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TN to not implement Viswakarma scheme in present form, says CM Stalin

Chief Minister M K Stalin on Wednesday wrote to Union Minister for MSME, Jitan Ram Manjhi, informing him that the Tamil Nadu government will not implement the PM Vishwakarma scheme in its present form. The state has decided to formulate a more inclusive and comprehensive scheme based on social justice for artisans, which does not discriminate based on caste, Stalin said in a letter to Manjhi. The state had sought modification in the Viswakarma scheme, Stalin said citing his letter to PM Modi on January 4, 2024. The CM recalled that, moving forward, Tamil Nadu also constituted a committee to study that scheme in the wake of concerns that this initiative strengthens the system of 'caste-based vocation.' Subsequently, the panel recommended modifications to the central scheme and it was brought to the attention of PM Modi. To this, though there was a reply on March 15, 2024 from the MSME Department, there was no mention of the modifications suggested by Tamil Nadu. Hence, Stalin said:

Chennai to have 450 GCCs by 2030 against current 250 centres: CBRE

Chennai is estimated to have around 450 Global Capability Centres (GCCs) by 2030 as against 250 centres now because of supply of premium office space and availability of skilled talent, according to CBRE. Real estate consultant CBRE on Wednesday released a report titled, Tamil Nadu: The Epicentre of Capability and Innovation Leadership', highlighting Chennai's rising prominence as a key destination for GCCs and its expanding commercial real estate landscape. "Over the years, Chennai has solidified its position as a preferred hub for global corporates, which accounts for 11 per cent of India's current GCC talent. The city currently hosts 250+ GCC units, which is expected to reach around 450-460 units by 2030," CBRE said. Chennai's robust infrastructure, proactive state government policies, and quality office development are aligned to meet the needs of global corporates, it added. Anshuman Magazine, Chairman & CEO - India, South-East Asia, Middle East & Africa, CBRE, said, As ..

Cyclone Fengal: Tamil Nadu braces for heavy rain, flooding, & strong winds

Cyclone Fengal is expected to bring heavy rain, strong winds, and flooding to Tamil Nadu, prompting school closures and heightened disaster preparedness

Cyclone Fengal updates: IMD issues high alert in Tamil Nadu | Chennai cyclone

Rains continue in Tamil Nadu, standing crops hit in Cauvery delta areas

Rains continued overnight in Tamil Nadu's Cauvery delta areas affecting standing paddy crops and the India Meteorological Department on Wednesday said heavy to very heavy and extremely heavy rainfall is likely in a few places in Cuddalore and Mayiladuthurai districts, also part of the delta region. Rains submerged crops, partially and completely, at several places including those in and around Tiruvarur, Thiruthuraipoondi, Muthupettai, Mayilduthurai, Vedaranyam and according to farmers' rough estimates, crops over at least 2,000 acres were affected. In view of the rains, November 27 has been declared a holiday for schools and colleges, including Tiruvarur, Cuddalore, Nagapattinam, and Mayiladuthurai districts. A holiday has been declared only for schools in Chennai, Chengelpet, Ariyalur, Kanchipuram. According to the IMD--Regional Meteorological Centre's update on Wednesday morning, the deep depression over southwest Bay of Bengal moved nearly northwards with a speed of 10 kmph and

Depression over Bay of Bengal to intensify into cyclone, head towards TN

According to the IMD, the depression is very likely to continue to move north-northwestwards and intensify further into a cyclonic storm

IndiGo issues advisory for flights to/from Chennai due to bad weather

According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the deep depression over the Southwest Bay of Bengal moved nearly northwards with a speed of 10 kmph in the past few hours

Matrimony.com launches 'ManyJobs' app for job seekers in Tamil Nadu

The key features of the app include location-first job search, which enables users to find jobs in their preferred cities

'Eradicate Sanatan' remark: SC defers hearing plea of Udhayanidhi Stalin

The Supreme Court on Friday deferred the hearing on a plea of Tamil Nadu Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin seeking clubbing of multiple FIRs lodged against him over his purported "eradicate Sanatan Dharma" remark. A bench of Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna and Justice Sanjay Kumar posted the hearing in February, 2025. It further said the interim order granting the politician exemption from appearing physically before trial courts would continue till further orders. Arguing for Stalin, senior advocate Abhishek Singhvi and other counsel pointed out that several respondents (complainants) had not filed their replies on the plea. On March 4, the top court rebuked Satlin over his remarks, asking why he had moved the court with a plea to club the FIRs against him after abusing his right to freedom of speech and expression. Stalin, the minister of youth welfare and sports of Tamil Nadu, is a well-known film actor and son of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and ruling DMK chief M K Stalin. Speaking at a

Hyundai Motor targets 100% renewable energy by 2025, to set up two TN units

The company signed a power purchase and shareholder agreement with Fourth Partner Energy Ltd to boost its renewable energy component from the current 63 per cent of total need

Tamil Nadu focuses on EV revolution, ropes in World Bank to draw roadmap

This initiative coincides with the World Bank's broader efforts to support India's low-carbon transition

DMK slams Centre for 'sidelining' state languages, 'promoting' Hindi

Tamil Nadu's ruling DMK on Wednesday condemned the BJP-led Centre, alleging it ignored state languages including Tamil and for celebrating Hindi, month and week. The party urged its cadres to right away begin the campaign for 2026 Assembly election, by reminding people of the momentous schemes and the visionary leadership of Chief Minister M K Stalin, and expressed confidence of winning the polls. Fare-free travel for women in government town buses and the Rs 1,000 monthly assistance for women under the Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thogai (Kalaignar Scheme for Women's Right) are among the host of schemes being implemented by the DMK regime. The Dravidian party, in its high level panel meeting chaired by party president and Chief Minister M K Stalin, also targeted the Union government for what it called 'delaying' the caste census. The ruling party hit out at the central government for its proposed Waqf Amendment Bill and said it was tantamount to taking away the rights of ...

LIC faces Tamil Nadu backlash over Hindi website; cites technical glitch

The controversy erupted after Chief Minister M K Stalin criticised LIC, calling it a "propaganda tool for Hindi imposition"

Sundaram Home Finance to expand in tier-3 towns of Western Tamil Nadu

Sundaram Home Finance Ltd on Tuesday announced plans to expand its presence in tier-III towns in western Tamil Nadu under its 'Emerging Business' (EB) segment, citing strong growth potential. The company, a wholly owned subsidiary of non-banking finance company Sundaram Finance Ltd, currently operates over 15 branches in the region, including six under the vertical. As part of its expansion strategy, Sundaram Home Finance aims to disburse over Rs 500 crore in the next 1218 months, with Rs 50 crore targeted specifically at the EB vertical. This move follows the successful launch of its Coimbatore branch, the company stated on Tuesday. "Having established our Coimbatore branch, we are looking to expand further in the Emerging Business segment. The expansion into Pollachi is part of our strategy to penetrate deeper into smaller towns. Small entrepreneurs are thriving in the region and require working capital financing to expand their businesses," said Sundaram Home Finance managing ..

TN asks Finance Commission to consider 'income distance' for tax devolution

State also wants weightage increased for contribution to national GDP and urbanisation

CM Stalin asks 50% share of Central taxes for projects of Tamil Nadu

Expressing concern over the decrease in devolution of Central funds and increasing financial burden on Tamil Nadu to bear additional expenses for Centrally-sponsored projects, Chief Minister M K Stalin on Monday sought the union government to provide a 50 per cent share of Central taxes to Tamil Nadu. Additional funds should be allocated to performing states like Tamil Nadu, considering the overall development of the country. "A new approach should be adopted so that developing states like Tamil Nadu are not affected by decrease in Central allocation. Steps should be taken to strengthen the federal structure of India," Stalin said during his meeting with the Chairman and members of the 16th Finance Commission at the Secretariat here. He said the Commission's recommendation should fulfill the needs and meet the aspirations of Tamil Nadu and ensure its greater contribution towards making India an economic superpower. Only the states formulate and execute programmes for the developmen

Finance Commission open to view alternate index for devolution: Panagariya

The Finance Commission is open to considering alternate index for devolution of funds to states with regard to natural calamities and state-specific issues, Chairman of the 16th Finance Commission Arvind Panagariya said here on Monday. The problems arising due to natural disasters were beginning to get more and more acute, he said and pointed out that the 15th Finance Commission has recommended partial devolution of funds. "The Commission is very much open to looking at alternate ways of measuring disaster relief, provided we can do it across all the states. The index has to be transparent and acceptable," Panagariya told reporters after a long session with the Tamil Nadu government earlier in the day. Apart from Tamil Nadu, states like Himachal Pradesh which the Finance Commission had consulted, put forth a similar view. "Let me look into it if any particular type of disaster is not included," the Chairman said. Also, he said that gap between the richer and poorer states widened.

Adidas to Nike: Global footwear majors put best foot forward in Tamil Nadu

State eyes building raw material ecosystem to woo majors like Nike, Adidas, Puma, New Balance, and Reebok

Festival season lifts retail auto sales by 12%, two-wheelers top demand

Dealers' association expects inventory to reduce, helped by sales during weddings

Doctor stabbed at Chennai hospital 'stable,' 'spoke to us': DMK's Kanimozhi

Dr Balaji Jagannath, an oncologist was 'stabbed at least seven times' by accused Vigneswaran in Kalaignar Centenary hospital in Chennai, officials said yesterday