Level 2 flood warning issued in TN; Vaigai Dam set to reach capacity within 48 hours

August 5, 2025 10:36 AM

Level 2 flood warning issued in TN; Vaigai Dam set to reach capacity within 48 hours

A Level 2 flood warning has been issued for residents living along the banks of the Vaigai River in Tamil Nadu’s Theni, Dindigul, Madurai, Sivaganga, and Ramanathapuram districts, as the Vaigai Dam is expected to reach its full storage capacity within the next 48 hours. The alert follows continuous rainfall in the region and increased inflow from the Mullaperiyar Dam, raising concerns over possible flooding in downstream areas. Authorities have urged residents in vulnerable zones to remain ca...

Union Cabinet approves Rs 1,853 crore 4-lane highway project in Tamil Nadu

July 1, 2025 4:15 PM

Union Cabinet approves Rs 1,853 crore 4-lane highway project in Tamil Nadu

The Union Cabinet on Tuesday approved the construction of a 4-lane highway between Paramakudi and Ramanathapuram in Tamil Nadu, covering a stretch of 46.7 km along National Highway 87 (NH-87). The project, estimated at ₹1,853 crore, will be developed under the Hybrid Annuity Mode (HAM). The upgraded highway aims to ease congestion along the busy Madurai–Rameshwaram corridor, which currently relies on a 2-lane NH-87 and adjoining state highways. The new 4-lane section will enhance safety, im...