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TN launches affordable ‘Beach Wedding’ plan for middle-class couples
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TN launches affordable ‘Beach Wedding’ plan for middle-class couples

Tamil Nadu has introduced a new ‘Beach Wedding’ scheme aimed at helping middle-class families host grand wedding functions on the seashore, officials said. In metro cities such as Chennai, weddings are often held at luxury halls and star hotels, while prominent personalities and big industrialists typically choose beachside resorts. Such venues usually involve expenses running into lakhs, keeping beach weddings out of reach for many families. To address this, the Tamil Nadu Tourism Development Corporation (TTDC) has launched the ‘Beach Wedding’ plan, enabling couples to conduct weddings on the beach with permission through TTDC’s office on Chennai’s East Coast Road (ECR).

DMK factions clash at Thiruppuvanam Women’s Day event in MLA’s presence
Politics

DMK factions clash at Thiruppuvanam Women’s Day event in MLA’s presence

A Women’s Day celebration held at the Thiruppuvanam Government Hospital in Sivaganga district on Friday witnessed a clash between two groups of the DMK, reportedly in the presence of local MLA Thamilarasi. According to the report, the party’s local unit is split into two camps—one led by district deputy secretary Sengai Maran and another led by Achangulam Murugan, deputy president of the district farmers’ wing. The programme was attended by MLA Thamilarasi along with supporters of Achangulam Murugan. Sengai Maran also arrived at the venue. On seeing the other group on the dais, Sengai Maran questioned organiser Dr Srividhya about conducting the event with “important persons,” following which Achangulam Murugan’s supporters left the hall.

Madurai HC asks TN to run POCSO awareness drives to curb misuse
Crime

Madurai HC asks TN to run POCSO awareness drives to curb misuse

Court order The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court has directed the Tamil Nadu government to consider conducting awareness programmes in schools and colleges on the POCSO Act, stating that better clarity about the law can help prevent its misuse. Case background Police had booked a boy under the POCSO Act on allegations that he abducted a minor girl with the intention of forcing marriage and sexually assaulted her. A POCSO special court later sentenced him to 20 years in prison, which he challenged in appeal.

TASMAC staff stage sit-in at Egmore seeking regularisation
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TASMAC staff stage sit-in at Egmore seeking regularisation

TASMAC liquor shop employees and members of a protest coordination committee held a sit-in demonstration at Egmore in Chennai on Friday, pressing for long-pending service-related demands. Organisers said more than 500 people took part. The protesters said liquor shop staff have been working on consolidated pay since 2003, for about 23 years. They demanded regularisation of service along with time-scale pay and pension benefits. According to the group, Prohibition and Excise Minister Muthusamy had earlier said a committee of senior government officials would be formed and a decision would be taken after receiving its report. The protesters said the sit-in was held in opposition to the report not being made public.

US clears emergency sale of 12,000 aerial bomb casings to Israel
Politics

US clears emergency sale of 12,000 aerial bomb casings to Israel

Emergency approval The US State Department has granted emergency approval to sell 12,000 aerial bomb casings to Israel, as the war with Iran continues to intensify. Request from Israel The proposed sale follows a request from Israel for the munitions casings, according to the report. Value and specifications The package is valued at Rs 1,366 crore and includes 12,000 casings, each weighing about 450 kg. Context The approval comes at a time of heightened conflict, with Washington moving quickly to clear the transfer under emergency provisions.

India eye back-to-back T20 World Cup title vs New Zealand in final
Sports

India eye back-to-back T20 World Cup title vs New Zealand in final

The T20 World Cup has reached its climax, with India set to take on New Zealand in the final on Sunday in Ahmedabad. India, the defending champions and the No.1-ranked side in international T20s, can create history by winning the title for a second consecutive time. India’s batting has been a major strength through the tournament. Sanju Samson has led the charge at the top with scores of 97 and 89 in his last two matches, while Abhishek Sharma has been inconsistent but is expected to retain his place.

Centre relaxes export rules amid West Asia shipping disruptions
Business

Centre relaxes export rules amid West Asia shipping disruptions

New Delhi: The Central government has announced temporary relaxations for Indian exporters to prevent trade disruptions amid the ongoing conflict situation in West Asia. In a statement, the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) said recent geopolitical developments have affected international shipping routes and global supply networks. In view of this, the government is easing the export condition linked to duty-free imports, which requires exporters to meet specified export quantities within a fixed time period.

Mamata announces Rs 1,500 monthly aid for unemployed Class 10 pass youth
Politics

Mamata announces Rs 1,500 monthly aid for unemployed Class 10 pass youth

Kolkata: With West Bengal heading towards Assembly elections, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has announced a monthly allowance of Rs 1,500 for unemployed youth who have passed Class 10. Speaking during her protest in Kolkata alleging that the Election Commission is acting in a one-sided manner in the special intensive revision of electoral rolls, Banerjee said the benefit would be extended to those aged 21 to 40 to help them become self-reliant.

Kolkata HC orders release of Bangladeshi held since age 15
Crime

Kolkata HC orders release of Bangladeshi held since age 15

Court order after age verification The Calcutta High Court has directed the immediate release of a Bangladeshi national who was arrested in 2005 for allegedly entering West Bengal illegally and has remained in custody for about 21 years. Arrested as a minor Police had detained him when he was 15 and placed him in a juvenile reform facility. He later approached the High Court seeking to be freed from the case.

Murmu flags protocol lapses in Bengal; PM blames Mamata govt
Politics

Murmu flags protocol lapses in Bengal; PM blames Mamata govt

President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday voiced displeasure over alleged protocol and security lapses during her visit to West Bengal for a tribal community annual conference. Prime Minister Narendra Modi later said the state government was responsible for the “insult” to the President. The conference was originally planned at Bidhannagar near Siliguri, but permission was denied citing security reasons, according to the report. The event was then shifted to Ghoshaipore near Bagdogra airport after the state government granted approval.

Udhayanidhi asks if separate election campaigning is needed
Politics

Udhayanidhi asks if separate election campaigning is needed

Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin on Friday said the “Dravidian model” government has been delivering balanced development for all sections of society. He was speaking at an event in Thoothukudi. During the programme, he inaugurated a super-speciality hospital built at a cost of Rs 136 crore and distributed welfare assistance worth Rs 110 crore. He said the DMK government under Chief Minister M K Stalin has been implementing multiple schemes.

Anbumani alleges Rs 500 crore scam in regulated market yards
Politics

Anbumani alleges Rs 500 crore scam in regulated market yards

PMK president Anbumani Ramadoss has alleged that corruption worth about Rs 500 crore has taken place in Tamil Nadu’s regulated market yards, and called on the state government to order an inquiry. In a statement, he said the Agriculture Marketing Department oversees 27 district market committees, under which 284 regulated market yards and 13 sub-regulated yards are functioning. These yards are meant to help farmers secure better prices by selling produce through indirect auctions.

HC orders expert panel to probe Agama rule claims in Kanchipuram temple works
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HC orders expert panel to probe Agama rule claims in Kanchipuram temple works

The Madras High Court has directed the state-level expert committee to constitute a sub-committee to examine whether the ongoing works for the kumbabishekam at Kanchipuram’s Sri Devaraja Swamy (Devaraja Perumal) Temple violate Agama rules. The direction came on a petition filed by Krishna Devaraya from Karnataka, who alleged that the works were being carried out without approval from the Ancient Monuments authority and without adhering to Agama prescriptions. The matter was heard by Justice D. Bharatha Chakravarthy.

DMK-Congress alliance sealed, but rift grows between Sonia and Rahul
Politics

DMK-Congress alliance sealed, but rift grows between Sonia and Rahul

New Delhi: The DMK–Congress alliance has finally been concluded, with senior Congress leader and former Union minister P Chidambaram seen as a key figure in bringing the talks to a close. According to party sources, Chidambaram was firm that the Congress should not allow the party to drift towards actor Vijay’s side, and pushed for the alliance to continue. Leaders claim the arrangement was settled at 28 Assembly seats and one Rajya Sabha seat.

JD(U) plans Nitish Kumar’s son Nishant as Bihar Deputy CM
Politics

JD(U) plans Nitish Kumar’s son Nishant as Bihar Deputy CM

Patna: A senior JD(U) leader has said the party has unanimously decided to make Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s son, Nishant Kumar, the Deputy Chief Minister in the next government. Hari Narayan Singh, a JD(U) MLA and a close aide of Nitish Kumar, said the move would come after Nitish Kumar resigns as Chief Minister. Bihar is currently governed by a JD(U)-BJP coalition. The development comes amid a sudden political turn, with Nitish Kumar having filed his nomination to contest the Rajya Sabha elections. The report said he is expected to step down as Chief Minister after becoming a Rajya Sabha MP, following which a new government would be formed under BJP leadership.

Iran President apologises for strikes on neighbouring countries
Politics

Iran President apologises for strikes on neighbouring countries

Apology amid widening regional tensions Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has apologised for Iran’s attacks on neighbouring countries during the ongoing conflict against the United States and Israel. Speaking in a televised address, he said he was sorry for the strikes and expressed regret over the disruption caused. Why Iran says it struck neighbours According to Iran, the attacks were carried out using missiles and drones due to fears that US military bases located in nearby countries could be used to launch strikes against Iran. The reported targets included Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates (including Dubai), Qatar, Kuwait, Oman and Iraq.

TN Assembly poll schedule likely on March 15 or 16
Politics

TN Assembly poll schedule likely on March 15 or 16

The Election Commission is likely to announce the Assembly election schedule for five states, including Tamil Nadu, on March 15 or 16, according to reports. Assembly elections are due in April in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Kerala, West Bengal and Assam. The Commission has been carrying out preparatory work and holding consultations as part of the process. On February 26 and 27, Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi visited Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, meeting the state’s Chief Electoral Officer, the Chief Secretary, the DGP and representatives of recognised political parties. The Commission has also completed consultations in Assam, while its Kerala visit concluded on Saturday.

Meenakshi Amman Temple Kumbabhishekam set for September 19
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Meenakshi Amman Temple Kumbabhishekam set for September 19

The Kumbabhishekam of the Madurai Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple has been scheduled for September 19, according to a decision taken by the authorities. A consultation meeting on the temple’s consecration was held in Chennai under the chairmanship of Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments (HR&CE) Minister Sekar Babu. Officials noted that renovation works and the restoration of the Veeravasantharayar Mandapam have been completed. However, as the temple hosts festivals and processions throughout the year and these cannot be halted, the consecration has been fixed for September 19.

Chennai gold rebounds after 5-day fall; up Rs 720 per sovereign
Business

Chennai gold rebounds after 5-day fall; up Rs 720 per sovereign

Gold prices in Chennai edged up on Friday (March 7) after falling for five consecutive days. The price of 22-carat jewellery gold increased by Rs 720 per sovereign to Rs 1,20,400, while the per-gram rate rose by Rs 80 to Rs 15,050. The report attributed recent volatility to the ongoing conflict involving the US and Israel against Iran, with Iran responding in return. Gold and silver had surged last week as tensions escalated, before easing over the following days.

Stalin says DMK governance is a model for other states
Politics

Stalin says DMK governance is a model for other states

Chennai: Chief Minister M.K. Stalin said the achievements of the DMK government have made other states look to Tamil Nadu as an example, describing the state’s progress as a guiding model. In a statement, Stalin recalled meeting party cadres at Siruganur near Tiruchirappalli on March 7, 2021, and said he would meet them again at the same venue on March 9. He claimed Tamil Nadu recorded a double-digit economic growth rate of 11.19%, a figure he said was affirmed by the Union government.

TN election hopefuls turn to clan temples and astrologers for ‘seat’ luck
Politics

TN election hopefuls turn to clan temples and astrologers for ‘seat’ luck

With the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly election approaching, politicians who have submitted applications within their parties are increasingly turning to astrologers and temple rituals, hoping to improve their chances of getting a ticket to contest. The report notes that major parties have begun aligning for the polls—AIADMK and DMK with national and state allies—while TVK is attempting to form an alliance. Naam Tamilar Katchi has announced candidates for all 234 constituencies, raising expectations of a four-cornered contest and intensifying internal competition for seats.

Russia reportedly shares secret intel with Iran amid US-Israel war
Politics

Russia reportedly shares secret intel with Iran amid US-Israel war

Tehran: As the conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel intensifies, sources have claimed that Russia has shared sensitive intelligence with Iran. The war, which began on February 28, has entered its eighth day, with attacks escalating and the tensions spreading across West Asia, with ripple effects being felt in Gulf countries as well. While Russia has publicly called for an end to the fighting and a reduction in regional tensions, Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke by phone with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Thursday. During the call, Putin conveyed condolences over the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, according to the report.

US Central Command says 3,000+ precision strikes hit targets in Iran
Politics

US Central Command says 3,000+ precision strikes hit targets in Iran

The US military’s Central Command has said American forces carried out precision strikes on more than 3,000 targets in Iran over the past week. The statement comes as fighting has continued for a week between Iran and Israel, with the United States also involved in the conflict. The report said Iran has suffered losses including military and naval assets and key leaders in the US strikes. US President Donald Trump has said there would be no agreement with Iran other than an unconditional surrender, according to the report.

Pakistan petrol price hits Rs 321/litre amid Iran war ripple effects
Business

Pakistan petrol price hits Rs 321/litre amid Iran war ripple effects

Islamabad: Pakistan has seen a sharp spike in petrol and diesel prices amid concerns over fuel supply disruptions linked to the ongoing conflict involving Iran. According to the report, Iran has blocked the Strait of Hormuz sea route used by crude oil tankers in response to continued attacks by US and Israeli forces. The move has triggered fears of shortages in countries including Pakistan and Sri Lanka, prompting crowds to rush to fuel stations.

Vijay’s wife Sangeeta files fresh plea seeking alimony, housing access
Entertainment

Vijay’s wife Sangeeta files fresh plea seeking alimony, housing access

Actor Vijay’s wife Sangeeta has filed a fresh petition before the Chengalpattu court, seeking what she called fair maintenance for herself and their children. She also requested permission to reside in the Neelankarai house, citing that she has no place to stay. In her plea, Sangeeta alleged that Vijay is refusing to allow her into the house. She said Vijay, who earns significantly, should provide reasonable alimony to support her and the children.

Annamalai asks DMK about promised Rs 100 LPG subsidy per cylinder
Politics

Annamalai asks DMK about promised Rs 100 LPG subsidy per cylinder

Chennai: Former BJP Tamil Nadu state president K Annamalai has urged the DMK government to announce a Rs 100 subsidy per LPG cylinder, alleging that the party has failed to keep its election promise. In a statement, Annamalai said LPG usage across India has risen by about 45% over the last 10 years, attributing the growth to welfare initiatives including the Ujjwala free gas scheme introduced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Trump says Rubio will lead US focus on Cuba after Iran war
Politics

Trump says Rubio will lead US focus on Cuba after Iran war

Rubio tasked with Cuba President Donald Trump has said US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will be responsible for matters related to Cuba, signalling a sharper focus on the island in the coming period. Sanctions and growing pressure The US has been tightening economic restrictions aimed at the communist government in Cuba. With fuel exports blocked, the country is facing widespread power outages, according to the report. Trump’s remarks on next steps In an interview with an English news channel, Trump said that after fully concluding the war against Iran, his administration would turn its attention to a plan for Cuba. He also claimed Cuba was actively seeking an agreement with the United States.

Emirates resumes Dubai flights after brief suspension amid tensions
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Emirates resumes Dubai flights after brief suspension amid tensions

Dubai: Emirates on Saturday said it would resume flight operations to and from Dubai from the afternoon, after briefly announcing cancellations amid heightened regional tensions. The airline had earlier stated that all flights arriving in and departing from Dubai would be cancelled until further notice, citing the security situation. The decision followed reports of an attack targeting locations in Dubai, including a drone incident near Dubai International Airport. According to the report, the airport did not suffer damage. Emirates later issued an update asking passengers with confirmed bookings to proceed to the airport from the afternoon.

Era of a few nations ruling the world is over: Jaishankar
Politics

Era of a few nations ruling the world is over: Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday said the time when a handful of countries could dominate the world has ended, and the future will be “much more multipolar.” He was speaking at a geopolitics and economic conference held in Delhi. Referring to the Covid-19 pandemic, Jaishankar said India’s actions during the crisis reflected its identity as a developing country in the international arena. He noted that the Union government provided vaccines to people across the country and also came forward to send vaccines to other developing nations.

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