Tamil Nadu

Stricter Laws for Women’s Safety in Tamil Nadu

January 11, 2025

Recent legislative developments in Tamil Nadu focus on enhancing the legal framework for the protection of women. Chief Minister MK Stalin introduced amendment bills in the Tamil Nadu Assembly aimed at revising punishments for crimes against women. These amendments seek ..

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National Anthem Controversy in Tamil Nadu Assembly

January 7, 2025

On January 6, 2025, Tamil Nadu’s Governor R.N. Ravi left the Legislative Assembly without delivering his customary address. His departure stemmed from the absence of the national anthem before his scheduled speech. This incident echoes a similar refusal from the ..

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Scrub Typhus Outbreak in Tamil Nadu

January 3, 2025

Scrub typhus is a bacterial infection that is currently spreading in Tamil Nadu. Districts such as Chennai, Kanchipuram, Tirupattur, Tiruvallur, Chengalpattu, Ranipet, and Vellore have reported numerous cases. The Public Health Department has issued an alert, urging immediate measures to ..

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Tamil Nadu Unveils India’s First Glass Sea Bridge

January 1, 2025

Tamil Nadu has recently inaugurated a groundbreaking glass bridge over the sea, enhancing connectivity between two landmarks. This development coincides with the silver jubilee celebrations of the Tiruvalluvar Statue, which has become a symbol of cultural pride. Inauguration Details Chief ..

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Tamil Nadu Seeks Mumps Vaccine Inclusion

December 24, 2024

Tamil Nadu is currently experiencing a surge in mumps cases, with reports indicating at least 150 cases each month. The state’s Directorate of Public Health has urged the Government of India to include the mumps vaccine in the Universal Immunisation ..

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Tamil Nadu’s SGST Collections Surge in 2024

November 25, 2024

Tamil Nadu has reported important growth in its State Goods and Services Tax (SGST) collections for the fiscal year 2024-25. The increase stands at 20.12%, the highest among major states of India. Provisional figures indicate collections reached ₹35,414.05 crore, a ..

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Delhi, Rajasthan, and Tamil Nadu Lead in 5-Year Property Tax Growth

November 20, 2024

Municipal corporations (MCs) are crucial for urban governance, which rely heavily on property taxes for revenue. Recent reports highlight important differences in property tax revenue growth across states in India from FY19 to FY24. Property Tax Revenue Trends MCs in ..

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Tamil Nadu’s Green Energy Corridor-II Initiative

November 19, 2024

The Green Energy Corridor-II (GEC-II) Scheme is a project for Tamil Nadu, which aims to enhance the state’s renewable energy transmission capacity. The initiative is part of a larger national effort to integrate renewable energy sources into the grid. The ..

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