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Chennai gold dips in morning, rebounds by evening
Business

Chennai gold dips in morning, rebounds by evening

Jewellery gold prices in Chennai saw sharp swings on March 24, with rates falling in the morning and recovering by evening. According to the reported rates, 22-carat gold dropped by ₹2,720 per sovereign in the morning to ₹1,04,000, while the per-gram price slipped by ₹340 to ₹13,000. By evening, the trend reversed. Gold rose by ₹2,000 per sovereign to ₹1,06,000, and increased by ₹250 per gram to ₹13,250. Overall, the report said gold was still ₹720 lower compared with the previous day.

DMK–VCK seat talks, AIADMK meet and market cues: Key events on March 24
General

DMK–VCK seat talks, AIADMK meet and market cues: Key events on March 24

Several political, public health and market developments marked March 24 across Tamil Nadu and beyond. In Chennai, AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami (EPS) is set to chair a meeting of district secretaries. The party is expected to discuss alliance seat allocation and assess constituencies where partners could improve winning prospects. On the alliance front, DMK and the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) held the second round of seat-sharing talks on Tuesday and said an agreement was reached.

GK Vasan denies rift over seat-sharing talks in NDA alliance
Politics

GK Vasan denies rift over seat-sharing talks in NDA alliance

Chennai: Speculation surfaced on Tuesday that Tamil Maanila Congress (Moopanar) was unhappy with seat-sharing in the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), after party leader GK Vasan did not attend the talks held at the AIADMK office. The meeting in Chennai was convened to finalise constituency allocation among NDA partners in Tamil Nadu, including the AIADMK, BJP, AMMK and PMK. The discussions were held in the presence of BJP election in-charge Piyush Goyal and AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami.

VCK to contest alone in 3 Puducherry seats, says Thirumavalavan
Politics

VCK to contest alone in 3 Puducherry seats, says Thirumavalavan

Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) will contest the upcoming Puducherry Assembly election on its own in three constituencies—Oussudu, Nettapakkam and Uzhavarkarai—party president Thol. Thirumavalavan has announced. Polling in Puducherry is scheduled for April 9. Thirumavalavan said seat-sharing talks within the INDIA alliance were dragged out, with Congress and the DMK deciding their respective seat counts only after nomination filing was completed. According to his statement, VCK had sought three seats, but the arrangement offered the party only one seat. He alleged that Congress, which is contesting a larger number of seats, did not come forward to allocate constituencies to smaller allies, while the DMK expressed willingness to give one seat to VCK.

Seven dogs escape moving truck, trek 17 km to reunite with owners
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Seven dogs escape moving truck, trek 17 km to reunite with owners

A video from China has gone viral after showing seven dogs escaping from a moving truck and later making their way back to their owners by travelling around 17 km together. The incident was reported from a busy highway in Changchun city in Jilin province. According to the report, the dogs—belonging to different breeds—were allegedly taken and transported in a truck by people linked to a dog meat shop, before the animals managed to escape.

DMK alliance allots 8 seats to VCK, up by two from 2021
Politics

DMK alliance allots 8 seats to VCK, up by two from 2021

After multiple rounds of negotiations, the DMK and the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) have signed a seat-sharing agreement for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly election. Under the pact, VCK has been allotted a total of eight constituencies, including two general constituencies. The allocation marks an increase of two seats compared with the 2021 Assembly election. In 2021, VCK had contested six seats—four reserved constituencies and two general constituencies. This time, the party has been allotted six reserved constituencies and two general constituencies.

DMK releases 13-candidate list for Puducherry Assembly polls
Politics

DMK releases 13-candidate list for Puducherry Assembly polls

The DMK on March 24 released its list of 13 candidates for the upcoming Puducherry Assembly election, scheduled to be held on April 9. The announcement comes after prolonged seat-sharing negotiations within the INDIA alliance in Puducherry, where differences emerged over contesting more seats. After multiple rounds of talks, the parties reached an agreement. As per the final arrangement, the Congress will contest 16 seats, the DMK 13 seats, and the Communist Party of India will contest one seat.

Thirumavalavan: Won’t risk alliance prospects over one or two seats
Politics

Thirumavalavan: Won’t risk alliance prospects over one or two seats

Chennai: Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) president Thol. Thirumavalavan said the party chose to finalise its seat-sharing agreement with the DMK-led alliance without creating disputes over “one or two constituencies”, as it could trigger unrest within the coalition and hurt its prospects. Speaking to reporters after signing the agreement, he said the party’s high-level committee had earlier resolved to seek a double-digit number of seats and also press for a Rajya Sabha berth that would fall vacant in 2028. He said these demands were discussed with Chief Minister M.K. Stalin.

PM Modi to chair all-party meet in Delhi on West Asia crisis
Politics

PM Modi to chair all-party meet in Delhi on West Asia crisis

An all-party meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be held in Delhi on Tuesday, March 25, to discuss the evolving war situation in West Asia. The meeting is scheduled for 5 pm at the Parliament complex, with invitations sent to all political parties. According to the report, the conflict has intensified after the United States and Israel began attacks on Iran from February 28, with Iran responding in return. The developments have heightened tensions across the region.

No SC benefits after religious conversion, Supreme Court rules
Politics

No SC benefits after religious conversion, Supreme Court rules

New Delhi: The Supreme Court has ruled that members of Scheduled Castes who belong to Hinduism, Sikhism or Buddhism cannot claim Scheduled Caste benefits and constitutional protections if they convert to another religion. The case arose from a complaint filed by Chinthada Anand of Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh, who converted from Hinduism to Christianity and works as a preacher. He alleged that he was assaulted and abused with caste-based slurs, following which police registered a case under the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act and filed a charge sheet.

Trump blames Defence Secretary Hegseth for starting Iran war
Politics

Trump blames Defence Secretary Hegseth for starting Iran war

Washington: US President Donald Trump has blamed Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth for pushing the United States toward war against Iran. The US-Israel conflict with Iran has entered its fourth week. Trump has put on hold for five days all planned military strikes targeting Iran’s power stations and energy infrastructure, amid questions over who triggered the escalation. There are differing accounts of how the confrontation unfolded. Some observers say Israel was already preparing to launch attacks and that the developments eventually drew the United States into the conflict.

West Asia war needs dialogue, not escalation: PM Modi in Rajya Sabha
Politics

West Asia war needs dialogue, not escalation: PM Modi in Rajya Sabha

Prime Minister Narendra Modi told the Rajya Sabha that the ongoing West Asia war can be resolved only through dialogue, and said India has been in continuous contact with the United States, Israel and Iran. He said the conflict has intensified energy-related concerns and disrupted trade routes, affecting the regular supply of petrol, diesel, gas and fertilisers. With many Indians working in Gulf countries, he noted that protecting their lives and livelihoods remains a major concern for India.

Too Much Smartphone Use May Rewire Your Brain, Studies Warn
Health

Too Much Smartphone Use May Rewire Your Brain, Studies Warn

Chennai: From the moment people wake up to the time they fall asleep, smartphones have become inseparable from daily life. While many celebrate living in a “smart” world, recent studies are warning that excessive phone use may gradually alter how the brain functions. Researchers say prolonged screen time is linked to increased distraction, weaker memory and reduced decision-making ability. The reports point to the brain’s reward system, where repeated unlocking, scrolling and social-media “likes” can trigger dopamine release—creating short-lived pleasure that may reinforce compulsive checking.

Mohan Bhagwat urges citizens to report illegal immigrants to authorities
Politics

Mohan Bhagwat urges citizens to report illegal immigrants to authorities

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on Monday urged citizens to identify illegal immigrants and report them to the appropriate authorities. He said people should remain vigilant about foreigners who have entered the country unlawfully. Speaking at the inauguration of the Jeevan Deep Ashram in Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh, Bhagwat said the public should ensure that such infiltrators do not find employment. At the same time, he cautioned against discrimination among the country’s own people.

Ignore DMK to keep children safe, says BJP leader Annamalai
Politics

Ignore DMK to keep children safe, says BJP leader Annamalai

BJP leader and former Tamil Nadu BJP president K Annamalai on Tuesday said that “fully ignoring the DMK” is the only way to ensure children’s safety in the state. In a statement, he referred to a case in Chennai in which a man identified as Bharath—described as a DMK 139th ward deputy organiser and a functionary in the party’s lawyers’ wing—was arrested under the POCSO Act. Annamalai alleged the accused had sexually harassed a 13-year-old girl over several years.

Indian Navy escorts two LPG tankers bound for India via Hormuz
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Indian Navy escorts two LPG tankers bound for India via Hormuz

Two India-registered LPG tankers carrying liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) are sailing towards India after transiting the Strait of Hormuz, with Indian Navy warships providing security. The vessels—identified as Jag Vasanth and Pine Gas—are currently in the Gulf of Oman and are operating in close proximity, according to Rajesh Kumar Sinha, Special Secretary for Ports. Sinha said the ships are carrying a combined 92,612 tonnes of LPG. They crossed the Hormuz Strait via Iran’s Larak and Qeshm islands.

Stalin rules out giving DMK-won seats to allies for next Assembly poll
Politics

Stalin rules out giving DMK-won seats to allies for next Assembly poll

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has firmly told alliance partners that the DMK will not allocate constituencies it won in the 2021 Assembly election to other parties in the upcoming poll, according to party sources. The DMK had won 133 seats in 2021 under the “Rising Sun” symbol and is keen to contest those constituencies again. However, the party is also considering replacing some sitting MLAs in these seats, citing public dissatisfaction and the need to field new faces.

Jagan Mohan Reddy–Sharmila family property dispute heads to tribunal hearing
Politics

Jagan Mohan Reddy–Sharmila family property dispute heads to tribunal hearing

A multi-crore family property dispute has intensified in Andhra Pradesh between former Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy and his sister YS Sharmila, the state Congress chief. Their mother YS Vijayamma has publicly supported Sharmila, alleging unfair treatment in the division of assets. The disagreement traces back to the death of former Chief Minister YS Rajasekhara Reddy in a 2009 helicopter crash. As no formal will was left, the family’s assets, businesses and political legacy became a point of contention, with Vijayamma stating that the properties have not been properly partitioned.

Seeman alleges voters are being misled with freebies like mixers
Politics

Seeman alleges voters are being misled with freebies like mixers

Chennai: Naam Tamilar Katchi (NTK) chief coordinator Seeman on Sunday alleged that people were being misled during elections by distributing household items such as “anda, gunda and mixi”. He made the remarks while launching his campaign in Tiruttani after announcing candidates for all 234 Assembly constituencies. In his speech, Seeman said several groups—including doctors, nurses, teachers and farmers—were continuing protests, and questioned claims of “good governance” amid such unrest. He also criticised the practice of giving women Rs 5,000, asking whose money was being used and alleging that votes were being secured through payments.

Centre undoing Congress ‘sins’, says PM Modi on oil bonds and growth
Politics

Centre undoing Congress ‘sins’, says PM Modi on oil bonds and growth

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said the current Union government is working to “wash away” what he described as the mistakes of the previous Congress-led government, referring to oil bonds issued during 2004–2010. Speaking at a TV channel event in Delhi, Modi said fuel and cooking gas prices were a major issue during that period. He alleged the Congress was more focused on retaining power than addressing public concerns.

Trump says US in talks with a top Iranian leader, declines to name
Politics

Trump says US in talks with a top Iranian leader, declines to name

Florida: US President Donald Trump said Washington is engaged in high-level talks with a “top person” in Iran, but refused to disclose the individual’s identity. His remarks come as the war launched by the US and Israel against Iran enters its fourth week. Earlier, Trump said progress in talks had led to a decision to pause a planned strike on power stations and energy infrastructure. Iran, however, has publicly denied that any negotiations are taking place with the United States.

Colombian military C-130 crashes near Peru border; fate of 110 unclear
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Colombian military C-130 crashes near Peru border; fate of 110 unclear

A Colombian military aircraft crashed shortly after taking off in the country’s southern Amazon region near the border with Peru, authorities said. The aircraft was identified as a Lockheed Martin C-130 Hercules. Officials said 110 soldiers were on board at the time of the accident. Colombia’s Defence Minister confirmed the crash but said the number of deaths, if any, has not yet been officially verified. Rescue teams have been dispatched to the site after receiving information about the incident.

Majumdar warns Hindus may become minority in West Bengal
Politics

Majumdar warns Hindus may become minority in West Bengal

Kolkata: Union Minister and BJP MP Sukanta Majumdar has expressed concern that demographic changes in West Bengal could eventually turn Hindus into a minority in the state. Speaking about the political situation ahead of the Assembly elections, Majumdar said changes in population patterns in border districts are reshaping the state’s political landscape. He noted that a census has not yet been conducted, but Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has stated that Muslims make up 33% of the state’s population.

Supreme Court raps West Bengal over delays in Kolkata Metro work
Politics

Supreme Court raps West Bengal over delays in Kolkata Metro work

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Monday strongly criticised the West Bengal government over alleged hurdles to the Kolkata Metro construction, saying a public-benefit development project should not be unnecessarily politicised. The case relates to the Metro corridor linking Sector 5 in Salt Lake with South Kolkata. A petition before the Calcutta High Court had flagged prolonged obstruction at the ‘Singrigatta’ junction and sought directions to complete the work quickly.

Pakistan Army chief’s Iran remark sparks backlash from Shia leaders
Politics

Pakistan Army chief’s Iran remark sparks backlash from Shia leaders

Pakistan has seen protests condemning the reported killing of Iran’s top Shia leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in what was described as a joint US-Israel strike. Iran is a West Asian country where Shia Muslims form the majority. In Pakistan, Sunnis are the majority, while Shias are estimated to make up around 20% of the population. Against this backdrop, Pakistan Army chief Gen Asim Munir, speaking at an iftar event in Rawalpindi, made a controversial remark suggesting that Shia Muslims who “love Iran too much” should go to that country.

Hyderabad to build world’s first road tunnel under airport runway
Technology

Hyderabad to build world’s first road tunnel under airport runway

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has said Hyderabad is building what he described as the world’s first underground road tunnel beneath an airport runway. The project is coming up under the runway at Begumpet Airport. Speaking during the Question Hour in the Telangana Assembly, the Chief Minister said major Indian metros such as Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Chennai face daily disruptions due to air pollution, poor drainage systems and traffic congestion. He added that Hyderabad performs better in comparison, but warned that without timely reforms the city could face similar problems in the future.

Centre may use 2011 Census to roll out women’s quota law
Politics

Centre may use 2011 Census to roll out women’s quota law

New Delhi: The Union BJP-led government is reportedly planning to implement the women’s reservation law based on the 2011 Census, in a move aimed at speeding up the rollout. The “Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam”, passed in 2023, provides 33% reservation for women in Parliament and State Assemblies. However, the law is currently linked to the completion of a population census and the subsequent delimitation exercise. With the next census process expected to conclude only by 2027, questions had been raised over whether the quota could take effect before the 2029 Lok Sabha election. The new plan, according to reports, is to proceed using the 2011 Census as the basis.

Oil firms weigh 10-kg LPG cylinders as war-linked shortage hits supply
Business

Oil firms weigh 10-kg LPG cylinders as war-linked shortage hits supply

New Delhi: A prolonged conflict in West Asia has disrupted crude oil movement, triggering a shortage of both domestic and commercial LPG cylinders in India, according to the report. The disruption is linked to Iran blocking the Strait of Hormuz, a key global shipping route for crude. With imports affected, India’s LPG availability has come under pressure. To manage the situation, the Union government has initiated steps to source crude through alternate routes and suppliers, expanding the number of countries India imports from to 41, up from 27.

Modi in Lok Sabha: India must face West Asia crisis, curb rumours
Politics

Modi in Lok Sabha: India must face West Asia crisis, curb rumours

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday told the Lok Sabha that the situation in West Asia is “deeply worrying” and has created unprecedented challenges for India. He said the country must face the crisis with the same resolve shown during the COVID-19 period, while ensuring that misinformation does not gain ground. Referring to the continuing conflict involving Iran, the Prime Minister said disruptions in a region critical to energy supplies and international trade routes can impact multiple economies, including India’s. He noted that External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri had already briefed the House on developments, and that India has been urging an early resolution.

Vijay not seen as trustworthy, Piyush Goyal tells TN BJP leaders
Politics

Vijay not seen as trustworthy, Piyush Goyal tells TN BJP leaders

Chennai: Union minister Piyush Goyal has reportedly told Tamil Nadu BJP functionaries that Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay does not appear to be a trustworthy political partner. According to BJP sources, Union Home Minister Amit Shah had made serious efforts to bring Vijay into the National Democratic Alliance (NDA). The outreach was said to have been carried out directly and also through intermediaries including Jay Shah, Piyush Goyal and others close to Shah.

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