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U.S. Department of State’s Sports Diplomacy Program Brings Wheelchair Basketball Exchange to Chennai and Coimbatore
By Chennaivision on August 13, 2025

A Wheelchair Basketball India Exchange Program funded by the Department of State and implemented in Chennai and Coimbatore through the U.S. Consulate in Chennai and partners including Tamil Nadu-based Sittruli Foundation in July and August 2025, advanced adaptive sports, fostered student achievement, and promoted cross-cultural understanding between the United States and India. At IIT Madras, Loyola College, and the Jawaharlal… Continue reading "U.S. Department of State’s Sports Diplomacy Program Brings Wheelchair Basketball Exchange to Chennai and Coimbatore"
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Aadhaar not proof of citizenship’: SC agrees with EC
By Chennaivision on August 13, 2025

The Supreme Court on Tuesday began hearing petitions against the Election Commission’s (EC) special intensive revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in poll-bound Bihar, with Justice Surya Kant stating that Aadhaar cannot be treated as proof of citizenship. The Supreme Court observed that the inclusion and exclusion of citizens and non-citizens from the electoral rolls falls within the remit of the… Continue reading "Aadhaar not proof of citizenship’: SC agrees with EC"
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Detailed project reports to be prepared to extend Chennai Metro from Lighthouse to High Court, Tambaram-Guindy-Velacheri
By Chennaivision on August 12, 2025

Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) on Monday awarded consultancy contracts for the preparation of Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) for Extension of Corridor 4 – Lighthouse to High Court and Tambaram–Guindy–Velachery Corridor Envisioned. Systra MVA Consulting India Pvt Ltd has been appointed as the consultant for both assignments for a value of Rs 38,20,000 and Rs 96,19,000, respectively, and the study… Continue reading "Detailed project reports to be prepared to extend Chennai Metro from Lighthouse to High Court, Tambaram-Guindy-Velacheri"
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Rameshwaram fishermen to undergo strike from today
By Chennaivision on August 11, 2025

Fishermen in Rameshwaram, Tamil Nadu, have announced an indefinite strike starting today. The decision comes after the recent arrest of eight fishermen by the Sri Lankan Navy for allegedly crossing the International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL). The Rameswaram All Fishermen’s Association has also planned a series of protests, including a demonstration on August 13 and a rail blockade on August… Continue reading "Rameshwaram fishermen to undergo strike from today"
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Union cabinet approves 4-laning of Marakkanam-Puducherry NH
By Chennaivision on August 9, 2025

The Union Cabinet on Friday approved the four-laning of 46-km Marakkanam–Puducherry section of National Highway-332A in Tamil Nadu. The stretch is part of the 264-km Chennai-Puducherry-Nagapattinam corridor, which is also called East Coast Road or ECR. This was the only two-lane stretch in the corridor. The project will be developed on Hybrid Annuity Mode (HAM) — a variant of public-private… Continue reading "Union cabinet approves 4-laning of Marakkanam-Puducherry NH"
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Tamil Nadu govt unveils State Education Policy
By Chennaivision on August 9, 2025

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Friday unveiled the State Education Policy (SEP) at the Anna Centenary Library Auditorium in Kotturpuram, positioning it as a clear alternative to the Centre’s National Education Policy (NEP). A 14-member committee headed by retired Justice Murugesan was constituted in 2022 to draft the new policy. The panel submitted its recommendations to the Chief… Continue reading "Tamil Nadu govt unveils State Education Policy"
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Trains to be operated in Second Phase of Metro lines from December
By Chennaivision on August 8, 2025

The Central Government has released more than Rs 8,000 crore for Chennai Metro Rail’s Phase II project, with Rs 3,000 crore disbursed in 2025 so far. This mega infrastructure plan, costing Rs 63,246 crore, is being funded through contributions from the Centre, State Government, and various international loans. Minister of State for Urban Affairs Tokhan Sahu, addressing questions in the… Continue reading "Trains to be operated in Second Phase of Metro lines from December"
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SC allows Tamil Nadu govt to use former CMs’ photos in ads
By Chennaivision on August 7, 2025

The Supreme Court on Wednesday set aside the Madras High Court judgment, which had restrained the Tamil Nadu government from using the name ‘Stalin with You’ and pictures of former chief ministers for multiple platforms, and opined that such norms are followed throughout the country. On Monday, the Tamil Nadu government had moved the Supreme Court, challenging the High Court… Continue reading "SC allows Tamil Nadu govt to use former CMs’ photos in ads"
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After 14 yrs, TN records double digit Economic growth : Stalin
By Chennaivision on August 7, 2025

Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Wednesday celebrated Tamil Nadu’s impressive 11.9% economic growth in real terms for the 2024-25 fiscal, the state’s first double-digit growth in over a decade, describing it as a strong step towards the goal of becoming a US $1 trillion economy by 2030. Quoting data released by the Union Ministry of Statistics, Stalin announced on social… Continue reading "After 14 yrs, TN records double digit Economic growth : Stalin"
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HC asks CBCID to submit report in Kavin Murder case within 8 weeks
By Chennaivision on August 6, 2025

The Madras High Court has directed the Crime Branch-Criminal Investigation Department (CB-CID) to complete its investigation into the murder of Kavin Selvaganesh and submit a final report within eight weeks (two months) . This directive came after the state government gave an assurance to the court that the investigation would be concluded within that timeframe. The court was hearing a… Continue reading "HC asks CBCID to submit report in Kavin Murder case within 8 weeks"

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