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Time of India
6 days ago
- Time of India
72 homeless people rescued in Madurai under ‘Kaval Karangal'
Madurai: As many as 72 homeless people have been rescued under the 'Kaval Karangal' initiative between March and Aug, city police commissioner J Loganathan said on Wednesday. Out of the rescued, 32 elderly people were reconnected with their families, while others received medical care in Government Rajaji Hospital and were sent to govt-aided homes. Speaking to reporters, Loganathan said that the initiative, which was already a big success in Greater Chennai Corporation, was adopted in Madurai city too and undertaken with the help of various NGOs. He also said that WhatsApp groups with the public have proved fruitful in identifying issues. "We can prevent anything if we get information on time," he said. All 100 wards have a group with at least 100 members. He added that their social media cell was also receiving a lot of complaints on platforms like Instagram and email. On the upcoming Vinayaka Chathurthi festival, the commissioner said the same rules from the previous year will prevail, and a similar number of idols are likely to be permitted. Loganathan also returned lost mobile phones that were recovered to the owners. Between March and Aug, a total of 299 mobile phones valued at 44,85,000 were recovered by the city crime branch. Of these, 103 were retrieved from Tallakulam, 54 from Thilagar Thidal, 48 from Thideer Nagar, 31 from Tiruparakundram, 28 from Temple Circle, 23 from Anna Nagar, six from Avaniyapuram, four from South Gate Circle, and two from Sellur. As of this year, 577 lost mobile phones have been handed over to the owners.
Time of India
24-07-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
ANPR cameras installed at Theni Road checkpost to boost monitoring
Madurai: City police commissioner J Loganathan on Thursday inaugurated a set of advanced automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) cameras at the Theni Road checkpost as part of efforts to strengthen road safety and traffic enforcement in Madurai. The new system uses AI-enabled cameras that can capture clear images of vehicle number plates even at high speeds. These cameras are linked to the city's integrated command and control centre and the National Informatics Centre (NIC), allowing real-time identification of traffic violations and automatic generation of challans upon approval. So far, three ANPR cameras were installed — one at Kalavasal junction and two along Thiruparankundram Road. Officials said the network will be expanded to 15 key locations across the city within two months. The next phase of installation is expected to focus on the Dindigul–Madurai Bypass Road and other major intersections. Each camera, costing around 1.5 lakh, is capable of storing data for up to 45 days. In addition to identifying vehicles, the system can also capture driver images, making it useful for tracking stolen vehicles and flagging habitual violators. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like American Investor Warren Buffett Recommends: 5 Books For Turning Your Life Around Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Alongside the tech rollout, awareness campaigns are being conducted in schools and colleges to sensitise young commuters on road safety. Special instructions were also issued to bus drivers and conductors to prevent students from travelling on footboards.
Time of India
12-05-2025
- Time of India
Police evict devotees using pressure pumps despite ban
Madurai: Several devotees, who arrived at the Ramarayar Mandagapadi in Mathichiyam on Monday morning with pressure pumps to perform Theerthavari — the traditional water-spraying ritual for Lord Kallazhagar — by defying a court-imposed ban, were evicted by the Madras high court earlier prohibited the use of pressure pumps, citing safety and order concerns. However, several devotees gathered at the mandapam, bringing with them pressure pumps. Police personnel stationed at the site evicted those devotees and confiscated some of the equipment. The situation turned tense when devotees confronted the police, arguing that the ritual was part of their faith and was followed for generations. A mild scuffle broke out inside the mandapam, with devotees insisting on their right to perform the ritual in their own brief negotiations, police allowed a limited number of devotees to conduct the ritual using traditional methods, while reiterating that the court order would be strictly enforced for everyone's safety. "The pressure pump ban is not against the sentiment of the devotees. It is a step to ensure crowd safety and avoid chaos, especially in packed enclosures like the Ramarayar Mandapam," a senior police officer said. City police commissioner J Loganathan, who was overseeing the security arrangements, warned of strict action against violators. "Only traditional methods like the use of aattuthol thopparai (leather pouches) are permitted for sprinkling water on the deity. The use of pressure pumps is strictly banned, and anyone defying this will face legal consequences," he said.
Time of India
11-05-2025
- Time of India
3,500 cops deployed for Kallazhagar event
Madurai: The final arrangements for the Lord Kallazhagar's entry into the Vaigai were completed on Sunday even as 3,500 police personnel were deployed in the city to prevent untoward incidents and regulate crowds. City police commissioner J Loganathan inspected the various security arrangements on Sunday and assured the smooth conduct of the ceremony. Officials set up barricades around the venue where Lord Kallazhagar is set to enter the Vaigai and a fence of around 10ft high to prevent devotees from crowding too close to the procession on the Vaigai. Steps were erected at Alwarpuram and Nelpettai for devotees to enter the river. Areas where Goripalayam flyover work was ongoing were turned into protected zones and debris that may hinder devotees' movement were urged the public to make use of the QR code of the 'Vaigai Veeran' mobile application pasted in and around the venue to seek assistance and report crimes via text message or voice message. Police had strictly banned the use of power pumps for spraying water during the than 1,000 CCTV cameras and drones will be used for surveillance in and around the venue. AI-enabled cameras are also set up to monitor and track anti-social in the evening, collector M S Sangeetha, along with fire and rescue service personnel, inspected the venue as well. Arrangements were made to stop devotees from straying into the river where water flow is stronger to prevent drowning. Tasmac liquor shops will be open on both in 2023 and 2024, a murder was committed on the day of Kallazhagar's entry into the river not far from the venue. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Mother's Day wishes , messages , and quotes !
