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  Chennai Metro Rail introduces QR tickets via WhatsApp | Here's how to book

  January 25, 2024 9:42 IST

  Chennai Metro Rail expressed confidence that this innovation will be well-accepted by the community and join hands with CMRL in promoting a green environment and digital initiatives.

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  NIA files supplementary chargesheet in 2022 Coimbatore car bomb blast case, names two more accused

  January 24, 2024 18:15 IST

  The incident involved an explosion at the Arulmigu Kottai Sangameshwarar Thirukovil Temple, and the ongoing investigation reveals a complex plot orchestrated by individuals, including Azarudeen's role in indoctrination and the planning process, and Idris' involvement in purchasing a vehicle for the

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  PM Modi visits Ram Setu's origin point in Tamil Nadu ahead of 'Pran Pratishtha' in Ayodhya | VIDEO

  January 21, 2024 12:10 IST

  It is said that Arichal Munai is a point from where the Ram Setu was built. Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to this place holds significance ahead of the Pran Pratishtha ceremony at the Ram temple in Ayodhya.

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  PM Modi holds road show in Chennai, inaugurates Khelo India Youth Games

  January 19, 2024 23:31 IST

  The Prime Minister was accorded a rousing reception by BJP workers who lined up on both sides of the roads, leading to the Nehru Indoor Stadium at Periamet here.

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  Jallikattu in Tamil Nadu: 42 injured during bull-taming event in Palamedu

  January 16, 2024 20:18 IST

  The best tamer and the owner of the best bull received a car from the Chief Minister after the event. Meanwhile, a total of 840 bulls were released from Vaadivaasal and nearly 1,000 tamers participated in the sport that saw the tamers' adrenaline surge.

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  Tamil Nadu: Incessant rains damage harvest-ready crops, AIADMK chief demands compensation for farmer

  January 08, 2024 23:50 IST

  The leader of the opposition and former chief minister said the government should declare a minimum relief of Rs 25,000 per acre and also ensure appropriate compensation for farmers under crop insurance.

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  Tamil Nadu govt will deliver ten lakh biscuit packets for Sabarimala pilgrims

  January 06, 2024 20:35 IST

  The biscuits will be distributed at various points from Pamba to Sannidhanam. The TDB has also arranged medicinal water along with the biscuits for the pilgrims.

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  Tamil Nadu Minister V Senthil Balaji's judicial custody extended until January 11

  January 04, 2024 17:26 IST

  Chennai: The ED subsequently took him into custody for interrogation, leading to periodic extensions of his judicial custody, with the latest extension granted by Principal Sessions Judge S. Alli through a video-conferencing session.

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  TN minister Udhayanidhi Stalin reaches Delhi, to invite PM Modi for Khelo India Youth Games

  January 03, 2024 21:50 IST

  The Khelo India Youth Games will be held in Tamil Nadu from January 19 to 31. It will be the first time when the state will host these games.

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  DMDK leader Vijayakanth tests positive for Covid-19, put on ventilator due to breathing issues

  December 28, 2023 7:46 IST

  This is the second time that DMDK leader Vijayakanth tested positive for Covid-19. The first time he caught the infection was in September 2020.

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  Tamil Nadu: One dead after blast, fire at Indian Oil Corporation plant in Chennai

  December 27, 2023 17:31 IST

  Chennai fire: One man died after blast and fire incident took place at Indian Oil Corporation plant in Chennai's Tondiarpet on Wednesday.

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  Tamil Nadu: Ammonia gas leak detected in sub-sea pipe in Ennore, five fall ill

  December 27, 2023 10:36 IST

  People called the police the moment they smelled the gas. A few of them fell ill as Ammonia spread in the air. However, the officials fixed the leak and the affected people were taken to the local hospital.

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  Tamil Nadu: Fire breaks out in fishing boat anchored at Rameswaram's Pamban

  December 24, 2023 7:37 IST

  The fishing boat was anchored when it caught fire in Rameswaram. The locals called fire officials soon they spotted the flames.

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  Passenger smokes inside Muscat-Chennai flight, handed over to police

  December 23, 2023 18:10 IST

  A passenger was arrested for allegedly smoking inside the flight enroute to Chennai from Muscat.

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  31 dead as rains lash Tamil Nadu, Centre already released Rs 900 crore: Nirmala Sitharaman

  December 22, 2023 15:06 IST

  When such a massive disaster was taking place in Tamil Nadu, Chief Minister M K Stalin was in Delhi with the INDI Alliance, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said.

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  Heavy rain continues to wreak havoc in Tamil Nadu: Indian Air Force, Navy conduct rescue operations

  December 21, 2023 11:05 IST

  Tamil Nadu, particularly in southern districts like Tirunelveli and Tuticorin, experienced record rainfall and subsequent flooding. Houses in Tuticorin's Alanthalai were inundated, and streets remained waterlogged, illustrating the severity of the situation.

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  Tamil Nadu CM Stalin urges PM Modi for Rs 2,000 crore interim relief amid flood crisis

  December 20, 2023 14:58 IST

  Tamil Nadu CM stressed the importance of early allocation of funds to address the damage caused by Cyclone Michaung in Chennai, Chengalpattu, Kanchipuram, and Tiruvallur districts.

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  Heavy rains claim three lives in southern Tamil Nadu; IMD issues yellow alert

  December 19, 2023 11:45 IST

  Tamil Nadu rain update: Water levels rising above four feet in Thoothukudi and Tirunelveli have turned bus termini into large swimming pools, affecting parked vehicles. Despite a temporary respite in some areas, dam water releases contribute to persistent waterlogging.

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  Tamil Nadu rains: Nearly 800 train passengers stranded in Thoothukudi district due to flood

  December 18, 2023 17:29 IST

  Southern Railway announced traffic suspension on the Tirunelveli-Tiruchendur section, between Srivaikuntam and Seydunganallur, as the ballast has been washed away in floods and the track is 'hanging' and water is flowing over the railway tracks.

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  Tamil Nadu's southern districts grapples with ongoing heavy rains, relief operations ramp up

  December 18, 2023 10:17 IST

  Chennai weather updates: In Thoothukudi, rainfall persists through the night, causing 40 lakes in the Kovilpatti area to reach full capacity. The IMD forecasts thunderstorms and lightning in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal on December 19.

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  Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Stalin initiates Rs 6,000 flood relief for Cyclone-affected families

  December 17, 2023 15:33 IST

  Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin launched a Rs 6,000 cash assistance program for families affected by recent floods caused by Cyclone Michaung.

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  As COVID-19 cases rise in Kerala, Tamil Nadu govt take steps to tackle fresh outbreak

  December 16, 2023 20:46 IST

  A case of COVID-19 sub-variant JN. 1 has been detected in Kerala as part of an ongoing routine surveillance activity of the Indian SARS-CoV-2 Genomics Consortium (INSACOG).

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  ‘Hindi is not national language’: CM Stalin after Chennai woman faces harassment by CISF official

  December 14, 2023 21:53 IST

  A CISF official at the Goa airport reportedly told an engineer from Chennai that Tamil Nadu was part of India and she should learn Hindi as it was the national language.

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  Annamalai seeks Jaishankar's help for repatriation of 12 Tamil fishermen arrested by Sri Lankan navy

  December 10, 2023 23:05 IST

  The arrests of Indian fishermen by the Sri Lankan Navy has been a concerning issue for both the Tamil Nadu government as well as the BJP-led central government.

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  Cyclone Michaung: Tamil Nadu CM Stalin holds review meeting with ministers to assess damage

  December 09, 2023 14:52 IST

  Several people lost their lives in various rain-related incidents in and around Chennai. The city and adjoining districts faced persistent rains on Monday as Michaung loomed over the north coastal areas of Tamil Nadu.

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  Chennai: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh conducts aerial survey of flood-affected areas of Tamil Nadu

  December 07, 2023 13:45 IST

  Rajnath Singh is scheduled to review the situation in coordination with the State Government, aiming to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the challenges faced by the affected areas.

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  Cyclone Michaung: 15 trains cancelled amid flood-like situation in Chennai, other districts | List

  December 07, 2023 7:49 IST

  The Tamil Nadu government has announced a holiday for all schools and colleges in Chennai, Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram, and Chengalpattu on Thursday due to severe flooding in several parts of these districts in the aftermath of Cyclone Michaung.

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  Tamil Nadu: Chennai airport operations suspended till tomorrow 9 am as rain wreaks havoc in city

  December 04, 2023 19:21 IST

  Chennai airport: The authorities stated that the airfield closed for arrival and departure operations till 9 am on Tuesday due to adverse weather conditions.