Tamil Nadu Current Affairs

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin launched ‘Anbu Karangal’ program for orphaned childrens

In a generous effort to provide for children who are left vulnerable after losing parental care, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin announced the launch of the ‘Anbu Karangal’ (Hands of Love) scheme on September 16, 2025. The welfare initiative will provide a monthly direct benefit of ₹2,000 to orphaned children in order to avoid […]

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India’s first-ever Centre of Excellence for Hornbill Conservation at the Aanamalai Tiger Reserve (ATR) in Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu government has announced the establishment of the India’s first-ever Centre of Excellence for Hornbill Conservation at the Aanamalai Tiger Reserve (ATR) in Coimbatore district in connection with biodiversity protection. To address this, the state’s Department of Environment, Climate Change, and Forests has allocated Rs 1 crore under the Endangered Species Conservation Corpus Fund

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Union Cabinet Approves ₹1,853 Crore Four-Lane Highway Project in Tamil Nadu

In a pivotal infrastructure initiative taking shape to enhance local connectivity in Tamil Nadu, the Union Cabinet approved funding for a four-lane road between Paramakudi and Ramanathapuram, on July 1, 2025. The project, which is part of National Highway-87 (NH-87), will be completed under the Hybrid Annuity Mode (HAM) with a project cost of ₹1,853

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Endangered Species Fund in Tamil Nadu Gets Fresh Lease of Life

The Tamil Nadu Endangered Species Conservation Fund, launched in 2024 with a ₹50 crore corpus, faced administrative hurdles due to the defunct status of the State Forest Development Agency (SFDA).To avoid delays, the fund has now been transferred to the Advanced Institute of Wildlife Conservation (AIWC), Vandalur, known for its research and wildlife initiatives.The fund

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PM Modi Inaugurates and Lays Foundation for ₹8,300 Crore Development Projects in Tamil Nadu

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu, inaugurating and laying the foundation for infrastructure projects worth ₹8,300 crore.Highlights included the inauguration of India’s first vertical lift sea bridge, the New Pamban Rail Bridge (₹700+ crore, 2.08 km), enhancing both ship navigation and train movement.The PM also launched a new train service between Rameswaram and

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Star Health Insurance Launches ‘SheTARA’ Campaign to Mark International Women’s Day

Star Health Insurance has launched the SheTARA campaign in Tamil Nadu to mark International Women’s Day. This initiative is designed to promote preventive healthcare for women and to encourage more women to pursue careers as insurance agents. With Tamil Nadu employing nearly 42% of India’s female workforce (6.3 lakh), it serves as a perfect backdrop

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Thaipusam 2025 | Devotees Flock to Murugan Temples Across Tamil Nadu

Thaipusam 2025 is one of the most important festivals in Tamil Nadu, dedicated to Lord Murugan. This festival is characterized by deep devotion, special prayers, kavadi offerings, and vibrant celebrations at Murugan temples, especially at the Aarupadai Veedu (the six abodes of Murugan). Thousands of devotees have come together in Tamil Nadu’s temples to take

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India Gets Its First Glass Bridge at Kanniyakumari

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin, along with several dignitaries, inaugurated India’s first-ever glass bridge in Kanniyakumari. The bridge connects two iconic landmarks Vivekananda Rock Memorial and the 133-foot Thiruvalluvar Statue enhancing Kanniyakumari’s appeal as a premier tourist destination. Built under a Rs 37-crore initiative by the Tamil Nadu government, the glass bridge aims to

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India’s First Vertical Lift Rail Bridge: The New Pamban Bridge

The New Pamban Bridge, India’s first vertical lift railway sea bridge, is replacing the 105-year-old Pamban Bridge to enhance connectivity between the Indian mainland and Rameswaram in Tamil Nadu. This state-of-the-art bridge is a leap in railway infrastructure, designed for speed, safety, and modern train compatibility. The 2.05 km long bridge, built at a cost of Rs

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Tamil Nadu Achieves Record with Highest Number of Ramsar Sites in India

Tamil Nadu has set a new benchmark in environmental conservation and biodiversity protection by securing two more Ramsar sites, thus achieving the highest number of such designated areas in the country. The recent addition of the Longwood Shola Reserve Forest in The Nilgiris and the Karaivetti Bird Sanctuary in Ariyalur has propelled the state to the forefront of ecological conservation

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