN has recorded 38…

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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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Letters to The Editor — December 9, 2023

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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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