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Farmers unhappy as Cauvery–Vaigai–Gundar link gets Rs 150 crore
Environment

Farmers unhappy as Cauvery–Vaigai–Gundar link gets Rs 150 crore

Farmers have expressed dissatisfaction over the Tamil Nadu budget allocating only Rs 150 crore for the Cauvery–Vaigai–Gundar river-linking project, which has been estimated at Rs 6,941 crore. The plan proposes a 262-km canal to carry surplus water from the Cauvery in Tiruchirappalli through the South Vellar, Vaigai and Kridhumal rivers up to Gundar, benefiting districts including Karur, Tiruchirappalli, Pudukkottai, Sivaganga, Ramanathapuram, Virudhunagar and Thoothukudi. The project was designed to be implemented in three phases.

Supreme Court urges restraint by police during student protests
Politics

Supreme Court urges restraint by police during student protests

New Delhi: The Supreme Court has advised police and rapid action forces to exercise restraint while dealing with student protests, stressing that aggressive handling can escalate situations. The observation came during a hearing by a bench led by Chief Justice Suryakant, which considered petitions related to violence that erupted during student protests in Delhi and other states. The bench also heard a separate plea seeking action against the “Karappanpoochi Janata Party”, alleging it was responsible for violence during a protest in Delhi.

No budget mention on Parandur, Hosur, Rameswaram airport plans
Politics

No budget mention on Parandur, Hosur, Rameswaram airport plans

No announcements in the latest budget The Tamil Nadu government’s budget, presented on Wednesday, did not carry any announcement on the proposed Parandur airport near Chennai, or on the planned airports at Hosur and Rameswaram. Industry circles had been watching for clarity on whether the state would move ahead with Parandur or propose an alternative. Parandur project remains unclear Parandur in Kancheepuram district had earlier been identified as the site for Chennai’s second airport, with the proposal announced during the previous DMK regime. The project has already received two clearances from the Union government—site approval and in-principle approval.

Madras High Court: Govt can’t be directed to enact specific law
Politics

Madras High Court: Govt can’t be directed to enact specific law

The Madras High Court has held that the state government cannot be ordered to enact a law in a specific manner. The court made the observation while hearing a petition seeking a dedicated road safety legislation in Tamil Nadu. The petition was filed by R. Thambaiya, founder of the Tamil Road Culture Association from Salem. He sought directions to the Tamil Nadu government to frame a Road Safety Act to curb road accidents in the state.

BCCI eyes VVS Laxman as chief selector, set to replace Agarkar
Sports

BCCI eyes VVS Laxman as chief selector, set to replace Agarkar

New Delhi: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is understood to be preparing a change at the top of the national selection panel, with former India batter VVS Laxman likely to be appointed as the next chief selector. Current chairman Ajit Agarkar’s tenure is set to end in September, and an extension now appears unlikely. Agarkar has led the selection committee since 2023. During his term, India won three ICC titles — the T20 World Cups in 2024 and 2026, and the Champions Trophy in 2025 — while also bringing several strong domestic performers into the national set-up.

Kerala rains toll rises to 27; red alert in Alappuzha, Kottayam
Environment

Kerala rains toll rises to 27; red alert in Alappuzha, Kottayam

Kerala continues to face intense rainfall as the southwest monsoon has strengthened again over the past week. Officials said the death toll linked to the rain has risen to 27 in the last four days, while four people remain missing. A red alert was issued for Alappuzha and Kottayam districts as heavy showers persisted. As a precaution, schools and colleges were closed in 10 districts including Thrissur, Idukki, Wayanad, Ernakulam, Alappuzha and Kottayam.

Minister Rajmohan says school education gets ‘real’ funding increase
Politics

Minister Rajmohan says school education gets ‘real’ funding increase

Chennai: Minister Rajmohan has said the Victory Kazhagam government’s budget has delivered a “real” increase in funding for the School Education Department. In his statement, he referred to the 2025–26 DMK budget allocation of Rs 46,767 crore for school education, and said that only Rs 42,351 crore had been spent up to the period before the interim budget. He alleged that the 2026–27 interim budget—despite not announcing new schemes—projected higher figures by overestimating salary slabs and other expenditures, and announced Rs 48,534 crore for school education. According to him, this was Rs 6,003 crore higher than the actual spending in 2025–26, without valid reasons.

‘Super Clean, Super Campus’ scheme announced for government schools
Education

‘Super Clean, Super Campus’ scheme announced for government schools

A new initiative titled “Super Clean, Super Campus” has been announced for government schools, according to a video report published by Dinamalar. The announcement highlights a focus on improving the school campus environment, positioning cleanliness and campus upkeep as key priorities. The update also refers to an additional student-focused measure: smart bicycles to be provided along with a water bottle and helmet. The report is presented in the context of Tamil Nadu Budget 2026-related updates, with the announcement framed as a notable development for students in government schools.

TNPL kicks off as Dindigul go aggressive in opening match
Sports

TNPL kicks off as Dindigul go aggressive in opening match

The Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) has officially kicked off, marking the start of the new season. In the opening match, Dindigul drew attention with an aggressive approach, setting the tone early in the tournament. The match was featured as a video update by Dinamalar, highlighting key moments from Dindigul’s attacking start. The TNPL opener signals the beginning of another season of domestic T20 action in Tamil Nadu, with more matches and updates expected in the coming days.

School education allocation up in real terms, says Minister Rajmohan
Education

School education allocation up in real terms, says Minister Rajmohan

School Education Minister Rajmohan has said the Tamil Nadu Budget has provided a real increase in funds for the school education department, even as there are claims that the allocation is lower than last year. Responding to criticism that the budget outlay for school education has been reduced, the minister said the actual funding made available is higher when viewed in real terms. He pointed out that the 2025-26 DMK budget has earmarked Rs 46,767 crore for school education.

Feeding 25–30 People Daily From One Person’s Salary
General

Feeding 25–30 People Daily From One Person’s Salary

A short video shared by Dinamalar highlights a charitable initiative in which a single individual uses their salary to provide food for others. According to the brief description, the daily support reaches around 25 to 30 people, showing how consistent personal contributions can make a meaningful impact. The clip, published in Dinamalar’s short-format section, focuses on the act of giving and the scale of assistance achieved through regular spending from one person’s income.

Actress Sreeleela visits Arunachaleswarar Temple in Tiruvannamalai
Entertainment

Actress Sreeleela visits Arunachaleswarar Temple in Tiruvannamalai

Popular film actress Sreeleela visited the Arunachaleswarar Temple (Annamalaiyar Temple) in Tiruvannamalai and offered prayers. The visit was reported through a short video post published by Dinamalar. No further details about the timing of the visit or accompanying persons were provided in the source. The Arunachaleswarar Temple in Tiruvannamalai is one of Tamil Nadu’s prominent places of worship and regularly draws devotees and visitors.

TN Budget 2026: Cheer for Exporters, says Dinamalar video
Business

TN Budget 2026: Cheer for Exporters, says Dinamalar video

A short video published by Dinamalar describes the Tamil Nadu Budget 2026 as “good news” for exporters. The clip’s headline suggests that export-oriented businesses may benefit from the budget announcements. However, the available source text does not include specific measures, allocations, or policy changes. More details would be needed to explain which sectors gain and how exporters are expected to benefit.

TN Speaker Prabhakar questions ex-AIADMK MLAs who joined TVK
Politics

TN Speaker Prabhakar questions ex-AIADMK MLAs who joined TVK

Tamil Nadu Assembly Speaker Prabhakar on Monday questioned four former AIADMK MLAs who resigned their seats and later joined the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), following a complaint seeking action under anti-defection provisions. The former legislators—Jeyakumar (Perundurai), Maragatham Kumaravel (Madurantakam), Sathyabama (Dharapuram) and Isakki Subbiah (Ambasamudram)—had earlier voted in the Assembly in support of the TVK government before stepping down as MLAs and quitting the AIADMK. Acting on a representation from the AIADMK side led by general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami, the Speaker had directed both sides to appear at his Secretariat office on August 4. The four former MLAs appeared, while AIADMK MLAs Agri Krishnamurthy and Thalavaisundaram represented Palaniswami.

Tax amendment bill tabled; govt may decide fee waiver for digital payments
Business

Tax amendment bill tabled; govt may decide fee waiver for digital payments

The Union government has tabled the Tax and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026 in the Lok Sabha, aimed at boosting foreign investment and supporting India’s push to become a global manufacturing hub. A key provision would empower the Centre to decide on waivers for charges collected from merchants on electronic payment methods. The move is expected to revive debate around the long-running “zero fee” policy for digital transactions. Banks and payment companies have repeatedly argued that the current waiver regime makes it difficult to recover transaction processing costs. The bill’s proposal is seen as a potential shift in that direction.

Centre warns Meta over AI defamatory video on PM, obscene content
Technology

Centre warns Meta over AI defamatory video on PM, obscene content

New Delhi: The Union government has issued a strong warning to Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, over an AI-generated defamatory video targeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the circulation of obscene videos involving women and children. The issue comes amid a separate incident in which a selfie video posted by the Prime Minister on his Facebook page—aimed at reassuring youth protesting in Delhi over an alleged question paper leak—was briefly blocked. The Centre criticised the action, while Meta said it was a technical glitch and apologised.

Tamil Nadu Budget: Department-wise allocations announced
Politics

Tamil Nadu Budget: Department-wise allocations announced

Tamil Nadu’s latest budget has detailed department-wise financial allocations across key sectors, outlining spending priorities for the year. Among the largest heads, the state has earmarked Rs 47,240 crore for the Pension and Pensioners’ Welfare Department. School Education has been allocated Rs 44,527 crore, while Rural Development and Panchayat Raj has received Rs 39,609 crore. Urban-focused spending includes Rs 29,863 crore for Municipal Administration and Rs 8,852 crore for Housing and Urban Development. Highways and Minor Ports has been allotted Rs 21,524 crore, and the Transport Department Rs 13,561 crore.

Seven blasts in 20 minutes near Dubai’s Jebel Ali port spark tension
General

Seven blasts in 20 minutes near Dubai’s Jebel Ali port spark tension

Dubai’s Jebel Ali port area and a nearby industrial zone witnessed a series of powerful attacks on Wednesday, triggering heightened tension in the emirate. Authorities said seven explosions were heard within a span of 20 minutes. Thick black smoke was seen rising high from the affected locations, according to official accounts. However, UAE officials have not released information on the nature of the incident or the extent of any damage.

Tamil Nadu debt doubles to Rs 10 lakh crore, says Finance Minister
Politics

Tamil Nadu debt doubles to Rs 10 lakh crore, says Finance Minister

Tamil Nadu’s outstanding debt has doubled over the last five years and is now around Rs 10 lakh crore, Finance Minister Mariya Wilson said in her Budget speech in Chennai. She said the government had already highlighted the scale of the debt soon after assuming office through a white paper on financial management. She added that on several fiscal indicators—such as the share of own tax revenue in the state’s gross domestic product, revenue deficit and fiscal deficit—Tamil Nadu lags behind comparable states.

Tamil Nadu Budget 2026 draws sharp reactions from party leaders
Politics

Tamil Nadu Budget 2026 draws sharp reactions from party leaders

Reactions to the Tamil Nadu Budget 2026 were sharply divided, with opposition leaders alleging that key election promises were missing and that the document offered little clarity on managing the state’s finances. AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami said the government’s assurances had not found a place in the Budget, questioning what happened to the promise of a complete farm loan waiver. He also raised concerns over a fiscal deficit of Rs 1.21 lakh crore and argued that the Budget did not explain how the gap would be addressed.

Parliament deadlock may end soon, Rijiju says after meeting Rahul
Politics

Parliament deadlock may end soon, Rijiju says after meeting Rahul

New Delhi: Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Tuesday said the ongoing disruption in Parliament by Opposition parties is likely to be resolved soon. Opposition members have been stalling proceedings while raising multiple issues, including alleged question paper leaks. The Centre has said it is ready for a discussion, but the Opposition has continued to block the House. Against this backdrop, Rijiju met Lok Sabha Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi for about 50 minutes. This was their second meeting in the last 10 days.

Tamil Nadu Budget: Where each rupee comes from and goes
Politics

Tamil Nadu Budget: Where each rupee comes from and goes

Tamil Nadu Finance Minister Mariy Wilson presented the budget for the current financial year. The budget document also outlined how the state’s finances break down for every rupee—both on the revenue side and the expenditure side. On the revenue side, the largest share comes from the state’s own tax revenue at 43.3%. Public debt accounts for 33.1%, while the state’s share in central taxes is 11.9% and grants from the Union government make up 6.3%.

TN Assembly session to run till Sept 8; budget debate on Aug 7, 10, 11
Politics

TN Assembly session to run till Sept 8; budget debate on Aug 7, 10, 11

The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly’s budget session will continue until September 8, Speaker JCD Prabhakar said in Chennai after an Assembly Business Advisory Committee meeting. He said the Agriculture Budget will be presented tomorrow. On August 7, the House will pass condolence resolutions for noted personalities who have passed away. The debate on the budget is scheduled for August 7, 10 and 11, followed by the government’s reply on August 12. The Assembly will not meet on August 13, 14 and 15 due to Independence Day-related arrangements.

Modi says Article 370 abrogation marked a new chapter in history
Politics

Modi says Article 370 abrogation marked a new chapter in history

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said the abrogation of Article 370, which had granted special status to Jammu and Kashmir, marked “a new chapter” in history. Recalling the decision taken on August 5, 2019, Modi noted that Articles 370 and 35A were removed by the Union government. He said the step signalled a fresh phase in the journey of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. In his message, the Prime Minister said the past seven years have seen wide-ranging changes in people’s lives, citing expanded infrastructure and increased opportunities in education, healthcare, entrepreneurship and sports.

Supreme Court urges restraint by law enforcement during protests
Politics

Supreme Court urges restraint by law enforcement during protests

New Delhi The Supreme Court on Tuesday advised law enforcement agencies to exercise restraint while dealing with protests, stressing that maintaining peace should be the immediate priority. The observation came during the hearing of a petition seeking action against members of the “Karappan Poochi Janata Party”, alleging their involvement in violence during a protest in Delhi. The matter was heard by a bench led by Chief Justice Surya Kant, along with Justices Jaymalya Bagchi and V. Mohana. The petition was filed by retired Air Force officer Manish Kumar Solanki.

TN Budget: 10 Olympic centres, 12 old-age homes among key plans
Politics

TN Budget: 10 Olympic centres, 12 old-age homes among key plans

Tamil Nadu’s latest budget has outlined a wide set of initiatives spanning sports, education, welfare, technology and healthcare. Among the headline announcements is a plan to set up 10 Olympic special centres across the state with an allocation of Rs 50 crore, aimed at improving high-performance training. On the welfare front, the government has earmarked Rs 6.6 crore to establish 12 old-age homes—one each in 12 districts. It also announced senior citizens’ recreation centres in five districts in the first phase, and allocated Rs 33 crore for 1,000 mobile geriatric care units across Tamil Nadu.

Dinamalar short video features Rahul Gandhi with political remark
Politics

Dinamalar short video features Rahul Gandhi with political remark

A short-form video published on Dinamalar’s Shorts/Reels section has drawn attention for its Tamil title, which conveys a pointed political remark. The clip is listed under a page tagged with “Congress – Rahul Gandhi” on Dinamalar’s platform, indicating the video’s focus on the Congress leader. Beyond the title and the tag, no additional details about the video’s content were available from the provided source text. The video is accessible through Dinamalar’s website under its Shorts/Reels category.

Parliament panel warns social media: obey laws or lose safe-harbour
Technology

Parliament panel warns social media: obey laws or lose safe-harbour

New Delhi: A parliamentary standing committee has recommended that social media companies should lose their “safe-harbour” legal protection if they refuse to comply with Indian laws and fail to control illegal or anti-national content. The committee’s discussion gained attention after a video posted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Facebook—aimed at advising students—was removed suddenly and restored about five hours later. Following the incident, the panel suggested that Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg should issue an apology.

DMK MLA Udhayanidhi arrested in Chennai, released after police inquiry
Politics

DMK MLA Udhayanidhi arrested in Chennai, released after police inquiry

Former Deputy Chief Minister and DMK MLA Udhayanidhi (48), who is also the Leader of the Opposition in the Tamil Nadu Assembly, was arrested in Chennai on Tuesday in connection with a case registered in Thanjavur. Police booked the case under nine sections after allegations that he made an obscene remark about women during a DMK protest linked to the Cauvery issue. According to the report, Udhayanidhi had participated in the demonstration in Thanjavur a day earlier. Based on the complaint, Thanjavur Town East Police registered the case and later moved to take him into custody from his residence area in Neelankarai on East Coast Road, Chennai.

TN orders CM approval for key promotions and transfers to curb graft
Politics

TN orders CM approval for key promotions and transfers to curb graft

The Tamil Nadu government has issued a new order making Chief Minister Vijay’s approval mandatory for promotions and transfers of senior government officials. The move revises the existing process with the stated aim of preventing bribery and corruption in postings and career advancement. Tamil Nadu has 41 government departments that implement welfare schemes and handle essential services such as roads, drinking water and electricity, along with works like waterbody restoration, environmental protection and construction of government buildings. Many of these projects are executed through contractors.

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