TAMIL NADU HEALTH
Star Health aims to double Gross Written Premium to Rs 30,000 cr in 4 yrs: MD
Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Ltd. has set a target to double its Gross Written Premium to about Rs 30,000 crore over the next four years. The company, based in Chennai, has recorded a profit after tax of Rs 845 crore, a 37% increase from the previous financial year. The company has approved claims of about Rs 44,000 crore since its inception in 2006.
Actor Vijay voices opposition to NEET, asks Centre to respect Tamil Nadu's sentiments on the matter
Tamil Nadu Assembly passed a resolution against NEET, supported by actor Vijay, who stated the central test negatively impacted Tamil Nadu students, especially the poor and rural. He advocated for Education to be under the State List, emphasizing the challenges faced by students studying in state syllabus and then taking a central test. Vijay called for TN's exemption from NEET, citing irregularities and student suicides.
NHRC seeks detailed report from labour ministry, Tamil Nadu government on Foxconn issue
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has issued notices to the central labor ministry and Tamil Nadu government over allegations of Foxconn's discrimination against married women at its Sriperumbudur assembly plant. This action follows reports that Foxconn excluded married women from employment, raising serious concerns about gender equality and the violation of the right to equal opportunity.
Hooch tragedy echoes in Tamil Nadu Assembly for second consecutive day, govt rules out CBI probe
In the Tamil Nadu Assembly, the Kallakurichi hooch tragedy, which has resulted in 53 deaths, was a focal point for the second consecutive day. The opposition AIADMK staged a walkout over the issue, demanding a CBI inquiry. In response, the ruling DMK criticized AIADMK for politicizing the matter and emphasized the government's transparency. Law Minister S Regupathy asserted that a CBI inquiry was unnecessary, stating that the government had been forthcoming and had nothing to hide.
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.
States hike in healthcare expenditure to help meet India's '2.5% of GDP' target
India's expenditure on health, including clean water and sanitation, is on track to reach the target of 2.5% of GDP by 2024-25. States have surpassed the Centre's allocation to achieve a combined effort of 2.13% of GDP. Despite concerns over declining spending on healthcare systems, increased state allocations may help reach the 2.5% target by 2025.
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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 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.
Kuwait fire tragedy leaves Kerala and Tamil Nadu grieving
According to this list, there were also three victims from Andhra Pradesh and one from Karnataka. Earlier, an official from the Department of Non-Resident Keralites' Affairs (NORKA) unofficially said that, according to information provided by its help desk in Kuwait, 24 Malayalees had died in the fire. Of these, 22 have been identified, he said, and added that 12 others from the state were seriously injured.
NEET row: TN slams Centre on grace marks, irregularities, demands abolishing national test
NEET Result Row: The Tamil Nadu government criticized the Centre for alleged NEET irregularities, deeming grace marks as fraudulent. DMK's calls to abolish the test gained momentum amid national protests. State Health Minister demanded transparency on grace marks allocation, citing mental distress for 23 lakh candidates. Centre cancelled grace marks and offered re-test option. Tamil Nadu seeks NEET abolition for equal medical education access.
Chromium contamination: Madras HC orders issuing notice to Centre, Tamil Nadu govt
In his petition, Balu, the PMK's nominee for the April 26 Lok Sabha elections in the state, said he had covered the entire Ranipet district for electioneering and came to know of chromium contamination issue in the factory belonging to Tamil Nadu Chromates and Chemicals Limited (TNCCL), which was increasingly becoming a major environmental and biological threat.
New Covid wave in Singapore: No need for panic, assures Tamil Nadu govt
Dr. T S Selvavinayagam, Director of the Directorate of Public Health and Preventive Medicine in Tamil Nadu, reassured the public about the new Covid wave in Singapore, describing it as a "milder infection" that does not warrant panic. He stated that there have been no significant hospital admissions in Singapore following the outbreak. The Singapore variant, KP.2, a sub-variant of Omicron, has been reported in some parts of India, with 290 cases of KP.2 and 34 cases of KP.1 found in the country. Selvavinayagam emphasized that Tamil Nadu has the required infrastructure to handle any situation and that the state has almost fully vaccinated the 18-plus population.
Chennai welcomes rains. IMD forecast rainy week ahead for the city and Tamil Nadu
Chennai and nearby districts saw light to moderate rainfall and trended on social media. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasted continued rain until May 19, with isolated heavy showers. The weather pattern, influenced by an upper air cyclonic circulation, is causing rain in southern Tamil Nadu and the Western Ghats, including the Cauvery delta districts.
South side story: Can attractive sops turn Chennai into a hub for GCCs?
Can a slew of attractive sops from the state government and a competitive workforce turn Chennai into a hub for GCCs, positioning the state as a healthy alternative to Bengaluru and Hyderabad? In addition to banks and automotive firms, manufacturing, pharma, tech and product companies in the fintech space are considering setting up GCCs in Chennai.
NDA is already near 200 seats, on track to get past 400: Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah is confident that the BJP will achieve its 400-paar figure this election and says the party would win up to 200 of the 283 seats in the first three phases alone. In an interview with Rahul Tripathi and Pranab Dhal Samanta, he says that elections will be held in Jammu & Kashmir ‘according to court dates’ and opposes any reservation based on religion. Excerpts:
26-year-old youth dies during weight loss surgery in Chennai, Tamil Nadu govt orders probe
26-year-old Hemachandran, 150 kg, died in Chennai due to weight-loss surgery complications, prompting Tamil Nadu state government to order an investigation into his death.
'DMK cannot silence our voices': Annamalai booked for spreading false info, Tamil Nadu BJP chief issues clarification
Tamil Nadu BJP chief Annamalai was booked on Monday by Cuddalore district police on charges of provocation with an intent to cause riot by claiming that a group of people had murdered a woman and attacked her family members for not voting for the alliance led by the DMK in the Lok Sabha polls, reported Times Now.
Lok Sabha Elections Phase 1: Fully prepared to conduct polls in fair manner in Tamil Nadu, says CEO
190 companies of Central Armed Police Force are deployed for polling in 39 Lok Sabha constituencies in Tamil Nadu. 6.23 crore voters, including 3.06 crore men, 3.17 crore women, and 8,467 third gender, will vote on April 19. Free transportation for PwD and senior citizens provided. Counting on June 4 with 68,321 polling stations and 39 counting centers.
Hiring in electronics industry sees a hike of 154% year-on-year in March: Quess Corp
Quess Corp's electronics hiring surge in March focused on women's employment, safety measures, and key roles like electronic engineers. Industry emphasizes gender diversity, inclusion, flexi staffing, very large scale integration, and nanotechnology.
Amar Prasad Reddy appointed as Tamil Nadu BJP's LS poll campaign in-charge
Earlier, Tamil Nadu BJP president K Annamalai, after being fielded from Coimbatore Lok Sabha constituency, expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and said that Coimbatore is an important seat and he is confident that he will deliver the seat.
Public insurance companies running Ayushman Bharat scheme in only Tamil Nadu, three more states: Sources
Instead, a few states are engaging private sector insurance companies while most have set up trusts to run the Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PMJAY), the government's flagship health insurance scheme.
Karnataka bans artificial colours in Gobi Manchurian, Cotton Candy
The Karnataka government has banned the use of artificial colours in foods like Gobi Machurian and cotton candy due to health concerns over poor quality. The move follows similar bans imposed by Goa, Tamil Nadu, and Puducherry last month. Health minister Dinesh Gundu Rao cited the artificial colours as harmful and warned of serious consequences. Violations could result in imprisonment for up to seven years and a fine of up to Rs 10 lakh.
Lemon sold for Rs 35,000 at auction in Tamil Nadu temple
A single lemon fetched Rs 35,000 at an auction held at a private temple at a village near here, the temple authorities said. As per custom, the lemon and other items including fruits offered to Lord Shiva during the Mahasivarathiri festivities observed on Friday night at the Pazhapoosaian temple near Sivagiri village, 35 km from here, were auctioned.
India logs 1,378 cases of Covid sub-variant JN.1: INSACOG
A total of 1,378 cases of COVID-19 sub-variant JN.1 have been recorded in India, with Maharashtra and Karnataka having the highest number of cases. Manipur is the latest state to detect the variant. The Indian government has urged states to maintain vigilance and comply with surveillance guidelines. The World Health Organisation classifies JN.1 as a "variant of interest" with low global public health risk.
Three fresh Covid-19 deaths, 609 new cases recorded across India
India has reported 609 new Covid cases, with active cases declining to 3,368, according to the health ministry. The number of daily cases dropped to double-digits until December 5, 2023, but increased after the emergence of a new variant and cold weather conditions. After December 5, 841 new cases were reported, 0.2 per cent of the peak cases in May 2021.
India records 514 fresh Covid cases in a day
India has reported 514 new cases of COVID-19, according to the health ministry. The country's active cases of the infection have decreased to 3,422. The data, updated at 8 am, also revealed three deaths in the past 24 hours - two in Maharashtra and one in Karnataka. Previously, the number of daily cases had dropped to double-digits until December 5, 2023.
India records 605 fresh Covid cases, four deaths in a day
In the latest update from the health ministry, India has recorded 605 new cases of Covid-19. This comes as a positive development, as the number of active cases has declined to 3,643. The ministry also reported four deaths within a 24-hour period. Two deaths were from Karnataka and the other two from Kerala, according to the data updated at 8 am.
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