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AIADMK’s Palaniswami claims CM Vijay may hand Home portfolio to another
Politics

AIADMK’s Palaniswami claims CM Vijay may hand Home portfolio to another

Chennai: AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami has claimed that Chief Minister Vijay is considering handing over the Home Department to another minister. In a statement, Palaniswami referred to the arrest of a TVK union functionary from Thiruthuraipoondi in connection with an alleged sexual harassment case involving a young woman. He demanded strict legal action against the accused. Saying it is the government’s duty to prevent crime and protect the public, Palaniswami alleged that recent developments suggest people need protection from ruling party functionaries. He also criticised the Chief Minister, remarking that Vijay handles his duties like a “desk job” between 9 am and 5 pm, and questioned whether law and order was being addressed even during that time.

PM to release Rs 15,000 incentive for 1.5 million first-time workers
Politics

PM to release Rs 15,000 incentive for 1.5 million first-time workers

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to release the first instalment of a Rs 15,000 incentive to 1.5 million employees who have joined work for the first time and are linked to Provident Fund (PF) accounts, under the Centre’s employment initiative. The scheme, titled the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Employment Scheme, was launched last year to boost job creation. Under it, eligible private-sector employees receive a total assistance of Rs 15,000 in two instalments—Rs 7,500 after completing six months of service and another Rs 7,500 after completing one year—credited directly to their bank accounts.

Karnataka CM Shivakumar says ready to talk to TN on Mekedatu dam
Politics

Karnataka CM Shivakumar says ready to talk to TN on Mekedatu dam

Bengaluru: Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has said the proposed Mekedatu dam is the “heart of the southern states” and that his government is ready to hold discussions with Tamil Nadu to take the project forward. His remarks come a day after the Tamil Nadu government, through the Governor’s address in the Assembly, said it would take appropriate steps to prevent Karnataka from building the Mekedatu dam. Speaking to reporters at Vidhana Soudha, Shivakumar claimed the project would protect the interests of both Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, and that Tamil Nadu would benefit more. He said Karnataka was prepared to release Tamil Nadu’s share of 177 TMC of water, adding that the Central Water Commission should decide on implementing the project.

High-speed rail planned for Chennai–Bengaluru route, says Murugan
General

High-speed rail planned for Chennai–Bengaluru route, says Murugan

Union Minister of State L Murugan on Wednesday said high-speed rail projects will be implemented on key corridors including the Chennai–Bengaluru and Chennai–Hyderabad routes. He added that the Mumbai–Ahmedabad bullet train project is expected to be opened for public use next year. Murugan was speaking at the launch of a long-term skill development programme in 3D animation and VFX at the Anna Cantonment Higher Secondary School in Pallavaram, Chennai. Referring to changes in storytelling, he said content today must capture attention within seconds, unlike earlier formats that ran for hours. He noted that Indian stories are receiving strong global acceptance and that India has a large pool of technology artists.

Switzerland thrash Bosnia 4-1 with late surge in Group B
Sports

Switzerland thrash Bosnia 4-1 with late surge in Group B

Los Angeles: Switzerland produced a stunning late burst to defeat Bosnia 4-1 in a World Cup Group B league match, with four goals coming after the 74th minute. Despite controlling possession in the first half, Switzerland struggled to break down Bosnia’s organised defence. Bosnia repeatedly blocked Swiss attempts, and the opening 45 minutes ended goalless. The breakthrough arrived in the 74th minute when young Swiss forward Johan Manzambi scored. Bosnia’s task became harder in the 80th minute after Tarik was sent off, leaving them with 10 men.

DMK issues fresh instructions to its MLAs ahead of Assembly session
Politics

DMK issues fresh instructions to its MLAs ahead of Assembly session

DMK president M.K. Stalin has reportedly issued a new set of directions to party MLAs during a meeting held at the party headquarters, Anna Arivalayam, in Chennai. According to sources, Stalin told DMK legislators to hold discussions with ministers during the Assembly session on implementing public welfare schemes. However, he instructed them not to participate in government functions and review meetings attended by ministers. He asked MLAs to attend review meetings conducted by district collectors and closely monitor development works in their constituencies. Stalin is also said to have remarked that the present government has only about six months left, after which the DMK would return to power.

Kushboo and daughter Anandita speak at 'Double Occupancy' success meet
Entertainment

Kushboo and daughter Anandita speak at 'Double Occupancy' success meet

Actor Kushboo spoke at the success meet of the film Double Occupancy, according to a video published by Dinamalar Cinema. The same event also featured a speech by Kushboo’s daughter, Anandita, as shown in the Dinamalar video segment. The video was dated June 18, 2026, and was listed under the cinema section. No further details about the content of the speeches or the event proceedings were provided in the source listing.

IIT Delhi tops QS list again as India’s best institution
Education

IIT Delhi tops QS list again as India’s best institution

UK-based Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) has published its annual list ranking leading educational institutions worldwide. In the latest edition, IIT Delhi has once again been placed as the best-performing institution from India, according to the ranking. The report is part of QS’s yearly exercise to assess and list top institutions globally. The update was reported on June 18, 2026.

Dinamalar short teases story of Shiva’s strict curse
General

Dinamalar short teases story of Shiva’s strict curse

A short video link shared by Dinamalar carries the headline asking viewers if they know the story behind a strict curse said to have been given by Lord Shiva. However, the accessible text from the source page contains only navigation elements such as “Back to Shorts” and “Download,” without the actual narration or story content. As a result, the specific events, characters, and context of the referenced tale cannot be confirmed from the provided material.

NASA unveils a new aircraft concept, billed as a ‘titan’
Technology

NASA unveils a new aircraft concept, billed as a ‘titan’

A short video post shared by Dinamalar says NASA has rolled out a new type of aircraft, describing it as a “titan among aircraft.” The post positions the development as a fresh category or concept, but does not provide technical specifications, timelines, or operational details in the available text. With only the headline-level claim visible, further information from NASA or additional reporting would be needed to understand what the new aircraft is designed for and how it differs from existing models.

Annamalai says ‘We The Leaders’ to begin political action in July
Politics

Annamalai says ‘We The Leaders’ to begin political action in July

Chennai: Annamalai, founder of the ‘We The Leaders’ movement, said the organisation’s political action will begin next month and that the public will see a distinct change in its functioning in July. In a video message released on Tuesday, he said the initiative is currently operating as a movement, but will take on a different character once it begins functioning as a political movement. Annamalai claimed that around 18 lakh people have joined ‘We The Leaders’ and said he did not personally call anyone to invite them to join, including members of the party he was previously associated with. He said a genuine people’s movement is built when individuals join on their own without expectations.

TN moves to monitor officials over building permit approvals
Politics

TN moves to monitor officials over building permit approvals

Chennai: The Tamil Nadu Housing and Urban Development Department is taking steps to monitor officials involved in approving apartment building plans, following complaints of improper collections linked to the process. In the Chennai metropolitan area, the power to grant approvals for multi-storey buildings earlier rested with the government. Applications finalised at the Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority (CMDA) were forwarded to the department, and details of each file were placed before the minister for clearance.

CM Vijay raps officials over ‘incomplete’ Tamil Nadu finance white paper
Politics

CM Vijay raps officials over ‘incomplete’ Tamil Nadu finance white paper

Chief Minister Vijay is reportedly dissatisfied with the Tamil Nadu government’s recently released white paper on the state’s finances, saying it did not include information that should have been communicated to the public. Sources said he reprimanded the officials involved in preparing the document. After the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam formed the government on May 10 following its Assembly election victory, Vijay had announced that a detailed white paper would be issued on the previous DMK government’s financial position. Finance Minister Maria Wilson released the white paper the day before yesterday.

US and Iran sign peace deal in France during G7, officials confirm
Politics

US and Iran sign peace deal in France during G7, officials confirm

Iran said a peace agreement with the United States has been signed and that the focus now shifts to implementing it. The development comes as the war between the United States and Israel has crossed 110 days. US President Donald Trump had earlier said a peace agreement would be signed on the 19th, but reports indicated the two sides had already signed a digital version in advance. An American official confirmed that President Trump signed the agreement with Iran while attending the G7 summit in France. US outlet Axios reported the signing took place during a dinner hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron at the Palace of Versailles after the summit.

Madras High Court halts church construction near Mariamman temple in Coimbatore
Politics

Madras High Court halts church construction near Mariamman temple in Coimbatore

The Madras High Court has issued an interim stay restraining the construction of a church near a Mariamman temple in Coimbatore district. A division bench comprising Justices G.R. Swaminathan and V. Lakshminarayanan observed that, despite opposition from the Hindu majority in the area, the proposal to build a large church close to an existing temple raised concerns that could not be brushed aside. The court noted that the plan appeared to be an act with an underlying intent, given the proximity of the proposed church to the Mariamman temple and the presence of only a few Christian families in the locality.

EPS says his son will not enter politics, urges media to stop rumours
Politics

EPS says his son will not enter politics, urges media to stop rumours

AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami (EPS) on Wednesday said his son would not enter politics and asked the press and media not to spread rumours. Speaking to reporters at the Assembly complex in Chennai, he said his son is only a basic member of the party and holds no post. EPS also attacked the new government, alleging that its assurances on curbing drugs, ensuring women’s safety and maintaining law and order have not been reflected on the ground. He cited figures for the first 38 days of the administration, claiming 150 POCSO cases, 126 sexual crimes against women and 130 murders.

Udhayanidhi calls Governor’s speech “reels content”, targets govt
Politics

Udhayanidhi calls Governor’s speech “reels content”, targets govt

Chennai: Opposition leader Udhayanidhi on Wednesday described the Governor’s address as “reels content material”, alleging it offered little by way of new announcements or clear commitments on fulfilling election promises. He claimed the present government was “copy-pasting” schemes and demands associated with the previous DMK administration, and said the address reflected contradictions rather than a fresh roadmap for Tamil Nadu’s development. Udhayanidhi also took a swipe at the Chief Minister over women’s safety remarks made during the election campaign, saying the current situation did not match the rhetoric.

Anti-corruption raids hit 45 RTO offices across Tamil Nadu
Crime

Anti-corruption raids hit 45 RTO offices across Tamil Nadu

Anti-corruption police conducted simultaneous raids at 45 Regional Transport Offices (RTOs) across Tamil Nadu on Wednesday, in a coordinated operation. The transport department is often cited as a high-risk area for bribery, as large numbers of people visit RTOs daily for services such as driving licences and vehicle fitness certificates. The report said brokers typically collect money by fixing “rates” for different tasks. According to the report, the searches were carried out in multiple locations including Coimbatore (Gandhipuram Central RTO), Tiruppur South, Tenkasi, Nagercoil, Tirunelveli, Pudukkottai, Kallakurichi, Karur, Kumbakonam, Tiruchi, Senji, Salem (Kandampatti), Srivilliputhur, Karaikudi and Vadipatti in Madurai district.

BPCL denies viral claim that ants are attracted to ethanol-blended fuel
General

BPCL denies viral claim that ants are attracted to ethanol-blended fuel

New Delhi: Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL) has rejected social media claims that ants are attracted to ethanol-blended fuel, calling the circulating videos and posts “fake” and “baseless”. The Centre has been promoting ethanol blending as an alternative to conventional petrol and diesel amid crude oil supply constraints and price volatility. With rising interest, vehicle makers have also been exploring compatible models, and an 85% ethanol blend has recently been introduced at a price said to be about Rs 20 per litre lower than regular petrol.

Singing national anthem twice in Assembly is historic: Governor
Politics

Singing national anthem twice in Assembly is historic: Governor

Chennai: Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar on Wednesday described the singing of the national anthem both at the beginning and at the end of the Governor’s address in the Assembly as a “historic” moment. The first session of the new government began with the Governor’s address, which Arlekar read in the House. In a statement, he said it was the first time the anthem was rendered twice around the address.

White paper on TNEB status to be released next week: Minister Nirmal Kumar
Politics

White paper on TNEB status to be released next week: Minister Nirmal Kumar

Chennai: Tamil Nadu Power Minister Nirmal Kumar on Wednesday said a white paper detailing the current status of the Tamil Nadu Electricity Board (TNEB) will be released next week. Speaking in an interview, the minister also made sharp political allegations, claiming the DMK functions as an indirect face of the BJP and questioning why the Governor has not signed a file related to action against Senthil Balaji. On law and order, he said crimes were allegedly concealed during the previous five-year regime, citing delays in action in the Anna University matter and the Mookapair minor sexual assault case. He asserted that the present government is taking immediate steps and that the Chief Minister has instructed officials to act without leniency.

Heavy rain alert for 14 TN districts today; more areas on June 19
Environment

Heavy rain alert for 14 TN districts today; more areas on June 19

The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC), Chennai, has forecast heavy rain at isolated places across several districts of Tamil Nadu, accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds. In its bulletin, the weather office said rain has occurred at a few places in the state, with the highest rainfall recorded at Arattavadi in Tiruvannamalai district (12.52 cm). It attributed the conditions to a trough extending from east Vidarbha to Tamil Nadu at around 0.9 km altitude via Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, and an upper-air cyclonic circulation over the southeast Arabian Sea and adjoining Kerala at around 3.1 km.

Sanjay Raut alleges BJP behind Uddhav Sena MPs defying whip
Politics

Sanjay Raut alleges BJP behind Uddhav Sena MPs defying whip

Six MPs of the Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena faction skipped a mandatory parliamentary party meeting in Delhi, despite a whip issued by the party’s Lok Sabha chief whip Arvind Sawant. The absence has intensified speculation of another split within the party. Reports in recent days have suggested that the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena is attempting to draw Uddhav Sena legislators and MPs to its side under what is being described as “Operation Tiger”, triggering fresh political churn in Maharashtra.

PM Modi meets CEOs in Paris during France visit
Politics

PM Modi meets CEOs in Paris during France visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is on an overseas tour, met chief executives of several companies in Paris on Wednesday. Modi had travelled to France as part of a three-nation visit and also took part in the G7 summit held in France. After completing the summit engagements, he arrived in Paris, where he received a warm welcome. Following his arrival, the Prime Minister held discussions with business leaders, including Benoit Bazin, Chairman and CEO of Saint-Gobain; Martin Vaujour, CEO of Alstom; Arthur Mensch, CEO and co-founder of Mistral; and Rodolphe Saadé, Chairman and CEO of the CMA CGM Group.

Centre tells Delhi HC Telegram is being misused for illegal activities
Technology

Centre tells Delhi HC Telegram is being misused for illegal activities

New Delhi: The Union government has informed the Delhi High Court that the Telegram messaging app is being misused for a range of illegal activities, including terrorism, cybercrime and drug trafficking. The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has issued a notification imposing a temporary restriction on Telegram till June 22, citing a recommendation from the National Testing Agency (NTA) to curb networks allegedly involved in the NEET question paper leak and related exam fraud.

Two-language policy to continue, education to be moved to State List: Governor
Politics

Two-language policy to continue, education to be moved to State List: Governor

Assembly opens with Governor’s address The first session of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly under Chief Minister Vijay began in Chennai on June 18 with Governor Rajendra Arlekar’s customary address. The Governor opened his speech with greetings in Tamil. Fiscal stress flagged In his address, the Governor said the State’s revenue deficit rose from Rs 48,840 crore in 2024-25 to Rs 78,324 crore within a year. He also stated that Tamil Nadu’s total debt has crossed Rs 10 lakh crore, adding that the per-capita debt is over Rs 1 lakh.

Chaturthi fast today: Worship Ganesha for obstacles to clear
General

Chaturthi fast today: Worship Ganesha for obstacles to clear

Today is observed as Chaturthi vratam (Aani 4, June 18), according to a short video report published by Dinamalar. The report notes that devotees worship Lord Ganesha (Vinayagar) on Chaturthi, a day traditionally associated with seeking blessings for auspicious beginnings. It adds that worship on this day is widely believed to help remove obstacles and support progress in personal efforts. The report also says devotees consider the observance beneficial, with the belief that good outcomes and prosperity increase through Vinayagar’s grace.

Amit Shah’s ‘master plan’ teased in Dinamalar short
Politics

Amit Shah’s ‘master plan’ teased in Dinamalar short

A short-form video titled “Amit Shah’s master plan” has been posted on Dinamalar’s website under its Shorts/Reels section. The available source information includes the title, publisher and the link to the video page, but does not provide the video’s spoken content or a written transcript. As a result, the specific claims, context or political message referenced in the clip cannot be independently summarised from the provided material. Readers can refer to the original Dinamalar video page for the full content and context.

Vijay-led coalition’s first Assembly session begins today in Chennai
Politics

Vijay-led coalition’s first Assembly session begins today in Chennai

The first Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly session of the Vijay-led Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) coalition government begins in Chennai on Wednesday, opening with the Governor’s address. TVK won 108 seats in the recent Assembly election and formed the government. Vijay assumed office as Chief Minister on May 10, MLAs took oath on May 11, and the Speaker and Deputy Speaker were elected on May 12. Speaker Prabhakar was elected unopposed, and the government proved its majority on May 13, when 25 AIADMK MLAs unexpectedly voted in support.

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