Top Tamil Nadu news developments today
The Hindu
Key news developments in Tamil Nadu on January 24, 2023
Here are the important developments from Tamil Nadu to watch out for today:
1. Pondicherry University launches the first event on G20 Indian Presidency as part of the UGC’s “University Connect” series.
2. Police quell rumours on restrictions on tourists in connection with G20 events in January 30.
3. Mock poll to be conducted in EVMs that will be used for poll in Erode (East) Assembly byelection.
4. Health Minister Ma. Subramanian and Municipal Administration Minister K.N. Nehru to inspect Salem and Mettur government hospitals, inaugurating additional buildings in Edappadi government hospital, and distributing welfare assistance to beneficiaries in Salem on Tuesday.
5. Agriculture Minister M.R.K. Panneerselvam chairs meeting in Tirunelveli to solicit farmers’ suggestions to be included in farmers’ budget.
6. CPI(M) to protest delay in commencing construction of AIIMS building.
Belagavi ZP CEO emphasizes innovative marketing for farmers and artisans, collaborating with Exim Bank to boost exports and opportunities.
Mizoram's civic body election heats up as parties finalize candidates and campaign strategies ahead of the April 21 polls.
Congress nominates Umesh Meti and Samarth Mallikarjun for Karnataka bypolls, keeping candidacies within influential families.
South Africa wins the toss and opts to bat in the fourth T20 match against New Zealand in Wellington.
High in the Nilgiris, a quiet ecological revival is underway. Once lost to plantations and invasive species, native grasslands and shola forests are slowly returning—bringing back wildlife, improving water security, and strengthening climate resilience. Driven by civil society groups, conservationists, and indigenous communities, this restoration story offers hope at a time when fragile ecosystems across India face growing threats.
Blasts and sirens sounded in Jerusalem as Israel warned of incoming Iranian missile threats amid escalating tensions.
275 former judges and officials criticize USCIRF's report on religious freedom, calling it biased and lacking credible evidence.
Jharkhand Police request Indian Army's help to safely defuse an active WWII-era bomb found near Subarnarekha river.
Tamil Nadu Assembly election: VCK under compulsion to consider local candidates, says Thirumavalavan
VCK leader Thirumavalavan emphasizes the need for local candidates amid concerns over past electoral losses due to outsiders.
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The ₹88.41 crore AMRUT scheme aims to eliminate Kavali's water scarcity, transforming the town’s infrastructure and services.
A 4.1 magnitude earthquake struck Sikkim's Mangan district; no casualties or property damage reported.