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Cyclone Michaung | Public holiday for Chennai, Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram, Chengalpattu districts on December 4

Tamil Nadu govt declares public holiday in Chennai, Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram & Chengalpattu districts on Dec 4 due to cyclonic storm Michaung. Essential services such as police, fire, local bodies, hospitals, transport, fuel, hotels/restaurants, etc. to remain open.

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Morning Digest | Coastal Tamil Nadu braces for heavy rain as Andhra Pradesh gears up for Michaung landfall, Four States gear up for counting of votes on December 3

The Hindu Morning Digest gives a select list of stories to start the day. Read the top news today on December 03, 2023

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Papering over the caste fault lines in Tamil Nadu

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Cyclone Michaung | Coastal Tamil Nadu braces for heavy rain as Andhra Pradesh gears up for landfall

Depression to develop into Cyclone Michaung, landfall in A.P., the Met office says; preparations under way for rescue, relief, evacuation efforts; fishermen grounded, 144 trains cancelled

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Tamil Nadu fully prepared to handle heavy rainfall, says Minister

TN govt fully prepared for heavy rainfall due to cyclone Michaung; marriage halls, community halls kept ready as relief centres; 5 deaths, 98 cattle, 420 huts damaged; financial compensation swiftly disbursed; 3 lakh electric poles, 15,500 personnel with equipment ready to avoid power cuts.

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Cyclone alert issued to Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry; SCR cancels trains

INCOIS issues alert for rough seas, high waves (4m) along coasts of AP, Odisha, TN and Puducherry due to cyclone. Heavy wind, storm surges and light-heavy rainfall forecast for 3 days. Fisherfolk warned against venturing into sea; 142 trains cancelled.

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Governor meets stakeholders regarding Kashi Tamil Sangamam

Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi interacted with stakeholders from various fields to discuss the second edition of Kashi Tamil Sangamam, a cultural event celebrating the links between Varanasi and Tamil Nadu. PM Modi inaugurated the event last year, which was attended by many from TN.

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Only one family doing well in India, and that is Adanis: Udhayanidhi Stalin

Udhayanidhi Stalin hit back at PM Modi's allegations of nepotism in DMK, saying only Adanis were doing well in India. He highlighted TN govt's schemes benefiting crores of people & criticized CAG report on Union govt's corruption. He urged people to vote out AIADMK in 2021 & return I.N.D.I.A. to…

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Demand for electricity in T.N. increases by more than 7.5% in 10 months

The energy demand in Tamil Nadu increased by more than 7.5%, in the 10-month period from January to October this year, negating the feared impact of the steep power tariff revision effected last year for low- and high-tension consumers

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Depute more police personnel to decongest traffic during heavy rain, CM instructs authorities

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin instructs authorities to depute more police for traffic congestion during heavy rain. He reviews preparatory arrangements in 12 districts for cyclonic storm.

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Stalin unveils statue of Iyothee Thass Pandithar in Chennai

Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin unveils statue of late anti-caste activist Iyothee Thass Pandithar at Gandhi Mandapam. CM praised Pandithar for making 'Tamilan' and 'Dravidan' identities in TN politics. TN govt to implement housing scheme named after Pandithar for SCs. Ministers, MPs, and legislators present at event. Dravidar Kazhagam president…

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T.N. government increases basic pay of staff of co-operative and public sector sugar mills by 35%

Tamil Nadu govt. has issued orders to increase basic pay of co-op and public sector sugar mill workers by 35% and release a “goodwill amount” of ₹40,000-50,000 for permanent workers and ₹32,000-40,000 for seasonal workers till Sep. 2022. Dues since Oct. 2022 to be paid in cash. Panel constituted by…

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Michaung’ cyclone likely to hit train services in Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu

SCR urges passengers to plan journeys as cyclone weather conditions may alter train services in coastal region of A.P. and T.N.. Passengers should contact nearest railway station for enquiries. Monsoon patrolling, watchmen, monitoring of RUBs and necessary arrangements to pump out water have been finalised.

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Cyclone Michaung: Rainfall likely in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Odisha, Andaman

Coastal Andhra Pradesh, north-coastal Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Odisha and the Andaman and the Nicobar Islands are likely to experience rainfall, in varying degrees, as cyclone 'Michaung' is predicted to hit the country's eastern coast. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

Supreme Court: Gov. Ravi can't refer Bills re-passed by TN Assembly to President. Madras HC asked for copy of MoU between TN govt & RPPL. V&AC wing intercepted officer w/ ₹20 lakh in cash, prelim. probe suggested bribe from doctor in Dindigul.

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Supreme Court tells Tamil Nadu Guv and CM to meet and resolve Bills issue

A three-judge bench headed by Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud and also comprising justices JB Pardiwala and Manoj Misra thought it would be appropriate if the Governor invites the Chief Minister. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Tamil Nadu Governor cannot refer re-enacted Bills to President, says Supreme Court

SC accuses TN Governor of exhibiting "constitutional obstinacy" by referring 10 Bills re-enacted by State Assembly to President, after withholding assent. CJI says Governor has only 3 options under Article 200 of Constitution & cannot stultify Bills. AG argues Assembly re-passed Bills as fresh, not re-enacted. SC urges Governor to…

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Free bus travel: caste details will not be collected from women

Tamil Nadu govt. has stopped collecting caste details of women availing free bus travel in urban areas. A survey was being conducted to develop a database on women passenger-beneficiaries. Govt. has set aside ₹2,800 crore for 2023-24 towards reimbursement of the loss due to free travel. Feedback from beneficiaries on…

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Alleged sand loot | Is the ruling DMK in big trouble?

What is the alleged sand mining loot in Tamil Nadu all about? It all began in September this year, when multiple teams of the Directorate of Enforcement (ED) fanned out to over 25 locations, looking for excess sand mining in the mining sites directly controlled by the Water Resources Department.

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Cyclone in Bay a reminder of Ockhi for Kerala, but unlikely to pose major threat

Though the latest cyclone brewing in the Bay of Bengal reminds the State of the devastating Ockhi Cyclone in 2017, which formed in the Bay on November 30 leaving a trail of destruction along the south Indian coast, especially along Kerala and Tamil Nadu, the new cyclone does not pose…

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Water stagnation in Chennai raises doubts over quality of storm-water drains: Annamalai

Tamil Nadu BJP president K. Annamalai claims water stagnation in Chennai due to recent rain raises doubts over quality of storm-water drain work done by govts. He alleges situation unchanged despite change in govts, public questioning use of crores spent on drains. Public paying heavy toll for govt mistakes.

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Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

Tamil Nadu govt. obtains permissions for Formula 4 race; SC exempts Home Secy. & DGP from appearing in HC; Chennai battered by torrential rains; CM Stalin visits Ripon Buildings; two electrocuted in T. Nagar.

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TNSCA on the fast track to produce more IMs, says Manickam

TNSCA is promoting chess in Tamil Nadu with 50 tournaments to help players achieve IM norms & 2400 rating points. So far, 4 norms & 1 2400 rating point achieved. TNSCA aims to produce 10 IMs this year, compared to 1/year in past 60 yrs. TNSCA is showing the way.

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Textile industry in Tamil Nadu worried over losing investments to other States

TN textile industry faces competitive pressure; industry sources call for State govt intervention to reduce costs & modernise to stay competitive. Spinning mill owner in Coimbatore expresses concern of investors moving from TN & garment units looking to outsource orders to cheaper states. Prabhu Dhamodharan of Indian Texpreneurs Federation calls…

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IMD issues moderate rain and thunderstorm warnings for 12 districts in Tamil Nadu for next three hours

IMD issues moderate rain and thunderstorm warnings for Chennai, Chengalpattu, Vellore, Pudukottai and 12 other districts in Tamil Nadu for the next three hours.

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