VIRUDHUNAGAR: The century-old matchstick industry which once kept the home fires burning of lakhs of workers appears to be ...

K Ponraj (38), another owner, told TNIE that he got into matchstick manufacturing near Thayilpatti three years ago. However, despite his efforts, he is struggling to make profits. “Only large ...

VIRUDHUNAGAR: Farmers of Kakkivadanpatti have expressed concern over the improper chemical waste management practices at a matchstick manufacturing unitin the village. Citing contamination of ...