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Annamalai seeks time from BJP, hints at next political move
Politics

Annamalai seeks time from BJP, hints at next political move

Former Tamil Nadu BJP president K. Annamalai is reported to have resigned from the Bharatiya Janata Party, signalling what sources describe as a new phase in his political journey. According to the report, Annamalai met BJP leader Nitin Nabin in Delhi and submitted his resignation letter. The development has triggered speculation about his next steps. The report also says he is set to meet Union Home Minister Amit Shah to convey the matter. No further details were provided on the reasons for the resignation or his future plans.

Fans celebrate Ilaiyaraaja’s 80th birthday in a special tribute
Entertainment

Fans celebrate Ilaiyaraaja’s 80th birthday in a special tribute

A short video shared by Dinamalar captures fans celebrating music composer Ilaiyaraaja’s 80th birthday. In the clip, the celebration is presented as an emotional moment for admirers, with the experience described as a “feel” akin to seeing a divine presence in person. The video focuses on the festive mood among fans and the admiration surrounding the milestone birthday. No further details about the venue, programme schedule, or participants are provided in the source.

‘Make way for youth’: AIADMK post sparks fresh internal row
Politics

‘Make way for youth’: AIADMK post sparks fresh internal row

A statement by AIADMK Information Technology wing secretary Raj Sathyan calling on seniors to “make way for the youth” has triggered a fresh controversy within the party. The remarks came after Mahendran, joint secretary of the AIADMK Traders Wing in Thanjavur East district, died by suicide. Party members said Mahendran was active on social media, and his death shocked cadres. In a post on X, Raj Sathyan said the party had lost a “pure” worker, alleging that certain actions against a party striving to recover from electoral defeats had contributed to the situation. He urged leaders to reflect on the mental state of cadres and not allow workers to suffer further, ending with an appeal to create space for the next generation.

NTK cadres urge Seeman to rethink solo poll strategy after vote dip
Politics

NTK cadres urge Seeman to rethink solo poll strategy after vote dip

Functionaries of the Naam Tamilar Katchi (NTK) have urged chief coordinator Seeman to reconsider the party’s long-standing decision to contest elections alone, citing a sharp fall in vote share in the latest Assembly election. NTK has been fighting elections independently since 2016. The party’s vote share rose from 1.10% in the 2016 Assembly election to 3.89% in the 2019 Lok Sabha polls, then climbed further to 6.72% in the 2021 Assembly election and 8.22% in the 2024 Lok Sabha election, helping it gain recognition as a political party.

DMK women’s wing meetings fuel talk of Kanimozhi’s state role
Politics

DMK women’s wing meetings fuel talk of Kanimozhi’s state role

Chennai: Following the DMK’s defeat in the Assembly election, the party lost power and several senior leaders, including party president M.K. Stalin, general secretary Duraimurugan and many ministers, were defeated, according to party sources. At a DMK cadre meeting held in Thoothukudi, a resolution was passed urging deputy general secretary Kanimozhi, MP, to enter state-level politics and support the party’s growth. Separately, Salem West district DMK functionary Kathiravan wrote to Stalin suggesting that giving Kanimozhi a key role in state politics could help attract women voters.

IMD warns of heavy rain in 22 TN districts including Coimbatore, Nilgiris
Environment

IMD warns of heavy rain in 22 TN districts including Coimbatore, Nilgiris

The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC), Chennai, has forecast heavy rain with thunder and strong winds in 22 districts of Tamil Nadu on Tuesday, including Coimbatore and the Nilgiris. In its bulletin, the weather office said the highest rainfall recorded in the state on Monday was 9 cm each at Thirumalvadi and Vellagoundanpalayam in Dharmapuri district. The forecast is linked to an upper-air cyclonic circulation over south Kerala and adjoining areas, and another circulation over the Lakshadweep region adjoining the southeast Arabian Sea.

Iran pauses US peace talks after Israeli strikes on Lebanon
Politics

Iran pauses US peace talks after Israeli strikes on Lebanon

Iran has announced that it is pausing its peace talks with the United States, condemning Israel’s strikes on Lebanon. The move comes amid heightened tensions in the Middle East following continued Israeli military action. The situation in Lebanon remains volatile, with Israel carrying out repeated attacks. After the Israeli government ordered fresh strikes on Beirut’s southern suburbs, regional tensions escalated further, prompting Iran to publicly halt the talks. In Washington, President Donald Trump said the peace process with Iran is still progressing quickly and suggested an agreement could be reached as early as next week.

Delhi award trip cut from 55 to 6 after report on TN delegation
Politics

Delhi award trip cut from 55 to 6 after report on TN delegation

Chennai: A planned 55-member trip from Tamil Nadu’s Rural Development Department to Delhi to receive a Central government award has been scaled down to six members, following a directive after the issue was reported. The Centre presents awards to panchayats that excel in areas such as poverty alleviation, sanitation, child welfare, women’s welfare and water self-sufficiency. For 2025, Coimbatore has been selected for the Best District Panchayat award. The award ceremony is scheduled to be held tomorrow at Bharat Mandapam in Delhi. Initially, 29 officials from the state’s rural development department and 26 district local body representatives were to travel at government expense.

PM Modi assures full support for Telangana’s development journey
Politics

PM Modi assures full support for Telangana’s development journey

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday assured that the Union government will extend full cooperation to Telangana’s development journey, linking it to the broader goal of building a “developed India”. In a message posted on social media to mark Telangana Formation Day, Modi conveyed his greetings to the people of the state. He said Telangana’s people are known for their creativity and business acumen. The Prime Minister also highlighted the state’s “great history” and celebrated culture, describing it as a symbol of courage, determination and a spirit of struggle.

From Domestic Helper to West Bengal Minister: Kalita Majhi’s Rise
Politics

From Domestic Helper to West Bengal Minister: Kalita Majhi’s Rise

Kalita Majhi, who earlier worked as a domestic helper for around Rs 4,000 a month, has now taken oath as a minister in West Bengal. Her appointment during the latest cabinet expansion has drawn widespread praise from various quarters. The 37-year-old entered the West Bengal Assembly as a BJP MLA, defeating her Trinamool Congress rival by 12,535 votes. Majhi enjoys strong support in her constituency, which has been cited as a key factor behind her electoral success.

Tamil Nadu lawyer V. Mohana among five sworn in as Supreme Court judges
Politics

Tamil Nadu lawyer V. Mohana among five sworn in as Supreme Court judges

Senior advocate V. Mohana from Tamil Nadu was sworn in as a judge of the Supreme Court on June 2 in New Delhi. Chief Justice Suryakant administered the oath to Mohana and four other appointees. The appointments follow Parliament’s passage of a Bill to raise the sanctioned strength of the Supreme Court to 38 judges, aimed at speeding up the disposal of pending cases. With the latest inductions, the total number of judges including the Chief Justice has risen to 37.

Smoke and foul odour at Chennai Secretariat trigger breathing distress
General

Smoke and foul odour at Chennai Secretariat trigger breathing distress

A thick haze accompanied by a strong foul odour spread across the Chennai Secretariat complex on Tuesday, triggering concern among staff and visitors. Security personnel, Secretariat employees and members of the public reported coughing, eye irritation and breathing difficulty as the smoke lingered in the area. Motorists passing through nearby roads also faced discomfort. Many suspected the smoke was drifting in from the Chennai port, as the haze continued for more than half an hour.

Coimbatore lawyer V. Mohana takes oath as Supreme Court judge
Politics

Coimbatore lawyer V. Mohana takes oath as Supreme Court judge

Appointment and oath V. Mohana, a senior advocate from Coimbatore district, was sworn in as a judge of the Supreme Court on Monday. The Supreme Court collegium headed by the Chief Justice had recommended her name, and the Union government issued the appointment order on Sunday. Early encouragement and family background According to accounts of her journey, Mohana’s mother, Kaveri Ammal, recognised her speaking skills and interest in debates at a young age and encouraged her to pursue law. Mohana was born in Pollachi, Coimbatore, in a large family of 13 children, where hard work, discipline and education were emphasised.

Vaiko alleges MDMK was forced to contest under DMK symbol
Politics

Vaiko alleges MDMK was forced to contest under DMK symbol

MDMK general secretary Vaiko on Monday accused the DMK of pressuring his party to contest elections under the DMK’s ‘Rising Sun’ symbol, and said the seat-sharing arrangement left MDMK with fewer constituencies than most other allies. Speaking to reporters in Chennai, Vaiko said MDMK stood firmly with the DMK-led alliance and worked across constituencies, including campaigning for DMK candidates in 34 seats. He claimed the DMK won in 24 of those seats and said MDMK’s efforts contributed, even if in a small way, to the alliance’s performance.

Tamil Nadu Assembly Secretary Srinivasan resigns with 3 months left
Politics

Tamil Nadu Assembly Secretary Srinivasan resigns with 3 months left

Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly Secretary Srinivasan has submitted his resignation from the post, sources said. Srinivasan was due to retire in 2023, but was granted a three-year service extension. Even though the extension period was still in force, he has now chosen to step down and has handed over a formal resignation letter to the Speaker. He is said to have over 30 years of experience in Assembly-related work, with about three months remaining in his current tenure.

Heavy rain likely in 16 TN districts on June 3-4: Weather office
Environment

Heavy rain likely in 16 TN districts on June 3-4: Weather office

The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC), Chennai, has forecast heavy rain at isolated places in 16 districts of Tamil Nadu on June 3 and June 4, accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds. In its bulletin, the RMC said that on June 2, isolated places across several districts may receive heavy rain with lightning and strong winds. The districts mentioned include Nilgiris, Coimbatore, Tiruppur, Dindigul, Theni, Karur, Namakkal, Erode, Salem, Tiruchirappalli, Dharmapuri, Krishnagiri, Tirupathur, Vellore, Ranipet, Tiruvannamalai, Madurai, Virudhunagar, Tenkasi, Tirunelveli, Thoothukudi and Kanniyakumari.

Annamalai quits BJP, submits resignation to party chief Nitin Nabin
Politics

Annamalai quits BJP, submits resignation to party chief Nitin Nabin

New Delhi: Annamalai has resigned from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and submitted his resignation letter to the party’s national president, Nitin Nabin. Amid reports that he was unhappy over not being given a position in the party and was considering launching a separate outfit, the BJP’s Delhi leadership had called him for talks. He flew from Chennai to Delhi and stayed at a private star hotel. On June 2, Annamalai met Nitin Nabin and held discussions, after which he formally handed over his resignation.

Dinamalar reel asks: Who did he elevate in politics?
Politics

Dinamalar reel asks: Who did he elevate in politics?

A short-form video posted on Dinamalar carries the headline question: “Who did he elevate in politics?” Based on the limited text available from the source, the reel appears to frame a political discussion around an individual’s role in promoting or elevating another person within politics. However, the provided material does not include names, context, or additional reporting details. As a result, further specifics about the claim or the people involved cannot be confirmed from the available content.

DMK members seek refund of voluntary petition fees after polls
Politics

DMK members seek refund of voluntary petition fees after polls

Chennai: DMK members who submitted “voluntary petitions” to contest Assembly seats allotted to alliance partners have urged the party leadership to refund the fees they paid. Ahead of the Assembly election, the DMK invited applications from aspirants across 234 constituencies. The party fixed a Rs 1,000 application form fee, along with a voluntary petition fee of Rs 25,000 for general constituencies and Rs 15,000 for women and reserved constituencies. Applications were collected for all 234 Tamil Nadu Assembly constituencies and the 30 constituencies in Puducherry. In total, the collections reportedly crossed Rs 23 crore.

Airport Authority to submit Paranthur airport report to CM Vijay
Politics

Airport Authority to submit Paranthur airport report to CM Vijay

The Airports Authority has decided to submit a detailed study report to Chief Minister Vijay, arguing that building a new international airport at Paranthur is “a must of the hour,” amid continuing controversy over the project. Chennai’s existing airport at Meenambakkam handles more than 60,000 passengers a day and records over 400 aircraft movements daily across three terminals. However, officials say runway operational constraints, difficulty in acquiring additional land for upgrades, and delays in expansion have put the next phase of growth in doubt.

CM Vijay vows corruption-free rule, seeks time at Trichy meet
Politics

CM Vijay vows corruption-free rule, seeks time at Trichy meet

Chennai: Chief Minister Vijay on Sunday said he would not rest until he delivers a corruption-free administration, asking people to “give a little time” and promising to prove it through action. He made the remarks while addressing a Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) thanksgiving public meeting in Trichy. Vijay had contested the Assembly election from Chennai’s Perambur and Trichy East, winning in both constituencies. He later resigned as the Trichy East MLA, and with a by-election expected there soon, TVK organised the meeting to thank voters.

DMK may boycott four by-elections, likely to contest Trichy East
Politics

DMK may boycott four by-elections, likely to contest Trichy East

Chennai: The DMK is reportedly planning to boycott by-elections in four Assembly constituencies, while choosing to contest only the Trichy East seat. According to the report, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam leader and Chief Minister Vijay won from two constituencies—Chennai Perambur and Trichy East—in the Tamil Nadu Assembly election. He later resigned as MLA from Trichy East, triggering a by-election there. In addition, four AIADMK MLAs—Maragatham (Madurantakam), Jayakumar (Perundurai), Sathyabama (Dharapuram) and Isakki Subbiah (Ambasamudram)—resigned from their posts and joined Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam. This has led to by-elections being required in five constituencies.

Supreme Court bars senior advocates from summer vacation hearings
Politics

Supreme Court bars senior advocates from summer vacation hearings

The Supreme Court has announced that senior advocates will not be permitted to seek urgent listing of matters or argue cases during the court’s summer vacation session. The court’s summer vacation runs from June 1 to July 12, but vacation benches will continue to hear cases. As per the schedule, three to four benches are expected to function each week during the break. On the first day of the vacation sitting, a senior advocate attempted to argue before a bench led by Justice Vikram Nath, along with Justice P.B. Varale. The bench stopped the appearance and said only junior advocates would be allowed to argue, and that the court would hear only their submissions.

Chengalpattu Plus Two student Nisha scales Mount Everest summit
Sports

Chengalpattu Plus Two student Nisha scales Mount Everest summit

A 16-year-old Plus Two student from Perungalathur in Chengalpattu district has successfully climbed Mount Everest, drawing widespread appreciation for her achievement. Nisha, daughter of mountaineer Sasikumar and Aruna, studies at APL Global School in Thoraipakkam. Inspired by watching her father, she developed an early ambition to scale major peaks and set records. She is pursuing the goal of summiting the highest peaks on all seven continents. According to the report, she has already completed five peaks, earning a world record as India’s youngest female climber to do so.

CM Vijay sets 6-month target to improve urban sanitation, greenery
Politics

CM Vijay sets 6-month target to improve urban sanitation, greenery

Chennai: Chief Minister Vijay has instructed urban local bodies to prioritise sanitation and greenery, setting a six-month timeline to deliver measurable improvements across corporations and municipalities. Officials said the Chief Minister has kept the Municipal Administration and Water Supply Department under his direct control, with the stated aim of upgrading urban areas to international standards. At a recent review meeting, he directed commissioners and relevant officials to conduct morning inspections daily. During field visits, they have been asked to ensure the removal of garbage, construction debris and unauthorised posters wherever found.

Pay hike at risk for 15,000 periodic-pay graduate teachers in TN
Education

Pay hike at risk for 15,000 periodic-pay graduate teachers in TN

Around 15,000 secondary school graduate teachers in Tamil Nadu who are on periodic pay may not receive the special grade salary hike due to delays in issuing authenticity certificates for their teacher diploma qualification. The teachers were appointed in government schools on a consolidated pay basis during 2003–04. They did not receive benefits such as regular pay, increments and promotions at the time. In 2006, the consolidated pay system was removed and the teachers were brought under periodic pay. As they have now completed 20 years of service, government service rules require that they be granted a special grade pay hike, but the report says no pay or promotion benefits have been provided so far.

Supreme Court: Rescued sex-trafficking victims are not criminals
Crime

Supreme Court: Rescued sex-trafficking victims are not criminals

The Supreme Court has ruled that women rescued from forced sex work must not be treated as criminals and have a full right to rebuild their lives with dignity. The court also issued a new set of directions for police to follow during rescue and post-rescue procedures. The directions came in a long-running public interest case filed by the NGO Prajwala, seeking measures to ensure that women trafficked for sexual exploitation are rescued and supported to live safely and respectfully. A bench comprising Justices J.B. Pardiwala and R. Mahadevan invoked special powers to lay down a “Victim Protection Plan”.

Row in Nepal after PM says Nepal has occupied parts of India
Politics

Row in Nepal after PM says Nepal has occupied parts of India

Kathmandu: A political controversy has erupted in Nepal after Prime Minister Balendra Shah said in Parliament that Nepal has occupied parts of India’s border areas. Opposition lawmakers objected immediately and demanded that the remarks be removed from the official record. India and Nepal share a 1,751-km border, touching Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, West Bengal and Sikkim. The boundary was defined during British rule through an 1816 agreement that identified the Kali river as the border.

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