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  On the herculean task of getting a PUC certificate in Chennai
  by Raghukumar Choodamani
  December 6, 2022
  PUC certification in Chennai is full of hassles for commuters. Here is why the system is broken and how it can be fixed.
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  Dos and don’ts during Madras Eye season
  by Padmaja Jayaraman
  December 5, 2022
  Cases of Madras Eye are increasing in Chennai, exacerbated by the onset of winter. Doctors share best practices for prevention and steps to be taken for cure.
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  Chennai Buzz: Permanent ramp for PwDs | Land reclassification by CMDA..and more!
  by News Desk
  December 3, 2022
  From a permanent ramp for persons with disabilities in Marina Beach to new lab for water quality testing, here is the weekly news roundup from Chennai.
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  Behavioural change, better enforcement keys to solving street parking issue
  by Shobana Radhakrishnan
  December 2, 2022
  Street parking in Chennai is a complex issue involving multiple agencies. Citizen Matters hosted a webinar to explore how it can be regulated.
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  How citizens brought the mini-bus back to Chitlapakkam
  by L Sundararaman
  December 1, 2022
  Residents of Chitlapakkam worked tirelessly to restore a crucial mini-bus route that was a key mode of transport for many. Here is how they succeeded.
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  Why I root for the Chennai Metro: A citizen perspective
  by Dayanand Krishnan
  November 30, 2022
  With other modes of public transport losing out on safety and reliability scores, the Chennai Metro’s appeal has grown over time for many users.
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  போதிய ஆதரவின்றி மழைக்கால பணிகளை மேற்கொள்ளும் முன்களப்பணியாளர்கள்
  by Shobana Radhakrishnan
  November 29, 2022
  வேலை செய்யும் முன்களப்பணியாளர்களின் இன்னல்கள்.
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  Stray dogs and the Animal Birth Control programme in Chennai
  by Padmaja Jayaraman
  November 28, 2022
  The ABC programme in Chennai has evolved with some changes to the rules and based on the advice of experts. Yet, some gaps remain.
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  Chennai Buzz: Plans for new e-vehicle charging stations | Street vendors survey underway…and more!
  by News Desk
  November 26, 2022
  Other news in this weekly recap: Cold weather pulls down electricity demand; GCC to notify area delimitation; new ground handlers at Chennai airport.
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  Councillor Talk: V Anandam wants to improve parks and waste management in Ward 176 – Velachery
  by Padmaja Jayaraman
  November 25, 2022
  Ward 176 Councillor, V Anandam of DMK, wants to bring in a new road to prevent traffic, apart from improving solid waste management.
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  English Vinglish in Chennai government schools: How are students responding?
  by Ra Shhiva
  November 23, 2022
  A spoken English programme run by Citizens for Law and Democracy has been welcomed by government schools and students across Chennai.
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  Webinar alert: Finding a solution for street parking in Chennai
  by News Desk
  November 22, 2022
  With the increase in number of personal vehicles, street parking has turned into a contentious issue. Join our webinar on how parking can be regulated in Chennai.
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  Can Ennore and Pulicat wetlands become Ramsar sites?
  by Padmaja Jayaraman
  November 22, 2022
  Can a protection such as the Ramsar tag help in the conservation and restoration of wetlands in Ennore and Pulicat?
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  Many tree plantation drives in Chennai bear no fruit
  by Shobana Radhakrishnan
  November 21, 2022
  While many tree plantation drives are initiated in Chennai, the sustainability of such projects remains a question. How can such drives be more effective?
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  Chennai Buzz: Footballer’s death leads to protests | CMDA plans road widening…and more!
  by News Desk
  November 19, 2022
  Weekly news recap: Death of footballer due to medical negligence; localised flood mitigation; Chennai police station gets ISO certificate.