TAMIL NADU THIRD WAVE
Coastal parts of Kerala, Tamil Nadu warned of sea swells
The Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services has issued an alert for coastal areas of Kerala and Tamil Nadu regarding rough waves and high tides till 11.30 pm. Residents are advised to moor fishing vessels safely and consider relocating to safer places.
"Ugly face of Balak Buddhi": Amit Malviya slams Rahul Gandhi's "silence" on BSP leader's killing
Taking to 'X', Malviya wrote, "Tamilnadu BSP chief, a Dalit, is hacked to death. Expect Third Time Fail Rahul Gandhi to maintain radio silence, just like the hooch tragedy, because the Congress depends on the DMK for its relevance in TN." "This kind of perverse politics is the ugly face of Balak Buddhi", he added.
No tangible effort by BJP-led Centre to retrieve Katchatheevu: Stalin
"In the letter dated 27.06.2024, you have mentioned that the genesis of this issue goes back to 1974 following an understanding between the then Union Government and the State Government," Stalin said in an apparent reference to the ceding of Katchatheevu.
Why new-age EV manufacturers are picking nimble neighbouring states over Karnataka
Karnataka has excellent facilities, but states like TN are more proactive, say industry executives; for some firms, market proximity is key reason to set up facility.
Wind power generation picks up pace in TN; clean energy meets one-third of state’s power demand
Tamil Nadu's wind and solar energy generation peaked on Wednesday, meeting over one-third of the state's power needs. Wind power set a new record with 105.138 million units contributing to the grid. Solar power added 25.8 Mu despite overcast conditions, showcasing the state's commitment to green energy.
25% of new hires are married women; nearly 70% workforce are women: Apple iPhone maker Foxconn
Foxconn clarified to government that 25 per cent of new hires are married women and safety protocol banning metal is not discriminatory. Ministry of Labour sought report on married women issue at Foxconn India Apple iPhone Plant. Foxconn emphasised that safety protocol applied to all, not just Hindu women. They brushed away media reports saying it was a misinterpretation.
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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.
A look inside Corning’s plans for Tamil Nadu facility
Gorilla glass maker Corning, a key supplier of Apple, will begin production out of its Tamil Nadu facility in the second half of 2025, vice president and general manager David Velasquez told ET in an exclusive interaction. Velasquez was speaking ahead of the company's ground-breaking ceremony for India's first cover glass finishing facility near Chennai on Tuesday.
Ather's Maha plans: BJP leader urges CM Siddaramaiah to persuade firm to invest in Karnataka
BJP MLA Arvind Bellad urged Karnataka government to persuade Ather Energy to set up its plant in Dharwad district, expressing disappointment over the company choosing Aurangabad for investment.
Bluestone’s new investors; states & semicon hubs
Happy Tuesday! New investors are finalising Bluestone’s pre-IPO funding round. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
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.
INDIA bloc's regional allies outdo Congress in putting check on BJP
As the opposition INDIA bloc leaders analysed election results, they acknowledged that the regional allies played a key role in denying BJP a majority, while Congress struggled in direct battles with BJP. The grand old party relied on defeating smaller parties and high-performing allies. Stellar performances by key allies like SP, AITMC, SS, NCP, and DMK were crucial in countering BJP's dominance, with Congress performing better in states where BJP was weaker.
Anti-Sanatana INDI bloc will butcher Hindus if voted to power, says Amit Malviya, shares goat slaughtering video with Annamalai's pic
BJP IT-cell in-charge Amit Malviya shared a video of a goat with Tamil Nadu BJP president K. Annamalai's photo being slaughtered in Tamil Nadu, criticizing DMK's win. Annamalai lost to DMK's Ganapathy Rajkumar by a margin of over 1 lakh votes in the Coimbatore Lok Sabha constituency. The BJP chief managed to garner 4 lakh votes in a seat that witnessed a triangular fight between the Dravidian majors and the BJP.
The BJP has breached these citadels for future gains
Lok Sabha Election Results: The BJP faced a potential defeat in Uttar Pradesh but achieved some significant victories. Notably, the party established dominance in Odisha, made inroads in Kerala with strategic outreach, struggled in Tamil Nadu despite increased vote share, and saw a major vote share surge in Punjab despite facing protests.
Lok Sabha polls: Success eludes Tamil Nadu's richest candidate, AIADMK's Ashok Kumar
Aatral Ashok Kumar, the AIADMK's Erode candidate was said to be the richest of the 950 MP aspirants who contested the April 19 Lok Sabha polls in Tamil Nadu and he had declared assets worth over Rs 500 crore. Despite putting up a good fight, the debutant was swept away in the DMK wave, with the ruling party-led coalition netting all 39 Lok Sabha seats in the state.
DMK's turns '40 out of 40' poll pitch into reality in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry
DMK and its allies are poised for a sweeping victory in Tamil Nadu, with candidates like Kanimozhi winning by large margins. The ruling party's popularity and alliance cohesion are evident in the election results.
Coimbatore Lok Sabha Election Results 2024: BJP's K Annamalai trails behind DMK's Ganapathi Ramachandran
Coimbatore Election Result 2024: Amidst a heated electoral battle in western Tamil Nadu, Coimbatore witnesses a tight race in 2024. Key contenders include K. Annamalai (BJP), Ganapathi P. Rajkumar (DMK), Singai G. Ramachandran (AIADMK), and Kalamani Jeganathan (NTK). Annamalai trails behind DMK's Ramachandran. The constituency's political significance is underscored by its pivotal role in Tamil Nadu's broader political landscape.
BJP will get more LS seats from Tamil Nadu than exit polls prediction: Tamilisai Soundararajan
"Results are on June 4. Exit polls have revealed that PM Modi will be the Prime Minister for the third time. In Tamil Nadu, we (BJP) will be getting more seats than the predictions...' Dravidian model' is a failed model. We are very happy that BJP is making a mark in Tamil Nadu politics," Tamilisai Soundararajan told ANI.
PM Modi to meditate at Vivekananda's landmark in Tamil Nadu after poll campaign ends on May 30, Congress fumes
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit the Vivekananda Rock Memorial in Kanyakumari on May 30 for a spiritual retreat, according to a senior BJP official. He is expected to be at the location near the monolithic statue of Tiruvalluvar in the sea. The visit is not related to any party event. Modi will engage in meditation during his stay.
RCB's Virat Kohli wins Orange Cap in IPL 2024, becomes first Indian to secure honour twice
Virat Kohli clinches the Orange Cap in IPL 2024, becoming the only Indian to achieve this feat twice with 741 runs in 15 matches at an average of 61.75, including a century and five fifties.
BJP filling Hindutva void created by Jayalalithaa's demise: Annamalai
The IPS officer-turned-politician said he will not let the BJP play second fiddle to any political party in Tamil Nadu, where there is a great scope for his party to fill the void created by the AIADMK's "drifting away" from the Hindutva ideology after Jayalalithaa's passing.
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.
Rough sea alert issued for Kerala and south Tamil Nadu coast
Similarly, there is a forecast for rough sea conditions nearshore along the Tamil Nadu coast during the same period on Monday. The rough sea is anticipated due to high period (15 - 17 sec) swell waves, with heights varying between 0.7 to 1.1 metres. The agency has urged fishermen and coastal residents to exercise vigilance and take necessary precautions in light of these rough sea conditions.
As Andhra town logs 46 degree temperature, highest in India, IMD issues fresh heatwave warning for 2 states
The intense heat wave affecting South Peninsular India is set to ease, offering some respite, as per the India Meteorological Department. Yet, Rajasthan and West Madhya Pradesh brace for another heat wave from May 8th to 10th.
IMD issues fresh heatwave warning for 8 states as temperature remains above 45 degrees
The latest alert from the IMD predicts heat wave conditions in certain areas over the next five days. These areas include Saurashtra & Kutch and the Gujarat Region, Vidarbha, Rayalaseema, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry & Karaikal, Interior Karnataka, West Rajasthan, East Rajasthan, and West Madhya Pradesh. Furthermore, there is an expectation of hot and humid weather in isolated pockets in Kerala & Mahe and Coastal Karnataka for the next three days.
Rough waves hit coastal areas of Kerala and south Tamil Nadu; Central agencies issues Red alert
Officials have urged fishermen and coastal residents to take necessary precautions in response to the alert. A Kerala Disaster Management Authority (KSDMA) official stated, "Red alert for swell surge warning has been received from NDMA-INCOIS." The 'Kallakkadal' phenomenon is expected to occur from 2:30 am on Saturday to 11:30 pm on Sunday, with the possibility of extremely strong waves, rough seas, and sea incursion during this period.
'Kallakkadal phenomenon' threatens Kerala, southern Tamil Nadu coastlines
Kerala and southern Tamil Nadu coastal areas are expected to experience the "kallakkadal phenomenon," a sudden swell of the seas causing rough waves, until 11:30 pm on Monday. The Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS) has issued alerts to fishermen and coastal residents, advising them to stay away from danger zone areas and to safely moor fishing vessels in harbors.
As temperature touches 45 degrees, IMD's severe heat wave warning for 5 states
IMD Weather Update: India faces a persistent heat wave with temperatures soaring up to 45°C in various regions, triggering heat wave warnings and forecasts of warm nights and hot weather conditions over the next five days.
Intense heat sweeps large swathes of India, maximum temperatures settle four to six degrees higher
Intense heat gripped India on Sunday, with temperatures soaring well above normal in many regions. The India Meteorological Department reported temperatures reaching 42-45 degrees Celsius in parts of Odisha, Rayalaseema, Gangetic West Bengal, Jharkhand, Vidarbha, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh. This is the second heatwave spell this month, affecting areas like Odisha, Jharkhand, Gangetic West Bengal, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Gujarat. The extreme heat has raised concerns about power grid strain and water shortages in some parts of the country.
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