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UPSC success is no ordinary feat, says CM Stalin at Chennai event
Education

UPSC success is no ordinary feat, says CM Stalin at Chennai event

Chennai Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Tuesday congratulated candidates who cleared the UPSC Civil Services Examination, describing their achievement as far from ordinary. Speaking at a felicitation event for successful candidates in Chennai, he said the UPSC is among the toughest examinations in the world. Stalin noted that in previous years, the number of successful candidates from Tamil Nadu had been declining. After the formation of the “Dravidian model” government, he said steps were taken to address the trend, and that the results are now visible.

Supreme Court permits passive euthanasia for man in 13-year coma
Health

Supreme Court permits passive euthanasia for man in 13-year coma

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on March 11 permitted passive euthanasia for Harish Rana (32) of Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, who has been in a coma for 13 years. Rana slipped and fell from the fourth floor of a hostel in Chandigarh in 2013 while he was a college student. He suffered a severe head injury and has remained bedridden and unconscious since then. Despite treatment at multiple hospitals, there has been no improvement. An AIIMS medical report has stated that there is no chance of recovery.

Sensex tumbles 912 points as oil surge, West Asia tensions hit markets
Business

Sensex tumbles 912 points as oil surge, West Asia tensions hit markets

Indian stock markets opened on a weak note on Tuesday and extended losses through the session, with benchmark indices sliding sharply. The BSE Sensex fell 912 points to trade at 77,174. On the 30-stock index, 23 constituents were trading in the red, reflecting broad-based selling. Market sentiment was weighed down by heightened war-related tensions in West Asian countries and a rapid rise in international crude oil prices. The sell-off eroded investor wealth by about Rs 6 lakh crore, according to the report.

PM Modi hails Centre’s move to rename Kerala as Keralam
Politics

PM Modi hails Centre’s move to rename Kerala as Keralam

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said the Centre’s decision to rename Kerala as “Keralam” marks a joyful moment for Malayali brothers and sisters. He made the remarks while addressing an event in Kochi. Modi said the change reflected the people’s wish and that the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance government had fulfilled it. He added that the state had now received what he called the “right name” for the place, and congratulated those involved in the effort.

North Korea tests cruise missile, warns US–South Korea over drills
Politics

North Korea tests cruise missile, warns US–South Korea over drills

North Korea has conducted a second missile test, describing it as a response to the ongoing joint military exercises by the United States and South Korea, according to the country’s state media. The report said a cruise missile was successfully launched on March 10 from a warship named Cho Hyon. The missile was claimed to have struck target islands off North Korea’s west coast with precision. State media added that leader Kim Jong Un observed the launch while seated in a room along with his 14-year-old daughter.

Ravi Shankar Prasad hits back at Rahul, defends PM on national interest
Politics

Ravi Shankar Prasad hits back at Rahul, defends PM on national interest

New Delhi: BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad on Tuesday strongly rebutted Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi’s remarks, saying allegations that Prime Minister Narendra Modi compromised on the nation’s interests were without any basis. Speaking during the Lok Sabha discussion on a motion seeking the removal of Speaker Om Birla, Prasad said the Prime Minister would “never compromise” for any reason. He urged parties not to misuse Parliament for personal political battles.

Iran drone blast near Dubai airport injures 4, including an Indian
General

Iran drone blast near Dubai airport injures 4, including an Indian

Iranian drones reportedly fell and exploded near Dubai International Airport on March 11, leaving four people injured, including an Indian national. The incident comes as the conflict involving Iran entered its 12th day, with Tehran said to have intensified attacks again in Gulf countries after a brief lull. Reports said Iran has been targeting US bases in Qatar, Iraq’s Kurdistan region, the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain. Authorities stated that air traffic at Dubai International Airport is operating normally and that no major damage was reported.

Iran ships nearly 12 million oil barrels to China via Hormuz in 12 days
Business

Iran ships nearly 12 million oil barrels to China via Hormuz in 12 days

Tehran has shipped nearly 12 million barrels of crude oil to China through the Strait of Hormuz in the 12 days since the conflict began on February 28, according to maritime tracking firms. As attacks involving the US and Israel against Iran intensify, Iran has continued fighting and has resumed targeting US military bases in Gulf countries, the report said. In the midst of the escalating situation, Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz, a key route used for transporting crude oil to large parts of the world.

Congress politicising war, says PM Modi at Ernakulam rally
Politics

Congress politicising war, says PM Modi at Ernakulam rally

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday accused the Congress of politicising a global crisis, referring to the ongoing situation in West Asia. He made the remarks while addressing a public meeting in Ernakulam, Kerala. Modi said the developments in West Asia have caused concern, noting that lakhs of Indians are working in the region. He asserted that whenever Indian citizens face difficulties abroad, the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance government uses “all its strength” to ensure their safety.

Iran’s new ruler safe and well, president’s son says
Politics

Iran’s new ruler safe and well, president’s son says

Iran’s new ruler and cleric, Mojtaba Khamenei, is safe and in good health, according to a statement shared by Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian’s son, Yousef Pezeshkian. The update comes amid ongoing attacks on Iran by US and Israeli forces. The report said Iran’s previous ruler Khamenei and his family were killed, and Israel had earlier warned it would target any newly chosen ruler. US media outlets had reported that Mojtaba Khamenei was seriously injured in a recent strike, while Iran had not issued an official response.

MDMK weighs contesting one seat on own symbol, others on DMK symbol
Politics

MDMK weighs contesting one seat on own symbol, others on DMK symbol

MDMK leaders, at an urgent high-level committee meeting in Chennai, pressed for contesting Assembly seats allotted by the DMK in the upcoming election. They also proposed that the party could contest one constituency using its own election symbol. The DMK has begun seat-sharing talks with its alliance partners, including the MDMK. The MDMK has been urging the DMK for more constituencies and has also sought permission to contest under its own symbol.

Cargo ship bound for India attacked near Hormuz Strait; 3 missing
General

Cargo ship bound for India attacked near Hormuz Strait; 3 missing

An attack was reported on a cargo ship heading to India near the Strait of Hormuz, with three crew members missing, according to the Thai Navy. The vessel, registered in Thailand, had departed from a port in the United Arab Emirates and was sailing towards Kandla port in Gujarat when the incident occurred near the Hormuz Strait. The Thai Navy said 20 people on board were rescued soon after the attack. However, three crew members could not be traced.

PM Modi launches Rs 5,650-crore projects in Tiruchirappalli
Politics

PM Modi launches Rs 5,650-crore projects in Tiruchirappalli

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday inaugurated and laid foundation stones for multiple development projects worth Rs 5,650 crore at an official event in Tiruchirappalli. Modi arrived in Tiruchirappalli around 4 pm from Kerala and received a ceremonial welcome at the airport. He then travelled by helicopter to Panchappur, where the government function was held. Among the key announcements, the Prime Minister laid the foundation stone for a Bharat Petroleum Corporation project to supply natural gas through pipelines in the Nilgiris and Erode districts, with an investment of Rs 3,680 crore. He also dedicated to the nation an IndianOil crude oil blending unit set up at Manali near Chennai at a cost of Rs 1,490 crore.

Vijay tells T.Ve.K candidates: ‘I left family life for full-time politics’
Politics

Vijay tells T.Ve.K candidates: ‘I left family life for full-time politics’

Chennai: Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (T.Ve.K) leader Vijay held consultations on Monday with 60 candidates shortlisted in the first phase to contest the upcoming Assembly election. The party had invited applications in February, though it has not disclosed how many forms were received and submitted. The first set of selections covers constituencies across districts including Chennai, Sivaganga and Tirunelveli. Addressing the candidates after the meeting, Vijay said politics would be his sole focus going forward. He stated that he had set aside family life and friendships to enter politics as a full-time commitment.

Iran says talks with US are off the table, foreign minister says
Politics

Iran says talks with US are off the table, foreign minister says

Tehran: Iran will not hold talks with the United States, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said, accusing Washington of making failed promises and engaging in military aggression. In an interview, Araghchi said Iran has had a “bad experience” with negotiations with the US and that there is no question or plan for talks going forward. He recalled that Iran held discussions with the US last year, but said Iran was attacked in June while negotiations were still underway.

Supreme Court warns trader over AI-drafted PIL, dismisses petition
Politics

Supreme Court warns trader over AI-drafted PIL, dismisses petition

The Supreme Court on Monday strongly cautioned a Ludhiana-based garment trader after finding that a public interest litigation (PIL) filed by him had been prepared with the help of multiple AI tools. The bench dismissed the petition, which related to the PM CARES fund. The matter came up before a bench led by Chief Justice Suryakant, along with Justices Jaymalya Bhakshi and R. Mahadevan. As the hearing began, the Chief Justice questioned the petitioner, Rajnish Sidhu, about his background and education after noticing the nature of the written submissions he was reading out.

Centre says 43 new medical colleges opened nationwide in 2025-26
Health

Centre says 43 new medical colleges opened nationwide in 2025-26

The Union government has informed the Rajya Sabha that 43 new medical colleges have been started across India in the 2025-26 academic year. In a written reply, Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare Anupriya Patel cited National Medical Commission (NMC) data, stating that approvals were granted in the same academic year for 11,682 MBBS seats and 8,967 postgraduate medical seats. The minister said the NMC invites online applications every year from medical colleges and institutions for establishing new colleges and for increasing undergraduate and postgraduate seats. Permissions or rejections are issued after inspections and evaluation as per prescribed rules and guidelines.

Union minister Giriraj Singh attacks Rahul Gandhi in sharp remarks
Politics

Union minister Giriraj Singh attacks Rahul Gandhi in sharp remarks

New Delhi: Union minister Giriraj Singh launched a sharp attack on Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi, using strong language to question his leadership and political approach. Singh said he had not seen a Leader of Opposition “without vision” like Rahul. He alleged that after demanding a vote against the Speaker, the opposition walked out of the House, and claimed this reflected a lack of seriousness. In the same remarks, Singh also targeted West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, alleging that she and Rahul behaved like “urban Naxals”. He accused the Trinamool Congress government of failing to address major issues affecting the state.

Dubai businessmen offer free shelter to stranded Indians amid war fears
General

Dubai businessmen offer free shelter to stranded Indians amid war fears

Indian travellers in Dubai have been left stranded as escalating regional tensions led to flight cancellations, disrupting return plans. Many were affected after hotel bookings ended, leaving them without a place to stay. In response, Dubai-based Indian businessman Yogesh Doshi, chairman of the Al Mizan Group, has converted a residential building with 64 apartments into a temporary shelter. The accommodation is being provided free of cost, along with food and other basic facilities.

Advisers urge Trump to chart exit from Iran war amid oil shock
Politics

Advisers urge Trump to chart exit from Iran war amid oil shock

U.S. President Donald Trump is facing growing pressure from his advisers to pull the country out of the war with Iran, as the conflict entered its 11th day, reports said from New York. The fighting has disrupted crude oil movement through the Strait of Hormuz, pushing up global oil prices and intensifying economic strain in the United States. Fuel prices, including petrol and diesel, have reportedly risen sharply. The prolonged conflict is also raising political concerns ahead of elections later this year for half of the U.S. Senate seats. Recent opinion polls indicate that a majority of Americans oppose the war, and support among Republican backers is said to be slipping, worrying party lawmakers.

Assam BJP govt credits Rs 9,000 each to 40 lakh women
Politics

Assam BJP govt credits Rs 9,000 each to 40 lakh women

Guwahati: The BJP-led Assam government has credited Rs 9,000 each to 40 lakh women through direct bank transfers. The assistance was provided under the state’s poverty alleviation programme, ‘Orunodoi’, which has been implemented since 2020. Under the scheme, one eligible woman in a family receives Rs 1,250 every month. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma had earlier said that beneficiaries would receive a combined payment covering four months from January, along with an additional amount to mark Assam’s New Year festival, Bohag Bihu.

ICC arranges alternate travel for South Africa, West Indies players
Sports

ICC arranges alternate travel for South Africa, West Indies players

Kolkata: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has made special arrangements to help South Africa and West Indies players return home after travel disruptions following the T20 World Cup in India. South Africa exited the tournament at the semi-final stage, while West Indies were knocked out in the Super-8 round. However, a sudden war situation led to the closure of Dubai airport, one of the world’s busiest hubs, leaving both squads unable to travel back as planned.

SC raps Bengal for questioning judges probing voter list complaints
Politics

SC raps Bengal for questioning judges probing voter list complaints

The Supreme Court has questioned the West Bengal government for filing pleas that cast doubt on the judicial officers appointed to examine complaints related to the voter list revision in the state. The matter arises from a special intensive revision of the electoral rolls in West Bengal, during which names of about 63 lakh people were removed. The Trinamool Congress-led state government, along with several residents, moved the Supreme Court challenging the exercise and related processes.

Jail up to 7 years for hoarding or illegal sale of LPG cylinders
General

Jail up to 7 years for hoarding or illegal sale of LPG cylinders

Chennai: A Petroleum Ministry official said cooking gas (LPG) cylinders have been brought under the Essential Services Maintenance Act (ESMA), paving the way for tougher action against hoarding and illegal sales. The official explained that after a customer books a cylinder, delivery will be made only after 21 days. After one booking, the next booking can be placed only after 25 days. He noted that some gas agencies can identify customers who have not purchased cylinders for several months. Such identities could be misused to place bookings in their name and divert cylinders to the black market at higher prices.

UCC only way to ensure equal rights for all women: CJI-led bench
Politics

UCC only way to ensure equal rights for all women: CJI-led bench

A Supreme Court bench led by Chief Justice Suryakant observed that implementing a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) would be the only effective way to ensure equal rights for all women across the country. The remarks came while hearing multiple petitions alleging that women’s inheritance rights are being violated under Muslim personal (Shariat) law. The matter was heard by the CJI along with Justices R. Mahadevan and Jaymalyya Bagchi. Senior advocate Prashant Bhushan, appearing for the petitioners, argued that even within the same religion there is discrimination in property rights, and that women are particularly denied equal inheritance. He maintained that inheritance is a civil right and not a religious ritual, and therefore Muslim women should receive rights equal to men.

Trump calls Iran war a “short pleasure trip”, warns over oil supply
Politics

Trump calls Iran war a “short pleasure trip”, warns over oil supply

Washington: US President Donald Trump described the ongoing war involving Iran as a “short pleasure trip” and said it would end soon. He also issued a warning that Iran would face grave consequences if it attempted to block crude oil supplies. The conflict, involving the US and Israel against Iran, has continued beyond expectations and has crossed 11 days. In recent strikes, Israel reportedly hit Iranian oil storage depots and refineries, causing heavy damage and fires.

Rijiju targets Rahul in Lok Sabha debate on no-confidence move
Politics

Rijiju targets Rahul in Lok Sabha debate on no-confidence move

Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Tuesday launched a sharp attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi during the Lok Sabha debate on a no-confidence motion moved by the INDIA bloc seeking the removal of Speaker Om Birla. The opposition alliance, including the Congress and the DMK, has alleged that the Speaker has been functioning in a one-sided manner and brought the motion demanding his removal. Speaking in the House, Rijiju said that anyone—whether the Prime Minister, the Leader of Opposition or any MP—must obtain the Speaker’s permission to speak. He claimed Rahul Gandhi did not follow this basic rule.

Devakottai VAO held for taking Rs 5,000 bribe for heir certificate
Crime

Devakottai VAO held for taking Rs 5,000 bribe for heir certificate

A Village Administrative Officer (VAO) working in the Thidakkottai group under Devakottai taluk in Sivaganga district was arrested for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 5,000 for an heir certificate. According to the complaint, Raja (42) of Thidakkottai had applied for an heir certificate at the Devakottai taluk office on February 26 after his father’s death. The VAO, identified as Sudhakar (46) from R.S. Mangalam in Ramanathapuram district, allegedly told him that the certificate would be recommended only if he paid Rs 5,000.

Rameswaram row over bus fares charged to women pilgrims from North India
General

Rameswaram row over bus fares charged to women pilgrims from North India

RAMESWARAM: A controversy has surfaced in Rameswaram over conductors allegedly collecting ticket fares from women pilgrims visiting from northern states on government town buses. Tamil Nadu operates the “Magalir Vidiyal Payanam” scheme, under which women can travel free on government town buses. Many pilgrims arriving at the Rameswaram bus stand use these buses to reach the Ramanathaswamy Temple. However, women devotees from northern states said they were issued tickets after paying fares. When questioned, conductors reportedly told them the free travel benefit applies only to women from Tamil Nadu.

Union Cabinet clears Madurai airport upgrade; TN to have 4 international airports
General

Union Cabinet clears Madurai airport upgrade; TN to have 4 international airports

The Union Cabinet has approved upgrading Madurai airport, which was operating as a customs airport, to an international airport. With this, Tamil Nadu will have four international airports under the Airports Authority of India (AAI). Passenger airports are broadly classified as domestic, international and customs airports. In Tamil Nadu, Chennai, Tiruchirappalli and Coimbatore are currently functioning as international airports, while Madurai had so far been in the customs category with limited overseas operations.

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