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Mamallapuram sculptors soldier on even as Kancheepuram black granite supply trickles

Mamallapuram's thriving sculpting industry attracts global clients, utilizing black granite from Kancheepuram and neighboring districts for projects.

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Bindu Art School opens a gallery space in Mamallapuram

Werner Dornik's journey from hippie to philanthropist, transforming lives of people with leprosy through art.

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Natural sand excavated from seafront in Mamallapuram; TNSCZMA to take action

TNSCZMA to take action over CRZ violation in Mamallapuram; TNPCB found natural sand dug to 5ft depth along 126m stretch. Show-cause notice to be issued before any directions issued under Section 5.

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The French archaeologist at Mamallapuram

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Planned development is needed to preserve Mamallapuram’s heritage, say panellists

Experts stress need for controlled development of Mamallapuram to preserve its heritage. Sanjay Chugh explains how it can become like Mumbai's Juhu, with more privacy and space. Jerry Kingsley says city is growing towards south, with ECR & Metro Rail developments. V. Baskaran suggests 50% of investments go towards sports…

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Mamallapuram an apt location for development, say experts

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Glow garden at Mamallapuram to have 3D animals, LED flowers, artificial fountain, and water park

Mamallapuram to have glistening glow garden with glowing trees, 3D animals, LED flowers, artificial fountain, selfie points, glow water park, food court, 5D cinema and a small amusement park

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How Chennai, the T.N. capital, has been maintaining its critical importance

Chennai has been the focal point of Tamil territory since the 17th century, despite attempts to find an alternative capital. MGR and Karunanidhi both floated the idea, but it failed. In 1995, Arunachalam proposed Tiruchi as the second capital, but it was not successful. Jayalalithaa proposed a 2,000-acre administrative capital…

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Tourism department to hold kite festival from August 12 to 15 at Mamallapuram

The Tourism department in collaboration with Global Media Box will be hosting the second edition of Tamil Nadu International Kite Festival 2023 from August 12 to 15 at Mamallapuram

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G20 meet at Mamallapuram focusses on financing early-stage climate technologies

Financing early stage climate technologies was one of the key points of discussion at the third meeting of the G20 Sustainable Finance Working Group (SFWG) under the G20 India Presidency that concluded at Mamallapuram on June 21.

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Eliminate gender disparity in data to ensure better policies for women’s participation in labour: W20 summit communique

An important area of the communique that was released on Thursday at the W20 Summit in Mamallapuram near Chennai, called for a focus on women’s education, skill development and labour participation.

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Driving around India in a colourful van: Meet Marielle Wunderink from the Netherlands

Marielle Wunderink from the Netherlands lives out of a van, fragrant with essential oils. Now parked in Mamallapuram, it is popular among visitors and locals alike

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Kite festival gets under way at Mamallapuram

Over 100 kites are to be flown at the event in Mamallapuram

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Chess Olympiad mascot Thambi gets a macho makeover

A new, viral mural by St+art India in Chennai’s Kamaraj Salai gives the Chess Olympiad mascot, Thambi, a macho makeover

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Chess Olympiad to conclude today, MS Dhoni expected at closing ceremony

CHENNAI: The 44th Chess Olympiad held at nearby Mamallapuram will conclude with the 11th and final round and the closing ceremony later on Tuesday.

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Explained | The Chess Olympiad: Where it all began and how India rose to the top

As India puts up a stellar performance at this year’s Chess Olympiad, a look at its journey through the years.

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The rise and rise of chess players

Young stars can now afford to dream of making it big in chess, which was not the case earlier

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Kite fest at Mamallapuram won’t harm birds: TTDC

The TTDC has said that manja or threat will not used and the kites would not harm birds in any way as they tethered to the ground with ropes and will be at a height of 20 to 30 feet

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In Pictures | 44th FIDE Chess Olympiad in Chennai

On July 28, Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared open the 44th FIDE Chess Olympiad. Union Minister of Sports and Youth Affairs Anurag Thakur, Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin, Union Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting L. Murugan, Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi and many others attended the inaugural function.

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Stalin visits Chess Olympiad venue in Mamallapuram

He meets youngest contestant in the tournament

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Chess Olympiad: Red-hot India 'B' team thrashes Estonia 4-0

MAMALLAPURAM: The India 'B' team blanked Estonia 4-0 in the second round of the Open section in the 44th Chess Olympiad here on Saturday.

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Chess Olympiad: Indian teams off to winning starts

MAMALLAPURAM: Indian teams opened their campaigns with easy wins in the Open and women's sections of the 44th Chess Olympiad on Friday. All the six Indian teams (three in Open and three in women's event) won 4-0 over their first round opponents.

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Citing Kashmir, Pakistan pulls out on Chess Olympiad eve

CHENNAI/NEW DELHI: Pakistan raised the Kashmir spectre to pull out of the 44th Chess Olympiad in Mamallapuram on the eve of the event, citing India's torch relay passing through Kashmir on June 21.

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Chennai Chess Olympiad updates | Declaring open the 44th Chess Olympiad, PM Modi says TN is chess powerhouse of India

A gala opening ceremony of the 44th FIDE Chess Olympiad took place at the Nehru Indoor Stadium in Chennai on July 28, 2022. The international event was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in the presence of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin.

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Global chess extravaganza all set to make the opening move

Rahman’s live show will light up the inauguration of the sport’s biggest team event

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