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Sundaram explores the roots of Tamil music
Entertainment

Sundaram explores the roots of Tamil music

A short video published by Dinamalar features Sundaram examining the roots of Tamil music. The clip focuses on themes linked to classical Tamil music and traditional, ethnic musical forms, presenting an overview of heritage sounds. The video is part of Dinamalar’s Shorts/Reels section and is shared under tags related to Tamil music and Indian classical traditions. No further details about the programme format or additional participants were provided in the available source text.

Mukul Wasnik pacifies TN Congress amid alliance discontent
Politics

Mukul Wasnik pacifies TN Congress amid alliance discontent

Several Tamil Nadu Congress state and district-level functionaries, who have spoken against the DMK–Congress alliance and in favour of an alliance with TDP, are said to be considering quitting the party. With concerns that the unit could split, AICC observer Mukul Wasnik held talks to calm the disgruntled leaders. At a meeting at Sathyamurthy Bhavan in Chennai, Wasnik told party office-bearers that everyone must focus on election work to ensure the DMK–Congress alliance succeeds. He cautioned that reports of some leaders planning disruptive moves were “not good”, according to sources.

Thirumavalavan mocks Vijay’s welfare promises as “cat after tiger”
Politics

Thirumavalavan mocks Vijay’s welfare promises as “cat after tiger”

VCK leader Thol. Thirumavalavan on Saturday took a swipe at TVK chief Vijay’s recent announcements, remarking that they were like the tale of a “cat drawing a line after seeing a tiger”. Vijay, speaking at a Women’s Day event held in Mamallapuram, had announced a set of welfare measures. These included a monthly assistance of Rs 2,500 for all women heads of households, free travel for women on all buses, and a gold ring for every child born in Tamil Nadu.

Expelled AIADMK members are ‘worthless’, says EPS at Erode rally
Politics

Expelled AIADMK members are ‘worthless’, says EPS at Erode rally

AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami (EPS) on Saturday said those expelled from the party were “worthless” and alleged that they were surrendering to the DMK. He made the remarks while addressing an election campaign meeting at Perundurai in Erode district. In his speech, EPS said people who betrayed the AIADMK had been “driven away” by the legacy of MGR and Jayalalithaa, and asserted that no one could bring down the party. He also rejected Chief Minister M K Stalin’s claim that the BJP would “swallow” or destroy the AIADMK, saying the party could not be wiped out by anyone.

Singhvi declares Rs 2,558 crore assets in Rajya Sabha poll affidavit
Politics

Singhvi declares Rs 2,558 crore assets in Rajya Sabha poll affidavit

New Delhi: Senior Congress leader and party spokesperson Abhishek Manu Singhvi has declared assets worth Rs 2,558 crore in the affidavit filed along with his nomination papers for the Rajya Sabha election. Singhvi, a lawyer by profession and announced as the Congress candidate from Telangana, also reported an annual income of Rs 374 crore. The affidavit lists his income over recent years, including Rs 333 crore in 2023-24 and Rs 158 crore in 2020-21, indicating a rise to Rs 374 crore in 2024-25.

Trisha slams Parthiban over ‘Kunthavai’ remark at public event
Entertainment

Trisha slams Parthiban over ‘Kunthavai’ remark at public event

Chennai: Actor Trisha has strongly criticised director-actor R. Parthiban for a remark he made at a public film event, where her photo and name were used during a segment. The comment came amid ongoing chatter linked to a court case filed by actor and TVK leader Vijay’s wife Sangeetha, who has sought divorce and alleged he is in a relationship with an actress, without naming anyone. Vijay and Trisha having appeared together at an event had also drawn attention.

PM Modi congratulates India on T20 World Cup triumph
Sports

PM Modi congratulates India on T20 World Cup triumph

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated the Indian cricket team for winning the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. India clinched the title in the final by defeating New Zealand by 96 runs. In a social media post, the Prime Minister said the victory reflected the players’ exceptional skill, determination and collective effort. He added that the team showed remarkable mental strength throughout the tournament and that the win has filled every Indian’s heart with pride and joy.

Nepal election upset: Singer Balendra Shah’s RSP set to form govt
Politics

Nepal election upset: Singer Balendra Shah’s RSP set to form govt

A youth-driven wave reshapes Nepal politics Nepal’s parliamentary election has delivered a major upset, with young voters rallying behind a new political force and rejecting long-dominant traditional parties. Rap singer Balendra Shah, 35, has emerged as the face of this shift. RSP’s landslide in direct constituencies Shah’s Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), launched in 2022, won 125 of the 165 directly elected seats, according to the final results released on Sunday. The party also secured more than 2.5 million votes, while no other party crossed the one-million mark.

Women’s Day: States roll out cash aid, jobs push for women
Politics

Women’s Day: States roll out cash aid, jobs push for women

On the occasion of International Women’s Day, several state governments announced new initiatives aimed at supporting women through direct cash assistance and employment measures. In Odisha, the BJP-led government under Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi credited ₹5,000 each into the bank accounts of 1.02 crore women under the Subhadra Yojana during an event in Puri. The scheme supports women aged 21 to 60 with ₹10,000 annually in two instalments, and the Chief Minister said the assistance would help small traders and artisans while boosting purchasing power.

Nitish Kumar plans Rajya Sabha move, Bihar awaits next CM
Politics

Nitish Kumar plans Rajya Sabha move, Bihar awaits next CM

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, 75, who took oath for a 10th term after the NDA’s victory in last year’s Assembly election, has decided to step down from the top post and move to the Rajya Sabha. He has recently filed his nomination for the Upper House. Explaining the decision, Nitish said he had long wished to be a member of both Houses of Parliament. Having already served as a Lok Sabha MP, he said he now wants to serve in the Rajya Sabha.

Centre seeks report from West Bengal over security lapses at President’s event
Politics

Centre seeks report from West Bengal over security lapses at President’s event

New Delhi: The Centre has directed the West Bengal government to submit a detailed report over alleged security and protocol lapses during an event attended by President Droupadi Murmu in Darjeeling district. According to the report, the President visited the state recently and attended an annual celebration of a tribal community at Ghoshaipur. The programme was earlier planned at Bidhannagar but was later shifted to Ghoshaipur citing security reasons. The venue change and arrangements triggered a political row after the President expressed displeasure, saying the event could have been better held at Bidhannagar with a larger public turnout. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and senior Union ministers criticised the West Bengal government, while Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said it was not a government function and that the state had provided all security arrangements.

TN Rajya Sabha polls: Six candidates set for unopposed election today
Politics

TN Rajya Sabha polls: Six candidates set for unopposed election today

Tamil Nadu’s six vacant Rajya Sabha seats are set to be filled without a contest, as only six candidates remain in the fray after scrutiny of nominations. The Election Commission had earlier announced that polling for these seats would be held on March 16. Based on the strength of MLAs, the allocation is expected to be four seats for the DMK and two for the AIADMK. In the DMK-led alliance, one seat each has been earmarked for the DMDK and the Congress. Nominations were filed by Tiruchi Siva and Constantine Ravindran (DMK), Sudheesh (DMDK) and Christopher Tilak (Congress).

Iran oil depots burn after reported US-Israel strikes near Tehran
General

Iran oil depots burn after reported US-Israel strikes near Tehran

Tehran: Key oil storage depots and refineries around Iran’s capital were hit in strikes attributed to Israeli and US forces, with several facilities reported to be on fire. A news channel said the attacks marked a shift from earlier military and nuclear-related targets to Iran’s economic infrastructure. According to the report, sites struck overnight included the large Tondguyan refinery in the Shahr-e Rey area, oil depots in Shahran, and storage facilities in the Kougak and Karaj–Pardis areas. Iranian media said some depots continued burning, while four major fuel storage sites and a petroleum logistics hub in Tehran and Alborz provinces were also damaged.

Trump says India got temporary waiver to buy Russian crude
Business

Trump says India got temporary waiver to buy Russian crude

Washington: US President Donald Trump said India was granted a temporary waiver to purchase Russian crude oil to reduce the pressure caused by a sharp rise in global oil prices. The comments come as Iran has reportedly blocked the Strait of Hormuz in recent days amid conflict involving the US and Israel. With about 20% of the world’s crude shipments moving through the route, oil transportation has fallen sharply, pushing international prices up.

Murugan says Stalin is speaking out of fear of defeat
Politics

Murugan says Stalin is speaking out of fear of defeat

Union Minister of State L Murugan on Sunday inspected arrangements in Tiruchirappalli for an NDA campaign public meeting scheduled on March 11, to be attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Speaking to reporters, Murugan said the National Democratic Alliance was “strong with 30 parties”, while the DMK-led alliance had weakened. He alleged that Chief Minister M K Stalin was “at the peak of fear of defeat” and was making remarks driven by that fear.

Israel warns Lebanon of disaster if Hezbollah is not restrained
Politics

Israel warns Lebanon of disaster if Hezbollah is not restrained

Israel has warned that Lebanon could face a “disaster” if it fails to rein in the Iran-backed Hezbollah movement, as tensions in West Asia continue to escalate. According to the report, the crisis intensified after a joint US-Israel strike on Iran in which Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed. Iran has since carried out retaliatory attacks targeting US military bases in the region and Israel. Hezbollah, based in Lebanon and aligned with Iran, also launched attacks on Israel. In response, Israel struck Lebanon, with the report saying more than 300 people were killed and large numbers were displaced, forcing many to leave the country.

Ships pose as Chinese-linked to avoid Iranian attacks in Hormuz Strait
General

Ships pose as Chinese-linked to avoid Iranian attacks in Hormuz Strait

London: After Iran blocked the Strait of Hormuz—described as the only sea route for crude oil shipments out of West Asia—several cargo vessels are attempting to avoid attacks by presenting themselves as Chinese-linked ships. The report said Iran, following a war with the United States, has shut the strait near its coastline. As a result, more than 1,000 ships carrying crude oil and other cargo worth about Rs 2 lakh crore are stranded in the Gulf region.

TVK’s Adhav Arjuna hints Vijay may contest from North Chennai
Politics

TVK’s Adhav Arjuna hints Vijay may contest from North Chennai

Chennai: Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) election campaign management committee general secretary Adhav Arjuna on Sunday indicated that actor-politician Vijay could contest the upcoming election from North Chennai. Speaking at a Women’s Day event held in Chennai, Arjuna said Vijay is likely to stand from either the Villivakkam or Perambur constituency. He launched a sharp attack on the DMK, alleging that if the party returns to power, public safety—especially for women—would worsen. He also accused Chief Minister M.K. Stalin of ignoring such issues.

India lift T20 World Cup for record third title, crush New Zealand
Sports

India lift T20 World Cup for record third title, crush New Zealand

India created history by becoming the first team to win the T20 World Cup three times, defeating New Zealand by 96 runs in the final on March 8 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner won the toss and chose to bowl. India’s innings was built on a blistering opening stand between Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma, who added 98 for the first wicket in 43 balls. Abhishek raced to a quick half-century before falling for 52, while Samson continued the charge and brought up his third successive fifty of the tournament.

Ken Karunas on Acting: ‘A Dhanush-like Shade Comes Through’
Entertainment

Ken Karunas on Acting: ‘A Dhanush-like Shade Comes Through’

Actor Ken Karunas has spoken about his acting style in a short video shared by Dinamalar. Referring to a well-known dialogue from the film Chandramukhi, he said that a similar idea applies to his own performances. According to Ken Karunas, there are moments when a “shade” or resemblance of actor Dhanush appears in his acting. The remarks were made as part of Dinamalar’s Shorts/Reels content segment.

Vimal jokes about Vijay–Trisha controversy
Entertainment

Vimal jokes about Vijay–Trisha controversy

Actor Vimal has commented in a humorous tone on the ongoing discussion surrounding Vijay and Trisha. The remarks, shared as a short video clip, have circulated online and sparked fresh attention among fans. The clip has been widely discussed on social media, with viewers reacting to Vimal’s light-hearted take. No further details about the context of the comments were provided in the source material.

Sundar Pichai’s pay package may rise to Rs 6,361 crore in 3 years
Business

Sundar Pichai’s pay package may rise to Rs 6,361 crore in 3 years

Washington: Google CEO Sundar Pichai, who is of Tamil Nadu origin, is expected to see his total compensation rise sharply over the next three years, according to reports. A report carried by the US-based Financial Times said Pichai’s overall package could reach Rs 6,361 crore. A major portion of this amount is not expected to be paid in cash, but through stock-based awards. The report noted that Pichai is set to receive Google shares worth about Rs 1,000 crore, along with monthly stock grants over the next three years valued at around Rs 700 crore. His annual salary is reported to be about Rs 16 crore.

SP Office Assistant Secures 485th Rank in Civil Services Exam
Education

SP Office Assistant Secures 485th Rank in Civil Services Exam

Sheikh Mohammed Kabeesudeen (29), an office assistant at the Ramanathapuram Superintendent of Police (SP) office, has secured the 485th rank in the All India Civil Services examination results announced recently. A native of Sikkal village in Ramanathapuram district, he is the son of Shegu Abdul Khader and Sharmila Banu. He completed his Class 12 at Syed Ammal Higher Secondary School in Ramanathapuram and later pursued higher studies at Thiagarajar College of Engineering, Madurai.

Sangeeta seeks court nod to stay at Vijay’s Neelankarai home
Politics

Sangeeta seeks court nod to stay at Vijay’s Neelankarai home

Actor Vijay’s wife Sangeeta has filed a new petition before the Chengalpattu Family Welfare Court, seeking permission to stay at Vijay’s residence in Neelankarai, Chennai, until their divorce proceedings are concluded. Sangeeta has already moved the Chengalpattu court seeking annulment of their 1999 marriage. With the case pending, she has now filed an interlocutory application requesting an interim order allowing her to reside in the Neelankarai house. In her petition, she said she holds British citizenship and currently does not have a house to live in, and therefore sought permission to stay at the Neelankarai residence.

Kerala MLA targeted in ‘digital arrest’ scam attempt in Palakkad
Crime

Kerala MLA targeted in ‘digital arrest’ scam attempt in Palakkad

Palakkad police have launched an investigation after Kongad MLA Santhakumari reported an attempted online fraud in which unknown callers tried to place her under a so-called “digital arrest”. The complaint was submitted to Palakkad District SP Ajithkumar, following which Cyber Crime police registered a case. According to the MLA, she first received a phone call from a person who claimed to be from an anti-terror unit. The caller allegedly said her number was found from terrorists arrested in connection with the Pahalgam attack in Kashmir, and spoke in an intimidating tone in English and Hindi.

T20 World Cup final today: India face New Zealand in Ahmedabad
Sports

T20 World Cup final today: India face New Zealand in Ahmedabad

Final showdown in Ahmedabad The T20 World Cup has reached its climax, with defending champions India set to take on New Zealand in the final on Sunday in Ahmedabad. A win would see India lift the trophy for a second consecutive time. India’s strength: fearless batting and pace India, ranked No.1 in international T20s, come in with a powerful batting unit. Sanju Samson has been in strong touch with scores of 97 and 89 in his last two matches, while captain Suryakumar Yadav (242 runs in eight matches) and Tilak Varma (199) form the core of the middle order. Hardik Pandya (199) and Shivam Dube (209) add late-innings firepower.

Break barriers and move ahead: Stalin, EPS greet women on Women’s Day
Politics

Break barriers and move ahead: Stalin, EPS greet women on Women’s Day

Chennai: Chief Minister M.K. Stalin extended greetings on International Women’s Day, urging women to “break barriers and keep moving forward.” In his message, he said the Dravidian Model government would stand with women at every step of their journey. Addressing “victorious Tamil women,” Stalin said the world would support their success and added that his government would continue to back their progress. He concluded by conveying Women’s Day wishes to all.

Madurai Meenakshi Temple Kumbabhishekam set for Sept 17 after 17 years
General

Madurai Meenakshi Temple Kumbabhishekam set for Sept 17 after 17 years

Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple will hold its Kumbabhishekam (consecration ceremony) on September 17, after a gap of 17 years. The ceremony is scheduled between 7:45 am and 8:10 am. Traditionally, temples are expected to conduct Kumbabhishekam once every 12 years. The last consecration at the Meenakshi Amman Temple was held on April 8, 2009, but the next one was delayed. Officials said the delay was linked to restoration work following a fire accident at the Veeravasantharayar Mandapam on February 2, 2018. After the DMK came to power, renovation works were taken up, with temple funds of Rs 15.81 crore and donor contributions of Rs 5.16 crore, covering 186 works at a total cost of Rs 32.28 crore.

Trump to UK: We’ve already won the war, don’t need your support
Politics

Trump to UK: We’ve already won the war, don’t need your support

US President Donald Trump has sharply criticised UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, saying the United States does not need Britain’s support as it has “already won the war”. In a post, Trump said Britain—once a close ally—was considering sending two aircraft carriers to the Middle East. Addressing Starmer directly, he said American forces did not require British backing “after we have already won”. Speaking to reporters, Trump claimed the US was prevailing in the war against Iran and said the conflict would continue for some time. He asserted that Iran’s government had been “completely destroyed”.

Netanyahu vows to continue war with Iran at full strength
Politics

Netanyahu vows to continue war with Iran at full strength

Jerusalem: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed to continue the war with Iran “at full strength,” in remarks made during a television interview. Netanyahu said he believes Israel and Iran could one day become “true friends” again, adding that he felt that moment was drawing closer. He also claimed the next phase of the conflict would bring “many surprises.” He argued that Israel’s victory would remove nuclear-related threats to the wider world and help bring peace between Israel and Iran. Netanyahu said many countries now recognise the danger posed by Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s rule.

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