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Tharoor praises Modi’s Trump meeting, irking Congress leadership
Politics

Tharoor praises Modi’s Trump meeting, irking Congress leadership

Washington: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s meeting with US President Donald Trump has sparked a political row, with the Congress criticising the engagement while senior party leader Shashi Tharoor struck a contrasting note. Modi met Trump on the sidelines of the G7-related engagements in France. Congress questioned why the Prime Minister did not press Trump to apologise over an incident in the Gulf of Oman in which Indian sailors were killed by US forces.

Omarzai, Shahidi hit fifties as Afghanistan recover in Chennai ODI
Sports

Omarzai, Shahidi hit fifties as Afghanistan recover in Chennai ODI

Afghanistan recovered from an early collapse against India in the third and final ODI at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Friday. After winning the toss, Afghanistan chose to bat first but struggled against the Indian pace attack. Prasidh Krishna struck early, removing Rahmanullah Gurbaz (5), Ibrahim (11), Rahmat Shah (5) and Rasooli (1). The visitors were reduced to 36 for 4, putting them under pressure in the opening phase of the innings.

PM Modi says Northeast is now India’s ‘gateway to progress’
Politics

PM Modi says Northeast is now India’s ‘gateway to progress’

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said Northeast India, once seen as a symbol of backwardness during the Congress era, has now emerged as a “gateway to progress”. He made the remarks at a welfare programme launch event in Mayurbhanj, Odisha. President Droupadi Murmu attended the programme along with the Prime Minister. Modi said it was a matter of pride that “Odisha’s daughter” is guiding the nation from the country’s highest constitutional post, adding that she has strengthened the identity of both Mayurbhanj and Odisha.

Hindus hold torchlight march in Dhaka over insult to Ram image
General

Hindus hold torchlight march in Dhaka over insult to Ram image

Dhaka witnessed a torchlight procession by members of the Hindu community protesting an incident in which an image of Lord Ram was allegedly insulted. The protest comes amid tensions over a plan to build what is described as the country’s largest Lord Ram statue. Temple authorities linked to the Sri Radha Govinda temple said they have been receiving threats from Muslim organisations opposing the project, and the statue’s construction has been temporarily halted.

Stalin says halting ‘Naan Mudhalvan’ will stunt youth development
Politics

Stalin says halting ‘Naan Mudhalvan’ will stunt youth development

Chennai: DMK leader M.K. Stalin has said that halting the state’s “Naan Mudhalvan” programme would amount to blocking the development of young people in Tamil Nadu. In a statement, Stalin alleged that the programme’s social media pages could be renamed and past posts deleted, but insisted that its achievements and the gratitude it generated cannot be removed from people’s minds. He said the scheme had helped fulfil the dreams of many youngsters, and that its impact has been deeply etched in their hearts.

AIADMK’s questions on Assembly live telecast are ‘funny’: Sengottaiyan
Politics

AIADMK’s questions on Assembly live telecast are ‘funny’: Sengottaiyan

Chennai: Minister Sengottaiyan on Saturday said it was “funny” that the AIADMK was raising questions about the live telecast of the Tamil Nadu Assembly. Referring to the previous regime, he alleged that the live broadcast used to carry only the Chief Minister’s speech and not the speeches of other members. He said that while minor shortcomings could exist now, the government would ensure the telecast is handled without discrimination. In the same interaction, Sengottaiyan praised Chief Minister Vijay for what he described as clear thinking and long-term planning. He claimed that several people, including from the AIADMK, were joining TVK, and said this reflected dissatisfaction with how the party was being led.

Alleged short-weight ration rice bags may cost TN Rs 300 crore a year
General

Alleged short-weight ration rice bags may cost TN Rs 300 crore a year

Chennai: Complaints have surfaced alleging that rice sacks dispatched to ration shops in Tamil Nadu are being sent with reduced weight, potentially leading to a large-scale financial irregularity. Tamil Nadu supplies free rice to about 2.25 crore ration card holders, requiring around 3.63 lakh tonnes per month. Of this, the Centre supplies 2.05 lakh tonnes free and 92,000 tonnes at Rs 8.30 per kg, while the remaining quantity is procured by the state at Rs 22.50 per kg.

Green Tribunal asks TN if Karunanidhi pen memorial plan is dropped
Environment

Green Tribunal asks TN if Karunanidhi pen memorial plan is dropped

Chennai: The Southern Bench of the National Green Tribunal (NGT) has asked the Tamil Nadu government to state whether it intends to continue or abandon the proposed pen-shaped memorial for former Chief Minister M Karunanidhi. The project, announced earlier, envisages a 30-metre-tall pen monument with a 3-metre diameter, to be built over an area of about 8,000 sq metres at an estimated cost of Rs 80 crore. It also proposed a bridge from Marina Beach, extending about 290 metres on land and 360 metres into the sea.

DMK likens Governor’s speech to Atlee films; Minister hits back in House
Politics

DMK likens Governor’s speech to Atlee films; Minister hits back in House

Chennai: A sharp exchange unfolded in the Tamil Nadu Assembly during the debate on the Governor’s address, after DMK MLA Sivasankar compared the speech to filmmaker Atlee’s style of stitching together popular scenes to deliver a hit. Sivasankar alleged that the address repackaged “good schemes” from the previous regime in a new form, and said the Opposition was being told not to criticise the government. Citing DMK leader M.K. Stalin’s earlier remark about needing six months to frame and implement new schemes, he argued that people’s problems cannot wait for such a timeline.

3,000 Odisha households get zero power bills after switching to solar
Environment

3,000 Odisha households get zero power bills after switching to solar

Nearly 3,000 households in Odisha have reported zero electricity bills for the past month after shifting to rooftop solar power, according to residents and officials. The change has been driven by the Centre’s PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, which supports home solar installations through subsidies. Under the scheme, the Union government provides subsidies of up to Rs 30,000 for a 2 kW system and up to Rs 78,000 for systems of 3 kW and above. The programme aims to expand rooftop solar adoption and reduce household power expenses.

ThaVeKa district secretaries press leadership for minister posts
Politics

ThaVeKa district secretaries press leadership for minister posts

District secretaries of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (ThaVeKa), many of whom worked with Vijay from the days of the Vijay Makkal Iyakkam, are reportedly pressing the party leadership to allot them ministerial posts. The demand has created anxiety within the ruling camp, with sitting ministers said to be uneasy. ThaVeKa leads the coalition government in Tamil Nadu under Chief Minister Vijay. The current cabinet includes 30 ministers from ThaVeKa, while coalition partners have ministerial representation as well—two from the Congress and one each from the VCK and IUML.

Indian youth will lead global growth, says PM Modi
Politics

Indian youth will lead global growth, says PM Modi

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday expressed confidence that in the coming years, India’s youth will take the lead in global development, innovation and entrepreneurship. He was speaking at an event at Vigyan Bhavan in Delhi, where he released the first instalment of ₹2,400 crore as incentives for 15 lakh employees under the ‘Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana’, a programme launched last year to boost employment. Modi said he had returned only hours earlier from visits to France and Slovakia, and had met leaders of developed nations at the G7. He noted that countries are increasingly discussing and recognising the capabilities and energy of Indian youth.

Iran’s Mojtaba Khamenei says Trump pressured to clinch ceasefire deal
Politics

Iran’s Mojtaba Khamenei says Trump pressured to clinch ceasefire deal

Tehran: Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has criticised US President Donald Trump, saying he used every form of pressure to reach a ceasefire agreement. According to the report, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in a February 28 attack carried out jointly by US and Israeli forces. Mojtaba Khamenei later assumed the role of Supreme Leader. The new leader has not appeared in public so far. The peace agreement with the United States was signed electronically from Tehran by Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian.

Uddhav Thackeray says he is ready to step down as Shiv Sena chief
Politics

Uddhav Thackeray says he is ready to step down as Shiv Sena chief

Uddhav Thackeray has said he is prepared to step down as Shiv Sena party president amid continuing turmoil and a split within the party. The statement comes after six MPs from Thackeray’s Shiv Sena faction joined the BJP. He was reportedly shaken when the MPs ignored a call for a parliamentary party meeting. Speaking emotionally to party workers at an event in Mumbai, Thackeray said Shiv Sena cadres were not demoralised but energised. He added that if supporters no longer had trust and loyalty towards him, he was ready to relinquish the post.

TN Finance Minister explains why white paper was released early
Politics

TN Finance Minister explains why white paper was released early

Chennai: Finance Minister Mariyavilson told the Tamil Nadu Assembly that the government released its white paper on the state’s finances before the first sitting of the House, as promised by Chief Minister Vijay. During the debate, AIADMK MLA Sampathkumar alleged that the white paper was issued in violation of Assembly convention, arguing it should have been presented in the House after the Assembly schedule was announced. He questioned the need for an “urgent” release.

Trump says he admires Modi and Xi, declines to name weak leaders
Politics

Trump says he admires Modi and Xi, declines to name weak leaders

Washington: US President Donald Trump has said Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping are among the world leaders he admires. Speaking to the media after returning to the United States from the G7 summit held in France, Trump identified Modi and Xi as leaders he holds in high regard. He declined to name any leader he considers “weak,” but described Xi Jinping as highly professional and Modi as a firm, decisive leader.

Fraud case filed against DMK MP Kalanidhi Veerasamy’s son Siddharth
Crime

Fraud case filed against DMK MP Kalanidhi Veerasamy’s son Siddharth

Chennai Police have registered a case of alleged land fraud against Siddharth, son of North Chennai DMK MP Kalanidhi Veerasamy, along with three others. The case has been filed based on a complaint submitted in 2024. According to the complaint, Anbukkarasu from Karur alleged that he was cheated in a deal involving 14 grounds of land. He claimed the accused obtained a power document in his name but did not pay the promised money.

Govt prosecutors resign; Kodanad murder-robbery case adjourned
Crime

Govt prosecutors resign; Kodanad murder-robbery case adjourned

The trial in the Kodanad estate murder and robbery case was adjourned to July 17, as ordered by Sessions Judge Muralidharan at the Ooty sessions court. The case relates to the killing of a security guard and a robbery at the Kodanad estate in Kotagiri, Nilgiris district. The matter came up for hearing on Friday. Accused Valaiyar Manoj, Deepu, Santhosh Sami and Satheesan appeared before the court. Officials from the CB-CID also attended the proceedings.

Paramakudi RTO inspector booked over Rs 5 lakh bribe via GPay
Crime

Paramakudi RTO inspector booked over Rs 5 lakh bribe via GPay

Vigilance and Anti-Corruption police conducted a surprise inspection at the Paramakudi Regional Transport Office (RTO) in Ramanathapuram district, leading to allegations that a vehicle inspector received bribe money through GPay. According to officials, the RTO operates on the Paramakudi–Mudukulathur road, while certain work is being carried out at the ITI campus due to lack of space for audits at the main office. The inspection was carried out around 3 pm under the leadership of DSP Ramachandran.

Walking on sidewalks is a fundamental right, Supreme Court says
General

Walking on sidewalks is a fundamental right, Supreme Court says

The Supreme Court has held that walking on sidewalks is a fundamental right under the Constitution, and said pedestrians must be given priority over vehicular traffic on roads. The ruling came while hearing a case in which a five-year-old boy, returning from school, died after being hit by a lorry. The court noted that the absence of a sidewalk or a designated pedestrian crossing at the accident spot was a key factor behind the child’s death.

TN cancels 46 temple-funded projects worth Rs 246 crore after HC order
Politics

TN cancels 46 temple-funded projects worth Rs 246 crore after HC order

Chennai: The Tamil Nadu government has cancelled administrative approvals for 46 construction projects that were to be carried out using temple funds, following a High Court order. The projects—marriage halls and commercial complexes across multiple temples—were estimated at about Rs 246 crore. According to the report, during the earlier DMK regime, the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments (HR&CE) Department had announced plans to build marriage halls and commercial complexes, and had used temple funds for such initiatives. A fresh announcement had also been made in the Assembly to build facilities at 27 temples, including in Dindigul, Theni and Palani.

USA beat Australia 2-0 to seal World Cup knockout berth
Sports

USA beat Australia 2-0 to seal World Cup knockout berth

Seattle: USA march into the knockouts Hosts United States produced a commanding display to defeat Australia 2-0 in a Group D league match of the FIFA World Cup at Seattle, sealing qualification to the knockout stage. The USA, co-hosting the tournament along with Mexico and Canada, were without star attacker Christian Pulisic due to injury. Even so, the home side began on the front foot and kept Australia under pressure from the opening minutes.

Railways to raise fine for ticketless travel to Rs 500 from July 1
General

Railways to raise fine for ticketless travel to Rs 500 from July 1

Indian Railways will increase the fine for passengers travelling without a valid ticket on trains, raising it from Rs 250 to Rs 500 from July 1, according to officials. Railway authorities said the penalty is collected along with the applicable ticket fare when a passenger is found travelling without proper authorisation. The move comes as passenger services remain heavily used nationwide, with more than 2.5 crore people travelling daily across about 13,000 passenger trains.

Chhattisgarh makes Gayatri Mantra mandatory in school assemblies
Education

Chhattisgarh makes Gayatri Mantra mandatory in school assemblies

Raipur: The Chhattisgarh government has introduced a mandatory daily prayer routine in all schools run under the state Education Department, requiring the Gayatri Mantra and other Hindu prayers to be recited during school worship gatherings. The new practice came into effect from Thursday, the day schools reopened for the new academic year in the state, which is governed by the BJP under Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai. According to a circular issued on June 12 to all district education officers, schools must follow three compulsory routines at different times of the day. The morning assembly should include the national anthem, Deep Mantra, Saraswati Vandana, Guru Mantra, and a reading from the life stories of notable personalities.

Parandur airport halt may cloud approvals for Hosur, Rameswaram projects
Politics

Parandur airport halt may cloud approvals for Hosur, Rameswaram projects

Industry department officials in Tamil Nadu have expressed concern that if the proposed second airport at Parandur near Chennai is abandoned, it could cast doubt on future central approvals for new airports planned at Hosur and near Rameswaram. The Parandur project was conceived to ease congestion at Chennai’s Meenambakkam airport, which is facing crowding in passenger and cargo handling. The plan requires about 5,320 acres around Parandur in Kancheepuram district, with the project cost estimated at Rs 29,150 crore.

New solar, wind plants in TN idle as grid approvals delayed
Business

New solar, wind plants in TN idle as grid approvals delayed

Chennai: Several newly built solar and wind power projects in Tamil Nadu remain idle despite being ready for generation, as the power utility has not granted approvals to connect them to substations for months, investors allege. Private firms have been setting up renewable energy plants across the state with significant investment. The Centre recently mandated the use of domestically manufactured solar cells and panels from June 1, while offering exemptions for projects that had already begun work, prompting many developers to speed up completion.

TN Assembly unanimously passes resolution against Mekedatu dam
Politics

TN Assembly unanimously passes resolution against Mekedatu dam

The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly on Thursday unanimously passed a resolution opposing Karnataka’s proposed Mekedatu dam across the Cauvery river. The resolution was moved by Chief Minister Vijay. Members from across parties spoke in support of the motion during the discussion. Leader of the Opposition Udhayanidhi also expressed full support for the resolution, as the House came together in a rare show of unanimity on the Cauvery issue. The development drew attention online, with clips from the Assembly proceedings circulating widely.

Netherlands vs Sweden: Match Analysis with a Football Expert
Sports

Netherlands vs Sweden: Match Analysis with a Football Expert

A sports video from Dinamalar presents a match analysis of the Netherlands vs Sweden football game, featuring insights from a football expert. The segment focuses on reviewing the match and offering an expert perspective on how the game unfolded. The video was published on June 19, 2026, under the sports section. No additional match details or statistics were provided in the available source text.

Premalatha urges full live telecast of Tamil Nadu Assembly proceedings
Politics

Premalatha urges full live telecast of Tamil Nadu Assembly proceedings

MLA Premalatha Vijayakanth has urged that Tamil Nadu Assembly proceedings be live-streamed in full. Speaking on the functioning of the House, she said MLAs often spend time praising their leaders, and argued that the Assembly is not the appropriate place for such remarks. Her comments come amid renewed discussion on transparency and public access to legislative debates. The statement was reported in a Dinamalar TV political video dated June 19, 2026.

Girl children are ‘Mahalakshmi’ of the home: Dinamalar short
General

Girl children are ‘Mahalakshmi’ of the home: Dinamalar short

A short video shared by Dinamalar under its spiritual content section conveys a devotional message about the importance of girl children in a family. The clip’s central theme is that girl children are regarded as “Mahalakshmi” of the home, reflecting a traditional belief that they bring prosperity and blessings. The video is presented in a brief, reel-style format as part of Dinamalar’s shorts collection. No further details or additional context were provided in the available source text.

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