Udhayanidhi Stalin responds to BJP's 'nepotism' barb: 'I agree that DMK is...'
Udhayanidhi's father MK Stalin is the DMK chief and currently the CM of Tamil Nadu. His grandfather M Karunanidhi was an iconic figure in Dravidian politics. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesRoyal Enfield to invest Rs 3,000 cr in Tamil Nadu for development of new products
Key provisions of the MoU include the infrastructural support and regulatory facilitation. The government would also prioritise providing uninterrupted power supply and other essential infrastructure support. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Government of Tamil Nadu for their unwavering support, and we are eager to partner with the government and create a positive impact on the community and contribute to the state's overall economic prosperity, he said. Key Points
Economic TimesFoxconn arm denies signing Rs 1,600 crore deal to build facility in Tamil Nadu: Report
Foxconn Industrial Internet (FII) has denied reports of signing a deal with the Tamil Nadu government to develop a new electronic components plant in the southern Indian state. We did not sign any investment agreement, FII was quoted as saying by the Securities Times newspaper, adding the company had issued a statement in July refuting similar rumours. Key Points
Economic TimesTamil Nadu NEET UG 2023 Counselling: Registration begins, link here
Tamil Nadu NEET UG 2023 Counselling registration begins. Candidates can apply through direct link given below. Key Points
Hindustan TimesCM Stalin is duplicitous, anti-democratic, says Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
BJP senior leader and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has accused Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin of being duplicitous regarding the arrest of Minister V. Senthilbalaji by the Enforcement Directorate Key Points
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Give NDA 25+ seats in Tamil Nadu, says Shah
Union home minister and senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Amit Shah has called for at least 25 National Democratic Alliance (NDA) leaders to be elected from Tamil Nadu to Parliament in the 2024 general election. Speaking at a rally in Vellore, Shah also accused the Congress-Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) combine in the state of corruption and nepotism. Tamil Nadu has 39 Lok Sabha seats, with the DMK coalition winning 38 in the 2019 elections. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesOdisha train accident | T.N. announces one day of State mourning; ex-gratia of ₹5 lakh to families of deceased
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Saturday announced an ex-gratia of ₹5 lakh to the families of those deceased, and ₹1 lakh to those injured, from Tamil Nadu in the train accident involving three trains near Balasore in Odisha, in which the death toll has now crossed 230. Key Points
The HinduCovid 19: Cases rise but experts say no cause for worry
Deaths are trending up too, but numbers are very low so far. As in the past, Maharashtra, Kerala, Gujarat, Karnataka, Delhi and Tamil Nadu are worst hit. Himachal Pradesh, the most vaccinated state, is witnessing a surprise increase, likely because it is a tourist hotspot. Key Points
Economic TimesUP BJP spokesperson booked in TN over ‘migrant workers being killed’ tweet
Umrao was booked for allegedly creating enmity between the people based on region and language. Meanwhile, a Tamil Nadu police officer aware of the investigation said, “A team has been sent to arrest Umrao.” | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesStalin speaks to Nitish amid 'fake news' of attacks on Biharis in Tamil Nadu
The Bihar-Tamil Nadu offensive has snowballed into a political row with the Bihar BJP demanding Nitish Kumar's resignation over ‘fake reports’ of Bihari migrants being persecuted in Tamil Nadu. Tamil Nadu BJP, on the other hand, attacked DMK and said DMK stands for such north-south division. | Latest News India Key Points
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Tamil Nadu NEET PG 2023 Counselling: Registration begins, link here
Tamil Nadu NEET PG 2023 Counselling registration begins at tnmedicalselection.net. Direct link to apply here. Key Points
Hindustan TimesTN govt keen on upgrading EV infrastructure in state: Industries Minister
Chennai, Dec 29 (PTI) The Tamil Nadu government is in discussions with the state electricity board to set up charging facilities along arterial roads and highways, Minister for Industries T R B Rajaa said. The government has also instructed electric vehicle manufacturers also to invest in charging stations, he said. The move comes in the […] Key Points
ThePrintTamil Nadu BJP state secretary SG Suryah arrested in Madurai; K Annamalai calls it 'anti-democratic trend'
Tamil Nadu BJP secretary SG Suryah was arrested early on Saturday morning in Madurai. The reasons for his arrest are unclear. Key Points
India TodayStalin unveils foundation stone for Mitsubishi’s ₹1,891 project in Tiruvallur district
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin unveiled the foundation stone for Mitsubishi Electric India’s factory in Tiruvallur, which is expected to generate employment for over 2,000 people. Key Points
The HinduFocus is on jobs while attracting investments: TN industry minister
Highlighting recent successes like the Global Investors Meet, state minister for industries, investment promotion and commerce T.R.B. Rajaa highlights Tamil Nadu's competitive advantages, including its robust infrastructure and skilled workforce Key Points
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BJP says 'happy birthday, Stalin' but in 'his favourite language' after ad row
MK Stalin received a Happy Birthday message from the BJP but it was in Mandarin. Here's why. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesElectronics exports from Tamil Nadu touch $7.37 billion
India Business News: Tamil Nadu has continued to consolidate its position as India’s leading exporter of electronic goods with its value touching $7.37 billion for the period April 2023 to January 2024. The state’s export of electronic goods is expected to hit $9 billion by the end of this financial year. Learn more about the growth of electronics exports from Tamil Nadu and the state's efforts to tap the sector's potential. Key Points
Times Of IndiaMK Stalin-led Tamil Nadu govt 'banned' live telecast of Ayodhya Ram mandir consecration: FM Nirmala Sitharaman
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman accuses Tamil Nadu government of banning live telecast of Ayodhya Ram Mandir consecration ceremony. The state administration had denied the claim. Key Points
mintUnion Environment Ministry grants final approval for Kalaignar pen monument in Bay of Bengal; lays down 15 conditions
The Union Ministry of Environment has provided Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) clearance for the Tamil Nadu government’s proposal to construct Muthamizh Arignar Dr .Kalaignar pen monument in Bay of Bengal, off the Marina beach near Triplicane in Chennai, with 15 conditions. Key Points
The HinduSC takes note of HPC report, permits Vedanta to carry out upkeep of its closed Tuticorin plant
The top court took note of the July 2022 report of the High Powered Committee, set up by the Tamil Nadu government, for carrying out a 'Civil and Structural Safety Integrity Assessment Study' of the plant. At least 13 people were killed and several injured on May 22, 2018 when police had opened fire on a huge crowd of people protesting against environment pollution being allegedly caused by the factory. Key Points
Economic TimesGSK Velu reappointed as FICCI TN unit Chairman for 2024
Chennai, Mar 7 (PTI) Chairman and Managing Director of Trivitron Group of Companies GSK Velu was re-appointed as head of industry body FICCI’s Tamil Nadu unit for the year 2024. Velu, also the Chairman of city-based Neuberg Diagnostics, is a director and shareholder of healthcare major Kauvery Hospital group. Meanwhile, Swathy Rohit, Founder and CEO […] Key Points
ThePrintDid not prohibit Ram Temple celebrations, MK Stalin govt tells Madras HC
The judge heard the matter in his chambers at 9.30am, an hour before the court opens, on an urgent writ petition filed by one L Ganapathy in Chennai. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesHeavy rain to continue in Kerala, Tamil Nadu; landslides, mudslides hit Nilgiris
The weather department has warned of thunderstorms with lightning in one or two places in Kerala on November 24. Some districts of Tamil Nadu are also likely to receive rain. Key Points
India TodayCauvery dispute: Supreme Court constitutes Bench to hear water-sharing dispute; experts call for “distress formula” for rain-deficit years
The Supreme Court today agreed to constitute a Bench to hear the Cauvery river water-sharing dispute between Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. The Tamil Nadu government had moved the apex court seeking fresh directions for the release of Cauvery water to Karnataka. The Karnataka government also filed an app Key Points
The Tribune IndiaTamil Nadu 10th Result 2023 Declared: Overall pass percentage at 91.39%
TN Class 10th Result 2023 Declared: The result was declared before the schedule. It was supposed to be released at 10 am. The result link is active, students can check their results from the official website— dge.tn.nic.in or tnresults.nic.in. Key Points
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