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‘Fit person’ can be appointed even to administer lands and money endowed for specific purpose, rules Madras High Court

TN HR&CE Dept. can appoint 'Fit Person' to administer endowed lands/money for religious charity. Madras HC rejected argument that Fit Person can only manage religious institution. Lands are endowments as per TN HR&CE Act, 1959. Puducherry-based Devasthanam owned lands in TN. TN HR&CE appointed Fit Person to manage properties. HC…

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PM Modi offers prayers, support to those affected by Cyclone Michaung in TN, AP & Puducherry. CM Stalin seeks ₹5,060 cr interim relief. Schools & colleges in Chennai closed, exams postponed in 4 districts. Madras HC adjourns hearing on PIL against FCU to Jan 10, 2024. O. Panneerselvam urges CM…

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Cyclone Michaung | Prime Minister Modi offers support, prayers

PM Modi offers prayers & support to those affected by Cyclone Michaung in TN, AP & Puducherry. He expresses condolences to families of those who lost loved ones & wishes speedy recovery to those injured. Authorities are working to normalise the situation.

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High waves across east coast due to cyclone: INCOIS-IMD bulletin

Cyclonic storm ‘Michaung’ to bring high waves (3.5-6.6m) and swell heights (3.3m) to Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry coasts. Gales (60-110kmph) and light-heavy rains have also been forecast.

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Morning Digest | Mizoram gears up for counting on December 4; Cyclone Michaung to bring Heavy rain to Tamil Nadu, Puducherry

The Hindu Morning Digest gives a select list of stories to start the day. Read the top news today on December 03, 2023

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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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Cyclone Michaung: SCR cancels 144 trains

SCR cancels 144 trains due to Cyclone Michaung: Trains running in various routes, incl. TN, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Delhi, Howrah, Lucknow, Visakhapatnam, Tirupati, Puducherry, etc. cancelled Dec 3-7 as safety measure.

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Playing pentanque

Petanque, a centuries-old game of French India, is still popular in Puducherry. Played with heavy metal balls, it is a common sight in White Town. It was introduced by the French and is now attracting many youngsters. It is played on the lawns of the French church and the canal.…

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Cyclone alert issued to Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry; SCR cancels trains

INCOIS issues alert for rough seas, high waves (4m) along coasts of AP, Odisha, TN and Puducherry due to cyclone. Heavy wind, storm surges and light-heavy rainfall forecast for 3 days. Fisherfolk warned against venturing into sea; 142 trains cancelled.

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Cyclone Michaung: Rainfall likely in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Odisha, Andaman

Coastal Andhra Pradesh, north-coastal Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Odisha and the Andaman and the Nicobar Islands are likely to experience rainfall, in varying degrees, as cyclone 'Michaung' is predicted to hit the country's eastern coast. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Tamil Nadu rains | As Chennai and its fringes are pounded by torrential rains, IMD issues orange alert; holiday declared for schools

Heavy rain lashed Chennai and its suburbs on Nov 29, causing authorities to declare a holiday for schools in the districts. IMD has issued an orange alert for Chennai and its neighbouring districts on December 2 and 3.

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Second phase of Kashi Tamil Sangamam begins on December 17

Centre announces schedule for second phase of Kashi Tamil Sangamam; IIT Madras launches registration portal. 1400 people from T.N. and Puducherry to travel to Varanasi, Prayagraj and Ayodhya for 8-day tour

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NGT forms panel to analyse cause of sea turning red in Puducherry

NGT forms committee to investigate cause of sea turning red in Puducherry. Panel to comprise CPCB, PPCC, Marine Biology Dept. of University of Puducherry and senior scientist. Report suggests algal bloom or industrial pollution as possible causes. Samples collected on 3 days. Report to be submitted to NGT's southern zone…

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Temple tank’s 80-year wait ends, restored for Maha Deepam

Tiruvannamalai's Arunachaleswarar temple tank, Ayyankulam, reopened after 80 yrs. Minister E.V. Velu & Collector B. Murugesh inaugurated the restored tank. Thuimai Arunai NGO restored the tank, which covers 300 ft. & has 30 granite stairs on each side. Silt deposits were removed & stormwater drains & inlets repaired. Compound wall…

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‘Low pressure likely to form over south Andaman Sea by November 26’

Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal to experience light-moderate rain for 3 days. Heavy rain likely at isolated places in Nilgiris, Coimbatore, Tiruppur, Dindigul, Theni, Madurai, Sivaganga, Virudhunagar, Ramanathapuram, Thoothukudi, Tirunelveli, Tenkasi and Kanniyakumari. Low pressure likely to form over south Andaman Sea, move west-northwestwards and concentrate into depression over south-east…

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Madras High Court to constitute special bench for ensuring early disposal of MP/MLA cases in Tamil Nadu & Puducherry

The Madras High Court is all set to constitute a special bench to ensure early disposal of criminal cases pending against sitting as well as former MPs and MLAs in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry.

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Schools in Karaikal, Puducherry closed today due to rain

Following heavy rains across Tamil Nadu until Wednesday morning, Karaikal District Collector A. Kulothungan has declared a rain holiday for all schools in the district today.

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I-T searches will not stop DMK’s poll victory in T.N., Puducherry, says E.V. Velu

Minister for Public Works, Highways, and Minor Ports E.V. Velu late on Tuesday said the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) would not be intimidated by tactics such as Income Tax (I-T) searches and would win all 40 Lok Sabha seats in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry in the next Lok Sabha election

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NIA arrests 44 alleged human traffickers after searches across 10 States, UTs

In a major crackdown, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Wednesday arrested 44 persons for their alleged involvement in human trafficking, following searches across 10 States and Union Territories in close coordination with the Border Security Force (BSF) and local police.

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Former Puducherry MP and Speaker passes away; three-day State mourning declared

East Coast Hospital, where P. Kannan was admitted with low blood pressure and respiratory illness on November 1, in a release said Kannan died at 9:51 p.m. on November 5 following severe viral pneumonia.

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State Bank of India property show features over 400 projects

SBI, CREDAI Chennai organise 'Griha Shakti 2023' property show. 400+ projects showcased. SBI home loan portfolio in TN/Puducherry ₹62,000 crore, Chennai Zone contributes 50%. Consumers avg. age 30, prefer buying apartments, plots for own homes. COMBO loan introduced. Popular locations Anna Nagar, ECR, OMR, Meenambakkam, Velachery, Ambattur, Guindy. 250+ branches,…

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INDIA bloc is growing stronger, says Stalin

DMK Chief M.K. Stalin urges party cadre to work together to win all 40 Lok Sabha seats in TN & Puducherry in 2024. He calls for action to protect TN & entire country from BJP govt, which CAG report says has committed irregularities of ₹7.5 lakh crore. DMK to distribute…

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Two advocates facing murder cases suspended from practice by Bar Council of T.N. and Puducherry

BCTNP suspends two advocates booked in murder cases, two more for entering court hall inebriated, breaking window panes and threatening court staff. It also holds disciplinary proceedings against four more for various offences and revokes suspension of one advocate.

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IMD announces arrival of NE monsoon over T.N. and Puducherry on Saturday

The monsoon would pick up pace only after the two systems move and dissipate. Most parts of the State would receive light to moderate rains for four or five days.

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Advocates cannot wear jeans, capris, leggings to court, says Bar Council of T.N. and Puducherry

BCI Rules state male advocates must wear black buttoned up coat, chapkan, achkan or black sherwani with white band and advocate’s gown. Women must wear black full sleeve jacket or blouse with white collar, white bands and advocate’s gowns.

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