Initiatives/ Scheme Chief Minister's co-working and learning spaces Context: Six chief minister's coworking spaces across North Chennai, built by the previous DMK govt, will soon be opened to the public. About Chief Minister's co-working and learning spaces The "Mudhalvar Padaippagam" (Chief Minister's co-working and learning spaces) is ideal for TNPSC preparation. Built by the GCC and CMDA, these facilities offer budget-friendly study environments starting at just ₹5 per session for students. Key Features and Pricing Study Halls: Cost ₹5 per session (approx. 3.5 hours) for exam aspirants. Co-Working Desks: Ideal if you need a quiet workspace, priced at ₹50 for a half-day, ₹100 for a full day, or ₹2,500 for a monthly pass. Amenities: Features air conditioning, Wi-Fi, reference books, computer work desks, ambient lighting, and rooftop cafeterias. History & Culture New Chola-Era Stone Inscriptions – Ariyalur Context: A bas-relief sculpture dating to the 11th century and three inscriptions of various ages were found in the Soundaresvarar temple near Perambalur. A research team that analyzed the antiquities found that they record the temple's renovation and land endowment for the temple's maintenance. About New Chola-Era Stone Inscriptions Three new stone inscriptions related to Rajadhiraja I, the grandson of Emperor Rajaraja Chola I, have been discovered at the Sri Sundareswarar Temple in Kolathur, Ariyalur district, Tamil Nadu. One of the inscriptions is believed to belong to the reign of Rajadhiraja I (1044–1052 AD). Another inscription shows that the temple continued to exist during the Pandya and Vijayanagara periods. These inscriptions provide valuable historical information about the Sri Sundareswarar Temple and the Chola Empire. During the archaeological study, fossils were also found in the area surrounding the temple. World Tamil Conference Background: The Government of Tamil Nadu plans to host the World Tamil Conference again after a gap of 15 years.…
