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Storm water drains to be constructed in Madurai at a cost of ₹3,371 crores in phases • Apr. 24, 2025, 5:44 AM ET (The Hindu)
Surveyor held for taking bribe in Madurai • Apr. 24, 2025, 5:44 AM ET (The Hindu)
Activist moves court seeking protection under Witness Protection Scheme • Apr. 21, 2025, 7:12 AM ET (The Hindu)
Retired Sub-Inspector hacks neighbour to death in Madurai, surrenders to police • Apr. 20, 2025, 5:47 AM ET (The Hindu)
RPF inter-divisional Kabbadi tournament begins in Madurai • Apr. 18, 2025, 6:05 AM ET (The Hindu)

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