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After Madurai fire tragedy, Indian Railways tightens safety rules

Indian Railways tightens safety rules for private trains/coaches; IRCTC to provide food, security checks to prevent inflammable items. Passengers must order food through IRCTC or use pantry cars with flameless cooking facilities. CRIS and IRCTC to develop option to upload passenger manifest 24 hrs before departure. Boarding/deboarding of passengers to…

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Over 200 Vinayaka idols immersed in Vaigai in Madurai

Hindu Munnani flagged off procession of over 200 Lord Vinayaka idols in Madurai's Masi Streets for immersion in Vaigai. Police deployed security along route, including two mosques. Commissioner Loganathan supervised. Idols immersed in pit near Petchiammanpadithurai. Avaniyapuram procession of 22 idols.

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What really happened in the 1956 Madurai event, involving Annadurai and Muthuramalinga Thevar

BJP's Annamalai claimed Annadurai apologised to Thevar after he was incensed over certain remarks. Perusal of The Hindu reports reveals Thevar condemned organisers for providing platform to communal orgs & Annadurai spoke on public speaking. Thevar was allowed to speak & CR's remarks on Aryans & Dravidians were criticised. Thevar…

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Tirunelveli – Chennai Vande Bharat train service to commence on September 24

PM Modi to flag off Tirunelveli-Chennai Vande Bharat Express on September 24. Train to depart Tirunelveli at 6am, arrive Chennai 1.50pm. Return journey to leave Chennai 2.50pm, arrive Tirunelveli 10.40pm (except Tuesdays). Average speed 83.30km/hr, 652.49km in 7.5hrs.

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Madras HC stays order of single bench permitting sale of idols made of plaster of paris

MADURAI: Granting stay on the operation of the order passed by a single bench which had directed the authorities not to prevent a man from selling idols made of plaster of paris in Tirunelveli district, Madras high court in a special sitting on Sunday made it clear that there shall…

The Times of India

I have always stood for issues which threatened public than electoral politics, says Vaiko

MDMK leader Vaiko said he had always fought for issues threatening mankind, such as Mullaiperiyar dam, Neutrino project & Sterlite Copper Plant. He recalled leading a padayatra from Madurai to the dam & the fight against Sterlite. He admitted his fire was missing due to recovering from COVID-19, but the…

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MDMK conference in Madurai conference to demand probe into alleged malpractices by BJP

MDMK's Vaiko calls for probe into alleged malpractices in Union govt's schemes; demands NEET exemption, AIIMS in Madurai. Conference condemns Centre's unilateral move to appoint search panel for 3 TN univs & BJP's hidden agenda to rename India. Urges public to vote for I.N.D.I.A. alliance to restore lost sheen of…

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Thangachimadam, a village where the famous Madurai malli takes birth

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Empty coach derails at Madurai yard

No casualties reported. Railways have ordered an inquiry into the incident. At Madurai railway yard, an empty coach of Coimbatore-Madurai Express derailed Wed. night. Two sets of wheels slipped from track. No casualties reported. Railways ordered inquiry.

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Vilachery artisans in Madurai see a slight increase in price of Ganesha idols

M. Ramalingam, senior artisan, said that this year the business has been good. Though prices have increased from last year, the sales have also improved.

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T.N. Minister Moorthy dismisses AIADMK MLA’s allegation; says T.N. govt has been impartial in providing funds to all constituencies

The Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has been providing funds to all the 234 Assembly Constituencies in the State and there was no partiality in disbursal as claimed by some of the AIADMK MLAs, said TN Registration and Commercial Taxes Minister P Moorthy

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SCR second south pilgrim special begins journey

South Central Railway's 'Divya Dakshin Yatra' train has begun journey from Secunderabad station. Passengers can visit Rameswaram, Tiruvannamalai, Madurai, Kanniyakumari, Tiruvananthapuram, Tiruchy and Thanjavur. Boarding/de-boarding is offered at 8 stations in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.

The Hindu

Armed gang attacks DMK functionary in Bengaluru

Gang of armed attackers assaulted 53-yr-old DMK functionary, V.K. Gurusamy, at a hotel in Kammanahalli. He had come to discuss renting a house with a real estate agent. Attackers fled after causing multiple injuries. CCTV footage collected to identify attackers. Two special teams formed, one sent to Madurai to investigate…

The Hindu

Renovation work underway at Madurai’s Thirumalai Nayak Mahal

Thirumalai Nayak Mahal, built 1635, undergoing major renovation. Private contractor restoring heritage structure, Archaeological Dept. aiming to complete project by March 2024. Over ₹8 crore allocated for refurbishing Palliarai & Nadaga Salai, traditional masons from Ettayapuram using lime mortar & 'Kadukkai juice' to restore fabric. Replacing broken stone flooring, sourcing…

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HR&CE Department concedes it constructed its offices on temple lands across Tamil Nadu

HR&CE Dept. admits to constructing offices on temple lands; promises to reimburse construction costs & pay fair rent from govt. funds. Amounts of ₹2.82L, ₹98L, ₹75L, ₹20L & ₹21.80L to be reimbursed to temples in Mayiladuthurai, Madurai, Tiruchi, Salem & Tirunelveli respectively. Arrears of rent to be paid to Tiruchendur…

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High Court seeks status report on AIIMS in Madurai

Madras HC seeks status report on AIIMS Madurai. Bench seeks tender details, progress on project. Petitioner sought direction to Centre to expedite construction. HC had earlier said it expected Centre to establish AIIMS within 36 months. Hearing adjourned till Oct 13.

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Madurai City Police recover 815 grams of stolen gold jewellery, arrest one

Madurai City Police have cracked a burglary case within a fortnight and recovered 815 grams of gold jewellery stolen from a lodge room in West Masi Street. Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh

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Cancel Madurai Collector’s order or face protest, says doctors association

SDPGA condemns Madurai Collector's order appointing officers from other departments to monitor PHCs, warns of protests if not withdrawn. Association urges Health Secretary to cancel order and advise Collectors to ensure such orders don't happen again, citing lack of medical officers and ridiculing of doctors. Chennai

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High Court disposes of petition on extraction of water from borewells in Thoothukudi

Madurai HC: In absence of any statute, no prohibitory orders can be passed against borewell owners for extracting water. PIL filed by A. Balamaniraj of Allikulam, TN, due to illegal transportation of water, groundwater table was going down. No legislation to regulate extraction of water in TN except Chennai, Kancheepuram…

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Paranur toll gate collection stands testimony to BJP model of corruption, says Madurai MP

Madurai MP Su. Venkatesan has expressed shock over the CAG report, which had said that 53% of the vehicles that passed the Paranur toll gate near Chennai belonged to VIPs

The Hindu

Velankanni shrine festival begins

The annual festival of the Shrine of Our Lady of Velankanni at Anna Nagar in Madurai began with flag-hoisting on Tuesday.

The Hindu

Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

Five persons from Uttar Pradesh arrested in connection with Madurai train fire; jailed Minister V. Senthilbalaji produced before Special Court; UPS Technology Centre inaugurated in Chennai by CM M.K. Stalin. Arrested accused accused of carrying inflammable articles; court extends Minister's remand till Sept 15; CM hails UPS' decision to set…

The Hindu

Man arrested for posing as motor vehicle inspector near Jolarpet town

34-yr-old man from Madurai posing as MVI arrested in Tirupattur. Collected 'fine' from educational institutions citing offences. Accomplices fled when RTO & police arrived. Teams formed to nab them. Case filed by Vaniyambadi taluk police. Selvakumar arrested.

The Hindu

Fire in coach: Five from Uttar Pradesh arrested in Madurai by Tamil Nadu Railway Police

Five persons from Uttar Pradesh arrested for fire in Madurai coach that killed nine. Accused charged with carrying inflammable articles, Section 304 (2) of IPC and Section 285 of IPC. Rubber pipe of cylinder leaked, gas spread, fresh cylinder exploded due to pressure. Accused produced before court, remanded till Sept…

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Anakapalli’s Nookalamma temple to be remodelled like Madurai’s Meenakshi temple

Nookambika temple in Anakapalli to be remodelled like Meenakshi temple in Madurai. Rs. 6.55 cr project to expand Garbhaalayam & Antharaalayam, use black stone for longer lifespan. Devotees from AP & Odisha visit for month-long Jatara. Redevelopment to preserve ancient glory & cater to increasing crowd.

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