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Pro-Kannada groups call Karnataka bandh on Aug 13 over Cauvery water
Politics

Pro-Kannada groups call Karnataka bandh on Aug 13 over Cauvery water

Bengaluru: Pro-Kannada organisations have announced a statewide shutdown in Karnataka on August 13, protesting the directive to release Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu. Tamil Nadu has said it did not receive the Cauvery water due for June and July, affecting farming in delta districts and reducing groundwater availability. At a meeting of the Cauvery Regulation Committee on July 28, Karnataka was directed to release 3,500 cubic feet per second (cusecs) of water to Tamil Nadu. However, Karnataka did not comply with the order, according to the report.

Taslima Nasrin returns to Kolkata after 19 years amid tight security
General

Taslima Nasrin returns to Kolkata after 19 years amid tight security

Controversial and well-known writer Taslima Nasrin arrived in Kolkata on Thursday, returning to the city after 19 years. Supporters gathered at the Kolkata airport to welcome her. Speaking to reporters, Nasrin said she felt very happy and could not put into words what it meant to be back in Kolkata after so many years. She also thanked those who came to receive her. Nasrin is scheduled to take part in a special cultural and literary programme at Rabindra Sadan on August 1. She is also expected to meet journalists in Kolkata on August 2.

China’s Xi Jinping to visit India for BRICS summit in September
Politics

China’s Xi Jinping to visit India for BRICS summit in September

China’s President Xi Jinping will visit India in September to attend the BRICS summit scheduled in New Delhi on September 12 and 13, according to reports. The summit will bring together ministers and other representatives from BRICS member countries. Xi is expected to arrive on September 12 to take part in the meetings. The visit comes after India and China recently reached an understanding related to border patrolling. Against this backdrop, the trip is being seen as a potential boost to bilateral trade ties.

‘Janyayan’ screening halted in Karnataka theatres amid Cauvery tensions
Entertainment

‘Janyayan’ screening halted in Karnataka theatres amid Cauvery tensions

Screenings of the Tamil film ‘Janyayan’ have been stopped in several theatres across Karnataka, with exhibitors citing potential law and order issues. The development comes amid renewed tension between Tamil Nadu and Karnataka over the Cauvery water dispute. In Tamil Nadu, farmers and various organisations have launched protests demanding the release of Cauvery water. Against this backdrop, it was announced that Chief Minister Vijay would meet Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar to hold talks on the issue.

CM Vijay presents medals to 665 police officers in Chennai
General

CM Vijay presents medals to 665 police officers in Chennai

Chief Minister Vijay on Thursday presented medals to police officers who delivered exemplary performance in key policing duties. The awards included medals instituted by the President, the Union Home Minister and the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister. The ceremony was held at Rajarathinam Stadium in Egmore, Chennai, where the Chief Minister received a ceremonial police parade salute. Officials were honoured for notable work in narcotics enforcement and law-and-order operations. President’s medals were presented to IPS officers, and a total of 665 personnel received medals.

Ex-Health Director Dr Kulanthaisamy explains harms of alcohol, calls for ban
Health

Ex-Health Director Dr Kulanthaisamy explains harms of alcohol, calls for ban

Former Director of Public Health Dr Kulanthaisamy has spoken about the adverse effects linked to alcohol consumption in Tamil Nadu, according to a Dinamalar TV video. In the discussion, he outlines the social and public health impact of alcohol and highlights concerns raised around its wider consequences. Dr Kulanthaisamy also stresses the importance of implementing alcohol prohibition, presenting it as a key measure to address the harms associated with drinking.

PM Modi welcomes Public Examinations Amendment Bill passed by Parliament
Education

PM Modi welcomes Public Examinations Amendment Bill passed by Parliament

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has welcomed the Public Examinations Amendment Bill after it was passed in both Houses of Parliament. In a video message, Modi said the Union government has been taking various measures continuously to ensure a trustworthy and reliable examination system. The remarks came as the bill cleared the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, with the government projecting it as part of efforts to strengthen the integrity of public examinations.

Kumbabishekam held at 18th Step Karuppasamy temple
General

Kumbabishekam held at 18th Step Karuppasamy temple

A Kumbabishekam (temple consecration ceremony) was held at the 18th Step Karuppasamy temple, according to a short video published by Dinamalar. The report indicates the event took place at the temple associated with the “18th step” tradition, where devotees gathered for the religious proceedings. No additional details such as the location, date, or organisers were provided in the available source content. The update was shared as part of Dinamalar’s Shorts/Reels video section.

New trouble for actor Dhanush, says Dinamalar short
Entertainment

New trouble for actor Dhanush, says Dinamalar short

A short video published by Dinamalar carries the headline that actor Dhanush is facing a “new problem”. However, the available source text does not include any additional information about what the issue is, when it occurred, or who is involved. As a result, further specifics cannot be confirmed from the provided material. The full details may be available only within the video content linked on Dinamalar’s website.

Why is the ‘NEET cancellation secret’ still a secret?
Politics

Why is the ‘NEET cancellation secret’ still a secret?

A short video published by Dinamalar has sparked discussion by asking why the so-called “secret” behind cancelling NEET is still not being revealed. The clip, tagged with Udhayanidhi Stalin’s name, frames the issue as a political question and suggests that key details about efforts to scrap the NEET exam have not been made public. The video does not provide additional specifics, documents, or a detailed timeline in the available text, but it highlights continuing public interest in transparency around the NEET debate.

Anti-corruption survey puts Tamil Nadu officials on edge
Politics

Anti-corruption survey puts Tamil Nadu officials on edge

Madurai: Officials across several Tamil Nadu government departments are said to be anxious after the Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (DVAC) police began a department-wise survey to identify those who allegedly demand bribes. According to the report, the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam government has been showing increased focus on anti-corruption action. DVAC checks have been continuing in departments such as Transport (RTO offices), Registration and Revenue, and the latest step is to map out “hand-stretching” officials within key departments.

Ex-French Navy pilot held over alleged spying for China after Rafale remarks
Crime

Ex-French Navy pilot held over alleged spying for China after Rafale remarks

French authorities have detained and are questioning Henri Suyet, a former French Navy pilot, on allegations that he gathered and shared sensitive information with China, according to reports in the French media. Suyet had earlier drawn attention after publicly questioning the capabilities of the Rafale fighter jet. During a period when India used Rafales in a retaliatory operation against Pakistan following a terror attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir, he claimed Chinese aircraft had attacked and destroyed Rafales—an assertion denied by both India and France.

Hasina will be arrested before she can surrender, says Bangladesh law minister
Politics

Hasina will be arrested before she can surrender, says Bangladesh law minister

Bangladesh’s Law Minister Asaduzzaman has said former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina would be arrested if she returns to the country, even before she can surrender before a court. Hasina is currently in India after leaving Bangladesh amid student protests. Multiple cases have been filed against her in Bangladesh, and she has reportedly been sentenced to death in one case. In an interview given a few days ago, Hasina said she was prepared to return to Bangladesh without fearing for her life, and that she was discussing with party leaders the possibility of returning by the end of this year.

Centre says Cauvery authority will safeguard Tamil Nadu’s water share
Politics

Centre says Cauvery authority will safeguard Tamil Nadu’s water share

The Union government has told the Lok Sabha that the Cauvery Water Management Authority (CWMA) and the Cauvery Water Regulation Committee (CWRC) are functioning continuously under the Cauvery water management framework to ensure Tamil Nadu receives its legally mandated share of Cauvery water. Responding to a question raised by Cuddalore MP Vishnu Prasad on protecting delta farmers and Tamil Nadu’s drinking water rights, the Centre said it is aware of objections raised by the Tamil Nadu government and farmers’ organisations regarding the proposed Mekedatu drinking water and balancing reservoir project.

ISRO tests indigenous ship-borne terminal off Chennai coast
Technology

ISRO tests indigenous ship-borne terminal off Chennai coast

ISRO has added another milestone by successfully testing an indigenously developed ship-borne terminal in the waters off Chennai. The trial was carried out from Sagar Manjusha, a vessel of the National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT). The system, known as SBT (Ship-Borne Terminal), is designed to support tracking and communications for platforms operating beyond the reach of land-based stations. It can help maintain links with ships, submarines, satellites and spacecraft through a sea-based monitoring setup.

World-class AI city to come up near Chennai, says IT Minister
Technology

World-class AI city to come up near Chennai, says IT Minister

Tamil Nadu Information Technology Minister Kumar on Wednesday said a world-class Artificial Intelligence (AI) city will be established near Chennai with a fully integrated AI ecosystem. He said the proposed AI city will bring together global-standard research centres, centres of excellence and industry campuses in one location, creating a comprehensive environment for AI development. The minister was speaking after inaugurating the “Digital Disruption and Transformation” international conference and exhibition organised by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) at Guindy in Chennai.

CM Vijay assures full support for new investments in Tamil Nadu
Business

CM Vijay assures full support for new investments in Tamil Nadu

Chennai: Chief Minister Vijay on Wednesday assured companies that the Tamil Nadu government will provide full cooperation to ease new investments and ensure their operations succeed. At an event in Nandanam, Chennai, memorandums of understanding were signed with several overseas organisations planning projects in the state. Swiss firm “Sub” and Germany-based Nordex have proposed setting up research and development centres in Tamil Nadu for the first time. The projects are expected to generate jobs, with Sub projected to create employment for about 220 people and Nordex for around 1,000. The University of Western Australia, described as one of Australia’s leading research-focused universities, will establish a centre at Velachery in Chennai with an investment of Rs 125 crore—said to be the first international university centre to come up in Tamil Nadu.

PM Modi chairs high-level meet on West Asia tensions, fuel stocks reviewed
Politics

PM Modi chairs high-level meet on West Asia tensions, fuel stocks reviewed

Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a high-level consultation in Delhi to review the evolving situation in West Asia and its possible impact on India, according to officials. The meeting took stock of the country’s current reserves of key fuels and fertilisers. Concern has grown as the Iran–US conflict has continued for over four months, keeping the Strait of Hormuz—an important global energy shipping route—under sustained tension. Union ministers including Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh, S Jaishankar, Nirmala Sitharaman, Hardeep Singh Puri, Piyush Goyal, J P Nadda and Sarbananda Sonowal attended the discussions. The concerned ministries assured that adequate stocks of cooking gas, petrol, diesel and fertilisers are available.

SC suggests code of conduct, not ban, for metal pellet guns
Politics

SC suggests code of conduct, not ban, for metal pellet guns

The Supreme Court has advised petitioners challenging the use of metal pellet ammunition to modify their plea, seeking a clear code of conduct for its deployment rather than demanding an outright ban. The case stems from a large protest in Delhi against the alleged leak of the NEET undergraduate medical entrance exam question paper. During a march and blockade attempt towards Parliament, clashes reportedly broke out after police stopped protesters, and allegations were raised that metal pellet rounds were used, causing serious injuries to several participants.

PM Modi vows tough action against question paper leak mafias
Education

PM Modi vows tough action against question paper leak mafias

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said the Centre is taking a series of steps to ensure a credible examination system across the country, and asserted that those involved in question paper leaks will not be allowed to get away. In a video message posted on social media around midnight, Modi said multiple measures are being pursued, including forming task forces, creating guidelines for fast-track courts, and seeking inputs from states.

Tamil Nadu to add parcel service on 1,000 govt express buses
General

Tamil Nadu to add parcel service on 1,000 govt express buses

Chennai: Tamil Nadu’s state transport corporations are set to introduce a parcel-carrying facility on government express buses, beginning with 1,000 services in the first phase. The state operates 21,515 buses daily through eight transport corporations. In a recently released white paper, the Tamil Nadu government said these corporations have outstanding debt of Rs 43,865 crore. Officials said the new initiatives are aimed at increasing revenue without raising passenger fares. Measures under consideration include leasing out vacant spaces to private parties on long-term contracts, implementing solar power generation projects, and developing commercial complexes at bus stands.

TN faces higher costs as officials use multiple govt vehicles
Politics

TN faces higher costs as officials use multiple govt vehicles

Chennai: The Tamil Nadu government is facing additional expenditure as officials across departments reportedly use more than one government car or jeep for office and personal needs. Officials’ fleets across 41 state departments include more than 15,000 cars and jeeps. Different categories of vehicles have been allotted for various levels, ranging from Mahindra Bolero vehicles for office use to Mahindra XUV300 cars for lower-level officials, and premium models such as Toyota Innova Crysta and Honda City for senior officials.

Row over Priyanka’s remark on IIT Madras director Kamakoti
Education

Row over Priyanka’s remark on IIT Madras director Kamakoti

The Union government has constituted a committee headed by Nandan Nilekani to streamline the National Defence Academy (NDA) examinations. IIT Madras Director V. Kamakoti has been appointed as a member of the panel. Speaking in the Lok Sabha, Congress MP Priyanka criticised the inclusion of what she described as a “cow urine expert” on a committee meant to reform India’s examination system. The remark was seen as a reference to Kamakoti, drawing attention to his earlier comments at a cattle shelter event in Chennai.

Chennai drunk-driving crash: Businessman’s son gets 5 years in jail
Crime

Chennai drunk-driving crash: Businessman’s son gets 5 years in jail

A Chennai additional sessions court has sentenced Shaji Purushothaman to five years’ rigorous imprisonment in a case involving a fatal drunk-driving crash in 2013. The incident occurred near Pantheon Road in Egmore, where a luxury car allegedly driven under the influence ran onto the pavement and hit people sleeping there, killing 13-year-old Muniraj. The case had been heard for about 13 years before the VII Additional Sessions Court in Chennai. The court had earlier, on June 29, found Shaji—son of MP Group chairman M.N. Purushothaman—guilty in the matter.

Amit Shah hails 2026 bill to curb exam paper leaks as historic milestone
Education

Amit Shah hails 2026 bill to curb exam paper leaks as historic milestone

New Delhi: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday described the passage of the “Question Paper Leak Prevention (Amendment) Bill, 2026” as a historic achievement aimed at safeguarding the future of the country’s youth and students. In a statement, Shah said the new law would serve as a strong warning to illegal groups that seek to undermine the credibility of the public examination system and damage students’ prospects. He added that the legislation provides for stringent punishments for those attempting to commit malpractice in examinations.

Mugen Rao, Imman and team attend 'Entry Niram' audio launch
Entertainment

Mugen Rao, Imman and team attend 'Entry Niram' audio launch

A Dinamalar short video features moments from the audio launch event of the film ‘Entry Niram’. The clip shows the presence of actor Mugen Rao, music director D. Imman, and actors Tanya Hope and Nitin Sathyaa at the function. The video focuses on the event’s highlights and the celebrities attending the launch. No further details about the film or the programme were provided in the source.

Annamalai to lead ‘We The Leaders’ rally in Chennai on Aug 16
Politics

Annamalai to lead ‘We The Leaders’ rally in Chennai on Aug 16

A rally led by K. Annamalai will be held in Chennai on August 16 under the banner of the ‘We The Leaders’ organisation, the group announced. Annamalai, the former Tamil Nadu BJP president, has since left the party and formed ‘We The Leaders’, which has been conducting various social awareness programmes. The organisation said it ran anti-drug awareness activities throughout July. For August, Annamalai has planned environment-focused initiatives across Tamil Nadu. From August 1, activities such as cleaning lakes and canals and planting saplings are scheduled to be carried out statewide.

Palaniswami seeks Amit Shah meeting to ease AIADMK infighting
Politics

Palaniswami seeks Amit Shah meeting to ease AIADMK infighting

Chennai: AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami is planning to meet Union Home Minister Amit Shah to find a way out of the party’s continuing internal disputes and confusion, party sources said. The infighting has intensified after the party’s Assembly election defeat. Former minister S P Velumani is said to be consolidating supporters as part of a dissatisfied camp, while former minister Shanmugam has reportedly been keeping his supporters away from the AIADMK.

Green Tribunal orders SOP upkeep for temple tanks across Tamil Nadu
Environment

Green Tribunal orders SOP upkeep for temple tanks across Tamil Nadu

Chennai: The Southern Zone of the National Green Tribunal (NGT) has directed the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments (HR&CE) Department to ensure that all temple tanks in Tamil Nadu are maintained in line with standard operating procedures, to prevent deterioration in water quality. The tribunal took suo motu cognisance after newspaper reports said fish were found dead and floating in the Kapaleeswarar Temple tank at Mylapore in Chennai. The matter was registered as a case and heard by the bench.

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