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Iran alleges US-Israeli strike on Natanz nuclear facility
Politics

Iran alleges US-Israeli strike on Natanz nuclear facility

Tehran has alleged that Iran’s Natanz nuclear facility has come under attack, accusing the United States and Israel of carrying out the strike. Iran says the site has been used for uranium enrichment, while Western countries have long claimed it is linked to weapons development. The allegation comes as the Israel–US military campaign against Iran entered its third day, with Iran reporting that key figures, including Khamenei, were killed in the attacks.

Iran rules out talks with US as regional conflict escalates
Politics

Iran rules out talks with US as regional conflict escalates

Tehran has ruled out any talks with the United States on a ceasefire, with Iranian defence officials stating that no discussions will be held, according to reports. The statement comes amid escalating hostilities in West Asia, where Iran says it is facing attacks involving Israel and the US, while Iran continues retaliatory strikes. Iran’s military reportedly shot down a US F-15 over Kuwait, with the aircraft crashing into a mobile phone tower; the pilot survived.

Exam special: Foods that may help keep the brain active
Health

Exam special: Foods that may help keep the brain active

During exam season, the brain is said to consume more energy than other organs, making diet and rest important for students. To keep the body well-hydrated, the story suggests drinking tender coconut water or lemon juice. It also notes that antioxidant-rich foods can help protect brain cells. Adding a teaspoon of ghee to daily meals is mentioned as helpful for digestion and for supporting steady brain activity. For boosting energy, it recommends vitamin B-rich foods such as millets, whole wheat and dairy products.

How Parents Can Support Children During Exam Time
Education

How Parents Can Support Children During Exam Time

Parents play a crucial role in helping children stay confident and focused during exam season. One key step is to avoid comparing a son or daughter with other students, which can increase pressure and anxiety. Instead, parents can offer simple, positive check-ins—asking how the exam went, whether it felt manageable, and if the child is ready for the next paper. Encouraging words and reassurance can help students approach exams with courage.

Masi Magam today: Devotees urged to take holy dip and pray
General

Masi Magam today: Devotees urged to take holy dip and pray

Masi Magam is being observed today, falling on Masi 18 (March 2), according to the source. On this auspicious day, devotees traditionally take a holy dip and offer prayers to the deity. The observance is widely associated with the belief that sacred bathing and worship on Masi Magam bring spiritual merit. Devotees are expected to participate in rituals and worship as part of the day’s religious practices.

Ranji Trophy: A look at Jammu & Kashmir’s cricket journey
Sports

Ranji Trophy: A look at Jammu & Kashmir’s cricket journey

A short video shared by Dinamalar looks back at the Ranji Trophy story connected to the Jammu & Kashmir cricket team. The clip is presented in the platform’s “Shorts/Reels” format and focuses on the team’s place in India’s premier domestic red-ball tournament. No additional match details, dates, or specific milestones were provided in the available source text. The video is hosted on Dinamalar’s website under its video section.

Dhanush shares an update on Vada Chennai 2
Entertainment

Dhanush shares an update on Vada Chennai 2

Actor Dhanush has shared an update related to the much-discussed sequel “Vada Chennai 2” during his latest public speech. The remarks, circulated widely through short video clips, have renewed interest among fans who have been awaiting official word on the project. The video was published by Dinamalar in its Shorts/Reels section, highlighting Dhanush’s comments as the key takeaway. No additional details about the film’s schedule or production were provided in the available source content.

Israeli strikes hit Beirut suburbs; 31 killed in Lebanon
General

Israeli strikes hit Beirut suburbs; 31 killed in Lebanon

Israel launched a series of strikes in Lebanon, targeting Hezbollah positions in Beirut’s southern suburbs, according to reports. At least 31 people were killed in the attacks. The escalation follows earlier attacks on Iran, which the report said were carried out by Israel in coordination with the United States. It claimed that several Iranian leaders, including Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and the defence minister, were killed. In response, Hezbollah members based in Lebanon reportedly carried out attacks against Israel. Israel then intensified airstrikes on Lebanon as retaliation.

VCK’s Thirumavalavan seeks seats in line with party strength
Politics

VCK’s Thirumavalavan seeks seats in line with party strength

Chennai: Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) president Thol. Thirumavalavan said seat-sharing in the DMK-led alliance should be decided in proportion to his party’s strength and contribution, following talks with the DMK. Speaking to reporters, he said the 2026 Assembly election should not be seen as a routine contest and stressed the need to prevent right-wing forces from gaining ground. He added that VCK shared its views with a sense of responsibility and as a rightful partner in the secular, progressive alliance.

Gold drops Rs 920 per sovereign in Chennai as week begins
Business

Gold drops Rs 920 per sovereign in Chennai as week begins

Chennai saw a decline in bullion prices on Monday (March 2), with 22-carat jewellery gold falling by Rs 920 per sovereign to Rs 1,25,280. The per-gram rate slipped by Rs 115 to Rs 15,660. Silver prices also moved lower. Silver dropped by Rs 10 per gram to Rs 315, while the per-kilogram price fell by Rs 10,000 to Rs 3.15 lakh. The report linked recent volatility to escalating tensions in West Asia, stating that the US and Israel were carrying out attacks on Iran, and that Iran was retaliating by targeting US military bases in the region—raising concerns of wider economic impact.

Year’s first lunar eclipse on Mar 3; watch the red Moon with a blue rim
General

Year’s first lunar eclipse on Mar 3; watch the red Moon with a blue rim

A total lunar eclipse—the first of the year—will occur on Tuesday (March 3), offering skywatchers a rare view of a blood-red Moon with a thin blue rim, according to Prabhakaran, district president of the Tamil Nadu Science Forum. A lunar eclipse happens when the Sun, Earth and Moon align in a straight line and Earth’s shadow falls on the Moon. During totality, sunlight passing through Earth’s atmosphere bends, scattering blue light while red light reaches the Moon, making it appear dark orange or red—often called a “blood moon.”

TN Advocate General declines consent for contempt plea against ex-judge
Politics

TN Advocate General declines consent for contempt plea against ex-judge

Tamil Nadu Advocate General P.S. Raman has declined to grant consent to initiate criminal contempt of court proceedings against retired Madras High Court judge D. Hariparanthaman over comments made about Justice G.R. Swaminathan. The request arose from remarks made in two Tamil interviews published on YouTube on December 4 and 6, 2025, following an order passed by Justice Swaminathan in connection with the Thirupparankundram Karthigai Deepam issue. The applicant, Srirangam-based temple activist Rangarajan Narasimhan, submitted transcripts and links to the interviews while seeking consent under Section 15(1)(b) of the Contempt of Courts Act, 1971.

Modi’s address to boost AIADMK-NDA ahead of TN Assembly polls: Vasan
Politics

Modi’s address to boost AIADMK-NDA ahead of TN Assembly polls: Vasan

Tamil Maanila Congress (Moopanar) leader GK Vasan said Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s address is expected to energise the AIADMK-NDA alliance ahead of the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. Speaking on the political mood in the state, Vasan indicated that Modi’s remarks could help galvanise the alliance’s cadre and supporters as preparations for the polls gather pace. The comments come as parties and alliances in Tamil Nadu intensify outreach and messaging in the run-up to the Assembly election.

CM Stalin vows to protect Tamil and Tamil Nadu in birthday message
Politics

CM Stalin vows to protect Tamil and Tamil Nadu in birthday message

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin has said he will continue to protect Tamil and Tamil Nadu, in a message issued on his birthday. In the brief note, Stalin reiterated his commitment to safeguarding the Tamil language and the interests of the state. The statement was shared as part of his birthday greetings, drawing attention to his emphasis on Tamil identity and state welfare. No further details were provided in the message beyond the pledge to protect Tamil and Tamil Nadu.

PM Modi to visit Madurai, focus on AIADMK-NDA alliance ties
Politics

PM Modi to visit Madurai, focus on AIADMK-NDA alliance ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to visit Madurai, according to a report carried by The News Mill. The visit is being viewed in political circles as an attempt to reinforce coordination between the AIADMK and the NDA in Tamil Nadu. While the report highlights the alliance-related significance of the trip, further details on the schedule and programme were not provided in the available source material.

TN opens Delhi control room to assist Non-Resident Tamils amid US-Iran war
General

TN opens Delhi control room to assist Non-Resident Tamils amid US-Iran war

Tamil Nadu has set up a control room in New Delhi to assist Non-Resident Tamils in view of the ongoing US-Iran war, according to a report by DT Next. The move is aimed at providing support and coordination for Tamils living outside the country during the developing situation. The control room will function from the national capital, enabling quicker communication and facilitation as required. Further details on the control room’s operations were not available in the source report.

Tamilisai questions Stalin’s absence at PM Modi’s Madurai rally
Politics

Tamilisai questions Stalin’s absence at PM Modi’s Madurai rally

BJP leader Tamilisai Sundararajan on Saturday questioned Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin’s absence at Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s rally in Madurai. Speaking to reporters, Tamilisai said she “wished to raise one question” about why the Chief Minister did not attend the event. The remarks came in the context of PM Modi’s public programme in Madurai, which drew political attention in the state. No immediate response from the Chief Minister’s office was cited in the report.

Deputy CM Udhayanidhi opens new hospital block at Chepauk campus
Health

Deputy CM Udhayanidhi opens new hospital block at Chepauk campus

Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin on Saturday (March 1, 2026) inaugurated a new building at the Institute of Social Obstetrics and Government Kasturba Gandhi Hospital for Women and Children campus in Chepauk. The new block has been built at a cost of ₹32.32 crore. Officials said the facility has a total built-up area of 66,658 square feet, with a ground floor and two upper floors. The building is equipped with 100 beds, aimed at strengthening services at the women and children’s hospital campus.

IMD warns of heatwave spells in Tamil Nadu, Chennai from March to May
Environment

IMD warns of heatwave spells in Tamil Nadu, Chennai from March to May

Chennai and other parts of Tamil Nadu may face a hotter summer, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting heatwave spells between March and May. The seasonal outlook indicates above-normal maximum temperatures over most parts of the state. IMD said heatwave days could range from three to nine days across much of coastal Tamil Nadu, including Chennai. In some adjoining northern districts, the number of heatwave days may extend to nine to 15 days. Minimum temperatures during the season are expected to remain largely near normal.

Five arrested in Chennai for smuggling 20kg ganja from Odisha
Crime

Five arrested in Chennai for smuggling 20kg ganja from Odisha

Chennai police arrested five people, including three women, for allegedly smuggling ganja into the city from Odisha. Officers seized 20kg of the contraband along with the container truck believed to have been used for transportation. According to police, a team led by inspector Anandakumar tracked the movements of Geetha (45) of Korukkupet, who had earlier been booked in two ganja-related cases. Investigators monitored her digital footprint and found her in contact with a mobile number based in Odisha.

Ayanavaram police arrest man for assaulting 7-year-old at home
Crime

Ayanavaram police arrest man for assaulting 7-year-old at home

Chennai’s Ayanavaram police on Friday arrested a man accused of sexually assaulting a seven-year-old girl at her residence. Police said the child was playing inside her house when the accused, identified as Vijay, entered the premises and allegedly committed the assault. When a police team moved in to apprehend him, Vijay attempted to escape, but fell during the chase and sustained a fracture in his arm, officials said. He was taken for treatment and will be sent to Puzhal prison after obtaining a medical fitness certificate from the Government Stanley Hospital. The child was rescued by a woman police officer, police added.

Chennai Metro Phase-2 stretch to open with speed, frequency curbs
General

Chennai Metro Phase-2 stretch to open with speed, frequency curbs

Chennai Metro Rail is set to open the first Phase-2 stretch from Poonamallee Bypass to Vadapalani, spanning 14.6km, after the Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS) issued the mandatory authorisation for commissioning. CMRL said initial operations will come with restrictions. Trains will run every 15 minutes between Poonamallee Bypass and Porur Junction stations. On the Porur Junction–Vadapalani section, only one train in each direction will operate at a time, with a 20-minute frequency. Speeds on this portion will be capped at 25kmph, compared to the usual average of about 35kmph, taking the end-to-end travel time to around 35 minutes.

Tambaram Corporation serves eviction notices to 300 shops on GST Road
General

Tambaram Corporation serves eviction notices to 300 shops on GST Road

Encroachments such as pushcart eateries, bunk shops and small businesses have taken over pavements along GST Road, especially on the Tambaram Sanatorium stretch, affecting pedestrian movement. Despite periodic eviction drives, many vendors return, residents said. To address the issue, Tambaram Corporation has announced a major drive to clear encroachments and beautify pedestrian pathways along the 12-km GST Road stretch within its limits. Officials said notices have been issued to around 300 shops and commercial establishments asking them to vacate the pavements.

14 Chennai flights to West Asia cancelled amid Israel-Iran tensions
General

14 Chennai flights to West Asia cancelled amid Israel-Iran tensions

Flight operations between Chennai and several West Asia destinations were disrupted on Saturday following a sudden escalation in tensions between Israel and Iran. Multiple services to Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Doha were cancelled through Sunday morning, leaving passengers uncertain about later departures. Airport sources said at least 14 flights were cancelled — five on Saturday and nine up to 8am on Sunday — across different airlines. Three inbound flights from Bahrain, Dubai and Abu Dhabi scheduled between 8pm and 8.40pm on Saturday were also cancelled.

Madras HC: Non-tribals can’t gain tribal land ownership via adverse possession
Politics

Madras HC: Non-tribals can’t gain tribal land ownership via adverse possession

The Madras High Court has observed that tribal communities are legally vulnerable in protecting their immovable properties, and that this vulnerability is addressed through specific constitutional and statutory safeguards. Justice K Govindarajan held that a non-tribal cannot secure ownership of land in a tribal area owned by a tribal person by invoking adverse possession based on long and continuous occupation. The court made the observation while dismissing an appeal filed by Vinodhan Kandhaiah and four others, who claimed title to 35.65 acres in the Kalvarayan Hills, stating that their father Kandhaiah had purchased the land in 1995. The appellants said their father died in 1998 and that they have since been in possession of the land, cultivating fruits and spices.

Tamil Nadu govt doctors to begin hunger strike in Chennai on March 5
Health

Tamil Nadu govt doctors to begin hunger strike in Chennai on March 5

The Federation of Govt Doctors’ Associations in Tamil Nadu has announced a hunger strike in Chennai from March 5, intensifying its agitation over a pay increase and other pending service-related demands. The federation said key demands include implementation of GO 354 issued during the tenure of former chief minister M Karunanidhi, and a ₹3,000 allowance for doctors working in all primary health centres (PHCs). It also reiterated the need for timely promotions.

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