Tamil Nadu: Issues Around Disaster Relief Funds from Centre

In December 2023, Tamil Nadu was severely affected by Cyclone Michaung and subsequent floods. The state has filed a suit at the Supreme Court, claiming that the Centre is withholding national disaster relief funds necessary to aid the affected areas. ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2024

Category: States Current Affairs

Keltron Secures Contracts from Tamil Nadu

Kerala State Electronics Development Corporation (Keltron), a state-owned enterprise, has recently secured three significant work orders from the Tamil Nadu government, collectively valued at ₹1,076 crore. The orders, awarded through competitive bidding, involve the establishment of hi-tech IT labs, smart ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2024

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

Tamil Nadu Launches ‘Neengal Nalama’ Beneficiary Outreach Programme

In March 2024, the Tamil Nadu government launched the ‘Neengal Nalama’ (Are you fine?) scheme, a beneficiary outreach programme aimed at reviewing the implementation of flagship schemes and addressing the grievances of the public. The initiative was kicked off by ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2024

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

India’s Second Spaceport to come up in Tamil Nadu

Recently, Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for India’s second spaceport located in Kulasekarapattinam, Tamil Nadu. The ambitious Rs 950 crore facility will complement the existing spaceport in Andhra Pradesh and advance India’s space program. Strategic Location for ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2024

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

VinFast to set up EV plant in Tamil Nadu

Vietnam-based electric vehicle maker VinFast Auto Ltd commenced construction work for establishing a new integrated EV manufacturing unit at Thoothukudi in southern Tamil Nadu where the company has planned to invest ₹4000 crore, spread over 5 years. Ground Breaking Event ..

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs

One-Stop Centers for Disabled Persons in Tamil Nadu

The Tamil Nadu state differently-abled welfare department is setting up 39 One-Stop Centers (OSCs) at the sub-divisional administration level as part of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPWD) Act implementation. OSCs will serve as central district-wise hubs providing comprehensive ..

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Tamil Nadu Assembly Opposes Delimitation and Simultaneous Polls

The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly recently passed resolutions objecting to two major electoral reforms proposed by the central government – delimitation of Lok Sabha and Assembly constituencies and holding simultaneous elections to Lok Sabha and State Assemblies, referred to as ..

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam

Tamil Super Star Vijay founded the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) political party in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry on February 2, 2024 with the slogan Pirappokkum Ellaa Uyirkkum (All are equal by birth). Its headquarters is in Chennai. Vijay stated that ..

Month: Current Affairs - February, 2024

Category: Awards, Honours & Persons in News