Actor Vijay's Mega Rally In Madurai: High On Rhetoric, But Is It On Strategy?
Actor-turned-politician Vijay is at the peak of his popularity, and his star power rivals the pinnacle of such frenzy for the most powerful of superstars that Tamil cinema has seen.
Watch: Its official: Vijay declares TVK vs DMK fight in 2026
From Madurai, actor-turned-politician Vijay announced that the 2026 Assembly polls will be a direct contest between his Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam and the DMK. Declaring his candidature from Madurai East, he launched sharp attacks on both DMK and BJP while pledging people-centric governance.
Farmers in Madurai complain about irregularities in paddy procurement
TVKs first conference changed political climate of Tamil Nadu, says Vijay
The TVK chief says the second conference in Madurai is to declare with confidence that the State will definitely face change of guard after the 2026 Assembly election
HC grants bail to four persons involved in Madurai property tax scam
Vijay almost breaks down as fans shower love at Madurai event
Tamil superstar Thalapathy Vijay, preparing for a political career, recently held a massive gathering in Madurai, and was overwhelmed by the outpouring of love from his fans. His parents were also present at the event and looked proud. Soon, the video of Vijay's emotional moment went viral on the internet.
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Vijay Announces TVKs Solo Debut in 2026
At Madurai rally, actor-politician rules out alliances with DMK, BJP; vows people-centric agenda for 2026 polls
Lions roar in Madurai: Vijay vows statewide fight in 2026 Tamil Nadu polls
Actor-politician Vijay used his partys second state-level conference at Parapathi in Madurai district on Thursday to launch a sharp political offensive, positioning TVK as an alternative force while attacking all three major players in Tamil Nadu politics, the BJP, DMK and AIADMK. There will be no alliance, he reiterated, underscoring that the 2026 election in Tamil Nadu will be between the DMK and the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam. The TVK leader framed the BJP as his partys ideological adversary, accusing it of neglecting Tamil Nadus interests and aligning with the RSS for appeasement. He invoked issues ranging from the arrest of Tamil Nadu fishermen and the demand for Katchatheevus return to opposition against NEET, suggesting that the Centre was indifferent to the states needs. He also alleged discrimination against minorities, warning that Tamils would not attach themselves to the BJP despite its calculations for the 2029 elections. Vijay also accused that the BJP is hiding the findings of Keezhadi. Vijay saved some of his sharpest words for the DMK government, accusing Chief Minister M K Stalin of betraying women, farmers and fishermen. He dismissed the states flagship cash transfer scheme as inadequate and accused Stalin of deceiving vulnerable sections. His repeated reference to the chief minister as uncle carried challenge, underscoring his intent to position himself against the ruling partys leadership. For the first time, he turned his criticism on the AIADMK, questioning its state after M G Ramachandrans death and hinting at compromises with the BJP whenever its leaders came under central scrutiny. This shift marked a clear break from his earlier avoidance of direct confrontation with the party founded by MGR. Throughout his address, Vijay leaned heavily on symbolism and imagery to project himself as a singular force in Tamil Nadu politics. Comparing himself to a lion whose roar resonates far and wide, he suggested that TVK was the unstoppable voice of the people, while dismissing critics and sceptics who doubted his political journey from cinema to public life. A lion is always a lion - the king of the jungle - though there are so many animals like jackals in the forest, he said and added this description was a clear declaration. He reminded supporters of the resistance he faced at every stage, from doubts about whether he would enter politics at all, to questions over his ability to launch a party, to criticism of his first manaadu . Yet, he portrayed each challenge as fuel for his resolve, presenting TVK as a movement that could not be subdued. Turning to Madurais cultural and political legacy, Vijay evoked the imagery of Jallikattu, the Meenakshi Amman temple and the Vaigai river, while drawing parallels with the late Vijaykanth, who also hailed from the region. Vijay hinted that political history was poised to repeat itself, predicting that the 2026 elections could mirror the landmark verdicts of 1967, when the DMK first came to power, and 1977, when M G Ramachandran led the AIADMK to a sweeping victory. Signalling his ambitions, he declared that TVK would contest all 234 constituencies in Tamil Nadu. By casting his candidacy across the entire state, he sought to underline that TVKs fight was not limited to a few pockets but aimed at statewide transformation.
Naan Aanai Itaal... Vijay Sings MGRs Iconic Song At TVks Mega Rally In Madurai | Tamil Nadu News
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Actor Vijay's Supporter Dies On Way To TVK's Mega Madurai Rally
A 33-year-old supporter of Tamil actor and politician Vijay died today while travelling to attend the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) mega state conference in Madurai.
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) founder Vijay is scheduled to address thousands of cadres and supporters at the second State conference of the party at Parapathi, in Madurai
TVK state conference in Madurai LIVE: Thousands flock to venue ahead of Vijays speech
Mr. Vijay is scheduled to address the cadres walking up and down on a 300-metre-long ramp constructed in the middle of the venue
All Set for TVK Conference in Madurai Today
Though the premises was bustling with visitors and media persons on Wednesday itself, the flag mast that came down crashing damaged only a parked car
The petitioner said there was a delay in registering the case and action was being taken against low profile persons and not the real culprits
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The iron pole he was carrying touched the overhead cable when he was trying to erect a hoarding in connection with the TVK meet, scheduled to be held in Madurai
New police outpost opened near Tirumalai Nayak Palace in Madurai
Vijay's TVK Invokes CN Annadurai, MG Ramachandran Ahead Of Party's Madurai Meet
As TVK gears up for its conference in Madurai on August 21, the party is making a pointed political statement by invoking the legacies of DMK founder CN Annadurai and AIADMK founder MG Ramachandran.
Madurai Ladies Circle holds district-level sports meet for persons with disabilities
Activist demands transparency in functioning of T.N. SC/ST Commission
Based on an reply to RTI queries, an activist based in Madurai says the functioning of the Commission should be transparent and its data should be placed in public domain
Vijay Rallies Cadre Ahead Of Madurai Meet, Predicts TVK Win In 2026 Polls
TVK Chief and actor Vijay issued a rallying call to cadre ahead of the party's state conference in Madurai on August 21, declaring that the 2026 Assembly polls will mark a turning point in Tamil Nadu's political history.
Kannagi statue in Chennai: an embodiment of justice and wrath caught up in controversy
A character in the epic Silappadhikaram, Kannagi is known for cursing the city of Madurai and burning it down as revenge for the unjust execution of her husband Kovalan
An embodiment of justice and wrath caught up in controversy
A character in the epic Silappadhikaram, Kannagi is known for cursing the city of Madurai and burning it down as revenge for the unjust execution of her husband Kovalan
Save MKU Coalition urges government to release adequate funds to revive Madurai Kamaraj University
CII Madurais vision document 2035 opens up new vistas for the region
Madurai youths organs harvested, donated
Gokulashtami celebrated in Madurai
Non closure of railway gate; driver alerts gatekeeper on Rameswaram-Madurai stretch
Nearly 5 lakh board buses from Chennai ahead of I-Day; 18 omnibuses fined
CHENNAI: More than five lakh people travelled from Chennai to various parts of Tamil Nadu on government buses between Wednesday and Friday, ahead of the weekend and extended holidays. According to officials from the state transport department, between Wednesday and 3 am on Friday, 3.13 lakh commuters travelled from Chennai on 5,780 buses, including 1,596 special services. On Friday alone, around 1.6 lakh people travelled from KCBT, Madhavaram, and CMBT, said an official. To meet the surge in demand for destinations such as Tiruvannamalai, Tindivanam, Cuddalore, and other northern districts, the Villupuram division of TNSTC hired private buses. These buses, operated from KCBT, were deployed to handle high-traffic routes. Based on reservation patterns, private operators were kept on standby and ran services at government fares, the official added. Major routes, including GST Road, Chennai Bypass, ECR, and OMR, saw heavy congestion from Thursday, with vehicle queues stretching up to two kilometres on GST Road during peak hours in both directions. Meanwhile, omni buses ferried around 1.3 lakh commuters on Thursday and Friday. With demand soaring, ticket prices on several routes including Chennai - Madurai, Chennai - Coimbatore and others touched Rs 4,000. Following passenger complaints, Meenambakkam RTO officials inspected omni buses at Kilambakkam, imposing fines totalling Rs 1.26 lakh on 18 vehicles for violations such as expired insurance, unauthorised luggage transport, lack of pollution certificates, and permit breaches. Excess fares collected from passengers were retrieved from the operators and refunded on the spot.
Patriotic fervour and gaiety mark Independence Day celebrations in Madurai
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Nagaland Governor La Ganesan passes away at 80
CHENNAI: Governor of Nagaland and former MP and State president of Tamil Nadu BJP La Ganesan passed away here at a private hospital on Friday evening. He was 80. Ganesan has been in the hospital since August 8 after he reportedly sustained a head injury at his residence in T Nagar. He was rushed to the hospital in an unconscious state, following which he underwent a surgery as well. His mortal remains will be placed at his T Nagar residence for the political leaders and others to pay their last respects. Born on February 16, 1945, in Thanjavur, Ganesan was attracted at an early age by the ideologies of the Rashtriya Swayam Sangh (RSS) since his father and brothers were associated with the RSS. In 1970, Ganesan became a full-time Pracharak of the RSS, and for about 20 years, Ganesan served the Sangh in various capacities in Nagercoil, Madurai and other places. He joined the BJP in 1991 and became an organising secretary of the State unit. Through this position, he played a key role in shaping the affairs of the Tamil Nadu BJP. After 10 years, Ganesan was elevated as the national secretary of the BJP. Besides, he also served as one of the national vice presidents for two years. Between 2006 and 2009, Ganesan served as the president of the Tamil Nadu BJP. For nearly two decades, Ganesan has been heading Portramarai, a literary and cultural organisation which organises speeches by well-known personalities on literary topics. In 2016, Ganesan was elected to the Rajya Sabha from Madhya Pradesh. He was appointed as the Governor of Manipur on August 27, 2021 and served in the post till February 19, 2023. He was also given an additional charge as the Governor of West Bengal between July 2022 and November 2022. From February 2023, Ganesan has been serving as the 21st Governor Governor of Nagaland. Although deeply rooted in the ideologies of the BJP and RSS, Ganesan was known for maintaining cordial and friendly relationships with leaders across the political spectrum, including both the Dravidian parties in Tamil Nadu. Due to his literary leanings, he maintained a close relationship with late Chief Minister and DMK president M Karunanidhi in particular
Station Booking Agents to be appointed in 25 railway stations in Madurai division
Madurai Mayors husband Pon Vasanth remanded in judicial custody
Madurai Mayors husband arrested in property tax scam hospitalised
Rajinikanth gets a temple in TN: Exploring a shrine for the Superstar in Madurai
S Karthik, a diehard fan of Rajinikanth, has built a temple for the actor in his home in Thirumangalam near Madurai, complete with two stone sculptures, incense, aartis, and abishegams
After Supreme Court's Stray Dog Order For Delhi-NCR, Madras High Court's Big Hint | News18
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Property tax scam: SIT arrests husband of Madurai Mayor Indrani in Chennai
On Monday night, the SIT arrested a former Madurai Corporation Assistant Commissioner in Thoothukudi
After Top Court's Stray Dog Order For Delhi, Madras High Court's Big Hint
The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court on Tuesday said it would consider directing the Tamil Nadu government to implement in the state the Supreme Court's order on managing street dogs in Delhi.
Minister hands over ration items to public under Thayumanavarscheme in Madurai
Pulling Woman's Hand Not Offence If Criminal Intent Not Proven: High Court
The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court has acquitted a man convicted in 2018 for allegedly molesting a mentally challenged woman.
Supreme Court upholds Madras HC order to remove political flagpoles from public places
NEW DELHI: In an important decision, the Supreme Court has rejected an appeal and upheld the order of the Madras High Court directing political parties and other organisations to remove permanent flagpoles erected by them in public places, including national highways and government lands. A bench of Justices JK Maheshwari and Vijay Bishnoi pronounced the order recently after hearing an appeal filed by Kathiravan challenging the HCs judgment. The petitioners counsel challenged the direction and argued that the HC had passed a variety of directions, though the relief sought in the underlying case was limited. After hearing his submission, Justice Maheshwari asked, How can you use government land for political benefits? The court also stressed that the scope of High Court jurisdiction under Article 226 of the Constitution is wide in nature, and dismissed the appeal. The root of the litigation is the order passed by Justice GK Ilanthiraiyan of the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court on January 27, 2025, to remove flagpoles installed by political parties, communal organisations and others in public places within 12 weeks. After removal of flagpoles, the authorities concerned are directed to recover the cost of removal of flagpoles from the respective political parties, the judge had said. An appeal filed against the order was rejected by a division bench headed by Justice J Nisha Banu in March. The HC had held that any public place such as corner of the street, pavement, junction of the road, junction, bus stop and other public-use places are meant for the usage of general public. Therefore, no one has any right to erect any flagpoles by obstructing public users . Erection of flagpole rank encroachment The high court had held therefore, the erection of flagpole in such spaces is nothing but rank encroachment. The HC had passed the orders on a plea filed by Kathiravan challenging an order of the Assistant Divisional Engineer rejecting his request to erect a flag pole of the AIADMK at Palanganatham in Madurai city. 12-week deadline set by hc The Madurai Bench of the Madras HC on January 27, 2025 ordered removal of flagpoles installed by political parties, communal organisations and others in public places within 12 weeks. The court had also asked the state to frame rules for erection of flagpoles on private land
Inside the working women's world
Close your eyes. What do you imagine when you think of a working girl? Thats how Working Girls begins. And with that, filmmaker Paromita Vohra cracks open the polished office door and walks us straight into the unseen, underpaid, and often unspoken world of womens labour in India from sex work to surrogacy, erotic dance to domestic care. The documentary film crafts a moving, irreverent, and deeply political portrait of the women who keep the country running yet remain invisible in policy, pay, and prestige. Paromita is a filmmaker and writer whose work focuses on gender, feminism, urban life, love, desire, and popular culture. Her films include Q2P , Wheres Sandra , Partners in Crime, Morality TV and the Loving Jehad . Directed by Paromita in collaboration with the Laws of Social Reproduction project, Working Girls is a genre-defying, visually layered documentary. It has been criss-crossing the country with recent screenings in Delhi, Bengaluru and Chennai, and upcoming ones in Hyderabad and Kolkata. When you think of a working girl, you do not think of Kaushalya? she asks, referring to the Karagattam dancer from Madurai in the films opening sequence. This absence is the films central provocation: to expand our collective imagination of what it means to work and who gets to be called a worker. Behind the title While Working Women may evoke white collar respectability, Paromita went with Working Girls as a title to smuggle in cheekiness, discomfort, and resistance. This mischievous undertone permeates the films language, visuals, music, and intertextual references. Aadal Paadal dancers in Tamil Nadu getting ready backstage The filmmaker, for instance, avoids the kind of music documentaries often use to stir sympathy or emotion. Instead, the soundtrack is cheeky and upbeat, giving the scenes an energy that frames the women, not as passive subjects in need of pity, but as active agents confident, resourceful, and working the system to their advantage. At the same time, the tone subtly reminds the viewer of the inequitable society they are forced to navigate. The filmmakers signature playfulness, drawing from her years of creating Agents of Ishq , her award-winning multimedia platform for sex, love and desire in India, shines through the upbeat soundtrack and animated sequences. She also credits the platform and says, I think I got a lot of practice in the last 10 years because many people shared their personal essays about their intimate lives on Agents of Ishq and it really showed me how one person can tell a very big story. It helped me understand that in just two scenes, one can evoke a whole world of emotions. Unlimited lives To understand Working Girls is also to trace it back to Unlimited Girls , Paromitas landmark 2002 documentary on feminism in urban India. That film upended the documentary form with a feminist chatroom, big ads and cool music. I was young, 30 years old, growing up in a post-liberalisation world of the 90s as someone who was also deeply engaged with feminism, she recalls. But something was missing in public discourse: Love, desire, sex, just what it is to be an individual woman roaming around in the world living this feminist life. Unlimited Girls brought that inner, personal terrain into the public realm. I never saw it as going against what came before me, rather it was about adding to it, she says. Feminism, for Paromita, is always in the making. Its always imperfect, always becoming. Politics by nature is imperfect. That openness, where feminist thought could be funny, complex, even romantic, has laid the foundation for her latest work. If the former foregrounded the feminist self, the latter roots that self in a web of economic, legal, and caste realities. Individual journeys exist in political context, Paromita remarks, about how the journey from Unlimited Girls to Working Girls is a political one with unflinching gazes, collective spirit, spontaneous laughter and moments of solitude. The larger context in her work, she describes, is that of great hardship and adversity. That, she also says, often made her feel a bit heavy. When I would come back from a shoot, I would feel that this is so tough and question, How is it going to get any better?. Because we dont see, in our own experiences with the system and of peoples social attitude, the compassion that is necessary. We dont see the change we need to see to make this society more equitable. I used to find that disheartening but at the same time, to stay disheartened is not a political option, she says adding, I have realised that I have to find it in myself to hold on to belief, faith, and hope. I have to keep pushing, thinking, and finding ways to engage with worlds which are wider than mine and practice a certain level of solidarity with other realities. Collaborating with The Laws of Social Reproduction project and their research was a chance to do so. Law, labour, respectability Paromita is keenly aware that legal frameworks shape how we value womens work and how we judge it. People always think law is automatically progressive. But if we have more laws, do we have more freedom? she asks. Kaushalyas work as a Karagattam performer is often labelled vulgar or obscene. Paromita notes that these judgements are rooted in colonial morality. Behind the scenes of an interview with Sister Lissy, Telangana convener of the National Platform for Domestic Workers The sex worker also became outlawed at the same time as homosexuality, she points out. Weve fought to overturn Article 377. But who is fighting for the erotic dancers or sex workers? Nobody, right? This intersectional critique runs throughout the film, from ASHA workers demanding fair pay, to domestic workers whose care work is essential but rarely recognised. The films animated segments are a running thread laced with humour that only makes the history of law sting all the more helping us understand how these prejudices began with colonial law and continue to this day. Feminism minus hashtags To think about care work, Paromita reminds us, is really a way of thinking about class and gender and especially of thinking about caste. She expresses her frustration with the flabby conversations on social media in the last 10 years, wherein feminism has been strongly appropriated by corporate communication and packaged as only being about the individual womans ambition. She stresses the importance of class consciousness and a connection with on-ground activists, citing the example of the successful ASHA workers strike in Kerala, which received little to no coverage online or in the news. The film is an opportunity to reintegrate these complex conversations and celebrate the multiplicity of being a working girl. After all, she reminds, Thinking about the world in more complex ways can make all of us feel less lonely, because finding solidarity with people very different from ourselves can be transformative. When you encounter many different ways of seeing and being, it is very humane about the experience and its humane to yourself. (Inputs from Nidharshana Raju)
Advisory Board for hearing cases of preventive detention opened at Madurai
It would have jurisdiction over south and central zones and parts of west zone
Two children drown in quarry pit near Madurai
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Cow, calf, dog and mongoose electrocuted in Madurai
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New office-bearers of Madurai Bar Association elected
Ensure freedom of expression does not hurt religious feelings, Madras HC tells State government
The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court has set aside the closure of a case registered by the Thoothukudi police over a social media post disrespecting Lord Krishna
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Minister hands over 25 lakh compensation to custodial death victim Ajith Kumars family
The district administration is trying to find an opening for Ajith Kumars brother in Aavin in Madurai and also efforts are on to find a residential site for the family at Madapuram in the lieu of the one allotted elsewhere
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644 women auto drivers benefited with 1 lakh each as subsidy in Madurai, says IT Minister PTR
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Buses taking U-turn on the highway and criss-crossing vehicles on the Thuvakudi-Panjapur Bypass Road intersection make for dangerous stretches for vehicle users
Centre releases Rs 3,000 crore for CMRL Phase 2 in 2025-26
CHENNAI: The union government has released Rs 3,000 crore so far this financial year towards Chennai Metro Rails Phase 2 project, according to a Right to Information (RTI) response accessed by TNIE. The funds, disbursed by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs as of July 28, form part of a total outlay of Rs 8,445.8 crore earmarked for the project in 2025-26 the single-largest allocation for any metro project across the country this year. The release includes the full equity contribution of Rs 1,841.2 crore, Rs 158.8 crore in subordinate debt, and Rs 1,000 crore in pass-through assistance (PTA) from external agencies, according to the ministrys reply to RTI petitioner Dayanand Krishnan. A senior official with Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) said the centre had already released approximately Rs 5,400 crore before March 2025, following the formal approval of Phase 2 as a central sector scheme in October 2024. The Rs 3,000 crore includes funds received during April and May. In total, Tamil Nadu has received around Rs 8,400 crore so far. Its not disbursed in tranches funds are released as and when needed, the official said. Spanning 118.9 km across three corridors, Phase 2 is one of Indias largest ongoing urban mobility investments. Its reclassification as a central sector scheme last year has unlocked direct funding from the union government, after years of procedural delays. The steady flow of funds is expected to ease financial pressure on the Tamil Nadu government, which has been seeking continued central support for its expanding mass transit infrastructure. The large allocation also signals the strategic and political significance of the project, with Chennai emerging as a key node in Indias urban transport agenda. RTI activist Krishnan, who has closely tracked metro funding in Tamil Nadu, urged the union government to expedite approvals and funding for three pending proposals from the state: A new corridor linking Chennai Airport to Kilambakkam, and greenfield metro projects in Madurai and Coimbatore. Concrete moves Release includes equity of Rs 1,841 cr, Rs 158 cr subordinate debt, Rs 1K c assistance from external agencies In total, Tamil Nadu has received around Rs 8,400 crore so far, says official 118.9 km across 3 corridors; Phase 2 is one of Indias largest urban mobility projects
Krishna Darshan exhibition at Poompuhar showroom in Madurai
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Fake customs officials rob Madurai jewellery store employee of 1.5kg gold bar
Potential for land investments beyond Chennai booming: G Square Group MD Bala Ramajayam
Bala Ramajayam said Coimbatore ranks next to Chennai as a major hub for land deals. The demand is steadily rising in Madurai and Tiruchi too.
Justice D. Bharatha Chakravarthy says the ascetic may have made exaggerated remarks but wonders if that would warrant criminal prosecution
Rotarians efforts bear fruits as waterbodies get new look in Madurai
DMK councillors husband, bill collector arrested in Madurai Corporation property tax scam
New Archbishop of Madurai Archdiocese installed
Students of Madurai Corporation schools get third place in T.N. achievement survey
1.16 crore-worth cash, gold seized from two persons at Madurai Railway Junction
Govt. NEET coaching classes to cover all 13 blocks in Madurai
Three-day trauma update to begin in Madurai
Advocate Vanchinathan appears before Madurai City Cyber Crime police
He had filed a complaint seeking probe into alleged leak in social media a copy of his complaint to the Supreme Court against a sitting HC Judge
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Three men surrender for murdering Madurai native near Sulur
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AIADMK councillors walk out over property tax scam as DMK and CPI(M) members clash
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Sankara Nethralaya pays tribute to Dr. Namperumalsamy
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PM Modi to visit TN, inaugurate development projects worth over Rs 4,800 crore
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to travel to Tamil Nadu on July 26 to lay the foundation stone, inaugurate, and dedicate to the nation various development projects valued at over Rs 4,800 crore. PM Modi will be travelling to Tamil Nadu immediately after returning to India from his visit to the UK and Maldives. He will also participate in the celebration of the birth anniversary of the great Chola emperor Rajendra Chola I during the Aadi Thiruvathirai Festival on 27 July at the Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple in Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu. According to an official statement issued by the Prime Ministers Office (PMO) on Friday, Prime Minister will directly arrive in Tuticorin and will inaugurate and dedicate to the nation a series of landmark projects across multiple sectors. These initiatives aim to significantly enhance regional connectivity, boost logistics efficiency, strengthen clean energy infrastructure, and improve the quality of life for citizens across Tamil Nadu. In line with his commitment to developing world-class air infrastructure and enhancing connectivity, the Prime Minister will inaugurate the New Terminal Building at Tuticorin Airport, developed at a cost of around Rs 450 crore, and designed to meet the increasing aviation demands of the southern region. He will also undertake a walkthrough of the new terminal building. As per official sources, the terminal spans 17,340 square metres and is equipped to handle 1,350 passengers during peak hours and 20 lakh passengers annually, with a future expansion capacity of up to 1,800 peak hour passengers and 25 lakh passengers annually. Featuring 100% LED lighting, energy-efficient electrical and mechanical systems, and treated water reuse through an on-site Sewage Treatment Plant, the terminal has been constructed to achieve a GRIHA-4 sustainability rating. This modern facility is expected to enhance regional air connectivity and stimulate tourism, trade, and investment in southern Tamil Nadu. In the road infrastructure sector, the Prime Minister will dedicate two strategically important highway projects to the nation. The first is the four-laning of the 50 km SethiyathopeCholapuram stretch of NH-36, developed at over Rs 2,350 crore under the VikravandiThanjavur corridor. It includes three bypasses, a 1-km four-lane bridge over the Kollidam River, four major bridges, seven flyovers, and several underpasses. This development will reduce travel time by 45 minutes between Sethiyathope and Cholapuram and enhance connectivity to the Delta regions cultural and agricultural centres. The second project involves the six-laning of the 5.16 km NH-138 Tuticorin Port Road, constructed at a cost of around Rs 200 crore. With underpasses and bridges, this project will streamline cargo movement, reduce logistics costs, and support port-led industrial growth in the region surrounding V.O. Chidambaranar Port. In a significant step to improve port infrastructure and advance clean energy efforts, the Prime Minister will inaugurate North Cargo BerthIII at V.O. Chidambaranar Port, developed at a cost of approximately Rs 285 crore. With a cargo handling capacity of 6.96 MMTPA, this new berth will meet the regions rising demand for dry bulk cargo handling, enhance port efficiency, and optimise cargo logistics. The Prime Minister will also dedicate three key railway infrastructure projects in southern Tamil Nadu, aimed at bolstering sustainable and efficient connectivity. The electrification of the 90 km MaduraiBodinayakkanur line will promote eco-friendly transport while supporting tourism and daily commuting in Madurai and Theni. The Rs 650 crore doubling of the 21 km Nagercoil TownKanniyakumari sectionpart of the ThiruvananthapuramKanniyakumari projectwill reinforce transport links between Tamil Nadu and Kerala. In addition, the doubling of the AralvaymozhiNagercoil Junction (12.87 km) and TirunelveliMelappalayam (3.6 km) sections will reduce travel time along major southern routes such as ChennaiKanyakumari, boosting both passenger and freight capacity and enhancing regional economic integration. To further strengthen Tamil Nadus power infrastructure, the Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone for a major power transmission projectan Inter-State Transmission System (ISTS) for the evacuation of electricity from Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant Units 3 and 4 (2x1000 MW). This project, with an estimated cost of Rs 550 crore, includes a 400 kV (quad) double-circuit transmission line from Kudankulam to the Tuticorin-II GIS substation, along with associated terminal equipment. It will play a crucial role in reinforcing the national grid, enabling reliable clean energy distribution, and meeting growing electricity demands in Tamil Nadu and other beneficiary states. As part of his visit, Prime Minister Modi will also release a commemorative coin in honour of one of Indias greatest emperors, Rajendra Chola I, during the Aadi Thiruvathirai Festival at Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple on 27 July. This special occasion also marks the 1,000-year anniversary of Rajendra Chola Is legendary maritime expedition to Southeast Asia and the beginning of the construction of the iconic Gangaikonda Cholapuram templean architectural masterpiece of the Chola era. Sources added that Rajendra Chola I (10141044 CE) was one of the most powerful and visionary rulers in Indian history. Under his leadership, the Chola Empire expanded its influence across South and Southeast Asia. He established Gangaikonda Cholapuram as the imperial capital following his victorious campaigns, and the temple he built there stood as a symbol of Shaiva devotion, monumental architecture, and administrative brilliance for over 250 years. Today, the temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, celebrated for its intricate sculptures, Chola bronzes, and ancient inscriptions. The Aadi Thiruvathirai festival also celebrates the rich Tamil Shaiva Bhakti tradition, fervently championed by the Cholas and immortalised by the 63 Nayanmarsthe saint-poets of Tamil Shaivism. Significantly, Rajendra Cholas birth star, Thiruvathirai (Ardra), begins on 23 July, making this years festival especially meaningful.
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TheDepartment of Social Welfare Madurai has released an official notification for the recruitment of 06 Case Worker, Security Guard and More posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Offline through the official Department of Social Welfare Madurai website. The last date to submit the application form is 31-07-2025.
New Delhi: Air Indias Flight AI176 from San Francisco to Bengaluru via Kolkata on July 21 turned into a nightmare for nearly 160 passengers, as the Boeing 777 aircraft took off eight hours behind schedule due to a malfunctioning door in the Business Class section. Passengers were allegedly misinformed for hours that the delay was due to aircraft cleaning. Passengers reported that the Business and Premium Economy sections were cordoned off with tape before the flight finally departed at 5:45 am on July 22. According to sources, five Business Class passengers who refused to travel in Economy were left behind, while 25 others were reassigned to Economy seating. The flight, primarily carrying senior citizens returning from visits to their children in Silicon Valley, was marked by confusion and a lack of communication. Sangeetha Krishnan (name changed), a passenger traveling with her three young children, recounted, The SFO-India flight is usually packed at this time of year, and we had booked our Economy tickets eight months in advance at 75,000 each. Our scheduled departure was 9 pm (US time) on July 21. First, we were told it would be delayed to 11 pm, then to midnight. The only explanation provided was that cleaning was taking longer than expected. It wasnt until just before 5 am on July 22 that passengers were informed of a technical issue with a door located near the Business and Premium Economy section. Only Economy Class passengers were allowed to board. There was a lot of anxiety once the technical issue was announced, especially given recent aviation incidents in India. Many elderly passengers were in wheelchairs, unsure of what to do. A toddler cried non-stop the entire time, she said. The flight finally took off at 5:45 am. The affected seats were sealed off with tape to prevent access. We missed our connecting flight from Bengaluru to Chennai and couldnt be with my elderly father on his birthday. My parents ended up waiting at Chennai airport for eight hours, Krishnan added. Other passengers also missed connecting flights to destinations such as Coimbatore, Chennai, and Madurai. A senior citizen couple traveling to Sivakasi had to book a cab from Bengaluru to Madurai to continue their journey. According to a senior pilot, the aircraft was leased from Delta Airlines and typically has around 50 seats in Business and Premium Economy, along with 270 seats in Economy Class. Air India confirmed the incident in a statement. They said, Flight AI176 operating from San Francisco to Bengaluru on July 21 experienced a technical issue related to one of the aircraft doors. As the fault could not be immediately rectified, the door was declared inoperative. In accordance with regulatory safety protocols, some passengers were shifted to Economy Class. The reason for the change was communicated to all affected passengers. Alternative travel or full refunds were offered to five passengers who chose not to travel with the newly assigned seats. The airline added,The flight made a scheduled technical stopover at Kolkata for refuelling due to airspace closures over Pakistan and parts of the Middle East. Our ground staff in San Francisco made every possible effort to minimise inconvenience caused to passengers. This route, originally launched with much fanfare on January 9, 2021, featured an all-women cockpit crew on its inaugural direct non-stop flight from San Francisco to Bengaluru. Operations were temporarily suspended last month when the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) mandated extensive checks on all Boeing aircraft following the Ahmedabad runway incident.
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