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Thanjavur News
Everything happening across Thanjavur district, ranked by trend intelligence.
Thanjavur Family Appeals for Rescue of Mother Stranded in Nepal Floods
A family from Thanjavur has appealed to the state and central governments to locate and rescue Chitra, who is among 37 pilgrims from Tamil Nadu missing after severe floods and landslides in Nepal. Out of a 57-member spiritual tour group from Kumbakonam, only 20 have been safely rescued so far, leaving families highly anxious.
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19 days agoSource: ABP Nadu1 sourceTrend 75
TTV Dhinakaran Criticizes Vijay as Political Villain, Welcomes Parandur Decision
AMMK General Secretary TTV Dhinakaran has strongly criticized Chief Minister Vijay, calling him a 'hero in cinema but a villain in politics' during a press meet in Thanjavur. Dhinakaran condemned the Chief Minister's warning regarding opening files in the Assembly and accused TVK of failing to deliver on its promises. Additionally, he welcomed the withdrawal of the Parandur airport project.
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22 days agoSource: ABP Nadu1 sourceTrend 74
Conduct excavations in Cauvery basin to understand Cholas, says archaeologist Amarnath Ramakrishna
Archaeologist Amarnath Ramakrishna has called for extensive archaeological excavations in the Cauvery basin to uncover deeper historical evidence about the Chola dynasty. Speaking in Thanjavur, the Archaeological Survey of India director also defended his Keeladi report, stating it is based on scientific facts and cannot be altered. He emphasized that deep-layer soil excavations are crucial to revealing Tamil Nadu's ancient history.
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24 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 74
Thanjavur: ₹197-Crore Vallam Housing Tenements Unoccupied Eight Months After Opening
A ₹197.45-crore housing project in Vallam, Thanjavur, built by the Tamil Nadu Urban Habitat Development Board, remains unoccupied eight months after its inauguration. The 969 tenements were constructed to relocate families displaced from Thanjavur moat banks. Beneficiaries are reportedly hesitant to relocate due to the 10-kilometre distance from the city, while officials state that residents delayed moving due to the Tamil month of Aadi.
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19 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 73
Keeladi Report Must Be Released to Enable Detailed Analysis, Says Archaeologist Amarnath Ramakrishna
Archaeological Survey of India Director Amarnath Ramakrishna stated in Thanjavur that the Keeladi excavation report must be officially published to allow for detailed analysis and peer review. He confirmed he has submitted the report, emphasizing that it cannot be altered as it is based entirely on scientific findings. He also called for extensive excavations across the Cauvery basin to uncover more of Tamil Nadu's ancient history.
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22 days agoSource: ABP Nadu1 sourceTrend 73
Sugarcane Disease and Jaggery Mill Closures Trigger Concern Among Thanjavur Farmers
Sugarcane farmers in Thanjavur's Ayyampettai region are facing severe distress as a persistent yellow leaf disease outbreak has drastically reduced crop yields. This shortage has led to the closure of numerous local jaggery-making units ahead of the festive season. Farmers are urging the Tamil Nadu government to provide disease-resistant seeds, scientific solutions, and harvesting machinery to salvage their livelihoods.
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21 days agoSource: ABP Nadu1 sourceTrend 72
Sugar prices surge to Rs 75 per kg in Thanjavur, impacting businesses
Sugar prices in Thanjavur have surged from Rs 40-45 to Rs 70-75 per kg, with premium varieties reaching Rs 80, local traders reported. The price hike, attributed to lower production, festive demand, and hoarding, has significantly impacted households, tea stall owners, and sweet manufacturers, who have urged the government to intervene.
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20 days agoSource: ABP Nadu1 sourceTrend 72
TVK Leader Vijay Has Public Influence Like MGR, Says Vaigaichelvan in Thanjavur
Speaking at a Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) public meeting in Thanjavur, party spokesperson and former minister Vaigaichelvan claimed that TVK leader S. Joseph Vijay commands immense public influence comparable to former Chief Minister M.G. Ramachandran. He praised the party's disciplined functioning and drew parallels between Vijay and MGR regarding their political strategies in reserved constituencies.
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24 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 71
Candlelight Tribute Held in Thanjavur for Nepal Flood Victims
A candlelight tribute was organized in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, to honor the victims of the devastating floods in Nepal. Local participants gathered with candles to express their solidarity and pay respects to those who lost their lives in the recent natural disaster.
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19 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 69
Thanjavur's 10-Year-Old Prajeesh Raghav Qualifies For National Karate Championship
A 10-year-old student from Thanjavur, R. Prajeesh Raghav, has qualified to represent Tamil Nadu in the upcoming national-level under-14 Karate championship. Training since the age of four under coach Rajesh Khanna, the multi-talented sixth-grade student has secured numerous accolades across karate, silambam, yoga, kho-kho, and athletics at both national and international levels.
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22 days agoSource: ABP Nadu1 sourceTrend 68
Udhayanidhi Stalin Criticizes Government Over Unfulfilled Election Promises in Thanjavur Speech
Speaking at an event in Pattukkottai, Thanjavur, opposition leader Udhayanidhi Stalin sharply criticized the TVK administration, likening its governance to a circus. He alleged that the government failed to fulfill key election promises, including financial aid for women and the unemployed, and neglected farmers' drought relief. He also criticized the police actions regarding his previous arrest over the Cauvery water issue.
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23 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 49
37 pilgrims from Tamil Nadu, including retired judge, missing in Nepal floods
A group of 37 pilgrims from Tamil Nadu, including a retired High Court judge, have gone missing after two vans were caught in the Koshi river floods in Nepal. The group of 57 had departed Kumbakonam for a Kailash Mansarovar pilgrimage on August 23. While 20 pilgrims are confirmed safe, local authorities are gathering details on those missing.
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20 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 48
Udhayanidhi Stalin Slams TVK Government, Calls Administration a Circus
Speaking at a wedding in Thanjavur, DMK's Udhayanidhi Stalin launched a sharp attack against the TVK government, questioning whether they are running a administration or a circus. He accused the ruling party of failing delta farmers by not releasing water from the Mettur dam on time, leading to severe crop damage, and claimed they are focused only on social media attention.
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23 days agoSource: ABP Nadu1 sourceTrend 48
Nepal Floods: Families Await News of 37 Stranded Tamil Nadu Pilgrims
Following heavy flooding in Nepal, families in Tamil Nadu are awaiting news about stranded relatives. According to reports from the Kumbakonam administration, 20 pilgrims from the region are safe. However, the whereabouts of 37 other individuals remain unknown as local authorities monitor the situation.
19 days agoSource: Hindustan Times — India1 sourceTrend 46
Thanjavur residents protest four-fold hike in power bills due to delayed readings
Residents in Thanjavur district have complained that delays in domestic electricity meter readings have led to a sharp increase in bills, in some cases up to four times the usual amount. Due to delayed assessments, consumption shifts into higher tariff slabs, reducing the benefits of free power. Consumers also alleged that assessors refuse to update physical electricity cards and are demanding a shift to monthly billing.
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20 days agoSource: ABP Nadu1 sourceTrend 45
40 Pilgrims From Kumbakonam Missing in Nepal Floods; 17 Reported Safe
Forty pilgrims from Kumbakonam and neighboring districts in Tamil Nadu have gone missing after flash floods struck Nepal's Rasuwa district during a Kailash Mansarovar pilgrimage. The group of 57 had traveled in three vans; while two vans went missing following a sudden swell in the Bhote Koshi river, 17 pilgrims in the third van were secured safely by Nepal police. Kumbakonam local administration is coordinating to gather pilgrim details.
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20 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 44
Actress Kasthuri Criticises Tamil Nadu Government Over Parandur Airport and Mahamaham Preparations
Speaking in Kumbakonam, actress Kasthuri criticised the Tamil Nadu government's decision to withdraw the Parandur airport project, warning it could impact economic growth and benefit Andhra Pradesh. She also highlighted the lack of preparations for the 2028 Mahamaham festival despite central fund allocations, questioned the slow progress of the Kumbakonam railway station upgrade, and criticised freebie schemes amidst state financial constraints.
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20 days agoSource: ABP Nadu1 sourceTrend 42
20 Tamils Rescued from Nepal Floods; TN Govt Issues Emergency Helpline Numbers
At least 57 pilgrims from Tamil Nadu, who went on a spiritual tour to Mount Kailash, were stranded in flash floods in Nepal's Rasuwa district. Officials confirmed that 20 of them have been rescued and safely housed in a Nepal Army camp. The Tamil Nadu government has released helpline numbers for relatives seeking information about the remaining stranded travelers.
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20 days agoSource: ABP Nadu1 sourceTrend 38
Thirumangai Alwar Idol Stolen in 1957 Returned to Kumbakonam Temple From UK
An ancient Thirumangai Alwar idol, allegedly stolen from the Soundararaja Perumal Temple in Kumbakonam in 1957, has been successfully retrieved from the United Kingdom after 69 years. According to reports, the idol has been returned to its original temple. The recovery process gained widespread public attention after actor and politician Vijay recently visited the sacred idol.
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25 days agoSource: BBC Tamil1 sourceTrend 36
Lack of leadership causes losses in state-run firms, says Palanivel Thiagarajan
Speaking at a business association event in Thanjavur, former Minister PTR Palanivel Thiagarajan stated that a lack of proper leadership and inefficiency are the primary reasons behind Tamil Nadu state public sector undertakings running at a loss. Citing CAG reports, he noted that taxpayers' money is being wasted and shared how his administrative decisions during his ministerial tenure helped reduce the state's revenue deficit.
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24 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 36
Ration Shop Employees in Thanjavur Report Glitches in POS Devices
According to reports, ration shop employees in Thanjavur district have complained about persistent technical glitches in Point of Sale (POS) devices. The staff noted that connectivity and software issues are delaying the distribution of essential commodities to ration cardholders, leading to long queues and public dissatisfaction at various fair price shops.
25 days agoSource: The Hindu — Tamil Nadu1 sourceTrend 34
Free TNPSC Group 2, 2A Coaching to Begin in Thanjavur From August 27
Thanjavur District Collector Revathy announced that free coaching classes for the TNPSC Group 2 and 2A preliminary examinations will begin on August 27. Organised by the District Employment and Career Guidance Centre, the free classes aim to help local candidates prepare for 821 vacancies. Candidates can register using their Aadhaar card copy and photographs.
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21 days agoSource: ABP Nadu1 sourceTrend 31
Thanjavur Doctors Successfully Remove Rare Skull Base Tumors in Three Patients
A medical team at Meenakshi Hospital in Thanjavur successfully removed rare skull base tumors in three patients through combined neurosurgery and ENT procedures. The complex surgeries, lasting 10 to 15 hours each, targeted tumors like olfactory esthesioneuroblastoma and sinonasal carcinoma. Led by Dr. N. Arunkumar, Dr. V. Sri Priyadarshan, and Dr. Isaac Richards, the team utilized advanced endoscopic and microscopic techniques along with ultrasonic tools.
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24 days agoSource: ABP Nadu1 sourceTrend 30