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Tamil Nadu Tackles Invasive Plant Threat

November 15, 2024

The Tamil Nadu Forest Department is dealing with a new ecological problem caused by an invasive plant called Senna tora. This plant, originally from Central America, has been found in the Mudumalai Tiger Reserve and nearby areas, which may harm ..

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Tamil Nadu Land Act Sparks Controversy Over Water Bodies

November 6, 2024

The Tamil Nadu Land Consolidation (for Special Projects) Act, 2023, was enacted on October 18, 2024. It aims to facilitate land acquisition for major infrastructure projects. However, the Act has ignited controversy among various stakeholders, including environmentalists and farmers’ groups. ..

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Tamil Nadu Court Advances Invasive Species Eradication Efforts

November 5, 2024

The Madras High Court reported progress in eradicating exotic and invasive species from Tamil Nadu’s forests. The focus is on a specific invasive species, Senna spectabilis, which is set to be completely removed by October 1, 2025. This initiative is ..

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Tamil Nadu Declares Heatwave a State Disaster

November 4, 2024

The Tamil Nadu government declared heatwaves a State-specific disaster. This decision aims to provide relief for those affected by extreme heat. It includes financial aid for families of heat-related fatalities and interim measures to manage heat impacts. Funding will come ..

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16th Century Copper Inscriptions Discovered in Tamil Nadu

October 22, 2024

A remarkable archaeological find has emerged in Mappedu village, Tiruvallur district. Two copper plate inscriptions from the 16th Century CE were discovered at the Sri Singeeswarar temple. This discovery occurred during a routine inspection of temple lockers. The lockers are ..

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Tamil Nadu Finalises Oil Spill Contingency Plan for Coastline

October 19, 2024

In January 2024, after an oil spill in Ennore, Thiruvallur district, the Tamil Nadu government introduced a detailed plan to handle future oil spills. This plan focuses on four coastal districts that are at high risk of oil spills and ..

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Butterfly Migration Thrives In Tamil Nadu’s Western Ghats

October 5, 2024

Tamil Nadu recently saw a massive migration of butterflies from the Danainae sub-family, specifically the species called ‘tigers and crows.’ These butterflies moved from the Eastern Ghats (a mountain range in India) toward the Western Ghats. This migration in 2023 ..

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Tamil Nadu Sanctions ₹500 Crore For Irrigation Tank Rejuvenation

September 11, 2024

The Tamil Nadu government has approved ₹500 crore to rejuvenate 5,000 minor irrigation tanks in rural areas. This project is aimed at improving water storage and managing local water resources, especially for agriculture. The project will receive ₹250 crore from ..

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