Work on widening Kallakurichi - Tiruvannamalai road begins Work on widening Kallakurichi - Tiruvannamalai road begins The Hindu · Feb 18, 2024
Encroachments on heritage underground canal block water flow to temple tanks in Tirukkoilur The historic underground canal in Kallakurichi district, once used to supply water to temple tanks, is now in disuse due to encroachments and urban expansion, sparking a debate on its restoration. The Hindu · Feb 12, 2024
Removal of encroachments begins at Tiruvannamalai for road widening Encroachments, mostly houses and petty shops, were demolished on the Tiruvannamalai - Kallakurichi Main Road in the temple town of Tiruvannamalai by the Highways Department on Friday as part of the widening of the stretch into a four-lane route. The Hindu · Feb 9, 2024
Loans distributed to SHGs in Cuddalore and Villupuram districts Ministers distribute loans totaling ₹81.46 crore to women's SHGs in Cuddalore, Villupuram, and Kallakurichi districts. The Hindu · Feb 9, 2024
Synchronised census of wetland birds begins in Villupuram and Cuddalore districts The synchronized wetland bird census in Villupuram, Kallakurichi, and Cuddalore districts involved 30 teams and aimed to gather data for conservation. The Hindu · Jan 28, 2024
All India Hindu Mahasabha functionary held under Goondas Act in Kallakurichi Kallakurichi Collector orders detention of two persons for hurling molotov cocktail at their own house. The Hindu · Jan 24, 2024
Amid union strike, bus services remain unaffected in Villupuram and Kallakurichi districts Amid union strike, bus services remain unaffected in Villupuram and Kallakurichi districts The Hindu · Jan 9, 2024
NABARD pegs credit plan estimate for Kallakurichi at over ₹12,000 crore for 2024-25 NABARD pegs credit plan estimate for Kallakurichi at over ₹12,000 crore for 2024-25 The Hindu · Jan 9, 2024
Nominations invited for Manjappai award Nominate your school/college/establishment for the Manjappai Award by May 1, 2024. Download application from kallakurichi.nic.in. The Hindu · Jan 3, 2024
Rise in property crimes and road accidents in Kallakurichi in 2023 Kallakurichi district recorded an increase in property crimes & road traffic accidents in 2023. Murders, POCSO cases & preventive detentions decreased. Ganja peddling & smuggling of IMFL increased. The Hindu · Jan 3, 2024
Kallakurichi Collector warns of action against damaging of optical fibre cables Kallakurichi Collector warns against disrupting Bharat Net project, 85% of cables laid through poles, VPSC to house internet services, extend cooperation for high-speed internet connectivity to villages. The Hindu · Dec 31, 2023
Three of a family found dead in sugarcane field in Kallakurichi Family of 3 found dead in sugarcane field in Kallakurichi, police investigate cause. The Hindu · Dec 19, 2023
8 kg of ganja seized near Kallaurichi, three held 3 persons arrested for peddling 8 kgs of ganja near Sengurichi toll plaza, Kallakurichi. The Hindu · Dec 18, 2023
Samay Singh Meena takes charge as Superintendent of Police of Kallakurichi 2017 batch IPS officer Samay Singh Meena takes charge as Superintendent of Police in Kallakurichi, focusing on crime prevention and public complaints. The Hindu · Dec 17, 2023
The Hindu · Dec 16, 2023 Two killed, 16 injured as bus hits truck in Ulundurpet on Chennai-Tiruchi national highway 2 killed, 20 injured in bus-truck collision on Chennai-Tiruchi highway in Kallakurichi.
The Hindu · Dec 15, 2023 Three killed as speeding vehicle hits bike in Kallakurichi 3 persons killed in a hit-and-run accident near Kallakurichi, police register case.
The Hindu · Dec 10, 2023 9,160 appear for exam conducted by Uniformed Services Recruitment Board in Cuddalore In Cuddalore, TNUSRB conducted an exam for 9,160 candidates to recruit Grade-II Police constables, Grade II Jail Warders and Firemen. 1,457 applicants did not show up. The exam was supervised by Deputy Inspector General of Police (Villupuram Range) Ziaul Haque and Superintendent of Police R. Rajaram. In Villupuram and Kallakurichi…
The Hindu · Nov 30, 2023 Quack held in Kallakurichi district for performing illegal abortions Kallakurichi police arrest quack and aide for illegal abortions; seize scanning machine and injections. Joint team of police and health officials conducted searches at house of Murugesan, 43, and arrested duo. Seizure of scanning machine and injections confirmed illegal abortions. House sealed by team.
The Hindu · Nov 19, 2023 472 students receive education loans worth ₹17.35 crore in Kallakurichi The mela was organised to ensure hassle-free processing of loan applications with proper guidance and provision of loans at the earliest.
The Hindu · Nov 14, 2023 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.
The Hindu · Oct 19, 2023 Three men in Kallakurichi detained under Goondas Act for posting morphed photographs of women online Three persons detained under Goondas Act for morphing photos of women enrolled in MGNREGS in Kallakurichi. Police arrested trio on Sept 21 and Collector Sravan Kumar Jatavath ordered their detention. Orders served on accused in Cuddalore Central Prison.
The Hindu · Oct 15, 2023 Annual Deepavali sale launched at Co-optex in Kallakurichi Kallakurichi Collector launches 30% Deepavali sale on handloom products at Co-optex outlet. Benefits include rebate on silk/cotton saris, dhoties, bed linen, curtains, readymade garments, instalment option for govt. employees, monthly savings plan. Target of ₹45 lakh set for 2023. Collector urges locals to patronise regional weaving communities.
The Hindu · Oct 15, 2023 Prosecution against former AIADMK MLA withdrawn after he apologises to CM, Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin The Kallakurichi police have filed a final report before a judicial magistrate dropping all further action against AIADMK former MLA R. Kumaraguru
The Hindu · Oct 9, 2023 Child rights camps to be held in Kallakurichi and Villupuram districts in Tamil Nadu NCPCR to hold grievance redressal camps in Kallakurichi and Villupuram on Oct 12 & 13. Complaints of child rights violations to be heard. Written submissions to be made with details of grievances. NCPCR to examine & prepare summary of complaint & send to concerned authority for redressal. Applicant to be…
The Hindu · Oct 2, 2023 Cuddalore Collector suspends two Anganwadi workers for diverting eggs meant for noon meal centres Two Anganwadi workers were suspended for allegedly diverting eggs meant for supply to children at noon meal centres to a hotel in neighbouring Kallakurichi district.