Tamil Nadu Poultry Farmers Detained in Hunger Strike Protest
Twenty-two poultry farmers on hunger strike in Tirupur district were detained by police after refusing negotiations over low chicken-rearing rates offered by industries.
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Jallikattu Organisers Protest Online Token System
Organisers of the Salapalayam jallikattu protested against the Namakkal district administration's online token issuance for the Jan 27 event, demanding manual distribution of at least 300 tokens.
Namakkal Woman Protests After Bus Driver Ignores Stop Signal
A temporary worker in Pallipalayam municipality blocked a TNSTC bus and staged a sit-in protest after the driver failed to stop when she signalled earlier in the day.
Bicholim Farmers Give Mining Firm One-Month Ultimatum
Farmers from Sarmanas, Mulgao and Poira villages in Bicholim protest mining activities, demanding immediate desilting of farmlands contaminated by mining sludge.
DMK Members Threaten Woman Over TVK Kolam in Namakkal
Jayalakshmi faced threats from DMK members in Tiruchengode after drawing a kolam with the Tamilaga Vettrik Kazhagam flag for a Pongal festival competition on Thursday.
Namakkal Tasmac Shops Shut Over Sticker Work Protest
Over 30 Tasmac liquor shops in Namakkal district remained closed as employees protested the burden of pasting stickers on bottles under the empty bottle return scheme.
Tamil Nadu Borewell Strike: Drill Bit Prices Double, Operations Halt
Borewell operators in Tamil Nadu continue an indefinite strike as drill bit prices soar from Rs 25,000 to Rs 55,000. Over 2,000 vehicles are idle. Read on to understand the crisis and its impact.
BPharm Student Jumps to Death After Drug Found in Hostel
A 20-year-old pharmacy student in Namakkal died after jumping from his college building following a hostel inspection where drugs were found. Police have registered a case. Read the full report.
French Farmers Clash With Police Over EU Rules, Mercosur Deal
French farmers' nationwide protests turn violent outside ANSES HQ. They oppose strict EU regulations & the Mercosur trade deal, fearing for their survival. Riot police use tear gas.
Demand to rename Salem Junction or Airport after T M Kaliyannan
Congress and Kongu organisations in Namakkal demanded renaming Salem Railway Junction or Salem airport after T M Kaliyannan on his 105th birth anniversary. Read about the political legacy and the call for clean politics.
Borewell Truck Owners Strike in TN Over Diesel Price Hike
Borewell truck owners in four Tamil Nadu districts are on strike, demanding a sharp increase in drilling charges due to rising diesel and spare parts costs. Read about their demands and the impact.
4 Arrested in Namakkal for Stealing Copper Wires from Firms
Namakkal police arrested a four-member gang for stealing copper wires from private companies. They seized a goods auto with 200kg of wires, a jeep, and five bikes. Read the full story.
Bihar farmers protest marginal sugar cane price hike
Angry Bihar farmers burnt the sugar cane minister's effigy in West Champaran, demanding a minimum price of Rs 400 per quintal. They warn of a large-scale agitation if demands are not met.
French Farmers Defy Macron, Drive Tractors Into Paris
French farmers protest in Paris against EU-Mercosur trade pact, fearing unfair competition. Tensions rise as demonstrations reach parliament. Read the full story.
Farmers' Agitation Talks Resume After Year-Long Hiatus
Crucial talks between protesting farmers and a high-powered committee are set to resume after a year-long break. Get the latest updates on demands and potential outcomes.
Farmers to Protest Bills in Lohri Bonfires, Plan Escalation
Kisan Mazdoor Morcha announces statewide protests against Electricity & Seed Bills. Plans include burning copies, removing smart meters, and sit-ins at ministers' homes. Key demands for compensation and jobs highlighted.
Farmer Dies in Namakkal Pickup Truck Accident
A 36-year-old farmer and cattle trader, Suresh, died after his pickup truck overturned on Thokkavadi new ring road in Namakkal. The accident occurred while he was transporting a cow. Read the full details.
Truck falls into 400-ft granite quarry in Namakkal, one dead
A tragic accident in Namakkal's Periyasoorampalayam claims a labourer's life after a truck loaded with quarry dust fell into a 400-foot-deep pit. Driver seriously injured. Police investigation ongoing.
Namakkal School Van Accident Injures 6, Mostly Students
A school van carrying 30 overturned in Tiruchengode after its fan belt snapped. Six were injured, including five students. All victims received treatment. Read for details.
DVAC traps 3 for bribe from farmer in Namakkal
A VAO, village assistant & her husband arrested in Namakkal for demanding Rs 40,000 bribe from a farmer. DVAC used chemical notes in the trap. Read the full details.
Farmers Protest Bribery in Tamil Nadu Pongal Sugarcane Procurement
Farmers in Namakkal blocked a truck, alleging cooperative officials demanded bribes for procuring sugarcane under the state's Pongal gift scheme. Read the full report on the protest and irregularities.
Assam Farmers Block Highway with Potatoes Over Low Prices
Hundreds of potato farmers in Assam's Sadiya staged a dramatic protest by dumping tonnes of produce on NH-37, demanding fair prices and market infrastructure. Read their demands.
Man arrested for Rs 8 lakh gold theft in Namakkal
Police in Namakkal arrested Saran, a 29-year-old with over 30 theft cases, for stealing gold jewellery worth Rs 8 lakh from a locked house. The stolen gold was gifted to his estranged wife. Read the full story.
Namakkal Inspects 1000+ Poultry Farms to Prevent Bird Flu
Namakkal district administration and Animal Husbandry Department conduct surprise inspections at poultry farms to prevent bird flu spread from Kerala. Collector Durga Murthy leads the drive.
Boy, 4, drowns in open drainage pit in Namakkal
A four-year-old boy drowned in an uncovered drainage pit in Namakkal on New Year's evening. The corporation has issued a notice to the contractor, and the family has been granted compensation.
Woman constable stripped in Chhattisgarh protest, 2 arrested
A woman police constable was stripped & assaulted during a violent anti-mining protest in Raigarh, Chhattisgarh on Dec 27. The video sparked outrage. Read details.
1300 Push-Ups on Temple Steps: A Fitness Feat in Tamil Nadu
S Prakash climbed 1300 steps of Tiruchengode temple, doing a push-up on each, to motivate youth towards sports. A unique fitness inspiration story from Namakkal.
Ludhiana Farmers Call for Jan 16 District Strike
Farmers in Ludhiana, Punjab, are gearing up for a complete district-level strike on January 16 to protest unmet demands. Read about their plans and the expected impact.
Mass Protest in Belagavi Against VB-G-Ram-G Bill
Hundreds protest in Belagavi against the VB-G-Ram-G Bill, calling it anti-farmer and anti-labour. They demand withdrawal, citing threats to MGNREGA and job security. Read more.
Farmers Urge Inclusion of Key Officials in Procurement Meet
Tamil Nadu farmers' association requests state govt to invite heads of key institutions like IMD, NABARD, FCI to crucial samba-thaladi paddy procurement policy consultation in Thanjavur.
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