Heavy rains have disrupted normal life in the northern part of Tamil Nadu. The authorities have declared a holiday for officers and schools on December 5. The 'severe' cyclone is likely to make landfall on the southern coast of Andhra Pradesh between Nellore and Machilipatnam, close to Bapatla, on Tuesday morning.

Cyclone Michaung: Five killed in Chennai amid heavy rain; airport disrupted

Cyclone Michaung makes landfall in coastal community.The state of Andhra Pradesh is on high alert as cyclone made landfall hours ago. 12 people have been killed in southern India in rain related incidents.

Cyclone Michaung: Various coastal areas put on red alert as cyclone makes landfall

At the time Cyclone Michaung makes its landfall, its windspeed is expected to be 110 kmph. Almost 10,000 people have been evacuated. Heavy to very heavy rains, accompanied by strong winds, have already lashed many parts, including Nellore, Prakasam and Bapatla districts. The Andhra Pradesh government has appointed several senior bureaucrats as special officers for the cyclone affected districts.

Cyclone Michaung makes landfall in Bapatla, Andha Pradesh along India's Eastern Coast | WION

Government of Tamil Nadu has announced holiday for all schools and colleges in Chennai, Chengalpattu, Tiruvallur and Kanchipuram districts tomorrow (Dec 6).

Cyclone Michaung: Tamil Nadu govt extends holiday til tomorrow | Storm to make landfall soon

The Indian states of Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu are on orange alert for cyclone Michaung. Rains lashed parts of Southern India as a tropical Cyclone began its approach towards the region. Both states are bracing themselves for the Cyclone to make landfall on December 5th.

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Cyclone Michaung: Heavy rain warning issued for Tamil Nadu and Puducherry

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Cyclone Michaung: Rains lash parts of Southern India as cyclone approaches

<p>India’s Supreme Court on Tuesday (Nov 28) denied bail to Indian state of Tamil Nadu’s minister V Senthil Balaji, who was arrested in an alleged money laundering case by the Enforcement Directorate and was seeking bail on medical grounds.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Your sickness doesn't appear to be serious or life-threatening,” stated the Supreme Court. A Supreme Court bench, comprising of Justices SC Sharma and Bela M Trivedi, permitted Balaji to withdraw his plea which sought medical bail after the court said that it was not convinced regarding his medical condition being “serious” or “life-threatening”. &nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>SC allows Balaji to seek regular bail from another court</strong></h2>

<p>Balaji was allowed by the court to seek regular bail from the appropriate court and stated that the observations recently made by the Madras High Court while refusing his medical bail would not come in the way.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Any observation made in the interim order against the petitioner on merits shall not come in the way of the petitioner in filing regular bail application," said the bench. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The bench further expressed its disinclination to entertain the matter, after which the bail plea was withdrawn and the court then dismissed the matter as withdrawn. Earlier, the top court had asked Balaji to submit his medical reports on record.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The high court, while dismissing the bail plea, said that from Balaji’s health report, it did not appear that he had a medical condition which can only be attended if he was released from jail on bail.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On June 14, Balaji was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in connection with a money laundering case which was linked to a cash-for-jobs scam, when he held the position of the transport minister in the AIADMK regime.&nbsp;</p>

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India’s Supreme Court on Tuesday (Nov 28) denied bail to Indian state of Tamil Nadu’s minister V Senthil Balaji, who was arrested in an alleged money laundering case by the Enforcement Directorate and was seeking bail on medical grounds.

India’s Supreme Court on Tuesday (Nov 28) denied bail to Indian state of Tamil Nadu’s minister V Senthil Balaji, who was arrested in an alleged money laundering case by the Enforcement Directorate and was seeking bail on medical grounds. “Your sickness doesn't appear to be serious or life-threatening,” stated the Supreme Court. A Supreme Court bench, comprising of Justices SC Sharma and Bela M Trivedi, permitted Balaji to withdraw his plea which sought medical bail after the court said that it was not convinced regarding his medical condition being “serious” or “life-threatening”. Also read: India closely monitoring respiratory illness in children amid scare from China SC allows Balaji to seek regular bail from another court Balaji was allowed by the court to seek regular bail from the appropriate court and stated that the observations recently made by the Madras High Court while refusing his medical bail would not come in the way. "Any observation made in the interim order against the petitioner on merits shall not come in the way of the petitioner in filing regular bail application," said the bench. The bench further expressed its disinclination to entertain the matter, after which the bail plea was withdrawn and the court then dismissed the matter as withdrawn. Earlier, the top court had asked Balaji to submit his medical reports on record. Watch: India PM Modi visits Tirupati shrine | New Zealand to scrap 'smoking ban' The high court, while dismissing the bail plea, said that from Balaji’s health report, it did not appear that he had a medical condition which can only be attended if he was released from jail on bail. On June 14, Balaji was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in connection with a money laundering case which was linked to a cash-for-jobs scam, when he held the position of the transport minister in the AIADMK regime. (With inputs from agencies)

'Sickness not life-threatening': SC refuses bail to jailed Tamil Nadu minister V Senthil Balaji

<p>At least 16 people were killed after two explosions occurred at two different places in the Virudhunagar district of southern India state of Tamil Nadu.</p>

<p>The first fire accident took place at a firecracker factory in Sivakasi, in which seven people lost their lives. The&nbsp;second accident happened at a firework unit in Kammapatti village which left nine dead.</p>

<p>“Seven charred bodies were recovered from the sudden blast at the fireworks unit in Sivakasi and their identities are yet to be established,” a senior police official told PTI.</p>

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<p>The police expect the casualties to go up as more fire officials are being pressed into service to douse the flames.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It is currently unknown what caused the fire incident at both the factories.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin condoled the deaths and announced a compensation of Rs 300,000 ($3,600 approx.) for the families of the victims.</p>

<p>Sivakasi is considered to be a hub of firecrackers manufacturers in India.&nbsp;Approximately 70 per cent of the firecrackers and matches produced in India are from this region. The hot and dry climate of the city is conducive to the firecracker and matchbox-making industries.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, the city has also been prone to many fire accidents at factories. Lack of supervision and safety measures in the units are considered to be the leading cause of fires and explosions.&nbsp;</p>

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At least 16 people were killed after two explosions occurred at two different places in the Virudhunagar district of southern India state of Tamil Nadu. The first fire accident took place at a firecracker factory in Sivakasi, in which seven people lost their lives.

At least 16 people were killed after two explosions occurred at two different places in the Virudhunagar district of southern India state of Tamil Nadu. The first fire accident took place at a firecracker factory in Sivakasi, in which seven people lost their lives. The second accident happened at a firework unit in Kammapatti village which left nine dead. “Seven charred bodies were recovered from the sudden blast at the fireworks unit in Sivakasi and their identities are yet to be established,” a senior police official told PTI. VIDEO | Several killed in blasts at two separate fireworks units at Sivakasi in Virudhunagar district of Tamil Nadu. More details are awaited. pic.twitter.com/GEvLmapj3B — Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) October 17, 2023 × #WATCH | Tamil Nadu: An explosion took place at a firecracker manufacturing factory near Kammapatti village of Virudhunagar district: Fire and Rescue department pic.twitter.com/t4nyL2542w — ANI (@ANI) October 17, 2023 × The police expect the casualties to go up as more fire officials are being pressed into service to douse the flames. It is currently unknown what caused the fire incident at both the factories. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin condoled the deaths and announced a compensation of Rs 300,000 ($3,600 approx.) for the families of the victims. Sivakasi is considered to be a hub of firecrackers manufacturers in India. Approximately 70 per cent of the firecrackers and matches produced in India are from this region. The hot and dry climate of the city is conducive to the firecracker and matchbox-making industries. However, the city has also been prone to many fire accidents at factories. Lack of supervision and safety measures in the units are considered to be the leading cause of fires and explosions. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

At least 16 killed in explosion at two firecracker units in Tamil Nadu

<p>Ten people were killed and several were injured in an explosion at a fireworks unit in Tamil Nadu on Monday (Oct 9), becoming the second such accident in the last five days in the south Indian state.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Rescue personnel said that several firefighters took hours to bring the fire under control. The official said: "It took more than two-and-a-half hours to put out the fire. It was a very bad accident."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Some of the victims have not been identified. The charred bodies were sent to the Ariyalur Government College Hospital. As per reports, those who received injuries and are critical have been sent to the Thanjavur Medical College Hospital.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Police said that the incident took place at the Yaazh FireWorks in the Thirumanur area of Tamil Nadu's Ariyalur district.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>As per the initial investigation, when the explosion occurred inside the factory, unskilled workers were mixing chemicals.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Police said that more than 20 workers were inside. As quoted by local media, a police officer, who did not wish to be named, said: "Just this morning three new women began working here. They are among those dead."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Rajendran, who is said to be the factory's owner, and his son-in-law were charged under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and the Explosive Substances Act.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The officer said, "Both have been arrested."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Chief Minister MK Stalin has expressed condolences to those who lost their lives in the accident. The chief minister announced ₹3 lakh for the families who have lost a member and ₹1 lakh for those severely injured in the form of compensation.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Just a few days back, 13 people died and four were injured in a massive fire that broke out at a firecracker shop in Attibele in rural Bengaluru last Saturday.&nbsp;</p>

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Ten people were killed and several were injured in an explosion at a fireworks unit in Tamil Nadu on Monday (Oct 9), becoming the second such accident in the last five days in the south Indian state.

Ten people were killed and several were injured in an explosion at a fireworks unit in Tamil Nadu on Monday (Oct 9), becoming the second such accident in the last five days in the south Indian state. Rescue personnel said that several firefighters took hours to bring the fire under control. The official said: "It took more than two-and-a-half hours to put out the fire. It was a very bad accident." Some of the victims have not been identified. The charred bodies were sent to the Ariyalur Government College Hospital. As per reports, those who received injuries and are critical have been sent to the Thanjavur Medical College Hospital. Police said that the incident took place at the Yaazh FireWorks in the Thirumanur area of Tamil Nadu's Ariyalur district. #WATCH | Explosion in a firecrackers godown in Viragalur of Ariyalur district in Tamil Nadu; Police say seven people dead in the incident pic.twitter.com/AODekTlObi — ANI (@ANI) October 9, 2023 × As per the initial investigation, when the explosion occurred inside the factory, unskilled workers were mixing chemicals. Police said that more than 20 workers were inside. As quoted by local media, a police officer, who did not wish to be named, said: "Just this morning three new women began working here. They are among those dead." Rajendran, who is said to be the factory's owner, and his son-in-law were charged under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and the Explosive Substances Act. The officer said, "Both have been arrested." Chief Minister MK Stalin has expressed condolences to those who lost their lives in the accident. The chief minister announced ₹3 lakh for the families who have lost a member and ₹1 lakh for those severely injured in the form of compensation. Just a few days back, 13 people died and four were injured in a massive fire that broke out at a firecracker shop in Attibele in rural Bengaluru last Saturday. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Tamil Nadu: Explosion at fireworks unit kills 10, injures several

<p>The row over the sharing of Cauvery river water between southern Indian states of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu has spilled into the streets of Karnataka’s Bengaluru city where local organisations called for a total shutdown on Friday (Sep 29).</p>

<p>The shutdown took effect at 6 am local time and will be observed till 6 in the evening.</p>

<p>Many grocery shops and other non-essential stores have been closed in support of the agitation, while essential services like hospitals, ambulances, and pharmacies were operational.</p>

<h2><strong>Protest call gets massive support</strong></h2>

<p>The protest also got support from the Kannada film industry and the Auto Rickshaw Drivers Union and cab aggregators like Ola and Uber drivers.</p>

<p>The city’s metro rail system and the state-run bus services will continue to operate as usual and the authorities have tightened&nbsp;security at key locations.</p>

<p>Flight operations will remain as usual, said an advisory from Kempegowda International Airport .</p>

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<p>"Due to one day Karnataka bandh called by various unions and organisations on September 29, 2023, we anticipate a disruption in transport services. Passengers are advised to plan their travel to and from the airport accordingly. Passengers are requested to follow alerts from respective airlines, law enforcement agencies and media releases for further updates," the airport authority&nbsp;said in a statement.</p>

<p>Theatres across the State have cancelled shows till evening, with the Karnataka Film Exhibitors Association also backing the protest call.</p>

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<p>Most of the companies in the city have asked their employees to work from home. Key market areas in Bengaluru such as Chikpet, Balepet and adjoining business areas wore a deserted look.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>50 arrested till now</strong></h2>

<p>Bengaluru Deputy Commissioner Dayananda KA announced a holiday for all schools and colleges in Bengaluru.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, 50 people associated with the pro-Kannada outfits have been arrested across the state.</p>

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<p>“We have made proper arrangements as a bandh has been called by several pro-Kannada organisations. More than 50 people from the organisations have been taken into custody... We have sufficient staff and we will make sure nothing goes wrong," Additional Superintendent of Police of Bengaluru Rural Mallikarjun Baladandi told news agency ANI.</p>

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The row over the sharing of Cauvery river water between southern Indian states of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu has spilled into the streets of Karnataka’s Bengaluru city where local organisations called for a total shutdown on Friday (Sep 29).

The row over the sharing of Cauvery river water between southern Indian states of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu has spilled into the streets of Karnataka’s Bengaluru city where local organisations called for a total shutdown on Friday (Sep 29). The shutdown took effect at 6 am local time and will be observed till 6 in the evening. Many grocery shops and other non-essential stores have been closed in support of the agitation, while essential services like hospitals, ambulances, and pharmacies were operational. Protest call gets massive support The protest also got support from the Kannada film industry and the Auto Rickshaw Drivers Union and cab aggregators like Ola and Uber drivers. The city’s metro rail system and the state-run bus services will continue to operate as usual and the authorities have tightened security at key locations. Flight operations will remain as usual, said an advisory from Kempegowda International Airport . #WATCH Karnataka: Members of pro-Kannada organisation stage protest in a unique way over the Cauvery water issue, in Bengaluru. pic.twitter.com/XcgKnKFHPc — ANI (@ANI) September 29, 2023 × "Due to one day Karnataka bandh called by various unions and organisations on September 29, 2023, we anticipate a disruption in transport services. Passengers are advised to plan their travel to and from the airport accordingly. Passengers are requested to follow alerts from respective airlines, law enforcement agencies and media releases for further updates," the airport authority said in a statement. Theatres across the State have cancelled shows till evening, with the Karnataka Film Exhibitors Association also backing the protest call. Also read | Manipur: Mob attempts to attack CM Biren Singh's ancestral house Most of the companies in the city have asked their employees to work from home. Key market areas in Bengaluru such as Chikpet, Balepet and adjoining business areas wore a deserted look. 50 arrested till now Bengaluru Deputy Commissioner Dayananda KA announced a holiday for all schools and colleges in Bengaluru. Meanwhile, 50 people associated with the pro-Kannada outfits have been arrested across the state. Also read | US processes 1 million visas to Indians in 2023, ambassador Eric Garcetti says more to come “We have made proper arrangements as a bandh has been called by several pro-Kannada organisations. More than 50 people from the organisations have been taken into custody... We have sufficient staff and we will make sure nothing goes wrong," Additional Superintendent of Police of Bengaluru Rural Mallikarjun Baladandi told news agency ANI. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

India: Bengaluru city comes to standstill amidst shutdown call over Cauvery water sharing, 50 arrested

<p>In the&nbsp;span of three days, fire accidents have affected the Apple iPhone assembly unit run by Taiwanese firm Pegatron and the Japanese firm Yazaki that makes automobile wirings, both of which are situated nearly 60 kilometres from the southern Indian metropolis of Chennai. Located in Tamil Nadu's Chengalpattu district, the Pegatron and Yazaki facilities are situated a few kilometres apart from each other. In both cases, the blaze was reported at night and is said to have started from an electric short circuit. Of the two, the Yazaki fire appears to have caused more operational and financial damage.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Yazaki factory fire began around 8:30pm Wednesday night and went on for two hours, before it was put out by multiple fire tenders. Videos from the site show the severe nature of the blaze and the extent to which the smoke was billowing from the factory. It is said that a shift was underway during the fire accident and all personnel managed to make it to safety in time.</p>

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3 days ago <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Apple?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Apple</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/iPhone?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#iPhone</a> assembly facility went ablaze(electric spark suspected) in <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Mahindra?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Mahindra</a> world city <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/chengalpattu?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#chengalpattu</a> district<br />
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Now the facility of <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/japanese?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#japanese</a> firm Yazaki is up in flames..<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/chennai?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#chennai</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/industry?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#industry</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/infra?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#infra</a><br />
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<p>The fire at Pegatron took place on Sunday night (on a day when the factory had its weekly holiday) and it was put out after a few hours. WION has learnt that as a result of the fire, Pegatron was forced to halt its iPhone assembly operations till Thursday.</p>

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<p>Pegatron is expected to resume two of three assembly lines on a small scale, on Friday and resume production of the iPhone 14Plus models. However,&nbsp;it is unclear how long it would take to resume the production of the latest 15Plus model. In a statement, Pegatron had maintained that the firm did not face significant operational or financial effects from what they described as a "spark incident". The firm also added that there were no in injuries or casualties or damage to other assets. However, WION has learnt from Pegatron personnel that some high-tech equipment in the iPhone 15Plus assembly line had been damaged.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">My exclusive: Mfg operations at <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Apple?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Apple</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/iPhone?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#iPhone</a> assembly facility of <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Taiwan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Taiwan</a> firm <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Pegatron?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Pegatron</a> (near <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/chennai?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#chennai</a>) could be hit for 1week+, after Sunday night's blaze<br />
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Employing 9K persons, this plant rolls out ~20K <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/iphones?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#iphones</a>/day(14+ &amp; 15+ models)<br />
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High-tech imported machines damaged<br />
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<p>In Tamil Nadu, a state among the leading industrial powerhouses in India, such accidents taking place in such quick succession raise&nbsp;many questions: Whether such industries are adequately equipped to deal with such mishaps;&nbsp;whether the relevant Government authorities perform inspections of the safety standards at these factories; whether the personnel and guards at these factories are adequately trained to immediately respond to such incidents, etc.</p>

<p>It is also pertinent to examine whether such factories, that supply to giant global corporations compromise on safety while operating in India.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Despite the serious nature of the two accidents and the concerns over the safety of thousands of personnel working there, the Tamil Nadu Government has not yet reacted or issued a statement publicly. The state government machinery is working towards organising a high-profile Global Investor meet in January 2024, to attract potential investors from around the world and achieve a $1 trillion state economy goal by 2030. Such frequent industrial accidents don't augur well for these ambitions and the immense potential of a state that ranks second in the State GDP list in India.</p>

<p>In December 2021, near Chennai, more than 150 workers at a Foxconn facility assembling iPhones had fallen ill owing to food poisoning, and they had protested poor facilities at their off-site dorm rooms and related dining facilities. This led to Apple placing the said factory on probation, the state government reacting to the matter and ensuring corrective actions. It was after audits and inspections that the factory resumed operations in January 2022.</p>

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In the span of three days, fire accidents have affected the Apple iPhone assembly unit run by Taiwanese firm Pegatron and the Japanese firm Yazaki that makes automobile wirings, both of which are situated nearly 60 kilometres from the southern Indian metropolis of Chennai.

In the span of three days, fire accidents have affected the Apple iPhone assembly unit run by Taiwanese firm Pegatron and the Japanese firm Yazaki that makes automobile wirings, both of which are situated nearly 60 kilometres from the southern Indian metropolis of Chennai. Located in Tamil Nadu's Chengalpattu district, the Pegatron and Yazaki facilities are situated a few kilometres apart from each other. In both cases, the blaze was reported at night and is said to have started from an electric short circuit. Of the two, the Yazaki fire appears to have caused more operational and financial damage. The Yazaki factory fire began around 8:30pm Wednesday night and went on for two hours, before it was put out by multiple fire tenders. Videos from the site show the severe nature of the blaze and the extent to which the smoke was billowing from the factory. It is said that a shift was underway during the fire accident and all personnel managed to make it to safety in time. What's happening to #TamilNadu ? 3 days ago #Apple #iPhone assembly facility went ablaze(electric spark suspected) in #Mahindra world city #chengalpattu district Now the facility of #japanese firm Yazaki is up in flames..#chennai #industry #infra Could EB issues cause this? pic.twitter.com/w84rbtOOuB — Sidharth.M.P (@sdhrthmp) September 27, 2023 × The fire at Pegatron took place on Sunday night (on a day when the factory had its weekly holiday) and it was put out after a few hours. WION has learnt that as a result of the fire, Pegatron was forced to halt its iPhone assembly operations till Thursday. Also read | India weather update: IMD issues 'yellow' alert for Mumbai, Thane & Raigad till weekend; check details Pegatron is expected to resume two of three assembly lines on a small scale, on Friday and resume production of the iPhone 14Plus models. However, it is unclear how long it would take to resume the production of the latest 15Plus model. In a statement, Pegatron had maintained that the firm did not face significant operational or financial effects from what they described as a "spark incident". The firm also added that there were no in injuries or casualties or damage to other assets. However, WION has learnt from Pegatron personnel that some high-tech equipment in the iPhone 15Plus assembly line had been damaged. My exclusive: Mfg operations at #Apple #iPhone assembly facility of #Taiwan firm #Pegatron (near #chennai) could be hit for 1week+, after Sunday night's blaze Employing 9K persons, this plant rolls out ~20K #iphones/day(14+ & 15+ models) High-tech imported machines damaged ++ pic.twitter.com/IDHU4gJlDX — Sidharth.M.P (@sdhrthmp) September 26, 2023 × In Tamil Nadu, a state among the leading industrial powerhouses in India, such accidents taking place in such quick succession raise many questions: Whether such industries are adequately equipped to deal with such mishaps; whether the relevant Government authorities perform inspections of the safety standards at these factories; whether the personnel and guards at these factories are adequately trained to immediately respond to such incidents, etc. It is also pertinent to examine whether such factories, that supply to giant global corporations compromise on safety while operating in India. Also read | Project Cheetah: India may import more big cats from Northern Africa, says official Despite the serious nature of the two accidents and the concerns over the safety of thousands of personnel working there, the Tamil Nadu Government has not yet reacted or issued a statement publicly. The state government machinery is working towards organising a high-profile Global Investor meet in January 2024, to attract potential investors from around the world and achieve a $1 trillion state economy goal by 2030. Such frequent industrial accidents don't augur well for these ambitions and the immense potential of a state that ranks second in the State GDP list in India. In December 2021, near Chennai, more than 150 workers at a Foxconn facility assembling iPhones had fallen ill owing to food poisoning, and they had protested poor facilities at their off-site dorm rooms and related dining facilities. This led to Apple placing the said factory on probation, the state government reacting to the matter and ensuring corrective actions. It was after audits and inspections that the factory resumed operations in January 2022. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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The southern Indian state of Karnataka has witnessed protests against the sharing of the Kaveri River water with neighbouring Tamil Nadu. The dawn-to-dusk shutdown which evoked partial response was called by various former leaders and other organizations in the state. Schools and colleges were shut in Bengaluru the capital of Karnataka.

Cauvery Bengaluru Bandh: Protest against water release by Karnataka to Tamil Nadu

<p>A fire accident that took place Sunday night at the Pegatron facility near Chennai, which assembles Apple's iPhone 14Plus and 15Plus models, has led to the halting of production. It is the second major incident to hit the plant in two years.</p>

<p>Situated in Mahindra World City in Chengalpattu district, almost 60 kilometres from Chennai, the factory is owned by Taiwan's Pegatron, the second largest contract manufacturer of Apple iPhones.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Such incidents raise questions about the working conditions, and safety standards at these facilities and whether the requisite government and internal inspections are being carried out meticulously.</p>

<p>The personnel at these factories are involved in manufacturing the most coveted symbol of pocket-sized luxury - Apple iPhones, which are priced at almost $1000 apiece.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>WION has learnt that the fire at the facility was put out a few hours after the incident was reported.</p>

<p>Videos of the incident showed ambulances and fire tenders on site and smoke billowing from the building that housed the facility. It is unclear how many persons were within the facility or whether production was underway when the incident took place. However, it is said that there is no loss of life as a result of this fire.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Personnel working at Pegatron told WION that there are more than 9,000 of them involved in iPhone assembly at the Chengalpattu factory&nbsp;near Chennai and that production activity had not been carried out on Monday. At the time of writing, it is unclear whether the personnel resumed work on Tuesday. It is understood that the factory works round-the-clock from Monday to Saturday and they have a holiday on Sundays. The 24-hour workday is split into three shifts- A (6am-2pm), B (2pm-10pm) and C (10pm-6am).&nbsp;</p>

<p>In December 2021, more than 150 women workers at the Foxconn facility in Sriperumbudur, near Chennai, Tamil Nadu had <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/they-help-make-iphone-but-heres-where-they-stayed-inside-foxconn-chennai-offsite-dorm-room-441487">fallen ill after consuming the meals</a> provided at the staff dormitory. Back then, the women had risen in protest and blocked a crucial national highway. The issue was later taken up by the Taiwanese contract manufacturer Foxconn, Apple and the Tamil Nadu Government. WION had visited and reported from the dorm rooms where the women workers had stayed.</p>

<p>In December 2021, in light of the issues connected with the Foxconn facility, Apple placed its iPhone contract manufacturer Foxconn’s Chennai unit on probation&nbsp;over cleanliness and hygiene issues at their staff dormitory and dining areas. Later, after an audit and corrective measures by Foxconn and the intervention of the Tamil Nadu Government, the factory resumed its production activities in January 2022.</p>

<p>Amid geopolitical tensions with China, American tech giants, including Apple have been looking to move more of their assembly facilities to India and southern Indian states have been taking the lead in luring the investors, predominantly Taiwanese contract manufacturers. Apple also pins great hope on the young and aspirational Indian customer who wants to flaunt tech luxury. In line with this, Apple CEO Tim Cook visited India earlier this year and also opened Apple-owned retail outlets in Mumbai and Delhi. Both of these outlets are said to be doing brisk business. WION has sought the response of Apple&nbsp;in connection with the latest fire accident. The report will be updated when the response is received or further developments emerge.</p>

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A fire accident that took place Sunday night at the Pegatron facility near Chennai, which assembles Apple's iPhone 14Plus and 15Plus models, has led to the halting of production.

A fire accident that took place Sunday night at the Pegatron facility near Chennai, which assembles Apple's iPhone 14Plus and 15Plus models, has led to the halting of production. It is the second major incident to hit the plant in two years. Situated in Mahindra World City in Chengalpattu district, almost 60 kilometres from Chennai, the factory is owned by Taiwan's Pegatron, the second largest contract manufacturer of Apple iPhones. Such incidents raise questions about the working conditions, and safety standards at these facilities and whether the requisite government and internal inspections are being carried out meticulously. The personnel at these factories are involved in manufacturing the most coveted symbol of pocket-sized luxury - Apple iPhones, which are priced at almost $1000 apiece. Last night's fire accident at Pegatron's #Apple #iPhone assembly facility near #chennai, led to halt of assembly of models 14Plus & 15Plus today This is 2nd major incident in #TamilNadu Dec 2022: 150+ women workers at Foxconn fell ill, protested poor work& living conditions pic.twitter.com/WMSwfQYrjt — Sidharth.M.P (@sdhrthmp) September 25, 2023 × WION has learnt that the fire at the facility was put out a few hours after the incident was reported. Videos of the incident showed ambulances and fire tenders on site and smoke billowing from the building that housed the facility. It is unclear how many persons were within the facility or whether production was underway when the incident took place. However, it is said that there is no loss of life as a result of this fire. Personnel working at Pegatron told WION that there are more than 9,000 of them involved in iPhone assembly at the Chengalpattu factory near Chennai and that production activity had not been carried out on Monday. At the time of writing, it is unclear whether the personnel resumed work on Tuesday. It is understood that the factory works round-the-clock from Monday to Saturday and they have a holiday on Sundays. The 24-hour workday is split into three shifts- A (6am-2pm), B (2pm-10pm) and C (10pm-6am). In December 2021, more than 150 women workers at the Foxconn facility in Sriperumbudur, near Chennai, Tamil Nadu had fallen ill after consuming the meals provided at the staff dormitory. Back then, the women had risen in protest and blocked a crucial national highway. The issue was later taken up by the Taiwanese contract manufacturer Foxconn, Apple and the Tamil Nadu Government. WION had visited and reported from the dorm rooms where the women workers had stayed. In December 2021, in light of the issues connected with the Foxconn facility, Apple placed its iPhone contract manufacturer Foxconn’s Chennai unit on probation over cleanliness and hygiene issues at their staff dormitory and dining areas. Later, after an audit and corrective measures by Foxconn and the intervention of the Tamil Nadu Government, the factory resumed its production activities in January 2022. Amid geopolitical tensions with China, American tech giants, including Apple have been looking to move more of their assembly facilities to India and southern Indian states have been taking the lead in luring the investors, predominantly Taiwanese contract manufacturers. Apple also pins great hope on the young and aspirational Indian customer who wants to flaunt tech luxury. In line with this, Apple CEO Tim Cook visited India earlier this year and also opened Apple-owned retail outlets in Mumbai and Delhi. Both of these outlets are said to be doing brisk business. WION has sought the response of Apple in connection with the latest fire accident. The report will be updated when the response is received or further developments emerge. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Two major incidents in two years hit Chennai's Apple iPhone assembly facilities

For the first time, three young women are said to become Temple priests in India. These women have completed their training and will soon be designated as assistant priests at temples in the southern state of Tamil Nadu. The women named S Ramya, S Krishnaveni, and N Ranjitha are expected to commence their duties in 2024.

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A comment instigated political row in India. The son of Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister, Udhayanidhi Stalin has made a remark that calls for ''Eradication of Sanatana Dharma''.

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<p>India’s Supreme Court (SC) on Friday (August 25) deferred from passing any order in response to the Tamil Nadu government's plea seeking the release of 24,000 cusecs of Cauvery River water daily by neighbouring Karnataka state for irrigation.</p>

<p>A three-judge bench headed by Justice BR Gavai said it would be waiting for a report from the Cauvery Water Management Authority (CWMA) on the amount of water released by Karnataka.</p>

<p>The report will be submitted by September 1, when the matter is next listed.</p>

<p>Appearing for the Tamil Nadu government, senior advocates CS Vaidyanathan and Mukul Rohatgi sought 10,000 cusecs of water be released by Karnataka in the interim, to make up for the water shortage in the state, Bar and Bench news outlet reported.</p>

<h2><strong>Tamil Nadu seeks more water for standing crops</strong></h2>

<p>But the senior advocate Shyam Divan, appearing for the Karnataka government, said that the state government won’t be able to comply with the request due to a shortage of rainfall this year.</p>

<p>Advocate Divan said that Karnataka had already discharged water as mandated by CWMA and added that it takes three days for it to travel to Tamil Nadu.</p>

<p>But Rohatgi said that water has not been made available to the lower riparian state despite orders from CWMA.</p>

<p>Then Justice Gavai said, "Why do you not go before the authority? We do not have expertise in this. How can we pass any order? Please approach the authorities."</p>

<p>Justice Narasimha later said that the authority's orders were not being complied with.</p>

<p>Rohatgi informed the court that the Tamil Nadu state was also running out of water and that there was a “huge deficit”.</p>

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<p>Additional Solicitor General Aishwarya Bhati, appearing for the central government, then informed the apex court Bench that the CWMA would be meeting on Monday, following which the court listed the next hearing on September 1.</p>

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<p>The Karnataka government has earlier described as "wholly misconceived" Tamil Nadu's plea seeking a direction from the top court seeking release of 24,000 cusecs of Cauvery water daily for standing crops.</p>

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<p>In an affidavit, it said that Tamil Nadu's plea was based on an incorrect assumption that "the current water year is a normal water year and not a distressed water year".</p>

<p>Rainfall has been 25 per cent lower and the water inflow into Karnataka's four reservoirs 42.5 per cent lesser, the affidavit said, adding that the stipulated release shall not be applicable this year.</p>

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India’s Supreme Court (SC) on Friday (August 25) deferred from passing any order in response to the Tamil Nadu government's plea seeking the release of 24,000 cusecs of Cauvery River water daily by neighbouring Karnataka state for irrigation.

India’s Supreme Court (SC) on Friday (August 25) deferred from passing any order in response to the Tamil Nadu government's plea seeking the release of 24,000 cusecs of Cauvery River water daily by neighbouring Karnataka state for irrigation. A three-judge bench headed by Justice BR Gavai said it would be waiting for a report from the Cauvery Water Management Authority (CWMA) on the amount of water released by Karnataka. The report will be submitted by September 1, when the matter is next listed. Appearing for the Tamil Nadu government, senior advocates CS Vaidyanathan and Mukul Rohatgi sought 10,000 cusecs of water be released by Karnataka in the interim, to make up for the water shortage in the state, Bar and Bench news outlet reported. Tamil Nadu seeks more water for standing crops But the senior advocate Shyam Divan, appearing for the Karnataka government, said that the state government won’t be able to comply with the request due to a shortage of rainfall this year. Advocate Divan said that Karnataka had already discharged water as mandated by CWMA and added that it takes three days for it to travel to Tamil Nadu. But Rohatgi said that water has not been made available to the lower riparian state despite orders from CWMA. Then Justice Gavai said, "Why do you not go before the authority? We do not have expertise in this. How can we pass any order? Please approach the authorities." Justice Narasimha later said that the authority's orders were not being complied with. Rohatgi informed the court that the Tamil Nadu state was also running out of water and that there was a “huge deficit”. Hearing now on Sept 1 Additional Solicitor General Aishwarya Bhati, appearing for the central government, then informed the apex court Bench that the CWMA would be meeting on Monday, following which the court listed the next hearing on September 1. Also read | Ukraine's F-16 pilots to start training in US in September: Pentagon The Karnataka government has earlier described as "wholly misconceived" Tamil Nadu's plea seeking a direction from the top court seeking release of 24,000 cusecs of Cauvery water daily for standing crops. Also read | BRICS summit: India dismisses China's claim that New Delhi made a request for Modi-Xi meet In an affidavit, it said that Tamil Nadu's plea was based on an incorrect assumption that "the current water year is a normal water year and not a distressed water year". Rainfall has been 25 per cent lower and the water inflow into Karnataka's four reservoirs 42.5 per cent lesser, the affidavit said, adding that the stipulated release shall not be applicable this year. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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India is advancing its drone technologies, the government is focusing on innovative technologies from the private sphere as well to assist the Defence Forces of India and soon first common testing centre for drones will prove that centre would be set up in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu.

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<p>The Southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu, which is the 2nd largest economy and the top electronic goods exporter in India, will be hosting a Global Investors Meet in January 2024. According to the Tamil Nadu Government, the state has the largest number of factories and the largest workforce in India. To be held on the 7th and 8th of January, the Tamil Nadu Global Investors Meet 2024, is aimed at attracting high-tech industries, and investment in sectors that will generate large-scale employment opportunities.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Since coming to power(in mid-2021), the Government has secured 241 investment projects valued at Rs.2.97lakh crore or USD$37bn and secured 415,000 employment opportunities" Chief Minister MK Stalin said. To consolidate its position and to attract further investments from global companies, the State Government is organising this Investors Meet, he added.</p>

<p>The global investors meet is expected to bring together industrialists, Micro Small and Medium Industries trade bodies, agriculturists, weavers and artisans from all districts of the state, the Government said. The core theme of the meet would be 'Towards a Resilient Economy, Sustainable Development, and Inclusive Growth'.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Chief Minister MK Stalin launched the logo of the event. A modified depiction of the Tamil alphabet(pronounced as 'Tha'), the logo signifies the language and the people of Tamil Nadu, and the progress towards growth and industrialisation.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Already well established as the 'Detroit of India' for its Automobile manufacturing sector and exports, Tamil Nadu also has been in the limelight for being among the states where contract manufacturers assemble Apple iPhones and other smartphones from leading brands. The state government recently announced that it had secured an investment of Rs.1600cr or USD200mn from Taiwanese firm Foxconn, for a new facility to assemble mobile phone components.&nbsp;</p>

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The Southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu, which is the 2nd largest economy and the top electronic goods exporter in India, will be hosting a Global Investors Meet in January 2024.

The Southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu, which is the 2nd largest economy and the top electronic goods exporter in India, will be hosting a Global Investors Meet in January 2024. According to the Tamil Nadu Government, the state has the largest number of factories and the largest workforce in India. To be held on the 7th and 8th of January, the Tamil Nadu Global Investors Meet 2024, is aimed at attracting high-tech industries, and investment in sectors that will generate large-scale employment opportunities. "Since coming to power(in mid-2021), the Government has secured 241 investment projects valued at Rs.2.97lakh crore or USD$37bn and secured 415,000 employment opportunities" Chief Minister MK Stalin said. To consolidate its position and to attract further investments from global companies, the State Government is organising this Investors Meet, he added. The global investors meet is expected to bring together industrialists, Micro Small and Medium Industries trade bodies, agriculturists, weavers and artisans from all districts of the state, the Government said. The core theme of the meet would be 'Towards a Resilient Economy, Sustainable Development, and Inclusive Growth'. Chief Minister MK Stalin launched the logo of the event. A modified depiction of the Tamil alphabet(pronounced as 'Tha'), the logo signifies the language and the people of Tamil Nadu, and the progress towards growth and industrialisation. Already well established as the 'Detroit of India' for its Automobile manufacturing sector and exports, Tamil Nadu also has been in the limelight for being among the states where contract manufacturers assemble Apple iPhones and other smartphones from leading brands. The state government recently announced that it had secured an investment of Rs.1600cr or USD200mn from Taiwanese firm Foxconn, for a new facility to assemble mobile phone components. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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G20 ministers from 35 nations are gathering in India for a three-day meet. The G20 climate and environment ministerial meeting will take place in the capital of the southern state of Tamil Nadu - Chennai. Important issues on the card are climate change.

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<p>In a&nbsp;heart-wrenching&nbsp;incident, a woman in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu jumped in front of a moving bus and committed suicide. The woman, identified as 45-year-old Paapaathi took her own life, owing to financial troubles&nbsp;that were hampering her son's education, reports claimed.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Paapaathi, a single mother, worked as a temporary sweeper at the Salem Collectorate. She had been in a financial crunch and was looking out for opportunities to pay Rs 45,000&nbsp;fee of her son&nbsp;who is pursuing architecture at a polytechnic college.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Salem Town Police in its investigation found that the woman decided to jump in front of the bus after she was 'misled' by someone that her family would get compensation for her death.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"She was under severe stress and was always worrying about her children. She had taken loans to pay their fees in the past," one of Paapaathi's neighbours was quoted as saying by the Quint.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>Son denies claims&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>While most reports claimed that Paapaathi died for the aforementioned reasons, her son refuted the claims.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"All this news about how she deliberately jumped in front of the bus to pay my fees is fake news... It is not true. I don't want to say anything more, but this is fake news," her son&nbsp;Rubatharan&nbsp;told the publication.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Although the incident took place over a month ago, the CCTV footage of the incident went viral in the last few days. The netizens, upon watching the video were disheartened and questioned what led the woman to commit such an act.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"This is heart-wrenching! Unbelievable! Tragic beyond words," said one user, while another added, "This story is too horrifying. Education should be free for all."</p>

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In a heart-wrenching incident, a woman in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu jumped in front of a moving bus and committed suicide. The woman, identified as 45-year-old Paapaathi took her own life, owing to financial troubles that were hampering her son's education, reports claimed.

In a heart-wrenching incident, a woman in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu jumped in front of a moving bus and committed suicide. The woman, identified as 45-year-old Paapaathi took her own life, owing to financial troubles that were hampering her son's education, reports claimed. Paapaathi, a single mother, worked as a temporary sweeper at the Salem Collectorate. She had been in a financial crunch and was looking out for opportunities to pay Rs 45,000 fee of her son who is pursuing architecture at a polytechnic college. The Salem Town Police in its investigation found that the woman decided to jump in front of the bus after she was 'misled' by someone that her family would get compensation for her death. "She was under severe stress and was always worrying about her children. She had taken loans to pay their fees in the past," one of Paapaathi's neighbours was quoted as saying by the Quint. Also read | Jammu & Kashmir: Two terrorists killed in infiltration bid, 8 killed this week Son denies claims While most reports claimed that Paapaathi died for the aforementioned reasons, her son refuted the claims. "All this news about how she deliberately jumped in front of the bus to pay my fees is fake news... It is not true. I don't want to say anything more, but this is fake news," her son Rubatharan told the publication. Although the incident took place over a month ago, the CCTV footage of the incident went viral in the last few days. The netizens, upon watching the video were disheartened and questioned what led the woman to commit such an act. Watch | WION Dispatch: Delhi police solve six-month-old murder case × "This is heart-wrenching! Unbelievable! Tragic beyond words," said one user, while another added, "This story is too horrifying. Education should be free for all." A third said, "A mother had to kill herself to pay her son’s college fees. Merely 45 thousand had compelled her to destroy herself. She was a sweeper at Salem collectorate. Aren't we ashamed of ourselves? How pathetic this incident is! How poverty is dominating over humanity!" (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

India: Woman jumps in front of moving bus, hoping her death compensation would pay son’s college fee

A rice-eating wild elephant has become a cause for concern in the two Southern states of Kerala and Tamil Nadu. There's a wild Tusker that reads Russian shops and homes in search of rice in recent weeks. The authorities in both the states have made efforts to move the elephant away from human settlements.

India's rice-eating wild elephant: Arikkomban, who killed 11 people, captured in Tamil Nadu

<p>A major whale vomit&nbsp;(ambergris) smuggling racket has been busted in India which threatened to pose a significant threat to the country's flora and fauna. The authorities&nbsp;seized 18.1 kg of ambergris worth $3.8 million (Rs 31.67 crore) in the black market off the Tuticorin coast in the southern state of Tamil Nadu.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The bust was conducted by the&nbsp;Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) after receiving a tip-off. Acting on the intel, the authorities laid a trap and managed to apprehend five people in a vehicle near the&nbsp;Harbour Beach coast of Tuticorin on the night of May 18.</p>

<p>Upon searching the vehicle, the officers managed to unearth 18.1 kg of ambergris, while the five smugglers confessed to their involvement in the case. Of the five smugglers four hailed from Kerala while only one was a native. They all have been remanded to judicial custody, the DRI&nbsp;informed in a statement.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The smuggling of&nbsp;whale vomit has become a major black market activity in recent years, especially in India. DRI has seized around&nbsp;&nbsp;40.52 kg of ambergris valued at $6.5 million (Rs&nbsp;54 crore) in the international market in the last two years alone - all of which was being smuggled out of India via the Tuticorin coast.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Previous instances&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>In September last year,&nbsp;Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force (STF) busted a similar whale vomit smuggling racket. During the raid, STF managed to recover 4.12 kg of&nbsp;ambergris which was thought to be worth $1.2 million (Rs 10 crore).&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In June 2021, Mumbai police seized nine kg of ambergris in two separate cases from smugglers in the Mulund area of the city.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>What is&nbsp;ambergris?</strong></h2>

<p>Generally referred to as whale vomit,&nbsp;ambergris is derived from&nbsp;old French words<strong>&nbsp;</strong>'amber' and 'gris', roughly translating to grey amber.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A whale produces this solid waxy substance as a form of vomit which fishermen often find floating in the sea. It is called Treasure of the Sea or Floating Gold as perfume companies use the&nbsp;ambrein alcohol extracted from ambergris to sustain scent.</p>

<p>The rarity of the commodity is the reason it is banned in some countries, such as the United Kingdom. In India, the possession and sale of ambergris is forbidden under the&nbsp;&nbsp;Wildlife (Protection) Act of 1972.&nbsp;</p>

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A major whale vomit (ambergris) smuggling racket has been busted in India which threatened to pose a significant threat to the country's flora and fauna. The authorities seized 18.

A major whale vomit (ambergris) smuggling racket has been busted in India which threatened to pose a significant threat to the country's flora and fauna. The authorities seized 18.1 kg of ambergris worth $3.8 million (Rs 31.67 crore) in the black market off the Tuticorin coast in the southern state of Tamil Nadu. The bust was conducted by the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) after receiving a tip-off. Acting on the intel, the authorities laid a trap and managed to apprehend five people in a vehicle near the Harbour Beach coast of Tuticorin on the night of May 18. Upon searching the vehicle, the officers managed to unearth 18.1 kg of ambergris, while the five smugglers confessed to their involvement in the case. Of the five smugglers four hailed from Kerala while only one was a native. They all have been remanded to judicial custody, the DRI informed in a statement. WATCH | WION Climate Tracker: Whales help store planet-heating carbon emissions × The smuggling of whale vomit has become a major black market activity in recent years, especially in India. DRI has seized around 40.52 kg of ambergris valued at $6.5 million (Rs 54 crore) in the international market in the last two years alone - all of which was being smuggled out of India via the Tuticorin coast. Previous instances In September last year, Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force (STF) busted a similar whale vomit smuggling racket. During the raid, STF managed to recover 4.12 kg of ambergris which was thought to be worth $1.2 million (Rs 10 crore). ALSO READ | Megalophobia activated: Giant whale sinks 44 ft boat in Pacific Ocean In June 2021, Mumbai police seized nine kg of ambergris in two separate cases from smugglers in the Mulund area of the city. What is ambergris? Generally referred to as whale vomit, ambergris is derived from old French words 'amber' and 'gris', roughly translating to grey amber. A whale produces this solid waxy substance as a form of vomit which fishermen often find floating in the sea. It is called Treasure of the Sea or Floating Gold as perfume companies use the ambrein alcohol extracted from ambergris to sustain scent. The rarity of the commodity is the reason it is banned in some countries, such as the United Kingdom. In India, the possession and sale of ambergris is forbidden under the Wildlife (Protection) Act of 1972. ALSO READ | Whales can help fight the climate change, scientists say (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

India: Whale vomit worth $3.8 million seized in Tamil Nadu, five smugglers arrested

<p>Indian Supreme Court on Thursday upheld the Tamil Nadu law which allows the bull-taming sport 'Jallikattu' in the state, as per reports. While delivering the ruling, the apex court said that the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Tamil Nadu Amendment) Act, 2017, substantially minimises pain and suffering to animals.</p>

<p>In addition to Jallikattu, the apex court also upheld laws passed by Karnataka and Maharashtra with regard to sports like Kambala and the bull-cart race. It is important to know Supreme Court in May 2014 held that Jallikattu was violative of the rights of the animals. However, later the State government enacted the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Tamil Nadu Amendment) Act of 2017.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>However the amendments were challenged before the Indian top court. On Thursday, the court upheld the constitutional validity of the State amendments and&nbsp;dismissed a batch of petitions challenging the constitutionality of these amendments.</p>

<p>The 5 judge bench comprised of Justice KM Joseph, Justice Ajay Rastogi, Justice Aniruddha Bose, Justice Hrishikesh Roy, and Justice CT Ravikumar. The court said that the amendments minimises the pain and suffering caused to animals.</p>

<p>The Constitution Bench observed that these laws cannot be construed as "colourable legislations" and that the State legislature had the legislative power to make these amendments as per Entry 17 to List II of the Seventh Schedule, as per Live Law. The court further noted that the amendments cannot be faulted as they have already received the assent of the president.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The bench observed, "We are satisfied on materials that in Jallikettu is going in TN for last one century. Whether this as part of integral part of Tamil culture requires greater detail, which exercise judiciary cannot undertake...When legislature has declared that jallikettu is part of cultural heritage of TN state, judiciary cannot take a different view. Legislature is best suited to decide that."</p>

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Indian Supreme Court on Thursday upheld the Tamil Nadu law which allows the bull-taming sport 'Jallikattu' in the state, as per reports. While delivering the ruling, the apex court said that the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Tamil Nadu Amendment) Act, 2017, substantially minimises pain and suffering to animals.

Indian Supreme Court on Thursday upheld the Tamil Nadu law which allows the bull-taming sport 'Jallikattu' in the state, as per reports. While delivering the ruling, the apex court said that the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Tamil Nadu Amendment) Act, 2017, substantially minimises pain and suffering to animals. In addition to Jallikattu, the apex court also upheld laws passed by Karnataka and Maharashtra with regard to sports like Kambala and the bull-cart race. It is important to know Supreme Court in May 2014 held that Jallikattu was violative of the rights of the animals. However, later the State government enacted the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Tamil Nadu Amendment) Act of 2017. Also Read | Russia arrests three hypersonic missile scientists on charges of 'very serious treason' However the amendments were challenged before the Indian top court. On Thursday, the court upheld the constitutional validity of the State amendments and dismissed a batch of petitions challenging the constitutionality of these amendments. The 5 judge bench comprised of Justice KM Joseph, Justice Ajay Rastogi, Justice Aniruddha Bose, Justice Hrishikesh Roy, and Justice CT Ravikumar. The court said that the amendments minimises the pain and suffering caused to animals. The Constitution Bench observed that these laws cannot be construed as "colourable legislations" and that the State legislature had the legislative power to make these amendments as per Entry 17 to List II of the Seventh Schedule, as per Live Law. The court further noted that the amendments cannot be faulted as they have already received the assent of the president. Also Read | Overseas travel ban on ex-Sri Lankan prime minister Mahinda Rajapaksa lifted The bench observed, "We are satisfied on materials that in Jallikettu is going in TN for last one century. Whether this as part of integral part of Tamil culture requires greater detail, which exercise judiciary cannot undertake...When legislature has declared that jallikettu is part of cultural heritage of TN state, judiciary cannot take a different view. Legislature is best suited to decide that." Watch | US President Joe Biden to visit Japan's Hiroshima for G7 summit × Jallikattu is a traditional bull-taming sport that has been practiced for centuries in the state of Tamil Nadu, India. It is usually held during the Pongal festival, a harvest festival celebrated in Tamil Nadu and is considered a traditional sport that reflects the cultural and historical significance of the region. The event attracts large crowds of spectators who gather to witness the spectacle WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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<p>Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, the 102-year-old Japanese firm, will be investing $236 million (Rs 1,891 crore) to set up a facility in India to manufacture room air-conditioners and compressors. The foundation stone for the factory was laid virtually&nbsp;by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin&nbsp;in the presence of top officials from the Japanese firm. Situated in the Thiruvallur district near Chennai, the factory is expected to commence production by October 2025.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Japanese firm signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Tamil Nadu Government, regarding their plan to invest $236 million as a 100 per cent foreign direct investment.</p>

<p>Spread across 52 acres, their new factory, which is also their first to manufacture room ACs and compressors in India, is expected to offer employment to more than 2,000 people. The firm hopes to roll out 3,00,000 ACs and 6,50,000 compressors per year, and these products are meant to cater to local demand and exports.</p>

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<p>Speaking at the event, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin said that Tamil Nadu is home to three of the 12 Japan Industrial Townships (JIT) in India, as part of the Japan-India Investment Promotion Partnership.</p>

<p>He also highlighted that Tamil Nadu was home to the highest number of Japanese expatriates in India. He also made a mention of his impending visit to Singapore and Japan later this month, to attract investors to the state.</p>

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Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, the 102-year-old Japanese firm, will be investing $236 million (Rs 1,891 crore) to set up a facility in India to manufacture room air-conditioners and compressors.

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, the 102-year-old Japanese firm, will be investing $236 million (Rs 1,891 crore) to set up a facility in India to manufacture room air-conditioners and compressors. The foundation stone for the factory was laid virtually by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin in the presence of top officials from the Japanese firm. Situated in the Thiruvallur district near Chennai, the factory is expected to commence production by October 2025. The Japanese firm signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Tamil Nadu Government, regarding their plan to invest $236 million as a 100 per cent foreign direct investment. Spread across 52 acres, their new factory, which is also their first to manufacture room ACs and compressors in India, is expected to offer employment to more than 2,000 people. The firm hopes to roll out 3,00,000 ACs and 6,50,000 compressors per year, and these products are meant to cater to local demand and exports. ALSO READ | Mitsubishi Electric CEO to quit over long-running data deceit Speaking at the event, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin said that Tamil Nadu is home to three of the 12 Japan Industrial Townships (JIT) in India, as part of the Japan-India Investment Promotion Partnership. He also highlighted that Tamil Nadu was home to the highest number of Japanese expatriates in India. He also made a mention of his impending visit to Singapore and Japan later this month, to attract investors to the state. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Japan’s Mitsubishi Electric to invest $235mn in AC factory in India; to start production by Oct 2025

<p>S Nandhini, a student of a government-aided school in Dindigul District in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu has scored 600 out of 600 marks in the Class 12 exam of the Tamil Nadu state board. Nandhini, who is a daughter of a daily wage worker, told the media that her father always encouraged her to pursue her education. She studied at Annamalaiar Mills Girls Higher Secondary School. Her stellar performance in the exams has brought joy to her family and her school.</p>

<p>“The result of Class XII has been declared. I scored 600/600 marks. This makes me very happy. My grandmother and teachers supported me,” she said.</p>

<p>“My father is a daily wage labourer but he never tried to stop me from studying. He told me that my education is my wealth and has encouraged me,” she added.</p>

<p>Nandhini's father S Saravanakumar is a carpenter by profession while her mother S Banupriya is a homemaker. She has a brother who is in Class 6.</p>

<p>Saravanakumar told the media that Nandhini was focused on studies&nbsp;from a young age.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"She saw how hard we were working and always wanted to do what she could to lessen our burden," he told The Times of India.</p>

<p>Akila, the headmaster of the school Nandhini was studying in, said teachers expected her to do very well in the 12th exams. Nandhini had scored 598/600 in her Class 11 exams. The headmaster told The Times of India that Nandhini studied on her own under the guidance of her teachers and did not attend any extra tuitions.</p>

<p>The results of the Tamil Nadu Board Exam 2023 for class 12 were declared by the Tamil Nadu Directorate of Government Exams (DGE) on Monday (May 9).</p>

<p>This year, the overall pass percentage was 94.03. The district of Kanyakumari recorded the highest pass percentage of 97.05 per cent.</p>

<p>8,03,383 students appeared for the examination in all.</p>

<p>Girls outperformed boys in the board exams once again. They had a higher pass percentage of 96.38 per cent compared to 91.45 per cent registered by boys.&nbsp;</p>

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S Nandhini, a student of a government-aided school in Dindigul District in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu has scored 600 out of 600 marks in the Class 12 exam of the Tamil Nadu state board.

S Nandhini, a student of a government-aided school in Dindigul District in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu has scored 600 out of 600 marks in the Class 12 exam of the Tamil Nadu state board. Nandhini, who is a daughter of a daily wage worker, told the media that her father always encouraged her to pursue her education. She studied at Annamalaiar Mills Girls Higher Secondary School. Her stellar performance in the exams has brought joy to her family and her school. “The result of Class XII has been declared. I scored 600/600 marks. This makes me very happy. My grandmother and teachers supported me,” she said. “My father is a daily wage labourer but he never tried to stop me from studying. He told me that my education is my wealth and has encouraged me,” she added. Nandhini's father S Saravanakumar is a carpenter by profession while her mother S Banupriya is a homemaker. She has a brother who is in Class 6. Saravanakumar told the media that Nandhini was focused on studies from a young age. "She saw how hard we were working and always wanted to do what she could to lessen our burden," he told The Times of India. Akila, the headmaster of the school Nandhini was studying in, said teachers expected her to do very well in the 12th exams. Nandhini had scored 598/600 in her Class 11 exams. The headmaster told The Times of India that Nandhini studied on her own under the guidance of her teachers and did not attend any extra tuitions. The results of the Tamil Nadu Board Exam 2023 for class 12 were declared by the Tamil Nadu Directorate of Government Exams (DGE) on Monday (May 9). This year, the overall pass percentage was 94.03. The district of Kanyakumari recorded the highest pass percentage of 97.05 per cent. 8,03,383 students appeared for the examination in all. Girls outperformed boys in the board exams once again. They had a higher pass percentage of 96.38 per cent compared to 91.45 per cent registered by boys. You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p>A 100-year-old building that was undergoing renovation collapsed suddenly on Wednesday (April 19) at noon, in Chennai's Parry's locality. The incident took place in a crowded area and those in the vicinity were quick to alert the police and fire and rescue department.&nbsp;</p>

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A 100-year-old building that was undergoing renovation collapsed suddenly on Wednesday (April 19) at noon, in Chennai's Parry's locality. The incident took place in a crowded area and those in the vicinity were quick to alert the police and fire and rescue department. Rescue personnel are on site and are working on clearing the rubble. Details are emerging about a handful of workers who were present in the building and carrying out renovation work, they are feared trapped under the debris. This is an emerging story and will be updated WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>The forest fire that has been raging for almost a week in the Madukkarai forest area in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, has been restricted to a limited patch as of Monday morning, said a top government official.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to Supriya Sahu, Additional Chief Secretary, Environment, Climate Change and Forests, Govt of Tamil Nadu, the 200-member ground team carried out firefighting efforts through Sunday night and managed to restrict it to a limited patch. This comes a day after the Indian Air Force deployed its Russian-origin Mi-17 multi-role helicopter to aid the firefighting efforts.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>On Sunday, an IAF chopper from the Sulur Air Force Station in Coimbatore was tasked to offer assistance to the civil administration and had undertaken 'Bambi bucket' operations.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As part of this, the chopper carries an underslung bucket and fills it by dunking it into a water body. The filled bucket is then carried to the site of the blaze and then emptied. This bucket is said to be capable of holding more than 3,000 litres of water and the IAF chopper dispensed more than 22,000 litres of water on Sunday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>IAF's efforts led to the dousing in flames in two major fire zones and additional ground teams are being deployed to relieve the teams that worked through the night.&nbsp;</p>

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The forest fire that has been raging for almost a week in the Madukkarai forest area in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, has been restricted to a limited patch as of Monday morning, said a top government official.

The forest fire that has been raging for almost a week in the Madukkarai forest area in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, has been restricted to a limited patch as of Monday morning, said a top government official. According to Supriya Sahu, Additional Chief Secretary, Environment, Climate Change and Forests, Govt of Tamil Nadu, the 200-member ground team carried out firefighting efforts through Sunday night and managed to restrict it to a limited patch. This comes a day after the Indian Air Force deployed its Russian-origin Mi-17 multi-role helicopter to aid the firefighting efforts. Bambi bucket ops by @IAF_MCC Mi-17 chopper dispensed over 22,000 litres of water at the forest fire site in Madukkarai #Coimbatore #TamilNadu As of morning, #fire restricted to a limited patch, thanks to efforts of 200+forest ground staff, IAF Blaze on for almost a week pic.twitter.com/hIMSuCe9CW — Sidharth.M.P (@sdhrthmp) April 17, 2023 × On Sunday, an IAF chopper from the Sulur Air Force Station in Coimbatore was tasked to offer assistance to the civil administration and had undertaken 'Bambi bucket' operations. As part of this, the chopper carries an underslung bucket and fills it by dunking it into a water body. The filled bucket is then carried to the site of the blaze and then emptied. This bucket is said to be capable of holding more than 3,000 litres of water and the IAF chopper dispensed more than 22,000 litres of water on Sunday. IAF's efforts led to the dousing in flames in two major fire zones and additional ground teams are being deployed to relieve the teams that worked through the night. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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In India, the Oscar fever is far from over. At the Ahaar festival in Delhi which is Asia's largest food festival, a young chef prepared a food carving insoired by the Oscar winning film 'The Elephant Whisperers'.

Young chef from India's Tamil Nadu carves food in the shape of elephants, tusks

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