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Tiruvallur News
Everything happening across Tiruvallur district, ranked by trend intelligence.
Pattabiram Military Siding Railway Station to Get ₹2.93 Crore Foot Overbridge
A new foot overbridge is being constructed at the Pattabiram Military Siding railway station in Tamil Nadu at an estimated cost of ₹2.93 crore. According to a railway official, fabrication work is currently underway, with completion targeted by next March. The project will also introduce additional passenger amenities, including a tactile platform to aid visually impaired commuters.
21 days agoSource: The Hindu — Cities Chennai1 sourceTrend 74
Tiruvallur-Uthukottai four-lane road expansion 60% complete; new bridge work begins
Highways department officials announced that 60% of the ₹88-crore project to expand the 15.5 km Tiruvallur-Uthukottai road into a four-lane highway is complete. Construction has also started on a new bridge across the Krishna River canal in Mylapore village. The department aims to finish all remaining works within the next six months.
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19 days agoSource: ABP Nadu1 sourceTrend 39
TN forms expert panel to probe Kosasthalaiyar river mass fish kill
The Tamil Nadu government has constituted a four-member expert committee to investigate the mass death of fish in the Kosasthalaiyar river, the state Environment Minister informed the Assembly. This action follows allegations raised by PMK MLA A. Ganesh Kumar, who stated that illegal effluent discharges from local industries are polluting the water body.
25 days agoSource: The Hindu — Cities Chennai1 sourceTrend 37
Union Cabinet approves ₹2,229 crore Gummidipoondi-Gudur railway line project
The Union Cabinet has approved the construction of third and fourth railway lines between Gummidipoondi in Tamil Nadu and Gudur in Andhra Pradesh. Spanning 90 kilometers, the project is estimated to cost ₹2,229 crore and is scheduled for completion by 2030-31. The expansion aims to ease Chennai's suburban train congestion and boost connectivity to key ports.
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25 days agoSource: ABP Nadu — India1 sourceTrend 36
Avadi Factory Overhauls 150 Armoured Vehicles Annually, Says Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announced that the Heavy Vehicles Factory in Avadi, Chennai, overhauls 150 armoured vehicles annually. Speaking at the foundation stone laying ceremony for a new Rs 472-crore T-category tank overhaul facility in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, he noted that the Indian Army requires 230 vehicles overhauled annually, and the new facility will complement Avadi's capacity.
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19 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 35
Low oxygen caused Ennore fish deaths, not industrial waste, says Environment Minister
Tamil Nadu Environment Minister Rajiv stated in the Assembly that preliminary investigations indicate a drop in oxygen levels, rather than industrial waste, caused the recent mass fish deaths in the Ennore estuary. He added that contamination from human waste is a suspected cause. A committee has been formed to investigate the issue and submit a detailed report within 10 days.
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25 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 34
Minister Explains Reason Behind Fish Deaths in Kosasthalai River
A Tamil Nadu minister clarified the reasons behind the mass death of fish in the Kosasthalaiyar River during an Assembly session. The statement addressed growing environmental concerns regarding water quality in the river, which flows through parts of Tiruvallur and Chennai districts. Officials are reportedly monitoring the situation.
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25 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 34
Soil tests underway at Cholavaram lake to ensure bund stability before monsoon
The Water Resources Department is conducting soil testing up to 24 meters deep at Cholavaram lake to evaluate bund stability. Following a recent forty crore rupee renovation, cracks emerged in the newly repaired bund last September when water levels rose, forcing officials to discharge water. Officials are now analyzing soil samples from five borewells to ensure the lake can safely store its full capacity during the upcoming monsoon.
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18 days agoSource: ABP Nadu1 sourceTrend 33
Power Shutdown in Parts of Tiruvallur District Tomorrow Due to Maintenance
TANGEDCO has announced a scheduled power outage in several parts of Tiruvallur district, including Tiruttani and Vediyangadu Pudur, tomorrow from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The temporary shutdown is required to carry out monthly maintenance work, including transformer load management and tree pruning, to prevent voltage fluctuations.
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18 days agoSource: ABP Nadu1 sourceTrend 32
Local Devotees to Get Special Tuesday Darshan at Tiruttani Murugan Temple
Tiruttani MLA G. Hari announced that the Tamil Nadu government has approved special Tuesday darshan for local devotees at the Tiruttani Murugan temple. Devotees displaying Aadhaar cards can access the temple via a special queue for two hours weekly. The initiative, previously suspended after a government transition, is set to be reinstated soon following a petition submitted to Chief Minister Vijay and HR&CE Minister Ramesh.
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22 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 32
Thiruttani Murugan Temple Darshan Suspended for Four Hours on August 27
The Thiruttani Subramanya Swamy Temple administration has announced that devotee darshan will be temporarily suspended from 12 PM to 4 PM on August 27 due to Avani Avittam. Joint Commissioner K. Ramani stated that special abishegam and poojas will be performed during these four hours, and regular darshan will resume after 4 PM.
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22 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 31
Tiruvallur Commuters Demand More Bus Services to Kilambakkam Terminus
According to a Times of India report, commuters in Tiruvallur are urging transport authorities to increase direct bus services to the Kilambakkam bus terminus. Passengers highlighted that the lack of direct transport links forces them to change multiple buses, significantly increasing their travel time and expenses. They have requested the department to introduce new routes to ease their daily commute.
25 days agoSource: Times of India — Chennai1 sourceTrend 30
Farmers Demand Check Dam Across Kosasthalaiyar River in Tiruvallur
The Tamil Nadu Farmers Association has submitted a petition to Tiruvallur District Collector S. Kavitha, demanding the construction of a check dam across the Kosasthalaiyar river. Association Secretary Murugan stated that a check dam would help harvest monsoon floodwaters, recharge groundwater and borewells, and ensure uninterrupted agricultural activities for several villages in the Poondi union.
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22 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 28
Gudiyam Caves Emerges as a Popular Trekking Destination in Tamil Nadu
The Gudiyam Caves, located in the Tiruvallur district of Tamil Nadu, have emerged as a highly sought-after destination for trekking enthusiasts. Known for their prehistoric significance and scenic trails, these rock-shelters attract adventure seekers and history buffs alike, offering a unique blend of nature and heritage exploration near Chennai.
25 days agoSource: Times of India — Chennai1 sourceTrend 28