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Ministers criss-cross Chennai as several areas remain inundated

Chennai on alert as Ministers, MLAs, MPs, and officials take action to ensure safety of residents ahead of cyclonic storm Michaung. Relief camps, cooking camps, medical camps, and pumps set up; 19,500 food packets distributed; 184 of 720 pumps working; meetings held to discuss machinery; subways a challenge; Minister for…

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IMD issues red alert for Chennai, Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram, and Chengalpattu districts

With the deep depression intensifying into Cyclone Michaung over the Southwest Bay of Bengal, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Sunday issued a heavy to very heavy rain warning for a few places in Chennai, Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram, and Chengalpattu districts till Monday evening.

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SDAT member-secretary confident of hosting India’s first night street race

Chennai gears up to host India's first-ever night street race this weekend, despite PILs filed in Madras HC. TN govt. and Racing Promotions Pvt. Ltd. have addressed concerns raised in PILs. Track is 3.5 km, non-residential and non-commercial. Roads resurfaced, areas beautified. Street courses not new; Monaco, Singapore, Baku, Jeddah,…

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TNSDMA issues ‘work from home’ advisory for private firms

TNSDMA issues advisory to private companies in Chennai, Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram, and Chengalpattu districts to allow WfH for employees due to cyclonic storm Michaung. Essential staff to work only under unavoidable situations. #Cyclone #WfH #TamilNadu #TNSDMA

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Enthusiastic turnout for Virudhunagar’s ‘Our State Our Taste’ cooking competition

Virudhunagar's 'Our State Our Taste' cooking competition saw an enthusiastic turnout. Vennila Vasu won the round with Virudhunagar oil parota, mutton gravy, vetrilai laddu etc. M. Shanthi and Asma R. secured 1st and 2nd runner-up positions. Final showdown in Chennai on Dec 16. Grand prize ₹1 lakh, 2nd & 3rd…

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Cyclone Michaung | Stalin reviews precautionary measures taken in coastal districts of T.N.

CM Stalin reviews precautionary measures for Cyclone Michaung in TN; 2.44 crore people alerted via SMS; 685 evacuated to 11 relief camps; CM requests elected reps & officials to continue relief ops; CM won't discuss politics; desilting & clearing storm water drains underway; 1,000 motors ready in case of water…

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Tambaram corporation officials and Chengelpet district collector meet to discuss Cyclone Michaung preparedness

CHENNAI: As heavy rains lash the southern suburbs, several areas in Tambaram and Chengalpet are grappling with inundation, causing significant disruptions to access essential services. Chengalpet District Collector Rahul Nadh has advised residents to stay at home for safety.

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‘Our State Our Taste’ event sees enthusiastic turnout in Tirunelveli

At the Tirunelveli preliminaries of The Hindu's 'Our State Our Taste' cooking competition, presented by Gold Winner, participants showcased their culinary skills. Srimathi won with prawn kari, carrot halwa, curd rice, veg kabab etc. M. Sherin Lathief and D Suba were first and second runner-ups respectively. Final showdown in Chennai…

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With Chennai’s Nehru Stadium unavailable, IWL club Sethu FC to play ‘home’ matches in Goa

CHENNAI: Indian Women’s League (IWL) club Sethu FC will play their ‘home’ matches at the Tilak Maidan in Vasco da Gama, Goa, after the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai was made unavailable for use early next year.

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In Pictures | Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh gear up for Cyclone Michaung

Photo gallery on cyclone Michaung and its impact in Chennai

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Cyclone Michaung | T.N. Ministers review precautionary measures; NDRF, SDRF personnel positioned in eight coastal districts

TN govt ministers visit Chennai, Chengalpattu, Kancheepuram & Tiruvallur to review precautionary measures for cyclonic storm Michaung. NDRF & SDRF teams deployed; 121 multi-purpose & 4,967 relief centres with basic amenities ready. Ministers inspect vulnerable areas & relief centres. Pumps & equipment ready. Evacuation of people to safety underway.

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Cyclone Michaung | Public holiday for Chennai, Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram, Chengalpattu districts on December 4

Tamil Nadu govt declares public holiday in Chennai, Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram & Chengalpattu districts on Dec 4 due to cyclonic storm Michaung. Essential services such as police, fire, local bodies, hospitals, transport, fuel, hotels/restaurants, etc. to remain open.

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Praggnanandhaa's sister Vaishali becomes India's third woman Grandmaster

CHENNAI: It’s been a magnificent year for Indian chess and now, there’s an icing on the cake. Chennai girl R Vaishali, who had earlier sealed a spot for the women’s Candidates tournament and made history by becoming the first brother-sister duo with R Praggnanandhaa to do so, is now the…

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Cyclone Michaung: Tamil Nadu CM tells elected representatives to support govt’s relief work

CHENNAI: As the regional meteorology department forecast a cyclonic storm over southwest Bay of Bengal in the next 24 hours, Tamil Nadu chief minister M K Stalin on Saturday asked ministers, MPs, MLAs, and local body representatives and the DMK district secretaries and the party functionaries to extend support to…

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IT services company, TAO Digital Solutions raises ₹133 crore from Chennai-based investment firm

Anicut Capital invests ₹133 crore in TAO Digital Solutions to acquire TriGeo Technologies. TAO provides digital solutions and services to help clients reimagine their businesses. GAF-4, Anicut's private credit fund, has deployed over ₹220 crore in tech, ITeS, electronics and engineering services. Rajkumar Velagapudi, CEO of TAO, believes the acquisition…

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Cyclone Michaung | Tamil Nadu’s coastal belt, delta districts to receive heavy rains

Heavy rains to pick up pace in TN delta districts on Saturday; cyclone Michaung to cross AP coast on Mon. Red-coded warning for Tiruvallur district as extremely heavy rains of above 21 cm possible. Strong winds with speeds gusting up to 70 kmph may blow in coastal region, incl. Chennai,…

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Chennai Corporation braces for heavy rain; deploys pumps in flood-prone areas

Chennai Corp. has taken steps to prepare for heavy rains: 650 pumps, 8 heavy duty diesel-operated pumps, 184 tractor-driven pumps, 190 power saws, 6 tree pruning machines, 61 telescopic pruners, 4 robotic multi-purpose excavators, 162 multi-hazard shelters, 30 lines on helpline 1913. Officers instructed to coordinate with other depts., councillors,…

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Veteran civil servant Ambrose no more

.S.P. Ambrose, veteran civil servant, passed away in Chennai due to age-related issues. He was 95 and is survived by a son and daughter. He held various positions in govt, incl. Chairman of Tamil Nadu Electricity Board and Madras Port Trust. He was Additional Secretary in Union Ministry of Mines…

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Stalin unveils statue of Iyothee Thass Pandithar in Chennai

Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin unveils statue of late anti-caste activist Iyothee Thass Pandithar at Gandhi Mandapam. CM praised Pandithar for making 'Tamilan' and 'Dravidan' identities in TN politics. TN govt to implement housing scheme named after Pandithar for SCs. Ministers, MPs, and legislators present at event. Dravidar Kazhagam president…

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Minister inaugurates Neuberg’s national reference laboratory

Udhayanidhi Stalin inaugurated Neuberg Diagnostics' national reference lab in Chennai, a 50,000-sq ft facility offering 6,000 tests, with state-of-art automation and WOW concept. It has capacity to process 10,000 test samples/day. Neuberg plans to raise $100M pre-IPO, then $200M IPO in 2 yrs.

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CHESS | Two in a row for Alexei Fedorov

GM Alexei Fedorov of Belarus won 7.5/9 in the TN IM Norm Closed Circuit chess tournament, organised by the Coimbatore District Chess Association. He was pleased with the win, praising the tournament standard and Indian youngsters. C. Sai Viswesh of Chennai and Adireddy Arjun tied for second place.

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Formula 4 night street race in Chennai | Madras High Court calls for MoU signed between T.N. and Racing Promotions Pvt Ltd

Madras HC seeks MoU between TN govt & RPPL for Formula 4 night street race on public roads; petitioners fear threat to public safety & pollution. Litigants question need to spend ₹42 cr this year & ₹15 cr annually for private event. AG compares it to IPL cricket. Petitioners fear…

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Formula 4 night street race in Chennai | Madras High Court asks T.N. govt. to obtain written permission from Army, Navy

TN govt produces permissions for Formula 4 night street race on 3.7-km circuit around Island Grounds in Chennai. Madras HC asks AG & counsel to submit written permissions from Army, Navy & Chennai Port Trust. Army has no objection & will file affidavit. PIL petitioners have no objection to race…

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Chennai, nearby districts to get heavy rain from December 2 to 4

CM Stalin visits Ripon Buildings to assess GCC's cyclone preparedness. 1913 helpline to be increased from 10 to 20 connections. North TN, particularly coastal region, to receive heavy rain Dec 2-4. Cyclone likely to form in Bay of Bengal on Sunday, move closer to TN/AP coasts. Orange-coded warning issued; some…

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Chennai’s southern areas see some relief as water drains after rain intensity reduces

Rain reduced in south Chennai; flooding in Mudichur, Neelankarai manageable. Inundation in Ullagaram, Meenakshi Nagar, Lakshmi Nagar, CLRI Nagar, Brindavan Street, Sakthi Vinayagar Nagar, Nemillichery, Ganesh Nagar Main Road, Thirumalai Nagar, Grand Southern Trunk Road, Chromepet. Traffic snarls due to waterlogging on major roads. Widening of culverts, canals needed to…

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