“This blend of tradition and tech-savvy behavior is unique to Tamil Nadu,” says Meena Somanathan, an independent financial advisor based in Madurai. “It’s not just a gold rush. It’s a gold evolution.”

The tournament, which will be held on outdoor hard courts, will feature a 32-player singles draw and a 16-team doubles competition.

With a capacity to house 25 residents at a time, most are allowed to stay for up to six months. However, some continue longer if they find jobs within the shelter or take up responsibilities like training others.

The gym features specially designed strength-training and cardio machines with adjustable settings, non-slip flooring, and wide pathways for ease of navigation.

A Digital Global Positioning Survey (DGPS) by the Tamil Nadu government revealed that nearly 38% of the marsh has been encroached upon by a range of entities

In response, actor Parvathy Thiruvothu took to Instagram, sharply criticising the Kerala Government for its delayed implementation of the report’s recommendations

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