The Times of India

K Annamalai launched his 'We the Leaders' forum advocating healthy politics and societal change. He urged support for new legislators, emphasizing guidance over criticism. The forum plans extensive anti-drug awareness campaigns and environmental initiatives. Future efforts will focus on women's safety and children's welfare. Annamalai also announced plans for improving education and health services.

To Meet Rising Power Demands, TN Requires Transmission Upgrades, Better Energy Storage Infra, Smarter Power Procurement

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Uncertainty deepens for kin of Chennai victims of Vietnam tragedy

5 Metrowater Staff Held, Residents Stage Road Roko

Tamil Nadu, Known For Landmark Changes To Marriage Laws, Continues To Drag Its Feet On Law Against Caste Crimes

The initiative, integrated with the existing Magizh Mutram system (a house system), will see every school elect ministers from each of the 5 houses (Kurinji, Mullai, Neithal, Marutham and Paalai) for education; safety; information and communication; environment and climate change; and hygiene and sanitation. Every student-minister will discharge duties concerning their portfolios

A speedboat carrying Indian tourists capsized near Vietnam's Phu Quoc island. Fifteen Indian tourists were killed and seventeen others sustained injuries in the accident. Ten of the deceased tourists hailed from Tamil Nadu, including businessmen and cellphone company agents. Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay expressed grief and ordered officials to coordinate repatriation efforts. Political leaders across Tamil Nadu offered condolences to the bereaved families.