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AIADMK dissident camp uneasy over cabinet share after backing Vijay govt
Politics

AIADMK dissident camp uneasy over cabinet share after backing Vijay govt

Chennai: A fresh round of unease has surfaced within the AIADMK’s dissident camp led by former ministers S.P. Velumani and C.V. Shanmugam, after Chief Minister Vijay’s government received their support in the Assembly. With the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) not securing a clear majority in the Assembly election, a trust vote held on May 13 became crucial. According to party sources, 25 AIADMK MLAs aligned with the Velumani–Shanmugam camp voted in favour of the TVK government.

AIADMK factions vie for control as leaders seek support from cadres
Politics

AIADMK factions vie for control as leaders seek support from cadres

Chennai: The AIADMK is witnessing an intensified internal tussle after the party split into two camps, with both sides trying to draw district and union-level office-bearers and general council members to their side. In the recent Tamil Nadu Assembly election, the AIADMK won 47 seats. Of these, 25 MLAs led by former ministers S.P. Velumani and C.V. Shanmugam extended support to the TVK government, while 22 MLAs aligned with party general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami voted against the government, deepening the divide.

Report: Rajinikanth in talks to help reunite a divided AIADMK
Politics

Report: Rajinikanth in talks to help reunite a divided AIADMK

Reports suggest actor Rajinikanth is attempting to help reunite the AIADMK as the party faces internal divisions. The information was shared by a few functionaries associated with Rajini Makkal Mandram. According to them, Rajinikanth may have stayed away from active politics, but continues to closely track developments in Tamil Nadu. They recalled that he recently met DMK leader M.K. Stalin, after which efforts were made to explore a DMK–AIADMK alliance to form a government, though the attempt did not succeed.

Kamal Haasan urges film industry to cut costly overseas shoots
Entertainment

Kamal Haasan urges film industry to cut costly overseas shoots

Kamal Haasan, actor and president of Makkal Needhi Maiam, has urged the Indian film industry to reduce high-cost overseas shooting and adopt more sustainable production practices. In a statement, he pointed to continuing tensions in West Asia and the resulting pressure on global energy, trade and economic stability. He said India is also feeling the impact through rising fuel, logistics and overall production costs. Haasan warned that escalating budgets affect not only film production but could also influence consumer spending on entertainment in the coming months. He said the burden would be felt across the ecosystem—producers, workers, theatres, distributors and financiers—if costs continue to climb.

Mitchell Marsh’s 90 powers Lucknow to 7-wicket win over Chennai
Sports

Mitchell Marsh’s 90 powers Lucknow to 7-wicket win over Chennai

Lucknow beat Chennai by seven wickets at the Vajpayee Stadium, chasing down a target of 188 with ease. After winning the toss, Lucknow captain Rishabh Pant opted to bowl first. Chennai’s top order struggled early, slipping to 52/3 in 7.2 overs as Akash Singh struck key blows. A recovery effort followed through a steady partnership, with Karthik Sharma leading the fightback. Karthik hit 71 off 42 balls, including six fours and five sixes, while Shivam Dube provided a late surge in the final over. Chennai finished on 187/5 in 20 overs, with Dube (32*) and Prashanth (13*) unbeaten.

Supreme Court cancels Delhi HC stay on Unnao rape convict’s life term
Crime

Supreme Court cancels Delhi HC stay on Unnao rape convict’s life term

The Supreme Court on Thursday set aside the Delhi High Court’s order that had stayed the life sentence awarded to former BJP MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar in the Unnao rape case. With the stay order cancelled, the relief granted to Sengar by the High Court no longer stands. The case relates to a 2017 complaint by a 17-year-old girl from Unnao district in Uttar Pradesh, who alleged she was abducted and sexually assaulted after approaching Sengar, then the Bangarmau MLA, seeking work. The incident drew nationwide attention after the girl and her mother attempted self-immolation outside Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s residence, alleging inaction on their complaint.

PM’s economic adviser Sanjeev Sanyal tipped as West Bengal finance minister
Politics

PM’s economic adviser Sanjeev Sanyal tipped as West Bengal finance minister

Kolkata: Reports suggest noted economist Sanjeev Sanyal, a member of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Economic Advisory Council, could be appointed as West Bengal’s finance minister. The development comes after the BJP’s strong victory in the recent West Bengal Assembly election, following which senior leader Suvendu Adhikari took oath as chief minister along with five ministers. Adhikari is currently handling multiple key portfolios, including Home, Education, Health, Industry and Commerce, in addition to Finance.

UAE to invest Rs 48,000 crore in India; pacts signed during Modi visit
Business

UAE to invest Rs 48,000 crore in India; pacts signed during Modi visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Abu Dhabi as the first stop of his five-nation tour and held talks with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Following the meeting, the two sides signed a set of agreements spanning energy, defence, technology, trade and maritime cooperation. During the discussions, Modi reiterated India’s support for safe and uninterrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. He also condemned recent attacks on the UAE and thanked the country for its care and protection of Indians during the Iran war.

Jaishankar urges expansion of UN Security Council at BRICS meet
Politics

Jaishankar urges expansion of UN Security Council at BRICS meet

New Delhi: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has called for an urgent expansion of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), warning that its current structure has become outdated. Speaking at the two-day meeting of BRICS foreign ministers in Delhi, Jaishankar said today’s global governance frameworks no longer reflect the realities of a diverse, multipolar world. He argued that without reform, the UN’s effectiveness and credibility risk being continually weakened. He urged that both permanent and non-permanent membership of the UNSC be expanded without delay, and that discussions on restructuring begin quickly. Jaishankar also stressed the need for appropriate regional representation for countries in Asia, Africa and Latin America.

Rijiju alleges Rahul’s foreign trips violate Parliament norms
Politics

Rijiju alleges Rahul’s foreign trips violate Parliament norms

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Friday alleged that Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s foreign travel has not been fully transparent and may have breached parliamentary norms. Speaking to reporters in New Delhi, Rijiju said any MP planning to travel abroad is expected to inform the Lok Sabha or Rajya Sabha Secretariat at least three weeks in advance, citing security-related procedures. He expressed concern that details of some trips were not shared with the Speaker or the Speaker’s office.

Trump agrees with Xi’s ‘America in decline’ remark, blames Biden era
Politics

Trump agrees with Xi’s ‘America in decline’ remark, blames Biden era

US President Donald Trump, on a three-day visit to China, has said he agrees with Chinese President Xi Jinping’s reported remark that the United States is a country in decline. According to Trump, Xi made the comment indirectly on the first day of the trip. Trump wrote on his social media account that Xi’s assessment was “100% right,” but argued it referred to the impact of former President Joe Biden’s four-year administration.

Hindu Tamil Party slams Veeramani over caste remark on IAS posting
Politics

Hindu Tamil Party slams Veeramani over caste remark on IAS posting

Chennai: The Hindu Tamil Party has condemned Dravidar Kazhagam (DK) president K. Veeramani for raising a caste-based question over an IAS officer’s posting, and demanded that he apologise. In a statement, party leader Ram Ravikumar referred to the appointment of IAS officer Suvarna as Secretary in the Tourism, Culture and Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments (HR&CE) Department. He alleged that Veeramani questioned the posting by describing it as the appointment of a “Brahmin lady” to the HR&CE secretary’s post.

AIADMK Velumani camp holds homam, rituals amid internal rift
Politics

AIADMK Velumani camp holds homam, rituals amid internal rift

Chennai: Amid continuing internal friction within the AIADMK, supporters aligned with former minister C.V. Shanmugam conducted special prayers and a homam, saying it was aimed at easing the party’s infighting. With the party seen as divided, some functionaries have reportedly turned to spiritual practices in the hope of regaining earlier influence and bringing the organisation back together. According to the report, key office-bearers gathered in the early hours at the residence of a former minister in MRC Nagar, Chennai, where a homam and special worship were performed. Discussions were also held there on ways to address the party’s problems.

Police survey TASMAC drinking-centre crimes across Tamil Nadu
Crime

Police survey TASMAC drinking-centre crimes across Tamil Nadu

Police across Tamil Nadu have begun a statewide survey to compile details of crimes that occurred at TASMAC-linked drinking centres and the cases registered in connection with them during the past five years. The exercise comes after TVK leader Vijay, after taking charge as Chief Minister, ordered the closure of 717 TASMAC outlets located near schools, colleges, places of worship and crowded bus stands. TASMAC officials have shut more than 160 shops so far, and the process is continuing.

Ramajayam murder case: Special Investigation Team likely dissolved
Crime

Ramajayam murder case: Special Investigation Team likely dissolved

Trichy-based DMK former minister K.N. Nehru’s brother, Ramajayam, was murdered in March 2012. Despite multiple rounds of investigation, the perpetrators have not been identified. The case was earlier probed by the Trichy City Police, the CBCID and later the CBI, but none of the agencies could crack it. After the DMK came to power in 2021, a Special Investigation Team (SIT) headed by SP Jayakumar was formed, with a dedicated office set up in Trichy.

Madurai East MLA warns of protest if drug sales continue
Politics

Madurai East MLA warns of protest if drug sales continue

Madurai East TVK MLA Karthikeyan has submitted a petition to Madurai Police Commissioner Abhishek Dixit, seeking strict action to stop illegal liquor sales and the sale of banned narcotic substances in his constituency. According to the petition, liquor is allegedly being sold across Tamil Nadu outside the permitted hours—both before opening time and after shops are supposed to close—leading to law-and-order issues and contributing to night-time crimes. The MLA also referred to Chief Minister Vijay’s directive to shut down 717 liquor outlets in the first phase, particularly those located near educational institutions and places of worship. He urged that such outlets in Madurai East be closed immediately in line with the order.

Madurai HC orders TN to frame guidelines for 1098 POCSO complaints
Crime

Madurai HC orders TN to frame guidelines for 1098 POCSO complaints

The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court has directed the Tamil Nadu government to frame clear guidelines for officials who handle child-related complaints, including calls received through the child helpline 1098. The order came while hearing a bail petition filed by a man accused under the POCSO Act in a case from Virudhunagar district. Justice K.K. Ramakrishnan noted that the victim girl, in her statement, said she had contacted 1098 to ease frequent quarrels between her parents after her father scolded her for excessive mobile phone use. She alleged that the official who took the call pressured her to complain as if her father had touched her inappropriately, leading to the case.

Temple closure time altered for minister, sparks row at Thiruparankundram
Politics

Temple closure time altered for minister, sparks row at Thiruparankundram

A fresh controversy has erupted at the Thiruparankundram Subramaniya Swamy Temple after the noon closure schedule was reportedly altered to facilitate the darshan of Minister Nirmal Kumar. The minister, who arrived in Madurai from Chennai on Thursday, attended multiple events in the Thiruparankundram constituency before visiting the temple around 12.55 pm. Party workers welcomed him outside the temple, and temple officials accorded him ceremonial honours. According to the usual practice, the temple’s noon pooja begins at 12.30 pm and the main doors under the Rajagopuram are shut at 12.45 pm, after which devotees are not allowed inside. Even on crowded days and wedding days, entry is typically stopped after 12.45 pm, with exceptions generally made only during festival periods.

IMD issues heavy rain alert as southwest monsoon set to begin early
Environment

IMD issues heavy rain alert as southwest monsoon set to begin early

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heavy rain alert as the southwest monsoon is set to begin over parts of the south Bay of Bengal and the Andaman Sea on May 16. According to a statement from the Chennai Regional Meteorological Centre, the onset this year is expected around five days earlier than the usual schedule. The weather office said the monsoon conditions are developing over the south Bay of Bengal and adjoining areas, and advised people to stay alert to changing weather.

Vanathi asks why Vijay met only select leaders after taking oath
Politics

Vanathi asks why Vijay met only select leaders after taking oath

After assuming office as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, Vijay met several political party leaders in person and received their greetings. Reacting to this, BJP Mahila Morcha national president Vanathi issued a statement appreciating the gesture of meeting leaders from parties that had faced each other directly in the election arena. At the same time, she raised a question over the choice of meetings, asking why Vijay met only specific leaders.

Dinamalar releases short video titled “Don’t Share Poverty”
General

Dinamalar releases short video titled “Don’t Share Poverty”

Dinamalar has released a short video reel titled “Don’t Share Poverty” under its spirituality (aanmeegam) shorts section. The item appears as a brief video post on the Dinamalar website, listed in its shorts/reels format. The available source snippet does not provide additional context, narration, or key points from the video content. As a result, further details about the message or the speakers featured in the reel could not be independently confirmed from the provided text.

RJ Balaji turns emotional at ‘Karuppu’ FDFS, says report
Entertainment

RJ Balaji turns emotional at ‘Karuppu’ FDFS, says report

A short video published by Dinamalar reports that director RJ Balaji became emotional during the first-day first-show (FDFS) of the film Karuppu. The clip is presented as part of a “Karuppu Public Review Tamil” segment, indicating that audience reactions were also featured. No further details about what prompted the emotional moment, the venue, or specific review points were provided in the available source text.

Will Tamil Nadu see total prohibition? Minister Keerthana responds
Politics

Will Tamil Nadu see total prohibition? Minister Keerthana responds

Questions over whether Tamil Nadu could move towards total prohibition surfaced again at a press interaction in Madurai. Minister Keerthana responded to media queries on the issue, as the topic continues to draw public and political attention. The remarks were made during the minister’s meeting with reporters, where the possibility of a complete liquor ban was specifically raised. No further details were available from the source regarding any policy decision or timeline.

Four-way race heats up for Tamil Nadu Congress chief post
Politics

Four-way race heats up for Tamil Nadu Congress chief post

A four-cornered contest has emerged for the post of Tamil Nadu Congress president, according to party functionaries. Sources said the recent Assembly election outcome has caused disappointment for Rahul Gandhi and senior party leaders. They claimed there is internal criticism that supporters of party president Mallikarjun Kharge were given priority during candidate selection. The sources also pointed to complaints raised by former Tamil Nadu Mahila Congress president Haseena Syed and some Congress MPs alleging that money played a role in the selection of candidates, which they said has added to the unease.

DMK plans more district secretaries to counter Vijay-led youth wave
Politics

DMK plans more district secretaries to counter Vijay-led youth wave

Madurai: The DMK is planning an organisational reshuffle in Tamil Nadu, with a proposal to appoint one district secretary for every two Assembly constituencies. The move is being seen as a response to the growing influence of the Vijay-led TVK among young voters. The party currently has 72 districts. In Chennai, five district secretaries oversee 16 Assembly seats—two of them handling five seats each, while the remaining three manage two seats each. In several other districts too, a single district secretary is in charge of three or four constituencies.

AIADMK factions vie for numbers as MLAs raise their price
Politics

AIADMK factions vie for numbers as MLAs raise their price

Chennai: Two groups within the AIADMK have stepped up efforts to increase their numerical strength, prompting the party’s MLAs to raise their bargaining power, according to party sources. The split is said to have followed a dispute over extending support to the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) government. One group is led by AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami with 22 MLAs, while another is led by former ministers S.P. Velumani and K.P. Shanmugam with 25 MLAs.

BJP condemns DMK, TVK over remarks on Sanatan Dharma
Politics

BJP condemns DMK, TVK over remarks on Sanatan Dharma

Chennai: The BJP in Tamil Nadu has condemned remarks made by DMK and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leaders on Sanatan Dharma, calling them offensive to religious sentiments and damaging to social harmony. BJP state president Nainar Nagendran said a TVK MLA’s reported statement that the party had “entered the field to eradicate Sanatanam” was unacceptable. He questioned whether such comments reflected the “change” promised by TVK and urged strict action to prevent a repeat.

Astrologer Radhan Pandit says Ajith, Vijay both had CM prospects
Politics

Astrologer Radhan Pandit says Ajith, Vijay both had CM prospects

Chennai: Astrologer Ricky Radhan Pandit has claimed that actors Ajith and Vijay both had the potential to become Chief Minister, but only Vijay chose to act on it and has now become CM. Pandit, who was briefly appointed as a special officer in the Chief Minister’s political wing, faced sharp criticism from opposition parties, after which the appointment was cancelled. In an interview to a private TV channel, he said the post was given out of affection and came as a surprise to him, adding that he learnt about the cancellation while returning from Palani after tonsuring.

NEET to go online from next year, says Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan
Education

NEET to go online from next year, says Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan

New Delhi: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan said there is a need to conduct the NEET examination online from next year, indicating a shift to a computer-based testing model. He said the Centre is prioritising the protection of students’ futures and will not compromise on that. According to him, there were no issues in the exam held on May 3, while problems surfaced in the test conducted on May 7.

CM Vijay reviews Parandur airport plan, meets industry and water officials
Politics

CM Vijay reviews Parandur airport plan, meets industry and water officials

Chief Minister Vijay on Thursday (May 15) held a key meeting at the Chennai Secretariat with officials to review the proposed second airport at Parandur in Kancheepuram district. With passenger and cargo traffic rising at Chennai’s Meenambakkam airport and limited scope for further expansion, the previous DMK-led government had decided to develop a new airport at Parandur through a public-private partnership. The project is estimated to require about 5,320 acres across Parandur and 20 surrounding villages.

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