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Why Tamil Nadu opposed Navodaya Schools ?
Tamil Nadu's long-running opposition to Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas is rooted in the state's language policy and its broader debate with the Centre over education and federalism.
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TVK Govt. may look for new CS amid differences with M. Sai Kumar
The Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) government in Tamil Nadu is reportedly considering a change at the top of the state bureaucracy, with discussions around finding a new Chief Secretary despite the Centre recently approving a six-month extension for incumbent M. Sai Kumar.
Dalit PhD scholar in Malaysia allege scholarship delay by Tamil Nadu Govt.
A Dalit PhD scholar from Tamil Nadu pursuing research in Malaysia has accused the state government's Social Justice Department of delaying scholarship funds, alleging that the dispute has stalled his research and put his continued enrolment at risk. The government has rejected his allegations and cited issues with expenditure documentation.
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Annamalai’s Periyar tribute revives debate over his self-flogging
Former Tamil Nadu BJP president K. Annamalai’s tribute to social reformer E.V. Ramasamy ‘Periyar’ on his birth anniversary has triggered renewed discussion on social media, with critics revisiting a controversial episode from his political career.
Business
Lakshadweep, Hyderabad tour packages from Sept. 22: KSRTC
The Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) is set to expand its Budget Tourism Cell with new tour packages to Lakshadweep and Hyderabad, along with an online booking and waiting-list facility, from September 22.
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Madras HC refuses stay on bypolls; seeks clarity from ECI
The Madras High Court on Wednesday declined to stay the October 6 by-elections in the Madurantakam and Dharapuram Assembly constituencies, while asking the Election Commission of India (ECI) to examine the issue of elected legislators resigning soon after an election and then seeking re-election.
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Nirmala Sitharaman urges Gen Z, Gen Alpha to lead and contribute to India
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has urged members of Gen Z and Gen Alpha to move beyond asking what the country can provide them and instead reflect on what they can contribute to India.
Entertainment
M.S. Subbulakshmi: The voice that carried Carnatic music to the World
From a child prodigy in Madurai to the first musician to receive the Bharat Ratna, M.S. Subbulakshmi transformed the reach of Carnatic and devotional music. Her voice became part of everyday life for millions, her music crossed India's cultural boundaries, and her 1966 United Nations performance placed an Indian classical musician on one of the world's most prominent stages. As her 110th birth anniversary is marked, her extraordinary legacy is also set to reach a new generation through cinema.
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Rashmika Mandanna to portray M.S. Subbulakshmi in biopic ‘M.S – A Legacy On Screen’
Actress Rashmika Mandanna is set to portray legendary Carnatic vocalist and Bharat Ratna awardee M.S. Subbulakshmi in the upcoming biographical film ‘M.S – A Legacy On Screen’.
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Congress names Vinayagam for Thattanchavady bypoll
The Congress has named E. Vinayagam as its candidate for the forthcoming by-election to the 9-Thattanchavady Assembly constituency in Puducherry.
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PTR, journalist clash over Chennai project sanctions and pending dues
A political and media controversy has erupted over allegations that large infrastructure projects were tendered in Chennai without the required financial sanctions during the previous DMK regime, with former Tamil Nadu Finance Minister Palanivel Thiaga Rajan (PTR) rejecting responsibility for decisions taken by the Greater Chennai Corporation.
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South Indian States are top investment destinations in India
South India is strengthening its position as one of India’s most attractive investment regions, with Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh and Kerala collectively accounting for about one-third of the country’s GDP and offering investors a diverse mix of technology, manufacturing, life sciences, logistics and services opportunities.
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DMK MP A Raja withdraws remarks against minister after backlash
DMK deputy general secretary and Nilgiris MP A. Raja has withdrawn his controversial remarks against Tamil Nadu Minister C. T. R. Nirmal Kumar, following widespread criticism from political leaders and within sections of the DMK-led alliance.
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Vijay's UK visit secures ₹12,300 cr investment commitments, over 9400 uobs
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay’s ongoing visit to the United Kingdom has resulted in investment commitments of around ₹12,300 crore, with the projects expected to generate more than 9,400 jobs across the State.
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Elaborate security measures in place for Madurai Meenakshi Temple Kumbabishekam
Authorities have stepped up security and crowd-management arrangements ahead of the grand Kumbabishekam of the Meenakshi Amman Temple in Madurai, scheduled for September 17, with lakhs of devotees expected to attend.
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Food availability expanded with changing consumption patterns: TN minister
Tamil Nadu Minister K.A. Sengottaiyan has said that changing food consumption patterns and increased production have significantly altered the State’s food landscape, stressing that the government’s priority is to ensure that essential commodities remain accessible to everyone.
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The self-taught innovator who became the ‘Edison of India’
Long before India became a global technology hub, Gopalaswamy Doraiswamy Naidu (G.D. Naidu) was demonstrating what curiosity, experimentation and practical knowledge could achieve. Born on March 23, 1893, at Kalangal near Coimbatore, Naidu went on to become one of India’s most celebrated inventors, industrialists and philanthropists.
Sports
Ajith thanks Vijay for Chennai Motor Sports City plan
Actor and professional racing driver Ajith Kumar has welcomed Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay’s plan to establish a dedicated Motor Sports City in Chennai, calling the initiative a significant step for the development of motorsport in India.
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Vijay’s Silverstone visit draws Opposition fire over investment push
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay’s ongoing UK visit has triggered a political controversy after his appearance at the Silverstone Motor Racing Circuit, with Opposition parties questioning whether his overseas tour is delivering on its stated investment objectives.
Business
Tiruppur exporters see order boom but battle rising costs
Tiruppur’s knitwear export industry is witnessing strong demand from international markets, particularly the United States and European Union, but exporters are facing mounting cost pressures that are squeezing margins.
Vanni Arasu’s village gets first Govt bus service since Independence
Ayan Reddiapatti, the native village of Tamil Nadu Social Justice Minister Vanni Arasu, has received its first government bus service since Independence, fulfilling a long-standing demand of residents.
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Political ally slams Vijay over gesture targeting Stalin
Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) chief Thol Thirumavalavan has criticised Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay over a gesture made during his recent Assembly speech, saying such conduct was inconsistent with human dignity and democratic decorum.
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Tamil Nadu to build new Secretariat on 25.55 acre in Pattinapakkam
The Tamil Nadu government has formally identified a 25.55-acre site at Foreshore Estate in Pattinapakkam for a new integrated Legislative Assembly and Secretariat complex, bringing Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay’s plan for a modern administrative campus a step closer to implementation.
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Karnataka to move Supreme Court over Cauvery
The Karnataka government is set to approach the Supreme Court challenging the directive requiring it to release 6,000 cusecs of Cauvery water daily to Tamil Nadu for 15 days.