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First heavy showers in city this Northeast monsoon leave parts of city flooded

Heavy rain in Chennai caused flooding in many areas, disrupting power supply and train services. 18 of 34 locations monitored recorded over 75 mm of rain. Minister P.K. Sekarbabu inspected Kolathur pumping station, which recorded 15 cm of rain in 90 mins. Schools in Chennai, Tiruvallur and Kancheepuram declared holiday.

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Coastal areas of T.N. may brace for more rain till weekend as a cyclonic storm is brewing over the Bay of Bengal

Rainfall expected in coastal areas of Tamil Nadu till weekend; may become intense on December 2 and 3. Active monsoon likely to reduce rain gap in many districts. Chennai may receive moderate rains on Thursday

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Stalin to unveil statue of Iyothee Thass Pandithar on December 1

CM Stalin to unveil statue of Dalit rights activist Iyothee Thass Pandithar at Gandhi Mandapam, Chennai on Dec 1. Costing ₹2.49 crore, it honours his multi-faceted personality & contribution to social reforms in South India. #DravidaPeroli #SocialReforms

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Tamil Nadu signs MoUs for investments worth over ₹5,500 crore

TN govt's Investment Conclave in Chennai saw 293 MoUs signed, proposing ₹5,566.92 cr investment. It will create jobs for 26,477 people & help TN become $1 trn economy by 2030. 241 proposals for ₹2,97,196 cr have been attracted since DMK came to power.

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First heavy showers of Northeast monsoon leave parts of Chennai flooded

A Meteorological department official said Chennai and nearby regions in northern coastal Tamil Nadu experienced heavy rainfall.

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Chennai races for Nov. 30 and Dec. 1 cancelled

The stewards of the Madras Race Club decided to cancel the 12th and 13th day of the Chennai races scheduled to be held on Thursday (Nov. 30) and Friday (Dec. 1) due to incessant rains rendering the race track not conducive for racing, according to a press release from the club.

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Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

Justices direct TN govt to submit permissions for Formula 4 race around Island Grounds in Chennai. PIL filed against race on roads near Army, Navy establishments. Health condition of DMDK founder Vijayakant mildly deteriorated, requiring pulmonary support. TN CM Stalin takes dig at AIADMK Ministers for not helping to set…

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'Bharat Gaurav' food poisoning incident: Meals not supplied by railway staff or IRCTC staff, say officials

At least 40 passengers travelling on the Bharat Gaurav Yatra Special package train from Chennai to Palitana in Gujarat suffered food poisoning allegedly after consuming meals onboard. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Mild deterioration in DMDK leader Vijayakant’s health

Vijayakant, founder of DMDK, admitted to MIOT Hospital in Chennai on Nov 18, has had mild deterioration in health condition over past 24 hrs, requiring pulmonary support. Doctors remain confident he will make full recovery, with estimated stay in hospital of another 14 days.

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Chennai’s Bonsai enthusiasts are all set to tell us about this ancient Japanese art form

Bodhi, Chennai’s bonsai assoc., unites passionate members to explore & learn ancient Japanese art. On Dec 1-3, they’re hosting an exhibition & workshop to share knowledge & create awareness. Entry free, workshop Rs 2,000. 9840273708 for details. #bonsai #nature #art

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Chennai hosts the immersive Van Gogh experience with an art café and Infinity Room

The Real Van Gogh immersive experience finally comes to Chennai, with a Van Gogh-themed art cafe and an Infinity Room as bonus experiences

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Tamil Nadu: 21 fishermen reach Chennai today after being released from Sri Lanka prisons

A total of 64 fishermen who belong to Rameshwaram and Mandapam were arrested in three separate arrests by the Sri Lankan Navy, allegedly for cross-border fishing in the month of October. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Formula 4 night street race in Chennai | Madras High Court directs government to produce all permissions obtained for its conduct

Madras HC directs TN govt to produce permission for Formula 4 night race on 3.7 km circuit around Island Grounds. AG states race will take place b/w 4-8pm on Sat & Sun, safety precautions taken for spectators & noise breakers installed to prevent disturbance.

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Ahead of Lok Sabha polls, AIADMK makes efforts to retrieve lost ground in Chennai

AIADMK leader Palaniswami has tasked his colleagues to take urgent steps to revive the party in Chennai for 2021 Lok Sabha polls. He hopes to reduce the margin of defeat from 2019 and 2021 elections, and regain support of religious minorities.

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Chennai elevated bypass to be re-laid

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Telugu version of names of places in Chennai

V. Sriram has come to disbelieve folklore accounts of Chennai/Madras and localities within the metropolis. He has been asked why he ignores Telugu versions of the city's history. He admits he cannot read, write, or speak Telugu, but agrees there is a treasure trove of history in Indian languages. He…

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Kodanad dacoity-cum-murder case: businessman appears before CB-CID SIT

SIT of Crime Branch-CID records statement of businessman G. Sivakumar in 2017 dacoity-cum-murder case at Jayalalithaa's Kodanad estate. Sivakumar alerted 108 ambulance services to accident near Attur in Salem district in which key accused Kanagaraj died. Sivakumar, son of retired IPS officer, witnessed accident while travelling from Chennai to Tiruppur.…

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Sabarimala pilgrim killed after car rams a van in Idukki

68-yr-old Sabarimala pilgrim killed, 3 injured in Idukki car-van collision. Venkatesh, from West Tambaram, Chennai, was returning from pilgrimage when car rammed van near IHRD College in Kuttikkanam. Driver suspected to have dozed off. 8-yr-old boy in car escaped without injuries. Injured shifted to Kottayam Medical College; body handed over…

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Vande Bharat special train to run on Wednesdays till December 27

South Western Railway has decided to run Vande Bharat Express special between Chennai-Mysuru-Chennai on every Wednesday till December 27 to clear extra rush of passengers.

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Aavin’s milk sales go up, cross 15 lakh litres per day, says Minister

.Under Minister T. Mano Thangaraj, Aavin has increased milk sales from 14.30 lakh litre/day to 15 lakh litre/day in Chennai. Sales of milk products have risen from ₹1.52 crore/day to ₹2.40 crore/day. Aavin has introduced Delite, a new variant with 3.5% fat, 8.5% SNF, Vitamin A & D, priced at…

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Delegation from Japan’s Kochi Prefecture visits Chennai to explore potential tie-ups

Delegation from Kochi Prefecture, Japan visits Chennai to explore potential tie-ups. Aim to build business and people to people relationship. Kochi Prefecture has niche technology, abundant water, agriculture and marine industries. Disaster management is key focus area. Presentations made on agriculture, paper industry, tourism and disaster management. India-Japan ties growing,…

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Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin unveiled V.P. Singh statue at Chennai's Presidency College. Akhilesh Yadav and family members of the former PM were present. Stalin urged Centre to conduct caste census along with population census. PMK president Anbumani Ramadoss urged TN govt to investigate death of patient at Tiruvarur hospital due…

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Tamil Nadu: CM Stalin and SP Chief Akhilesh Yadav unveil statue of former PM VP Singh in Chennai

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin alongwith Samajwadi Party Supremo and former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav on Monday unveiled the statue of the former Prime Minister VP Singh. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Unveiling V.P. Singh’s statue in Chennai, Stalin reiterates demand for caste census

CM M.K. Stalin unveiled a statue of former PM V.P. Singh in Chennai on Mon. Akhilesh Yadav and family members of the PM were present. A function was organised at Kalaivanar Arangam, where dignitaries will speak.

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North Chennai sees surge in real estate development

North Chennai is witnessing a surge in real estate development due to expansion of Chennai Metro, ongoing infrastructure projects, availability of affordable land, presence of e-commerce segment and Grade A developments. Prices range from ₹5,000 to ₹15,000 per sq ft. Challenges include water shortages, inadequate drainage and lack of recreational…

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