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Unanswered police queries raise doubt over Vijay’s Thanjavur meet
Politics

Unanswered police queries raise doubt over Vijay’s Thanjavur meet

A meeting of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) office-bearers has been planned near Thanjavur, where party leader Vijay is expected to address the gathering. According to TVK organisers, the event is scheduled at the Ayyasamy Patti junction road area on the outskirts of Thanjavur, from 10 am to 3 pm. The organisers said they submitted an application seeking permission to the Thanjavur district Superintendent of Police on February 28. Following this, police raised 32 queries, including the expected crowd size, security arrangements for participants, and basic facilities to be provided.

Devotees hold Tirupparankundram girivalam urging lamp at hilltop pillar
Politics

Devotees hold Tirupparankundram girivalam urging lamp at hilltop pillar

Thousands of devotees took part in a girivalam (circumambulation) at Tirupparankundram in Madurai district on the full moon day, urging that a lamp be lit at the Deepathoon pillar on the hilltop in line with a court directive. The march was called by the Muruga Bhaktargal Peravai and several Hindu organisations, which appealed for large participation. Tirupparankundram traditionally sees heavy turnout for girivalam on full moon days. BJP state president Nainar Nagendran joined the event along with party functionaries led by Arvind Menon and state secretary Kathali Narasinga Perumal. Leaders and cadres from Hindu Munnani, Hindu Tamilar Katchi, VHP, Akhil Bharath Anuman Sena and Hindu Rashtriya Sabha were also present.

President urges new IAS officers to use AI to simplify governance
Politics

President urges new IAS officers to use AI to simplify governance

President Droupadi Murmu on Monday advised newly inducted IAS officers to make full use of artificial intelligence (AI)-based solutions to simplify administrative systems and improve service delivery to citizens. Speaking at a function held at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi, the President said the country’s progress would be meaningful only when the benefits of development reach the most vulnerable and backward sections. She urged officers to work tirelessly to ensure that no community is left out due to geographical, social or economic reasons. As they take up responsibilities at district and state levels, she called on them to adopt an integrated approach that goes beyond departmental boundaries to strengthen governance.

Modi tells TN BJP workers: Daily outreach can secure 100% votes
Politics

Modi tells TN BJP workers: Daily outreach can secure 100% votes

Chennai: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has advised BJP workers in Tamil Nadu to focus on constructive, people-centric work to maximise the party’s vote share. Modi, who was on a two-day visit to Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, addressed a public meeting in Madurai on Sunday. Later, he reviewed Assembly election preparations with senior BJP functionaries from the state. During the interaction, Modi said people in Tamil Nadu were strongly dissatisfied with the DMK and were looking for an NDA alliance government. He asked party workers to campaign with full commitment, with the aim of unseating the DMK.

India signs deal to buy uranium from Canada; rare minerals cooperation
Politics

India signs deal to buy uranium from Canada; rare minerals cooperation

India and Canada have signed a set of memoranda of understanding, including a long-term agreement for Canada to supply uranium to India for peaceful nuclear energy needs. The uranium deal is valued at about Rs 24,000 crore and is intended to run until 2035, with officials indicating it would help avoid fuel shortages for India’s nuclear reactors. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney arrived in India on a four-day official visit and held meetings with business leaders in Mumbai before meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi. The agreements were signed in the presence of the two leaders, who later addressed the media together.

Supreme Court warns lawyers against citing AI-generated fake judgments
Politics

Supreme Court warns lawyers against citing AI-generated fake judgments

New Delhi: The Supreme Court has issued a strong warning to lawyers, saying that presenting judgments generated through artificial intelligence (AI) that were never actually delivered by any court is not only wrong but also a blatant breach of professional conduct. The issue arose from a property dispute case in an Andhra Pradesh trial court, where the final order delivered in August last year relied on certain “previous judgments” cited by counsel. It later emerged that those cited judgments did not exist in any court records and were allegedly created using AI and submitted in the proceedings.

Dubai airports shut; flights halted, yet ticket bookings continue online
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Dubai airports shut; flights halted, yet ticket bookings continue online

Dubai’s main airports have suspended operations and halted flight movements after several countries temporarily closed their airspace as a security measure, according to reports. The disruption follows retaliatory strikes by Iran on US military bases in West Asia, prompting heightened precautions across the region. As a result, air traffic at key airports in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah has been fully stopped until further notice. Authorities have said all arrivals and departures are on hold and advised passengers not to travel to airports. However, checks on major airline and travel-booking websites in India showed that online reservations to Dubai are still being accepted on many platforms.

Goyal alleges DMK govt blocked crowd for PM Modi’s Madurai rally
Politics

Goyal alleges DMK govt blocked crowd for PM Modi’s Madurai rally

Union Minister Piyush Goyal on Monday accused the DMK government of creating traffic congestion to prevent people from attending Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s public meeting in Madurai. The BJP-led alliance rally was held near the Mandela Ring Road area and was described as the first major meeting for the southern districts. Thousands were brought in vehicles, and a parking facility was arranged near a private hotel on the Ring Road.

HC asks TN to clarify on allowing puja near Thiruparankundram Deepathoon
Politics

HC asks TN to clarify on allowing puja near Thiruparankundram Deepathoon

The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court, hearing a contempt petition over non-compliance of its earlier directions, said a court-appointed five-member team should be allowed to perform puja near the Deepathoon at the hilltop of Thiruparankundram. Justice G.R. Swaminathan directed the Tamil Nadu government to clearly state its position on the issue by the next day. The matter stems from writ petitions in which the court had earlier directed that Karthigai Deepam be lit not only at the usual locations on Thiruparankundram hill but also at the Deepathoon, and that police ensure the practice from 2025 onwards. A contempt petition was later filed alleging that the order was not implemented, naming the district collector, the police commissioner and the temple executive officer.

BJP seeks govt job for Poornachandran’s wife, KV admission for sons
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BJP seeks govt job for Poornachandran’s wife, KV admission for sons

Madurai: The BJP is pursuing a government job for Hindumathi, the wife of Poornachandran, and is also seeking admission for their two sons in a Kendriya Vidyalaya school in Madurai, party sources said. Poornachandran, a medical sales representative from Madurai, died by self-immolation after protesting the Tamil Nadu government’s refusal to permit lighting a ceremonial lamp atop Thiruparankundram hill, despite an order from the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court.

Travancore Devaswom Board to file fresh affidavit against Sabarimala verdict
Politics

Travancore Devaswom Board to file fresh affidavit against Sabarimala verdict

The Travancore Devaswom Board has announced that it will file a fresh affidavit opposing the Supreme Court’s 2018 verdict that allowed women of all ages to enter the Sabarimala Ayyappa temple in Kerala’s Pathanamthitta district. Sabarimala draws devotees from across the country. Traditionally, women in the 10–50 age group were not permitted to undertake the pilgrimage, while girls below 10 and women above 50 were allowed, citing the belief that Lord Ayyappa is in a state of strict celibacy.

Stalin hits back at Modi, calls BJP’s TN rule a “mirage”
Politics

Stalin hits back at Modi, calls BJP’s TN rule a “mirage”

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Monday criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi, alleging that the Prime Minister is “unleashing lies” during the election season because he has no concrete achievements to cite. Speaking in an interview at an English weekly magazine event in Chennai, Stalin said the DMK government had become an “all-rounder” across sectors over the past five years. He claimed Tamil Nadu’s economic performance had been praised by the BJP-led Union government itself, and said even BJP-ruled states could not show similar growth.

Crude oil could top $100 as Strait of Hormuz stays shut: report
Business

Crude oil could top $100 as Strait of Hormuz stays shut: report

A prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz near Iran could push crude oil prices above $100 a barrel, according to research firm Wood Mackenzie. The firm said the strait has been shut amid heightened war tensions in West Asia. If the disruption persists for an extended period, the supply risk could lift benchmark prices to the $100 level. Wood Mackenzie noted that about 15% of the world’s oil moves through the Strait of Hormuz, along with around 20% of global liquefied natural gas shipments. Oil prices have already risen after three vessels near the strait were attacked.

29% of tested medicines found substandard; 43 samples from Tamil Nadu
Health

29% of tested medicines found substandard; 43 samples from Tamil Nadu

Chennai: Medicines tested in January as part of routine quality checks showed that 29% were of substandard quality, according to the findings. The Centre and state governments conduct monthly inspections and laboratory tests to ensure the quality of medicines sold across the country. Samples are drawn from pharmacies, retail outlets, wholesale depots, warehouses and manufacturing units. Officials assess whether products have been manufactured in line with Drug Control Board guidelines. Medicines that do not meet the prescribed standards are classified as substandard.

Tips to Manage Cavities in Kids and Protect Growing Teeth
Health

Tips to Manage Cavities in Kids and Protect Growing Teeth

Tooth decay in young children is considered common, as baby teeth fall out and new teeth emerge at specific ages. The issue often improves when milk teeth begin to shed and permanent teeth start erupting, typically from around age seven. However, if a child develops pain, swelling or persistent discomfort in the teeth before that stage, treatment should be taken. The report notes that proceeding toward root canal treatment when there are no symptoms may carry a risk of affecting the growth of permanent teeth.

Pension aid up to Rs 1,200 for eligible senior citizens
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Pension aid up to Rs 1,200 for eligible senior citizens

Many parents spend their working years prioritising their children’s education, marriage and medical needs, often failing to plan savings for old age. A recent report says about 65% of senior citizens in India remain financially insecure. Lack of financial independence can push elderly people into daily uncertainty, emotional distress and situations that affect their dignity in society. To support a dignified life for seniors, the Centre and state governments run multiple pension schemes.

Masi chariot festival held in Tiruchendur with fanfare
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Masi chariot festival held in Tiruchendur with fanfare

The Masi chariot festival was held in Tiruchendur, creating a festive atmosphere in the temple town. The event featured a chariot procession as part of the Masi celebrations, with the occasion marked by visible enthusiasm. The video shared by the source captured moments from the procession and the overall celebratory mood. Further details on the schedule and related rituals were not provided in the available source content.

India markets slide as Iran-US, Israel war tensions lift oil prices
Business

India markets slide as Iran-US, Israel war tensions lift oil prices

Indian equity markets opened sharply lower on Monday as heightened war tensions involving Iran, the US and Israel weighed on global risk sentiment. The BSE Sensex slipped more than 1,400 points to trade around 79,820, while the NSE Nifty fell 444 points to about 24,734, reflecting broad-based selling. The sell-off erased roughly Rs 9 lakh crore of investor wealth within a few hours, according to market estimates cited in the report.

Centre alerts states to monitor pro-Iran protests amid tensions
Politics

Centre alerts states to monitor pro-Iran protests amid tensions

New Delhi: The Union Home Ministry has issued an alert to state governments, warning of a possible risk of violence in India following US-Israel strikes on Iran. In a letter sent to chief secretaries and directors general of police (DGPs) of all states, the ministry asked authorities to closely monitor attempts to organise pro-Iran protests and related mobilisation. The advisory also calls for tracking radical speakers and social media users who post content that could incite violence, along with swift action against hate speech and provocation online.

Annamalai asks why DMK allies didn’t protest Pahalgam killings
Politics

Annamalai asks why DMK allies didn’t protest Pahalgam killings

Former BJP Tamil Nadu president K Annamalai has questioned the DMK and its alliance partners over what he called selective protests, citing the absence of street demonstrations after Indians were shot dead by terrorists in Pahalgam. His remarks came after a protest in Chennai that condemned the killing of Iran’s leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The protest was held near the US Consulate, where Muslim organisations staged a siege and raised slogans against the US and Israel.

Modi meets Canada PM Mark Carney; says West Asia situation is worrying
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Modi meets Canada PM Mark Carney; says West Asia situation is worrying

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met visiting Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney in New Delhi to discuss ways to strengthen bilateral relations. The talks were held at Hyderabad House, followed by a joint interaction with the media. According to officials, the two leaders reviewed cooperation across trade, energy, minerals, agriculture and education. Agreements were signed in the presence of both leaders. Speaking to reporters, Modi said Carney’s first visit to India as prime minister was an important milestone. He also recalled the welcome extended to him during the G7 meeting in Canada last year.

Iran drone strike hits Saudi Aramco’s Ras Tanura refinery, tensions rise
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Iran drone strike hits Saudi Aramco’s Ras Tanura refinery, tensions rise

Riyadh: A drone attack attributed to Iran has struck Saudi Aramco’s Ras Tanura refinery, described as the world’s largest oil refining facility, triggering international concern. According to the report, the incident comes after the United States carried out an attack on Iran on February 28, in which Iran’s leader Khamenei and 48 key figures were said to have been killed. Iran, angered by the development, reportedly rejected indirect outreach linked to remarks by US President Donald Trump.

Kuwait admits accidental shootdown of three US fighter jets
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Kuwait admits accidental shootdown of three US fighter jets

Reports initially suggested that Iran had carried out successive attacks on US fighter jets flying in Kuwaiti airspace, leading to multiple aircraft crashing. Kuwait’s defence ministry later said several US military aircraft went down on Monday morning. In its statement, Kuwait said all personnel on board were safe, and that authorities immediately launched search-and-rescue operations. Injured US aircrew were recovered and admitted to hospital, where their condition was reported to be stable.

China denies supplying missiles to Iran, urges end to wider conflict
Politics

China denies supplying missiles to Iran, urges end to wider conflict

Beijing has denied reports claiming that Iran obtained missiles from China for use in attacks linked to the ongoing conflict with the United States. China’s Foreign Ministry said the allegation is “not true” and urged steps to prevent the war from spreading to other regions. The statement comes amid escalating tensions after the US carried out strikes on Iran on February 28, in which Iran’s leader Khamenei and 48 senior figures were reported killed. Following this, Iran has expanded attacks on US military bases and embassies in countries including Qatar, Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, intensifying the wider Iran–US–Israel confrontation.

US-Israel strikes on Iran enter third day; 555 reported dead
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US-Israel strikes on Iran enter third day; 555 reported dead

US and Israeli attacks on Iran continued for a third day, with Iranian state media reporting that 555 people have been killed since the strikes began. Reports said Iran’s capital Tehran and several cities housing nuclear facilities suffered heavy damage during the attacks. The residence and office of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei were also reported to have been severely affected. The reports further claimed that Khamenei was killed in the strikes. Media accounts said 131 cities across Iran have been badly impacted.

Middle East tensions disrupt Delhi flights; 760 international services cancelled
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Middle East tensions disrupt Delhi flights; 760 international services cancelled

New Delhi: Flight operations from Delhi to several Middle East destinations continued to face disruption for the third consecutive day, amid ongoing tensions in the region. Airport officials said around 87 international flights were cancelled from Delhi on Monday alone. This included 37 departures and 50 arrivals. The disruptions come as the conflict-linked situation in the Middle East remains tense, with wider international impacts being reported. Officials added that Indian airlines have cancelled a total of 760 flight services over the past two days due to the prevailing situation.

Verdict on Ponmudi red sand quarry case set for April 2
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Verdict on Ponmudi red sand quarry case set for April 2

Villupuram: The verdict in the red sand quarry corruption case against former DMK minister K. Ponmudi will be delivered on April 2, the court has said. The case relates to a red sand quarry at Poothurai village near Vanur in Villupuram district. Police allege that during the previous DMK regime, red sand was extracted in violation of rules, causing a loss of Rs 28.36 crore to the government. The district crime branch registered the case in 2012 against Ponmudi, his son Gowtham Sigamani and six others. The trial has been under way at the Villupuram District Principal Court.

Nainar Nagendran accuses DMK of abetting protest during PM’s TN visit
Politics

Nainar Nagendran accuses DMK of abetting protest during PM’s TN visit

Chennai: Tamil Nadu BJP president Nainar Nagendran on Sunday criticised the DMK government, alleging it “instigated” or enabled protests on the day the Prime Minister visited Tamil Nadu. In a statement, he said that when the Prime Minister was in the state, Islamic organisations along with the VCK attempted to lay siege to the US Deputy Consulate in Chennai and held a protest, citing an issue related to an Iran attack.

Iran claims missile strike on Israeli PM’s office; Netanyahu status unclear
Politics

Iran claims missile strike on Israeli PM’s office; Netanyahu status unclear

Tehran said it carried out a missile attack targeting Israel’s prime minister’s office, and claimed it is unclear whether Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is alive. According to Iran, the strike also hit an Israeli air force office. The claim was made by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The statement comes amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. Iran said Israel and the United States have been conducting joint attacks on Iran for a third consecutive day.

EPS skips media at Delhi airport, says “Let’s meet tomorrow”
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EPS skips media at Delhi airport, says “Let’s meet tomorrow”

AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami (EPS), who has travelled to Delhi, avoided interacting with reporters at the airport on Sunday. When journalists raised questions, he responded briefly, saying they could meet the next day, and left. The development comes amid ongoing discussions over seat-sharing for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. The AIADMK-led alliance is said to include the BJP, PMK, TMC (Moopanar), AMMK, the Indian Democratic Party, Puthiya Needhi Katchi, Tamilaga Makkal Munnetra Kazhagam, Puratchi Bharatham and a few other parties.

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