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TN amends Prohibition Act to enhance term, fine to eradicate illicit liquor menace
The ruling DMK amended the Tamil Nadu Prohibition Act, 1937, on Saturday to significantly increase the punishment and fines for offences related to the manufacture, possession, and sale of illicit liquor in a bid to safeguard lives. The Tamil Nadu Prohibition (Amendment) Act, 2024, aims to eradicate illicit liquor from the state and will take effect upon notification by the government.
Kallakurichi hooch tragedy: AIADMK holds hunger strike demanding CBI inquiry
AIADMK leaders and workers, including Leader of Opposition Edappadi Palaniswami, are staging a hunger strike in Chennai to protest the Kallakurichi hooch tragedy that claimed 63 lives, demanding a CBI inquiry. The Assembly session saw AIADMK creating chaos, leading to their suspension and eviction for disrupting proceedings. The death toll rose to 63, with 229 affected by the illicit liquor consumption in Tamil Nadu.
Tamil Nadu: Death toll in Kallakurichi hooch tragedy stands at 63
The current death toll in the hooch tragedy in Kallakurichi district, Tamil Nadu, has reached 63 as of Thursday morning, according to information from the District Collectorate. A total of 78 individuals remain under treatment across various hospitals in the state.
Tamil Nadu assembly adopts resolution for Centre to take up caste-wise census
The Tamil Nadu assembly passed a resolution urging the Centre to conduct a caste-based census, along with the pending population census since 2021. The resolution, introduced by Chief Minister MK Stalin, emphasized the importance of a caste-based census for ensuring equal rights and opportunities in education, economy, and employment.
Kallakurichi hooch tragedy: AIADMK chief K Palaniswami meets Tamil Nadu Governor, seeks action against DMK govt
The former chief minister, who led a delegation of his party legislators and advocate-wing members, met Ravi at Raj Bhavan here and submitted a memorandum on the alleged failure of the DMK government in containing the brewing and sale of illicit arrack, he said.
Hooch tragedy: NHRC issues notices to Tamil Nadu govt, DGP
The NHRC on Tuesday said it has issued notices to the Tamil Nadu government and police chief in connection with the hooch tragedy in Kallakurichi district and sought a report in a week. The death toll in the Kallakurichi hooch tragedy climbed to 58 on Monday. As many as 219 people have been admitted to various hospitals.
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Tamil Nadu: Death toll goes up to 59 in Kallakurichi hooch tragedy
The death toll in the hooch tragedy in Tamil Nadu's Kallakurichi district rose to 59 on Tuesday, the district administration said. While 111 persons are undergoing treatment at Kallakurichi Government Medical College hospital, hospital authorities stated.
Kallakurichi Hooch Tragedy: Police nab supplier behind deadly liquor in Tamil Nadu
Kallakurichi Hooch Tragedy: Chief Minister MK Stalin has vowed to crack down on the illegal liquor trade. However, the Opposition has demanded his resignation. AIADMK chief E Palaniswami called Mr. Stalin "incompetent," while state BJP chief K Annamalai suggested the government should close at least a thousand liquor shops in Tamil Nadu.
Darkness to death in minutes: Spurious liquor claims 53 lives, leaves community reeling
In Karunapuram, Kallakurichi district, Tamil Nadu, the tragic toll of spurious liquor has reached 53 deaths. The incident has devastated families like that of M Radha, whose husband succumbed after consuming the toxic brew. The community, largely comprising daily wage laborers, often turns to illicit arrack for relief from physical strain. The addition of methanol, a lethal chemical, to the arrack exacerbated the crisis, causing symptoms like blindness and organ failure.
TN hooch tragedy victims were 'careless', 'exceeded their limit', says Kamal Haasan
Actor-politician Kamal Haasan has condemned the 53-person hooch tragedy in Tamil Nadu, stating that the victims were careless and exceeded their limits. He emphasized the importance of occasional drinking and social drinking, but stressed that exceeding the limit in any form is bad.
Kallakurichi hooch tragedy: Seven people discharged from hospitals, 157 undergoing treatment
As per the Kallakurichi district administration's report, a total of 220 people were admitted at hospitals in Tamil Nadu with new admissions being four, after the consumption of spurious liquor. Meanwhile, five people were discharged from Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (Jipmer), Puducherry, whereas 12 others are undergoing treatment. Three have been declared dead.
Tamil Nadu: Death toll rises to 56 in Kallakurichi Hooch tragedy
The death toll in the Tamil Nadu Hooch tragedy has reached 56, with 216 patients admitted to hospitals after consuming illicit liquor. Most casualties occurred at Kallakurichi Medical College.
Kallakurichi Hooch tragedy: Death toll rises to 53; seven people arrested
The Kallakurichi Hooch tragedy in Tamil Nadu has increased the death toll from 50 to 53, with 140 of the 193 patients who consumed illicit liquor being safe. Seven people have been arrested and the case has been handed over to the CBI CID branch of Tamil Nadu Police. 250 litres of illicit liquor were seized and disposed off in Tiruchirapalli district, and the state government will cover the education and hostel expenses of children who lost parents in the tragedy.
Tamil Nadu: Illicit liquor seized in Trichy, days after Kallakurichi Hooch tragedy
In Tamil Nadu, 250 liters of illicit liquor were seized and disposed off in Tiruchirapalli district following the deaths of 50 people in Kallakurichi. District Collector Pradeep Kumar and Superintendent of Police Varun Kumar spoke to locals about the harmful effects of illicit liquor and made them take an oath not to consume it.
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.
Death toll in Kallakurichi hooch tragedy rises to 50: Tamil Nadu Health Minister Subramanian Ma
Tamil Nadu Health Minister Subramanian Ma reported that 50 people died in the Kallakurichi hooch tragedy on June 19 after consuming methanol-laced illicit liquor. He visited victims at various hospitals and mentioned that 185 people were hospitalized. Chief Minister MK Stalin announced compensation of Rs 10 lakhs for the victims' families and pledged to cover educational expenses for children who lost parents. The incident sparked demands for discussion in the Tamil Nadu Assembly, with AIADMK members raising slogans. Three accused have been sent to judicial custody.
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.
Ruckus in Tamil Nadu Assembly over Kallakurichi hooch tragedy; Speaker evicts protesting AIADMK MLAs
Visuals from outside the Assembly showed watch and ward staff escorting AIADMK members outside. There were heavy police personnel outside the Assembly.
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.
Tamil Nadu Illicit Liquor Case: 36 dead, nearly 70 hospitalised in Kallakurichi; CM announces Rs 10 lakh ex-gratia to kin
Tamil Nadu Illicit Liquor Case: At least 36 people lost their lives and nearly 70 others were hospitalized in Tamil Nadu's Kallakurichi district after consuming illicit arrack laced with poisonous methanol. The incident has prompted arrests and a swift response from authorities, including Chief Minister MK Stalin, who expressed shock and vowed to take strict action against those responsible. Governor RN Ravi also extended condolences and raised concerns about recurring incidents of illicit liquor-related deaths in the state.
Tamil Nadu: 38 dead, 100 hospitalised after consuming illicit liquor
38 people died in Kallakurichi, Tamil Nadu after consuming spurious liquor laced with methanol. Chief minister Stalin announced a one-man commission to investigate. Bootleggers often add methanol for potency.
Chennai weather update: IMD issues warning of heavy rains
In the past 24 hours, widespread rainfall hit various parts of Tamil Nadu, including Chennai, prompting the state government to declare school closures. The India Meteorological Department forecasts additional precipitation, particularly heavy rain in isolated areas of Chengalpattu and Kancheepuram districts. Chennai, Tiruvallur, Ranipet, Vellore, Thiruvannamalai, Villupuram, Ramanathapuram, Thoothukudi, Tirunelveli districts, and Puducherry may also experience heavy rain.
Permission for RSS rally rejected in 47 places in TN, HC told
The Madras High Court was informed on Wednesday that the police had granted permission to the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) to take out 'route marches' and hold public meetings on November 6 at three places alone while it has been rejected for 47 other locations.
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