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New Indian Express
06-05-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
State nationalises works of five Tamil writers, provides Rs 10L compensation
CHENNAI: Chief Minister M K Stalin on Monday provided compensation of Rs 10 lakh each to two writers and the legal heirs of three more writers, whose works have been nationalised by the Tamil Nadu government. He presented the cheques to them at the valedictory event of the Tamil Week celebrations, being observed for the first time this year in honour of the eminent poet Bharathidasan. The five writers are Kavikko Abdul Rahman, Mervin, A Pazhani, Ko Ma Kodhandam and Pulavar Ilama Tamilnavan. The cheques were presented to the legal heirs of the first three writers while the latter two received them in person. The celebration of Tamil Week starting this year was announced by the CM in the Assembly on April 22 under Rule 110, designating April 29 to May 5 to celebrate Tamil language and literature. On Monday, Stalin also distributed prizes to students from government music and fine arts colleges who won competitions various competitions held in honour of poet Bharathidasan's legacy. A government release noted that, over the last four years, the DMK-led government has additionally nationalised the works of 32 distinguished Tamil writers and scholars, including Nannan, Silampoli Chellappan, Viduthalai Rajendran, Prof R Kumaravelan, and Mammathu, with Rs 3.79 crore disbursed as compensation for 1,442 books. Ministers Duraimurugan, M Saminathan, P K Sekarbabu, R S Rajakannappan, Ma Subramanian, and other elected representatives also took part.
Time of India
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
CM Stalin awards students, felicitates govt fine arts colleges at Tamil week finale
Chennai: Chief minister M K Stalin on Sunday gave away prizes to students and felicitated govt music and fine arts colleges during the valedictory of the Tamil Week Celebrations held at Kalaivanar Arangam. Stalin had earlier announced in the state assembly that Tamil Week would be celebrated from April 29 to May 5, marking Bharathidasan's birth anniversary, with poetry sessions, literary seminars, competitions for students, and cultural performances organised across Tamil Nadu to promote Tamil language pride. A 50 lakh fund was allocated for the celebrations, coordinated by the Tamil Development and Information Department. You Can Also Check: Chennai AQI | Weather in Chennai | Bank Holidays in Chennai | Public Holidays in Chennai On Sunday, he handed over 10 lakh cheques to five Tamil writers — Kavikko Abdul Rahman, Mervin, A Pazhani, Ko Ma Kodhandam, and Ilama Tamilnavan — whose works were nationalised during the event. Officials said these nationalisations reflect the govt's commitment to bringing Tamil literary works into public ownership. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Moose Approaches Girl At Bus Stop In Sankt-peterburg - Watch What Happens Happy in Shape Undo A series of cultural performances marked the ceremony. A debate moderated by Tamil Nadu Textbook Corporation Chairman Dindigul I Leoni explored whether Bharathidasan's songs highlighted linguistic pride or social consciousness. Notably, in the past four years, the govt nationalised 1,442 works of 32 Tamil scholars to make their writings accessible to the public and preserve Tamil literary heritage.
The Hindu
05-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
T.N. CM Stalin presents royalties to families of five Tamil scholars whose works have been nationalised
The literary works of five Tamil scholars — late 'Kavikko' S. Abdul Rahman, late Merwin, and late A. Palani, and poets Ku. Ma. Kothandam and Ilama Tamilnavan — were nationalised on Monday (May 5, 2025). Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin handed over the royalties at the valedictory function of the 'Tamil Week', which was observed to celebrate the birth anniversary of late Tamil poet 'Pavendhar' Bharathidasan. While the family members of Abdul Rahman, Merwin, and Palani received the royalties from the Chief Minister, poets Ku. Ma. Kothandam and Ilama Tamilnavan received theirs in person, during the event at Kalaivanar Arangam in Chennai. Mr. Stalin handed over cheques of ₹10 lakh each. Mr. Stalin also handed over prizes to winners of various competitions held for students. Ministers Duraimurugan, M.P. Saminathan, R.S. Rajakannappan, Ma. Subramanian, and P.K. Sekarbabu; Chennai Mayor R. Priya; legislators M.K. Mohan, I. Paranthamen, Thayagam Kavi, Dha. Velu, and Joseph Samuel; IUML leader K.M. Khader Mohideen; Chief Secretary N. Muruganandam, and senior officials were among those present.
The Hindu
05-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
The Hindu Morning Digest: May 5, 2025
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Stalin is set to take part in the valedictory of 'Tamil Week', which is being observed to mark the birth anniversary of late Tamil poet Pavendhar Bharathidasan. He is also scheduled to present prizes to the winners of various competitions at Kalaivanar Arangam in Chennai on Monday (May 5, 2025). During the event, the Chief Minister is also set to announce the nationalisation of the literary works of five Tamil scholars and hand over royalty to their families. The books of Tamil Scholars are being nationalised by the Tamil Nadu government so as to take the treasures of ideas of Tamil scholars to the masses. My responsibility to give befitting reply to those who dare to attack our country: Rajnath Singh Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Sunday (May 4, 2025) that it was his responsibility to give a 'befitting reply' to those who dare to attack India. With Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'perseverance, I assure you all, whatever you wish for will be done', he added. 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The Hindu
04-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
T.N. Chief Minister to announce nationalisation of books of five Tamil scholars on May 5
Chief Minister M.K. Stalin is set to take part in the valedictory of 'Tamil Week', which is being observed to mark the birth anniversary of late Tamil poet Pavendhar Bharathidasan. He is also scheduled to present prizes to the winners of various competitions at Kalaivanar Arangam in Chennai on Monday. During the event, the Chief Minister is also set to announce the nationalisation of the literary works of five Tamil scholars and hand over royalty to their families. The books of Tamil Scholars are being nationalised by the Tamil Nadu government so as to take the treasures of ideas of Tamil scholars to the masses. Ministers M.P. Saminathan, Ma. Subramanian, and P.K. Sekarbabu are among the dignitaries expected to participate in the event. In line with an announcement by the Chief Minister, the Tamil Nadu government has been celebrating the birth anniversary of Bharathidasan during 'Tamil Week' since April 29. It had organised various literary events in all district headquarters with the participation of Tamil scholars. As the DMK government headed by Mr. Stalin is set to enter its fifth year later this week, the State government, in an official release, recalled the awards and laurels it had earned over the past four years. The Chief Minister's Breakfast Scheme and Makkalai Thedi Maruthuvam, among others, were being held in high regard not only in the country but beyond, including in the United Nations, it said. The Chief Minister had safeguarded the people of Tamil Nadu during the COVID-19 pandemic, despite the 'indifference of the Union government which is supposed to extend a helping hand during cyclones, heavy rains, and floods' and 'the obstinacy with which it informed Parliament that it would not grant funds,' the release said. The release added: 'Today, the people of Tamil Nadu are appreciating [the State government]. Women, students, labourers, entrepreneurs are appreciating. The media is appreciating. The governments of other States are appreciating. The courts are appreciating.' It further said: 'Above all, the Union government is appreciating the Tamil Nadu government and has presented various awards' and went on to list the honours received from the Centre on various fronts, including in the areas of police work, sports development, welfare of the disabled, water management, rural development, health and family welfare, and tourism development, among others. It also recalled that Union Home Minister Amit Shah presented the first prize in excellence to Subramaniya Siva Cooperative Sugar Mills Ltd. in Dharmapuri in August 2024. It also pointed out that Mr. Shah had also presented to Tamil Nadu an award for excellence of cooperative banks. Last year, the Muthupettai police station in Tiruvarur district received the best police station award from the Union Home Ministry as well, it recalled.
