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Special buses to be operated from Chennai to Tiruvannamalai for Karthigai Deepam festival

TN Transport Dept to operate 2,700 buses for Karthigai Deepam festival in Tiruvannamalai on Nov 26. Nine temporary bus stands set up to decongest crowd; 40 mini buses to provide last mile connectivity free of cost.

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The controversy over land acquisition by the SIPCOT near Cheyyar in Tamil Nadu | Explained

For over a year, protests have been ongoing in Tiruvannamalai district over SIPCOT's move to acquire land for its Phase-III project. 13 companies are currently operating in Phase-I, providing direct employment to 27,432 and indirect employment to 75,000. 55 companies are operating in Phase-II, providing direct employment to 31,645 and…

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Potholed Mada Street restored for Karthigai Deepam festival in Tiruvannamalai

Tiruvannamalai's Mada Street widened to facilitate chariot-pulling during Karthigai Deepam. New concrete stretch provides relief for devotees on foot & prevents road cutting for utility works. Costly project funded under CMRDP 2022-23 to ensure longevity of road.

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Majority of farmers agreed for acquisition, outsiders are instigating a few to protest: E.V. Velu

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Palaniswami warns DMK regime of agitation over filing of cases against farmers under Goondas Act

AIADMK GS Palaniswami warns DMK govt of protest if it doesn't withdraw cases against farmers opposing land acquisition in Tiruvannamalai. He accused DMK of using police to suppress protests instead of resolving issues. AMMK GS Dhinakaran deplores Anna Univ. for hiking exam fee, calls for withdrawal.

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2,700 buses, 20 special trains to ply for Karthigai Deepam in Tiruvannamalai

For Karthigai Deepam, 2,700+ buses, 20 special trains, 14,000+ police personnel, 1,160 buses at 13 termini, 180 shuttle services, 59 parking lots, 82 health desks, 40 ambulances, 211 water taps, 836 washrooms, 1,258 street lights, 3,225 sanitary workers, 54 police watchtowers, 623 CCTV cameras & 600 firefighters w/26 water tenders…

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T.N. Governor R.N. Ravi flags off Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra vehicle in Jawadhu Hills

Gov. R.N. Ravi flagged off Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra van in Tiruvannamalai to reach out to citizens eligible for various central schemes. The van will cover 103 villages, distributing seed kits, gas connections, credit cards, and more. Officials from ICAR, NABARD, and ICAR Krishi Vigyan Kendra were present.

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Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

Tamil Nadu Speaker M. Appavu announces special Assembly session to pass Bills returned by Governor R.N. Ravi. School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi announces TN State Board exam schedule for classes 10-12. TN BJP President K. Annamalai condemns invoking of Goondas Act against protesting farmers of Cheyyar. Session to pass…

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Stalin inaugurates new warehouse to store additional 1,500 tonnes of skimmed milk powder in Tiruvannamalai

CM Stalin virtually inaugurated new warehouse facility in Tiruvannamalai DCPP to store 1,500 metric tonnes of SMP. Joint funds from TNCMPF built facility at ₹29.32 crore. Will help 15 lakh milk producers, store 3,000 tonnes of SMP & aid affected families during emergencies. Fifth such facility in TN.

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T.N. Rains | As heavy showers begin, 27 districts gear up for disasters, many declare holiday for educational institutions

Tamil Nadu govt instructs 27 district Collectors to adhere to SOPs, gear up machinery to tackle exigency due to heavy rains predicted in various parts.

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Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra will pass through Salem, Tiruvannamalai, Nilgiris with significant tribal population: Murugan

Union Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, Diary, Information and Broadcasting L. Murugan said that Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra, which will be inaugurated in Ranchi in Jharkhand on November 15 (tribal icon Birsa Munda’s birthday), will be kickstarted in Tamil Nadu in three districts – Salem, Tiruvannamalai, and Nilgiris.…

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Lightning kills goatherd, 15 goats near Arani; three students injured in another incident near Ranipet

A 53-year-old goatherd and more than 15 goats were killed after being struck by lightning at Saduperipalayam village near Arani town in Tiruvannamalai on Wednesday.

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Income Tax officials search house of T.N. Minister E.V. Velu’s associate in Tiruchi

On Nov 7, 2023, I-T Dept. conducted a search at the house of a businessman in Tiruchi, reportedly associated with TN Minister for Public Works, E.V. Velu. Accompanied by CRPF, a team of 10 officials arrived at Manapparai Swaminathan's house in Anna Nagar. Searches were also conducted in Tiruvannamalai, Karur,…

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Flood alert issued to 34 villages following release of water from Sathanur dam in Tiruvannamalai

Flood alert issued for 34 villages along Thenpennai river in Tiruvannamalai district. 500 cusecs of water released from Sathanur dam as its level reaches 117.95 ft. Heavy rain in villages on Kalvarayan Hills. WRD releasing up to 1,000 cusecs per second. Residents warned to relocate to safer places. PWD restored…

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Premises linked to Tamil Nadu Minister EV Velu raided for fourth consecutive day

Income Tax raids continued for the fourth consecutive day in the premises linked to Tamil Nadu, Public Works and Highways Department Minister EV Velu at Tiruvannamalai.

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Properties linked to T.N. Minister E.V. Velu searched by Income Tax Department

I-T officials are carrying out searches at 16 premises linked to TN Minister E.V. Velu in Tiruvannamalai. Searches are also being conducted at other locations. CRPF personnel are guarding the premises. DMK cadres and supporters of Mr. Velu have gathered to express their anguish against the Union govt.

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Vellore fort complex, girivalam path in Tiruvannamalai to become health walk track

State govt. to launch 'health walk track' initiative in Vellore, Tiruvannamalai, Tirupattur & Ranipet. 8km route with sign boards, seating, water taps, washrooms & medical camps. Traffic less, avenue trees more, no stray dog menace. Residents encouraged to walk every day.

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Tiruvannamalai gets first modern laundry for dhobis to prevent pollution of local ponds

Tiruvannamalai's first free modern laundry has been opened to benefit dhobis and conserve local ponds. It was inaugurated by Minister E.V. Velu and Collector B. Murugesh. The 5,000 sq.ft. facility has a drier machine, generator, ironing room and cubicles with two slabs and mini tanks. It will provide a stable…

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Two children drown in open well near Tiruvannamalai

In Tiruvannamalai, two toddlers drowned in an open farm well behind their house. Police were alerted and the toddlers were shifted to the hospital, but were declared dead. A case has been registered and further investigation is on.

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T.N. CM Stalin’s visit changes destiny of ill-kempt road near Tiruvannamalai town

Residents of 12 farming villages near Tiruvannamalai unaware of Chief Minister's visit, which led to State Highways widening and re-laying Kunniyandal Main Road. This 9km stretch was a muddy pathway connecting villages to town, causing difficulty for sick and pregnant women. Road widening will ease traffic congestion, help visitors to…

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Tiruvannamalai police makes recommendations to NHAI for preventing accidents

Tiruvannamalai police recommend NHAI to install reflector boards, reduce narrow bends, widen road space to prevent accidents on Tindivanam-Krishnagiri National Highway 77. Police to double check-posts, install road delineators, procure speed guns to check overspeed, prevent violations. 19 deaths on stretch since Sep 2.

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Seven men killed in accident near Chengam in Tiruvannamalai

Seven men killed in SUV-bus collision in Tiruvannamalai. Five Assam natives, two from Krishnagiri district, and four injured. Accident occurred on Tindivanam-Krishnagiri National Highway 77.

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Over 1,500 tribal people of Jawadhu Hills in Tiruvannamalai get title rights for land

Tiruvannamalai Dist. Collector issues forest title rights to 1,569 tribal people & other traditional forest dwellers in Jawadhu Hills. 49,400 hectares of forestland covered; beneficiaries can collect minor forest produce. 568 applications initially rejected, now approved. FRA law monitored by committees headed by Chief Sec., Collectors & RDO's.

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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.

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Chief Minister to inaugurate renovated temple tank, widened highway in Tiruvannamalai on October 22

Chief Minister M.K. Stalin will inaugurate the renovated tank of Arunachaleswarar temple and the widened four-lane Cuddalore-Chittoor Road during his two-day visit to Tiruvannamalai on October 21 and 22

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