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Illegal distribution of money ‘rampant’ ahead of elections

Political parties are giving away ₹2,000 to ₹3,000 per vote, say sources; ESMS data suggest seizure of ₹2.57 crore cash, liquor worth ₹1.77 crore, ₹88.62 lakh worth gold and other metals ahead of elections in Nellore district

The Hindu · May 12, 2024

Bi-weekly special trains to be run between Chennai and Velankanni

Southern Railway will operate bi-weekly special trains between Chennai Egmore and Velankanni to clear the extra rush during summer.  The Chennai Egmore-Velankanni special (06037) will leave Chennai Egmore at 11.50 p.m. on May 17, 19, 24, 26, 31, June 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, and 30 (Fridays…

The Hindu · May 12, 2024

13.89 lakh voters to exercise their franchise in Nandyal district

13.89 lakh voters in Nandyal district to cast votes in 1,711 polling stations with 31 candidates for Lok Sabha.

The Hindu · May 12, 2024

Officials land on islands of river Godavari and Bay of Bengal to conduct polls

Polling staff, EVMs land on Godavari and Bay of Bengal islands for elections; Youtubers document Hope Island polling.

The Hindu · May 12, 2024

Polling to be monitored live through webcasting in Nellore

Real-time monitoring of election process in Nellore by district machinery, addressing complaints through c-Vigil app and call centre.

The Hindu · May 12, 2024

Watch | Data analysis of Uttar Pradesh | Phase 4

Analysis of Lok Sabha elections in Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal, with ground perspective from The Hindu's Anuj Kumar.

The Hindu · May 12, 2024

Localised weather warnings add to general forecasts to make fishing activities safer, say researchers

Localised marine weather forecasts enhance safety for traditional fishers, reducing risks and improving livelihoods in coastal communities.

The Hindu · May 12, 2024

IPL-17, DC vs RCB: Gritty Royal Challengers stay alive with emphatic win

IPL 2024: Delhi Capitals opt to bowl against Royal Challengers Bengaluru; Axar Patel captains in place of Rishabh Pant.

The Hindu · May 12, 2024

Kerala made coir products to be available through Walmart

Products made of the golden fibre of Kerala, coir, will soon be available through Walmart. The State-owned Coir Corporation has agreed with the US retail major and its membership-only retail warehouse club, Sam’s Club, to market its coir products.

The Hindu · May 12, 2024

Water hyacinth chokes Uyyakondan canal in Tiruchi

Residents and activists have urged the Tiruchi Corporation and the Water Resources Department to take steps to clear water hyacinths that choke the flow in the Uyyakondan canal in the city

The Hindu · May 12, 2024