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Governance-Centric Approach Weakened Ground Work

Police arrested the cattle farm owner and two others in connection with the murder on Thursday. The body of the deceased, Suresh, was exhumed.

Addressing the council, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Vijay said his govt would work constructively with the Union govt while firmly safeguarding TNs interests and aspirations.

Tamil Nadu's echool education minister Rajmohan announced that all teacher vacancies in government schools will be filled soon to prevent disruption to student education.

AMMK general secretary T T V Dhinakaran stated that his party would support AIADMK during tough times and is open to a merger, saying, Let's wait and see. He reaffirmed AMMK's commitment to the NDA alliance.

In a statement, Palaniswami said unannounced outages were affecting households, small industries, farmers and students across the state. With temperatures crossing 40 degrees Celsius in several districts, residents were being forced to endure prolonged disruptions, he said.

Opposition leader Udhayanidhi Stalin has raised serious concerns regarding MLA Saravanan, urging his dismissal due to alleged support for party affiliates charged with sexual assault. Stalin lambasted the ruling party for an apparent failure to support the victim while questioning Chief Minister Vijay's commitment to ensuring women's safety.

A significant 16-km stretch of road in Chennai, the VelacheryTambaram High Road, will soon bear the name of Major Mukund Varadharajan. This renaming honours the brave Indian Army officer, posthumously awarded the Ashoka Chakra for his ultimate sacrifice. The Tambaram Corporation Council officially approved this tribute, recognizing his profound contribution and valour.

Over 10,000 Visit The Hospital In A Month

Gets 7,500 crore funding support from Centre under UCF

Bee Habitats Are Disappearing Across Tamil Nadu, Which Is Putting Pressure On Crop Yield. Researchers Say Linking Wastewater Reuse With Urban Greening Programmes To Create Pollinator Corridors May Be The Answer

The decision was announced by state president C Dhanraj after an executive committee meeting here on Wednesday.

From a cramped office in Chennai, a group of ageing activists have spent decades helping sanitation staff, construction labourers, street vendors and others in the informal sector get housing, welfare and social security

A grisly 1952 murder case, involving a dismembered body found on a train, is now a teaching tool at Madras Medical College. Forensic experts, using basic anatomy and personal details like ear piercings, identified the victim, C Alavandar. His former lover and her husband were convicted, showcasing how meticulous documentation solved a seemingly impossible crime.

Tamil Nadu BJP leader Amar Prasad has resigned from the party, following in the footsteps of former state president K Annamalai. Prasad announced his departure on social media, stating his intention to join Annamalai in his future political endeavors. This move signals a significant shift within the state's political landscape.

A political party has filed a plea in the Madras High Court challenging the Tamil Nadu government's gazette notification accepting the resignation of three AIADMK MLAs. The petitioner argues this action is unconstitutional and undermines the 10th Schedule, urging the court to direct the Speaker to decide pending disqualification petitions first.

Bharathiraja revolutionized Tamil cinema by bringing the raw beauty of rural Tamil Nadu to the screen with 16 Vayadhiniley. He introduced a new era of filmmaking, focusing on ordinary people and launching the careers of numerous actors and technicians. His distinctive style and nurturing of talent left an indelible mark on the industry.

Veteran filmmaker and actor Bharathiraja, a revolutionary figure in Tamil cinema, passed away in Chennai at the age of 84. He had been battling health issues, including respiratory complications, for several months. Bharathiraja was celebrated for bringing realism to Tamil films, with his debut '16 Vayathinile' being a landmark.

Stopwatch Test Says It Takes 42 Min To Cover 9-km Stretch