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The Union government has disbursed 12,764 crore to Tamil Nadu farmers under the PM-Kisan scheme since 2019. Additionally, over one crore rural households in the state have received tap water connections through the Jal Jeevan Mission, a joint initiative with the state government.

AIADMK MP C Ve Shanmugam reported a digital arrest scam after receiving threatening calls from individuals impersonating Mumbai police. The callers falsely accused him of terrorism and claimed 17 criminal cases were pending against him. Shanmugam, targeted while en route to Parliament, has requested a CBI investigation into the incident.

Veteran Kollywood producer AVM Saravanan, who helmed AVM Productions and delivered numerous hits, passed away at 86 due to age-related ailments. His production house, founded by his father, has been instrumental in Tamil cinema, featuring iconic stars and producing popular television series. Saravanan was also recognized for his leadership and contributions, leading many films to prestigious awards.

Chennai and surrounding districts experienced heavy rainfall for the third consecutive day on Wednesday, despite forecasts indicating the worst has passed. While a depression weakened and made landfall, cloud convergence over the region led to intense showers, particularly in Tiruvallur and North Chennai. Mild showers are expected Thursday, with clearer skies anticipated from Friday.

A new partnership between Tahdco and Rewin Health aims to improve physiotherapy access in Tamil Nadu's smaller towns by establishing 150 clinics. These centers will be run by SC/ST entrepreneurs, fostering both healthcare access and economic opportunity within communities. The initiative offers significant subsidies and facilitated loans to reduce financial barriers for aspiring entrepreneurs.

ED's money laundering probe stems from two FIRs registered by the Madhya Pradesh police and Chennai's police anti-corruption branch.

Heavy rains flooded at least 100 houses in Palavoyal near Red Hills, trapping over 200 residents in hip-level water. This recurring issue, exacerbated by breached lakes and poor drainage in the low-lying neighborhoods, saw water rise to chest level in some areas. Fire and Rescue Services conducted multiple rescue operations, shifting 56 people to safety.

Northern Tamil Nadu grapples with severe flooding after Cyclonic Storm Ditwah brought heavy rains, submerging Chennai and its districts. Four lives were lost, over 1,600 homes damaged, and crops on 2.11 lakh acres destroyed. Authorities are deploying thousands of personnel for relief efforts as heavy showers are expected to continue.

Two Indian doctors, Dr. Gopinathan M and Dr. Sudharshan Balaji, saved a young Etihad Airways crew member suffering a life-threatening anaphylactic shock mid-flight. Returning from Ethiopia, the physicians administered rapid resuscitation, including steroids and bronchodilators, to the unconscious patient. Their swift actions ensured the crew member regained consciousness and adequate breathing before landing, averting a critical mid-air emergency.