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Trump says US will back Kurdish forces if they attack Iran
Politics

Trump says US will back Kurdish forces if they attack Iran

Washington: As military action involving the United States and Israel against Iran continues, US President Donald Trump has said Washington would support Kurdish forces if they launch attacks against Iran. The report said the US and Israeli forces carried out strikes on February 28, alleging Iran was pursuing nuclear weapons. It also claimed Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in the attack, and that his son Mojtaba Khamenei is set to assume the role.

Sri Lanka lets Iranian warship enter waters on humanitarian grounds
General

Sri Lanka lets Iranian warship enter waters on humanitarian grounds

Colombo: Sri Lanka has granted permission for an Iranian naval vessel to enter its maritime area on humanitarian grounds after the ship developed an engine problem while sailing in the Indian Ocean near the island. The development comes amid continuing attacks involving the US and Israel against Iran, with reports saying the strikes continued for a seventh day. In a separate incident, Iran’s warship “Iris Tina” was reportedly destroyed in an attack after completing a two-day naval exercise in India, killing 87 people on board.

Madurai’s Rajeshwari Suvi ranks 2nd in UPSC Civil Services results
Education

Madurai’s Rajeshwari Suvi ranks 2nd in UPSC Civil Services results

UPSC on Thursday announced the final results of the 2025 Civil Services Examination, conducted for recruitment to 23 services including IAS, IPS, IFS and IRS. Rajeshwari Suvi from Vadipatti in Madurai district secured All-India Rank (AIR) 2, marking a major achievement for Tamil Nadu. The notification for the 2025 examination was issued on January 22 last year. The preliminary exam was held on May 25 across 79 cities, with more than seven lakh candidates appearing. Results for the prelims were declared on June 11, with 14,156 candidates qualifying, including 723 from Tamil Nadu.

Andhra Pradesh to ban social media for children under 13: Naidu
Politics

Andhra Pradesh to ban social media for children under 13: Naidu

Amaravati: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has announced that children below 13 years of age will be barred from using social media in the state, citing the need to protect youngsters. According to the Chief Minister, the policy will be implemented in phases over the next 90 days. The government is also considering whether the restriction should be extended to children aged 13 to 16. The move comes amid growing concerns over increasing mobile phone use among children, including very young kids spending time on games and short-form videos on platforms such as YouTube and Instagram. Reports also point to children accessing phones without parents’ knowledge and becoming dependent on screens.

Vijay to unveil women-focused election promises today in Mamallapuram
Politics

Vijay to unveil women-focused election promises today in Mamallapuram

TVK leader Vijay is set to announce a set of women-focused election promises today, as part of the party’s Assembly election commitments. According to a statement issued by the TVK leadership, the party is marking International Women’s Day with a special celebration in Chennai. The event, to be attended by Vijay, will be held at the Four Points by Sheraton hotel in Mamallapuram from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Vijay is expected to outline schemes and plans aimed at women during the programme.

Seeman blames rulers for rising movie craze among youth
Politics

Seeman blames rulers for rising movie craze among youth

Chennai: Naam Tamilar Katchi (NTK) chief coordinator Seeman has said the ruling establishment is responsible for the growing “movie craze” among young people. Speaking to reporters, he reiterated that NTK is firm on contesting the upcoming Assembly election on its own and that there is no change in its stand of not aligning with Dravidian parties. Seeman said he does not expect parties to come forward for an alliance with him, adding that he would consider it only with groups that accept a political culture that does not involve paying money for votes. He described victories secured through cash as “degrading politics.”

Madurai HC flags temple land encroachment, says “God has no vote”
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Madurai HC flags temple land encroachment, says “God has no vote”

The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court, hearing a case on alleged encroachment of lands belonging to the Balasubramaniaswamy Temple at Vennamalai in Karur district, remarked that “the poor God has no right to vote, but powerful encroachers have a valuable vote.” The court cautioned that electoral considerations cannot override governance under the Constitution. The petition was filed by Radhakrishnan of Chennai, who said about 500 acres of temple land in Kadapparai and Athur had been encroached upon. He pointed out that a Division Bench had earlier, on October 23, 2019, directed the administration to take steps to recover temple properties from encroachment, and sought contempt action against officials for alleged non-compliance.

Ex-DGP Rajeev Kumar enters politics, files Rajya Sabha nomination
Politics

Ex-DGP Rajeev Kumar enters politics, files Rajya Sabha nomination

Rajya Sabha elections for 37 vacant seats across India are scheduled to be held on March 16. In West Bengal, nominations were filed for five seats by the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) and the BJP. The TMC named four candidates and submitted their nomination papers. The list includes state minister Babul Supriyo, former West Bengal Director General of Police Rajeev Kumar, senior Supreme Court advocate Menaka Guruswamy, and actor Koyal Malik.

Sri Lanka rescues 208 sailors from second Iranian warship
General

Sri Lanka rescues 208 sailors from second Iranian warship

Sri Lanka has rescued 208 sailors from Iran’s second warship operating near its waters, amid heightened tensions as the US-Israel conflict with Iran entered its seventh day. According to the report, Iran had sought permission for the vessel’s safety to enter Sri Lanka’s maritime limits, fearing it could be targeted. Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake held discussions with senior officials before a decision was taken. Following the talks, the warship identified as ‘Irin Bushehr’ was diverted to the Trincomalee port in the east. Sri Lanka Navy personnel then evacuated the 208 crew members and transported them to Colombo.

Samson’s 89 powers India into T20 World Cup final; England knocked out
Sports

Samson’s 89 powers India into T20 World Cup final; England knocked out

India booked a place in the T20 World Cup final with a tense seven-run win over England in the second semifinal at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai. England chose to bowl first after winning the toss, making one change by bringing in Jamie Overton for Rehan Ahmed. Sanju Samson set the tone with an attacking start and survived an early chance when Harry Brook put down a catch. Samson and Ishan Kishan then added 97 for the second wicket, taking India to 67/1 at the end of the powerplay, with Samson racing to a 26-ball fifty.

Three from Trichy district set for Rajya Sabha, spotlight on local voice
Politics

Three from Trichy district set for Rajya Sabha, spotlight on local voice

Trichy district is set to gain a stronger presence in the Rajya Sabha, with DMK’s Trichy Siva and Congress nominee Christopher Tilak expected to be elected. They would join sitting DMK Rajya Sabha MP, poet Rajathi—popularly known as Salma—taking the district’s tally to three. India’s Parliament has two Houses: the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha. While Lok Sabha members are elected directly by voters, Rajya Sabha members are chosen by state MLAs based on the seats allotted to each state.

CM Stalin to unveil 5-year development announcements for Tamil Nadu
Politics

CM Stalin to unveil 5-year development announcements for Tamil Nadu

Chennai: Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Thursday said he will make key announcements outlining Tamil Nadu’s development roadmap for the next five years. In a statement dated March 6, Stalin recalled that the day marks the moment the Tamil people “held their heads high” when C.N. Annadurai assumed office, and noted the significance of the 1967 cabinet taking charge. He said the announcements would be made on the same day that Dravidian rule took root in the state, describing it as laying the foundation stone for “Dravidian Model 2.0”.

Gold price keeps falling in Chennai; down Rs 6,520 in five days
Business

Gold price keeps falling in Chennai; down Rs 6,520 in five days

Chennai saw another sharp drop in gold rates on Thursday (March 6), with 22-carat jewellery gold falling by Rs 1,280 per sovereign to Rs 1,19,680. The per-gram price declined by Rs 160 to Rs 14,960. The report noted that gold and silver had surged last week amid the conflict involving the US and Israel against Iran, and Iran’s retaliation. After the initial spike when the war began, prices have been easing over the past few days.

US: We won’t repeat China trade mistakes with India, says Landau
Politics

US: We won’t repeat China trade mistakes with India, says Landau

US Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau on Thursday said the United States would not repeat with India the mistakes it made in its trade relationship with China. Speaking at a geopolitics and economy conference in New Delhi, Landau said Washington had drawn several lessons from its trade engagement with China over the past two decades. He added that the US would approach trade arrangements with India with greater clarity to safeguard American interests.

Two IAF pilots killed as Sukhoi Su-30 crashes during training in Assam
General

Two IAF pilots killed as Sukhoi Su-30 crashes during training in Assam

A Sukhoi Su-30 fighter aircraft of the Indian Air Force crashed in Assam while on a training sortie, killing both pilots on board. The aircraft took off from the Jorhat air base and lost radar contact at around 7:42 pm on Wednesday. The IAF launched an immediate search operation to locate the jet. After an intensive search, the aircraft was found to have crashed and been destroyed. The deaths of the two pilots, identified as Anuj and Poorvesh Tharakkar, were confirmed.

Seeman slams vote-buying, says paid victories are disgraceful
Politics

Seeman slams vote-buying, says paid victories are disgraceful

NTK (Naam Tamilar Katchi) coordinator Seeman on Thursday alleged that votes are being purchased and said any victory secured by paying money is “disgraceful”. He made the remarks while speaking to reporters in Chennai. Seeman also spoke about issues along the Tamil Nadu–Kerala border, claiming that the state is suffering losses around the boundary. He alleged that hills are being cut and removed and that waste is being dumped in Tamil Nadu, adding that he was working to address these concerns.

Nepal vote count: Rapper Balen Shah’s party leads in key races
Politics

Nepal vote count: Rapper Balen Shah’s party leads in key races

Vote counting is under way in Nepal following the March 5 general election, held amid political turbulence. Early trends show the Rastriya Swatantra Party, led by rapper-turned-politician Balen Shah, taking a strong lead in many constituencies. Nepal’s Parliament has 275 seats, with 165 elected through direct polls and the remaining 110 filled through proportional representation. Officials said voter turnout was around 60%. Balen Shah, a former mayor of Kathmandu, was named the party’s prime ministerial candidate. The Unified Marxist–Leninist party fielded former prime minister K.P. Sharma Oli as its candidate.

PM Modi urges farmers to strengthen natural farming, focus on exports
Politics

PM Modi urges farmers to strengthen natural farming, focus on exports

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday urged farmers to strengthen natural, chemical-free farming and place greater emphasis on agricultural exports. Speaking at an online seminar on agriculture and rural development, Modi said agriculture remains a key pillar of India’s economy and plays a major role in the country’s long-term growth. He stressed the need to ensure that every rupee allocated in the Union Budget is used for its intended purpose.

Karnataka to ban social media use for children under 16: CM Siddaramaiah
Politics

Karnataka to ban social media use for children under 16: CM Siddaramaiah

BENGALURU: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Thursday announced that the state government will impose a ban on social media use for children below 16 years of age. Making the statement during his budget speech, Siddaramaiah said the move is aimed at preventing harm to children’s mental health and addressing the adverse impact of mobile phone use on education. The announcement came as the Karnataka government presented its budget in the Assembly. Siddaramaiah said this was his 17th budget.

Stalin unveils 14 pledges, including 7 lakh homes by 2030
Politics

Stalin unveils 14 pledges, including 7 lakh homes by 2030

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Thursday announced 14 major pledges at an event held in Nandambakkam, Chennai. The announcements, made ahead of the Assembly elections, outlined plans the DMK says it will implement if it returns to power. A key promise is to build 7 lakh houses by 2030 under the “Kanavu Illam” scheme—5 lakh in rural areas and 2 lakh in urban areas. The package also includes medical insurance for people, special camps to detect diabetes and high blood pressure, and a mental health counselling centre in every district.

Annamalai accuses TN govt over Karnataka’s Mekedatu dam move
Politics

Annamalai accuses TN govt over Karnataka’s Mekedatu dam move

Chennai: Former BJP Tamil Nadu president K Annamalai has accused the DMK government of putting the state’s interests at risk following Karnataka’s latest announcement on the Mekedatu dam. In a statement, Annamalai said the Congress government in Karnataka, in its budget, has indicated that it will prepare a detailed project report (DPR) for constructing the Mekedatu dam across the Cauvery river, which he described as vital for Tamil Nadu farmers.

UPSC Civil Services 2025: Tamil Nadu candidates secure top ranks
Education

UPSC Civil Services 2025: Tamil Nadu candidates secure top ranks

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the results of the 2025 Civil Services Examination. Candidates from Tamil Nadu made a strong mark, with Rajeswari Suve from Madurai securing the All India Rank (AIR) 2 and Raja Mohaideen from Chennai securing AIR 7. The Civil Services Examination is conducted annually to fill posts including IAS and IPS. For the 2025 cycle, the exam was held to fill 1,087 vacancies, with the written examination conducted in August and interviews held last month.

Andhra Pradesh to ban social media for children under 13 within 90 days
Politics

Andhra Pradesh to ban social media for children under 13 within 90 days

Amaravati: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Thursday announced that the state will move to ban social media use for children below 13 years within the next 90 days. Speaking in the Assembly, Naidu said the government is working to ensure that those under 13 are unable to access social media platforms. He added that the proposal is currently under consideration and will be firmed up after consultations.

Report: Israel used ‘Blue Sparrow’ missile in Khamenei killing
Politics

Report: Israel used ‘Blue Sparrow’ missile in Khamenei killing

Tehran: New details have emerged on the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader and ruler Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, with reports claiming he was killed in a missile strike carried out by Israeli forces using a highly accurate missile known as the “Blue Sparrow”. The report comes amid continuing joint attacks by the United States and Israel on Iran. While Khamenei’s death is being seen as a major setback for Iran in the ongoing conflict, Iranian forces are said to be continuing to fight against the US-Israel coalition.

Dubai residents receive missile-attack alerts on mobile phones
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Dubai residents receive missile-attack alerts on mobile phones

Dubai residents have begun receiving government-issued SMS alerts warning of possible missile attacks in certain areas. The messages advise people to avoid going outdoors. The alerts come amid rising tensions in the region, with reports of increasing attacks by US and Israeli forces against Iran and retaliatory strikes by Iran targeting US bases in Gulf countries. An Indian resident in Dubai said multiple warnings were received on their phone, prompting families to stock essential supplies for emergencies. The resident added that passports and other important documents have been kept ready in a bag.

EPS keeps alliance option open, waits for Vijay: report
Politics

EPS keeps alliance option open, waits for Vijay: report

With the DMK having firmed up a large alliance of 23 parties in Tamil Nadu, the AIADMK is reportedly keeping its alliance options open and waiting for actor-politician Vijay and his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK). AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami (EPS) had said during a campaign event in Namakkal that an alliance with TVK was taking shape. However, TVK sources later stated that no decision had been taken on an alliance with the AIADMK.

Five held after alleged caste attack in Idakattur near Manamadurai
Crime

Five held after alleged caste attack in Idakattur near Manamadurai

An alleged attack on Scheduled Caste residents in Idakattur near Manamadurai in Sivaganga district left three people injured, police said. Nine people have been named in the case, and five have been arrested so far. According to the complaint, a quarrel broke out around 3 pm on March 3 between Pandiyaraj (41) of Chettikulam and Mahesh (42) of V. Pudhukulam. Raju (42), a Scheduled Caste resident of Idakattur, intervened and asked them not to fight.

US trade court orders Trump administration to refund Rs 12 lakh crore
Business

US trade court orders Trump administration to refund Rs 12 lakh crore

Court orders refunds of reciprocal tariffs A US international trade court has ordered the government to return more than Rs 12 lakh crore collected through reciprocal tariffs, calling the levy unlawful. The ruling directs that refunds to importers should begin. Background to the dispute After taking office for a second term in January last year, President Donald Trump imposed steep reciprocal tariffs on several countries, citing the trade deficit. The move drew sharp criticism from other nations and also triggered opposition within the US.

Lok Sabha to debate opposition motion to remove Speaker Om Birla on March 9
Politics

Lok Sabha to debate opposition motion to remove Speaker Om Birla on March 9

New Delhi: In a rare development in Lok Sabha history, the House is expected to debate on March 9 a motion moved by opposition parties seeking the removal of Speaker Om Birla. As the motion concerns him directly, he is not expected to preside over the sitting and will instead watch the proceedings from the treasury benches. The second phase of Parliament’s Budget Session is set to begin on March 9. Opposition parties are preparing to raise multiple issues, while the Union government is pushing to pass key bills.

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