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Parliament panel flags rupee fall; govt says economy remains strong
Business

Parliament panel flags rupee fall; govt says economy remains strong

New Delhi: Members of Parliament voiced concern over the Indian rupee’s decline and a slowdown in private investment during a meeting of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Finance. The session, chaired by committee head Bhartruhari Mahtab, saw members also question the government on inflation and external risks, including the West Asia conflict. MPs further sought clarity on the proposed India–US trade agreement and new restrictions introduced by China to protect its industrial sector.

India, Venezuela discuss boosting energy and trade cooperation
Politics

India, Venezuela discuss boosting energy and trade cooperation

Venezuela’s acting president Delcy Rodriguez, on a five-day official visit to India, met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Wednesday to discuss expanding bilateral cooperation. According to the Ministry of External Affairs, the leaders reviewed India–Venezuela ties and explored ways to strengthen collaboration across sectors including energy, trade, health and automobiles. They also exchanged views on international and regional developments of mutual interest. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said both sides reaffirmed their commitment to deepen cooperation and support the progress of countries in the Global South.

EPS alleges conspiracy in TNEB hard disk theft, seeks CBI probe
Politics

EPS alleges conspiracy in TNEB hard disk theft, seeks CBI probe

AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami (EPS) on Wednesday alleged that a conspiracy was behind the reported theft of hard disks from the Tamil Nadu power department’s head office in Chennai. In a statement, EPS referred to media reports claiming that 18 hard disks containing key information had gone missing from the electricity board’s headquarters. He questioned how tender-related data could disappear under a government that projects itself as promoting “clean energy”.

Namdev throws away his offering plate as Vitthala doesn’t appear
General

Namdev throws away his offering plate as Vitthala doesn’t appear

A new spiritual video published by Dinamalar highlights an episode from the life of Namdev Maharaj, centred on his devotion to Vitthala. According to the video’s theme, Namdev becomes distressed when Vitthala does not appear, and in that moment he throws away the offering plate. The clip is presented as part of an ongoing series, tagged as Episode 6, and features Sivasri Skanda Prasad. The video was released on June 4, 2026, under the general category on Dinamalar’s platform.

Company penalised for delaying bike repair by 69 days
General

Company penalised for delaying bike repair by 69 days

A company has been penalised after a customer complained that his motorcycle repair was delayed for 69 days. According to the report, Kannan, a daily-wage labourer from Kaliyavoor village in Srivaikuntam taluk of Thoothukudi district, had approached an auto service outlet in the Samathanapuram area of Palayamkottai in 2018 for repairs. He alleged that the repair work was not completed within a reasonable time and that the delay stretched to 69 days.

BJP minority wing seeks action to recover encroached Waqf properties
Politics

BJP minority wing seeks action to recover encroached Waqf properties

BJP Minority Morcha national secretary Vellore Ibrahim and others met officials at the Chennai Waqf Board office and submitted a petition seeking action to recover Waqf properties. According to the petition, several Waqf Board assets are allegedly being encroached upon and misappropriated, and the group urged authorities to take steps to reclaim them. The representation was made directly to Waqf Board office officials in Chennai, calling for measures to safeguard the properties and prevent further loss.

Deva says making such a film was a long-time dream
Entertainment

Deva says making such a film was a long-time dream

Music director Deva has said that making a film of this kind has been a long-cherished dream for him. Speaking in a short video shared by Dinamalar, Deva noted that the idea had been on his mind for many years. The clip features Deva reflecting on his aspiration, without offering further details about the film’s title, cast or release plans. The video has drawn attention online as fans discuss his remarks and speculate about the project.

Dinamalar releases short video with Tamil phrase on prosperity
Entertainment

Dinamalar releases short video with Tamil phrase on prosperity

Dinamalar has published a short-form video on its platform featuring a Tamil phrase centered on prosperity and luck. The line conveys the idea of money “pouring in” and fortune “knocking at the door,” presented in a motivational, celebratory tone. The clip appears under Dinamalar’s shorts/reels section, with the content primarily built around the quoted phrase. No additional context, narration, or related news details are provided in the available source material.

Why Tamil Nadu Assembly Secretary Srinivasan quit suddenly
Politics

Why Tamil Nadu Assembly Secretary Srinivasan quit suddenly

Chennai: Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly Secretary Srinivasan has tendered his resignation, even though his service extension was due to run until September, according to information circulating within the Assembly Secretariat. Srinivasan, who rose through the Assembly’s news division and was known for his command over House rules, had served across both AIADMK and DMK tenures. Secretariat circles say his role was significant in ensuring sensitive proceedings—such as confidence-related votes and the passage of Bills—were conducted without major disruptions.

TASMAC staff allege promotion counselling limits vacancies to 200
Politics

TASMAC staff allege promotion counselling limits vacancies to 200

Madurai: TASMAC employees have raised concerns over the promotion counselling being conducted on June 4 across regional offices, alleging that the process is being carried out by officials without the knowledge of the newly appointed minister. According to staff, the State has been running TASMAC retail outlets since 2003. Over the years, supervisors, salespersons and assistant salespersons were recruited with specified educational qualifications and deposits. They recalled that after 500 shops were shut in 2018, a selection process was held to absorb displaced shop workers into ministerial roles. Around 8,000 graduate-qualified shop employees reportedly took part, and 500 were appointed as junior assistants in TASMAC.

CBSE Class 12 text adds lesson on Chinese occupation, revises Kashmir terms
Education

CBSE Class 12 text adds lesson on Chinese occupation, revises Kashmir terms

NCERT, which supplies textbooks and learning material for the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), has updated content in the Class 12 Political Science textbook, adding and revising sections linked to contemporary geopolitics. In the chapter on contemporary world politics, the term “Azad Pakistan” has been revised to describe Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir as an Indian territory under Pakistan’s illegal occupation, according to the updated text. The book also notes that while most states have similar powers, some—such as Jammu and Kashmir and certain northeastern states—had special provisions. It adds that Article 370, which provided special provisions for Jammu and Kashmir, was revoked by the President in August 2019, and includes an explanation of the move.

DMK MP Tiruchi Siva’s son held over obscene remarks on BJP executive
Crime

DMK MP Tiruchi Siva’s son held over obscene remarks on BJP executive

Chennai Police on June 4 arrested Surya Siva, son of DMK MP Tiruchi Siva, following a complaint filed by BJP executive and biker racer Alisha Abdulla. According to the complaint submitted at the Chennai Police Commissioner’s office, Abdulla alleged that obscene remarks and defamatory content about her were circulated on social media. She named YouTuber Mukthar and Surya Siva in her petition, stating that the posts had harmed her reputation.

Learn happily, success will follow: CM Vijay greets students
Education

Learn happily, success will follow: CM Vijay greets students

Schools across Tamil Nadu reopened on June 4 for students from Classes 1 to 12, marking the start of the new academic year after the summer break. Teachers welcomed students back to campus by presenting bouquets and distributing sweets, creating a festive first-day atmosphere. In a statement, Chief Minister Vijay extended heartfelt greetings to students beginning the year with fresh hope. He said education is the force that can brighten their future.

Annamalai to meet PM Modi in Delhi today, return to Tamil Nadu tomorrow
Politics

Annamalai to meet PM Modi in Delhi today, return to Tamil Nadu tomorrow

New Delhi: Former Tamil Nadu BJP president K Annamalai is scheduled to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi on Thursday (June 4), which also marks his birthday. Annamalai, who travelled to Delhi from Chennai on a sudden visit, has been camping in the national capital for the past few days and meeting senior BJP leaders. He met BJP general secretary (organisation) B L Santhosh to discuss his decision, according to sources.

TN signs Rs 18,600-crore MoU with L&T; 8,200 jobs expected
Business

TN signs Rs 18,600-crore MoU with L&T; 8,200 jobs expected

An MoU for investments worth Rs 18,600 crore was signed on Thursday at the Tamil Nadu Secretariat in Chennai in the presence of Chief Minister Vijay. The agreement was inked between the Tamil Nadu government and Larsen & Toubro (L&T) Ltd. According to the government, the MoU covers three projects with a combined employment potential of 8,200 people. The initiatives span digital infrastructure, electronics manufacturing and shipbuilding expansion. The first project is a data centre expansion plan in Kancheepuram district, involving an investment of Rs 15,000 crore and expected to generate 500 jobs. The second is an electronics products and electronic systems manufacturing project in Coimbatore, with Rs 2,500 crore investment and 2,000 jobs.

Durai Vaiko: Parties should not contest using another party’s symbol
Politics

Durai Vaiko: Parties should not contest using another party’s symbol

MDMK principal secretary Durai Vaiko on Thursday said political movements should not contest elections using another party’s symbol, arguing that it weakens a party’s distinct identity. Speaking to reporters at Coimbatore airport, he said his earlier remark that contesting under the DMK symbol was “unfortunate” was a factual statement. A party’s flag and symbol, he said, are its core identifiers, and using another party’s symbol dilutes its uniqueness. Durai Vaiko also pointed to what he described as a key procedural requirement: when a candidate contests as another party’s candidate, they must first resign their basic membership from their original party and then become a basic member of the party whose symbol they are using.

Venezuela President Delcy Rodriguez holds talks with PM Modi in Delhi
Politics

Venezuela President Delcy Rodriguez holds talks with PM Modi in Delhi

Venezuela President Delcy Rodriguez, who is on a five-day official visit to India, met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi and held discussions on a range of issues. Ahead of the meeting, the Ministry of External Affairs said the visit would focus on strengthening bilateral ties, including cooperation on energy security, trade and investment. The agenda also included discussions on pharmaceuticals, healthcare, transport and renewable energy, as both sides look to deepen engagement across key sectors.

11 killed in fire at elderly care home in Sri Lanka
General

11 killed in fire at elderly care home in Sri Lanka

A fire at an elderly care home in Sri Lanka has left 11 people dead and seven others injured, according to police. The incident occurred at a facility in Anguruwatota in Kalutara district, about 65 km southeast of Colombo. The blaze reportedly broke out suddenly on Wednesday. Police said 10 people died at the scene, while one person succumbed to injuries after being taken to hospital. Seven injured residents have been admitted for treatment, and the condition of some is said to be critical. Authorities fear the death toll could rise.

Hiding qualifications to get job deprives others’ rights: Supreme Court
General

Hiding qualifications to get job deprives others’ rights: Supreme Court

New Delhi: The Supreme Court has said that securing employment by concealing one’s true educational qualification amounts to depriving others of their rightful opportunity. The case involved a person working as a temporary bank assistant at Syndicate Bank. He obtained appointment to a post specifically reserved for applicants with education up to Class 10, while allegedly hiding the fact that he was a graduate. A bench comprising Justices Amanullah and Mahadevan heard the matter and upheld the employee’s termination, affirming that the appointment was obtained by suppressing material information.

Anti-corruption raids hit 60 deed registration offices across Tamil Nadu
Crime

Anti-corruption raids hit 60 deed registration offices across Tamil Nadu

Anti-corruption police on Wednesday conducted simultaneous surprise raids at deed registration (sub-registrar) offices across Tamil Nadu. Officials said checks were under way in 60 offices in multiple districts. In Mayiladuthurai, the district sub-registrar office on Kacheri Road was searched with the premises kept closed during the operation. Officials also questioned more than 30 members of the public who had come for registration work. Raids were also reported at the deed registration office on the Virudhunagar–Madurai Road, and at the Sattur office. In Coimbatore, teams inspected the Thondamuthur and Gandhipuram sub-registrar offices.

Mekedatu dam: Karnataka CM says Tamil Nadu nod not needed
Politics

Mekedatu dam: Karnataka CM says Tamil Nadu nod not needed

Bengaluru: Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has said that building the proposed Mekedatu dam across the Cauvery does not require permission from the Tamil Nadu government, and that approval must come from the Union government. Karnataka has reiterated its determination to go ahead with the dam at Mekedatu, with reports suggesting preparations are being made for a ground-breaking ceremony. Tamil Nadu has strongly objected to the project and has filed a petition before the National Green Tribunal, urging the Centre not to grant clearance for the dam.

TN petrol dealers may shut outlets for a day after drug gang attack
General

TN petrol dealers may shut outlets for a day after drug gang attack

Petrol pump dealers in Tamil Nadu are considering a one-day shutdown to protest an attack allegedly carried out by an armed drug gang at an IndianOil outlet in Keel Arasadi, Thoothukudi district. According to the Tamil Nadu Petroleum Dealers Association, the incident occurred on May 30. The group reportedly behaved provocatively near the fuel dispensing area, and within an hour a 10-member gang arrived on motorcycles and turned violent, allegedly using knives and bottles.

Stalin calls to ‘dispel the darkness’ around Tamil Nadu
Politics

Stalin calls to ‘dispel the darkness’ around Tamil Nadu

DMK president M K Stalin on Wednesday called on party members to “dispel the darkness surrounding Tamil Nadu” and to “write a new history of victory,” in a statement issued on the occasion of late Chief Minister M Karunanidhi’s 103rd birth anniversary. Stalin, along with Udhayanidhi Stalin, MP Kanimozhi and senior DMK leaders, paid floral tributes at Karunanidhi’s memorial on Marina Beach in Chennai. He later offered respects at Karunanidhi statues at the Omandurar complex, Kodambakkam and the party headquarters Anna Arivalayam.

TVK urges Congress not to corner CM Vijay over Mekedatu dam row
Politics

TVK urges Congress not to corner CM Vijay over Mekedatu dam row

TVK has urged the Congress high command not to create political pressure on Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay over the Mekedatu dam issue, according to a senior party functionary. The functionary said Karnataka’s new Chief Minister, senior Congress leader D.K. Shivakumar, has recently reiterated that a dam will be built at Mekedatu across the Cauvery—an issue seen as critical for farming in Tamil Nadu’s delta districts. While Vijay has remained restrained in keeping with alliance commitments, Shivakumar’s comments—suggesting that the dam cannot be stopped because TVK is in power with Congress support—have, TVK claims, placed the Tamil Nadu government in a difficult position.

Vijay-led TVK agrees to give Congress a Rajya Sabha seat from Tamil Nadu
Politics

Vijay-led TVK agrees to give Congress a Rajya Sabha seat from Tamil Nadu

Chennai: Congress is set to gain an additional Rajya Sabha seat from Tamil Nadu after Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief and Chief Minister Vijay agreed to allot the vacancy to the party, accepting a request conveyed on behalf of Rahul Gandhi. The vacancy arose after former AIADMK Rajya Sabha MP C.V. Shanmugam resigned from the Upper House following his victory in the Mayilam Assembly constituency. The election to fill the seat is scheduled for June 18.

Udhayanidhi plans ‘Vijay-style’ politics with fewer meets, statements
Politics

Udhayanidhi plans ‘Vijay-style’ politics with fewer meets, statements

Senior DMK functionaries have claimed that Opposition Leader Udhayanidhi is planning a new political approach modeled on Chief Minister Vijay’s style, with fewer public engagements and limited statements. According to them, when Vijay launched the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), he focused on weekend tours and issued statements against the ruling side only occasionally. Despite that restrained approach, TVK went on to win the Assembly election. The DMK leaders said Udhayanidhi is now considering attending one party programme a week and restricting himself to two statements per week. They pointed to the recent Trichy meeting, where Vijay sharply attacked the DMK, but the party’s response came through former MLA Ezhilan and MP Raja, rather than from Udhayanidhi.

Madurai HC warns POCSO law must not be used as a revenge tool
Crime

Madurai HC warns POCSO law must not be used as a revenge tool

The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court has cautioned that the POCSO law, meant to protect children from sexual offences, must not be turned into a weapon for adults’ personal vendettas. The court said childhood should not become a battlefield for revenge, and stressed that the law’s purpose includes safeguarding a child’s dignity, education and psychological well-being. The observations came while hearing four separate petitions seeking to quash POCSO cases registered in Trichy, Thoothukudi, Pudukkottai and Usilampatti. After examining the records, Justice L. Victoria Gowri noted indications that false complaints were allegedly engineered by using minor girls amid family disputes, property issues, threats by lawyers and village enmity.

Tamil IAS officer Rajendra Cholan named Karnataka CM’s secretary
Politics

Tamil IAS officer Rajendra Cholan named Karnataka CM’s secretary

Bengaluru: IAS officer Rajendra Cholan has been appointed as secretary to Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar. Rajendra Cholan is from Madurai. Shivakumar, a Congress leader, formally assumed office as Karnataka’s new Chief Minister on June 3. Along with him, Deputy Chief Minister Parameshwara and 12 others were sworn in as ministers. Following the change in leadership, the state has begun reshuffling IAS officers. In the first phase, announcements were issued on transfers and postings of secretaries across various departments.

Madras HC raps panel for denying kidney transplant to Bangladeshi boy
Health

Madras HC raps panel for denying kidney transplant to Bangladeshi boy

The Madras High Court has pulled up the Tamil Nadu government’s organ transplant authorisation committee for denying permission for a kidney transplant for a Bangladeshi minor admitted to a private hospital in Chennai. The boy, Adonu Saha, was to receive a kidney from his mother, Monika Rani Saha. However, the committee refused approval, citing that the relationship between the boy’s mother and father had not been established. Hearing the petition filed on the child’s behalf, Justice G.R. Swaminathan noted that the family had produced several documents issued by the Bangladesh government, including national ID, birth and family certificates, passport, visa, educational records and a DNA report, to prove the mother-son relationship.

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