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**Summary:**

This is a collection of newsletter and content offerings from “The Hindu” newspaper, dated September 2, 2025. It includes sections covering:

* **Global Affairs:** Analysis of world events from an Indian perspective (“The View From India”).
* **Entertainment:** Film and streaming news/reviews (“First Day First Show”).
* **Technology:** Daily tech news roundup (“Today’s Cache”).
* **Science:** Accessible science writing (“Science For All”).
* **Data Analysis:** Fact-based interpretation of news (“Data Point”).
* **Health:** Health and wellness advice (“Health Matters”).
* **Books:** Book reviews and features (“The Hindu On Books”).
* **Local News:** Report on water levels in the Mullaperiyar and Vaigai dams, along with rainfall figures from the surrounding areas.

**News Article:**

**Mullaperiyar, Vaigai Dams Nearing Capacity as Monsoon Rains Continue in Tamil Nadu**

**MADURAI, September 2, 2025** – Water levels in the Mullaperiyar and Vaigai dams are steadily rising, according to the latest reports from *The Hindu*. As of 6:30 PM IST today, the water level in the Mullaperiyar dam stood at 134.80 feet, approaching its maximum permissible level of 142 feet. The dam is currently receiving an inflow of 1,020 cusecs and discharging 1,000 cusecs.

The Vaigai dam’s water level is recorded at 68.68 feet, with a maximum capacity of 71 feet. Inflow into the Vaigai dam is at 740 cusecs, with an outflow of 769 cusecs. The combined storage in the Periyar credit system is currently at 10,332.29 mcft.

Rainfall figures for the 24 hours ending at 6:00 AM today are as follows (in mm): Mullaperiyar dam 5.8, Thekkadi 4.6, Viraganur 1.4, Uthamapalayam 0.8, Gudalur 0.6 and Shanmuganadhi dam 0.4.

The rising water levels are attributed to the ongoing monsoon season, prompting officials to closely monitor the situation. Residents in downstream areas are advised to stay informed about further developments.

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