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Jyotirao Phule’s 200th birth anniversary celebrations begin today
General

Jyotirao Phule’s 200th birth anniversary celebrations begin today

April 11 is being observed as the birth anniversary of Mahatma Jyotirao Phule, one of India’s foremost social reformers. This year gains added significance as celebrations for his 200th birth anniversary are set to begin. Born in 1827 in Maharashtra to a modest family, Phule’s early hardships did not deter him from learning or from dedicating himself to social change. His life is remembered for courage, persistent inquiry and an unwavering commitment to public welfare.

Vijay campaigns silently in Karaikudi after missing allotted time
Politics

Vijay campaigns silently in Karaikudi after missing allotted time

TVK leader Vijay visited Karaikudi in Sivaganga district on Thursday to campaign for the party’s candidate Prabhu. However, as the allotted time for public address had already ended, he limited his outreach to a roadshow and left without speaking. Vijay began his journey from Madurai airport around 10.30 am in a campaign vehicle and toured through Karaikudi town. Supporters welcomed him along the route, carrying the party’s ‘whistle’ symbol. Prabhu presented him with a picture of Pillaiyarpatti Karpaga Vinayagar.

Stalin alleges Centre trying to manipulate officials during elections
Politics

Stalin alleges Centre trying to manipulate officials during elections

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Thursday alleged that the Union government is concentrating on “playing with” officials during election time by appointing people favourable to it, and attempting to rig the polls. Speaking at a DMK alliance campaign meeting in Thanjavur, Stalin said officials showed him a letter sent by the Union government to the Tamil Nadu government. He described the contents as surprising and claimed it reflected the Centre’s approach.

Palaniswami accuses Panneerselvam of betraying AIADMK at Kanchipuram rally
Politics

Palaniswami accuses Panneerselvam of betraying AIADMK at Kanchipuram rally

AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami on Friday launched a sharp attack on former chief minister O. Panneerselvam, alleging that he had betrayed the government formed under J. Jayalalithaa’s leadership. Campaigning at Theradi in Kanchipuram in support of AIADMK candidate Somasundaram, Palaniswami said Kanchipuram remained an AIADMK stronghold. He claimed the DMK had drifted from the ideals with which C.N. Annadurai founded the party, and alleged it had become dominated by a family and functioned like a “corporate company”.

IT raids on textile shops over tax evasion, alleged cash hoarding for polls
Politics

IT raids on textile shops over tax evasion, alleged cash hoarding for polls

Income Tax Department officials carried out searches at well-known textile shops operating across several districts in Tamil Nadu, following complaints alleging tax evasion and the hoarding of cash for election-related distribution. The raids were conducted in coordination with election flying squad teams in districts including Salem, Ramanathapuram, Ooty, Tiruchirappalli, Pudukkottai and Cuddalore. In Salem’s Four Roads area, a popular textile outlet was searched by more than 10 officials for over six hours.

CBSE makes third language mandatory for Class 6 from this year
Education

CBSE makes third language mandatory for Class 6 from this year

CBSE has issued a circular asking its affiliated schools to start teaching a third language for Class 6 from the current academic year, in line with the new education policy. The board has instructed schools that have not yet prepared a syllabus to begin classes within seven days. The circular refers to the National Curriculum Framework (NCFSE), which promotes multilingualism and cultural understanding of Indian languages. It recommends teaching two Indian languages under the “R1, R2, R3” structure, making “R3” compulsory in Class 6.

Dinamalar launches WhatsApp Channel; readers invited to follow
Technology

Dinamalar launches WhatsApp Channel; readers invited to follow

Chennai: Tamil daily Dinamalar has launched a dedicated channel on WhatsApp, inviting readers to follow it for instant news updates. The newspaper said it is already active on platforms such as Telegram, X, Facebook, YouTube, Threads and Instagram, and receives support from Tamils living across the world. As part of its efforts to keep pace with changing technology, Dinamalar has now added WhatsApp to its social media presence. By following the channel, readers can get updates on current affairs, cinema, sports, spirituality and other news as they happen.

Old DMK remarks on Kamaraj resurface online amid alliance politics
Politics

Old DMK remarks on Kamaraj resurface online amid alliance politics

A Tamil daily report claims that harsh remarks once made by DMK leaders and stage speakers against former Chief Minister K. Kamaraj are resurfacing on social media and going viral. According to the report, during the 1960s and 1970s, DMK speakers repeatedly mocked Kamaraj’s education and portrayed him as unfit for a modern era. It says the criticism also included personal attacks on his appearance, family background and private life, and that he was labelled during the Hindi agitation period as a “North Indian agent”, “Hindi supporter” and “Delhi’s slave”.

Stalin urges Rahul Gandhi to answer Vijay’s ‘real Congress’ claim
Politics

Stalin urges Rahul Gandhi to answer Vijay’s ‘real Congress’ claim

Sources in the Congress said Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has urged Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar to ensure Rahul Gandhi responds to TVK leader Vijay’s claim about the “real Congress”. The development comes amid renewed friction over alliance messaging ahead of the Assembly election. According to the report, there had been talk that Rahul Gandhi preferred an alliance with TVK. Leaders close to him, including Praveen Chakravarthy and MP Manickam Tagore, spoke publicly on the subject, while senior leaders such as Sonia Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge and P. Chidambaram were cited as backing the continuation of the DMK–Congress alliance.

Vijay’s ‘Jananayakan’ leaks on Telegram; probe on who released it
Entertainment

Vijay’s ‘Jananayakan’ leaks on Telegram; probe on who released it

The yet-to-release film Jananayakan, starring actor and TVK leader Vijay, has reportedly been leaked in full on the Telegram app, creating a stir across Tamil Nadu. The film has been facing multiple hurdles ahead of its planned release, and the leak has now raised questions over whether it was a deliberate move aimed at influencing the political climate or an act of piracy for personal gain. Authorities are said to be looking into how the content was circulated.

Dinamalar short teases: driver’s act during Vijay’s van check
Politics

Dinamalar short teases: driver’s act during Vijay’s van check

A short video published on Dinamalar carries a brief teaser about an incident involving actor Vijay’s van during a check. The title suggests that a driver’s action was noticed at the time of the inspection, but the available source text does not provide further details on what happened. The post is tagged with “VijayTVK”, “TamilNaduElections” and “ActorVijay”, indicating the clip is being circulated in the context of political discussions around Tamil Nadu.

Tamil Nadu Assembly polls in 13 days; Dinamalar launches daily ‘Election Arena’
Politics

Tamil Nadu Assembly polls in 13 days; Dinamalar launches daily ‘Election Arena’

Tamil Nadu is heading into the Assembly election with just 13 days left for polling. Voting is scheduled for April 23, and the results will be announced on May 4. As campaigning heats up, Dinamalar said the political contest has begun to intensify across the state. The newspaper is bringing out a daily eight-page supplement titled ‘Election Arena’ along with its main edition. According to the publication, the April 10 edition focuses on voter sentiment, including questions such as who people plan to vote for and why, and which leaders are currently on the public’s mind.

CM Stalin campaigns for votes during Chennai Metro ride
Politics

CM Stalin campaigns for votes during Chennai Metro ride

Chennai Chief Minister M.K. Stalin travelled on the Chennai Metro on Thursday as part of his campaign for the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. During the ride, he interacted with commuters, enquired about their well-being and appealed to them to vote for DMK candidates and those from the party’s alliance. A few passengers shook hands with him and took selfies. Stalin also discussed the government’s welfare schemes with travellers. In recent days, he has been meeting people during morning walks and even stopping at roadside tea stalls to speak with the public while campaigning. With 13 days left for the election, campaigning by political parties has intensified across the state.

Gaganyaan airdrop test succeeds, marking key milestone
Technology

Gaganyaan airdrop test succeeds, marking key milestone

India’s human spaceflight programme, Gaganyaan, has achieved a significant milestone with the successful completion of an airdrop test at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. Union Minister Jitendra Singh congratulated the ISRO team for executing the test, calling it an important step in the preparations for India’s first human space mission, planned for next year. ISRO has been carrying out multiple phases of testing as part of the programme. Four Indian Air Force Group Captains — Subhanshu Shukla, Prashanth Nair, Ajit Krishnan and Angad Pratap — have been selected as astronauts for the mission.

President nominates Harivansh to Rajya Sabha after term ends
Politics

President nominates Harivansh to Rajya Sabha after term ends

President Droupadi Murmu has issued an order appointing Harivansh Narayan Singh, who served as Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, as a nominated Member of Parliament. Harivansh held the Deputy Chairman’s post from August 11, 2022. He is associated with the Janata Dal (United) and represented Bihar in the Upper House. His term ended on April 9. The Janata Dal (United) did not offer him another opportunity to return as a Rajya Sabha MP through the party.

Piyush Goyal recalls wife’s question during Delhi power outage
Politics

Piyush Goyal recalls wife’s question during Delhi power outage

Union Minister Piyush Goyal, speaking at an interaction with industry and trade representatives in Coimbatore, recalled an incident from the day he took charge as India’s power minister in 2014. He said that on his first day in office, large parts of Delhi and several northern states faced a severe power disruption. After a long day, he went to sleep, but his wife questioned how he could rest while people were suffering without electricity, and urged him to go and oversee restoration work.

South Indian Dargahs and Mosques body backs AIADMK-BJP alliance
Politics

South Indian Dargahs and Mosques body backs AIADMK-BJP alliance

The South Indian Dargahs and Mosques Association has announced its support for the AIADMK-BJP alliance in the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly election scheduled for April 23. Representatives of the association met AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami (EPS) in Chennai and conveyed their decision. The meeting also included office-bearers from eight Muslim organisations, including the Tamil Nadu Urdu Muslim Munnetra Kazhagam. During the interaction, the groups expressed dissatisfaction over the DMK government’s actions related to the appointment of the state’s Chief Qazi. They said their objection stems from the choice of a Chief Qazi from a non-Sufi Sunni background.

Annamalai says Nilgiris MP Raja audio is ‘completely true’
Politics

Annamalai says Nilgiris MP Raja audio is ‘completely true’

Former Tamil Nadu BJP president K. Annamalai on Thursday said the audio clip in which Nilgiris MP Raja is heard speaking is “completely true”, and that anyone familiar with politics would recognise it. Speaking to reporters in Ooty, Annamalai said his alliance was united and contesting as one team. While other parties are in the fray, he claimed the contest in the state remains essentially bipolar—between the ruling DMK and the AIADMK-led NDA.

Adambakkam police deny Arappor march over ‘don’t take money for votes’ pitch
Politics

Adambakkam police deny Arappor march over ‘don’t take money for votes’ pitch

Chennai’s Adambakkam police have denied permission to Arappor Iyakkam to conduct a door-to-door campaign and awareness march urging voters not to accept money for votes, ahead of the Assembly election. According to the group, it had sought approval to hold the programme on April 11 from 4 pm to 6 pm within the Adambakkam police limits. Police, however, refused the request and cited a law-and-order concern. Police reportedly said that campaigning against accepting cash or gifts could lead to arguments among residents in slum areas, potentially triggering law-and-order problems. They indicated that only a limited activity with five participants could be allowed, provided it does not inconvenience the public or disrupt traffic.

Election flying squad checks TVK leader Vijay’s campaign vehicle
Politics

Election flying squad checks TVK leader Vijay’s campaign vehicle

Election flying squad officials conducted a surprise inspection of TVK leader Vijay’s campaign vehicle on Thursday as he travelled from Madurai to Karaikudi for electioneering. According to the report, Vijay arrived from Chennai at Madurai airport and then proceeded by road in a campaign vehicle towards Karaikudi to canvass for TVK candidates contesting in Sivaganga district. The vehicle was intercepted near Tiruppathur in Sivaganga district, where officials carried out checks for cash, gift items and other materials.

Justice Yashwant Varma resigns amid cash bundle controversy
Politics

Justice Yashwant Varma resigns amid cash bundle controversy

Justice Yashwant Varma has resigned amid a controversy over bundles of currency notes allegedly found at his official residence during a fire incident. Varma, who earlier served as a judge of the Delhi High Court and lived in a government bungalow in Delhi, faced scrutiny after firefighters reportedly discovered burnt bundles of ₹500 notes in a room while responding to a blaze at his home last year. He was later transferred to the Allahabad High Court.

Nitish Kumar takes oath as Rajya Sabha MP, set to quit Bihar CM post
Politics

Nitish Kumar takes oath as Rajya Sabha MP, set to quit Bihar CM post

Patna: Bihar Chief Minister and Janata Dal (United) leader Nitish Kumar on Thursday (April 10) took oath as a Rajya Sabha Member of Parliament. He was administered the oath by Vice President and Rajya Sabha Chairman C.P. Radhakrishnan. The development comes months after the NDA—comprising JD(U) and the BJP—returned to power in Bihar following the Assembly elections held late last year. While the BJP won more seats than JD(U), Nitish Kumar continued as Chief Minister.

Seeman says he can give government jobs to all, educated or not
Politics

Seeman says he can give government jobs to all, educated or not

Kovilpatti campaign remarks Naam Tamilar Katchi (NTK) coordinator Seeman, speaking during election campaigning in Kovilpatti, said he would provide government jobs to everyone, whether educated or uneducated. In his speech, he contrasted his claim with a range of popular campaign promises, saying voters readily believe offers such as cash payments, tokens, infrastructure projects and gold assistance for marriage. Seeman argued that when exaggerated promises are made—such as a helicopter for every home or a kilogram of gold for every woman—people laugh, but they still accept other monetary assurances.

BJP promises Rs 3,000 monthly aid for women in West Bengal
Politics

BJP promises Rs 3,000 monthly aid for women in West Bengal

BJP on Friday announced a set of election promises for West Bengal, including a monthly assistance of Rs 3,000 for women if it comes to power. Union Home Minister Amit Shah released the party’s “Sankalp Patra” in Kolkata. The manifesto also pledges to implement a Uniform Civil Code within six months of forming the government. It further promises strict action against infiltrators and steps to prevent cattle smuggling through the state’s border routes.

Vijay holds Karaikudi roadshow for Dr Prabhu; leaves without speech
Politics

Vijay holds Karaikudi roadshow for Dr Prabhu; leaves without speech

TVK leader Vijay campaigned in Sivaganga district’s Karaikudi on Thursday, holding a roadshow in support of the party’s constituency candidate, Dr Prabhu. According to the report, Vijay left Madurai airport around 10.45 am in a campaign vehicle and reached the Karaikudi campaign point at about 2.34 pm. He paid respects at the Muthuramalinga Thevar statue and greeted the public for only a few minutes by waving from the vehicle before continuing towards Pudukkottai.

Data on Finance Commission shares counters TN ‘bias’ charge
Politics

Data on Finance Commission shares counters TN ‘bias’ charge

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has repeatedly alleged that the Centre favours BJP-ruled states in fund allocation and shortchanges Tamil Nadu. He has also challenged Union minister Piyush Goyal to publicly compare how much each state receives back for every rupee it contributes. However, Finance Commission devolution shares—available in the public domain—show Tamil Nadu’s percentage share has declined over successive commissions: 7.931% (9th), 6.637% (10th), 5.385% (11th), 5.305% (12th), 4.696% (13th), 4.023% (14th) and about 4.079% for 2021–2026. The report says Tamil Nadu has been allotted Rs 87,000 crore for the 2026–27 financial year.

Madras High Court dismisses Ramadoss plea to freeze mango symbol
Politics

Madras High Court dismisses Ramadoss plea to freeze mango symbol

Petition dismissed The Madras High Court on Thursday dismissed a petition filed by PMK founder S. Ramadoss seeking to freeze the party’s “mango” election symbol until a pending civil dispute within the party is decided. Background of the dispute The plea arose amid an internal rift between Ramadoss and his son, Anbumani. A civil court had earlier, on March 26, rejected a similar request to keep the symbol in abeyance until the civil case concludes.

TN Mahila Congress chief Hasina Syed resigns over seat allocation row
Politics

TN Mahila Congress chief Hasina Syed resigns over seat allocation row

Chennai: Tamil Nadu Mahila Congress president Hasina Syed has resigned from her post, alleging irregularities in the party’s Assembly seat allocation and saying she was humiliated after not being given an opportunity to contest. Syed, who also served as a national secretary in the Congress women’s wing and was appointed as the Tamil Nadu unit chief in 2024, said adequate chances were not provided to her and to women candidates. She publicly criticised the party’s Tamil Nadu in-charge Girish Chodankar and raised questions about the party’s stated commitment to 33% representation for women.

PM Modi to interact online with Tamil Nadu BJP workers on April 13
Politics

PM Modi to interact online with Tamil Nadu BJP workers on April 13

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to interact online with BJP workers in Tamil Nadu on April 13 as part of the party’s election-related outreach efforts. The interaction will be held under the programme titled ‘Mera Booth, Strong Booth’, aimed at motivating party workers engaged in Assembly election work in the state. According to the report, Modi has earlier instructed Tamil Nadu BJP functionaries to coordinate with booth-level in-charges, conduct door-to-door outreach, and explain the Central BJP government’s schemes to the public.

Critics say DMK’s ‘Dravidian Model’ slogan is losing steam
Politics

Critics say DMK’s ‘Dravidian Model’ slogan is losing steam

The term “Dravidian Model” gained prominence after the DMK returned to power in 2021, with Chief Minister M.K. Stalin repeatedly using it in public forums as a counter to the widely discussed “Gujarat Model,” according to a commentary published in Dinamalar. The article says the phrase was amplified by party leaders and supporters, and became widespread on social media. Opposition parties, it adds, frequently questioned the slogan by linking it to various controversies and incidents that circulated online.

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