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'Bad For Business': Gulf States Scramble To Avert Wider War

Gulf states are grappling with the widening Middle East conflict as hostilities between Iran and Israel threaten their security and ambitious plans to reshape their economies.

International Business Times

Non-resident Keralites will have a say in the voting patterns for Lok Sabha polls

The Hindu

2023 witnessed surge in BFSI-dominated, GCC-oriented transactions in Chennai, says study

Chennai sees a 176% surge in Global Capability Centre office transactions, solidifying its position as a preferred GCC destination.

The Hindu

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Don’t show hostility towards resident associations if they use public buildings for holding functions, Madras High Court tells civic bodies

Madras High Court advises GCC to not lock public buildings used by residents for community activities.

The Hindu

Election around the corner

Elector count rises by 32,989 in Chennai ahead of Lok Sabha Election 2024, with awareness activities and accessibility improvements underway.

The Hindu

Madras High Court concedes defeat in preventing illegal constructions due to money power, but says it will continue the fight

Madras High Court laments failure to prevent illegal constructions due to money power, vows to continue fight.

The Hindu

Audit report highlights issues causing revenue loss in Greater Chennai Corporation

Audit report highlights revenue loss issues in Greater Chennai Corporation, including unfruitful expenditure and non-collection of charges.

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Spell out action taken against construction without planning permission, Madras HC directs Greater Chennai Corporation

Madras High Court questions Chennai Corporation's action against illegal construction and noise pollution caused by a private hospital.

The Hindu

As fair price shops say no more flood relief forms, many still to submit

Residents disappointed as deadline for flood relief application forms passes at local fair price shops.

The Hindu

People confused, anguished over flood relief norms

Residents of Chennai affected by Cyclone Michaung question why tokens were not given & why sugar card holders not getting relief. Eligibility criteria & procedure for relief discussed.

The Hindu

A time-honoured connect that will help bridge the Gulf

Oman is a crucial pillar of India’s West Asia policy, with their multi-faceted engagement taking on a more strategic shape in recent decades

The Hindu

Gloves, masks provided regularly to sanitary workers: Chennai Corporation tells Madras High Court

GCC Commissioner J. Radhakrishnan informs Madras High Court of protective gear provided to sanitary workers, but some choose not to wear it.

The Hindu

Clogging of waterways due to plastics and other wastes, one of the reasons for flooding in Chennai, say Madras High Court judges

Madras HC expresses displeasure over poor implementation of waste segregation at source in GCC limits; notes clogging of waterways due to plastics & other wastes was one of reasons for flooding. Judges said only reports being filed in court on plastic eradication with nothing much happening on ground. MD of…

The Hindu

DPH urges civic body to stock medicines for beneficiaries

DPH directs GCC to ensure immunisation schedule for children under RBSK is taken up during post-cyclone recovery; mobile medical units to conduct fever clinics & watch out for rain-related ailments; GCC to provide medicines for Makkalai Thedi Maruthuvam scheme & procure drugs from TNMSC for urban health centres.

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Qatar emir condemns ‘genocide’ in Gaza, urges ceasefire at GCC summit

Leaders of six Gulf countries and Turkey meet in Qatar, with Israel’s war on Gaza at the top of the agenda.

The Guardian - UK

Emmanuel Macron says Israel must define more precisely its Gaza aims

French president says there is no lasting security for Israel if it comes at the cost of Palestinian lives

The Hindu

Nine senior IAS officers deputed to supervise relief operations

TN govt deputes 9 IAS officers to monitor, supervise cyclone/rain rescue & relief ops in GCC, Avadi & Tambaram MCs. Public can contact helplines 1913, 25619206/207/208 for Chennai, 18004254355 & 18004251600 for Tambaram & 18004255109 for Avadi. Dial 102/104 in case of difficulty.

The Hindu

17 IAS officers to coordinate precautionary and relief measures

Govt posts 17 IAS officers to coordinate Cyclone Michaung relief ops in Chennai. Officers assigned to 15 GCC zones, Tambaram & Avadi MCs.

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Chennai Corporation braces for heavy rain; deploys pumps in flood-prone areas

Chennai Corp. has taken steps to prepare for heavy rains: 650 pumps, 8 heavy duty diesel-operated pumps, 184 tractor-driven pumps, 190 power saws, 6 tree pruning machines, 61 telescopic pruners, 4 robotic multi-purpose excavators, 162 multi-hazard shelters, 30 lines on helpline 1913. Officers instructed to coordinate with other depts., councillors,…

The Hindu

Chennai, nearby districts to get heavy rain from December 2 to 4

CM Stalin visits Ripon Buildings to assess GCC's cyclone preparedness. 1913 helpline to be increased from 10 to 20 connections. North TN, particularly coastal region, to receive heavy rain Dec 2-4. Cyclone likely to form in Bay of Bengal on Sunday, move closer to TN/AP coasts. Orange-coded warning issued; some…

Newcastle Herald

Hunter's Greater Cities Commission hopes die, so what's next

The region appears no closer to finding housing solutions.

The Hindu

A.P. to set up Araku Coffee processing unit

Chief Sec. Reddy directs officials to prepare project report for Araku Coffee processing unit. Govt. giving priority to promote Araku Coffee. Saplings distributed to tribals in 11 mandals. GCC purchasing, processing & selling coffee through retail outlets. Reddy suggests imparted skills in processing & marketing, enter agreements with big companies…

The Hindu

AG’s office celebrates Audit Week with cycle rally

AG Chennai celebrated Audit Week with a 24-km cycle rally, flagged off by Health Minister Ma. Subramanian. On Tuesday, a rangoli contest and quiz contest for students of Class 10-12 will be held. Prizes will be distributed by GCC Commissioner J. Radhakrishnan and the closing ceremony will be attended by…

The Hindu

GCC Vice Chairman takes stock on market potential for non-timber forest products

GCC Vice Chairman Suresh Kumar took stock of market potential for turmeric, tamarind and shikakai sold by VDVK in Rampachodavaram and Chintoor mandals. Koya and Konda Reddi tribes engage in value-added and processing activities of these non-timber forest products. Suresh Kumar inquired about potential and challenges during processing and packing…

The Hindu

Madras High Court orders demolition of Vilayattu Vinayagar Temple at Ranganathan Street junction in Chennai

Madras HC permits GCC, Southern Railway to demolish Vilayattu Vinayagar Temple on govt land; orders idols to be shifted to another place within 15 days. GCC plans to build skywalk, staircase & escalator. Temple & tenants' writ petitions dismissed; temple argued no authority over govt property, but Bench refused to…

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