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AIADMK chief Palaniswami tells cadres he will unify and rebuild party
Politics

AIADMK chief Palaniswami tells cadres he will unify and rebuild party

Chennai: AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami has told party functionaries that he will “certainly restructure and unify” the party and lead it to victory. Following the party’s defeat in the Assembly election, Palaniswami has been holding district-wise consultations with AIADMK office-bearers. So far, he has met functionaries from 28 districts. According to party organisational secretaries, during a meeting with Pudukkottai and Cuddalore district functionaries on July 16, Palaniswami urged them to work together to rebuild the party. He reportedly said new appointments would be made to replace those who had left, and expressed confidence of winning the by-elections.

Fewer NEET qualifiers in Tamil Nadu; medical cut-offs likely to rise
Education

Fewer NEET qualifiers in Tamil Nadu; medical cut-offs likely to rise

Chennai: Tamil Nadu has recorded a drop in the number of students qualifying in NEET this year compared with the previous year, even as higher scores at the top end are expected to push medical admission cut-offs upward. NEET, the national entrance test for MBBS, BDS and other medical courses, was held on May 3 for the current academic year. Following allegations of question paper leakage, the exam was cancelled and a re-test was conducted on June 21. Results were released late the day before yesterday.

Tamil Nadu launches digital self-enumeration for population census
General

Tamil Nadu launches digital self-enumeration for population census

Tamil Nadu has started its population census-related work, introducing an online self-enumeration facility as the first step. The option allows residents to submit their personal details digitally, and is open until July 31. To promote awareness, Governor Rajendra Arlekar and Chief Minister Vijay completed their own online registrations and appealed to the public to take part. The Governor said the census should be treated as a national responsibility and called on citizens to participate wholeheartedly.

Stalin tells DMK MPs: Don’t align with Congress, avoid Modi criticism
Politics

Stalin tells DMK MPs: Don’t align with Congress, avoid Modi criticism

DMK president and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has reportedly issued a set of instructions to the party’s Members of Parliament ahead of the upcoming Parliament session. According to the report, Stalin held a video conference with DMK MPs while he was in London. He is said to have asked them to raise issues such as the Mekedatu dam proposal and Tamil Nadu’s rights over Cauvery river water. Stalin reportedly told the MPs not to work jointly with the Congress on any matter in Parliament and to take the field independently on issues linked to state rights. He also advised them to participate in protests led by other state parties, but not in agitations spearheaded by the Congress.

Chennai corporation office raided; foreign liquor seized in bribery case
Crime

Chennai corporation office raided; foreign liquor seized in bribery case

Vigilance and anti-corruption police conducted a raid at the Greater Chennai Corporation’s Thiru.Vi.Ka Nagar zonal office on Strahans Road, Pattalam. During the search, officials seized foreign liquor bottles and cash, and later registered a case against five people, including Executive Engineer Saravanan. Police said foreign liquor worth about Rs 32,000—five varieties—was recovered from Saravanan’s rest room. He reportedly told investigators that contractors had given the bottles as gifts. In the same operation, cash totalling Rs 41,790 was seized from 82 people, including Assistant Commissioner Chokkalingam, according to the report. The FIR also mentions that Rs 12,600 was recovered from Zonal Health Officer Mohana Sundaram, who claimed it was brought to buy jewellery for his sister’s daughter, but did not produce bank withdrawal proof.

Hosur govt shopping complex lies vacant, Rs 19.5 crore fund stuck
General

Hosur govt shopping complex lies vacant, Rs 19.5 crore fund stuck

HOSUR: A government-built shopping complex near the Hosur bus stand has remained largely unused as traders are unwilling to take shops on rent, raising concerns that Rs 19.50 crore spent from capital grant funds is now lying idle. The two-storey complex was constructed after demolishing the old municipal office building near the bus stand in Hosur, Krishnagiri district. It was inaugurated on March 13, but has not attracted tenants for the past five months.

Andy Burnham elected UK Labour leader, set to become Prime Minister
Politics

Andy Burnham elected UK Labour leader, set to become Prime Minister

Burnham chosen to lead Labour Andy Burnham has been elected leader of the UK’s Labour Party, paving the way for him to assume office as Prime Minister in the coming days. Starmer steps down after setbacks Labour returned to power after winning the July 2024 general election, with Keir Starmer becoming Prime Minister. However, public dissatisfaction grew amid an economic slowdown, sharp price rises and what were described as political missteps, culminating in a major Labour defeat in last month’s local elections.

Cricket great Sir Garfield Sobers dies at 89, tributes pour in
Sports

Cricket great Sir Garfield Sobers dies at 89, tributes pour in

West Indies cricket icon Sir Garfield Sobers, widely regarded as one of the greatest all-rounders in the sport’s history, has died at the age of 89 following ill health. His passing has sparked grief among cricket fans worldwide. Sobers represented the West Indies from 1954 to 1974 and was celebrated for excelling in every department—batting, bowling and fielding. He also captained the side during his illustrious career. In Test cricket, he played 93 matches and scored 8,032 runs at an average of 57.78, including 26 centuries. With the ball, he claimed 235 wickets, making an impact with both left-arm pace and spin.

Gujarat tops NITI Aayog’s business-friendly states list; TN ranks 3rd
Business

Gujarat tops NITI Aayog’s business-friendly states list; TN ranks 3rd

New Delhi: Gujarat has secured the top spot in NITI Aayog’s latest ranking of business-friendly states, while Tamil Nadu has been placed third. The ranking is designed to assess states’ ability to attract investments over the long term. It is based on indicators including infrastructure capacity, skilled human resources, institutional capability, financial health, environmental resilience and regulatory framework. Gujarat led the list with 56.6 points, with the report citing strengths such as infrastructure, business environment and financial health. Factors highlighted include port infrastructure, power distribution and a strong industrial ecosystem.

Panel delays report on bill to remove PM, CMs; monsoon tabling unlikely
Politics

Panel delays report on bill to remove PM, CMs; monsoon tabling unlikely

New Delhi: A joint parliamentary committee examining a proposed constitutional amendment on removing the Prime Minister, Chief Ministers and ministers has postponed the move to adopt its draft report, amid differences over its recommendations. The Union government had introduced the 130th Constitution Amendment Bill in the Lok Sabha in August 2025. The proposal seeks to provide that if a Prime Minister, Chief Minister or minister is kept in judicial custody for 30 consecutive days in a criminal case, the office would be vacated automatically on the 31st day.

UP cleric’s Krishna remarks spark outrage; Ayodhya seer offers reward
Politics

UP cleric’s Krishna remarks spark outrage; Ayodhya seer offers reward

A controversial speech by Islamic cleric Maulana Jargees Ansari has triggered strong reactions after he claimed that Lord Krishna was a Muslim and offered prayers five times a day. Speaking at a religious gathering in Jharkhand, Ansari said the Bhagavad Gita’s Chapter 6, Verse 10 supported his assertion and argued that Hindu scriptures reflect Islamic teachings. Hindu scholars and critics rejected the claim, saying the text does not state such ideas.

Minister Nirmal Kumar: CM Vijay’s first goal is a “Green Government”
Politics

Minister Nirmal Kumar: CM Vijay’s first goal is a “Green Government”

Minister Nirmal Kumar on Thursday said Chief Minister Vijay’s primary objective is to build a “Green Government” and that the administration is working toward that direction. He made the remarks in Madurai’s Avaniyapuram while attending the Solanguruni temple festival. Referring to the 800-year-old Bothirajan Valiyamman temple in Solanguruni, the minister said villagers had struggled for 21 years to conduct the festival due to the lack of an access route. He recalled that he had promised during the election campaign to clear encroachments if elected.

Centre plans bill to punish insults to ‘Vande Mataram’ with jail
Politics

Centre plans bill to punish insults to ‘Vande Mataram’ with jail

The Union government is preparing to introduce a new amendment bill in the upcoming Monsoon Session of Parliament to make obstructing or insulting the national song ‘Vande Mataram’ a punishable offence. The proposed move is expected to provide for imprisonment of up to three years. ‘Vande Mataram’, composed by Bengali poet Bankim Chandra Chatterjee, played a key role during India’s freedom struggle and was adopted as the national song by the Constituent Assembly on January 24, 1950. The BJP has repeatedly alleged that earlier Congress governments sidelined the song.

Ayodhya Ram temple begins 10-day worship amid donation irregularity row
Politics

Ayodhya Ram temple begins 10-day worship amid donation irregularity row

A 10-day special worship programme has begun at the Ram temple in Ayodhya following complaints of irregularities in the handling of donations received at the shrine. The Bal Ram temple is managed by the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. Opposition parties, including the Samajwadi Party, had raised the issue last month, after which a state-appointed Special Investigation Team (SIT) started an inquiry. Several Hindu organisations said the controversy had brought disrepute to the temple. In response, the trust has initiated what it described as an atonement and purification ritual to restore the temple’s sanctity and dignity.

Ministers’ planned church event appearance sparks party rule row
Politics

Ministers’ planned church event appearance sparks party rule row

A programme titled “Pastors and Evangelists Meet”, organised by a federation of Christian churches, was recently held in Chennai. The event saw the participation of Speaker J.C.T. Prabhakar and minister Vanni Arasu. The appearance drew criticism as Chief Minister Vijay has been publicly stressing that his party, Thaveka, does not differentiate on caste or religion. Following the controversy, Vijay issued a directive asking party members not to attend religion-based events with party identifiers.

Report: Rohit Sharma may retire after Lord’s ODI decider
Sports

Report: Rohit Sharma may retire after Lord’s ODI decider

India’s tour of England heads into a series decider, with the three-match ODI series level at 1-1 after two games. The third and final ODI is scheduled to be played at Lord’s in London. According to reports, senior opener Rohit Sharma could retire from international cricket after the Lord’s match. Rohit has struggled for runs in the first two ODIs (11 and 26), and has scored 241 runs in his last eight ODIs at an average of 30.1 with a strike rate of 88.6.

Sonam Wangchuk vows to stay alive till July 20 for Parliament march
Politics

Sonam Wangchuk vows to stay alive till July 20 for Parliament march

New Delhi: Educator and climate activist Sonam Wangchuk has said he will continue his protest despite doctors warning that his health has reached a critical stage. The agitation is being led by an organisation called the Kagroch Janata Party, demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged examination irregularities. The protest has been underway at Jantar Mantar in Delhi since June 20. Wangchuk began an indefinite hunger strike on June 28, and three students are also fasting alongside him. The protest entered its 20th day on Friday.

Omni bus owners offer 500 buses at government fares, seek permits
Business

Omni bus owners offer 500 buses at government fares, seek permits

Chennai: The All Omni Bus Owners’ Association has said it is prepared to operate 500 omni buses at fares on par with Tamil Nadu’s government buses, provided the state extends support. Speaking to reporters at the Secretariat, the association’s founder Pandian and president Ilangovan said passenger demand in the state has been rising, leading to an increase in the number of omni buses. They noted that allegations of fare hikes by omni buses have persisted for years. To address this, the association said it has submitted a petition to the Chief Minister’s special cell.

Kumki elephant Vijay undergoes medical examination at Mudumalai
Environment

Kumki elephant Vijay undergoes medical examination at Mudumalai

A medical examination is under way for kumki elephant Vijay at the Mudumalai Tiger Reserve in the Nilgiris after the animal showed signs of ill health in recent days. Vijay, aged 55, is a trained kumki elephant that has been deployed in Tamil Nadu, Kerala and other regions for operations such as driving away and capturing wild elephants. On June 4, he was brought along with another kumki, Krishna, to the Ruby Estate area near Pandalur to help chase wild elephants camping close to villages.

BJP’s Nainar Nagendran slams plan to add 54 liquor brands in TASMAC
Politics

BJP’s Nainar Nagendran slams plan to add 54 liquor brands in TASMAC

Chennai: Tamil Nadu BJP president Nainar Nagendran has criticised reports that TASMAC outlets will introduce liquor products from 54 additional companies, calling the development “shocking”. In a statement, he alleged that the state government, led by Chief Minister Vijay, is projecting itself as moving towards closing TASMAC shops while, at the same time, expanding the range of liquor available through the state-run retail network. Nagendran linked the rise in crimes such as murder, robbery and sexual violence to substance abuse, and said a responsible government should focus on controlling alcohol and other intoxicants rather than widening access.

Top three finishers to advance to revenue district-level games
Sports

Top three finishers to advance to revenue district-level games

South division-level sports competitions were conducted in Tirupur, with events hosted at Vidhya Vikasini School on Kangayam Road. The meet included age-group categories for students aged 14, 17 and 19, as reported in the event coverage. Organisers said participants who secure the first three positions will be selected to take part in the revenue district-level competitions. The programme was part of the local-level selection process aimed at identifying athletes for the next stage of the tournament.

South Cluster Tennikoit Meet Held in Tiruppur
Sports

South Cluster Tennikoit Meet Held in Tiruppur

South cluster-level sports competitions were held at Vidhya Vikasini School on Kangayam Road in Tiruppur. As part of the events, a block-level tennikoit tournament was conducted for school students in two age groups: under-14 and under-19. Around 60 students, including boys and girls, took part and played matches across the two categories. The tournament was organised as part of the south cluster sports meet, bringing together student participants for competitive play.

Devotees throng temples on first Aadi Friday
General

Devotees throng temples on first Aadi Friday

Devotees turned out in large numbers at Hindu temples on the first Friday of the Tamil month Aadi, a day considered auspicious by many worshippers. Temples witnessed a steady flow of visitors from early hours, as families arrived to offer prayers and seek blessings. Special rituals and offerings were performed as part of the observances, with devotees participating in the day’s worship. The first Aadi Friday is traditionally marked by heightened devotional activities, and the turnout reflected the significance of the occasion for devotees.

Anbe Diana public review: Fans cheer Ramya Ranganathan, Pari Elavazhagan
Entertainment

Anbe Diana public review: Fans cheer Ramya Ranganathan, Pari Elavazhagan

Early public reviews for the film ‘Anbe Diana’ have begun circulating, with viewers sharing their first impressions after watching the movie. According to the short video report, fans were seen celebrating and expressing appreciation for the performances of Ramya Ranganathan and Pari Elavazhagan. The reactions captured in the public review reflect an enthusiastic response from audiences, with supporters highlighting the actors as key positives. The video format suggests these are immediate, on-the-spot opinions from moviegoers, offering a snapshot of the film’s reception among fans.

Five on a bike—what happens next?
General

Five on a bike—what happens next?

A short video shared on Dinamalar’s Shorts/Reels section draws attention to a dangerous road scene: five people travelling on a single motorcycle. The clip, presented with the prompt “next second…?”, underlines how quickly such overcrowding can turn into an accident, even with a small mistake or sudden brake. While the video does not provide further details on the location or time, it serves as a reminder of the risks involved in violating basic road safety norms.

Congress poster in Karur hails CM Vijay as ‘angel’, sparks row
Politics

Congress poster in Karur hails CM Vijay as ‘angel’, sparks row

Karur has witnessed a controversy after a Congress poster described Chief Minister Vijay as “the Lord’s angel” and Karur MP Jyothimani as “Mariyamman” while thanking them for action related to inam lands. The issue centres on 3,084 acres of inam lands said to belong to temples in Karur district. The Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments (HR&CE) Department has issued an order removing the registration ban on these lands. The move has drawn opposition from the BJP and Hindu organisations, and a case has also been filed before the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court.

Palaniswami urges AIADMK cadres to ‘teach traitors a lesson’ in bypoll
Politics

Palaniswami urges AIADMK cadres to ‘teach traitors a lesson’ in bypoll

AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami on Wednesday urged party functionaries to secure victory in an upcoming Assembly by-election and “teach traitors a lesson,” according to remarks made at a meeting in Chennai. Palaniswami held consultations with district-level office-bearers from Pudukkottai and Cuddalore at the party headquarters in Royapettah. He alleged that some people were shifting to the ruling party to protect their accumulated wealth, and said the party need not be concerned about such defections.

Vaiko says alliances in 2006 and 2017 were his ‘big mistakes’
Politics

Vaiko says alliances in 2006 and 2017 were his ‘big mistakes’

MDMK general secretary Vaiko has said he committed “two major mistakes” by entering into alliances with the AIADMK in 2006 and with the DMK in 2017. In a statement, Vaiko alleged that during the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, the DMK pressured the MDMK to contest only four constituencies under the DMK’s “Rising Sun” symbol. He said that while being part of an alliance, criticism of the government or the DMK would have led to his party being removed from the coalition.

Tamil Nadu cancels 50 short-term municipal tenders
Politics

Tamil Nadu cancels 50 short-term municipal tenders

Chennai: The Tamil Nadu government has ordered the cancellation of 50 short-term tenders floated under the Municipal Administration Department, officials said. The department said the move was taken after the tenders were found to have not followed the prescribed procedures and rules. As part of the order, 35 tenders in three municipalities have been cancelled — 30 in Udumalpet, three in Kotagiri and two in Chengam. The cancellations have triggered concern among contractors, as the decision was taken abruptly, according to sources.

PM Modi flags off India’s first hydrogen train service in Haryana
Technology

PM Modi flags off India’s first hydrogen train service in Haryana

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on July 17 flagged off India’s first hydrogen train service in Haryana, marking the start of hydrogen-powered rail operations in the country. The Railways had cleared the move to run hydrogen trains as an alternative to coal and diesel locomotives, with the stated aim of controlling carbon emissions. Following this, a modern hydrogen train was built domestically at the Integral Coach Factory (ICF) in Perambur, Chennai, at a cost of Rs 118 crore, and was handed over to the Railway Board in August last year.

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