Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today
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A day after the Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Online Gambling and Regulation of Online Games Bill, 2022 was re-adopted by Legislative Assembly (which is the second time in the history of the Assembly), the Bill has been sent to Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi for the second time.
The Bill which was first adopted in the Assembly last year on October 19, was tabled again in the House after Mr. Ravi returned it on March 6 saying it was ultra vires of the Constitution. Interestingly, yesterday, Mr. Ravi had called on Union Minister for Home Affairs Amit Shah at New Delhi.
Meanwhile, Tamil Nadu BJP president K. Annamalai who addressed journalists at Madurai airport this morning raised suspicion over the State Ministers’ intentions in not making the changes suggested by the Governor, in the Bill, before it was returned.
The Tamil Nadu State Disaster Management Plan, 2023 was released by Chief Minister M.K. Stalin during an event at the Secretariat in Chennai. The plan lists out action plans to be undertaken in case of various natural and human-made disasters. The CM also released the Tamil Nadu State Disaster Management Policy, 2023.
The Plan lists out elaborate action plans to deal with disasters such as earthquake, cyclone, tsunami, flood, urban flood, industrial and chemical disasters, biological and public health emergency, nuclear and radiological disasters and fire.
The Tamil Nadu government will put in place a mechanism from the upcoming academic year to identify long-term absentees among school students and to prevent them from dropping out, Minister for School Education Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi informed the State Legislative Assembly.
Responding to a special call attention motion moved by a few legislators in the House, Mr. Poyyamozhi said if students are absent for more than four weeks, they would be considered as potential dropouts,” the Minister added.
Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu inaugurates CNG, PNG projects in Rayalaseema region. Andhra Pradesh has the unique distinction of being the second largest producer of natural gas in India, thanks to the Krishna-Godavari (KG) Basin, he says, adding the State will lead the way towards net-zero economy.
Former Deputy Secretary T. Pichandi's book 'Enakkul Manakkum MGR Ninaivugal' offers insights into his experiences with M.G. Ramachandran.
Former MP Manda Jagannadham passes away at 73, known for his role in Telangana movement, survived by family.
Visakhapatnam International Airport resumes international air cargo operations, boosting economy and benefiting pharmaceutical, textiles, and seafood industries.
Tamil Nadu government to train teachers and artists for diaspora, allocates ₹10 crore, supports Tamil identity worldwide.
P.V. Anvar, Nilambur MLA, set to announce major decision after joining Trinamool Congress, hinting at resignation.
Setbacks are stepping stones to success: Sridhar Babu
Former NJA director Mohan Gopal warns of Indian judiciary undermining democracy, sparking concerns about democratic decline.
Enhanced crowd management measures implemented at East Coast Railway stations for Sankranti with special trains and passenger assistance.
With increasing complaints of dogs causing a nuisance to residents and commuters, Tiruchi City Corporation has planned to set up feeding shelters for sterilized community canines
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah vows strict action against animal torture in Bengaluru, addresses pro-Hindutva objections and caste census concerns.