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Residents of Velapadi village protest against garbage dumping on irrigation tank, block Arani-Vandavasi Road

Residents of Velapadi village protest against garbage dumping on vital irrigation tank, leading to road blockage and police intervention.

The Hindu · Apr 23, 2024

Over 73 per cent polling recoded in Vellore, Arani, Arakkonam, Tiruvannamalai LS constituencies

Vellore Lok Sabha constituency records high voter turnout with special assistance for senior citizens and persons with disabilities.

The Hindu · Apr 19, 2024

In Arani, rail network, road connectivity issues call for attention

Arani Lok Sabha constituency faces challenges with rail connectivity, infrastructure projects, and hopes for progress in upcoming elections.

The Hindu · Apr 16, 2024

SETC to operate buses from Tamabaram and Poonamallee termini ahead of Ayudha Puja

SETC to operate express buses from Tambaram MEPZ & Poonamallee to decongest Koyambedu. Buses to Tiruvannamalai, Vandavasi, Senji, Panruti, Vadalur, Chidambaram, Vellore, Arani, Arcot, Thirupathur, Kancheepuram, Hosur, Tiruttani, Puducherry, Cuddalore, Kumbakonam, Thanjavur, Velankanni, Tiruchi, Madurai, Tirunelveli. SETC to ease congestion at Koyambedu ahead of Ayudha Pooja.

The Hindu · Oct 19, 2023

Vellore police return missing phones to its owners

Vellore police handed over 210 lost mobiles worth ₹40.47 lakh to their owners. The initiative was part of the Cell Tracker Whatsapp Unit, which allows people to register complaints of stolen/missing phones. Most of the owners were from various places including Bengaluru, Chennai, Arani, Vellore and West Bengal. Police had…

The Hindu · Oct 10, 2023

Heavy showers bring respite from heat in Vellore and nearby districts

Heavy rain brings relief to Vellore and neighbouring towns. Schools closed, low-lying areas inundated, power cuts due to strong winds. Highest rainfall in Tiruvannamalai (288mm), followed by Ranipet (359.1mm) and Vellore (101.2mm). Processions allowed in Ambur, Arakkonam, Vandavasi, Arcot, Gudiyatham, and Arani. Heavy rain brings relief to Vellore and neighbouring…

The Hindu · Sep 21, 2023

Rain lashes Vellore, nearby districts

Heavy rains bring relief to Vellore districts; Ranipet receives highest rainfall of 331.8 mm. Residents rejoice as monsoon brings respite from heat. Areas like Katpadi, Kaveripakkam, Pannapakkam, Ammoor, Kalavai, Arani, Jamunamarathur, Polur, Tiruvannamalai town, Kilpennathur, Thandarampattu, Pernambut, Gudiyatham, Vellore Old Town, Bagayam, Sathuvachari, Vaniyambadi, Ambur, Alangayam receive heavy showers.

The Hindu · Aug 27, 2023

Thimiri town in Ranipet to get first bus terminus

Ranipet's Thimiri town to get new bus terminus, 80% of facility complete. Collector S. Valarmathi inspected the ongoing work & asked TNSTC to list buses halting inside. Foundation stone laid by Minister R. Gandhi in April last year. Terminus on Arcot-Arani Main Road, 2.08 acres, ₹4 crore, waiting hall, bus…

The Hindu · Aug 6, 2023

A sub-jail in Arani town built by Marathas to be restored soon

Restore Tiruvanamalai sub-jail: Built by Maratha Jagirdar in 1825, the colonial building will be renovated at a cost of ₹20 lakh. Traditional brick and lime mortar methods will be used to fix water seepage, cracks and vegetation. 13 personnel will be employed to manage the facility, which can hold 17…

The Hindu · Jul 23, 2023

Forest Range office in Arani may get its own building

Tiruvannamalai's Forest Range Office, once a stable for British army horses, will soon get a new building. The District Forest Officer has requested the Collector to transfer 0.28 hectares of land for the ₹20 lakh project. The office, located on the 1850 palace premises, has one room and is in…

The Hindu · Jul 12, 2023