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New WhatsApp web limits rolled out to curb cybercrime, users report issues
Technology

New WhatsApp web limits rolled out to curb cybercrime, users report issues

New restrictions have been introduced on the use of messaging apps such as WhatsApp, Telegram and Signal, as authorities move to curb their misuse by cybercriminals. The changes include a SIM-linked usage rule and automatic logouts on computer-based versions. Officials say cyber fraud has been rising, with people losing large sums to online scams. In 2025 alone, losses of Rs 644 crore were reported from frauds such as so-called “digital arrest” scams.

ED freezes Anil Ambani assets worth Rs 581.65 crore across 13 states
Crime

ED freezes Anil Ambani assets worth Rs 581.65 crore across 13 states

Chennai: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has frozen assets worth Rs 581.65 crore belonging to industrialist Anil Ambani across 13 states, including Tamil Nadu, in connection with an alleged money-laundering case. The action follows a case registered by the CBI, which has accused Ambani of borrowing large sums from multiple banks and committing fraud. Based on the CBI case, the ED also registered a case and is continuing its investigation. Officials said the latest freezing covers properties located in states such as Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka and Punjab, among others.

TN Home Secretary says crime has fallen; warns against misinformation
Politics

TN Home Secretary says crime has fallen; warns against misinformation

Tamil Nadu Home Secretary Dheeraj Kumar on Wednesday said the state has seen a decline in crime over the past five years, and urged the public not to be misled by what he described as misinformation being circulated about law and order. Speaking at the Secretariat in Chennai along with Acting DGP Venkataraman, Additional DGP (Law and Order) Maheshwar Dayal and Chennai Police Commissioner Arun, he cited official figures showing murders falling from 1,597 in 2021 to 1,490 in 2024 and 1,461 in 2025. He also said reported sexual assault cases reduced from 422 in 2021 to 401 last year.

US opens probe into India over alleged unfair trade practices
Business

US opens probe into India over alleged unfair trade practices

The United States has begun an investigation into the trade policies and industrial practices of India and 15 other countries, alleging “unfair trade practices” driven by production far exceeding demand. The move follows last year’s “reciprocal tariffs” imposed by President Donald Trump on imports from several countries, including India, using the 1977 International Emergency Economic Powers Act. However, the US Supreme Court last month ruled those reciprocal tariffs invalid and struck them down.

Opposition leader not above the House, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla says
Politics

Opposition leader not above the House, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla says

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Wednesday delivered a sharp message in the House a day after an opposition-backed no-confidence motion against him was defeated by voice vote. Presiding over the sitting, Birla said the Leader of the Opposition is “not above the House” and that no one can claim the freedom to speak without following established procedures. He stressed that the Lok Sabha functions strictly under its rules, and even the Prime Minister or Union ministers must give notice under the rules before speaking.

R.N. Ravi sworn in as West Bengal’s 22nd Governor
Politics

R.N. Ravi sworn in as West Bengal’s 22nd Governor

Former Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi on Wednesday assumed office as the 22nd Governor of West Bengal. The state is currently governed by the Trinamool Congress under Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. Ravi’s appointment comes after the sudden resignation of outgoing Governor Ananda Bose on March 5, which was accepted by President Droupadi Murmu. Ravi had formally bid farewell in Tamil Nadu a day earlier before travelling to West Bengal to take charge.

EC makes app entry mandatory for seized cash during polls
Politics

EC makes app entry mandatory for seized cash during polls

The Election Commission has instructed election enforcement teams to mandatorily record details of cash and items seized without proper documents in the ESMS mobile application during the Assembly election period. To monitor the Model Code of Conduct, flying squads, static surveillance teams and video surveillance units have been formed in Assembly constituencies. These teams include officials from revenue and other government departments, along with police personnel. Under the enforcement rules, cash or goods worth more than Rs 50,000 being transported without valid documentation can be seized. The Commission has now directed that such seizure details be entered into the ESMS app immediately.

Centre warns against indirect ads for obesity prescription drugs
Health

Centre warns against indirect ads for obesity prescription drugs

New Delhi: The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (DCGI) has issued a warning to pharmaceutical companies against indirect advertising of prescription-only medicines used for obesity and related conditions. According to the regulator, some firms have been promoting drugs meant to be taken only on a doctor’s advice—such as medicines for obesity, high fat levels and metabolic issues—under the guise of public awareness campaigns. Complaints on such promotions were received by the DCGI.

PM Modi speaks to Iran President, expresses concern over violence
Politics

PM Modi speaks to Iran President, expresses concern over violence

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephone conversation with Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian amid heightened war-related tensions in the Middle East. According to the Prime Minister, he conveyed deep concern over the escalation of violence in Iran, the loss of civilian lives and damage to infrastructure. Modi also stressed the need to ensure the safety of Indians abroad and called for uninterrupted movement of goods and energy supplies. He said the crisis should not be addressed through war, and urged that solutions be pursued through dialogue and diplomatic efforts.

CB-CID reclassifies Manamadurai youth death as murder case
Crime

CB-CID reclassifies Manamadurai youth death as murder case

The Tamil Nadu government informed the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court that the CB-CID has reclassified the case related to the death of Akash Delison (26) of Manamadurai, Sivaganga district, as a murder case. The agency has also invoked provisions of the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, the government side said. The development came during the hearing of a petition filed by Rajesh Kannan, Akash Delison’s father, seeking a CB-CID probe and compensation of Rs 50 lakh. The petitioner alleged that his son sustained a fracture and injuries due to police assault and later died on March 8 after being treated at Sivaganga Government Hospital and then shifted to Madurai Government Hospital.

Supreme Court questions Railways on insurance only for online tickets
General

Supreme Court questions Railways on insurance only for online tickets

The Supreme Court has questioned the Railways for offering low-cost accident insurance only to passengers who book train tickets online, calling the practice discriminatory. The court said the benefit must also be available to those who purchase tickets at station counters. The observations came while hearing an appeal filed by Radha Yadav, who argued that lakhs of passengers buying counter tickets are denied the insurance option that online passengers receive. The petition sought directions to remove this disparity.

NDA allies to protest on March 17 over sexual violence, says Palaniswami
Politics

NDA allies to protest on March 17 over sexual violence, says Palaniswami

Chennai: AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami has announced that parties in the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), led by the AIADMK in Tamil Nadu, will hold protests on March 17 in district headquarters. In a statement, Palaniswami alleged that since the DMK came to power, law and order in the state has deteriorated and that crimes such as murder, robbery, sexual assault, attacks on elderly people living alone and chain-snatching have increased.

124 social media accounts promoting gambling apps removed in Telangana
Crime

124 social media accounts promoting gambling apps removed in Telangana

Hyderabad: A total of 124 social media accounts that promoted online gambling and real-money gaming apps have been removed in Telangana. Online gambling and betting-based games are banned in the state, and both using such apps and advertising them are punishable offences. Officials said the action follows monitoring of promotional content shared online. Over the past month, the identified accounts had posted more than 500 advertisements linked to online gambling. The posts carried enticing claims such as earning money from home, assured income, bonuses and referral commissions.

Report flags crore-level bribe transfers via Sabarimala workers’ banks
Crime

Report flags crore-level bribe transfers via Sabarimala workers’ banks

A report submitted to the Kerala High Court has alleged that priests and daily-wage workers at the Sabarimala Ayyappa temple transferred money worth crores—said to be earned through bribes and irregularities—through their bank accounts during the 2025–26 Mandala–Makaravilakku season. The report notes that Sabarimala, in Pathanamthitta district, has branches of Dhanalakshmi Bank and State Bank of India, where temple staff maintain accounts. Following a gold theft incident at the temple, multiple alleged irregularities at Sabarimala have been taken up for scrutiny.

Supreme Court issues notice to Centre on Digital Data Protection Act
Politics

Supreme Court issues notice to Centre on Digital Data Protection Act

The Supreme Court has issued notice to the Union government in a batch of petitions challenging the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, with petitioners alleging that the law could undermine citizens’ privacy. The petitions, filed by journalist Geeta Seshu and others including social activists and public interest groups, came up before a bench headed by Chief Justice Suryakant. Senior advocate Indira Jaising, appearing for the petitioners, argued that the law dilutes the fundamental right to privacy and also weakens the effectiveness of the Right to Information framework.

Iran allows Indian oil ships through Strait of Hormuz after talks
Politics

Iran allows Indian oil ships through Strait of Hormuz after talks

Iran has permitted Indian oil and LNG tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical maritime route for Gulf energy supplies, after diplomatic engagement by the Indian government. The development came after External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held immediate talks with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi amid fears of fuel shortages triggered by disruptions in West Asia. According to the report, the region has been under heightened conflict for a second week, with the Strait of Hormuz previously closed, stalling oil tanker movement and reducing crude supplies to several countries. The resulting strain has led to shortages of petroleum products, including cooking gas, petrol and diesel, with signs of disruption also reported in India.

UN Security Council condemns Iran attacks on Gulf states, passes resolution
Politics

UN Security Council condemns Iran attacks on Gulf states, passes resolution

Resolution adopted at the UN The UN Security Council has passed a special resolution condemning Iran’s ongoing attacks on Gulf countries and calling for an immediate halt. The move was taken at the UN headquarters in New York. Attacks reported across Gulf region According to the report, Iran has been carrying out strikes in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman and Qatar, describing them as retaliation against the US and Israel. In Dubai, banks and economic zones were cited as key targets.

Vijay questions women’s safety in Tamil Nadu, targets Stalin govt
Politics

Vijay questions women’s safety in Tamil Nadu, targets Stalin govt

TVK leader and actor Vijay has questioned the state of safety for women and girl children in Tamil Nadu, accusing Chief Minister M.K. Stalin of focusing on protecting his political alliance rather than public security. In a statement, Vijay referred to the reported rape and murder of a 17-year-old girl in Vilathikulam in Thoothukudi district, saying the incident had shocked the public and triggered protests by the victim’s family and local residents.

Gold price drops Rs 1,200 per sovereign in Chennai
Business

Gold price drops Rs 1,200 per sovereign in Chennai

Chennai saw a sharp fall in gold rates on Wednesday (March 12), with 22-carat jewellery gold dropping by Rs 1,200 per sovereign to Rs 1,19,760. The per-gram price declined by Rs 150 to Rs 14,970. The price movement comes amid fluctuations linked to international trends. In Tamil Nadu, on March 9, gold was sold at Rs 14,950 per gram and Rs 1,19,600 per sovereign, while silver was priced at Rs 290 per gram.

Indian sailor killed as suicide boat hits US-owned tanker off Iraq
General

Indian sailor killed as suicide boat hits US-owned tanker off Iraq

A US-owned crude oil tanker was attacked near Iraq’s Khor Al Zubair port, resulting in the death of an Indian national serving as a crew member, according to reports. The tanker, identified as Sabasya Vishnu, was targeted by an Iranian suicide boat. Authorities said 27 other people were rescued safely after the incident. Following the attack, calls have been raised for firm steps to ensure the safety of Indian seafarers working in the region.

Iran allows Indian ships through Strait of Hormuz amid war tensions
Politics

Iran allows Indian ships through Strait of Hormuz amid war tensions

Iran has permitted Indian ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, even as tensions rise due to the escalating conflict involving the US, Israel and Iran. Sources said the clearance followed sustained engagement by External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar with his Iranian counterpart. The Strait of Hormuz is a key maritime route through which around 20% of global crude oil trade moves. Iran had earlier restricted movement through the strait as pressure mounted in the conflict, leaving several countries’ vessels, including Indian ships, held up in the Gulf region and triggering concerns over oil and gas availability.

Stalin vows to spread development across all Tamil Nadu districts
Politics

Stalin vows to spread development across all Tamil Nadu districts

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Wednesday said his government is committed to spreading development across the state and ensuring progress for people from all sections. In a statement, he said the state has created two TIDEL Parks and 16 Neo TIDEL Parks under the “Dravidian model”. He credited former Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi’s vision for establishing TIDEL Parks to strengthen Tamil Nadu’s position in the IT sector. Stalin also drew a contrast with the previous AIADMK government, stating that during its final phase in 2016–2021, only one TIDEL Park was laid with a foundation stone.

Rajendra Arlekar sworn in as Tamil Nadu acting Governor; CM Stalin attends
Politics

Rajendra Arlekar sworn in as Tamil Nadu acting Governor; CM Stalin attends

Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar was sworn in on Wednesday as the acting Governor of Tamil Nadu at Raj Bhavan in Chennai. The oath of office was administered by Madras High Court Chief Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari. Arlekar, who is serving as the Governor of Kerala, was given additional charge of Tamil Nadu following the transfer of former Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi to West Bengal. Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, Chief Secretary Muruganandam and other officials were present at the ceremony. Stalin welcomed Arlekar with a bouquet.

Petrol bunk association says TN, Puducherry have 21-day fuel stock
Business

Petrol bunk association says TN, Puducherry have 21-day fuel stock

The Petrol Bunk Owners’ Association has said there is no shortage of petrol or diesel in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, and that stocks are sufficient for about 21 days. State president Murali appealed to the public not to panic. He said diesel should be bought in cans only for essential needs such as generators and emergencies. Hoarding fuel out of fear, he warned, could create an artificial shortage and unnecessary queues.

No need to fear fuel shortage, says CM Stalin
Politics

No need to fear fuel shortage, says CM Stalin

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Wednesday said the public need not fear a fuel shortage, as the Union government has indicated that sufficient fuel stocks are available. In a statement, Stalin said the ongoing war-like situation in West Asia has created pressures that require close monitoring. He noted that he held a high-level review meeting two days ago to assess preparedness. Stalin said he has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and concerned Union ministers regarding the supply of LPG cylinders and the distribution of petrol and diesel. He also said a meeting to discuss steps to handle any LPG shortage was held on Tuesday under Food and Civil Supplies Minister R. Sakkarapani.

India-bound crude tanker reaches Mumbai via Strait of Hormuz
Business

India-bound crude tanker reaches Mumbai via Strait of Hormuz

A Liberia-flagged crude oil tanker carrying 135,335 metric tonnes of oil reached Mumbai via the Strait of Hormuz, according to reports. It is described as the first India-bound vessel to take the route after attacks on Iran began. The report said Iran had closed the Strait of Hormuz following strikes by Israeli and US forces, triggering a rise in global crude prices and raising concerns of fuel shortages in several countries.

Jaishankar held three talks with Iran, says External Affairs Ministry
Politics

Jaishankar held three talks with Iran, says External Affairs Ministry

New Delhi: The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Wednesday said External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has held three telephone conversations with Iran’s foreign minister in recent days. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal told reporters in Delhi that the latest discussion focused on the security of ships and issues linked to India’s energy requirements. He added that he could not share further details. The spokesperson said Indian authorities are assisting students seeking to return to India via Armenia and Azerbaijan. Indian missions in Gulf countries are also in touch with Indian nationals living there.

Madras High Court stays Ramadoss suit against Anbumani
Politics

Madras High Court stays Ramadoss suit against Anbumani

The Madras High Court has granted an interim stay on the proceedings of a civil suit filed by PMK founder S. Ramadoss against PMK leader Anbumani Ramadoss. Ramadoss had moved the Chennai civil court seeking to restrain Anbumani from using the PMK party symbol and flag. In response, Anbumani’s side filed a petition requesting the court to dismiss Ramadoss’ plea. When the matter came up earlier, Ramadoss argued that the party’s recognition was cancelled due to Anbumani’s poor functioning and claimed that Anbumani was not even a party member now. The civil court had directed both sides to present their arguments and adjourned the hearing to March 13.

Tamil Nadu: List of sexual assault incidents reported over the last 5 years
Crime

Tamil Nadu: List of sexual assault incidents reported over the last 5 years

Reports indicate that sexual assault incidents are being reported with worrying regularity across Tamil Nadu, with cases emerging from multiple districts. The source article says such incidents have become a recurring concern and compiles a list of cases from the last five years. Among the incidents mentioned is a case involving a minor from Madurai who was allegedly abducted to Hosur and sexually assaulted. The article presents the list as a snapshot of the scale of the problem over the period, noting that cases have been reported across districts.

When Karunanidhi Spoke to Media, an Aide Got Cornered
Politics

When Karunanidhi Spoke to Media, an Aide Got Cornered

Media and politicians depend on each other, especially in the era of round-the-clock news. The writer notes that many North Indian leaders are generally accessible to journalists, unlike several in Tamil Nadu who are harder to reach. As an example, the late Congress veteran and former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Arjun Singh is described as unusually open with reporters. He would switch on his tape recorder before meetings, leaving little room for “off the record” conversations, and reportedly archived recordings by date at his home.

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