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The Hindu
02-08-2025
- The Hindu
Houses razed without consent, say Moolakothalam residents
Even five days after a demolition drive by authorities razed dozens of homes along Basin Bridge Road, the shock is still visible on the face of V. Sumathi — a long-time resident of the 'Milk Depot' settlement in Moolakothalam. She rushed from work on July 29 to find her house, reduced to rubble. 'I never signed any document agreeing to accept a house elsewhere. So how can they demolish my home without my consent. Under what law is this even allowed,' asked Ms. Sumathi. The settlement, locally known as Paal (Milk) Depot, lies opposite the Greater Chennai Corporation's Zone V office in Moolakothalam in Old Washermanpet. Residents, primarily cattle-rearers who have lived there for generations, still keep cows and sell milk for their livelihood. On July 29, officials from the Chennai Corporation, accompanied by police personnel, arrived at the site. Residents were told to vacate their homes, their belongings were placed outside, and demolitions began. According to residents, the eviction process began earlier with an enumeration of families and the allotment of housing units in the Tamil Nadu Urban Habitat Development Board (TNUHDB) tenements built in Moolakothalam. However, several families refused to relocate, demanding patta for the land they have lived on for decades. M.D. Saravanan, another resident, questioned the rationale behind the eviction, pointing out that the area was not a waterbody and was originally allocated by the British for cattle maintenance. He added that the TNUHDB housing is poorly constructed and a haven for anti-social elements. According to the Regional Deputy Commissioner (North), there were 187 families in the settlement during the enumeration in 2024. 'Some families requested TNUHDB tenements. Since the land belongs to the Corporation and we had vacancies, those who were interested came forward and paid the initial installment. So far, 63 families have paid. Others are slowly coming forward,' he said, adding that the land has been earmarked for an upcoming CMDA project. Activists, however, condemned the eviction, calling it arbitrary and inhuman. J. Sebastian, social worker part of the People's Committee for the Right to Livelihood, criticised the DMK government for delaying the issuance of pattas, and said that doing so makes evictions easier and sidesteps legal protections. He said that the eviction process was unlawful, as it was carried out without proper notice, legal procedure, or the consent of those affected. In a statement, the Urban Housing Land Rights Federation said, 'We urge the government to immediately stop its selective demolitions that target only the encroachments of the poor, while turning a blind eye to large universities, hospitals, and commercial complexes that have encroached upon water bodies, causing floods during the rainy season and destroying essential water sources.'
New Indian Express
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Sumathi Valavu confirms new release date
Sumathi Valavu, as per the makers, revolves around a haunted place called Sumathi Valavu, guarded for centuries by the spirit of a Tamil woman named Sumathi. The film also stars Balu Varghese, Saiju Kurup, Sidharth Bharathan, Sshivada, Shravan Mukesh, Pani-fame Bobby Kurian, Abhilash Pillai, Manoj KU, Gopika Anil, Sija Rose, Nandu, Kottayam Ramesh, Sminu Sijo, Sreejith Ravi, and Sreepathyan and Devananda, the two child actors from Malikappuram. The film has music by Ranjin Raj, cinematography by Shankar PV, and editing by Shafique Mohamed Ali.
Time of India
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Sumathi Valavu' release update: Arjun Ashokan's horror-comedy gets a new date– Read more
'Sumathi Valavu' is an upcoming Malayalam horror-comedy film starring Arjun Ashokan . The film is based on a real-life story linked to a haunted place in Thiruvananthapuram. It was earlier scheduled to release in May 2025, but now the makers have announced a new release date. Come, let's find out the new release date. New release date of the film According to the reports of OTTPlay, the Malayalam horror-comedy film 'Sumathi Valavu', starring Arjun Ashokan, has got a new theatrical release date. Initially, the film was planned for release in May 2025, but the release was postponed for unknown reasons. Now, the filmmakers have officially announced that it will hit theatres on August 1, 2025. About the film 'Sumathi Valavu' is based on a real-life story connected to a place in Thiruvananthapuram district called Sumathi Valavu. According to local folklore, the place is believed to be haunted by the spirit of Sumathi, a pregnant Tamil woman who was murdered by her lover in the 1990s. After her death, her soul is said to have remained in that area, making it a haunted site. The film takes inspiration from this local legend and presents it in a comedic and spooky way, mixing horror with humour. Cast of the film The movie is directed by Vishnu Sasi Shankar and along with Arjun Ashokan, the film has a strong supporting cast including Balu Varghese, Gokul Suresh, Saiju Kurup, Malavika Manoj, Niranj Maniyanpilla Raju, Shyam Mohan, Siddharth Bharathan, and others like Bobby Kurian, Manoj K U, Nandu, and Shravan Mukesh. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giá vàng đang tăng mạnh trong năm 2025 — Các nhà giao dịch thông minh đã tham gia IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo by Taboola by Taboola The shooting of the movie took place in Palakkad, Kerala , and started in November 2024. And now with the release set for August 1, 2025, audience can look forward to a film that is deeply rooted in Kerala's local myths but presented in an entertaining and modern way.
Time of India
03-07-2025
- Time of India
58 quintals of rice seized in Karnataka's Ajekar; accused flees during raid
Representative Image UDUPI: Officials seized over 58 quintals of rice meant for the govt's Anna Bhagya scheme from a godown in Ajekar on Wednesday. In a complaint, Sumathi, Food Inspector of Karkala Taluk, stated that Manjunath allegedly procured rice meant for the govt's Anna Bhagya scheme from the public and was illegally storing it. Acting on the complaint, Ajekar Police Station PSI Shubhakara and his team conducted a raid at a godown located to the right of Manoj Traders, near Ram Mandir on Ajekar Main Road in Marne village. During the raid, they found rice stored in 151 plastic bags and 14 gunny sacks. Upon inspection, the seized rice was confirmed to be 58 quintals and 40 kilograms from the govt's Anna Bhagya scheme. The rice, estimated to be worth Rs 1.34 lakh, was taken into custody. At the time of the raid, the accused Manjunath fled the scene. It is alleged that he purchased the subsidised govt rice from the public at lower prices with the intent to resell it illegally. A case was registered at the Ajekar Police Station under Sections 3, 6, and 7 of the Essential Commodities Act.
Time of India
07-06-2025
- Time of India
Periamet Machete Attack: Fatal Liquor Dispute Leads to Murder Charges Against Five
CHENNAI: The Vepery Police altered an attempt to murder case to murder after a 26-year-old man succumbed to injuries sustained during a machete attack in Periamet. The victim, , a resident of Stingers Street in the Periamet slum, died on 7 June while undergoing treatment at Rajiv Gandhi Government General Hospital. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The incident occurred in the early hours of 5 June, when Premkumar and his friend Kapil visited the residence of a woman named Sumathi in the same locality, allegedly seeking liquor. When Sumathi refused, Premkumar reportedly verbally abused her. In response, Sumathi contacted her son Dheena and son-in-law Vijayanarayanan. The two men, accompanied by others, returned in an auto-rickshaw and attacked Premkumar with machetes before fleeing. Premkumar was admitted to the government hospital with severe injuries. Despite medical intervention, he died two days later. Based on a complaint lodged by the victim's mother, Amulu (50), the police initially registered a case of attempt to murder. A special team led by the inspector of Vepery Police Station arrested five persons identified as Vijayanarayanan (35), Jeeva (33), Dheena (24), (22), and Sumathi (44), all residents of Periamet. During the arrests, police recovered two machetes, a car, and an auto believed to have been used in the assault. The accused were produced before a magistrate and remanded to judicial custody. Preliminary investigations revealed that the assault was rooted in ongoing personal disputes. Police sources said Premkumar had previously attacked Vijayanarayanan with a knife, contributing to the hostility. 'There were longstanding tensions between the parties involved,' an investigating officer confirmed. Following Premkumar's death, the charges were modified to murder under relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) Act. Further investigation is underway.
