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Not yet taken a decision on contesting in Lok Sabha polls: Dhinakaran

Madurai AMMK founder, T.T.V. Dhinakaran, undecided on contesting Lok Sabha elections, considering party cadre's wish and exploring coalition options.

The Hindu · Jan 31, 2024

Thaipoosam special trains between Madurai and Palani on Jan. 24, 25

Special trains between Madurai and Palani on Jan. 24, 25 for Thaipoosam festival; Secunderabad-Ramanathapuram express trains cancelled.

The Hindu · Jan 21, 2024

Watch | Alanganallur jallikattu flagged off by T.N. Sports Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin

Tamil Nadu's traditional bull-taming sport Jallikattu continues with thousands of bulls and tamers participating in Alanganallur

The Hindu · Jan 17, 2024

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Avaniapuram Jallikattu ends largely incident-free in Madurai; best bull-tamer walks with a new car as prize

The Avaniapuram Jallikattu in Madurai was largely incident-free, with injuries to participants and bulls, and prizes awarded.

The Hindu · Jan 15, 2024

In Pics | Jallikattu season begins in Tamil Nadu

Bull-taming sport Jallikattu commences in Tamil Nadu’s Madurai

The Hindu · Jan 15, 2024

Tamil Nadu: 45 including 2 cops injured during Jallikattu in Madurai

At least 45 people including to cops were injured on Monday during Avaniapuram Jallikattu event in Madurai. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Jan 15, 2024

Award for woman who gave away land to upgrade school

CHENNAI Chief Minister M.K. Stalin to honor U. Pooranam for donating land to develop a government school in Madurai.

The Hindu · Jan 14, 2024

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Avaniyapuram jallikattu: Only bull owners, tamers carrying passes issued by district administration would be allowed, says Madurai Police

Madurai City Police have given instructions that only tamers and bull owners who have been issued passes with photo-identity cards would be permitted to the jallikattu arena for the event to be held at Avaniyapuram on Monday. Commissioner of Police J. Loganathan said the tamers should also carry physical fitness…

The Hindu · Jan 14, 2024

Meet Madurai’s women jallikattu bull rearers

Meet women bull rearers in the male-dominated sport of jallikattu.

The Hindu · Jan 11, 2024

Second Bharat Gaurav train for pilgrimage to start from Secunderabad

IRCTC has announced the second Bharat Gaurav Train for “Divya Dakshin Yatra with Jyotirlinga” from Secunderabad covering Tiruvannamalai [Arunachalam], Rameswaram, Madurai, Kanyakumari, Trivandrum, Trichy and Thanjavur

The Hindu · Jan 11, 2024

Tamil Nadu may get four new Biodiversity Heritage Sites this year

The Tamil Nadu Biodiversity Board (TNBB) has been striving to identify, recognise and notify significant hotspots as Biodiversity Heritage Sites. One such site is Arittapatti Biodiversity Heritage Site (Madurai district) which was notified as the first such Biodiversity Heritage Site of Tamil Nadu, in November 2022.

The Hindu · Jan 10, 2024

Industries can facilitate the much-needed development push for Madurai

Madurai district is transforming into an industrial district with industrial estates, both government and private, coming up. Changes in norms and increased land area are needed to attract businesses and provide employment opportunities.

The Hindu · Jan 7, 2024

Tamil Nadu begins procurement of sugarcane from Melur farmers in Madurai district

Procurement of paneer karumbu by the State government for Pongal distribution from farmers in Melur belt began on January 6. With 837 acres in Madurai district under panner karumbu cultivation, contractors have started loading consignments for cooperative societies in other districts.

The Hindu · Jan 6, 2024

Malaikottai in Dindigul, a cauldron of rebellions for two millennia

Explore the Rockfort (Malaikottai) in Dindigul, a 900ft granite outcrop with a gory history & Jain beds, & witness the influence of Pandyan architecture.

The Hindu · Jan 4, 2024

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The Hindu · Jan 4, 2024

A pioneer in widow remarriage and eradication of untouchability

French Jesuit Rev. John Baptiste Trincal's 1844 widow remarriage in Tiruchi paved way for social reforms.

The Hindu · Jan 4, 2024

Madurai jallikattu dates announced; will be held at traditional villages in 2024 too

Madurai District Collector announces jallikattu events to be held at traditional villages on Jan 15, 16 & 17. Rules & regulations to be followed by bull tamers to be announced soon.

The Hindu · Jan 3, 2024

Examining bulls for jallikattu begins in Madurai

Examining the health of bulls for Madurai's jallikattu events begins; 25 bovines given fitness certificates.

The Hindu · Dec 31, 2023

Public places in Madurai non-inclusive; no accessibility for the differently-abled

Many public facilities remain inaccessible to differently-abled people.

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The Hindu · Dec 28, 2023

Women power Nilakottai’s flower export companies that ship jasmine across the world

Women in Nilakottai, India skillfully string jasmine flowers for export to 12 countries worldwide through export companies in the small town.

The Hindu · Dec 27, 2023

ED says attempts on to prevent investigation into high-profile corruption cases in Tamil Nadu

ED has expressed apprehension that attempts were on to prevent the Central agency from conducting investigation into high-profile corruption cases registered in Tamil Nadu.

The Hindu · Dec 26, 2023

The three betel leaf varieties of Tamil Nadu that stand out for their taste and aroma

Tamil Nadu betel leaves, including Sholavandan, Authoor, and Kumbakonam varieties, are famous for their taste & aroma. They are used in religious ceremonies, herbal preparations, & exported to some countries.

The Hindu · Dec 26, 2023

ED registers case against its own officer in Madurai, shifts probe to Delhi

In yet another twist to the escalating tension between the Directorate of Enforcement (ED) and the Tamil Nadu police, the Special Task Force (STF) of the ED, Delhi, has registered a case under against Enforcement Officer, Madurai, Ankit Tiwari. Mr. Tiwari who was arrested by the Directorate of Vigilance and…

The Hindu · Dec 24, 2023

Tamil Nadu police register case against ED officials ‘for preventing DVAC investigators from discharging their duties’

Police register case against ED officials for preventing DVAC investigators from discharging duties.

The Hindu · Dec 20, 2023

T.N. Rains | Pregnant woman, airlifted from flood-hit Thoothukudi, delivers baby boy in Madurai

Pregnant woman airlifted from flood-hit Srivaikuntam delivers baby at GRH, Madurai; both mother and child safe and healthy.

The Hindu · Dec 18, 2023

T.N. Rains | Disaster Management team on board to expedite rescue work in Madurai, southern districts

Madurai district Disaster Response Teams on alert for rescue & rehabilitation due to flood warning in 5 districts. 27 vulnerable areas identified, 50 relief shelters ready.

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