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It will take time for water to recede from localities near marshlands, says Minister E.V. Velu

Minister Velu distributes aid in Madipakkam and Velachery, noting the DMK govt. had not granted permission to build homes near marshlands. He states the current govt. is ensuring safety of residents and providing aid. He adds people are satisfied with CM Stalin's work, who directed him to visit waterlogged areas…

The Hindu · Dec 9, 2023

Why Chennai floods every year, and why no government will solve it

When the water recedes, leaving death and destruction in its wake, there’s only one question – why does Chennai flood, year after year, and why is nothing done about it?

Newslaundry · Dec 7, 2023

T.N. Rains | AIADMK slams DMK government, calls it “incompetent” to tackle waterlogging in Chennai

AIADMK's Palaniswami & Sasikala accuse DMK of being "incompetent" to tackle rains in Chennai. Palaniswami calls for party workers to help rain-hit people. Sasikala says people not benefitting from 178 DMK councillors & calls for govt to provide basic facilities after property tax hike.

The Hindu · Nov 30, 2023

Panneerselvam, Dhinakaran criticise DMK govt. over Aavin green milk packets

O. Panneerselvam and T.T.V. Dhinakaran both criticised the DMK govt. for its decision to stop the supply of Aavin milk green packets. Panneerselvam rejected the claim that green packets lacked patronage and argued 40% of customers opted for them. He questioned if the plan would lead to a price rise…

The Hindu · Nov 23, 2023

AIADMK questions need for special Assembly session to readopt Bills when case is pending in Supreme Court

. Opposition Leader Palaniswami questions need for special session to readopt Bills, Gov. Ravi had withheld assent. Water Resources Minister Duraimurugan says Gov. now has no choice but to grant assent. Palaniswami blames DMK for inconsistency in stand on V-C appointments. CM Stalin says changes needed since convention not followed…

The Hindu · Nov 18, 2023

Governor’s act is illegal, anti-people and against sovereignty of Assembly, says Chief Minister Stalin

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin accuses Governor of illegal, anti-people actions, says he should act as bridge between State and Centre; AIADMK, BJP stage walkout; CM says Governor teaching wrong lessons, expressing opinion against Tamil culture.

The Hindu · Nov 18, 2023

DMK rule the worst in Tamil Nadu history, says Annamalai

BJP State President K. Annamalai slams DMK govt. for detaining farmers protesting land acquisition. Accuses Ministers of "collective loot" & "fooling" people. Alleges TN has not seen "worst rule" in its history. Claims DMK's governance should be named "Tasmac model".

The Hindu · Nov 17, 2023

Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

AIADMK's Edappadi K. Palaniswami warns DMK govt of protest if cases against seven farmers not withdrawn. Conservationists lament seventh elephant death due to electrocution in Gudalur Forest Range. TN govt informs Madras HC of action against officials in 2018 police firing case; seeks status of criminal prosecution by Dec 11.

The Hindu · Nov 17, 2023

Focus Tamil Nadu | Why is Tamil Nadu’s fact check unit being opposed?

Last month, the DMK government in Tamil Nadu quietly issued an order, setting up a fact check unit (FCU) in Chennai, which will comprise 80 staff members, including a Mission Director, who shall be paid a salary of Rs. 3 lakhs.

The Hindu · Nov 9, 2023

Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

Madras HC upholds TN Act on online gambling, TN Health Minister urges Centre to allow additional counselling for PG medical seats, AIADMK GS urges DMK govt to announce Deepavali bonus & ex-gratia for cooperative bank & primary agricultural society workers.

The Hindu · Nov 9, 2023