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7.4 Earthquake Shakes Colombia; 47 Dead, Over 1,000 Trapped
Environment

7.4 Earthquake Shakes Colombia; 47 Dead, Over 1,000 Trapped

A powerful earthquake struck Colombia on Sunday, registering 7.4 on the Richter scale, according to the US Geological Survey. The tremor was felt around 6 pm IST. The epicentre was reported about 5 km east of San José del Palmar in Chocó province, at a depth of 107 km. The quake caused buildings and homes to shake, prompting thousands to rush out onto the streets in panic. Authorities said at least 47 people have died so far. Several buildings reportedly collapsed, and more than 1,000 people are believed to be trapped in the rubble, raising fears that the death toll could increase.

Sitharaman calls communists ‘cowards’ in Rajya Sabha clash
Politics

Sitharaman calls communists ‘cowards’ in Rajya Sabha clash

New Delhi: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday launched a sharp attack on communists during a debate in the Rajya Sabha, calling them “cowards” and accusing them of avoiding answers in Parliament. The remarks came as the Upper House passed amendments moved by the Centre to the Payment and Settlement Systems law. The Bill had already been cleared by the Lok Sabha. Speaking on the Bill, CPM member John Brittas alleged that charges were being imposed on UPI transactions due to pressure from the United States, drawing a comparison with developments in Brazil. He also said the current approach went against Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s claim that India’s digital payments system was built as a free public asset.

Nadda dares Rahul to face debate in Parliament, warns of reply
Politics

Nadda dares Rahul to face debate in Parliament, warns of reply

New Delhi: Union minister J P Nadda on Monday challenged Congress MP Rahul Gandhi to come to Parliament for a debate, saying the government was prepared for discussion and would give a fitting reply. Speaking in Delhi, Nadda alleged that Rahul had been deliberately disrupting the functioning of Parliament for the past 15 days. He claimed Rahul frequently shifts his stand and is “running away” from a debate on the NEET question paper leak issue.

TVK sacks bribery-accused leader, gives same post to his wife
Politics

TVK sacks bribery-accused leader, gives same post to his wife

A controversy has erupted within TVK after the party appointed the wife of a functionary—who was removed and arrested in a bribery case—to the very same district-level post he previously held. According to the report, Veerasamy served as the president of Mambakkam panchayat in Chengalpattu district and also as TVK’s Chengalpattu East district joint secretary. He is accused of taking bribes from a contractor named Naveen—₹1 lakh via GPay and ₹30,000 in cash—for work orders and related tasks.

Vatal Nagaraj, 65 held after protest at Tamil Nadu border over Mekedatu
Politics

Vatal Nagaraj, 65 held after protest at Tamil Nadu border over Mekedatu

Bengaluru: Police detained 65 people, including Kannada Chalavali Vatal Party leader Vatal Nagaraj, after a protest at Athipalli on the Karnataka–Tamil Nadu border on Sunday. The demonstration was held to criticise the Tamil Nadu government for opposing the proposed Mekedatu dam project. Protesters raised slogans against the Tamil Nadu government and attempted to proceed in a march towards Tamil Nadu, but were stopped by security personnel and taken into custody. They were later released.

Rijiju urges opposition to stay when Amit Shah responds in Parliament
Politics

Rijiju urges opposition to stay when Amit Shah responds in Parliament

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Monday appealed to opposition parties to allow proceedings in Parliament and to remain in the House when Union Home Minister Amit Shah responds to their concerns. The Monsoon Session, which began on July 20 and is scheduled to run until August 13, has seen repeated disruptions. Opposition parties have been raising issues including the alleged NEET question paper leak, the lathi-charge on protesting students at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar, and alleged irregularities in donations linked to the Ayodhya Ram temple.

Idols vandalised again on Tamirabarani bank; Hindu Munnani protests
Crime

Idols vandalised again on Tamirabarani bank; Hindu Munnani protests

Idols of Hindu deities placed along the banks of the Tamirabarani river in Ambasamudram, Tirunelveli district, were vandalised again, triggering condemnation from Hindu Munnani. Locals have been worshipping idols of Shiva, Vinayagar and Murugan at the spot for several years. The idols were first damaged by unidentified persons on July 26, and a police complaint was filed. However, Hindu Munnani said no arrests were made in the earlier case. On Sunday, the idols in the same area were allegedly smashed again, including a peacock mount.

TN petrol dealers may suspend digital payments over cybercrime probes
Business

TN petrol dealers may suspend digital payments over cybercrime probes

Chennai: The Tamil Nadu Petroleum Dealers Association has said it may be forced to consider temporarily suspending digital payment collections at petrol pumps across the state, citing difficulties faced during cybercrime-related investigations. Association president Murali said Tamil Nadu has around 7,000 petrol pumps. On average, about 40% of daily sales are made through digital modes such as credit/debit cards and UPI apps like Google Pay, while the rest are in cash.

Tamil Nadu forms 65 special task forces to curb drug trafficking
Crime

Tamil Nadu forms 65 special task forces to curb drug trafficking

Tamil Nadu has approved the formation of 65 special task forces to curb drug trafficking, with a financial allocation of Rs 264 crore. The move follows Chief Minister Vijay’s announcement, made when he assumed office, that a dedicated special unit would be created in every district to tackle the drug menace. The government has now issued orders to implement the plan, and the Chief Minister is scheduled to inaugurate the task forces today.

Minister Keerthana flags poor facilities at SIPCOT parks in Assembly
Business

Minister Keerthana flags poor facilities at SIPCOT parks in Assembly

Chennai: Industries Minister Keerthana on Monday told the Tamil Nadu Assembly that several SIPCOT industrial estates remain underdeveloped, with some locations resembling “vacant scrubland” due to inadequate facilities. Replying to a question raised by former minister K.N. Nehru, the minister said the department is conducting inspections of SIPCOT estates across districts. During joint reviews with investors, she said, recurring demands included assured water supply, proper roads and street lighting. Keerthana said road works have been carried out and approval has been granted for installing street lights. She added that some estates do not have CCTV cameras or even a substation, and investors have questioned how industries can be started without reliable power infrastructure.

PM Modi praises boxer Lovlina for flagging incorrect India map
Sports

PM Modi praises boxer Lovlina for flagging incorrect India map

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has praised Indian boxer Lovlina Borgohain for drawing attention to an incorrect map of India displayed at a hotel in Glasgow, Scotland. According to the report, the incident occurred during the 2026 Commonwealth Games, when athletes were staying at the hotel. Lovlina noticed that the map did not include India’s Northeastern states. She immediately pointed out that the map was wrong, prompting attention to the issue.

TN Assembly passes resolution on Tamil Thai Vazhthu; CM Vijay thanks
Politics

TN Assembly passes resolution on Tamil Thai Vazhthu; CM Vijay thanks

A special resolution was passed in the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly on Sunday, according to a Dinamalar TV report. Chief Minister Vijay moved the resolution, urging that Tamil Thai Vazhthu should be sung first at all public functions held across Tamil Nadu. The report quoted the Chief Minister expressing gratitude after the resolution was adopted. The move was presented as a step to uphold the pride of Tamil and promote the prominence of Tamil Thai Vazhthu in public programmes.

TVK members file police complaint against ex-minister R.B. Udhayakumar
Politics

TVK members file police complaint against ex-minister R.B. Udhayakumar

TVK functionaries have filed a police complaint against former AIADMK minister R.B. Udhayakumar, according to a Dinamalar TV report. The complaint relates to remarks he allegedly made during an AIADMK consultation meeting held in Thoothukudi. The report notes that in recent times, several political figures have faced action for using threatening language, obscene words and disrespectful forms of address while speaking about the Chief Minister. In that backdrop, the report says R.B. Udhayakumar has now come under scrutiny following the latest complaint.

Dinamalar releases short video titled 'We’ll stand steady even in thunder'
General

Dinamalar releases short video titled 'We’ll stand steady even in thunder'

Dinamalar has released a short-form video under its Shorts/Reels section, carrying the Tamil title “இடியே இடிச்சாலும் நாம ஸ்டடியா நிப்போம்டா!”. The available source information includes the title, the publisher (Dinamalar), and the video page link. However, the provided content does not include the video’s transcript, context, or additional description. As a result, further reporting on the theme or message of the video cannot be confirmed from the source text shared. Readers can refer to the original Dinamalar video page for more information.

RJ Balaji’s speech at Spotify ‘Pacha Satta’ fans meet goes viral
Entertainment

RJ Balaji’s speech at Spotify ‘Pacha Satta’ fans meet goes viral

A short video featuring RJ Balaji’s speech at Spotify’s ‘Pacha Satta’ fans meet is gaining traction on social media. The clip was published by Dinamalar in its Shorts/Reels section and is being shared widely as a viral video. The source page identifies the video as an RJ Balaji speech from the Spotify ‘Pacha Satta’ fans meet, but does not provide additional context or a full transcript. No further details about the event, venue, or date were included in the available source content.

What is the truth behind the Manipur clashes?
General

What is the truth behind the Manipur clashes?

A short video published on Dinamalar is titled, “What is the truth behind the Manipur clashes?” and points viewers to its Shorts/Reels section. The available source material includes only the headline, the publisher name, and the URL, without any accompanying report text, quotes, or verified details about the incident. As a result, no additional facts, timeline, or claims about the Manipur violence can be confirmed from the provided content alone.

Why Stalin suddenly met Christian leaders in Chennai
Politics

Why Stalin suddenly met Christian leaders in Chennai

A meeting of Christian religious leaders was held at DMK leader M.K. Stalin’s residence in Chennai, even as an all-party MPs’ meeting took place in the city under Chief Minister Vijay’s leadership. According to the report, Bishop Chinnappa, Paul Dhinakaran and pastors representing 16 churches attended the discussion with Stalin. The outreach comes at a time when a TVK–Congress alliance has been formed and the DMK is said to be moving closer to the BJP side. During the meeting, Stalin reportedly assured the leaders that the DMK would stand with minority communities.

TN Assembly passes CM Vijay’s resolution to sing Tamil Thai Vazhthu first
Politics

TN Assembly passes CM Vijay’s resolution to sing Tamil Thai Vazhthu first

The Tamil Nadu Assembly on Monday unanimously passed a special resolution moved by Chief Minister Vijay, mandating that Tamil Thai Vazhthu be sung first at all government functions. Speaking in the House as the session resumed after the weekend break, the Chief Minister said language is a tool of communication, but Tamil is more than that—an emotion and identity. He said Tamil represents culture, civilisation, thought and love, and that the pride of Tamil should spread across the world.

Indian physicist Deepak Dhar named for 2026 Dirac Medal
Technology

Indian physicist Deepak Dhar named for 2026 Dirac Medal

New Delhi: The International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP) has announced the 2026 Dirac Medal for Indian physicist Deepak Dhar. The award is regarded as one of the highest global recognitions in physics. The Dirac Medal has been presented since 1985 and has previously honoured leading theoretical physicists, including Stephen Hawking. It is conferred by the ICTP to recognise outstanding work in theoretical physics. For 2026, Dhar—an INSA Distinguished Professor—has been selected as one of four physicists for the medal, cited for his significant contributions to the field of statistical mechanics.

TN hikes incentives for paddy and sugarcane, CM Vijay tells Assembly
Politics

TN hikes incentives for paddy and sugarcane, CM Vijay tells Assembly

Chief Minister Vijay on Sunday announced an increase in incentives for farmers cultivating paddy and sugarcane, making the statement in the Tamil Nadu Assembly under Rule 110. He said farmers invest their physical effort, resources and time in cultivating, harvesting and selling their produce. Despite the state’s current financial constraints, the government has decided to enhance incentives for those growing paddy and sugarcane. For paddy procurement, he announced that an incentive of Rs 2,750 will be provided for fine varieties, in addition to the minimum support price. The Chief Minister said increasing the paddy incentive by more than Rs 156 within a year is being done for the first time in history.

Modi praises boxer Lovlina for flagging wrong India map at Glasgow
Sports

Modi praises boxer Lovlina for flagging wrong India map at Glasgow

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has praised Indian boxer Lovlina for raising an objection after noticing an incorrect depiction of India’s map during the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland. According to the account shared, Lovlina spotted a printed map at a restaurant used by athletes where India’s North-Eastern states were missing. She immediately brought the issue to the attention of the restaurant management and registered her protest. Following her intervention, the restaurant management acknowledged the mistake, apologised, and said the map would be corrected.

Police use tear gas on students marching to Jharkhand Assembly
Politics

Police use tear gas on students marching to Jharkhand Assembly

Ranchi witnessed tense scenes on Monday as students protesting alleged irregularities in state government recruitment exams marched towards the Jharkhand Assembly. Police used baton charge and fired tear gas shells after the crowd breached barricades. The agitation, linked to allegations surrounding exams conducted by the Jharkhand Public Service Commission, has been continuing in Ranchi since July 25 and entered its 17th day on August 10. As the students moved closer to the Assembly, the situation escalated and the House was adjourned immediately, according to reports from the spot.

TN’s Cauvery water plea to be heard in Supreme Court on Aug 13
Politics

TN’s Cauvery water plea to be heard in Supreme Court on Aug 13

Tamil Nadu’s petition seeking directions to Karnataka to release Cauvery water will come up for hearing in the Supreme Court on August 13. According to the plea, the Cauvery Management Authority (CMA) had ordered Karnataka to release 3,500 cusecs of water per day to Tamil Nadu for 15 days starting July 29. Tamil Nadu has said Karnataka declined to implement the order, even as rainfall in the catchment areas has led to surplus flows reaching Tamil Nadu.

Minister Ramesh hits back at DMK over ‘concrete in sugarcane field’ jibe
Politics

Minister Ramesh hits back at DMK over ‘concrete in sugarcane field’ jibe

Chennai: Minister Ramesh on Monday pushed back against criticism from the Opposition during the Assembly debate on the budget, referring to a widely discussed episode involving a farmer who walked on concrete laid inside a sugarcane plantation. As he concluded his reply to the DMK, former minister M.R.K. Panneerselvam took a swipe, alleging that the minister was delivering “reels-style” content and claiming that the DMK government had “action” but not “acting.”

Madurai retiree wills Rs 60 lakh life savings to Flag Day fund
General

Madurai retiree wills Rs 60 lakh life savings to Flag Day fund

An 82-year-old retired employee from Madurai has pledged his entire life savings to support Indian soldiers through the Flag Day fund. The donation was made by submitting a will to the district administration. Subbaiah, a resident of Harveypatti, met Madurai Collector Nishanth Krishna at the Collectorate and handed over documents covering Rs 30 lakh kept as bank deposits and gold articles worth another Rs 30 lakh stored in a bank locker in his name. He also gave a cheque for Rs 10,000.

Annamalai claims India caused ₹14,500 crore damage to Pakistan
Politics

Annamalai claims India caused ₹14,500 crore damage to Pakistan

Remarks at Coimbatore book launch V. The Leaders president Annamalai on Monday claimed that India inflicted damage worth $1.5 billion on Pakistan during the military action referred to as “Operation Sindoor”. He said this would be around ₹14,500 crore at today’s value. Book on the operation Addressing a book release event in Coimbatore, Annamalai said the book should be read by students and highlighted the hard work of soldiers. He added that the book could inspire young people to join the Indian Army and serve the nation.

Lok Sabha Speaker urges opposition to cooperate for smooth House proceedings
Politics

Lok Sabha Speaker urges opposition to cooperate for smooth House proceedings

New Delhi: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has appealed to opposition parties to cooperate so that the House can function smoothly, stressing that Parliament must work for democracy and for the people. Opposition members have been staging protests in the Lok Sabha, insisting that Union Home Minister Amit Shah respond over a lathi-charge on students during a protest in Delhi. Speaking at a meeting of the Business Advisory Committee, Birla said the people’s voice must be heard in Parliament. He urged that Question Hour be allowed to take place and that important Bills be taken up for discussion.

CM Vijay thanks all parties for backing Tamil Thai Vazhthu resolution
Politics

CM Vijay thanks all parties for backing Tamil Thai Vazhthu resolution

Chennai: Chief Minister Vijay on Sunday expressed gratitude to all political parties for supporting a special government resolution on Tamil Thai Vazhthu that was passed unanimously in the Tamil Nadu Assembly. In a statement shared after the passage of the resolution, the Chief Minister said Tamil is not merely a language but a way of thought, culture and civilisation, and described it as inseparable from the life and emotions of Tamils.

Tamil Nadu sanctions 65 anti-drug task forces, allocates Rs 264.14 crore
Politics

Tamil Nadu sanctions 65 anti-drug task forces, allocates Rs 264.14 crore

The Tamil Nadu government has issued an order to set up 65 special task forces to tackle drug-related activities in the state, allocating Rs 264.14 crore for the initiative. According to the government order, the move follows Chief Minister Vijay’s announcement that a dedicated special force would be created to eradicate narcotics. The deployment plan includes 37 task forces—one for each district—and 28 task forces across nine police commissionerates. Chennai will have 12 teams, while Madurai, Avadi, Tambaram, Salem, Coimbatore, Tiruppur, Tiruchirappalli and Tirunelveli will have two teams each.

Annamalai may launch missed-call drive to boost 'We The Leaders' membership
Politics

Annamalai may launch missed-call drive to boost 'We The Leaders' membership

Chennai: Sources within Annamalai-led ‘We The Leaders’ say the organisation is considering a “missed call” campaign to increase its membership. Annamalai, the former Tamil Nadu BJP president, has quit the party and is currently running ‘We The Leaders’. The group conducted anti-drug awareness programmes throughout July and is holding environmental awareness events during the current month. Senior members said the organisation has so far enrolled about 19.47 lakh members. They added that Annamalai is firm on launching a political party only after reaching at least 50 lakh members.

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