Sat Jul 05 13:25:23 UTC 2025: ## Summary of the Text:
The text provides a snapshot of news and features offered by “The Hindu” newspaper on July 5th, 2025. It lists various themed newsletters and regular columns covering world affairs from an Indian perspective, local Karnataka news, film reviews, technology news, science, data analysis, health, and book reviews. The text also contains a brief news item from Thanjavur reporting that the Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation, Kumbakonam Division, disbursed ₹26.50 lakh in financial assistance and death compensation to employees and the family of a deceased employee.
## News Article:
**Tamil Nadu Transport Corporation Distributes Financial Aid to Employees**
**THANJAVUR, July 5, 2025** – The Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation (TNSTC), Kumbakonam Division, disbursed a total of ₹26.50 lakh in financial assistance and death compensation to its employees and the family of a deceased employee on Saturday.
According to an official statement, Managing Director K. Dasarathan presented ₹5 lakh to the family of an employee who passed away while still employed. Additionally, ₹50,000 was awarded to each of the 43 employees retiring from the corporation. The disbursement ceremony took place at the TNSTC’s headquarters in Kumbakonam. The financial aid aims to support employees and their families during challenging times.
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