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Independent legislator tries to oust Puducherry speaker R Selvam citing his functioning style

PUDUCHERRY: Political tensions have risen in the UT after another Independent legislator initiated moves to oust Speaker R Selvam, citing objections to his style of functioning. Following this, another Independent MLA P Angalane, a BJP supporter within the NDA, sent his notice through registered post to the Assembly Secretary on Friday citing similar reasons.The Assembly Secretariat has confirmed the receipt …

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1 day, 23 hours ago

One more MLA submits notice for moving no-confidence motion against Speaker in Puducherry

The Hindu

With one more Independent legislator submitting a notice for moving a no-confidence motion against Speaker R. Selvam, the political scenario in the Union Territory is turning volatile once again. After Independent legislator Nehru alias Kuppusamy, a supporter of Chief Minister N. Rangasamy’s All India N. R Congress in the ruling National Democratic Alliance bloc in the Puducherry Assembly submitted notice …

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2 days, 23 hours ago

After six years, Puducherry government hikes bus fares

The Hindu

The Puducherry government has revised bus fares of town service buses, stage carriages, express stage carriages and night service buses with immediate effect. For Stage carriages other than Express stage carriages plying within the Union Territory, a fare not exceeding ₹10 would be charged for a distance of up to 10 km and 75 paise more for every additional kilometre. …

Puducherry Charged Stage Bus Fares Fares Stage Carriages Fixed

3 days ago

U.T. gets ₹31 crore under Central scheme for development of MSME sector

The Hindu

The Puducherry government has received ₹31 crore under Central government programme, ‘Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance ‘, for the development of micro, small and medium enterprises in the Union Territory, Director of Industries P. T. Rudra Goud said on Friday. Speaking at a conclave on MSME business organised by the Confederation of Indian Industry, Mr. Goud said the government was …

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3 days ago

Flight operations resume in Puducherry

The Hindu

After a gap of eight months, flight services from the Union Territory resumed on Friday with private operator Indigo Airlines launching flights connecting Puducherry with Hyderabad and Bengaluru. Following a request from the territorial administration to the Union Ministry of Civil Aviation to resume services from Puducherry, Indigo came forward to operate ATR-72 aircraft from the Union Territory. On Friday, …

Bengaluru Hyderabad Airport Flight Puducherry

3 days, 23 hours ago

Congress cautions voters over attempts by businessman to enter electoral politics of U.T.

The Hindu

The Congress party has cautioned the voters of Puducherry over the attempts being made by a lottery businessman to enter the electoral arena of the Union Territory. The former Chief Minister was referring to the recent events organised by businessman Charles Jose Martin, son of lottery baron Santiago Martin, in Puducherry with the support of three disgruntled BJP legislators and …

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4 days, 15 hours ago

Chennai rains: Will schools stay closed today? IMD issues orange alert for key Tamil Nadu districts

India TV News

Tamil Nadu districts, including Kancheepuram, Thiruvallur, Chennai, and Chengalpattu, will witness heavy rains on Thursday. Weather Forecast Highlights According to the IMD’s latest bulletin: Light to moderate rain is expected in many areas of North Coastal Tamil Nadu and a few areas in the rest of the state. The revised forecast now calls for heavy rains in isolated areas of …

Tamil Nadu Chennai Rain Districts Imd Heavy Puducherry

4 days, 23 hours ago

Puducherry BJP leaders brief high command of political situation in Union Territory

The Hindu

The BJP leadership at the Centre held discussions with party leaders in Puducherry on the progress made in the organisational election and latest political situation in the Union Territory. Home Minister A. Namassivayam, BJP president V. Selvaganabathy and party in-charge for the Union Territory Nirmal Kumar Surana were in New Delhi for the last two days at the invitation of …

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1 week ago

Director Vignesh Shivan clarifies on rumours of acquiring government property

India Today

Tamil director Vignesh Shivan was in the news recently after rumours about him enquiring a minister about acquiring a government property in Puducherry surfaced. Tourism minister Lakshmi Narayanan addressed this matter and said, "Director Vignesh Shivan visited to seek permission to conduct continuous musical events in Puducherry, similar to those held abroad." In the first week of December, Dhanush sent …

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Coastal areas in T.N. likely to get rains from Tuesday

The Hindu

A low-pressure area over the southeast Bay of Bengal is likely to become more marked and move west-northwestwards towards Tamil Nadu coast in the next two days, bringing rain from Tuesday. The Regional Meteorological Centre, Chennai, on Sunday forecast light to moderate rain at many places over coastal Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal, with thunderstorm and lighting at one or …

Tamil Nadu Places Rain Heavy Rain Likely Heavy Puducherry

1 week ago

BJP to adopt wait and watch policy towards disgruntled party legislators

The Hindu

The BJP leadership seems to have decided to adopt a wait and watch policy on the conduct of three of its disgruntled legislators and three Independents supporting the Saffron camp in the National Democratic Alliance government in Puducherry even after the MLAs have started pushing a separate political agenda in the Union Territory. The six legislators had put up flex …

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1 week, 1 day ago

Plea to protect Puducherry’s wetlands: Activist urges authorities to act on Supreme Court order

New Indian Express

PUDUCHERRY: Environmental activist and president of the Bangaaru Vaickal Neeraadhara Koottamaippu, V Chandrasekhar, a farmers association has urged Lieutenant Governor K Kailashnathan, to take immediate action to safeguard wetlands and waterbodies in the UT. Highlighting non-compliance with a Supreme Court directive issued in 2017, Chandrasekhar stressed the urgent need for delineation, eviction of encroachments, and protection of these crucial ecosystems. …

Supreme Court Wetlands Puducherry Chandrasekhar Urges Authorities

1 week, 1 day ago

Ex- BJP MLA Saminathan calls for ban of Happy Street programme

New Indian Express

PUDUCHERRY: Former Puducherry BJP MLA and former state President of BJP V Saminathan has appealed to public to unite and protest against the AINRC-BJP government’s anti people’s policies, starting in January. He specifically called for the immediate banning of the "Happy Street" programme held on Beach Road, alleging that such events encourage "disgusting" practices like drunken dancing, which he described …

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1 week, 1 day ago

L-G hails contribution of fishermen to country’s economy

The Hindu

Lieutenant Governor K. Kailashnathan hailed the contribution of fishermen to the country’s economy. The community was contributing immensely to the economic activity of Puducherry, the Lt. Mr. Kailashnathan said the government was aware of the issues of safety and livelihood faced by the community. In his address, Chief Minister N. Rangasamy said there were plans to provide free education for …

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AINRC-BJP government is no different from previous Congress governments in U.T., says former BJP president

The Hindu

Stating that the policies followed by AINRC-BJP government were “detrimental” to the cultural and religious history of Puducherry, former BJP president V. Saminathan has said that the present ruling dispensation was no different from the previous Congress governments that ruled the Union Territory. “The AINRC-BJP government is no different from the previous Congress governments in the Union Territory. The AINRC-BJP …

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1 week, 1 day ago

Former CM raises doubts over majority of govt in Assembly

The Hindu

Former Chief Minister and Congress leader V. Narayanasamy has questioned the majority of the AINRC-BJP government in the Puducherry Assembly following the open declaration by three BJP legislators and three Independents supporting the alliance to steer a separate political formation in the Union Territory. Addressing a press conference here, Mr. Narayanasamy said three BJP legislators and three Independents supporting the …

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1 week, 2 days ago

Chief Minister N. Rangasamy inaugurates book fair

The Hindu

The 28th national book fair organised by the Puducherry Writers’ Book Society began at the Vel Sokkanathan Marriage Hall on Friday. Chief Minister N. Rangasamy inaugurated the book exhibition and also released 28 books written by various authors from Puducherry at the inaugural event. Educational institutions and students will get 25% discount for books purchased, the society said in a …

Book Puducherry N Rangasamy Organised Competitions

1 week, 3 days ago

Tanks, bed dams in Puducherry reach full storage in recent rain

The Hindu

: All the 84 tanks and 25 bed dams in Puducherry are filled to its full capacity due to heavy rain and discharge of water from dams in neighbouring districts of Tamil Nadu. As per data available with the Public Works Department, the 84 tanks spread across two municipalities and five commune panchayats have a total storage capacity of 1,599.88 …

Storage Tank Puducherry Tanks Recent Rain Bed Dams

1 week, 3 days ago

Puducherry government to expedite insurance settlement process for vehicles damaged in flood during Cyclone Fengal

The Hindu

The Puducherry government has decided to expedite the settlement of insurance claims for vehicles damaged in heavy rainfall and consequent flooding under the impact of Cyclone Fengal in the Union Territory. Following this, owners of these vehicles approached the insurance companies for claims and after initial inspection by the Insurance Supervisors, the vehicles were sent to the workshops for repair.” …

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1 week, 3 days ago

Top events today: Two-day debate on Constitution to begin, PM Modi to meet state chief secretaries, IPO news and more

Live Mint

Top events today: The Lok Sabha will hold a two-day debate on the Constitution starting December 13 to celebrate its 75th adoption anniversary, with PM Modi expected to respond on Saturday. One MobiKwik Systems IPO closses today The initial public offer of fintech firm One MobiKwik Systems Ltd received 20.37 times subscription on the second day of bidding on Thursday, …

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Chennai rains: IMD predicts heavy rainfall in THESE districts; schools open or closed? details here

Live Mint

Chennai rains: The India Meteorological Department has forecast light to moderate rainfall across most areas of Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal, accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning at isolated locations. Here are the top ten updates: The IMD also predicts isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall, with extremely heavy showers at one or two places, particularly in the Tenkasi, Tirunelveli, and …

Tamil Nadu Sri Lanka Places Chennai Rain Districts Heavy Rainfall

1 week, 3 days ago

Residents keep fingers crossed over forecast of another spell of heavy rain in Puducherry

The Hindu

People residing in flood prone residential areas in the town and those living on the banks of rivers in rural places are keeping their fingers crossed with the Regional Meteorological Centre, Chennai, predicting another spell of heavy rainfall in Puducherry and adjoining districts of Tamil Nadu The forecast for heavy rainfall comes at a time when people of flood prone …

Tamil Nadu Water Heavy Rainfall Puducherry Nagar Collector Krishna Nagar

1 week, 4 days ago

Tamil Nadu Rains: SpiceJet issues travel advisory for flights to and from Chennai amid widespread downpours

Live Mint

Tamil Nadu rains: SpiceJet issued an advisory for its passengers as widespread rains lashed parts of Tamil Nadu on December 12. The Regional Meteorological Centre, Chennai predicted heavy rains at isolated places over Chennai, Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram, Chengalpattu, Tiruvannamalai, Villupuram, Kallakurichi, Cuddalore, Perambalur, Tiruchirappalli, Sivaganga, Ramanathapuram, Mayiladuthurai, Nagapattinam, Coimbatore, Tiruppur, Karur, Theni, Dindigul, Madurai, Virudhunagar, Tenkasi, Thoothukudi districts of Tamil Nadu, …

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1 week, 4 days ago

School holiday today: Chennai, 10 other city schools closed due to heavy rains across Tamil Nadu

Live Mint

Chennai Rains: In light of the heavy rain forecast for today, December 12, authorities have declared a holiday for schools in Chennai, Villupuram, Thanjavur, Mayiladuthurai, Pudukkottai, Cuddalore, Dindigul, Ramanathapuram, Thiruvarur, Ranipet and Tiruvallur. IMD Forecast for South India Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Karaikal: Very heavy rainfall has been predicted for December 12. Heavy rainfall is also very likely on December 13, …

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Independent legislator tries to oust Puducherry speaker R Selvam citing his functioning style

One more MLA submits notice for moving no-confidence motion against Speaker in Puducherry

After six years, Puducherry government hikes bus fares

U.T. gets ₹31 crore under Central scheme for development of MSME sector

Flight operations resume in Puducherry

Congress cautions voters over attempts by businessman to enter electoral politics of U.T.

Chennai rains: Will schools stay closed today? IMD issues orange alert for key Tamil Nadu districts

Puducherry BJP leaders brief high command of political situation in Union Territory

Director Vignesh Shivan clarifies on rumours of acquiring government property

Coastal areas in T.N. likely to get rains from Tuesday

BJP to adopt wait and watch policy towards disgruntled party legislators

Plea to protect Puducherry’s wetlands: Activist urges authorities to act on Supreme Court order

Ex- BJP MLA Saminathan calls for ban of Happy Street programme

L-G hails contribution of fishermen to country’s economy

AINRC-BJP government is no different from previous Congress governments in U.T., says former BJP president

Former CM raises doubts over majority of govt in Assembly

Chief Minister N. Rangasamy inaugurates book fair

Tanks, bed dams in Puducherry reach full storage in recent rain

Puducherry government to expedite insurance settlement process for vehicles damaged in flood during Cyclone Fengal

Top events today: Two-day debate on Constitution to begin, PM Modi to meet state chief secretaries, IPO news and more

Chennai rains: IMD predicts heavy rainfall in THESE districts; schools open or closed? details here

Residents keep fingers crossed over forecast of another spell of heavy rain in Puducherry

Tamil Nadu Rains: SpiceJet issues travel advisory for flights to and from Chennai amid widespread downpours

School holiday today: Chennai, 10 other city schools closed due to heavy rains across Tamil Nadu