AITUC fishermen's union has requested the lifting of the ban on traditional sea cucumber collection, citing livelihood concerns and ecological safety.
Read full story →A jameen deed and inscribed metal plate were found on the kodimaram of Ayakudi Perumal temple near Palani; the plate reportedly bears the English date 27-6-1807 and further archaeological study is in progress.
Read full story →Police assembled near the minister's residence in Karaikudi after protests over a stone quarry that received permission earlier in January; officials said the matter will be reviewed and appropriate steps taken…
Read full story →Dr. Ambedkar Law University has cancelled temporary affiliation for three private law colleges following irregularities in admissions and non‑compliance with university rules; further action may follow.
Read full story →After a farmer was killed near Melur, a suspect surrendered to police and was arrested. Authorities are conducting further investigations.
Read full story →The Law Minister announced arrests and criminal investigations into those linked to the Palani temple land forgery case; investigations are underway.
Read full story →A bus‑auto collision near Tiruppuvanam killed two people and injured others; police are investigating. Some victim details in the source text are unclear.
Read full story →Rajaji Government Hospital in Madurai has enhanced maternity and neonatal services—including CEMONC and NICU—and manages about 1,200 deliveries monthly, treating complicated pregnancies and very low‑birthweight…
Read full story →Reduced flow at Kuttralam falls has left many visitors unable to bathe as usual; weak monsoon rains have caused the shortfall.
Read full story →Visitors in Theni are using water released from local barrages for bathing and recreation despite low rainfall and some dried waterfalls.
Read full story →The fisheries minister inspected a Rs.20-crore fishing harbour project at Rosama Nagar in Ramanathapuram; officials said 95% of work is complete and remaining works will be finished by August 15.
Read full story →A special people's court in Ramanathapuram resolved 19 cheque-bounce cases and ordered settlements totalling Rs.1.04 crore.
Read full story →Villagers in Valanadu protested the opening of a government liquor shop near homes; the tahsildar ordered a temporary closure after their agitation.
Read full story →Villagers blockaded the Narikkudi union office seeking an immediate drinking water treatment plant, citing health concerns including kidney problems linked to local water.
Read full story →The Aadithapasu festival at Manamadurai's Aanandhavalli Amman temple started with a flag-hoisting ceremony; daily rituals and processions are planned until the closing ceremony on July 28.
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