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Two Indian gas carriers cross Strait of Hormuz amid tensions
General

Two Indian gas carriers cross Strait of Hormuz amid tensions

Two gas carriers owned by the Shipping Corporation of India (SCI) — Shivalik and Nanda Devi — have successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz, a key but currently tense maritime route in West Asia. The development comes amid escalating hostilities involving Iran, with the strait described as disrupted and accompanied by warnings of attacks on vessels using the passage. The situation has also affected global fuel prices and disrupted cooking gas supply.

Seeman: No compromise even if crores and posts are offered
Politics

Seeman: No compromise even if crores and posts are offered

NTK chief coordinator Seeman on Friday said there would be “no compromise” even if crores of rupees and political positions were offered during alliance negotiations. Speaking in Devakottai, he claimed parties with a small vote share strike alliances through “seat and cash bargaining”, while his party refused to yield despite having a larger vote base. Seeman, who is planning to contest from the Karaikudi Assembly constituency, met members of the Jamaat at a mosque in Devakottai to seek support. Local Jamaat office-bearers honoured him with a shawl before his address.

Intel flags ISI bid to probe India’s defence purchases and readiness
Politics

Intel flags ISI bid to probe India’s defence purchases and readiness

Indian intelligence agencies have warned that Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) has stepped up efforts to gather information on India’s defence preparedness and recent military procurements. Officials said earlier attempts largely relied on luring lower-level staff in the defence establishment with money to extract information. Such cases have periodically surfaced in the form of arrests of employees, including clerical staff, for allegedly spying for Pakistan. The agencies now claim the ISI has altered its approach and is attempting to target higher-ranking officials, believing they have access to more sensitive details related to national security.

Paracetamol syrup shortage hits govt hospitals for infants in Tamil Nadu
Health

Paracetamol syrup shortage hits govt hospitals for infants in Tamil Nadu

Chennai: Parents visiting government hospitals in Tamil Nadu say paracetamol syrup meant for children—especially those under one year—is in short supply, forcing hospitals to issue tablets instead. Tamil Nadu records about 9 lakh deliveries annually, and children receive multiple vaccinations from birth up to 16 years. Soon after immunisation, some children develop fever or swelling at the injection site. To manage such post-vaccination symptoms, liquid paracetamol syrup is typically provided. With around 60% of children receiving vaccinations at government facilities, the shortage has led staff to hand out a paracetamol tablet and advise parents to break it into four parts and dissolve it in water before giving it to infants.

TN announces ₹2 per unit power subsidy for all restaurants
Business

TN announces ₹2 per unit power subsidy for all restaurants

Chennai: Chief Minister M K Stalin has ordered a subsidy of ₹2 per unit on additional electricity consumption for all types of eateries that shift from cooking gas to electric stoves, officials said. The decision follows an assessment meeting at the Secretariat in Chennai, chaired by the Chief Minister, to address difficulties arising from a cooking gas shortage in Tamil Nadu amid a war-like situation in Gulf countries. Senior officials, including Chief Secretary Muruganandam and representatives of public sector oil companies, attended.

Bihar polls: BJP spent 2% of funds, won 89 seats; Congress spent 28%, won 6
Politics

Bihar polls: BJP spent 2% of funds, won 89 seats; Congress spent 28%, won 6

New Delhi: Expense statements filed with the Election Commission after the Bihar Assembly election held in November 2025 show a sharp contrast between the BJP and the Congress in both spending patterns and outcomes. The BJP, which contested 101 seats alongside Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s Janata Dal (United), won 89 constituencies, while the JD(U) won 85. Nitish Kumar was sworn in as Chief Minister, with BJP leaders Samrat Choudhary and Vijay Kumar Sinha taking oath as Deputy Chief Ministers. The Congress, in opposition, won only six seats.

Poor must feel justice in their own language: Governor Arlekar
General

Poor must feel justice in their own language: Governor Arlekar

Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar on Saturday said public confidence in the country strengthens only when the poor and marginalised receive justice and are able to understand it in their own language. He was speaking at a seminar in Chennai organised by the Union Law and Justice Ministry on the Tele-Law programme, an electronic platform aimed at taking legal services to people on the margins of society. An e-book titled “Advocacy Laws for the North Eastern States” was also released at the event.

Audit flags Rs 25.52 lakh irregularity in Sabarimala ghee sales
General

Audit flags Rs 25.52 lakh irregularity in Sabarimala ghee sales

The Travancore Devaswom Board’s audit wing has reported irregularities worth Rs 25.52 lakh in the sale of ghee packets meant for abhishekam at the Sabarimala Ayyappa temple. The findings relate to the Mandala pooja and Makaravilakku season, and were submitted as an interim report to the Kerala High Court. Ghee packets are sold at the sannidhanam for devotees’ convenience. A complaint raised in January alleged malpractice in the sale of “Athi Ishtam ghee” during the previous season, following which an inquiry was initiated.

West Asia war tensions set to boost US arms makers, analysts say
Politics

West Asia war tensions set to boost US arms makers, analysts say

Tensions and open conflict in West Asia are expected to push up global weapons demand in the coming months, with US defence manufacturers likely to be among the biggest beneficiaries, according to reports and military analysts. The situation escalated after a joint US-Israel strike on Iran on February 28, which, the report says, pushed the wider region into a war-like environment. Following the killing of Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the confrontation has intensified beyond border clashes, with the conflict described as moving toward efforts aimed at regime change.

Migrant workers leave Kerala amid cooking gas cylinder shortage
Business

Migrant workers leave Kerala amid cooking gas cylinder shortage

Thiruvananthapuram: A shortage of cooking gas cylinders has begun to disrupt daily business in Kerala, with several small eateries and some commercial establishments temporarily shutting down. The situation has triggered an unexpected movement of migrant workers, especially those from Assam and West Bengal, who form a major part of the workforce in many restaurants across the state. With workplaces closed, many have started leaving for their home states. The shortage is being linked to heightened war tensions in the West Asian region, which has affected the availability of cooking gas in India. Similar closures of small eateries have been reported in multiple states.

Pakistan allows up to 30% salary cut for govt employees amid fuel spike
Business

Pakistan allows up to 30% salary cut for govt employees amid fuel spike

Pakistan has allowed salary reductions of up to 30% for employees working in government-controlled institutions and organisations, citing the impact of rising fuel prices linked to the ongoing conflict in West Asia. In a statement, the Prime Minister’s Office said pay cuts ranging from 5% to 30% have been permitted as part of austerity steps decided during a high-level review on the fuel price shock. The government said the entire savings generated through these measures would be used for public welfare programmes.

Madras HC: Seek bail cancellation instead of Goondas detention
Crime

Madras HC: Seek bail cancellation instead of Goondas detention

The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court has held that when an accused misuses liberty granted on bail and commits further offences, authorities should consider moving to cancel bail instead of routinely invoking preventive detention under the Goondas Act. The court was hearing a petition filed by Palanivelrajan, who challenged a preventive detention order issued by the Madurai Police Commissioner on September 17, 2025. A case had been registered against him alleging that he waylaid a person, assaulted him with a knife and an iron rod, used obscene language and threatened bystanders.

DMK alliance faces strain as Congress gets three more seats
Politics

DMK alliance faces strain as Congress gets three more seats

Tension has surfaced within the DMK-led secular progressive alliance after the DMK leadership allotted the Congress three more Assembly constituencies than in 2021, along with a Rajya Sabha seat. The move has prompted alliance partners, including the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) and the Communist parties, to press for increased seat shares. According to the report, DMK has also finalised an understanding with the MDMK for four constituencies, with the party expected to contest in three of them under the DMK’s ‘Rising Sun’ symbol. Meanwhile, the newly inducted DMDK has been given a Rajya Sabha position, and is said to be in line for a significant number of constituencies.

Centre urges consumers to shift to PNG amid LPG cylinder shortage
Business

Centre urges consumers to shift to PNG amid LPG cylinder shortage

India is facing disruptions in cooking gas cylinder distribution, prompting the Union government to urge consumers to move to alternative energy options. Officials have particularly advised residents in areas with piped natural gas (PNG) infrastructure to switch to PNG connections immediately. The supply strain has been linked to continuing war-related tensions in West Asia, which have affected crude oil supply chains and pushed up fuel prices globally. The situation has also contributed to shortages of LPG cylinders in several places.

AI may devalue human effort if its dominance grows: SC Justice Sundaresh
Technology

AI may devalue human effort if its dominance grows: SC Justice Sundaresh

Supreme Court Justice M.M. Sundaresh on Saturday cautioned that the rapid spread of artificial intelligence could eventually make human effort seem less valuable. He said machines have been taught to think and respond, and if this trend continues, the impact could be felt widely. He was speaking at the launch of “Life, Law and Literature – Reflections of a Judge”, a book written in English and Tamil by Madras High Court Justice N. Anand Venkatesh. The event was organised by the Indian Advocates Association and New Century Book House at the Bar Council auditorium in Chennai.

US offers Rs 100 crore reward for tips on 10 Iranian leaders
Politics

US offers Rs 100 crore reward for tips on 10 Iranian leaders

The US State Department has announced a reward of up to Rs 100 crore for information leading to the identification or location of 10 senior leaders of Iran’s Islamic Republic, including the country’s new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei. According to the report, Iran’s former supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in a joint US-Israel attack on February 28. After his death, it was widely expected that the Iranian government would weaken.

Sewage flows into perennial Bhavani river, residents alarmed
Environment

Sewage flows into perennial Bhavani river, residents alarmed

A short video report has flagged an alarming situation in the Bhavani river, which is known as a perennial water source. The visuals indicate sewage water flowing into the river. The incident has triggered concerns about water pollution and the potential impact on communities that depend on the river for daily needs. The report has renewed calls for effective sewage management and steps to prevent untreated wastewater from entering natural water bodies.

Madras HC cancels action against cops who arrested student Sophia
Politics

Madras HC cancels action against cops who arrested student Sophia

The Madras High Court has quashed the Tamil Nadu State Human Rights Commission (SHRC) order that sought disciplinary action against police personnel who arrested research scholar Louis Sophia after an incident involving BJP leader Tamilisai. The case relates to a 2018 Indigo flight from Chennai to Thoothukudi, during which Tamilisai—then the Tamil Nadu BJP president—was travelling. Sophia, who was also on the flight, raised slogans against the BJP-led Union government, following which Tamilisai lodged a complaint with airport authorities.

HC allows Hindu Makkal Katchi meet in Chennai with conditions
Politics

HC allows Hindu Makkal Katchi meet in Chennai with conditions

The Madras High Court has granted conditional permission for the Hindu Makkal Katchi–Tamilagam to hold its conference titled “Tamil, Tamilar, Tamilagam Urimai Meedpu” in Chennai on March 15. The event is scheduled at the YMCA grounds in Royapettah. Party founder Arjun Sampath said the Chennai City Police had denied separate permissions sought for a conference, public meeting, rally and an indoor programme. Following a petition, the court heard arguments from both sides and allowed the conference to be held as an indoor event, while directing that no rally be conducted.

RERA allows fresh complaints against DMDK treasurer Sudheesh
Politics

RERA allows fresh complaints against DMDK treasurer Sudheesh

Chennai RERA has granted permission for fresh complaints to be registered against DMDK treasurer Sudheesh in connection with a housing project in Madhavaram, where homes were allegedly not handed over as per the agreement. Sudheesh and his wife Poornajothi, as landowners, are implementing an apartment project on their land along with Loka Developers. Earlier, five buyers, including Balathandapani, approached the Real Estate Regulatory Authority alleging that the constructed homes were not delivered within the stipulated time.

Vijay heads to Delhi; Velachery–St Thomas Mount rail link opens
General

Vijay heads to Delhi; Velachery–St Thomas Mount rail link opens

A series of developments marked March 14 across Tamil Nadu and beyond, ranging from transport and governance updates to sports and public events. Chennai’s long-awaited Velachery–St Thomas Mount suburban rail service began operations today. The first train departed Velachery at 5.25 am and reached St Thomas Mount at 6.05 am, a milestone for the city’s suburban rail network. Air India and Air India Express are scheduled to operate 80 flights to Gulf countries today. The special services are aimed at bringing back people stranded in West Asia.

Trump says he can’t predict how long the Iran war will last
Politics

Trump says he can’t predict how long the Iran war will last

US President Donald Trump has said he cannot predict how long the war will continue. Responding to a question from reporters, Trump said he was unable to give a timeline and questioned the value of knowing it. Speaking to the media, he said the US aimed to end what he described as nuclear threats in the Middle East and globally, and claimed the country was now in an “unprecedented” position of dominance. He also asserted that Iran’s naval and air capabilities had been destroyed, along with much of its military, and that it no longer had radar capability.

CM Stalin praises Panruti boys for education-themed Instagram reels
Education

CM Stalin praises Panruti boys for education-themed Instagram reels

Two schoolboys from Panruti in Cuddalore district, Deva and Jeeva, have drawn attention on social media for posting Instagram reels that highlight the importance of education in a humorous style. Their videos, often introduced with the line “Hi guys… I am your Deva,” have gone viral for urging students not to discontinue studies, including the message that one should not leave education midway. Chief Minister M.K. Stalin invited the boys in person, appreciated their efforts and encouraged them by presenting books. He also interacted with them and asked about the facilities available at their school.

Adobe CEO Shantanu Narayen to step down after 18 years
Business

Adobe CEO Shantanu Narayen to step down after 18 years

Shantanu Narayen, the Indian-origin Chief Executive Officer of Adobe, has decided to step down after leading the US-based software major for 18 years. Adobe is headquartered in San Jose, California, and Narayen has served as CEO since 2007. During his tenure, Adobe expanded beyond being a traditional software company and strengthened its position in cloud and AI-driven offerings. The company’s annual revenue is reported to have grown nearly six-fold to about $24 billion compared with the period when he took charge.

Rs 5 crore per seat cost pushes Vijay’s party to weigh alliance
Politics

Rs 5 crore per seat cost pushes Vijay’s party to weigh alliance

TVK’s internal candidate selection process has reportedly triggered fresh debate on whether the party can contest the Assembly election on its own. According to party functionaries, Vijay and Bussy Anand interviewed applicants who had submitted requests to contest in about 60 constituencies. During the interactions, they asked whether the aspirants could manage an estimated campaign spend of around Rs 5 crore per seat. Many applicants are said to have responded that they would not be able to meet such costs. While the official spending cap for an Assembly candidate is up to Rs 40 lakh, party sources said the actual expenditure is often much higher, and the question exposed the financial strain of a solo contest.

Annamalai claims turmoil in DMK alliance, hints at election-time twist
Politics

Annamalai claims turmoil in DMK alliance, hints at election-time twist

Coimbatore remarks BJP leader K Annamalai, speaking to reporters in Coimbatore, said the DMK-led alliance is witnessing internal unrest and that Tamil Nadu politics often sees a “twist” as election dates approach. Seat-sharing friction cited Referring to comments attributed to a CPM leader, Annamalai said allies were questioning why the Congress was being offered more seats while Left parties felt short-changed. He also pointed to demands raised by MDMK leader Vaiko and claimed that leaders within the alliance were increasingly voicing dissatisfaction.

TN to give Rs 2/unit power subsidy for eateries using electric stoves
Business

TN to give Rs 2/unit power subsidy for eateries using electric stoves

Tamil Nadu has announced an electricity subsidy of Rs 2 per unit for hotels, tea shops and cloud kitchens that are using electric stoves, citing an ongoing cooking gas shortage. TNEB Chairman Radhakrishnan told reporters in Chennai that the concession will remain in force until the gas supply situation returns to normal. He also said farmers can sell vegetables and fruits without restrictions at Uzhavar Sandhais, and that the state is taking steps to prevent wastage of produce as restaurants have reduced their purchases.

Centre working to limit war impact, says PM Modi in Assam
Politics

Centre working to limit war impact, says PM Modi in Assam

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said the Union government is working to minimise the impact of war, while accusing the Congress of creating fear among the public. Speaking at a public meeting in Silchar in Assam’s Cachar district, Modi made the remarks after inaugurating development projects valued at Rs 23,550 crore. He alleged that during Congress rule, Assam’s youth were pushed towards violence and terrorism, and claimed the party had neglected the northern states. He said Congress had failed to act like a responsible political party.

DMK seat talks hit snag; allies hint at reviving People’s Welfare Alliance
Politics

DMK seat talks hit snag; allies hint at reviving People’s Welfare Alliance

Seat-sharing negotiations within the DMK-led alliance have run into turbulence, with the party indicating it will offer fewer Assembly constituencies than it did in 2021. The move has reportedly upset the Communist parties and the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK), even as the overall seat allocation is yet to be finalised. While the number of seats has been settled only for Congress, MDMK and a few smaller parties, the DMK has not concluded talks with CPI, CPM and VCK. Sources said the DMK side has conveyed that each of these three parties may get only four seats this time, compared to six each in the previous election.

Seeman urges end to war, warns fuel shortage could hit campaigning
Politics

Seeman urges end to war, warns fuel shortage could hit campaigning

Tiruchy remarks Naam Tamilar Katchi (NTK) coordinator Seeman on Friday called on world nations to intervene and bring ongoing international conflicts to an end, warning that war leads to heavy loss of human lives. Fuel and economic impact Speaking to reporters in Tiruchy, he said the continued conflict has contributed to gas shortages, and remarked that without petrol and diesel, political campaigning could be forced back to bicycles. Social responsibility and safety Seeman also spoke about declining safety for women and children, linking it to social moral deterioration and substance abuse among many offenders. He said preventing such crimes is not only the government’s duty but also society’s responsibility.

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