Video: Locals throw mud at Tamil Nadu minister as he visits cyclone-hit areas
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Video: Locals throw mud at Tamil Nadu minister as he visits cyclone-hit areas

India Today  

Tamil Nadu minister K Ponmudi on Tuesday visited a Cyclone Fengal-hit area in the state where he was welcomed with handfuls of mud by villagers who were reportedly angry over the inadequate drainage systems that have left their homes waterlogged. As per the reports, the incident took place in the Iruevelpattu area on the Tiruchirapalli-Chennai road, where the agitated villagers hurled mud at the Tamil Nadu Forest Minister. Hitting out at the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam government, BJP leader K Annamalai posted the video of the incident on X, saying it ws the outcome of public frustration reaching a "boiling point". "Today, the public's frustration reached a boiling point as a Corrupt DMK Minister, Thiru Ponmudi, visited a flood-affected area and was met with a barrage of mud.

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Edappadi K Palaniswami Wants Survey of Crop Damage and Relief
1 week, 2 days ago

Edappadi K Palaniswami Wants Survey of Crop Damage and Relief

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami urged the State government to make an assessment of the damage to crops in the two-day rains brought about by the depression in the delta districts of Tiruvarur, Nagapattinam, Mayiladuthurai, Thanjavur and Cuddalore and other places and pay adequate compensation to the affected farmers. In a statement on Friday, Palaiswami said the heavy …

Tamil Nadu, Chennai rains 12 December updates : Rains lash Tamil Nadu, schools closed in many districts
1 week, 4 days ago

Tamil Nadu, Chennai rains 12 December updates : Rains lash Tamil Nadu, schools closed in many districts

The Hindu  

Intense rainfall activity may shift to south Tamil Nadu and western ghats districts on Friday as the well-marked low pressure area is expected to move towards that region and weaken gradually. Heavy rainfall pounded various parts of the State on Thursday till 5.30 p.m. Vazhapadi in Salem district received a very heavy rainfall of 18 cm followed by Manalmedu in …

Previous AIADMK govt. handled natural disasters effectively, says Palaniswami
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Previous AIADMK govt. handled natural disasters effectively, says Palaniswami

The Hindu  

Rejecting Chief Minister M.K. When Chennai experienced heavy rains due to Cyclone Michaung in December 2023, water stagnation was high near the MLA office and the police station in Kolathur Assembly constituency, Mr. Palaniswami said, alleging that Mr. Stalin had overlooked the same. Referring to Mr. Stalin’s recent remarks that his government was prepared to face any situation that might …

DMK ally criticises Tamil Nadu's slow cyclone relief work
2 weeks, 3 days ago

DMK ally criticises Tamil Nadu's slow cyclone relief work

India Today  

After actor-turned-politician Vijay's sharp criticism of the Tamil Nadu government over the relief work following the destruction that was caused by Cyclone Fengal, the DMK government is now facing criticism from one of its allies -- Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi Deputy General Secretary Aadhav Arjuna. Launching a scathing attack on the MK Stalin government, Arjuna said that Tamil Nadu has not …

Flood damage: Central team to visit Tamil Nadu, Puducherry
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Flood damage: Central team to visit Tamil Nadu, Puducherry

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: An inter-ministerial central team to assess the damage caused by Cyclone Fengal in various districts of Tamil Nadu is arriving in Chennai on Friday evening. Since the cyclone has affected 14 districts and severely affected at least half of them, the central team is likely to be split into three or four groups to assess the damage in different …

Vijay criticises DMK's flood relief as temporary, says people can't be deceived
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Vijay criticises DMK's flood relief as temporary, says people can't be deceived

India Today  

Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam president Vijay on Tuesday launched a scathing attack on the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam government over its handling of the cyclone Fengal, accusing it of providing only temporary relief without addressing long-term solutions. In a social media post, Vijay criticized the government for turning disaster relief into a "ceremonial ritual," where leaders visit flood-affected areas, distribute aid, …

Cyclone Fengal: Congress Demands Modi Govt To Allocate Adequate Funds For Rehabilitation
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2 weeks, 6 days ago

Cyclone Fengal: Congress Demands Modi Govt To Allocate Adequate Funds For Rehabilitation

ABP News  

The Congress on Tuesday asked the Centre to provide adequate funds for the rehabilitation of people affected by Cyclone Fengal and urged party workers in Tamil Nadu to help the administration in relief efforts wherever possible. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and party general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra made similar appeals to …

Cyclone Fengal: 7 Bodies Recovered After Mudslide In Tiruvannamalai, Rs 5 Lakh Ex-Gratia Announced
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Cyclone Fengal: 7 Bodies Recovered After Mudslide In Tiruvannamalai, Rs 5 Lakh Ex-Gratia Announced

ABP News  

As part of the havoc caused by torrential rains from Cyclone Fengal, seven people, including a family of four and three neighborhood children, lost their lives after a massive boulder rolled down a hilltop and buried their house in VOC Nagar, Tiruvannamalai, on December 1. #WATCH | Tamil Nadu: Visuals from Tiruvannamalai where 7 people, including 5 children, died when …

Cyclone Fengal: Protesters Hurl Mud At TN Minister Ponmudy Over 'Insensitive' Outreach In Villupuram
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Cyclone Fengal: Protesters Hurl Mud At TN Minister Ponmudy Over 'Insensitive' Outreach In Villupuram

ABP News  

Tamil Nadu Minister for Forests, K. Ponmudy, faced public outrage during his visit to Villupuram district on Monday, as locals protested against what they called "inadequate" relief measures in the aftermath of Cyclone Fengal. The CM and the Deputy Chief Minister were busy taking photos in the streets of Chennai while the city received very little rain and did not …

PM Modi dials MK Stalin, assures govt support; Rahul Gandhi asks party workers to help in relief efforts
2 weeks, 6 days ago

PM Modi dials MK Stalin, assures govt support; Rahul Gandhi asks party workers to help in relief efforts

Live Mint  

As Tamil Nadu faces severe flooding and damage caused by Cyclone Fengal, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday spoke with Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin regarding the flood situation in the state. Chief Minister MK Stalin has requested 22,000 crore from the NDRF for urgent restoration efforts in Tamil Nadu, and 2500 crore for Puducherry," said Tagore, as reported …

Cyclone Fengal: PM Modi Speaks To CM Stalin On Devastation, Assures Centre’s Support
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Cyclone Fengal: PM Modi Speaks To CM Stalin On Devastation, Assures Centre’s Support

ABP News  

Cyclone Fengal news: Prime Minister Narendra Modi contacted Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin on Monday to learn about the flood situation in Tamil Nadu. Cyclone Fengal which formed on Friday brought unprecedented rainfall to the state causing flood-like situation in many parts of Salem, Krishnagiri, Mayiladuthurai among other regions. Prime Minister Narendra Modi called up Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin …

Cyclone Fengal: Rahul Gandhi Calls On Congress Workers In Tamil Nadu To Help In Relief Efforts
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2 weeks, 6 days ago

Cyclone Fengal: Rahul Gandhi Calls On Congress Workers In Tamil Nadu To Help In Relief Efforts

ABP News  

In the light of Cyclone Fengal wreaking a havoc in several parts of Tamil Nadu, Congress Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi urged party members to help the administration with the relief work. Taking to X, Rahul Gandhi said, "Devastating news of Cyclone Fengal in Tamil Nadu. "I urge all Congress workers in the state to step forward and help the …

Modi assures Stalin all possible help to deal with flood situation in Tamil Nadu
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Modi assures Stalin all possible help to deal with flood situation in Tamil Nadu

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin on Tuesday to enquire about the flood situation in parts of the state and assured him of all possible support from the Centre. Villupuram district in north Tamil Nadu continued to reel under unprecedented flooding on Monday following extremely heavy rainfall, virtually blocking access to …

PM Modi calls CM Stalin, assures support to deal with flood situation in Tamil Nadu
Top News
2 weeks, 6 days ago

PM Modi calls CM Stalin, assures support to deal with flood situation in Tamil Nadu

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday called up Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin and enquired about the damages caused by cyclone Fengal and heavy rains in various parts of the State. "The Prime Minister spoke to me over the telephone and enquired about the damages caused by cyclone Fengal in Tamil Nadu. I explained how the State government …

Cyclone Fengal: 4 bodies recovered after 7 trapped in a house die in Tamil Nadu, ex-gratia announced
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2 weeks, 6 days ago

Cyclone Fengal: 4 bodies recovered after 7 trapped in a house die in Tamil Nadu, ex-gratia announced

India TV News  

At least 4 bodies have been recovered after seven of one family died in Tamil Nadu after a large stone crushed their home due to Cyclone Fengal. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin on Monday said Cyclone Fengal had caused "unprecedented" devastation in the state and urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to facilitate the release of Rs 2,000 crore …

Panic grips Tamil Nadu's Tiruvannamalai as 7 die in landslides from Cyclone Fengal
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Panic grips Tamil Nadu's Tiruvannamalai as 7 die in landslides from Cyclone Fengal

India Today  

Panic has gripped the residents near the lower slopes of Annamalaiyar Hill in Tiruvannamalai district, Tamil Nadu after heavy rains triggered multiple landslides, killing seven members of a family on Sunday evening. The first landslide occurred around 4 pm on Sunday at VOC Nagar 11th Street, where Rajkumar, his wife Meena, their two children, and three children of Rajkumar’s brother-in-law …

Tamil Nadu: Video shows mammoth mudslide gushing out in residential area in cyclone-hit Tiruvannamalai
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Tamil Nadu: Video shows mammoth mudslide gushing out in residential area in cyclone-hit Tiruvannamalai

India TV News  

A horrific video of a mudslide from Tamil Nadu's Tiruvannamalai town in which a strong stream of water mixed with mud and debris gushing heavily down a stairway, creating panic among residents surfaced on social media. Cyclone Fengal leaves trail of destruction in Tamil Nadu Cyclone Fengal emerged as a Low-Pressure Area and caused unprecedented devastation across 14 districts of …

PM Modi dials MK Stalin, assures support to Tamil Nadu amid flood crisis
2 weeks, 6 days ago

PM Modi dials MK Stalin, assures support to Tamil Nadu amid flood crisis

India Today  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Tuesday, offering assurances of full support to the state in the wake of Cyclone Fengal and the severe flooding caused by heavy rains. In a conversation via phone, Modi enquired about the extent of the damage in Tamil Nadu, particularly in Villupuram, where unprecedented flooding has caused …

Another landslide hits Tamil Nadu; 4 bodies recovered
Top News
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Another landslide hits Tamil Nadu; 4 bodies recovered

Hindustan Times  

A landslide hit the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu on Monday even as operations to rescue three members of a family after a mudslide flattened their house in the region on Sunday continued for the second straight day. On Monday, Tamil Nadu chief minister MK Stalin wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking aid, and highlighting that the cyclone has …

Cyclone Fengal: Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin writes to PM Modi, seeks ₹2,000 crore NDRF assistance
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Cyclone Fengal: Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin writes to PM Modi, seeks ₹2,000 crore NDRF assistance

Live Mint  

Cyclone Fengal: In view of the unprecedented devastation caused by flooding in the aftermath of Cyclone Fengal, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking assistance of ₹2,000 crore. Stalin stated that the cyclone affected 1.5 crore people in 14 districts of Tamil Nadu. Puducherry govt announces relief assistance ₹5,000 relief assistance has been …

Tamil Nadu: Floods Triggered By Cyclone Fengal Sweep Away Buses As Uthangarai Hit By Historic Rainfall — WATCH
3 weeks ago

Tamil Nadu: Floods Triggered By Cyclone Fengal Sweep Away Buses As Uthangarai Hit By Historic Rainfall — WATCH

ABP News  

Cyclone Fengal has caused widespread disruption in Tamil Nadu, with severe flooding sweeping away parked buses in Uthangarai, Krishnagiri district. The Parasaneri Lake in Uthangarai overflowed following heavy rains, leading to floodwaters rushing onto the Tirupathur-Uthangarai road and washing away several parked vehicles. #CycloneFengal #Tamilnadu #Floods #Krishnagiri pic.twitter.com/K8Jla22VUc — Chennai Weatherman December 2, 2024 Cyclone Fengal: Floods In Krishnagiri's Uthangarai, …

Tamil Nadu: Another landslide hits Tiruvannamalai, hours after seven people were trapped amid heavy rainfall
3 weeks ago

Tamil Nadu: Another landslide hits Tiruvannamalai, hours after seven people were trapped amid heavy rainfall

Live Mint  

A second landslide hit Tiruvannamalai on Monday afternoon as Tamil Nadu continued to grapple with the aftereffects of Cyclone Fengal. Rescue operations in the area have hampered by heavy rainfall and the threat posed by another boulder that reportedly remains precariously balanced further uphill. Cyclone Fengal hit the Tamil Nadu-Puducherry coast on Saturday night — causing severe flooding and heavy …

Tamil Nadu rains: Man dies in house collapse in Ooty
3 weeks ago

Tamil Nadu rains: Man dies in house collapse in Ooty

The Hindu  

A 45-year-old man died after his house collapsed on him amid heavy rains at Nondimedu in Udhagamandalam on the intervening night of Sunday and Monday. Schools, colleges shut Heavy rains were reported in Udhagamandalam, Gudalur, and Kotagiri, with an average of 23.72 mm rainfall recorded throughout the district till Monday morning. Due to the heavy rains, schools and colleges in …

Search begins for seven trapped on Annamalaiyar Hill in Tamil Nadu
3 weeks ago

Search begins for seven trapped on Annamalaiyar Hill in Tamil Nadu

Deccan Chronicle  

Thiruannamalai: Teams of NDRF personnel commenced clearing the mud over a building in which seven individuals were feared "trapped" in Annamalaiyar Hill area in the district on Monday. We will know the true picture through the rescue operation," Thiruvannamalai district Collector D Bhaskar Pandian said, after inspecting the affected house in VOC Nagar on the foothill. The collector told reporters …

Cyclone Fengal: TN battles rain fury; schools shut in Nilgiri, 7 trapped after mudslide
3 weeks ago

Cyclone Fengal: TN battles rain fury; schools shut in Nilgiri, 7 trapped after mudslide

Hindustan Times  

Parts of Tamil Nadu have been hit by heavy rain under the influence of Cyclone Felang, which made landfall on Saturday and is moving towards Kerala and Karnataka as a weakened storm. The heavy rain has led to school closure in Tamil Nadu's Nilgiri district and also a mudslide in Tiruvannamalai, where seven people are feared to be trapped below …

Tamil Nadu rains: 7 trapped after mudslide in Tiruvannamalai amid heavy rain
3 weeks ago

Tamil Nadu rains: 7 trapped after mudslide in Tiruvannamalai amid heavy rain

Live Mint  

At least seven people are feared trapped inside a building after it collapsed due to a mudslide in Tiruvannamalai district on Sunday. According to the Press Trust of India, a large boulder fell on huts located on the lower slopes of the famous Annamalaiyar Hill amid heavy rainfall in the region due to cyclone Fengal. The NDRF team began rescue …

Will ask centre to send team to assess damage by Cyclone Fengal, says CM Stalin
3 weeks ago

Will ask centre to send team to assess damage by Cyclone Fengal, says CM Stalin

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: Chief Minister MK Stalin on Sunday said that the state government will request the union government to send a team to assess the damage caused by Cyclone Fengal in Tamil Nadu, especially in Villupuram, Cuddalore, and Chengalpattu districts. When pointed out that the centre failed to provide sufficient funds earlier, the CM said, “Let us be positive about it …

Cyclone Fengal: People are satisfied with relief measures; State capital is relieved, says M.K. Stalin
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Cyclone Fengal: People are satisfied with relief measures; State capital is relieved, says M.K. Stalin

The Hindu  

Expressing satisfaction over the precautionary and relief measures being taken by various government agencies, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. When asked whether he was satisfied with the government agencies and about the feedback he has received from the people, Mr. Stalin said: “People are satisfied. Once rains stop, it may take 10-15 minutes for water to clear out.” When asked …

Minister Agri. officials to be alert for coastal regions
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Minister Agri. officials to be alert for coastal regions

Deccan Chronicle  

Vijayawada: Agriculture minister Kinjarapu Atchannaidu has directed agriculture, horticulture, animal husbandry, and fisheries departments to remain on high alert ahead of Cyclone Fengal. TTD closes Papa Vinasanam, Srivari Padalu routes The minister warned of heavy rainfall, strong winds, and flash floods in Tirupati, Kadapa, Nellore, and Prakasam. Nagabhushanam Hoskote | DC Anantapur, November 30: Cyclone Fengal brought heavy rains to …

MK Stalin reviews cyclone preparedness in Tamil Nadu's Delta districts
3 weeks, 6 days ago

MK Stalin reviews cyclone preparedness in Tamil Nadu's Delta districts

India Today  

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin chaired a high-level meeting at the Secretariat to review the state’s preparedness as the India Meteorological Department predicted that the deep depression over the Southwest Bay of Bengal is likely to intensify into a cyclonic storm ‘Fengal’ on November 27. The meeting included senior ministers, government officials, and district collectors from the Cauvery Delta …

Mandalas Cry for Help: MNCs Considering Relocating From Bengaluru Due to Poor Infrastructure
2 months ago

Mandalas Cry for Help: MNCs Considering Relocating From Bengaluru Due to Poor Infrastructure

ABP News  

Former Infosys CFO Mohandas Pai has expressed his frustration over the poor road conditions on the Outer Ring Road (ORR) in Bengaluru. Pai called out the government for their negligence and said that MNCs are considering relocating their offices to cities outside the state due to these issues. He highlighted the lack of action taken by the authorities to address …

Jagan terms Yeleru floods man-made
3 months, 1 week ago

Jagan terms Yeleru floods man-made

New Indian Express  

VIJAYAWADA: Holding the TDP-led NDA government responsible for floods to Yeleru, YSRC chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy on Friday said the State government failed to take preventive measures despite early warnings for heavy rains. Terming the floods in the district as man-made, Jagan lashed out at Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu for the mismanagement of the Yeleru Reservoir. During his …

Jagan Describes Flood a Man-made Calamity
3 months, 1 week ago

Jagan Describes Flood a Man-made Calamity

Deccan Chronicle  

KAKINADA: Former Chief Minister Y. S. Jagan Moihan Reddy described the current flood situation in the state as purely man made and people incurred losses due to poor management. During 2014-19, the TD government gave Rs.15,000 for crop loss, but the YSRC government increased it to Rs.17,000 per hectare and provided insurance cover of Rs.24,000 to Rs.25,000 per hectare and …

Ministers Anagani, Gottipati visit flood-hit villages in Repalle constituency
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Ministers Anagani, Gottipati visit flood-hit villages in Repalle constituency

The Hindu  

Ministers Anagani Satyaprasad and Gottipati Ravikumar have been actively touring several villages in the Repalle constituency in the Bapatla district of Andhra Pradesh that have been severely affected by recent floods. Follow Andhra Pradesh, Telangana September 4 rain updates here The villages include Chatagadda, Rudravaram, Morthota, Tiratla Lanka, Chandupallivari Palem, Rajula Cheruvu, Lankavani Dibba, Tummala, Potu Meraka, and Nalluri Palem. …

Tamil Nadu on High Alert for Rains and Landslides in Hilly Regions
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Tamil Nadu on High Alert for Rains and Landslides in Hilly Regions

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: The Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief team of the Indian Army has started search operations with the help of dog squads in the flood ravaged Wayanad district of Kerala even as the Tamil Nadu government instructed its authorities to keep a close vigil in the villages along the Western Ghats to prevent landslides. The HADR contingent has formed 10 …

Wayanad landslides: Concerned, CM Stalin offers Kerala Rs 5 crore for relief works
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Wayanad landslides: Concerned, CM Stalin offers Kerala Rs 5 crore for relief works

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: Chief Minister MK Stalin on Tuesday dialled his Kerala counterpart Pinarayi Vijayan and conveyed his concern over the loss of lives in the northern district of Wayanad due to landslides and promised all assistance in the rescue works. Conveying his condolences to the families affected by the landslides, Stalin also announced Rs 5 crore towards relief works being carried …

Tamil Nadu rushes rescue team to flood-hit Wayanad
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Tamil Nadu rushes rescue team to flood-hit Wayanad

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: Expressing deep concern and anguish over the massive landslides in Kerala’s Wayanad region, Chief Minister M K Stalin announced a relief of Rs 5 crore on Tuesday and dispatched a rescue team headed by two senior IAS officers, K S Sameeran and Johnny Tom Varghese to assist in the rescue operations. Stalin also called Kerala Chief Minister Pinayari Vijayan …

Laxmi Hebbalkar’s visit to flood-hit areas only a formality, says Udupi MLA Yashpal Suvarna
5 months ago

Laxmi Hebbalkar’s visit to flood-hit areas only a formality, says Udupi MLA Yashpal Suvarna

The Hindu  

Criticising Udupi district in-charge Minister Laxmi R. Hebbalkar’s visit to flood-hit and sea erosion-affected areas on Sunday, Udupi MLA Yashpal Suvarna said that it was an eyewash and none of the five MLAs of the district were informed about it. Mr. Suvarna said in a statement that the Minister’s visit was “like a stroll on beach eating chikki.” The MLA …

Karnataka: Lakshmi Hebbalkar reviews rain damage in Udupi
5 months ago

Karnataka: Lakshmi Hebbalkar reviews rain damage in Udupi

Deccan Chronicle  

Udupi: Udupi district in-charge minister Lakshmi Hebbalkar assured that the district administration is working round the clock to prevent any mishaps due to heavy rainfall. "The assembly session is ongoing, but I am in constant touch with the district administration regarding the rain situation. In Ottinene, she instructed officials to implement precautionary measures to prevent landslides and to fill potholes …

Tamil Nadu Today | PM Modi kick-starts election campaign in State
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Tamil Nadu Today | PM Modi kick-starts election campaign in State

The Hindu  

PM addresses public rally in Tiruppur Prime Minister Narendra Modi took part in the conclusion of Tamil Nadu BJP leader K. Annamalai’s six-month-long padayatra ‘En Mann En Makkal’ covering the 234 Assembly constituencies of Tamil Nadu, in Tiruppur district. Addressing a public rally at Palladam, Mr. Modi asserted that even though the BJP has not been in power in Tamil …

Rift over relief: On the rain-caused damage in Tamil Nadu and the central and Tamil Nadu governments interactions
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Rift over relief: On the rain-caused damage in Tamil Nadu and the central and Tamil Nadu governments interactions

The Hindu  

The recent spat between the central and Tamil Nadu governments over flood relief after two spells of heavy rainfall in the State has been disheartening for those struggling to rebuild their lives. Mr. Stalin, had, prior to this, in a meeting with Mr. Modi in New Delhi, sought interim relief funds of ₹7,033 crore and a final relief fund of …

Thoothukudi Flood: DMK MP Kanimozhi Blames Unexpected Rain, Defends Govt Response
1 year ago

Thoothukudi Flood: DMK MP Kanimozhi Blames Unexpected Rain, Defends Govt Response

ABP News  

Days after heavy rainfall wreaked havoc in Thoothukudi and Tirunelveli districts, DMK MP Kanimozhi Karunanidhi addressed the ongoing flood crisis, expressing her concerns and shedding light on the challenges faced by the government in responding to the unprecedented situation. According to ANI, DMK MP Kanimozhi Karunanidhi said, ".The weather department did not expect this, we had been checking regularly. They …

31 dead as rains lash Tamil Nadu, Centre already released Rs 900 crore: Nirmala Sitharaman
1 year ago

31 dead as rains lash Tamil Nadu, Centre already released Rs 900 crore: Nirmala Sitharaman

India TV News  

31 people have lost their lives in rain-related incidents that lashed Tamil Nadu, informed Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. Meanwhile, the Centre released Rs 900 crore funds in two installments to be used in this financial year to Tamil Nadu, she added. Meanwhile, the Indian Navy undertook rescue operations in the southern part of the state amid relentless heavy rain …

Heavy rain continues to wreak havoc in Tamil Nadu: Indian Air Force, Navy conduct rescue operations
1 year ago

Heavy rain continues to wreak havoc in Tamil Nadu: Indian Air Force, Navy conduct rescue operations

India TV News  

Widespread damage ensued in Tamil Nadu as heavy rain lashed the region, prompting relief and rescue operations by the Indian Air Force and Navy. Stranded individuals were rescued from various parts of south Tamil Nadu, with Indian Navy personnel distributing food and relief materials in Madurai and Tuticorin on Wednesday. The office of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh affirmed the Centre's …

CM Stalin urges PM Modi to declare T.N. floods a national calamity, provide relief funds soon
1 year ago

CM Stalin urges PM Modi to declare T.N. floods a national calamity, provide relief funds soon

The Hindu  

Stalin presented a memorandum to Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Tuesday, December 19, 2023, urging Mr. Modi to declare Cyclone Michaung and the torrential downpour in the southern districts as national calamities. Mr. Stalin briefed the Prime Minister on the cyclone that caused widespread devastation in Chennai and its surrounding districts and the measures undertaken by the …

Indian Army's Team Reaches Tamil Nadu To Join Relief Efforts As Several Districts Flooded
1 year ago

Indian Army's Team Reaches Tamil Nadu To Join Relief Efforts As Several Districts Flooded

ABP News  

Tamil Nadu is battling a flood scare amid heavy rains in the state leading to the inundation of several areas, houses and building complexes. News agency PTI shared a video of rescue teams distributing food, and essential items and evacuating people from the flooded Muthammal Colony in Thoothukudi. VIDEO | Rescue teams distribute food, essential items and evacuate people from …

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin urges PM Modi for Rs 2,000 crore interim relief amid flood crisis
1 year ago

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin urges PM Modi for Rs 2,000 crore interim relief amid flood crisis

India TV News  

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for urgent assistance, seeking Rs 2,000 crore from the National Disaster Relief Fund to address the aftermath of devastating floods in the southern districts of the state. Stalin emphasised the need for immediate support to facilitate livelihood assistance and temporary rehabilitation efforts in areas severely impacted by …

Tamil Nadu Rains: House Collapses In Tirunelveli Amid Rain Fury - WATCH
1 year ago

Tamil Nadu Rains: House Collapses In Tirunelveli Amid Rain Fury - WATCH

ABP News  

A day after severe rain drenched Southern Tamil Nadu, towns transformed into islands, and hundreds were stranded across multiple districts, including Tirunelveli, Thoothukudi, Tenkasi, and Kanyakumari. A video shows the moment a home fell into a flooded road in Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu, amid heavy rains. As a result of the situation, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin instructed authorities …

Heavy rains wreak havoc in South Tamil Nadu; Paddy fields, roads flooded
1 year ago

Heavy rains wreak havoc in South Tamil Nadu; Paddy fields, roads flooded

Live Mint  

Paddy fields, roads and bridges were submerged and many residential colonies came under sheets of water as heavy rains wreaked havoc in Kanyakumari, Tirunelveli, Thoothukudi and Tenkasi districts of the state. The Indian Meteorological Department has issued red alert over South Tamil Nadu today i.e. As per IMD, “Heavy to very heavy rainfall with extremely heavy falls is likely to …

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