#Tamil Nadu
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Honorable Sports Minister Thiru. Adhav Arjuna Provides Rs. 10 Lakh Financial Assistance to Tamil Nadu Sportswoman Vaishali for International Chess Competitions
Honorable Minister for Sports, Thiru. Adhav Arjuna, presented a cheque for Rs. 10 lakh to Tamil Nadu chess player Vaishali at the Nehru Indoor Stadium on May 27, 2026, to support her participation in international chess tournaments.
Review Meeting on Minority Welfare Schemes Held
A review meeting on minority welfare schemes was held today, May 26, 2026, at the Secretariat, chaired by the Hon'ble Minister for Minority Welfare, Thiru. A.M. Shajahan.
51st Meeting of the Cauvery Water Management Authority
The 51st meeting of the Cauvery Water Management Authority was held in New Delhi. The Tamil Nadu member rejected Karnataka's claim on excess water and urged the Authority to ensure Tamil Nadu's due share at Billigundulu.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Writes to Prime Minister Regarding Proposed Mekedatu Dam Project by Karnataka Government
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Thiru C. Joseph Vijay has written to Prime Minister Thiru Narendra Modi urging intervention to stop Karnataka's proposed Mekedatu Dam project, citing violations of Supreme Court judgments, environmental laws, and the project's adverse impact on Tamil Nadu's farmers.
Honorable Chief Minister Thiru S. Joseph Vijay orders permission for all theaters in Tamil Nadu to screen five shows daily for seven days from the release date of new Tamil films
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Thiru S. Joseph Vijay has permitted all theaters in Tamil Nadu to screen five shows daily for seven days from the release date of new Tamil films, and also on specific holidays and weekends without separate permission.
Invitation for Adi Dravidar and Tribal Students to benefit from Special Coaching Classes for NEET, JEE and similar entrance exams to join higher education institutions
Special coaching classes for Adi Dravidar and Tribal students to join higher education institutions for exams like NEET and JEE have been conducted since 2023. All expenses are borne by the government.
Minister Rajmohan Inspects Distribution of Free Welfare Items for 2026-27 Academic Year
Minister for School Education, Thiru. Rajmohan, inspected the direct distribution of free textbooks, notebooks, uniforms, and school bags for the 2026-2027 academic year in Chennai. All schools in Tamil Nadu are set to reopen on June 1st, with the distribution process underway from district centers to schools.
Consultative Meeting Held Under Transport Minister's Chairmanship Regarding AIS-140 VLTD Fitting Scheme in Passenger and Public Service Vehicles
A consultative meeting was held on 22.05.2026 under the chairmanship of Hon'ble Minister for Transport Thiru. A. Vijay Tamilan Parthiban at the Secretariat to discuss concerns raised by lorry owners and school vehicle owners regarding the price of AIS-140 VLTD devices, which are being fitted in passenger and Public Service Vehicles across Tamil Nadu.
Hon'ble Chief Minister Thiru S. Joseph Vijay appoints Thiru G.Pa. Krishnan as Chairman of Tamil Nadu Urban Habitat Development Board
Hon'ble Chief Minister Thiru S. Joseph Vijay today (22.05.2026) ordered the appointment of Thiru G.Pa. Krishnan as the Chairman of the Tamil Nadu Urban Habitat Development Board.
Tamil Nadu Students and Teacher Selected for Sakura High School Programme in Japan
Four government school students and one teacher from Tamil Nadu have been selected for the Japan Science and Technology Agency's Sakura High School Programme - JFY 2026, an international science exchange program. They met and received greetings from the Hon'ble Minister for School Education, Tamil Development, News and Publicity, Mr. Rajmohan.
Minister Reviews Operations of Tamil Nadu Warehousing Corporation
Honourable Minister for Food and Civil Supplies, Thiru. P. Venkataramanan, reviewed the operations of the Tamil Nadu Warehousing Corporation, emphasizing safe grain storage and full capacity utilization.
Review Meeting Chaired by Hon'ble Chief Minister Thiru S. Joseph Vijay Regarding Granting Permission for Farmers to Take Silt from Water Bodies for their Benefit.
A review meeting was held today (20.05.2026) at the Secretariat, chaired by Hon'ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Thiru S. Joseph Vijay, to discuss granting permission for farmers to take silt from water bodies for their benefit.