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Time of India
4 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
MP slams Centre over Keeladi report correction
Madurai: Madurai MP Su Venkatesan has accused the Union govt of trying to alter the Keeladi excavation report, and to suppress crucial historical findings. The CPM leader questioned the repeated revisions being sought in the report submitted by archaeologist Amarnath Ramakrishnan. "Why is there a continuous push to revise the Keeladi report even after two versions were submitted? Who is behind this pressure," he said. Venkatesan alleged that the central govt was trying to dilute findings that date Tamil civilisation at Keeladi between the 8th and 5th century BCE, a discovery that could redefine the understanding of ancient Indian history. The ministry of culture claimed that the corrections were part of standard administrative processes. However, Ramakrishnan reportedly refused to make further alterations, stating that scientific data supports the existing timeline. "This is not a technical correction; this is an attempt to rewrite Tamil history," Venkatesan said. He said the CPM will organise a state-wide walkathon from June 11 to 21 to highlight public grievances at the central, state, and local administrative levels, including pending financial dues owed by the Centre to Tamil Nadu. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like How long does it take to breakeven on solar panels? Activ8 Undo On the RBI's new draft guidelines on gold loans, he said conditions such as mandatory proof of income and original purchase receipts for pledged gold, were impractical for daily wage earners and the middle class. "Gold loans are 100% secured. There is no risk to banks. These new conditions will only hurt the poor," he said. Venkatesan said he submitted a petition to finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman, who assured that the matter would be reviewed.
New Indian Express
15-05-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Railway's consolidated budget statement lacking in many information: Madurai MP
MADURAI: Condemning the Union government for releasing a consolidated budget statement of Southern Railway instead of the pink book, Madurai MP Su Venkatesan on Wednesday said that the document made available lacked many information such as fund allocation for railway projects. The BJP-led government merged the railway budget with the finance budget, thereby reducing its significance, he added. In a statement, the MP said, "The consolidated budget statements lacked information such as project cost, fund allocation for projects and others, which were part of the pink book. The information on fund allocation is important to know the progress of a project so that constructive criticism can be placed if lapses arise." Highlighting a few 'shortcomings' of the budget statement, the MP said the Avadi-Sriperumbudur-Irungattukottai rail route has been removed from the 'budget allocation' category and included in 'survey' category. Likewise the doubling line projects -- Katpadi -Villupuram; Salem- Dindigul; and Erode- Karur – have been slotted in the 'survey' category from 'budget allocation' category. Further the details of allocation for projects such as those in the Erode- Palani and Morappur -Dharmapuri sections were not provided. "This is not only a sad state of affairs for Tamil Nadu but also for other states," he said.
The Hindu
27-04-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Over one lakh footfall recorded at trade fair in Madurai
Over one lakh people visited the Chamber Trade Fair, which concluded at the Tamkum Convention Centre here on Sunday. Lok Sabha MP Su Venkatesan and MLA M. Boominathan presided over the valedictory function and presented special prizes to visitors following a lucky draw. Tamil Nadu Chamber of Commerce and Industry president N Jegatheesan said that thousands of people from far and near visited the fair over the last five days. There were over 200 stalls in which participants from other States too displayed their products. Apart from tiny and small traders, MSME institutions too participated. The highlight of the fair was the participation by Self-Help-Groups, who showcased their products that matched the quality of private sectors. In fact, the SHGs not only reported good sales, but also gained maximum visibility during the fair, he added. Fair chairman SP Varadarajan said that every day, a lucky draw was held at 1, 3, 5, 7 and 9 p.m. at the venue and six prizes at each draw totalling 30 prizes were given to the visitors. On the final day, a mega bumper prize, including two-wheelers and home appliances, were presented. Secretary S. Sridhar and other senior members from the Chamber of Commerce participated in the fair.
Time of India
21-04-2025
- General
- Time of India
Vande Bharat trains have strong safety features, says Southern Railway
India's first-ever indigenously designed and manufactured semi-high speed Vande Bharat trains have strong safety features and are safe and efficient. They have been fitted with Kavach Safety system and other safety devices during manufacturing itself, the Southern Railway said on Monday. Amidst concerns about the train's safety in the event of the train running over cattle, the Railway said the Vande Bharat trains have provided a modern and comfortable rail travel experience to passengers. "High speed, enhanced safety standards and world-class service are the hallmarks of this train. To prevent cattle runovers, Indian Railways is fencing the tracks throughout the country. More than 3,500 km of tracks are already fenced," the Railway said in a release in Chennai. "Vande Bharat trains have strong safety features and are fitted with Kavach Safety system and other safety devices installed during manufacturing itself," it said. With faster acceleration and semi-high speed operation upto 160 kmph, the Vande Bharat trains were designed with modern coupling design which transmits the impact energy throughout the train. "The front nose cone of these trains is designed to absorb energy in case of cattle hit. It is made of material that crumbles and absorbs impact energy. For additional safety, there is a cattle guard at the front to deflect anything that comes on the track," the release explained. Live Events Vande Bharat trains have Kavach and the braking system is modern and fully integrated with the safety system. Having run millions of kilometres by now, equivalent to covering the earth's perimeter multiple times, the trains have proven to be safe and efficient, Chief Public Relations Officer M Senthamil Selvan said in the release. Meanwhile, citing a report by the Commissioner of Railway Safety, Madurai CPI(M) MP Su Venkatesan claimed that the train could derail leading to a major accident even if it collided with a cow. "The front coach of the Vande Bharat train will be lighter than that of ordinary trains.... Report of the Commissioner of Railway Safety. Minister, show the same enthusiasm displayed in painting the saffron color on Vande Bharat, for the safety of passengers. @AshwiniVaishnaw @GMSRailway" Venkatesan said in a post on 'X'.
Hindustan Times
21-04-2025
- General
- Hindustan Times
Vande Bharat trains have strong safety features, says Southern Railway
Chennai, India's first-ever indigenously designed and manufactured semi-high speed Vande Bharat trains have strong safety features and are safe and efficient. They have been fitted with Kavach Safety system and other safety devices during manufacturing itself, the Southern Railway said on Monday. Amidst concerns about the train's safety in the event of the train running over cattle, the Railway said the Vande Bharat trains have provided a modern and comfortable rail travel experience to passengers. "High speed, enhanced safety standards and world-class service are the hallmarks of this train. To prevent cattle runovers, Indian Railways is fencing the tracks throughout the country. More than 3,500 km of tracks are already fenced," the Railway said in a release here. "Vande Bharat trains have strong safety features and are fitted with Kavach Safety system and other safety devices installed during manufacturing itself," it said. With faster acceleration and semi-high speed operation upto 160 kmph, the Vande Bharat trains were designed with modern coupling design which transmits the impact energy throughout the train. "The front nose cone of these trains is designed to absorb energy in case of cattle hit. It is made of material that crumbles and absorbs impact energy. For additional safety, there is a cattle guard at the front to deflect anything that comes on the track," the release explained. Vande Bharat trains have Kavach and the braking system is modern and fully integrated with the safety system. Having run millions of kilometres by now, equivalent to covering the earth's perimeter multiple times, the trains have proven to be safe and efficient, Chief Public Relations Officer M Senthamil Selvan said in the release. Meanwhile, citing a report by the Commissioner of Railway Safety, Madurai CPI MP Su Venkatesan claimed that the train could derail leading to a major accident even if it collided with a cow. "The front coach of the Vande Bharat train will be lighter than that of ordinary trains.... Report of the Commissioner of Railway Safety. Minister, show the same enthusiasm displayed in painting the saffron color on Vande Bharat, for the safety of passengers. @AshwiniVaishnaw @GMSRailway" Venkatesan said in a post on 'X'.
