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Ramanathapuram girl case: Shocking background details emerge
Crime

Ramanathapuram girl case: Shocking background details emerge

A Dinamalar TV report has brought renewed focus to the Ramanathapuram girl case, describing it as a deeply disturbing incident and pointing to a “shocking background” behind the episode. The video alleges that the case involves a close family relationship and portrays the events as having unfolded at night, framing the details as emotionally distressing. The report has triggered strong reactions online, with the incident being discussed widely under crime-related tags and calls for justice.

Devotees say Siruvapuri Murugan helps fulfil dream of own home
General

Devotees say Siruvapuri Murugan helps fulfil dream of own home

A short video published by Dinamalar draws attention to a popular devotional belief linked to Siruvapuri Murugan. According to the clip, devotees say that remembering and praying to the deity is believed to help fulfil the wish of owning a home. The video presents the idea as a faith-based assurance shared among worshippers, reflecting the temple’s place in everyday hopes and prayers. No additional details were provided in the source about specific rituals, timelines, or individual experiences.

Vijay can win in all 234 seats without alliance: MDMK
Politics

Vijay can win in all 234 seats without alliance: MDMK

In a video segment published by Dinamalar, MDMK leader Vaiko made a strong claim about actor-turned-politician Vijay’s electoral prospects in Tamil Nadu. Vaiko said Vijay could win in all 234 Assembly constituencies even if he contests without forming an alliance. The remark comes amid continued public discussion on how new political entrants may approach seat-sharing and coalition strategies in the state. Dinamalar carried the comments as part of its short-format video content, highlighting the statement as a notable political observation.

CM Vijay tells IAS, IPS officers to act without bias in TN
Politics

CM Vijay tells IAS, IPS officers to act without bias in TN

Chennai: Chief Minister Vijay has instructed IAS and IPS officers in Tamil Nadu to act without bias and to keep politics out of efforts to curb the drug culture. He said action should be taken without hesitation against offenders, even if they are linked to his party. The Chief Minister made the remarks while addressing a two-day conference of district collectors, police superintendents and senior forest department officials at the Namakkal Kavignar Maligai in the Secretariat complex. The meeting began with the Tamil Thai Vazhthu and ran until early afternoon on the first day.

DMK weighs dropping anti-Hindu plank after minority vote shift
Politics

DMK weighs dropping anti-Hindu plank after minority vote shift

DMK’s top leadership is reportedly holding discussions on whether the party should move away from what is described as an anti-Hindu political line, amid claims that minority votes have shifted toward the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK). According to party sources cited in the report, DMK—rooted in the Dravidian movement—had long benefited electorally from a posture critical of Hindu religion, helping it consolidate minority support. The report recalls that even when DMK allied with the BJP in the 1999 Lok Sabha election and lost a portion of minority votes, it did not face major damage then.

Lt Gen Gopalan Muralitharan receives Ati Vishisht Seva Medal
General

Lt Gen Gopalan Muralitharan receives Ati Vishisht Seva Medal

President Droupadi Murmu on June 29 presented the Ati Vishisht Seva Medal (AVSM) to Lieutenant General Gopalan Muralitharan at a special service awards ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The President’s service decorations are among India’s highest national honours for uniformed personnel, recognising distinguished service and acts of courage across the armed forces and police. Lt Gen Muralitharan serves in the Indian Army’s medical branch. The AVSM was conferred on him for his notable service.

Trump says Iran sought talks; US-Iran meeting set in Doha
Politics

Trump says Iran sought talks; US-Iran meeting set in Doha

US President Donald Trump has confirmed that the United States and Iran will hold talks in Doha, Qatar, on June 30. In a social media post, Trump said the meeting was requested by Iran. The announcement comes after a recently signed 14-point interim peace agreement between the two countries. Following the deal, Iran had agreed to allow international commercial shipping to move through the Strait of Hormuz. Two days ago, the International Maritime Organization, with support from the US Navy, said it would expand the shipping corridor in the Strait of Hormuz near Oman to facilitate vessel movement.

Tender for 60,000 tyres for TN govt buses abruptly cancelled
General

Tender for 60,000 tyres for TN govt buses abruptly cancelled

Chennai: The Tamil Nadu government has cancelled a tender floated to procure 60,000 tyres for state-run transport corporations, in a move that comes amid a series of procurement rollbacks. Earlier, tenders to purchase 500 new buses for state transport corporations and 300 AC mini-buses for the Metropolitan Transport Corporation had also been cancelled. The tyre procurement tender has now been withdrawn as well. Tamil Nadu operates 20,508 buses daily through eight state transport corporations. Spare parts such as tyres and gearboxes were typically procured once every six months, with tyre requirements alone running up to about 8,000 units per month.

Sridhar Vembu calls for end to irregularities in teacher hiring
Education

Sridhar Vembu calls for end to irregularities in teacher hiring

Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu has called for putting an end to irregularities in the appointment of teachers in Tamil Nadu’s government schools. In a statement, he said around 50% of students in the state study in government schools this year, but the number is steadily falling because the condition of many government schools is poor. He added that even low-income parents are taking loans to admit their children in private schools.

Centre weighs plan to raise Lok Sabha seats by 50% in all states
Politics

Centre weighs plan to raise Lok Sabha seats by 50% in all states

New Delhi: The Union government is considering multiple formulations to increase the number of Lok Sabha constituencies by 50% in every state, according to officials cited in reports. The issue gained attention after a recent special session of Parliament in which the Centre introduced three bills, including a constitutional amendment linked to implementing 33% reservation for women in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies from 2029, and a proposal to expand the Lok Sabha from 543 to 850 seats.

Hindu Munnani says TVK govt ignoring law in Thiruparankundram lamp row
Politics

Hindu Munnani says TVK govt ignoring law in Thiruparankundram lamp row

Hindu Munnani has accused the ruling TVK government of failing to respect the law in the long-running dispute over lighting the Karthigai Deepam on the lamp pillar atop Thiruparankundram hill. Speaking during a girivalam in Thiruparankundram, leader Kadeswara Subramaniam said the organisation has been pressing for the ritual for about four decades. He recalled that former state president Rajagopal was murdered and said a person named Poorana Chandran had recently died by suicide in connection with the issue.

TN forms new curriculum panel headed by Mayilsamy Annadurai
Education

TN forms new curriculum panel headed by Mayilsamy Annadurai

Chennai: The Tamil Nadu government has constituted a new committee to develop a fresh school curriculum for the state, appointing former ISRO scientist Mayilsamy Annadurai as its chairperson. The move follows the state’s release of a State Education Policy last year, positioned as an alternative to the Union government’s National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. Based on that policy, two committees had earlier been formed to design new curricula for school students.

Brazil edge Japan 2-1 with late Martinelli goal in Round of 32
Sports

Brazil edge Japan 2-1 with late Martinelli goal in Round of 32

Brazil sealed a dramatic 2-1 win over Japan in the FIFA World Cup Round of 32 match in Houston, United States, scoring the decisive goal deep into stoppage time. Japan struck first in the 29th minute through Kaishu Sano, taking a 1-0 lead into half-time. Brazil, ranked fifth in the world, controlled possession for long spells but struggled to convert chances, and Neymar did not feature in the match. The equaliser arrived in the 56th minute when Casemiro headed in a lofted ball from Gabriel. Two minutes later, Vinicius Junior came close, but Japan goalkeeper Gian Suzuki got a touch and the ball hit the post, denying Brazil a quick second.

India lifts diesel sale cap at PSU fuel stations from tomorrow
Business

India lifts diesel sale cap at PSU fuel stations from tomorrow

The Union Petroleum Ministry has announced that restrictions on diesel sales at public sector oil company fuel stations will be withdrawn from tomorrow. The curbs were introduced after a conflict in West Asia in March triggered shortages of petrol, diesel and cooking gas cylinders in several countries. In India, even as supplies were under strain, panic buying led some people to purchase and stockpile fuel. To prevent hoarding, the ministry had on June 12 directed PSU outlets to cap diesel sales, including a limit of not more than 200 litres per customer per vehicle per day.

SpiceJet halts all flights from Tamil Nadu
Business

SpiceJet halts all flights from Tamil Nadu

SpiceJet has fully suspended its flight operations from Tamil Nadu, stopping both domestic and international services that were earlier run from the state. The airline had operated daily flights from Chennai, Madurai and Coimbatore to several Indian cities, including regular services to Mumbai, Delhi and Hyderabad. Over time, services from Madurai and Coimbatore were gradually reduced and eventually discontinued. In recent months, only a single daily flight from Chennai to Shivamogga in Karnataka was being operated. That service has now also been withdrawn, leaving SpiceJet with no flights from any Tamil Nadu airport.

Rice prices jump up to Rs 10/kg in Tamil Nadu; Seeraga Samba hits peak
Business

Rice prices jump up to Rs 10/kg in Tamil Nadu; Seeraga Samba hits peak

Rice prices across Tamil Nadu have increased by Rs 5 to Rs 10 per kg, with traders attributing the rise to inadequate rainfall and reduced paddy production. Market participants warn that prices could climb further in the coming months. The state is facing a rice shortfall estimated at 21 lakh tonnes. To bridge the gap, around 30 lakh tonnes of premium “sanna” rice is brought in annually for sale from Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka and West Bengal, according to trade sources.

Madurai HC asks state to consider special teams for untraceable cases
Crime

Madurai HC asks state to consider special teams for untraceable cases

The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court has directed the Tamil Nadu government to consider forming special teams in every district to probe cases that have been classified as “untraceable” for more than five years. The order came on a petition filed by Maheswari of Palani in Dindigul district, who said nine sovereigns of gold jewellery were stolen from her home in 2020. She told the court that despite a complaint to the Palani police, the case was closed after the police stated the offenders could not be traced, and sought a re-investigation and compensation.

Bike racing and wheeling return in Chennai; barricade dragged on road
Crime

Bike racing and wheeling return in Chennai; barricade dragged on road

Chennai has seen a renewed spurt in dangerous bike racing and “wheeling” stunts, after the menace had reportedly dipped for a period. The latest incident was reported from Adyar and Besant Nagar, where a group of youths rode more than five bikes late at night and allegedly carried out risky stunts that frightened other road users. According to the report, the riders not only sped through the area but also dragged a metal road barricade (“barricade gate”) that had been placed by police for safety. The act, carried out even as a police patrol vehicle was in the vicinity, was described as creating a serious threat to the public.

Speculation grows over actor Suriya’s possible political entry
Politics

Speculation grows over actor Suriya’s possible political entry

Speculation is building in Tamil Nadu over actor Suriya’s next move, amid claims that more film personalities are preparing to enter politics. According to the report, the political climate has shifted after actor Vijay became the Chief Minister, prompting several actors to explore political plans. It further alleges that some are carrying out groundwork quietly with political ambitions. In this context, the report suggests Suriya could be the next actor to step into politics, with talk that he may launch a party soon.

Namadevar accused of slapping an elderly man in anger
Crime

Namadevar accused of slapping an elderly man in anger

A short video report published by Dinamalar alleges that a person identified as Namadevar slapped an elderly man in anger. The brief description indicates the incident happened during a moment of anger, suggesting a dispute or confrontation preceded the alleged assault. The source snippet does not provide details such as the location, time, identities beyond the name mentioned, injuries, or whether a police complaint has been filed. More information is awaited as the available content is limited to a short-form video listing without additional context.

Video clip targets Minister Sarathkumar; details unclear
Politics

Video clip targets Minister Sarathkumar; details unclear

A short-form video page on Dinamalar has surfaced with a provocative line calling for Minister Sarathkumar to be removed immediately. The available source text does not provide additional information on who made the demand, the reason behind it, or the circumstances in which it was said. As the page content shared contains only the title line and minimal navigation text, further details could not be independently verified from the provided material.

Files sent in the morning get CM Vijay’s approval by evening
Politics

Files sent in the morning get CM Vijay’s approval by evening

Chennai: Officials in the Tamil Nadu Secretariat say files sent to Chief Minister Vijay’s office in the morning are being signed and returned by evening, a turnaround that has surprised many in the administration. Since taking charge as Chief Minister, Vijay has reportedly been arriving at the Secretariat between 9.30 am and 10 am and staying until around 6 pm to focus on official work. Departments routinely send files seeking approvals for project implementation and financial requirements.

Assistant Professor exam results row: claims of color-coded identification
Education

Assistant Professor exam results row: claims of color-coded identification

Chennai: Allegations of irregularities have surfaced in the results of the recruitment exam held to select assistant professors for Tamil Nadu government colleges. Candidates have claimed that the English subject results carried “color codes” that could be used to identify examinees. Tamil Nadu has over 8,000 vacant assistant professor posts in government arts and science colleges. The Teachers Recruitment Board (TRB) had issued a notification last year to fill 2,708 posts. As per the details cited, 47,047 people applied, 42,064 wrote the exam held on December 27, and the results were released on June 25.

Tender for 300 AC electric mini buses cancelled, sparking questions
General

Tender for 300 AC electric mini buses cancelled, sparking questions

Chennai Metropolitan Transport Corporation (MTC) has suddenly cancelled the tender floated to procure 300 air-conditioned electric mini buses. The cancellation came just a day before the bids were scheduled to be opened, raising questions as no clear reason has been stated. MTC currently operates about 3,400 buses across more than 650 routes, carrying around 3.4 million passengers daily. In recent years, the corporation has been expanding mini-bus services to connect key local corridors such as Metro stations and bus terminals.

TN govt seeks data on alleged DMK-era irregularities; CM Vijay reviews
Politics

TN govt seeks data on alleged DMK-era irregularities; CM Vijay reviews

Chennai: Chief Minister Vijay is reviewing alleged corruption and irregularities said to have occurred during the previous DMK government, and is seeking to identify those responsible, according to information circulating in the Secretariat. After the TAVEK government assumed office, the administration has begun examining alleged lapses from the earlier DMK and AIADMK tenures. As part of this exercise, the government has directed departments to prepare and release white papers. In the next phase, all departments have been instructed to submit a wide range of records, including actions taken against officials over the past five years, foreign travel details, approvals granted for promotions, staff appointments and transfers, and information on officers and staff placed on waiting lists.

Bhagwat: India has answers to global challenges
Education

Bhagwat: India has answers to global challenges

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on Sunday said India possesses a long-term vision that can help find solutions to the challenges faced by the world. Speaking at the valedictory session of a conference on the New Education Policy in Bengaluru, Karnataka, Bhagwat said this outlook can support humanity in responding to the issues it confronts. He added that India’s role is to offer a sense of wholeness to the world, and stressed that India’s voice should be heard for the welfare of all living beings across the globe.

Annamalai alleges injustice to youth awaiting TNPDCL AE jobs
Politics

Annamalai alleges injustice to youth awaiting TNPDCL AE jobs

Chennai: Annamalai, founder of the organisation “We The Leaders”, has alleged that young people aspiring for government jobs have been treated unfairly in the recruitment process for Assistant Electrical Engineer (AE) posts linked to the state power distribution utility. In a statement, he said the TNPDCL examination for AE appointments, announced in 2020, was first postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic and later cancelled in 2022, with TANGEDCO citing administrative reasons.

Suu Kyi’s son asks Myanmar junta to prove she is alive
Politics

Suu Kyi’s son asks Myanmar junta to prove she is alive

Myanmar’s former leader Aung San Suu Kyi, 80, has been out of public view since the military seized power in 2021, toppling the elected National League for Democracy government she led. Following the coup, Suu Kyi was sentenced to 33 years in prison on multiple charges, including corruption and allegations of leaking state secrets. Her sentence was later reduced through a pardon process—first to 27 years and then to 18 years—while details about where she is being held have not been disclosed.

Australia doubles fines on big tech over under-16 social media access
Technology

Australia doubles fines on big tech over under-16 social media access

Australia has moved to tighten enforcement of its under-16 social media restrictions by doubling the maximum fine for platforms that allow children to keep or create accounts. The government had introduced the ban on December 10 last year, covering 10 major services including Facebook, Instagram, Kik, Reddit, Snapchat, Threads, X, YouTube and Twitch. Under the earlier penalty framework, companies faced fines of up to Rs 322 crore (A$49.5 million) if under-16 accounts were found on their platforms.

Stalin alleges govt intimidating critics, cites arrests and raids
Politics

Stalin alleges govt intimidating critics, cites arrests and raids

DMK president M.K. Stalin on Sunday accused the state government of intimidating opposition parties that criticise it, and of avoiding answers to questions raised by the media. In a statement, Stalin said DMK workers were arrested after staging a protest against a minister over a social media post that he alleged appeared to glorify drug use. He also claimed a case was filed against former minister Sivasankar for criticising the “Thaveka” government.

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