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Vaikasi Somavaram today; devotees told Shiva darshan brings family joy
General

Vaikasi Somavaram today; devotees told Shiva darshan brings family joy

Today is observed as Vaikasi Somavaram (Vaikasi 18, June 1), according to a short spiritual update. The report notes that devotees consider Mondays in the Tamil month of Vaikasi significant for worship of Lord Shiva. It adds that performing Shiva darshan on this day is traditionally believed to bring family happiness and well-being. The update is presented as a devotional reminder for those planning temple visits and prayers today.

PM Modi hails return of Chola-era Anamangalam copper plates
Politics

PM Modi hails return of Chola-era Anamangalam copper plates

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said the return of the Chola-era Anamangalam copper plates from the Netherlands has filled Indians with pride and brought particular joy to Tamils across the world. He spoke about the development in his monthly radio address, Mann Ki Baat. Recalling his recent visit to the European nation, Modi said the Dutch government handed over the historic copper plates in the presence of the Netherlands’ Prime Minister. He noted that the event has drawn sustained attention both abroad and in India.

TN Congress faces backlash over panel plan to hear all 234 seats
Politics

TN Congress faces backlash over panel plan to hear all 234 seats

A five-member Congress fact-finding committee appointed by the party high command to review Assembly election work has triggered internal opposition in Tamil Nadu. The panel is said to be planning to collect feedback from party members across all 234 constituencies. In the recently concluded Assembly election, the Congress contested 28 seats and lost in 23. To identify the reasons for the setbacks, the leadership formed a committee that includes former MP Jayakumar.

Premalatha says Vijay would have made her Deputy CM if asked
Politics

Premalatha says Vijay would have made her Deputy CM if asked

Chennai: Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK) general secretary Premalatha on Sunday made a striking claim, saying Chief Minister Vijay would have come to her home and offered the Deputy Chief Minister’s post if she had asked for it. She was speaking at a meeting of DMDK district secretaries held at the party’s headquarters in Koyambedu. Referring to the recent Assembly election outcome, she said it was “like a tsunami”, and added that developments in the state were making people think.

Supreme Court upholds Election Commission’s SIR voter roll drive
Politics

Supreme Court upholds Election Commission’s SIR voter roll drive

The Supreme Court has upheld the Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, rejecting petitions filed by political parties that challenged the exercise. The court said the Constitution empowers the Commission to carry out such revisions to keep voter lists accurate and trustworthy. The SIR was undertaken around Bihar’s Assembly election last year, during which about 6.5 million names were removed from the rolls. The exercise was later extended to states that were to face Assembly polls, including West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Puducherry.

Nomination filing opens for Tamil Nadu’s lone vacant Rajya Sabha seat
Politics

Nomination filing opens for Tamil Nadu’s lone vacant Rajya Sabha seat

Nomination filing for Tamil Nadu’s only vacant Rajya Sabha seat begins on June 1, according to the Election Commission. The vacancy arose after C.V. Shanmugam, who won the Mayilam Assembly constituency during the Assembly elections, resigned from his Rajya Sabha membership before contesting. Candidates can file nominations from June 1 to June 8. Scrutiny of nominations is scheduled for June 9, and June 11 is the last date for withdrawal.

Heatwave grips 14 places in TN; Vellore tops at 106°F
Environment

Heatwave grips 14 places in TN; Vellore tops at 106°F

Heatwave conditions were reported in 14 places across Tamil Nadu and Puducherry on Saturday (May 31), according to the Regional Meteorological Centre. Vellore recorded the day’s highest maximum temperature at 106°F. Chennai (Meenambakkam), Tiruchirappalli and Tiruttani followed, each logging 104°F. The weather office also reported temperatures crossing 106°F at several locations, including Chennai (Nungambakkam), Erode, Karur, Karaikal, Madurai, Nagapattinam, Palayamkottai, Puducherry, Thanjavur and Namakkal.

May 31 world brief: Sri Lanka fuel hike, Turkey bus crash, Iran drone
General

May 31 world brief: Sri Lanka fuel hike, Turkey bus crash, Iran drone

A round-up of major developments reported worldwide on May 31 highlighted fresh economic pressure in Sri Lanka and a series of incidents across West Asia, China and the United States. Sri Lanka raised petrol and diesel prices again, citing supply disruptions linked to heightened West Asia war tensions. The increase—effective for the fifth time since March—puts petrol up by 5.85% per litre and diesel up by 3.83%, triggering public concern.

Pradhan vows strict action against NEET ‘education mafia’
Education

Pradhan vows strict action against NEET ‘education mafia’

New Delhi: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has said the Centre will take stringent action against what he called an “education mafia” for undermining the integrity of the NEET examination. In an interview to an English news channel, Pradhan acknowledged that irregularities had occurred and said the question paper leak was “true”. He said the government would ensure severe punishment for those accused. Pradhan said all cases linked to the NEET paper leak would be taken up in fast-track courts so that the matter is dealt with quickly. He added that no one involved in the leak would be allowed to escape.

Israel says it has seized Lebanon’s 900-year-old Beaufort Castle
Politics

Israel says it has seized Lebanon’s 900-year-old Beaufort Castle

Israel’s military has announced that it has brought the 900-year-old Beaufort Castle in southern Lebanon under its control. The fortress is located near the city of Nabatieh and is considered a major historical landmark. The development comes amid heightened tensions in West Asia after the United States and Israel launched a war against Iran. In response, the Iran-backed Hezbollah group in Lebanon carried out attacks on Israel, prompting continued Israeli strikes.

Rajya Sabha bypoll: Who will TVK field for Tamil Nadu seat?
Politics

Rajya Sabha bypoll: Who will TVK field for Tamil Nadu seat?

Nominations for elections to 26 Rajya Sabha seats across India begin today, with the last date for filing set for June 8. Scrutiny will be held on June 9, and candidates can withdraw until June 11. If there is a contest, polling will take place on June 18 from 9 am to 4 pm, followed by counting at 5 pm the same day. In Tamil Nadu, the election is for a vacancy created after AIADMK Rajya Sabha MP and former minister C.V. Shanmugam resigned on May 7. His term was to run until June 29, 2028, but he stepped down after winning the Mayilam Assembly seat, as holding both posts simultaneously is not permitted.

Giant meteor explodes over US, tremors felt but no damage reported
General

Giant meteor explodes over US, tremors felt but no damage reported

A rare daytime sky event startled parts of the northeastern United States after a large meteor entered the atmosphere and exploded with a loud boom over Massachusetts. Witnesses reported a bright fireball appearing briefly in the sky, followed seconds later by a cannon-like blast. The shockwave-like vibrations were felt across areas including Boston, Cape Cod, New Hampshire and Rhode Island, leading some residents to suspect an earthquake. NASA and the American Meteor Society said the object was a space rock about three feet wide and of significant weight. It entered Earth’s atmosphere at around 120,000 kmph and broke apart at an altitude of about 64 km, unable to withstand intense air friction.

CBSE admits scanned Class 12 answer sheets were publicly accessible
Education

CBSE admits scanned Class 12 answer sheets were publicly accessible

New Delhi: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has acknowledged allegations that scanned Class 12 answer sheets were available online in a manner that could be accessed easily by the public. The board said it is taking steps to strengthen its technology and security controls. This year, CBSE uploaded answer sheets digitally for re-evaluation and marks verification after results were announced, introducing an on-screen marking (OSM) process. Students had earlier complained of technical issues, including unclear scans and some responses not being fully uploaded.

CM Vijay to visit Trichy today; drone flights banned in city
Politics

CM Vijay to visit Trichy today; drone flights banned in city

Chief Minister Vijay is set to visit Tiruchirappalli (Trichy) on Sunday to thank voters in the Trichy East Assembly constituency. In the recent Tamil Nadu Assembly election, the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) contested 233 seats. Vijay, the party leader, contested from Chennai’s Perambur and Trichy East and won in both constituencies. After the results, he resigned the Trichy East MLA post. According to the schedule, Vijay will fly from Chennai airport to Trichy in a special aircraft. He is expected to address a thanksgiving public meeting at 4.15 pm near the Chathiram bus stand, at the St Joseph’s College campus.

Tamil offered as third language in Kendriya Vidyalayas in Tamil Nadu
Education

Tamil offered as third language in Kendriya Vidyalayas in Tamil Nadu

Kendriya Vidyalaya (KV) schools in Tamil Nadu have begun offering students an option to learn Tamil under the Centre’s three-language policy. As per the National Education Policy, the three-language formula has been made mandatory from this academic year. While the Tamil Nadu government continues to oppose the move, the policy has been implemented in centrally controlled KV schools and CBSE-affiliated schools in the state. In KV schools, students from Classes 3 to 9 can now study either Tamil or Sanskrit as a third language. Teachers have briefed students and parents and asked them to select one of the two as an optional language.

Tamil Nadu Police form joint teams to curb crimes against women
Crime

Tamil Nadu Police form joint teams to curb crimes against women

Chennai: Tamil Nadu Police have formed joint action teams to prevent crimes against women and children by bringing together existing specialised units and a newly created special force. The Women and Children Crime Prevention Wing, headed by Additional DGP Anita Hussain, has been functioning in the state and coordinates with women’s police stations, the anti-human trafficking unit, the women’s crime investigation wing, special juvenile units and child welfare wings. Following the change in administration, a new special commando-style unit named the “Singa Pen” special force has been created under IG Bhavaneeswari, with a focus on preventing crimes against women.

Hero, Maruti Suzuki set to roll out 100% ethanol vehicles in India
Business

Hero, Maruti Suzuki set to roll out 100% ethanol vehicles in India

Hero MotoCorp and Maruti Suzuki are preparing to introduce vehicles that run on 100% ethanol, as India looks to reduce petrol and diesel use and expand alternative fuels. Hero MotoCorp is scheduled to launch the country’s first motorcycle designed to operate entirely on ethanol on June 3. Unlike existing flex-fuel models that typically run on up to 85% ethanol blends, this two-wheeler is expected to use only ethanol. The upcoming ethanol motorcycle is likely to be based on the HF Deluxe platform, according to expectations cited in the report.

Bengaluru retain Premier League title with 5-wicket final win
Sports

Bengaluru retain Premier League title with 5-wicket final win

Bengaluru successfully defended their Premier League cricket title, beating Gujarat by five wickets in the final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Virat Kohli starred in the chase with a match-winning 75. After winning the toss, Bengaluru captain Rajat Patidar chose to bowl. Gujarat’s top order faltered early as Shubman Gill (10) and Sai Sudharsan (12) departed inside four overs, leaving the side struggling at 26/2 and then 55/3.

Kolathur not favorable for DMK, we warned early: IUML’s Kader Mohideen
Politics

Kolathur not favorable for DMK, we warned early: IUML’s Kader Mohideen

IUML leader Kader Mohideen has said his party had warned the DMK in advance that the political situation in Kolathur was not favorable during the Assembly election period. Speaking in Cuddalore, he said the IUML remained part of the DMK-led alliance during the election. He noted that the party’s women’s wing carried out door-to-door outreach in the constituency to seek votes. According to him, women volunteers reported back that the mood in many households appeared different from what the alliance expected. He said they sensed a shift in conversations among women voters and raised doubts about whether votes would go as anticipated.

Fertiliser prices surge amid US-Iran war, farmers fear summer crop hit
Business

Fertiliser prices surge amid US-Iran war, farmers fear summer crop hit

Farmers have expressed concern that summer cultivation could be affected as fertiliser prices rise in the wake of the US-Iran war. With costs climbing, many cultivators are hesitant to begin sowing and are looking for alternatives such as cattle manure and compost. According to farmers, the conflict has created hurdles in importing fertilisers, while shortages of raw materials have also reduced output at domestic fertiliser manufacturing units. The combined impact has led to a sharp increase in the prices of chemical fertilisers.

PM Modi praises Tamil Nadu teacher Girija in Mann Ki Baat
Politics

PM Modi praises Tamil Nadu teacher Girija in Mann Ki Baat

Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Girija, a teacher from Tamil Nadu, during his radio programme Mann Ki Baat. In his remarks, Modi said he had recently met a teacher in Nagercoil and noted that he had met her nearly 30 years earlier as well. He identified the teacher as “Girija amma,” and spoke about the long gap between the two meetings while appreciating her. The segment, shared as a video by Dinamalar, highlighted the Prime Minister’s personal recollection and public recognition of the Tamil Nadu educator.

Anbumani warns 41.7% vacancies in TN govt departments could hurt governance
Politics

Anbumani warns 41.7% vacancies in TN govt departments could hurt governance

PMK president Anbumani Ramadoss has warned that a large number of vacancies in Tamil Nadu government departments could weaken day-to-day administration. In a statement, he said 41.7% of sanctioned posts in government departments are currently vacant, describing the situation as one that could destabilise governance if left unaddressed. Referring to the status as of the last working day of May, Anbumani said the scale of unfilled positions highlights the need for immediate steps by the state government.

Premalatha takes swipe at TVK, makes deputy CM remark
Politics

Premalatha takes swipe at TVK, makes deputy CM remark

DMDK general secretary Premalatha has launched a sharp attack on TVK, using a pointed remark that the party is “in the ICU” today. Speaking in a video shared by Dinamalar, she also made a provocative claim involving actor-turned-politician Vijay. Premalatha said that if she had uttered just one word, Vijay himself would have come to her house and offered her the post of Deputy Chief Minister. The comments have drawn attention as they combine criticism of a rival party with a personal assertion about political influence.

Wild elephant overturns a car in viral short video
General

Wild elephant overturns a car in viral short video

A short video published on Dinamalar’s “Shorts/Reels” section shows a wild elephant overturning a car, leaving the vehicle flipped upside down. The clip, shared as a brief reel, has drawn attention online for the dramatic moment captured on camera. No additional details such as the location, time, or whether anyone was injured were provided in the source post. The video is available on Dinamalar’s website under its short-form video section.

PM Modi urges caution as heatwaves intensify in Mann Ki Baat
Politics

PM Modi urges caution as heatwaves intensify in Mann Ki Baat

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday urged people to take extra care as temperatures rise sharply in many parts of the country. Speaking on his radio programme Mann Ki Baat, Modi advised citizens to ensure they remain hydrated and to step out in the sun only after taking necessary precautions. He said heightened alertness is essential during severe heat. The Prime Minister also spoke about a recent visit to the Netherlands, where Chola-era copper plates were handed back to India at a special event attended by the Dutch Prime Minister. He said the development has sparked pride and excitement, including among Tamils worldwide.

PM Modi praises Tamil Nadu teacher Grija on Mann Ki Baat
Education

PM Modi praises Tamil Nadu teacher Grija on Mann Ki Baat

Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Tamil Nadu teacher Grija during his Mann Ki Baat address, recalling a recent meeting with her in Nagercoil. Modi said he had met Grija nearly 30 years ago as well, and noted that several young students were with her during the latest interaction. He said she currently manages around 15 schools, including a prominent institution in Chennai. According to the Prime Minister, Grija drew inspiration from Mann Ki Baat and resolved to contribute to the welfare of the nation’s soldiers. She encouraged students across her schools to participate in the effort.

DK Shivakumar tops richest CMs list with Rs 1,413 crore assets
Politics

DK Shivakumar tops richest CMs list with Rs 1,413 crore assets

New Delhi: Karnataka Chief Minister-designate D.K. Shivakumar has topped the list of India’s richest chief ministers with declared assets of Rs 1,413 crore, according to an analysis by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR). The report is based on the asset disclosures filed by candidates in their election affidavits. Shivakumar is set to take oath as chief minister on June 3, following Siddaramaiah’s resignation from the post. ADR’s figures show Shivakumar’s immovable assets at Rs 1,140 crore and movable assets at Rs 273 crore. The affidavit also lists liabilities of Rs 265 crore.

Southwest monsoon may reach Kerala in 3–4 days: Chennai Met
Environment

Southwest monsoon may reach Kerala in 3–4 days: Chennai Met

The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC), Chennai, on Saturday said the southwest monsoon is likely to set in over Kerala in the next three to four days. In its bulletin, the RMC noted an atmospheric circulation over the southeast Arabian Sea and adjoining south Kerala, between about 3.1 km and 5.8 km above sea level. For May 31 and June 1, heavy rain with thunder and strong winds is likely at isolated places in Nilgiris, Coimbatore, Tiruppur, Dindigul, Theni, Karur, Tiruchi, Namakkal, Erode, Salem, Dharmapuri, Krishnagiri, Tirupathur, Vellore, Ranipet, Tiruvannamalai and Villupuram. Puducherry may also receive heavy rain with thunder on May 31.

Iran claims it shot down US drone, tightens controls in Strait of Hormuz
Politics

Iran claims it shot down US drone, tightens controls in Strait of Hormuz

Iran has claimed it shot down a US unmanned aerial vehicle after it allegedly entered Iranian airspace. The announcement was made in Tehran, alongside a warning of stricter controls in the Strait of Hormuz. According to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, its air defence units destroyed a US MQ-1 drone early on Saturday. Iran said the drone was detected while attempting to engage in what it described as an attack-related operation and was brought down using missiles, as reported by the Tasnim news agency.

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