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The expelled AIADMK leader O. Panneerselvam who addressed journalists at Kuthalam in Mayiladuthurai district want the election for the post of AIADMK’s general secretary to be conducted only after the renewal of membership of party cadres and subsequent intra-party elections.
“Earlier, even an ordinary cadre could contest for the top post. But the party bylaws have been changed now, by which, 10 district secretaries each had to propose and second the name of the candidates contesting for the post. I am against this amendment,” he added.
Pushing up the death toll in the fire accident that took place at a cracker factory in Valathottam of Kancheepuram district four days ago on March 22, two more men succumbed to burn injuries at Chengalpattu Government Hospital.
The victims have been identified as Gajendran (50) and Jagadesh (35). Both of them had sustained more than 80% burn injuries.
The blast at the firecracker manufacturing unit has thus resulted in the death of 11 persons with one body remaining unidentified.
In protest against the disqualification of Congress leader Rahul Gandhi as a Member of Parliament following a two-year jail sentence in a criminal defamation case, the Tamil Nadu Congress Committee (TNCC) organised day-long Satyagraha across the State, in front of Gandhi statues at every district headquarters.
TNCC president K.S. Alagiri took part in the protest at Chidambaram in Cuddalore district.
Over 4.27 lakh students begin SSLC and Plus Two exams in Kerala, with various subjects and exam centers.
Discussion on major development projects, including drinking water, drainage, and parking systems, at the District Development Coordination and Monitoring Committee meeting.
Water Resources Minister Nimmala Ramanaidu has stated that Godavari Pushkaralu will be conducted from July 23 to August 3, 2027.
Rising obesity rates in India, particularly among women in South Indian States, highlighted with BMI data and PM Modi's advice.
Special educator Soumya Devadiga selected as coach for Indian team in Special Olympics Winter Games in Italy.
Gade Srinivasulu Naidu wins North Coastal Andhra Pradesh Teachers' Constituency election with overwhelming support from teachers.
Congress alleges BJP government in Madhya Pradesh plans to privatise 40% of forests, displacing tribals from their habitat.
Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi advocates renaming Indus Valley Civilization to Saraswathi Civilization, challenging historical narratives.
A study by researchers from NIMHANS, in collaboration with doctors from Australia, United Kingdom and some states in India, has found suicidal ideation and suicide attempts alarmingly high among college students across the country.
First trial run of disposing 10-tonne Union Carbide toxic waste in Pithampur begins after Supreme Court's decision.
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First trial run of disposing 10-tonne Union Carbide toxic waste in Pithampur begins after Supreme Court's decision.
Rwanda-backed M23 rebels abduct 130 patients from hospitals in eastern Congo, escalating conflict and sparking international concern.