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Tamil Nādu
technology8 h ago

Economist Urges Action on 'Fake Book' Report

Economist Jean Drèze urged the Tamil Nadu government to take strict action regarding a report of a 'fake book'. The economist expressed concern about potential AI generation.

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Tamil Nādu
health lifestyle10 h ago

One Child Dead, 269 Injured in Tamil Nadu During Deepavali

One child died and 269 individuals sustained burn injuries in Tamil Nadu during Deepavali celebrations. 1,283 ambulances were deployed statewide for emergencies.

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Tamil Nādu
governance13 h ago

DK Shivakumar states Mekedatu project requires no permission

DK Shivakumar stated that the Mekedatu project does not require permission. This follows a letter from Tamil Nadu CM Vijay to the Prime Minister.

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Tamil Nādu
governance1 d ago

Tamil Nadu government to withdraw registrar's interim law studies role

The Tamil Nadu government will withdraw the order promoting a university registrar as temporary Director of Legal Studies. The vacancy will be filled through a regular process.

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India
environment1 d ago

Elephant transfers to Tamil Nadu temples raise process questions

The rapid transfer of five elephants from Assam to Tamil Nadu temples raises questions about the animal acquisition process. Gaps in rules may allow for exploitation.

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Tamil Nādu
environment1 d ago

Tamil Nadu faces wet Deepavali due to persistent rainfall

Tamil Nadu is expected to experience wet conditions until November 12. Heavy rainfall is forecast for delta and southern districts through Tuesday.

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Tamil Nādu
environment1 d ago

Tamil Nadu faces potential water crisis

Tamil Nadu may be approaching a water crisis if the northeast monsoon does not provide sufficient rainfall. Current reservoir storage is at one-third of capacity.

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Tamil Nādu
crime1 d ago

Police search for additional bodies in Rajajinagar murder investigation

Police have retrieved two more bodies from Tamil Nadu as part of the Rajajinagar murders investigation. Search operations are ongoing for four other individuals.

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Tamil Nādu
governance1 d ago

Tamil Nadu CM urges Modi to require Mekedatu dam consent

Details developing.

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Tamil Nādu
infrastructure1 d ago

Tamil Nadu CM raises concerns over Mekedatu dam project inspection

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay has written to Prime Minister Modi. He expressed concerns regarding the inspection of Union government officials concerning the Mekedatu dam project.

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Tamil Nādu
agriculture1 d ago

Tamil Nadu Restructures Crop Loan Waiver, Extends Eligibility

The Tamil Nadu government has restructured its crop loan waiver scheme. An additional ₹2,842.77 crore has been sanctioned to support the expanded program.

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Tamil Nādu
politics1 d ago

Tamil Nadu Government Allocates Funds for 2026 Election Officials

The Tamil Nadu government has sanctioned ₹198 crore as an honorarium for officials involved in the 2026 Assembly election. The payment is based on basic pay, capped at ₹45,000.

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Tamil Nādu
governance2 d ago

Tamil Nadu Government Funds Village Administrative Offices

The Tamil Nadu government has allocated a monthly maintenance fund of ₹1,000. This fund will support 12,646 Village Administrative Officer offices across the state.

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Tamil Nādu
environment2 d ago

Tamil Nadu Government Increases Human-Wildlife Conflict Compensation

Compensation for human injuries and partial disabilities from wildlife conflicts has been enhanced. It has risen from ₹59,100 to a maximum of ₹5 lakh for certified incapacitation.

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Tamil Nādu
education2 d ago

Tamil Nadu library faces controversy over AI-generated books

A large library in Tamil Nadu is facing scrutiny over concerns about fake authors and publishers. Books allegedly created by artificial intelligence are at the center of the dispute.

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Tamil Nādu
travel2 d ago

Two more bodies of fishermen found after Ongole boat capsize

Two additional bodies of Tamil Nadu fishermen have washed ashore following a boat capsize incident in Ongole. The rising death toll now stands at seven.

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Tamil Nādu
crime2 d ago

Tamil Nadu Police Dismantle Inter-State Drug Syndicate

Tamil Nadu Police conducted 'Operation Deep Source,' successfully busting an inter-state drug syndicate. Information is being shared with other states for further action.

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Tamil Nādu
governance2 d ago

T.N. Minister Distributes Aid to Self-Help Groups in Cuddalore

A Minister from Tamil Nadu has distributed financial assistance to self-help groups. The distribution took place in the Cuddalore district.

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Tamil Nādu
politics2 d ago

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay condemns DMK over Periyar Arivulagam procurement

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay criticized the DMK following irregularities discovered in book procurement for Periyar Arivulagam in Coimbatore, flagged by writer Perumal Murugan. Vijay stated the matter involved public funds.

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Tamil Nādu
science2 d ago

ISRO Chairman Narayanan meets Tamil Nadu CM Vijay

Details developing.

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Tamil Nādu
politics2 d ago

Son of Former Tamil Nadu Assembly Speaker Joins BJP

The son of former Tamil Nadu Assembly Speaker P.H. Pandian has joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Further details are pending.

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Tamil Nādu
governance2 d ago

Tamil Nadu Forms Investment Promotion Commission

The Tamil Nadu government has established an Investment Promotion Commission. The Chief Secretary will chair the commission.

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Tamil Nādu
environment2 d ago

Search Intensifies for Five Fishermen Missing During Cyclone Murasu

The Tamil Nadu Government is intensifying the search for five fishermen who went missing after their vessel experienced engine failure near Ramayapatnam Port. The fishermen departed Chennai on October 29.

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India
environment2 d ago

UNESCO designates Maratha Military Landscapes as World Heritage site

India's Maratha Military Landscapes were inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. The site comprises 12 components across Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu, including Salher Fort, Shivneri Fort, and Gingee Fort.

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Tamil Nādu
crime2 d ago

DVAC investigates multi-crore sand mining case in Tamil Nadu

The Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (DVAC) has registered a First Information Report (FIR) in a multi-crore sand mining case. Special teams conducted searches at 30 locations across Tamil Nadu.

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Tamil Nādu
environment2 d ago

Tamil Nadu Village Protects Bats Over Diwali Fireworks

A village in Tamil Nadu has opted to forego fireworks during Diwali. This decision aims to protect approximately 2,000 bats residing in local trees.

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Tamil Nādu
agriculture2 d ago

Poultry Crisis in Cuddalore: 50,000 Chickens Dead

Approximately 50,000 chickens have died in Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu, causing a crisis for local farmers. Farmers report a concerning pattern in the poultry deaths.

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