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CM announces interim aid of ₹2,500 for each family hit by Cyclone Michaung in A.P.

CM Jagan Mohan Reddy announced ₹2,500 interim financial aid to families affected by Cyclone Michaung in coastal areas. He sanctioned ₹30cr for bridge, ₹32cr for power restoration & repairs to roads, tanks & water bodies. He promised input subsidy & insurance claims before Sankranti.

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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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Cyclone Michaung: Insurers have received motor insurance claims for 2,320 vehicles

Insurers receive 2,320 motor insurance claims due to Cyclone Michaung; Finance Minister urges speedy settlement. State govt to provide vacant spaces for vehicle repair, towing vehicles from other districts. Insurers assure speedy settlement of claims.

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Now is not the time to criticise the government, says Kamal Haasan

Kamal Haasan urges people to help those affected by Cyclone Michaung instead of criticising the State Govt. MNM has relief materials for 5,000 people and set up a kitchen to cook food. Two medical camps are also functional. He emphasizes the importance of people's participation in helping those in need.

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Lokesh to resume padayatra in Kakinada district on Saturday

Nara Lokesh to resume Yuva Galam padayatra in Kakinada district on Dec 9. Interact with fisherfolk & families who gave land for Kakinada SEZ & Divis labs in Tuni Assembly. Cyclone Michaung caused earlier postponement.

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Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

Supreme Court refuses to intervene in DVAC appeal against Madras HC ruling out fresh inquiry against former CM Palaniswami. CM Stalin donates one-month salary to CMPRF for relief efforts in Cyclone Michaung-affected areas. Three fishermen from Kodiyakkarai allegedly attacked by Sri Lankan Navy.

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Cyclone Michaung | T.N. CM Stalin donates one month’s salary to relief fund; appeals to MPs, MLAs, public to donate

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin donates one month's salary to CMPRF to aid relief efforts in Cyclone Michaung-affected areas. He urges MLAs, MPs to do same. 1 crore affected; govt's stormwater drains, preparedness saved many. Relief work ongoing; helpline for donations.

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Construction site cave-in | Bodies of both victims retrieved in Chennai; two arrested

Chennai rescue team retrieved body of S. Naresh, trapped in construction site collapse due to Cyclone Michaung. Post-mortem at Govt. Royapettah Hospital, retrieval of R. Jeyaseelan's body delayed as believed to be inside container.

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Cyclone Michaung | Preparing for health emergencies after flooding

Health department caters to marooned communities that need food, safe water and shelter after Cyclone Michaung swept through the coastal districts of Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh earlier this week.

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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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Cyclone Michaung | Here is all you need to know about vehicle insurance claims

Flood-damaged vehicles are covered under motor insurance policies. Claims can be made for own damage, third-party liability, and total loss. Add-ons like zero depreciation and engine protection are recommended. Home insurance claims require photos, receipts, and repair estimates. Read policy docs carefully to know inclusions, exclusions, deductibles, and claim procedures.

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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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Minister reaches out to people from his control room

Minister Rajaa's control room received 5,600+ calls/requests to help 30,000+ people in Chennai during Cyclone Michaung-induced rain. Teams provided support from Madurai and responded to requests from Velachery, Pallikaranai, Madipakkam, Perungudi, MGR Nagar, R.K. Nagar, and Royapuram. Minister Rajaa personally responded to those in need.

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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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₹42 crore loss to public property due to cyclone Michaung in Nellore

Cyclone Michaung caused ₹42cr property/road damage in SPSR Nellore district. Relief measures underway; 27cm rainfall recorded; no casualties; 144 camps set up; 8,000 people affected; paddy, banana, chili plantations & 300 fish ponds damaged; assessment of agricultural damage in 3 days.

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Cyclone Michaung | Normalcy returns Bapatla a day after storm landfall

Normal life resumes in Adavi (Bapatla) after cyclone Michaung; roads teeming with locals, fishermen returning to backwaters, tourist activity resuming, Transco, Revenue & Police restoring damage. Tourists to enjoy seafood & search for valuables along shore.

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Cyclone Michaung brings tears to paddy farmers in Bapatla district

Cyclone Michaung caused severe losses to farmers in Bapatla, particularly paddy cultivators. Flooded fields, overflowing canals, distressed farmers, earthmovers clearing canals and farmers drying paddy stocks on the roadside were seen. Farmers mortgaged their 'mangalasutram' to raise crops, now destroyed. Poor drainage and lack of canal maintenance caused further damage.…

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Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

PM Modi offers prayers, support to those affected by Cyclone Michaung in TN, AP & Puducherry. CM Stalin seeks ₹5,060 cr interim relief. Schools & colleges in Chennai closed, exams postponed in 4 districts. Madras HC adjourns hearing on PIL against FCU to Jan 10, 2024. O. Panneerselvam urges CM…

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Cyclone Michaung | Southern Railway cancels 69 long-distance train but resumes suburban train services in Chennai

Southern Railway cancels 69 long-distance trains due to Cyclone Michaung, terminates 13, diverts 2, re-schedules 1 & partially cancels 2. 360+ services cancelled from Dec 2-6. Suburban train services resumed from MMC towards Avadi, Tiruvallur & Arakkonam. Chennai Beach-Gummidipoondi services also resumed. Suburban train services on Chennai Beach-Tambaram-Chengalpattu & Chintadripet-Velachery…

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Cyclone Michaung | Tamil Nadu declares holiday for schools and colleges in Chennai due to flood-relief work

Chennai reeling under Cyclone Michaung: TN govt declares Dec 7 a holiday for schools/colleges. Relief measures underway; schools turned into shelters/relief centres. Residents seek shelter due to cyclone's impact; educational institutions remain shut for welfare of students.

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Cyclone Michaung | 300 mobile medical units flagged off for Chennai, neighbouring districts

300 MMUs flagged off in Chennai, Tiruvallur, Chengalpattu & Kancheepuram to strengthen health infrastructure. MMUs to provide medical aid to those affected by Cyclone Michaung. MMUs to work 24/7 for a week. Sanitary workers from other districts to clean up debris. Dengue infection under control, Nilavembu & Kabasura Kudineer concoctions…

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Cyclone Michaung | Prime Minister Modi offers support, prayers

PM Modi offers prayers & support to those affected by Cyclone Michaung in TN, AP & Puducherry. He expresses condolences to families of those who lost loved ones & wishes speedy recovery to those injured. Authorities are working to normalise the situation.

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Government should mitigate suffering of cyclone-affected farmers, demands Purandeswari

BJP State President Daggubati Purandeswari demands govt. extend financial assistance to cyclone Michaung-affected farmers. Loss enumeration to be done in 48 hrs. Soaked & discolored paddy to be procured at MSP. Tenant farmers & those cultivating assigned lands to be saved from misery. Govt. to prevent vector-borne diseases & rebuild…

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Cyclone Michaung | Sea has started taking in rain water: T.N. Chief Secretary

Bay of Bengal taking in rainwater again after cyclone moves away; Chief Sec. Meena visits estuary, sees difference; 73 cm of rain in two days in Madipakkam, Perungudi, Pallikaranai; 2015 floods only due to rains, this time rains + cyclone; water receding in a day or two.

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