Death toll climbs to 40 after stampede at political rally for popular actor Vijay in southern India The death toll from a stampede at a political rally in Tamil Nadu, India, has reached 40 The Independent UK · Sep 28, 2025
Vijay’s Karur rally tragedy leaves at least 39 dead, TVK functionaries booked An FIR has been filed against Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) functionaries in connection with the Karur stampede that has claimed 39 lives so far. The case has been registered against Madhiazhagan, TVK’s district secretary for Karur North; Bussy Anand, the party’s general secretary; CTR Nirmal Kumar, joint general secretary; and… Newslaundry · Sep 28, 2025
Stampede at a political rally for popular actor Vijay in southern India kills 36, injures 40 The health minister in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu says a stampede at a rally for a popular actor and politician has killed at least 36 people and injured 40 others The Independent UK · Sep 28, 2025
Chennai Air Show: "All 5 people die to excessive heat in an incident Tamil Nadu Health Minister Ma Subramanian on Monday confirmed that five people had lost their lives due to the after effects of excessive heat during the Air Force Air show in Chennai on Sunday. Dynamite News · Oct 7, 2024
State government has provided 200 dialysis units across TN, says Health Minister Health Minister announces over 200 dialysis units provided to government hospitals in Salem district by DMK government. The Hindu · Mar 11, 2024
T.N. Health Minister lays foundation stone for facilities worth ₹256 crore in medical colleges, hospitals Tamil Nadu Health minister lays foundation for Rs. 256 crore buildings at Government Stanley Hospital, increasing facilities and surgeries for North Chennai. The Hindu · Mar 6, 2024
Pulse polio immunisation campaign in T.N. on March 3 Chennai intensifies pulse polio campaign for children under five, inaugurates 700-bed hospital in Nagapattinam. The Hindu · Mar 2, 2024
Health officials from Australia visit Rajiv Gandhi Government General Hospital Australian health officials visit Rajiv Gandhi Government General Hospital, State Health Minister announces new healthcare facilities in India. The Hindu · Feb 23, 2024
Counselling for 1,021 doctors for 20 health unit districts in Tamil Nadu complete: Health Minister Ma. Subramanian Counselling for 1,021 doctors selected through the Medical Services Recruitment Board in Tamil Nadu concludes, appointments to be given on Tuesday. The Hindu · Feb 4, 2024
Health Minister inaugurates additional facilities in PHCs Health Minister lays foundation for Critical Care Unit and inaugurates various healthcare facilities in Cuddalore district. The Hindu · Jan 31, 2024
Tamil Nadu to share what it learns at international conference with Union government, other States Chennai's Kalaignar Centenary International Medical Conference discusses the future of medicine, with abstracts shared with government and ministries. The Hindu · Jan 19, 2024
New buildings for government hospitals in Ambur, Vaniyambadi will be ready this year: Health Minister Tamil Nadu Health Minister inspects existing & new healthcare infrastructure in Tirupattur & Vellore districts, new 6-storey hospitals to be completed this year. The Hindu · Jan 7, 2024
IOCL to provide TB testing equipment to State’s healthcare facilities Indian Oil Corporation Limited equips government healthcare facilities in Tamil Nadu to eliminate TB, as part of its CSR effort. The Hindu · Jan 3, 2024
Special health camp organised for journalists Special medical camp held by Health Dept. & Apollo Hospital, attended by 150 mediapersons & Health Minister. 28,792 persons benefited from 1,489 health camps in rain-affected districts. The Hindu · Dec 21, 2023
The Hindu · Dec 15, 2023 Health Minister lauds institution for its support to community in times of need Don Bosco School of Excellence celebrates 10 years of existence with teachers, students, parents & Health Minister Ma. Subramanian, thanking them for their help during COVID-19 & Cyclone Michaung.
The Hindu · Dec 6, 2023 Cyclone Michaung | 300 mobile medical units flagged off for Chennai, neighbouring districts 300 MMUs flagged off in Chennai, Tiruvallur, Chengalpattu & Kancheepuram to strengthen health infrastructure. MMUs to provide medical aid to those affected by Cyclone Michaung. MMUs to work 24/7 for a week. Sanitary workers from other districts to clean up debris. Dengue infection under control, Nilavembu & Kabasura Kudineer concoctions…
The Hindu · Nov 9, 2023 Allow additional round of counselling for vacant PG seats in Tamil Nadu: Health Minister Tamil Nadu Health Minister urges Union Minister to allow additional round of counselling for 69 MD/MS, 11 DNB and 48 MDS seats. Mr. Subramanian thanked Minister for responding favourably to his letter seeking additional round of counselling for MBBS seats. Hopes to benefit student community and State healthcare system.
The Hindu · Nov 6, 2023 53 persons diagnosed with dengue in a day: T.N. Health Minister 53 persons diagnosed with dengue in a day; 571 under treatment in govt. hospitals. 6,222 tested positive for infection since Jan. 359 persons with fever, 149 with cold & cough in medical camps. Special medical camps to treat monsoon-related ailments for 10 weeks. Cardiology unit to be established at Tiruvallur…
The Hindu · Oct 13, 2023 T.N. seeks special counselling to fill vacant MBBS seats TN Health Min. urges Union Min. to allow another round of counselling for UG medical seats. 16 seats under all-India quota in govt. med. colleges, 3 in AIIMS Madurai, 50 in deemed univs. & 17 in self-financing med. colleges remain vacant. Classes started, special sessions can accommodate more students.
The Hindu · Oct 1, 2023 Coonoor bus accident: toll rises to nine; Ministers meet survivors Nine killed in bus accident near Coonoor, TN; PMO announces ex-gratia of ₹2 lakh to kin of deceased & ₹50,000 to injured. Health & Tourism Ministers hand over ₹1 lakh & ₹50,000 to survivors. Relief camps set up; toll free number & helpline for relatives.
The Hindu · Sep 29, 2023 Emergency loading dose at PHCs, HSCs helps save lives: T.N. Health Minister Ma. Subramanian TN Health Minister Ma. Subramanian announced that emergency loading dose stocked in rural health facilities saved lives in remote locations. On World Heart Day, he shared the success of 'Idhayam Kaapom' program, which provides first-aid to heart patients. Chief Minister M.K. Stalin advised stocking 14 drugs including Aspirin in all…
The Hindu · Sep 27, 2023 About 50,000 people to be recruited for govt. service in two years: Stalin TN CM M.K. Stalin announces 50K govt jobs in 2 yrs; 17K this yr. He lauded Vadivelu's family for donating his organs & appreciated govt employees. Delay in TNPSC exam evaluation due to sheer no. of candidates; govt taking measures for job aspirants incl. Naan Mudhalvan scheme. Ministers, CS present.
The Hindu · Sep 24, 2023 Walk-in tuberculosis centre opened at Kollumedu PHC in Villivakkam TN Health Minister inaugurated walk-in centre at Kollumedu PHC under One Stop TB Solution Scheme. Aim is to eliminate TB in State. 86K persons diagnosed with TB, given ₹500/month & nutrition kits worth ₹1,600. Mobile x-ray unit to transmit test results to hospital. CM flagged off 23 of 48 proposed…
The Hindu · Sep 24, 2023 13 persons, including 7 children, fall ill after drinking lemon juice in Ponneri 13 persons, incl. 7 children, fell ill after drinking lemon juice in Ponneri. 3 boys, 4 girls, 2 men, 4 women from Arni village in Tiruvallur district admitted to hospital. Health Minister Ma. Subramanian said ice used in juice caused illness. Patients felt better after treatment & discharged on Sunday.
The Hindu · Sep 14, 2023 State following Centre’s guidelines to prevent Nipah from spreading to T.N.: Health Minister Tamil Nadu Health Dept. follows guidelines issued by the Union Government to prevent Nipah spreading to the State. Public Health and Preventive Medicine Department staff are screening people who come from Kerala to Tamil Nadu via six districts that have intestate border.