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Slight activity can reduce risk of diabetes, says study
A study conducted by researchers from the University of Leicester said that people who spend time walking or even just standing instead of sitting down may be at lower risk of diabetes.
Posted On :31/Jan/2017 9:47:37 AM
Jallikattu dates announced in Alankanallur, Palamedu, and Avaniyapuram
The dates for conducting Jallikattu contest have been announced in Madurai District Alanganallur, Avaniyapuram, and Palamedu.The Jallikattu Organisation Committee members from the areas of Madurai District.
Posted On :30/Jan/2017 6:22:24 PM
No maximum limit for cash withdrawal from ATMs
The Reserve Bank of India has withdrawn the limits on the maximum withdrawal amount in ATMs. This would be effective from 1st February. The central government declared that the old currency notes of Rs. 500.
Posted On :30/Jan/2017 6:16:11 PM
Education Miniter: Government Order to regularize the unapproved schools
The state Education Minister Pandiyarajan has informed that a state government order would soon be passed to regularize all the nursery schools functioning without approval.
Posted On :30/Jan/2017 5:49:25 PM
The President approves Jallikattu Ordinance
The President has approved the Ordinance passed by the Tamil Nadu State Legislative Assembly calling for the removal of the ban on Jallikattu.
Posted On :30/Jan/2017 5:37:53 PM
Fire Accident in SIPCOT near Vellore
There was a sudden fire accident in the SIPCOT Chemicals factory in Ranipet. A sudden fire accident occurred in the Chemical factory of SIPCOT in Ranipet in Vellore District, this morning (Monday, 30th January).
Posted On :30/Jan/2017 5:35:23 PM
New currency notes of Rs. 1000 to be in circulation be next month end
Immediately after the demonetization announcement that the old currency notes of Rs. 500/- and Rs. 1000/- as invalid, the central government released new currency notes of Rs. 500/- and Rs. 2000/- denominations.
Posted On :30/Jan/2017 5:29:41 PM
The budget session of the parliament is set to start tomorrow with the Presidents Address
The budget session of the parliament is set to start tomorrow (Tuesday, 30th January). The budget will be presented on 1st February.
Posted On :30/Jan/2017 5:19:36 PM
Mercury levels in sea water rising due to global warming, warn scientists
Scientists have said that rising temperatures may boost levels of mercury - one of the world�s most toxic metals - in fish by up to seven times the current rates. They have found that extra rainfall drives.
Posted On :30/Jan/2017 4:56:17 PM
CM Panneerselvam especially concerned about the drinking water shortage
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister O. Panneerselvam has been showing special concern that the public should not struggle due to a shortage of drinking water. He has cautioned that more funds to be allotted to the projects.
Posted On :30/Jan/2017 4:45:10 PM
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