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Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal condoles scientist MS Swaminathan's death, hails his 'insurmountable' work in agriculture

NEW DELHI: Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday condoled the death of renowned agricultural scientist MS Swaminathan and said his "insurmountable" work in agriculture made India self-sufficient and "saved millions from food insecurity". Swaminathan (98), also known as the father of Green Revolution in India, passed away at 11.15…

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Flex says cooperating with Income Tax Department

Flex, an electronic components manufacturer, confirmed that officials from the Income Tax Department visited its premises in Chennai. The company stated that they are cooperating with the agency and providing the information sought. Flex also mentioned that they have a long history of conducting business in India in a legal…

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Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

Govt. Arts College Udhagamandalam Principal caught on video allegedly accepting ₹4,000 bribe from student for hostel admission. Madras HC displeased with Southern Railway for not installing CCTV cameras in TN railway stations since 2016. IT Dept. searches premises of electronic component manufacturer Flex in Chennai. NIA questioning two of 13…

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MSME Minister holds discussions on issues pertaining to electricity charges

MSME Minister T.M.Anbarasan and Industries Minister T.R.B.Rajaa held talks with stakeholders from the MSME sector in Chennai to discuss electricity charges. J. James, co-ordinator of TN Industrial Electricity Consumers Association, said Ministers will respond in three days. Industries Secretary V.Arun Roy said Ministers will take the issue to the CM.…

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A peek at sari brand Suta’s new collections and their ‘slow’ store in Chennai

Mumbai-based label Suta, founded by sisters Sujata and Tanya Biswas, is synonymous with handwoven saris and blouses that cater especially to young wearers. The last two months have seen the launch of five collections. With another launched this week, and a new store in the city, the duo has their…

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World Tourism Day | Explore Indo-Saracenic landmarks in Chennai’s George Town

From standing under the long arches of the Indo-Saracenic mould to walking over the deep shadows cast by architectural landmarks in the city’s Central Business District, we discover pockets of history untapped by modernity

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World Tourism Day: Discover cities in India through performance arts

Travellers can explore cities through art forms. The Blue Yonder has created Dancescapes, city-specific modules to showcase culture. These include folk arts, martial art, theatre, Tamil kuthu, Afro-Dance Hall, Bharatanatyam, hip hop, freestyle & more.

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Electric motorcycle startup Raptee raises $3 million in pre-series A round

Chennai-based EV Motorcycle Startup, Raptee, raised $3M in Pre-Series A led by Bluehill Capital. Funds to augment manufacturing, acquire machinery, tooling for soon-to-launch motorcycle & scale up team. Raptee, founded by four engineers, to debut first motorcycle in early 2024.

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Pegatron temporarily halts production of iPhone in Chennai

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AIADMK leader demands compensation to be paid to family of deceased farmer

AIADMK's Edappadi K. Palaniswami demands ₹25 lakh for family of farmer who died of distress due to crop withering. He also calls for assessment of crop loss and ₹35,000/acre compensation. AMMK's T.T.V. Dhinakaran condemns arrest of farmers' leader P.R. Pandian. O. Panneerselvam thanks PM Modi for Vande Bharat train services…

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Part-time teachers go on indefinite strike, demand higher salary

Part-time govt schoolteachers in Chennai launch indefinite fast, strike to demand govt keep election promise of making them permanent staff with salary of Rs. 25,000.

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More women become Odhuvars in T.N. temples

Women Odhuvars from varied backgrounds receive appointment orders to serve deities in Saivite temples in Chennai region. Minister P.K. Sekarbabu, due to Chief Minister M.K. Stalin's support, appointed 10 women in 28 months. C. Sivaranjani, M. Gomathi, Charumathi Keeran, M. Dharani, and Bhargavi Kamalakkannan, who trained in Thirumurai and music,…

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ED provisionally attaches land worth ₹125.06 crore in Chennai

ED attaches 39.83% of 4.79 acre land worth ₹125.06 crore owned by Unitech Infopark Limited, a benami company of Unitech Group's promoters. Investigation revealed proceeds of crime of ₹7,612 crore, with total attachment of ₹1,257.61 crore. Five individuals arrested, two prosecution complaints filed. Further investigation in progress.

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Madras High Court shocked over AIADMK government having assigned 3.45 acre of public land for private shopping mall

Madras HC orders criminal prosecution of public servants for "grabbing" of high value govt. lands. Directs State to enact law to deal with such offences & constitute high-level committee to identify illegalities. HC shocked over AIADMK govt. assigning 3.45 acres for shopping mall. Govt. cancels 2021 GO & fences property.

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Water released from Poondi reservoir, much ahead of NE monsoon

Open Poondi reservoir to discharge 1,000 cusecs of water to Cholavaram reservoir. Tiruvallur district issues flood warning to people living near Kosasthalaiyar river. Water will be used to fill Cholavaram reservoir and recharge checkdams. Chembarambakkam reservoir opened in June due to unusual rains. Five water bodies used for city water…

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Hyderabad student gets Prime Minister’s appreciation in ‘Mann Ki Baat’

11-year-old Akarshana Satish has set up 7 libraries with 6,000 books, inspiring others. She began her mission during COVID-19, helping children at MNJ Cancer Hospital. She collected books from various sources and donors, setting up libraries at Sanathnagar police station, Government Juvenile Home for Girls, Gayatri Nagar Association, Coimbatore City…

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Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

AIADMK's Edappadi K. Palaniswami calls for meeting of HQ functionaries, MPs, MLAs after AIADMK-BJP friction. PM Modi flags off TN's 2nd Vande Bharat Express train. PMK's Dr. S. Ramadoss urges TN govt to extend Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thittam to all women. TN CM M.K. Stalin inspects Coimbatore roads, inaugurates 2…

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Three housing projects worth over ₹400 crore unveiled in Chennai

Udhayanidhi Stalin inaugurated housing projects worth ₹409.74 crore for 2,364 new apartments in Chennai. Anbarasan stated that 30,492 dilapidated houses would be replaced with new ones in Chennai and other districts, costing ₹2,400 crore. Udhayanidhi also inaugurated a football stadium, gym and 39 smart classrooms. State Health Minister, HR&CE Minister…

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Took up squash because of my sister, says 15-year-old Anahat Singh ahead of Asian Games debut

CHENNAI: Anahat Singh, all of 15, is looking to build on the gains she made at the Commonwealth Games last year when she makes her Asian Games debut in Hangzhou next week.

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WATCH: R Ashwin's late-night batting practice after India's Mohali ODI win vs Australia

NEW DELHI: India's premier spinner Ravichandran Ashwin isn't part of India's preliminary squad for the ICC World Cup 2023. However, Ashwin remains optimistic about securing a spot among the 15-member squad representing India in the quest for the coveted trophy. India's journey in the 2023 World Cup will commence on…

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PM Modi to flag off nine new Vande Bharat routes

PM Modi to flag off 9 new Vande Bharat routes on Sep 24, incl. 2nd train for Kerala. 8 coaches each, 32 routes in total. Increase connectivity, occupancy rate of 177% on Kerala route. New trains painted saffron & grey, existing routes incl. Vishakhapatnam-Secunderabad, Mumbai-Ahmedabad, Patna-Ranchi.

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T.N. govt. grants ₹10 lakh to airlift ailing child from Türkiye to Chennai

Stalin grants ₹10 lakh to airlift ailing child from Türkiye to Chennai

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Trial run of new Tirunelveli-Chennai Vande Bharat Express held with a halt in Tiruchi

Trial run of Vande Bharat Express from Tirunelveli to Chennai Egmore via Tiruchi conducted. PM Modi to flag off service on Sep 24. 8-coach train has 530 seats, improved features. Reception planned at 4 stations on inaugural run.

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FOOTBALL | AIFF & AFC secretaries meet TFA and CFA stakeholders to discuss ways to develop the sport

AFC Sec. John & AIFF Sec. Prabhakaran met stakeholders of TN & Chennai football to discuss way forward. Legal tussle between TFA & CFA has caused deadlock in city football. Meeting was good, but some major stakeholders were not consulted. Valavan said AFC Sec. was misled & AIFF's communication was…

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SCR’s two new Vande Bharat trains to be commissioned on September 24

PM Modi to virtually flag off 9 Vande Bharat trains, incl. 2 from SCR, on Sep 24. Trains to cover dist. in 7-8.5 hrs, have halts at Mahabubnagar, Kurnool City, Anantapur, Renigunta, Yesvantpur. Other trains to run b/w Kasaragod-Thiruvananthapuram, Ranchi-Howrah, Tirunelveli-Madurai-Chennai, Udaipur-Jaipur, Jamnagar-Ahmedabad, Rourkela-Bhubaneshwar-Puri & Patna-Howrah.

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