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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…

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Meet Madurai’s women jallikattu bull rearers

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

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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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Examining bulls for jallikattu begins in Madurai

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

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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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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.

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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.

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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.

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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…

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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.

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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.

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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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ED urges DGP to register case against DVAC sleuths citing Supreme Court ruling

ED requests DGP to register FIR against DVAC officials & unauthorised persons for stealing sensitive documents from ED's Sub-Zonal Office in Madurai.

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Madurai-Tiruchendur buses provided stop at Kariyapatti By-pass Road

Virudhunagar Collector V.P. Jayaseelan ensures bus halts at Kariyapatti for passengers travelling to Tiruchendur.

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Suo motu revisions against Ministers | Lawyers anxious about which judge will next hold MP/MLA portfolio at Madras High Court

Suo motu revisions against Ministers: Lawyers representing four sitting Ministers and two former Ministers face anxiety over who will hold the MP/MLA portfolio in Madras High Court. Justice N. Anand Venkatesh held the portfolio in Aug. but was transferred to Madurai Bench. Justice G. Jayachandran now holds the portfolio, but…

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T.N. Police file affidavit in Madurai court seeking custody of Pranav Jewellers owner

EOW seeks 10-day custody of Madhan, owner of Pranav Jewellers, who surrendered before TNPID court in Madurai. ED summons actor Prakash Raj to record statement in connection with case. Karthika's anticipatory bail petition dismissed by Madras HC.

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Idol Wing CID seizes three metal idols meant for illegal sale in Pudukottai, arrests nine persons

Idol Wing CID arrests nine in connection to illegal sale of three metal idols. Team formed by Additional Superintendent of Police G. Balamurugan, received info about gangs in Chennai, Pudukottai, Tiruchi, Madurai and Kumbakonam. Negotiated with gang to purchase idols for ₹10 crore, detained four and arrested five more. Case…

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Minister reaches out to people from his control room

Minister Rajaa's control room received 5,600+ calls/requests to help 30,000+ people in Chennai during Cyclone Michaung-induced rain. Teams provided support from Madurai and responded to requests from Velachery, Pallikaranai, Madipakkam, Perungudi, MGR Nagar, R.K. Nagar, and Royapuram. Minister Rajaa personally responded to those in need.

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DVAC informed CBI of ED officer’s arrest on graft charge

DVAC informs CBI of ED officer's arrest, search on office premises in Madurai. DVAC follows CrPC procedure, has power to register case against Central govt. employee. DVAC team alerted local police, entered premises fearing attempts to prevent lawful duties.

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