The Tamil Nadu Forest Department is dealing with a new ecological problem caused by an invasive plant called Senna tora. This plant, originally from Central America, has been...
The Tamil Nadu Land Consolidation (for Special Projects) Act, 2023, was enacted on October 18, 2024. It aims to facilitate land acquisition for major infrastructure projects. However, the...
The Madras High Court reported progress in eradicating exotic and invasive species from Tamil Nadu’s forests. The focus is on a specific invasive species, Senna spectabilis, which is...
The Tamil Nadu government declared heatwaves a State-specific disaster. This decision aims to provide relief for those affected by extreme heat. It includes financial aid for families of...
A remarkable archaeological find has emerged in Mappedu village, Tiruvallur district. Two copper plate inscriptions from the 16th Century CE were discovered at the Sri Singeeswarar temple. This...
In January 2024, after an oil spill in Ennore, Thiruvallur district, the Tamil Nadu government introduced a detailed plan to handle future oil spills. This plan focuses on...
Tamil Nadu recently saw a massive migration of butterflies from the Danainae sub-family, specifically the species called ‘tigers and crows.’ These butterflies moved from the Eastern Ghats (a...
The Tamil Nadu government has approved ₹500 crore to rejuvenate 5,000 minor irrigation tanks in rural areas. This project is aimed at improving water storage and managing local...
The Tamil Nadu Government introduced Cyber Security Policy 2.0 to replace the older version from 2020. This updated policy provides clear guidelines for protecting the government’s digital systems...
A new species of jumping spider, Carrhotus piperus, has been discovered in the lower Palani Hills of Tamil Nadu. This discovery highlights the rich biodiversity of the region...
Telangana, Tamil Nadu, and Rajasthan have been recognized as the fastest-growing large states in India by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI). These states have achieved...
Chief Minister M.K. Stalin started the “Chief Minister’s Mannuyir Kaathu Mannuyir Kaappom” plan, which was a big step toward sustainable farming in Tamil Nadu. With a strong budget...
