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TN, Maharashtra, Bihar and WB police cite contested law to take down tweets

The Tamil Nadu Police Department has sent X (formerly Twitter) two notices to remove tweets mocking the state government, Chief Minister MK Stalin and Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin. These notices were sent on April 23, 2025, under Section 79(3)(b) of the Information Technology Act, a contested provision.

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South Central Ep 13: Chennai police vs media, Kumbh cover-up, Telangana caste survey

In this episode of South Central, hosts Dhanya Rajendran, Pooja Prasanna and Leena Reghunath are joined by Newslaundry’s Manisha Pande and The News Minute’s Sudipto Mondal and Jahnavi.

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TN SIT’s FIR probe turns personal: Journalists asked about families, assets and foreign travel

The Madras High Court on Tuesday, February 4, criticised the nature of a questionnaire given to four journalists by a Special Investigation Team investigating the Anna University sexual assault case. Justice GK Ilanthiraiyan questioned why the personal details of the journalists were being collected when it was the police who…

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‘Treated like accused persons’: Chennai Press Club slams police SIT for seizing journalists’ phones

The Special Investigation Team investigating the Anna University sexual assault case has seized the mobile phones of at least four journalists who had downloaded the First Information Report pertaining to the case. Seven other journalists have been called in for questioning, according to reports. The SIT is investigating the ‘leak’…

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South Central Ep 8: Nimisha Priya’s death sentence, Anna University sexual assault case

In episode eight, hosts Dhanya Rajendran, Pooja Prasanna and Leena Reghunath are joined by senior journalist Ramya Kannan and Save Nimisha Priya Action Council member Babu John.

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Anna University sexual assault case: NCW forms fact finding committee to probe matter

The National Commission for Women on Saturday constituted a two-member fact finding committee to investigate alleged sexual assault of a 19-year-old student at Anna University in Chennai. Read further on Dynamite News:

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The changing landscape of campus placements in Tamil Nadu

College placement concerns for 2023-24 academic year due to IT industry downturn and changing hiring trends.

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Guvi uses AI to help engineering students develop projects

Naan Mudhalvan Anna University-Guvi Tamil Nadu Coder’s Premier League uses generative AI to empower students in Tamil Nadu.

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By 2050, T.N.’s evergreen forests habitat to dip significantly; thorn forests predicted to increase

Anna University study predicts habitat shifts in Tamil Nadu forests by 2050, impacting carbon sequestration efforts and biodiversity.

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Special buses to be operated to Tancet centre in Tiruchi

A total of 2,865 applicants are slated to take the Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test (Tancet) for postgraduate courses conducted by the Centre for Entrance Examinations, Anna University (CEETA), Chennai for M.B.A, M.C.A, M.E., and M. Tech at the Tiruchi examination centre on March 9 and 10.

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Audit report flags ₹5-crore cash fraud in Anna University, calls for probe

Special audit report reveals fraudulent withdrawal of ₹5 crore at Anna University's UCEK due to gross negligence of officials.

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Anna varsity to train northeast youth in drone technology

Anna University and IIIT Manipur partner to train northeastern youth in drone operations for agricultural and landscape assessment.

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Continued efforts necessary to attain sustainable development goals: Anna University V-C

International conference on sustainable research in health, food, agriculture, and environment management emphasizes collaboration for SDGs.

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U.K. govt., Anna varsity to implement climate compatible growth programme

The UK government partners with Anna University to implement a climate compatible growth program in India, focusing on sustainable energy and circular economy.

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Award for short film made by Attappady tribal children

A short film titled "Missing Chapter" made by students of APJ Abdul Kalam Tribal International Residential School wins accolades at a film festival on child rights.

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Hackathon for engineering students across Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu Skill Development Corporation organizes a hackathon for engineering students to encourage innovation and problem-solving skills.

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Anna University to reduce tuition fee under NRI category

Anna University reduces fees for NRI students from next academic year, with 5% of seats allocated in each branch.

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Anna varsity’s tethered unmanned aerial vehicle gets Indian patent

Anna University's invention, Tethered Aerial Platform, granted Indian patent for 20 years; capable of providing endless endurance, persistent surveillance, aerial observation, fire fighting, VVIP security & more.

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Not just academic excellence, universities should focus on nurturing innovation ecosystem: Venkaiah Naidu

M. Venkaiah Naidu stresses need for universities to focus on innovation, build partnerships with industry. Anna University VC highlights need for AI in ACTech.

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Extra-curricular activities help students identify their uniqueness

Explore college experiences in India, from IIT Madras to MCC, and discover the unique events, activities, and alumni support that help students grow and develop.

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Anna varsity picking up data on flooded areas in city using drones

Anna Univ. officials are using drones to map Cyclone Michaung's destruction in Chennai. Data collected can be used to prevent future flooding. Drones have mapped marshlands, Velachery, and North Chennai, and the data will be useful. Drones can only carry 10-15kg, so helicopters are used to distribute food.

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Anna University asks its dept. heads to clear clutter from building terraces

Anna University recently issued a circular to all heads of departments and centres to remove “condemnable and waste items strewn around in the open terraces” on an “urgent basis” before the end of monsoon.

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Teachers need to relearn ways to teach students of present day, say experts

Teachers learn digital skills to capture students' attention. Andrew Thangaraj, National Coordinator for MOOCs, suggests using 5-min reels. L. Suganthi, Dean of College of Engineering, Anna University, agrees. J. Prakash urges teachers to equip themselves with digital skills. Jagat Bhushan Nadda, CEC Director, launches two-day workshop on digital skills for…

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Anna varsity exam fee hike not applicable this semester: Ponmudy

Anna Univ. exam fee hike not applicable for current semester; 56 ineligible faculty members dismissed from Annamalai Univ. based on Syndicate approval.

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India’s all-inclusive model of growth showcased at G20 summit, says Governor

India's G20 presidency offers an all-inclusive growth model to the world, Gov. Ravi said at a seminar. India leveraged digital tech to achieve this, helping 14 crore people out of poverty. G20 presidency stands for people connect, improving tourism and small businesses. Endogeneity in decision-making and contribution to global discussion…

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