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AIADMK legislators demand adjournment of House; stage walkout over Kallakurichi Hooch tragedy
AIADMK legislators staged a walkout from the Tamil Nadu Assembly in protest over the Kallakurichi hooch tragedy. Ruckus erupted after they demanded a discussion on the incident and the resignation of CM MK Stalin.
Tamil Nadu: Gloom and despair engulf Karunapuram as more succumb to illicit liquor
The sound of the ceremonial beating of drums during a death filled the streets. One street alone was expecting three bodies to arrive on Friday evening. The previous day, residents said 10 bodies were brought back from the hospital on their street alone.
Tamil Nadu Hooch tragedy: Death toll rises to 47, three accused sent to 15-day judicial custody
In Kallakurichi, Tamil Nadu, a tragic incident claimed 47 lives due to consumption of illicit liquor, leading to protests by AIADMK legislators in the state assembly. Chief Minister MK Stalin announced compensation, and three accused were remanded to judicial custody. The government initiated a judicial inquiry, while BJP called for a CBI probe, alleging governance failures. Victims received treatment across several medical facilities in the region.
Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Phase 1 polling begins today in UP, Bihar, AP, Rajasthan, MP, TN, and other states; check key candidates, constituencies list, and more
The Election Commission of India on March 16, 2024, had announced the dates for Lok Sabha and four assembly elections. The Lok Sabha will commence on April 19, 2024. As per the EC announcement, the result of the elections will be announced on June 4.
Tamil Nadu Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Dates, schedule, phases, constituencies, candidates, other details; All you need to know
In Tamil Nadu's 2024 Lok Sabha elections, all 39 seats will see voting on April 19, with results expected on June 4. Key battles include Coimbatore, where BJP's K Annamalai competes against DMK's Ganapathy P Rajkumar and AIADMK's Singai Ramachandran. Other significant contests feature DMK's Kanimozhi in Thoothukudi and Congress' Karti Chidambaram in Sivaganga. Tamil Nadu, with 39 seats, played a pivotal role in the 2019 elections, securing a landslide victory for the DMK-led alliance.
Lok Sabha Election 2024 Phase 1: Here are state-wise and constituency-wise full list and key details
The Lok Sabha Election 2024 Phase 1, beginning April 19, covers 21 states and UTs across 102 constituencies. Notable constituencies include Saharanpur, Rampur, Pilibhit, Chhindwara, Coimbatore, and Udhampur. Key candidates include Nakul Nath, Nitin Gadkari, and Kanimozhi Karunanidhi. With nearly 970 million eligible voters and BJP aiming for 400 seats, this election marks a significant political contest. In 2019, BJP won 303 seats, while Congress secured 52.
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AIADMK manifesto promises Rs 3,000 monthly assistance to women
AIADMK's 2024 manifesto, led by Edappadi K Palaniswami, pledges Rs 3,000 monthly aid for women. It addresses various issues including Cauvery, Mekedatu dam, and promises infrastructure development like Chennai-Nagapattinam waterway.
AIADMK names nominees for all 32 LS seats it is set to fight in Tamil Nadu
The AIADMK has finalized its list of 16 candidates for the Lok Sabha elections, featuring a woman lawyer who previously contested against J Jayalalithaa. The party's candidates include three medical doctors, and in total, five doctors are contesting for the party. AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami is set to begin his campaign on March 24 from Tiruchirappalli. The party will contest in 32 segments and has allocated seven constituencies to allies. The ruling DMK has given tickets to three women candidates out of the 21 Lok Sabha seats it is contesting.
AIADMK clinches Lok Sabha poll deals with DMDK, SDPI
Announcing the electoral pacts here at the party headquarters, AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami said the DMDK would contest from Tiruvallur (SC), Central Chennai, Cuddalore, Thanjavur and Virudhunagar Lok Sabha constituencies.
NIA announces Rs 10 lakh cash reward for information about Rameshwaram Cafe blast suspect
NIA has offered a cash reward of Rs 10 lakh for information on the Rameshwaram Cafe bomber, promising confidentiality. Led by IGP Santosh Rastogi, NIA begins its investigation into the blast, following MHA directives. Raids in Tamil Nadu linked to the case. CCB probes suspects while exploring online procurement leads. Investigators extend inquiries to places of worship, emphasizing their determination to solve the case.
Cyclone Michaung: Heavy rainfall in Chennai causes massive waterlogging in several parts of city
Water logging has been experienced in several parts of the city like Maduravoyal, Porur, Saligaramam, and Valasaravakkam. Trees have been uprooted due to strong winds in many places. Eleven express trains from Chennai Central were cancelled on Monday after the water level reached the danger mark at Bridge No. 14 between Vyasarpadi and Basin Bridge owing to heavy downpours.
Heavy rain lash TN, holiday for schools in many districts
Heavy rain hit Tamil Nadu's coastal and interior districts, causing schools to be closed. The IMD has predicted isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall in coastal regions on November 14. A low-pressure area is expected to form over the Southeast Bay of Bengal, moving west-north westwards and concentrating into a depression around November 16.
Railways to run nearly 300 special trains on Dussehra, Diwali and Chhath. Here are details
Indian Railways is set to operate 283 special trains during the festive season to cater to the increased demand. Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced the plan, which includes trains for Durga Puja, Diwali, and Chhath. South Central Railway will run 58 trains, Western Railway will operate 36 trains, and North Western Railway will run 24 special trains.
IT dept detects Rs 250 crore unaccounted cash transactions after raids on Neyveli based group
The Income Tax department detected unaccounted cash transactions of Rs 250 crore and seized Rs 12 crore cash after it raided a group based in Tamil Nadu's industrial town of Neyveli engaged in the business of chit funds which also runs educational institutions, the CBDT said on Tuesday.
Tamil Nadu extends lockdown till June 28, offers more relaxations
The state government has permitted resumption of public transport, with 50% occupancy and non-AC buses to be operated in four districts in and around Chennai region (Chennai Thiruvallur, Kancheepuram and Chengalpet).
New PCPIR policy moots central funding for infrastructure
The very concept of Petroleum, Chemicals and Petrochemicals Investment Region (PCPIR) is being redrawn in the proposed new policy 2020-35 wherein the size of each investment region will be drastically cut down from 250 sq km to 50 sq km, with a specific cluster integration strategy.
I-T dept detects Rs 450 crore undisclosed income after raids in TN against two groups
The search, carried out at 16 premises in Chennai, Mumbai, Hyderabad and Cuddalore led to evidence of unaccounted assets worth about Rs 100 crore accumulated by the ex-director and his family members in the past three years, said the board.
Government extends deadline for GST returns filing for taxpayers affected by cyclones
For taxpayers whose principal place of business is in the district of Srikakulam in Andhra Pradesh, the due date for filing GSTR-3B for the months of September and October has been extended till November 30, 2018.
UPDATE 1-Soccer-Argentine championship results and standings
SOCCER-ARGENTINA/RESULTS (UPDATE 1):UPDATE 1-Soccer-Argentine championship results and standings
Can profit by meeting agricultural demands of Gulf: PM
New Delhi, Sep 26 (IANS) Urging scientists to draw up focused targets in agriculture to boost exports, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said that Indian farmers can benefit by meeting the demands of the Gulf countries.
Chennai floods: Central team meets Tamil Nadu CM Jayalalithaa to assess damage
The team, led by T V S N Prasad, Joint Secretary in the Union Home Ministry, also praised the state government for the rescue, relief and restoration work.
Rain resumes in Puducherry, over 10,000 evacuated
After a 13-hour lull, heavy showers resumed today in Puducherry where large areas have been inundated and over 400 houses damaged due to torrential rains, forcing evacuation of thousands of people.
New trough of low pressure to bring in more rains to Tamil Nadu
Sitharaman, who visited the affected areas in Chennai and Kancheepuram districts, said she would tour Tiruvallur tomorrow, and submit a report.
Tamil Nadu CM Jayalalithaa seeks central assistance, HM Rajnath Singh assures help
With Tamil Nadu reeling from monsoon fury, Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa today apprised the Centre of the flood situation in the state
Piramal Enterprises likely to scoop up IL&FS in all-stock deal to create Rs 15,000 crore entity
As per the plan, PEL will carve out its financial services business and merge it with IL&FS in an allstock deal to create a $2.5-billion (about Rs 15,000 crore) company.
Over 5000 fishermen protest; demand new fishing harbour
M C Sampath, minister for sales tax and registration,said the state govt has sanctioned Rs 10 cr for the purpose and work would start soon.
10 years after Tsunami: Fishing transformed along the eastern coast
The tsunami has transformed fishing along the eastern coast. The number of boats has multiplied dramatically; they have become more powerful and predatory.
Unclaimed bag near Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd residential area creates flutter
The incident comes close on the heels of the May 1 blasts on board the Kaziranga Express at the Chennai Central Railway Station that claimed a woman's life.
TN seeks Rs 5249 crore central relief for cyclone-hit areas
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Jayalalithaa today said the state has sought a relief of Rs 5249 crore from the Centre for cyclone-battered Cuddalore.
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