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Free bus travel: caste details will not be collected from women

Tamil Nadu govt. has stopped collecting caste details of women availing free bus travel in urban areas. A survey was being conducted to develop a database on women passenger-beneficiaries. Govt. has set aside ₹2,800 crore for 2023-24 towards reimbursement of the loss due to free travel. Feedback from beneficiaries on…

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Alleged sand loot | Is the ruling DMK in big trouble?

What is the alleged sand mining loot in Tamil Nadu all about? It all began in September this year, when multiple teams of the Directorate of Enforcement (ED) fanned out to over 25 locations, looking for excess sand mining in the mining sites directly controlled by the Water Resources Department.

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Cyclone in Bay a reminder of Ockhi for Kerala, but unlikely to pose major threat

Though the latest cyclone brewing in the Bay of Bengal reminds the State of the devastating Ockhi Cyclone in 2017, which formed in the Bay on November 30 leaving a trail of destruction along the south Indian coast, especially along Kerala and Tamil Nadu, the new cyclone does not pose…

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Water stagnation in Chennai raises doubts over quality of storm-water drains: Annamalai

Tamil Nadu BJP president K. Annamalai claims water stagnation in Chennai due to recent rain raises doubts over quality of storm-water drain work done by govts. He alleges situation unchanged despite change in govts, public questioning use of crores spent on drains. Public paying heavy toll for govt mistakes.

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Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

Tamil Nadu govt. obtains permissions for Formula 4 race; SC exempts Home Secy. & DGP from appearing in HC; Chennai battered by torrential rains; CM Stalin visits Ripon Buildings; two electrocuted in T. Nagar.

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TNSCA on the fast track to produce more IMs, says Manickam

TNSCA is promoting chess in Tamil Nadu with 50 tournaments to help players achieve IM norms & 2400 rating points. So far, 4 norms & 1 2400 rating point achieved. TNSCA aims to produce 10 IMs this year, compared to 1/year in past 60 yrs. TNSCA is showing the way.

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Textile industry in Tamil Nadu worried over losing investments to other States

TN textile industry faces competitive pressure; industry sources call for State govt intervention to reduce costs & modernise to stay competitive. Spinning mill owner in Coimbatore expresses concern of investors moving from TN & garment units looking to outsource orders to cheaper states. Prabhu Dhamodharan of Indian Texpreneurs Federation calls…

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IMD issues moderate rain and thunderstorm warnings for 12 districts in Tamil Nadu for next three hours

IMD issues moderate rain and thunderstorm warnings for Chennai, Chengalpattu, Vellore, Pudukottai and 12 other districts in Tamil Nadu for the next three hours.

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Tamil Nadu rains | As Chennai and its fringes are pounded by torrential rains, IMD issues orange alert; holiday declared for schools

Heavy rain lashed Chennai and its suburbs on Nov 29, causing authorities to declare a holiday for schools in the districts. IMD has issued an orange alert for Chennai and its neighbouring districts on December 2 and 3.

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Coastal areas of T.N. may brace for more rain till weekend as a cyclonic storm is brewing over the Bay of Bengal

Rainfall expected in coastal areas of Tamil Nadu till weekend; may become intense on December 2 and 3. Active monsoon likely to reduce rain gap in many districts. Chennai may receive moderate rains on Thursday

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One-size-fits-all approach will not work for India: Udhayanidhi Stalin

Udhayanidhi Stalin, Tamil Nadu Minister for Sports and Youth Welfare, emphasised the need for a flexible policy framework for India, advocating for cooperative federalism. He highlighted the importance of cross-learning among States, citing TN's success in college enrollment. He expressed concern at the Union govt's centralisation of power and recalled…

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Electrocution major cause of elephant deaths in Tamil Nadu

Elec. deaths in TN higher than old age/starvation combined: data from Forest Dept's Elephant Death Audit Framework shows 10.5% of 1,505 deaths since 2010 due to humans/human-related activities, primarily electrocution (76 cases intentional). Elephants in TN at risk of electrocution due to laxity of TN Elec. Board in installing electric…

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CM to be presented State Education Policy soon; translation under way

Tamil Nadu govt. forms panel to create State Education Policy; translation into Tamil underway. Committee led by retired High Court judge D. Murugesan to suggest ways to improve access, equity, and quality of education in line with State's legacy, present, and future aspirations. New members appointed after allegations and resignation.

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Seven pre-departure orientation, training centres to begin operations in January 2024

Tamil Nadu to open PDOTs in seven districts in Jan '24 to help migrants understand culture, language, laws, weather of destination country. TN Migration Survey to begin in '24; Gulf countries 2nd destination for Indians after Singapore. TNSCW, TNDWWT, Migrant Forum in Asia to help women migrant workers in Arab…

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First heavy showers of Northeast monsoon leave parts of Chennai flooded

A Meteorological department official said Chennai and nearby regions in northern coastal Tamil Nadu experienced heavy rainfall.

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Vijay Hazare Trophy 2023 | Dinesh Karthik shows his class, sets up Tamil Nadu’s win against Baroda

TN win 3rd in a row in Vijay Hazare Trophy; Karthik's 68 & 75-run 7th wicket partnership with Shahrukh bails TN out of trouble. TN bowlers defend 162 to bundle Baroda out for 124. Karthik & Shahrukh's association saves TN, Natarajan's catch & TN spinners wrap up Baroda.

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Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

Justices direct TN govt to submit permissions for Formula 4 race around Island Grounds in Chennai. PIL filed against race on roads near Army, Navy establishments. Health condition of DMDK founder Vijayakant mildly deteriorated, requiring pulmonary support. TN CM Stalin takes dig at AIADMK Ministers for not helping to set…

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T.N. CM Stalin inaugurates women’s college in Tiruppur; underlines DMK’s commitment to Kongu region’s development

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin inaugurated an arts & science college for women in Tiruppur, established by Kongu Vellalar Trust. He took a dig at AIADMK Ministers for not helping in setting up the college. He also inaugurated the Dheeran Chinnamalai CBSE School. DMK govt. granted permission for the college. Stalin…

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Tamil Nadu: 21 fishermen reach Chennai today after being released from Sri Lanka prisons

A total of 64 fishermen who belong to Rameshwaram and Mandapam were arrested in three separate arrests by the Sri Lankan Navy, allegedly for cross-border fishing in the month of October. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Tamil Nadu is the first choice for investors, thanks to ease of doing business in the State, says Chief Minister

Tamil Nadu govt. taking steps to attract investors, create jobs. CM Stalin inaugurates JR One Kothari Factory in Perambalur, set to provide 4,000 jobs. TN Footwear & Leather Products policy, 250-acre footwear park in Ranipet to create 20,000 jobs. Plans to create non-leather footwear clusters, discussions with Nike, Adidas. JR…

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Madras High Court stays ED summons to five Tamil Nadu Collectors

Madras HC stays ED summons to Collectors for sand quarry details; judges agree with TN govt's contention that ED cannot engage in fishing expedition to identify proceeds of crime. ECIR registered on Sept 11, 2023 based on 4 FIRs related to illegal sand mining. ED yet to receive details from…

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Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

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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Tamil Nadu: Madras HC stays ED summons to five District Collectors in sand mining case

Earlier, the central agency had summoned 10 district collectors as part of its investigation into the alleged irregularities in the sand mining case in Tamil Nadu. Read further on Dynamite News:

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CCB officials bust child sale racket in Bengaluru, arrest gang of four

Central Crime Branch police from Bengaluru bust a child sale racket and arrested a gang of four. They also rescued 20-day-old baby bought from Tamil Nadu to sell to childless couple.

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Manipur tribal body to rally in six States for ‘separate administration’

An apex tribal organisation would hold rallies in six States on November 29 to intensify the demand for a ‘separate administration’ for the Kuki-Zo community in ethnic violence-scarred Manipur. The rallies would be organised simultaneous in New Delhi, Karnataka, Mizoram, Tamil Nadu, and Tripura apart from the tribal areas of…

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