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Hunter's Greater Cities Commission hopes die, so what's next

The region appears no closer to finding housing solutions.

Newcastle Herald · Nov 23, 2023

A.P. to set up Araku Coffee processing unit

Chief Sec. Reddy directs officials to prepare project report for Araku Coffee processing unit. Govt. giving priority to promote Araku Coffee. Saplings distributed to tribals in 11 mandals. GCC purchasing, processing & selling coffee through retail outlets. Reddy suggests imparted skills in processing & marketing, enter agreements with big companies…

The Hindu · Nov 23, 2023

AG’s office celebrates Audit Week with cycle rally

AG Chennai celebrated Audit Week with a 24-km cycle rally, flagged off by Health Minister Ma. Subramanian. On Tuesday, a rangoli contest and quiz contest for students of Class 10-12 will be held. Prizes will be distributed by GCC Commissioner J. Radhakrishnan and the closing ceremony will be attended by…

The Hindu · Nov 19, 2023

Another stray cow incident sparks concern in Triplicane, residents seek permanent solution

In Chennai, a woman fell on the road due to a stray cow, raising fears among Triplicane residents. To prevent blockages on streets, GCC Commissioner J.Radhakrishnan proposed a three-step plan: secure tethering, fines for repeat offenders, and sensitising public. People can register their grievances to GCC by calling 1913.

The Hindu · Oct 20, 2023

Elderly man with disability gored by stray cattle in Chennai; Corporation to file complaint against animal owner

80-yr-old mute person gored by stray cattle in Triplicane, Chennai. Admitted to hospital, out of danger. 3rd such incident in 2 months. GCC Commissioner inspected area, initiated clearance of stray cattle, filed complaint against cattle owner. 7 cattle-related deaths in 5 yrs. GCC ensuring cattle not harmed, given proper treatment.

The Hindu · Oct 18, 2023

Panel led by Chief Secretary to monitor traffic congestion

Tamil Nadu govt. forms high-level committee to monitor traffic congestion in Greater Chennai Corporation. Committee led by Chief Sec. Shiv Das Meena, has 16 members to meet every two months. Panel to discuss road improvement, traffic regulation, parking & other measures for smooth traffic management.

The Hindu · Oct 17, 2023

Coimbatore, Madurai, Avadi Corporations get new Commissioners

IAS officers reshuffled: M. Sivaguru Prabakaran & L. Madhubalan to Coimbatore & Madurai Municipal Corps; S. Sheik Abdul Rahaman to Avadi; Thakare Shubham Dnyandeorao to Tirunelveli; V. Sivakrishnamurthy to Erode; K.J. Praveen Kumar to GCC Central; Katta Ravi Teja to GCC North; K. Tharpagaraj to Higher Education Dept; M. Prathap…

The Hindu · Oct 17, 2023

T.N. Chief Secretary directed to file status report on Cooum, Adyar river restorations

NGT directs TN Chief Sec. to report on restoration status of Cooum, Adyar rivers & Buckingham Canal. CRRT informed NGT TN govt. made restoration of Cooum & Adyar top priority. Various activities by line departments incl. CMWSSB, GCC, WRD, DMA, DRD & TNUHDB being implemented. NGT orders update on implementation…

The Hindu · Oct 5, 2023

Greater Chennai Corporation to launch platform with ChatBot to improve grievance redressal services

GCC to launch modern citizen engagement platform with ChatBot to improve services to residents. Automation of monitoring broken calls, integration of call centre, grievance redressal & social media. Platform expected to shorten response time to public health, education, infrastructure & welfare issues.

The Hindu · Oct 2, 2023

Greater Chennai Corporation takes up pruning of trees in zone 9

The Greater Chennai Corporation took up pruning of trees on Friday in Zone 9 as part of the monsoon preparedness. Trees along the storm-water drains and pavements in Zones 5, 6, and 11 have already been pruned. The work is being carried out at night or during low-traffic hours to…

The Hindu · Sep 22, 2023