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Tamil Nadu CM condemns Karnataka forest dept 'killing' three 'Tamils', says explanation unacceptable

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay condemned the killing of three Tamils by Karnataka forest officials. He called the explanation provided by the department unacceptable and demanded a high-level probe. The incident occurred in the Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary area on August 15. Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar ordered…

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Tamil Nadu CM Vijay marks 100 days, highlights welfare push, farm relief and Rs 1 lakh crore investment commitments

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay marks 100 days, highlights welfare push, farm relief and Rs 1 lakh crore investment commitments

Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay marked 100 days of governance. The government launched welfare schemes for women and students. Farmer support included crop loan waivers and incentives for sugarcane. Investment commitments reached one lakh crore rupees. The administration also focused on transparent governance and drug trafficking control.

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Karnataka government to protect livelihood of farmers, abide by law on releasing Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu

Karnataka government to protect livelihood of farmers, abide by law on releasing Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu

Karnataka's Chief Minister D K Shivakumar grapples with a complex challenge around Cauvery water management. He is determined to safeguard the livelihoods of local farmers while fulfilling the state's legal obligations for water release. Furthermore, the government remains steadfast in its commitment to the Mekedatu project. Addressing concerns regarding a…

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Supreme Court to hear on Monday Tamil Nadu's plea for directions to Karnataka to release Cauvery water

The Supreme Court will hear Tamil Nadu's plea for Cauvery water release on Monday. Tamil Nadu seeks immediate release of its due share from Karnataka. The state government claims Karnataka is releasing significantly less water than allocated. Reservoir levels in Karnataka are sufficient to meet Tamil Nadu's water needs.

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Vijay vows Centre cooperation but says Tamil Nadu will oppose curbs on state rights

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay pledged cooperation with the Union government on administrative matters. He asserted opposition to policies infringing upon the state's rights and principles. The government is actively working to eliminate corruption and ensure transparent governance for all citizens. Several welfare schemes are being continued and…

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Why Pancreatitis Is Alarmingly Common in India and What Your Diet and Alcohol Habits Have to Do With It

The numbers nobody talks aboutIndia accounts for a disproportionate share of acute pancreatitis cases in Asia, and the burden is growing. A 2019 study published in the Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology found that tropical chronic pancreatitis, a form almost exclusive to South and Southeast Asia, affects an estimated 125…

Why can't state govt provide employment: SC stays order of HC on govt jobs to relatives of Karur stampede victims

The Supreme Court has stayed a Madras High Court order. This order had previously quashed government jobs for stampede victims' relatives. The High Court had cited concerns about opening floodgates for similar demands. Justices Pardiwala and Chandran issued notices to the Tamil Nadu chief secretary. The bench questioned the petitioner's…

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Stanley hospital viral video: Chennai hospital worker leaves boiled eggs besides patients at bed

Stanley hospital viral video: Chennai hospital worker leaves boiled eggs besides patients at bed

A viral video showing boiled eggs being left beside patients at Chennai’s Government Stanley Hospital has sparked questions over patient care, even as the Tamil Nadu government defended the worker and cited an alleged extortion attempt.

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Nine Indian fishermen arrested by Sri Lankan Navy; TN CM urges Jaishankar to intervene

Nine Indian fishermen arrested by Sri Lankan Navy; TN CM urges Jaishankar to intervene

In a plea for immediate action, Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay of Tamil Nadu has called on the Centre to intervene diplomatically regarding the recent seizure of nine Indian fishermen and their vessel by Sri Lankan authorities. This incident is the second in August, heightening concerns among the coastal fishing…

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Tamil Nadu CM Vijay writes to PM Modi, seeks permanent freeze on Lok Sabha strength at 543 seats

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay writes to PM Modi, seeks permanent freeze on Lok Sabha strength at 543 seats

Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister has urged the Prime Minister to permanently fix Lok Sabha seats. He also requested women's reservation implementation without linking it to delimitation. Southern states fear reduced representation after the upcoming delimitation exercise. This exercise is based on updated census data and could expand the Lok Sabha.…

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51-year-old Tamil Nadu man with 2 PhDs, MBA clears NEET to become doctor 34 years after class 12

51-year-old Tamil Nadu man with 2 PhDs, MBA clears NEET to become doctor 34 years after class 12

After 34 years, a 51-year-old man from Tamil Nadu has successfully passed the NEET, reigniting his aspiration to become a medical doctor. Currently holding two PhDs and an MBA, he has previously worked in the pharmaceutical industry. His wife played an instrumental role in maintaining his rigorous study schedule, enabling…

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Weather Tomorrow August 14: Heavy rain forecast across Delhi, UP, J&K, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka and Bengal as IMD warns of active monsoon conditions

Weather Tomorrow August 14: Heavy rain forecast across Delhi, UP, J&K, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka and Bengal as IMD warns of active monsoon conditions

Weather Tomorrow August 14, 2026: On August 14, 2026, the monsoon is set to unleash its fury across India, with heavy to very heavy rainfall anticipated in various states, particularly in the eastern and central territories. Thunderstorms will sweep through the northern and western parts as well. Coastal regions should…

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Karnataka bandh against Cauvery water release to Tamil Nadu loses momentum

Karnataka bandh against Cauvery water release to Tamil Nadu loses momentum

A Karnataka bandh against Cauvery water release saw protests in Mandya and detentions elsewhere. Major cities like Bengaluru remained largely unaffected as support for the bandh withdrew. Activist Vatal Nagaraj was taken into preventive custody before planned protests could begin. Farmers protested in Mandya, carrying empty pots and horse gram…

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BharatBenz gets Rs 4,000 crore boost as Daimler India expands in Tamil Nadu

BharatBenz gets Rs 4,000 crore boost as Daimler India expands in Tamil Nadu

Daimler India Commercial Vehicles plans a significant Rs 4,000 crore investment in Tamil Nadu. This expansion will strengthen its BharatBenz brand and create approximately 400 new jobs. The investment aims to enhance product development and manufacturing capabilities for rising domestic demand.

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Hinduja Group commits Rs 2,500 cr investment in Tamil Nadu

Hinduja Group plans a significant Rs 2,500 crore investment across its Tamil Nadu businesses. This includes renewable energy projects and electric mobility solutions. The group will develop over 200 MW of clean energy generation capacity. Electric buses will be operationalised for public transport in the state.

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Cauvery water war: Karnataka bandh brings a long-running feud to the fore again

In Karnataka, protests arose after the authorities ordered the state to release Tamil Nadu's share of Cauvery water. Karnataka has cited its own needs while taking issue with the comission's water-sharing order. TN, on its part, has dug in its heels too even as the issue with a long historical…

Nilgiri Elephant Corridors: Why India's Largest Elephant Population Is Losing Its Migration Routes

The World's Largest Asian Elephant Population Lives HereThe Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, spanning Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Kerala, holds an estimated 6,000 to 8,000 Asian elephants, the single largest population of the species anywhere on earth. That number sounds like a conservation success. The reality is more complicated. Asian elephants (Elephas…

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Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu: Karnataka to decide future course after SC hearing, says minister

Karnataka faces challenges releasing 12,000 cusecs of Cauvery water daily to Tamil Nadu. The state awaits a Supreme Court hearing to determine its future course of action. Officials discussed the matter with the Chief Minister and legal advocates in Delhi. Karnataka argues the requested water release is inappropriate given its…

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Cauvery water dispute: SC to hear on August 17 pleas urging direction to Karnataka to release water to Tamil Nadu

The Supreme Court will hear Tamil Nadu's plea on August 17. This hearing concerns Karnataka's compliance with Cauvery water release orders. The matter was postponed due to a judge's illness, which caused a delay. Tamil Nadu seeks enforcement of the Cauvery Water Management Authority's directives. The court aims to ensure…

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Karnataka Bandh 2026: Will schools, banks, offices, train, taxi, buses, markets remain closed? Here's all you should know

Karnataka Bandh 2026 will be observed on August 13 from 6 am to 6 pm over the Cauvery water dispute and demands linked to the Mekedatu, Mahadayi and Kalasa-Banduri projects. Schools, offices and essential services are expected to remain open, while transport, shops and inter-state travel may face disruptions.

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Tamil Nadu Assembly passes resolution seeking abolition of NEET, BJP stages walkout

The Tamil Nadu Assembly adopted a resolution urging the Union government to scrap NEET. This resolution advocates for UG medical course admissions based on class 12 marks. It stated that NEET undermines opportunities for rural and disadvantaged students. Most parties supported the resolution, while the BJP MLA opposed it. The…

These Five Sacred Temples Prove That Shiva's Divine Presence Has Never Left India

Kedarnath: The Mountain Does Not Care If You BelieveYou arrive at Kedarnath after sixteen kilometres of altitude that strips everything from you, your comfort, your breath, your sense of what your body can do. The stone shrine sits at 3,583 metres, surrounded by peaks that have no interest in human…

Five Jyotirlinga Temples Across India Where Shiva's Presence Still Stops You Cold

Kashi Vishwanath, VaranasiYou will smell the marigolds before you see the spire. Kashi Vishwanath sits inside the old city's warren of lanes so narrow that two people with bags cannot pass each other without turning sideways, and by the time you reach the sanctum you have already been jostled, blessed,…

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Motor insurance bills could feel the pinch as insurers crack down on third-party fraud

Motor insurers are intensifying efforts to curb third-party claim fraud as rising court awards and more uninsured vehicles increase pressure on the segment, potentially affecting insurance costs. Go Digit secured a Madras High Court order for district-level probes in Tamil Nadu into fraudulent claims, while insurers also face higher liabilities…

South Central 87: Udhayanidhi’s arrest and Union government’s Meta crackdown

Has the recent arrest of Tamil Nadu Leader of Opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin strengthened his political standing, or did the young TVK government make a political miscalculation?

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