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HC gives Tamil Nadu govt time on worship near Thiruparankundram pillar
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HC gives Tamil Nadu govt time on worship near Thiruparankundram pillar

The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court has granted time to the Tamil Nadu government to state its position on permitting worship near the Deepathoon (lamp pillar) located on the hilltop of Thiruparankundram. The direction came while hearing a contempt petition alleging non-compliance with an earlier order related to lighting the lamp at the site. Justice G.R. Swaminathan noted that the court had earlier suggested allowing a five-member team nominated by the court to go to the hilltop and perform a brief symbolic prayer for about 15 minutes, clarifying that it was a recommendation and not a binding guideline. The government had sought time to respond.

Nitish Kumar may quit as Bihar CM, eyeing Rajya Sabha berth: report
Politics

Nitish Kumar may quit as Bihar CM, eyeing Rajya Sabha berth: report

Patna: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar (75) is reportedly set to be elected to the Rajya Sabha from the state, triggering fresh political speculation in Patna. The report claims he may step down as chief minister after becoming an MP. Bihar is currently governed by the Janata Dal (United)–BJP alliance. With five Rajya Sabha seats falling vacant in the state, the ruling alliance—backed by 202 MLAs in the 243-member Assembly—is expected to secure four seats, leaving little room for the Congress–RJD combine.

NIA: GoPro used in Pahalgam attack was first activated in China
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NIA: GoPro used in Pahalgam attack was first activated in China

New Delhi: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has found that a GoPro camera seized during the probe into the Pahalgam terror attack had been active in China before the incident. According to investigators, the device was first switched on on January 30, 2024, in Dongguan, China—around a month before the attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam. The agency suspects the camera may have been used for reconnaissance ahead of the assault.

Iran to hold three-day public tribute for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
Politics

Iran to hold three-day public tribute for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

Iranian authorities have announced a three-day public tribute in Tehran for Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was reported killed in a joint airstrike by the United States and Israel. Khamenei, 86, had served as Iran’s Supreme Leader for more than 36 years and was a key figure shaping the country’s foreign and military policies. According to the report, he was killed along with his family in the attack carried out on February 28.

Finland President Stubb arrives in Delhi; key pacts expected today
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Finland President Stubb arrives in Delhi; key pacts expected today

Finnish President Alexander Stubb arrived in New Delhi on Wednesday on a four-day official visit, aimed at deepening ties between India and Finland across trade, investment and technology. He was received at the airport by Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh. Officials indicated that Stubb will hold talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday to strengthen bilateral cooperation. Several memoranda of understanding are expected to be signed during the day as part of the visit. In the evening, Stubb is scheduled to participate as the chief guest at the Raisina Dialogue international conference beginning in Delhi.

Bombay HC slams family court for divorce based only on WhatsApp chats
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Bombay HC slams family court for divorce based only on WhatsApp chats

High Court flags procedural lapse The Bombay High Court has criticised a family court for granting divorce by treating WhatsApp conversations as the key evidence, without giving the wife an opportunity to challenge those materials. Background of the dispute A couple from Nashik, Maharashtra, were granted divorce by a family court in May last year. The order relied heavily on messages allegedly sent by the wife on WhatsApp, including remarks against the husband and criticism of her mother-in-law and sister-in-law.

Man posing as ISRO scientist arrested for Rs 43 lakh matrimony scam
Crime

Man posing as ISRO scientist arrested for Rs 43 lakh matrimony scam

Police in Maharashtra have arrested a man accused of impersonating an Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) scientist and cheating an IT professional of Rs 43 lakh through a matrimony website. The complainant, a 28-year-old woman from Wakad in Pune, had registered her profile on a popular matrimony platform in 2024. A few months later, a 36-year-old man from the Alibag region contacted her and introduced himself as “Jayesh Patil”, claiming he worked as a scientist at ISRO.

US submarine sinks Iranian warship near Sri Lanka; 87 dead, 61 missing
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US submarine sinks Iranian warship near Sri Lanka; 87 dead, 61 missing

An Iranian warship identified as IRIS Dena was struck and sunk in the Indian Ocean near Sri Lanka’s Galle port, according to reports. The attack was carried out by a US submarine using a torpedo. The vessel was said to have taken part in naval exercises in the Bay of Bengal near India between February 18 and 25, involving multiple countries and focusing on maritime security and joint drills. After the exercise, the ship was transiting past Sri Lanka into the Indian Ocean when it came under attack.

Protest in Sivaganga after Karti Chidambaram’s remarks on Khamenei
Politics

Protest in Sivaganga after Karti Chidambaram’s remarks on Khamenei

SIVAGANGA: Congress MP Karti Chidambaram, speaking to reporters in Sivaganga, said minorities place their trust in the alliance led by the Congress and that the party has consistently supported Muslims. He also said there are rules for bank loan waivers and that state governments cannot waive loans taken from nationalised banks. Karti further welcomed the idea of direct cash transfers in place of freebies. On the issue of narcotics, he said the spread of drugs is a nationwide problem and called for steps to stop distribution.

No immediate fuel shortage, India has 25-day stock: Union minister
Business

No immediate fuel shortage, India has 25-day stock: Union minister

New Delhi: Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Tuesday said India is not facing an immediate risk of fuel shortage despite the ongoing conflict in West Asia. His remarks come amid concerns after Iran, which is at war with the US and Israel, shut the Strait of Hormuz—an important route for global oil shipments. A significant share of India’s fuel imports is routed through the strait, raising fears of supply disruption.

Pentagon warns missile stocks may run low if war lasts 10 more days
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Pentagon warns missile stocks may run low if war lasts 10 more days

Washington: The Pentagon has warned that if the ongoing conflict continues for another 10 days, the US could face shortages of key missile stocks, according to reports. The report comes amid escalating tensions in West Asia, where the US and Israel are carrying out strikes on Iran, and Iran is responding with retaliatory attacks. Iran has also targeted US military bases in Gulf countries such as Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Kuwait.

Trump: Over 9,000 Americans returned from Middle East safely
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Trump: Over 9,000 Americans returned from Middle East safely

Washington: President Donald Trump said that more than 9,000 Americans have safely returned to the United States from the Middle East since the launch of strikes on Iran. According to the report, the US and Israel carried out attacks on Iran in which Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed. In response, Iran has been launching missile and drone attacks on Israel, escalating the situation into direct conflict. Iran has also targeted US military bases in West Asian countries.

Key events today: Vijay meet in Thanjavur to T20 World Cup semi-final
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Key events today: Vijay meet in Thanjavur to T20 World Cup semi-final

A series of political and sports developments are scheduled for March 4 across Tamil Nadu, India and abroad. In Chennai, AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami held discussions with district secretaries at the party office in Royapettah. The meeting focused on Assembly election preparations and welfare-related work. In Thanjavur district’s Sengipatti, TVK leader Vijay addressed a gathering of party functionaries. He said that under a TVK government, paddy sacks at procurement centres would be protected, wastage would not be allowed, and no commission would be tolerated for loading and unloading, warning of strict action if commissions are taken.

Gold drops Rs 2,120 per sovereign in Chennai; down Rs 3,680 in 2 days
Business

Gold drops Rs 2,120 per sovereign in Chennai; down Rs 3,680 in 2 days

Chennai saw a sharp fall in gold prices on Tuesday (March 4), with 22-carat jewellery gold dropping by Rs 2,120 per sovereign to Rs 1,21,600. The per-gram rate declined by Rs 265 to Rs 15,200. The market has been witnessing fluctuations in gold and silver prices amid international developments. In Tamil Nadu, on March 2, jewellery gold was sold at Rs 15,660 per gram and Rs 1,25,280 per sovereign, while silver was priced at Rs 315 per gram.

Manickam Tagore urges unity as Congress resumes DMK alliance talks
Politics

Manickam Tagore urges unity as Congress resumes DMK alliance talks

Congress is set to hold a second round of discussions with the DMK in Chennai on Tuesday, amid continuing uncertainty over the alliance for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. In recent weeks, a section within the Tamil Nadu Congress had argued for exploring an alliance with TAVEKA. The DMK’s lack of early interest in seat-sharing talks—despite Congress forming a committee about two months ago—had added to discontent, prompting some leaders, including MP Manickam Tagore, to publicly criticise the DMK alliance.

US begins military action in Ecuador targeting terror groups
Politics

US begins military action in Ecuador targeting terror groups

The United States has begun military action in Ecuador, targeting what it described as terrorist organisations and drug-trafficking groups. The operation is being carried out jointly with Ecuador’s forces, following orders from President Donald Trump, according to reports. The development comes after a US-Israel attack on Iran in which Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed, the report said. US attention has now shifted to groups operating in Ecuador, it added.

Aramco eyes Red Sea route as Iran shuts Strait of Hormuz
Business

Aramco eyes Red Sea route as Iran shuts Strait of Hormuz

Riyadh: Saudi Aramco, the world’s largest oil company, is exploring crude exports through the Red Sea after Iran shut the Strait of Hormuz amid escalating war tensions in West Asia. The closure has disrupted one of the world’s key oil shipping corridors, leaving cargo vessels stranded in the Gulf and affecting oil supplies to several countries, including India. The situation has pushed producers to look for alternative routes to keep deliveries moving.

India opens Gulf control room; helplines issued for Indians abroad
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India opens Gulf control room; helplines issued for Indians abroad

Amid rising war-related tensions, the Central government has opened a special control room to assist Indians living in Gulf countries, the Ministry of External Affairs said. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated that the control room will function daily from 9 am to 9 pm. Indians seeking assistance can call the toll-free number 1800118797. Additional contact numbers for the control room are +91 11 2301 2113, +91 11 2301 4104, and +91 11 2301 7905.

US Democrats question Trump over Iran war, cite no imminent threat
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US Democrats question Trump over Iran war, cite no imminent threat

Washington: US opposition Democrats have questioned President Donald Trump over why the United States launched strikes on Iran despite what they say was no imminent threat to the US. The report said the attack came after talks linked to a nuclear agreement ended without success, with the US acting alongside Israel. It claimed key Iranian leaders, including Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, were killed, and that the conflict has since spread to Gulf countries, heightening tensions across West Asia as it continues for a fifth day.

Israel warns Iran’s new leader: ‘Whoever it is will be eliminated’
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Israel warns Iran’s new leader: ‘Whoever it is will be eliminated’

Israel has issued a sharp warning to Iran’s newly chosen supreme leader, saying any figure installed by what it called Iran’s “terror regime” would be treated as a target for elimination. The statement came after reports said Iran selected Mojtaba Khamenei, son of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, as the country’s new ruler and top cleric. The development follows claims that Ali Khamenei was killed in an attack by the United States and Israel.

UAE says it foiled Iran strikes involving 194 missiles, 812 drones
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UAE says it foiled Iran strikes involving 194 missiles, 812 drones

Dubai: The United Arab Emirates has said it has thwarted a wave of Iranian attacks carried out using missiles and drones, describing the incidents as part of more than 1,000 strike attempts so far. According to the UAE, the escalation followed the breakdown of talks linked to a nuclear agreement and subsequent US action against Iran alongside Israel. The UAE said Iran has since targeted US military bases in Gulf countries including the UAE, Qatar and Kuwait.

Vijay targets DMK at Thanjavur meet, calls it an “evil force”
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Vijay targets DMK at Thanjavur meet, calls it an “evil force”

TVK leader Vijay on Tuesday launched a sharp attack on the DMK while addressing a party meeting at Sengipatti near Thanjavur. He claimed even youngsters were beginning to describe the DMK as an “evil force”, and positioned the coming polls as a contest centred on Tamil Nadu. Referring to his earlier remarks at a Vellore event, Vijay reiterated slogans linking himself and his party with the state, and said his political opponents were twisting his statements to portray him as speaking for the BJP. He alleged that minorities were being frightened and misled, and said such tactics would not work going forward.

Union Minister L Murugan slams DMK over alleged attacks on SC communities
Politics

Union Minister L Murugan slams DMK over alleged attacks on SC communities

Union Minister L Murugan on Tuesday condemned what he described as continuing atrocities against Scheduled Caste communities under the DMK government, alleging that southern districts have been kept in a state of tension since the regime took office. In a statement, he referred to an attack near Nanguneri’s Perumpathu area, where a gang arriving on motorcycles allegedly assaulted people at a roadside tea shop with sickles. He also cited a recent incident in Nanguneri in which petrol bombs were allegedly thrown in a Scheduled Caste residential area, including at a house wall, near a ground-level water tank and in front of a temple.

Trump says US will insure and protect ships in Gulf amid Hormuz crisis
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Trump says US will insure and protect ships in Gulf amid Hormuz crisis

US President Donald Trump has announced that the American government will provide insurance coverage and naval protection for ships travelling through the Gulf, with a special focus on oil-carrying vessels. The move comes as the Strait of Hormuz—described as the key sea route for export shipments from West Asian crude oil-producing countries—has been closed, leaving around 700 oil tankers halted at various locations. Iran, which had earlier declared it would not allow any vessel through the Hormuz route, has also attacked two ships, according to the report.

IAEA chief says no evidence Iran has built a nuclear bomb
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IAEA chief says no evidence Iran has built a nuclear bomb

Washington: International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Rafael Grossi has said there is no evidence that Iran has produced a nuclear bomb, a statement that contrasts with repeated claims by US President Donald Trump that Iran possesses nuclear weapons. In his remarks, Grossi said he has been clear in his reporting on Iran’s nuclear programme. While he said there is no proof of a bomb being made, he noted that Iran has held large quantities of enriched uranium.

Attack on Iranian ship off Sri Lanka: 78 injured, 101 missing
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Attack on Iranian ship off Sri Lanka: 78 injured, 101 missing

An Iranian ship, identified as IRIS Dena, was attacked in Sri Lankan waters, leaving 78 people injured and 101 reported missing, according to information cited in local reports. The incident occurred about 40 nautical miles from Galle harbour. Following the attack, assistance was sought from the Sri Lanka Navy, which rushed to the location and began rescue operations. Sri Lankan naval personnel rescued 30 people and admitted them to hospital for treatment. The Sri Lankan Defence Ministry has confirmed the attack.

Canada says US-Israel strikes on Iran violate international law
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Canada says US-Israel strikes on Iran violate international law

Canada has said the large-scale strikes launched by the United States and Israel against Iran violate international law, as fighting in West Asia escalates. Speaking in Ottawa, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney described the war as another example of the failure of the international order. He said the attacks on Iran by the US and Israel run contrary to international law. Carney called for steps to bring the conflict to a swift end and said Canada is ready to help achieve that goal. He also alleged that Washington and Tel Aviv acted without consulting the United Nations and allied countries.

Annamalai asks Stalin to stop 'Hindi imposition' politics, address issues
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Annamalai asks Stalin to stop 'Hindi imposition' politics, address issues

Former BJP Tamil Nadu president K Annamalai on Tuesday questioned Chief Minister M K Stalin over what he called the “non-existent” issue of Hindi imposition. In a statement, Annamalai alleged that whenever the state faces criticism over deteriorating law and order, setbacks in courts, and corruption allegations, the DMK revives the Hindi imposition narrative to divert attention. He claimed this was an old political tactic and said it should have ended with the previous generation of leadership.

TN women’s aid: Those missing Rs 5,000 upset; ration shops seek details
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TN women’s aid: Those missing Rs 5,000 upset; ration shops seek details

Chennai: After the Tamil Nadu government credited Rs 5,000 to women receiving the monthly women’s entitlement assistance, allegations have surfaced that ration shop staff are being used to pacify those who did not receive the amount. The scheme has been providing Rs 1,000 per month to 1.31 crore women heads of households since September 15, 2023. On February 13, beneficiaries received Rs 5,000 in a single credit—Rs 3,000 as advance for February, March and April, and an additional Rs 2,000 as a summer special grant.

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