1) TN Govt releases the rules to be followed while doing the work related to MGNREGA scheme. People above the age of 55 should not be allowed to work. 2) Online registration for vaccination of people above the age of 18 has been started from today. 3) Vote counting will happen as planned on May 2nd and election commissioner says there will not be any change in dates due to covid. 4) Chennai corporation warns that strict action will be taken on the family members of corona patients who are at home quarantine if they are found roaming on roads. 5) Due to Sunday lockdown there is a decrease in covid spread says Health secretary Thangavel. 6) Public dept is involving in preparing oxygen beds in Govt hospitals.