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AIADMK and BJP split: Diminishing electoral returns a factor | Data

AIADMK snaps ties with BJP-led NDA due to diminishing returns & anti-BJP sentiment in TN. Tables show AIADMK's vote share reduced in 2022 urban local body elections, while DMK's remained same. AIADMK's stronghold in western region had lowest anti-BJP sentiment. Poor transfer of AIADMK's votes to BJP also a factor

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Strike by part-time government school teachers in Tamil Nadu enters ninth day

While a section of the protestors had also embarked on an indefinite fast last week, they suspended it after three days given the health concerns that cropped up. Some protesting teachers were rushed to the hospital during the fast.

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Sharon Raj murder case | Prime accused seeks transfer of trial to Tamil Nadu

Greeshma seeks transfer of Sharon Raj murder trial from Kerala to TN court. She claims offence took place in TN, & conspiracy, procurement & administration of poison also occurred there. Petition submitted to SC for transfer of trial from Neyyattinkara to Nagercoil sessions court.

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The BJP’s gamble in Tamil Nadu

Without the AIADMK, the party may find it difficult to win in at least a few seats

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VCK hopes to set the tone for Lok Sabha election in Tiruchi rally

VCK founder Thirumavalavan brings together leaders of major parties for rally in Tiruchi to mark 25 yrs of electoral politics. INDIA bloc of Opposition parties to participate in rally titled 'Democracy will win'. VCK stands firm in opposition to BJP, calls for united Opposition against it. #VCK #INDIA #BJP #DemocracyWillWin

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Cauvery row: Jala Samrakshana Samiti to continue protest

The protest against the release of Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu will continue till water release is stopped, the Jala Samrakshana Samiti announced on Monday as the members observed a silent protest on Gandhi Jayanthi day.

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Mekedatu project is a remedy to Cauvery dispute between Karnataka, Tamil Nadu: Prasad

Chamarajnagar MP and former Union Minister V. Srinivas Prasad on Monday observed that Mekedatu project is the only solution to the Cauvery water sharing dispute between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. Another dam for impounding surplus Cauvery water is the best possible solution to put an end to the dispute that…

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Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

Madras HC rules minority institutions need not follow reservation rule; BJP TN chief meets NDA leaders; TN CM rewards ISRO scientists; Nilgiris police book bus owner, drivers for fatal crash; AIADMK, AMMK criticise TN govt for hiring bus drivers via private agency.

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Co-optex runs with profit in DMK regime: T.N. Handloom Minister Gandhi

Tamil Nadu Ministers R. Gandhi and K.N. Nehru inaugurated the renovated Co-optex showroom in Salem. After DMK came to power, Co-optex is running in profit. Revenue earned in 2021-22 was ₹9.49 crore, 2022-23 ₹10 crore and 2023-24 ₹22 crore. 500-1000 designs of silk and cotton sarees are available in Co-optex…

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Top developments from Tamil Nadu today

Here are the top news to watch out for from Tamil Nadu today, October 2, 2023

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Study says maximum shortfall of 1,200-1,600 MW in peak demand likely in Jan-Jun ’24

Tamil Nadu to face 114 MU shortfall in power availability, 1,200-1,600 MW peak demand shortfall in Jan-Jun 2024: SRLDC study. TN to see highest energy consumption in South; peak demand of 19,387 MW, daily consumption of 423.785 MU on April 20. Over-loading in Chennai, Tiruchi, Hosur, Arasur, Karaikudi, Coimbatore, Madurai…

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As many as 86 bird species found in Tamil Nadu found to be in ‘rapid decline’, says nationwide report

Tamil Nadu birds in decline: 86 species face rapid decrease; inadequate data hampers detailed regional report.

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Tamil Nadu Governor takes part in beach cleaning activity

Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi participated in the mass beach cleaning activity along with fishermen and students at Nainar Kuppam near Uthandi in Chengalpattu district on Sunday

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Tamil Nadu’s senior-most DGP Braj Kishore Ravi quits

DGP Braj Kishore Ravi retires to join Congress party & contest Lok Sabha election from Bihar. He stood 2nd in UPSC empanelment of DGPs. Karuna Sagar, a 1991-batch IPS officer, recently joined RJD & is national spokesperson.

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Tamil Nadu: Farmer association stage protest on railway track over Cauvery water row

The National South Indian River Interlinking Farmers Association held a protest on a railway track in Trichy on Sunday, demanding the release of the Cauvery water in Tamil Nadu. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Tamil Nadu: 9 killed, several injured after tourist bus falls into gorge in Nilgiris

The bus was on its way from Coonoor to Tenkasi when it met with the accident. The passengers who were onboard the bus were returning home from a tour in Ooty. Read further on Dynamite News:

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National Medical Commission’s latest order on seat allocation viewed as unfair to southern States

The National Medical Commission decision to allocate medical seats according to population is turning into a southern States versus the Centre debate. The order comes into effect from the next academic year.

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PE-VC investments in Tamil Nadu-based firms decrease in Q3 2023

PE-VC funds invested $338M in TN-based cos in Q3 2023, a 21.76% decline from Q2. Angel investments also fell to 5 deals from 24 in Q2. Nationally, PE-VC funds invested $6B across 139 deals in Q3 2023, a 15% & 49% decline from same period in 2022 & Q2 2023…

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MSMEs in Tamil Nadu to continue protests against high power costs

MSMEs in Tamil Nadu will stage protests on October 4 against high power costs. Talks with Tamil Nadu government on September 29 did not yield results.

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Kerala to hold talks with Tamil Nadu govt. for opening Mulli route to Ooty

CM Pinarayi Vijayan promises talks w/TN govt to open Mulli route for Kerala tourists. TN govt has denied permission at Mulli for vehicles from Kerala. CPI(M) organised march & dharna at Mulli demanding reopening. State govt renovated road from Attappady to Mulli & promised completion of new block at Palakkad…

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Two held while transporting 250 kg of marijuana

SOT nabs 2 men smuggling 250 kg marijuana to Hyderabad, other states; uncle's drug case led to arrest.

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Second season of flower show inaugurated in the Nilgiris

Tamil Nadu Tourism Minister K. Ramachandran inaugurated the second season in the Nilgiris at the Government Botanical Garden (GBG) in Udhagamandalam. 21,500 potted, flowering plants were arranged to promote 'Go Green' and 7,500 plants to commemorate the Chandrayaan-3 lunar mission. 21 lakh people have visited GBG this year, with 3…

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Emergency loading dose at PHCs, HSCs helps save lives: T.N. Health Minister Ma. Subramanian

TN Health Minister Ma. Subramanian announced that emergency loading dose stocked in rural health facilities saved lives in remote locations. On World Heart Day, he shared the success of 'Idhayam Kaapom' program, which provides first-aid to heart patients. Chief Minister M.K. Stalin advised stocking 14 drugs including Aspirin in all…

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Tamil Nadu: Lakhs of devotees throng Arunachaleswarar temple at Tiruvannamalai for 'Pournami Girivilam'

More than 5 lakh devotees thronged Arunachaleswarar temple to attend 'Pournami Girivilam' in Tamil Nadu's Tiruvannamalai on Friday. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Karnataka bandh over Cauvery issue disrupts normal life in Bengaluru and southern parts of state

The Karnataka bandh called by the 'Kannada Okkoota' to oppose release of water to Tamil Nadu received a good response in Bengaluru and other southern parts of the State on Friday, disrupting normal life. Read further on Dynamite News:

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