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Trump warns retaliation after drone strike on Qatar’s LPG plant
Politics

Trump warns retaliation after drone strike on Qatar’s LPG plant

Washington: Amid the continuing conflict in West Asia, U.S. President Donald Trump has warned that the United States will retaliate if Iran launches fresh attacks on Qatar. Qatar said a drone strike targeted the world’s largest LPG plant. Firefighting operations are ongoing, and authorities reported that two of three fire incidents at Ras Laffan have been brought under control. Qatar’s Interior Ministry said no injuries were recorded. In a public post, Trump said he did not want to approve “intense military action” due to the long-term consequences Iran could face. However, he warned that if Qatar’s LPG facility is targeted again, the U.S. would not hesitate to respond.

Tamil Nadu tops India in textile exports: CM Stalin
Business

Tamil Nadu tops India in textile exports: CM Stalin

Tamil Nadu has emerged as India’s top state in textile exports, shipping textiles worth $7,997 million in 2024-25, according to a report based on the Union government’s export-import data. The findings were published in an annual trade analysis by Niryat, the national platform that records and analyses exports and imports. The report places Tamil Nadu ahead of Gujarat and Maharashtra in textile exports. Citing the report, Chief Minister M.K. Stalin said the state’s textile exports have grown by 29% over the last four years. He noted that exports rose from $6,193.39 million in 2020-21 to $7,997 million in the subsequent four years.

Seeman unveils NTK manifesto, proposes five capitals for Tamil Nadu
Politics

Seeman unveils NTK manifesto, proposes five capitals for Tamil Nadu

Naam Tamilar Katchi (NTK) chief coordinator Seeman on Wednesday released the party’s election manifesto ahead of the Tamil Nadu Assembly election, during a press meet in Chennai. A key promise in the manifesto is the creation of five capitals for Tamil Nadu—Chennai, Tiruchirappalli, Coimbatore, Madurai and Kanyakumari—with distinct roles. Chennai is proposed as the technology capital, Tiruchirappalli as the administrative capital, Coimbatore as the industry and business capital, Madurai as the language, arts and culture capital, and Kanyakumari as the philosophy capital.

Can’t sleep well at night? Ayurveda tips suggest simple changes
Health

Can’t sleep well at night? Ayurveda tips suggest simple changes

Ayurveda doctors say one of the main reasons many people struggle to sleep at night is prolonged use of screens such as computers, televisions and mobile phones. To improve sleep, they suggest applying oil to the body once a week and spending about 30 minutes in sunlight. They also recommend a traditional “banana-leaf bath” to help the body get vitamin D and support better sleep. As described, a person should drink a tumbler of water, wear light clothing, wet the body and lie on banana leaves on the terrace. Two banana leaves can be tied around the body, and the person should remain in the sun for up to an hour.

Study: Left-handed people show stronger competitive drive
Health

Study: Left-handed people show stronger competitive drive

Some people are naturally left-handed, and they are estimated to account for around 10% to 15% of the global population. A study by Hamburg Medical School in Germany reports that left-handed individuals tend to be more competitive than right-handed people. The research suggests they may have a stronger desire to win in contests. The study also notes that left-handers leave their mark in certain sports, where their competitive edge can stand out.

Famous ‘Curse Inscription’ Mentioned in Dinamalar Short
General

Famous ‘Curse Inscription’ Mentioned in Dinamalar Short

A short video published by Dinamalar highlights a topic described as a “famous curse inscription”. The segment appears under the platform’s short-form video section. Based on the available source text, no further specifics are provided about the inscription’s location, historical period, or the exact wording associated with the curse. The published page contains minimal information beyond the title and basic platform prompts, limiting the scope for additional reporting. Readers interested in the subject may refer to the original Dinamalar short video page for the full clip and any context presented within the video itself.

Rahul Dravid, Shubman Gill receive BCCI Naman awards
Sports

Rahul Dravid, Shubman Gill receive BCCI Naman awards

Rahul Dravid and Shubman Gill have been recognised with awards at the BCCI Naman Awards 2026, as reported in a short video published by Dinamalar. The brief clip highlights the honours given to Dravid and Gill, indicating their inclusion among the award recipients at the annual BCCI event. No further details about the specific award categories, citations, or the venue and date were provided in the available source material.

VJ Kavin praises 'KISS' at Happy Raj pre-release event
Entertainment

VJ Kavin praises 'KISS' at Happy Raj pre-release event

At the pre-release event of the film Happy Raj, VJ Kavin spoke about another movie, KISS. During his remarks, he said that KISS was “very good,” drawing attention to the film in front of the gathered audience. The comments were made as part of the promotional event ahead of Happy Raj’s release. No further details about the films or the event were provided in the available source.

More facilities at Singanallur, Irugur could boost rail ridership
General

More facilities at Singanallur, Irugur could boost rail ridership

A report highlighted that adding more passenger facilities at Singanallur and Irugur could help increase the number of people choosing rail travel. The observation points to the need for better amenities at these locations to make commuting more convenient for daily travellers. Supporters of the idea believe that improved station infrastructure can encourage more residents to shift to trains, easing travel for regular users. The report underlines that focused upgrades at key stations can play a role in strengthening rail usage in the region.

VJ Kavin praises 'KISS' at Happy Raj pre-release event
Entertainment

VJ Kavin praises 'KISS' at Happy Raj pre-release event

VJ Kavin spoke at the pre-release event of the film Happy Raj, where he shared his thoughts about another film titled KISS. In his remarks, Kavin said that KISS was “very good,” drawing attention to the film during the event. The comments were featured in a short video clip published by Dinamalar. No further details about the films or the event were provided in the source clip.

Gold price keeps falling in Chennai; down Rs 1,520 per sovereign in 3 days
Business

Gold price keeps falling in Chennai; down Rs 1,520 per sovereign in 3 days

Chennai saw another drop in gold prices on Tuesday (March 18), with 22-carat jewellery gold falling by Rs 640 per sovereign to Rs 1,16,560. The per-gram rate declined by Rs 80 to Rs 14,570. The report attributed the ongoing slide to reduced investment interest from international investors, which has weighed on domestic prices. Over the past few days, prices have steadily eased. On March 16, gold fell by Rs 50 per gram to Rs 14,710 and by Rs 400 per sovereign to Rs 1,17,680. On March 17, it slipped further to Rs 14,650 per gram and Rs 1,17,200 per sovereign.

More amenities at Singanallur, Irugur can boost rail ridership
General

More amenities at Singanallur, Irugur can boost rail ridership

A report highlighted that adding more passenger amenities at Singanallur and Irugur could help increase the number of people choosing rail travel. The focus is on improving station-level facilities so that daily commuters and other travellers find the stations more convenient and comfortable. The report suggests that better infrastructure and services at these locations would make train travel a more attractive option for the public. No further details on the specific facilities or timelines were provided in the source.

DMK alliance allots 5 seats to Communist Party of India
Politics

DMK alliance allots 5 seats to Communist Party of India

Chennai: The DMK-led alliance has allotted five Assembly constituencies to the Communist Party of India (CPI), following prolonged seat-sharing talks among alliance partners. According to the agreement signed on Tuesday, the CPI’s allocation has been reduced by one seat compared with the 2021 Assembly election, when it was given six constituencies. The seat-sharing negotiations within the alliance had seen delays, with parties seeking higher allocations. Earlier, the DMK finalised allocations for other partners, including 28 seats and one Rajya Sabha seat for the Congress, two seats each for the Indian Union Muslim League and Manithaneya Makkal Katchi, four seats for the MDMK, and two seats for the Kongunadu Makkal Desiya Katchi.

Gold price keeps falling in Chennai; down Rs 1,520 per sovereign in 3 days
Business

Gold price keeps falling in Chennai; down Rs 1,520 per sovereign in 3 days

Chennai saw another sharp drop in gold prices on Tuesday (March 18), with 22-carat jewellery gold falling by Rs 640 per sovereign to Rs 1,16,560. The per-gram rate declined by Rs 80 to Rs 14,570. The report attributed the continuing decline to international investors reducing their exposure to gold, which has reflected in lower domestic prices. In recent days, the slide has been steady. On March 16, gold fell by Rs 50 per gram to Rs 14,710 and by Rs 400 per sovereign to Rs 1,17,680, while silver eased to Rs 276 per gram.

Achievement journey will continue if we stay united: CM Stalin
Politics

Achievement journey will continue if we stay united: CM Stalin

Chennai: Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Tuesday said Tamil Nadu’s “journey of achievements” would continue as long as people remain united and stand together in one line. Stalin shared on social media a video posted by a person speaking about the DMK government’s schemes. In the clip, the speaker says they had never voted for the DMK before, but plan to vote for the party in 2026, citing the initiatives introduced under Stalin.

Kim Jong Un bloc wins North Korea vote with 99.93%, state media says
Politics

Kim Jong Un bloc wins North Korea vote with 99.93%, state media says

North Korea’s state media has reported that the ruling bloc led by Kim Jong Un secured 99.93% of the votes in the country’s parliamentary election held on March 15. The report comes amid long-standing international criticism that elections in North Korea are largely symbolic. The country is widely seen as operating under strict controls, with limited information about internal developments reaching the outside world. According to the account, candidates are typically selected by the ruling Workers’ Party, and elections are conducted without meaningful opposition. In many constituencies, only a single candidate is presented, with voters expected to approve.

Centre bars seat selection fees for 60% of flight seats
General

Centre bars seat selection fees for 60% of flight seats

New Delhi: The Centre has announced fresh norms aimed at reducing add-on charges faced by air travellers during ticket booking and check-in. Under the new directions issued through the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), airlines will not be allowed to levy a separate fee for selecting seats for 60% of the seats on a flight. The move targets charges often collected for preferred options such as window or front-row seats.

Kim Jong Un’s bloc wins North Korea vote with 99.93%: state media
Politics

Kim Jong Un’s bloc wins North Korea vote with 99.93%: state media

North Korea’s state media has reported that the ruling bloc led by Kim Jong Un secured 99.93% of the votes in the country’s parliamentary election held on March 15. The report comes amid long-standing criticism that elections in the country are largely symbolic. The system is widely described as tightly controlled, with strict restrictions and limited information reaching the outside world. According to the account, candidates are typically selected by the ruling Workers’ Party, and voting is conducted without opposition parties. In many constituencies, only a single candidate is presented, making the process widely viewed internationally as undemocratic.

PM Modi in Rajya Sabha: ‘There is no full stop in politics’
Politics

PM Modi in Rajya Sabha: ‘There is no full stop in politics’

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday addressed the Rajya Sabha and paid tribute to members whose terms are ending, saying their experience will continue to guide public life even after they leave the House. Speaking during the session, Modi said every MP plays a distinct role in debates on a range of issues. He told retiring members that a political journey can be lifelong and that there is “no full stop in politics.”

Centre bars seat selection fees for 60% of flight seats
General

Centre bars seat selection fees for 60% of flight seats

New Delhi: The Centre has announced fresh rules aimed at reducing additional charges faced by air passengers while booking tickets. The directions have been issued through the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). Under the new framework, airlines will not be allowed to levy a separate seat selection fee for 60% of the seats on a flight. The order also states that passengers booking tickets should not be made to pay any additional charges during the booking process.

No full stop in politics, PM Modi tells retiring Rajya Sabha MPs
Politics

No full stop in politics, PM Modi tells retiring Rajya Sabha MPs

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday addressed the Rajya Sabha while paying tribute to members whose terms are ending, saying there is “no full stop” in politics and that public life can continue beyond a formal tenure. He said every MP plays a distinct role in debates on a range of issues, and added that the experience of retiring members would keep guiding public life. Modi cited senior leaders such as H D Deve Gowda, Mallikarjun Kharge and Sharad Pawar, noting that they have devoted much of their lives to parliamentary service.

Kharge urges review of Rajya Sabha rules at farewell for Harivansh
Politics

Kharge urges review of Rajya Sabha rules at farewell for Harivansh

New Delhi: Congress MP and Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha, Mallikarjun Kharge, on Tuesday urged a review of the House’s rules of procedure and code of conduct. He made the remarks during a farewell event held in the Rajya Sabha for senior MP Harivansh Narayan Singh, who is serving as Deputy Chairman and is completing his term. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and several senior members also spoke on the occasion.

Justice for Vilathikulam student after regime change: Nainar Nagendran
Politics

Justice for Vilathikulam student after regime change: Nainar Nagendran

Chennai: Tamil Nadu BJP president Nainar Nagendran said a change of government will take place in the state after the Assembly elections and that justice will be delivered in the case of the Class 12 student who was killed in Vilathikulam, Thoothukudi district. In a statement, he said he met the bereaved family in person and offered condolences. He also said the BJP provided financial assistance for the education of the deceased student’s sister.

Russian oil tankers reroute from China to India amid Hormuz tensions
Business

Russian oil tankers reroute from China to India amid Hormuz tensions

New Delhi: A Russian crude oil tanker that was sailing toward China has changed course and is now heading to India, according to ship-tracking reports. The shift comes as international crude movements face disruption after Israel and US allied forces launched attacks on Iran. Reports said Iran has been targeting oil tankers passing through the Strait of Hormuz, affecting global oil transportation. Amid the situation, the United States has permitted several countries, including India, to purchase crude oil from Russia. Indian refineries had planned to import around 30 million barrels of Russian crude.

Israel claims Iran intelligence minister killed in airstrike
Politics

Israel claims Iran intelligence minister killed in airstrike

Tehran: Israel’s Defence Minister Israel Katz said Iran’s Intelligence Minister Esmail Khatib was killed in an Israeli air force strike. Katz said operations were progressing across multiple areas and that Israel would continue targeting senior Iranian officials. He added that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had authorised the military to carry out targeted killings of top Iranian figures. Iran has not yet confirmed Khatib’s death. If verified, Khatib would be the third senior Iranian official reported killed in the past two days, following reports that Basij commander Sulaimani and National Security Council chief Ali Larijani died in Israeli airstrikes.

DMK files nominations in Puducherry before seat-sharing deal with Congress
Politics

DMK files nominations in Puducherry before seat-sharing deal with Congress

PUDUCHERRY: Even before seat-sharing discussions with the Congress are concluded, the DMK has begun filing nomination papers across all 30 Assembly constituencies in Puducherry. Polling for the Puducherry Assembly election is scheduled for April 9. The Election Commission has said nominations can be filed until 3 pm on March 23, though no papers were submitted in the first two days. Against this backdrop, DMK functionaries have moved to file nominations in every constituency despite the party being part of the Congress-led alliance and the seat-sharing arrangement still not being finalised. The agreement has also not been signed yet.

PM Modi speaks to Kuwait Crown Prince on West Asia security situation
Politics

PM Modi speaks to Kuwait Crown Prince on West Asia security situation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke by phone with Kuwait’s Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah to review the current situation in West Asia, according to an official post shared by the Prime Minister. In his message, Modi said he conveyed greetings ahead of the upcoming Ramadan festival and discussed the evolving regional security environment. The two leaders also exchanged views on recent developments. Modi reiterated India’s condemnation of attacks on Kuwait’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. He said ensuring safe and uninterrupted movement through the Strait of Hormuz remains a key priority.

Stalin takes swipe at AIADMK over obscene, defamatory campaign talk
Politics

Stalin takes swipe at AIADMK over obscene, defamatory campaign talk

Chennai: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and DMK leader M.K. Stalin has indirectly criticised the AIADMK, alleging that those without achievements or policies are resorting to obscene and defamatory remarks. In a social media post, Stalin contrasted what he called “two stages” in the state’s political discourse. He said DMK platforms are presenting achievements that are shaping Tamil Nadu’s future, along with data and accounts of beneficiaries. On the other side, he claimed, parties with no achievements to speak of and no policies to implement are “showering” the public with obscenity and slander.

Piyush Goyal to visit Chennai; AIADMK-BJP seat-sharing talks near final
Politics

Piyush Goyal to visit Chennai; AIADMK-BJP seat-sharing talks near final

Union minister and BJP’s Tamil Nadu election in-charge Piyush Goyal is set to arrive in Chennai on March 19, with talks aimed at finalising the seat-sharing arrangement with the AIADMK. With the Assembly election polling date announced, parties in Tamil Nadu have stepped up campaign preparations. The ruling DMK is continuing discussions within its alliance and allocating constituencies, while the AIADMK’s seat-sharing deal with the BJP is yet to be formally signed.

AIADMK flags mobile phone distribution at collector offices, seeks EC clarity
Politics

AIADMK flags mobile phone distribution at collector offices, seeks EC clarity

AIADMK has approached the Tamil Nadu Chief Electoral Officer, alleging violations of election rules over the distribution of mobile phones from district collector offices after the Model Code of Conduct came into effect. Speaking to reporters after submitting a petition, AIADMK Advocates Wing secretary Inbathurai said welfare assistance should not be distributed once the code is in force. He claimed that 2,063 mobile phones were to be issued to anganwadi workers from the Salem collectorate.

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