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On the 33rd anniversary of the 1892 Agreement, the two parties entered into a fresh agreement at Fort St. George, Madras, on February 18, 1924, which even today remains the last such understanding between the two States. A.R. Banerji, Mysore Dewan, and P. Hawkins, Public Works Department’s Secretary of Madras,…

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When kavalais of poor quality led to experiments in chrome leather

The government's intervention in the Madras tanning industry in the early 1900s led to the successful establishment of chrome tanning.

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Tamil Nadu Governor accepts resignation of jailed Minister; AIADMK requests seat allocation; Madras High Court to decide on Formula 4 race.

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When peaceful San Thome traded in slaves

Discover the historical connection between India, the Philippines, and the slave trade in this insightful article.

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Madras High Court criticizes superstitious beliefs, directs removal of stone; Tamil Nadu's land administration clarifies rules; train attacked with stones.

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SC set to pass orders, questions arise if Madras High Court will be able to hear suo motu revision against Minister on Monday

The Supreme Court's orders on February 5, 2024 will determine if the Madras High Court can proceed with a suo motu revision against the discharge of a Revenue Minister and his wife from a disproportionate assets case.

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‘World War II and Japan’s entry at the end of 1941 divided the Congress,’ says Mukund Padmanabhan

Mukund Padmanabhan's ‘The Great Flap of 1942’ explores the panic and chaos caused by the false fear of a Japanese invasion during World War II in India.

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Madras High Court directs installation of boards in temples indicating non-Hindus are not allowed, questions minister's imprisonment, and accepts apology from actor.

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Haryana to use IIT Madras platform to assess road accident risks and make interventions

Indian Institute of Technology Madras launches 'Sanjaya', an intelligence platform to visualise accident data and plan interventions.

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A calendar that documents the legacy of Chennai’s nagaswaram and thavil players

Chennai's rich musical heritage of nagaswaram and thavil players from the Maruthuvar community highlighted in a calendar.

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A long history of investor meets and trade fairs in Madras

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When Madras repealed Criminal Tribes Act in 1947 and showed the way for the country

Madras State repealed the Criminal Tribes Act in 1947, paving the way for the rest of India to follow suit & end the stigma of being branded "criminals" by birth.

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The Gandhian Bapa who toured Madras for the uplift of Dalits

Thakkar Bapa Vidyalaya, established in 1947 and named after Amritlal Vithaldas Thakkar, carries on the legacy of the Father of Harijans, uplifting the oppressed.

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Madras HC sentences TN Minister K Ponmudi to 3 years of simple imprisonment in DA case

The Madras High Court on Thursday sentenced Tamil Nadu Education Minister K Ponmudi to 3 years of simple imprisonment in a Disproportionate Assets (DA) case. Read further on Dynamite News:

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2014 IPL betting scam: Madras high court sentences IPS officer Sampath Kumar to 15 days jail on MS Dhoni's contempt of court plea

CHENNAI: The Madras high court on Friday sentenced IPS officer Sampath Kumar to 15 days of imprisonment in a contempt of court petition moved by cricketer MS Dhoni. However, a division bench of Justice S S Sundar and Justice Sunder Mohan suspended the sentence for 30 days to enable Sampath…

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How Baghdadi Jews with ties to India are preserving their culinary history

Their numbers in India may be dwindling, but the Baghdadi Jews who emigrated from Bombay and Calcutta are holding on to their history with aloo makala and holiday favourite chicken chitarnee

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Sanatana Dharma row | HR&CE Minister PK Sekarbabu files writ appeal to expunge single judge’s remarks against him

Min. Sekarbabu files writ appeal to Madras HC to expunge remarks made by Justice G. Jayachandran regarding his participation in Sanatana Dharma annihilation conference. He states random individual had filed writ petition seeking permission for conference to criticise Dravidian ideology. HC dismissed petition, but made remarks about Min. Sekarbabu &…

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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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Flooding due to rains is a regular feature in Mumbai, says Madras High Court Chief Justice

Madras HC Chief Justice Gangapurwala said courts won't close due to flooding. A woman lawyer complained of water-logging in her Chennai residence. CJ asked SGP to note her grievance and instruct officials to look into it. CJ said he saw water-logging in some pockets and SGP said bus services had…

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The lungi as a symbol of cultural identity

Millennials embrace lungi as cultural identity; from attaching printed borders to showcasing art works, functional elements such as pockets & waistbands, this street-style is set to take off. From traditional Madras checks to plain colours, labels like Soochiem Noolum, Seamstress & Wear Your Freedom are reviving the bond. It is…

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Supreme Court: Gov. Ravi can't refer Bills re-passed by TN Assembly to President. Madras HC asked for copy of MoU between TN govt & RPPL. V&AC wing intercepted officer w/ ₹20 lakh in cash, prelim. probe suggested bribe from doctor in Dindigul.

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Telugu version of names of places in Chennai

V. Sriram has come to disbelieve folklore accounts of Chennai/Madras and localities within the metropolis. He has been asked why he ignores Telugu versions of the city's history. He admits he cannot read, write, or speak Telugu, but agrees there is a treasure trove of history in Indian languages. He…

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Madras Labour Union that blazed a trail for the trade union movement in India

The Madras Labour Union (MLU), the country’s first organised labour union, was founded in 1918 to fight for workers' rights. It was based in the Selvapathy-Ramanuja building, named after its founders. MLU inspired thousands to fight for rights, conducted agitations and celebrated May Day in 1923. It split, and many…

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Madras HC stays ED summons to 5 TN Dists; SC allows TN Min to withdraw bail plea; IIT-M suspends prof over scholar's death; 150 sovereigns of gold burgled from Coimbatore jewellery showroom; Police form 5 teams to investigate.

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AIADMK's Edappadi K. Palaniswami warns DMK govt of protest if cases against seven farmers not withdrawn. Conservationists lament seventh elephant death due to electrocution in Gudalur Forest Range. TN govt informs Madras HC of action against officials in 2018 police firing case; seeks status of criminal prosecution by Dec 11.

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