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Balveer Singh, a 2020 batch IPS officer and the Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP), Ambasamudram Sub-Division in Tirunelveli district, who has been accused of breaking the teeth of a few suspects using blue metal and then uprooting using cutting pliers on March 23, has been put in ‘vacancy reserve’, pending an inquiry.
Action comes a day after the video of statements made by three affected men went viral. Subsequently, G. Venkatesan, Deputy Superintendent of Police, Srivaikundam Sub-Division in Thoothukudi District has been made the officer in-charge of Ambasamudram Sub-Division.
Reacting to the issue, Pattali Makkal Katchi founder Dr. S. Ramadoss demanded the dismissal of the IPS officer. Meanwhile, Tamil Nadu BJP president K. Annamalai said such violence on those detained for inquiry is completely unacceptable, irrespective of the crime committed.
Announcing the categories of women who would be eligible to receive the ₹1,000 monthly honorarium, Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, while speaking at the Legislative Assembly said, road-side vendors, fisherwomen, construction workers, labourers in small-scale commercial establishments, maids employed in multiple households are among those who would benefit from the Universal Basic Income scheme.
He added that about 1 crore women are to get ₹1000 credited in their bank accounts every month.
Two years after DMK promised to provide ₹1,000 monthly honorarium to women family heads as part of its 2021 Assembly election manifesto, Finance Minister Palanivel Thiaga Rajan, during the Budget presentation on March 20, announced that the scheme would be launched by the CM on September 15.
Chennai Mayor R. Priya presented the Budget for Greater Chennai Corporation for the financial year 2023-2024, during the council meeting at Ripon Building in Chennai.
Hyderabad police support senior citizens living alone, enhancing safety, preventing fraud, and fostering community connections through regular visits.
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Tiruvannamalai removes 450 metric tonnes of waste from Maha Deepam day in a two-day cleanup by 2,300 workers.
Chennai Metrowater raises tanker tariffs and removes trip caps to address rising production costs and enhance bulk water supply.
Tamil Nadu commits to enhanced collaboration with the National Green Tribunal for effective environmental governance and protection initiatives.
On Ambedkar's death anniversary, CM Rekha Gupta highlights his enduring ideals of social harmony, equality, and justice.
The Banyan launches the Keshav Desiraju Lived Experience Repository in Chennai to preserve mental illness narratives across various formats.
MetLife Stadium will host the FIFA World Cup 2026 final on July 19, with 104 matches across North America.
Former IAS officer Pradeep Sharma sentenced to five years for money laundering, causing ₹1.20 crore loss to the government.
The Dr. Mrs. YGP Centenary Annual Festival of Music and Dance launched at PSBB, celebrating classical arts and education.
CMC hosts a torch rally with 125 volunteers in Vellore to celebrate 125 years of dedicated service.
Government Women's Polytechnic in Nellore faces urgent repairs, yet funds remain unrequested due to budget constraints, risking student safety.
Author Salma and ‘Ervadi’ S. Radhakrishnan honored with Kaviko award at a ceremony in Vellore, receiving recognition and cash prize.