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Congress forms 5-member panel to probe poor poll show in Tamil Nadu
Politics

Congress forms 5-member panel to probe poor poll show in Tamil Nadu

Congress has constituted a five-member fact-finding committee to review its performance in the recently concluded Tamil Nadu Assembly election, where it contested 28 seats as part of the DMK-led alliance but won only five. As part of the internal review, the party had recently summoned candidates from the 23 losing constituencies to Sathyamurthy Bhavan in Chennai. The discussions were held by AICC in-charges for Tamil Nadu, Girish Chodankar and Nivedith Alva, along with state-level office-bearers.

DMK cadres urge leadership not to replace district secretaries yet
Politics

DMK cadres urge leadership not to replace district secretaries yet

DMK functionaries have sent an unusual request to the party leadership, urging it not to replace district secretaries despite the party’s recent electoral setback. The appeal has been submitted through letters and via the party-linked platform “Udanpirappin Kural,” according to senior party sources. The DMK, which faced the election as the ruling party, won only 59 constituencies, and M.K. Stalin reportedly lost in his own Kolathur seat. Several former allies—Congress, VCK, Muslim League, CPI and CPM—have exited the alliance and moved towards the newly formed government led by Chief Minister Vijay of the TVK, leaving the DMK politically isolated.

Vijay plans mega rally to launch ‘Secular Social Justice Alliance’
Politics

Vijay plans mega rally to launch ‘Secular Social Justice Alliance’

Chennai: Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief and Chief Minister Vijay is learnt to have decided to hold a large public meeting along with parties that extended support to his government. In the recent Tamil Nadu Assembly election, TVK emerged as the single largest party after winning 108 seats. With the party falling short of a majority, Congress, VCK, Communist parties and the Muslim League—earlier part of the DMK alliance—backed TVK, enabling a coalition government with Vijay as Chief Minister.

CM Vijay bars caste, religion bias in ministers’ staff appointments
Politics

CM Vijay bars caste, religion bias in ministers’ staff appointments

Chief Minister Vijay has issued a strict instruction to all ministers that appointments of assistants and office staff in ministerial offices must not be influenced by caste, religion or family ties, according to information from government sources. Tamil Nadu has 41 government departments, and 34 ministers have been assigned portfolios in the current cabinet. Ministers’ offices typically recruit more than 400 personnel across roles such as office assistants, junior and senior assistants, special assistants, drivers, computer operators, record staff and security personnel.

Supreme Court refuses to dilute order on stray dog menace
General

Supreme Court refuses to dilute order on stray dog menace

India records a heavy toll from dog bites and rabies each year, with reports frequently highlighting children, senior citizens and two-wheeler riders as recurring victims. The issue has remained in the spotlight amid rising concerns over uncontrolled stray dog populations. Taking suo motu cognisance, the Supreme Court delivered a ruling in November last year on how authorities should handle dogs roaming in public spaces. The court said animals caught from public areas should not be released back at the same locations after vaccination or sterilisation, and called for dedicated shelters to house and maintain them.

Congress forms 5-member panel to probe Tamil Nadu poll setback
Politics

Congress forms 5-member panel to probe Tamil Nadu poll setback

Congress’ Delhi leadership has constituted a five-member fact-finding committee to study why the party won only five seats after contesting 28 constituencies in the recent Tamil Nadu Assembly election. As part of the review, Congress candidates who lost in 23 constituencies were recently called to the party’s state headquarters, Sathyamurthy Bhavan in Chennai. The discussions were held with candidates and constituency in-charges by AICC observers Girish Chodankar and Nivedith Alva, along with state functionaries.

Trump says he is PM Modi’s “biggest fan” at Delhi event
Politics

Trump says he is PM Modi’s “biggest fan” at Delhi event

US President Donald Trump said he is Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s “biggest fan” while addressing a US Independence Day celebration held in Delhi. The event marked the 250th anniversary of US Independence Day. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar were among those who attended and spoke at the programme. Trump delivered his remarks through a video conference. He said India can “100%” trust the United States and asked that the Indian side contact the US whenever help is needed.

UP cancels 31,328 Waqf property entries over document irregularities
Politics

UP cancels 31,328 Waqf property entries over document irregularities

Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh government has cancelled online records of 31,328 Waqf Board properties uploaded on the Centre’s ‘Umeed’ portal, citing insufficient supporting documents. The ‘Umeed’ website was launched after amendments to the Waqf law late last year, with instructions to register Waqf properties nationwide within six months along with detailed information. Properties not registered within the timeline were to be treated as disputed, and submissions were required to include measurements and geo-tagged location details.

Kerala CM Satheesan offers vow at Guruvayur after election win
Politics

Kerala CM Satheesan offers vow at Guruvayur after election win

Kerala Chief Minister Satheesan on Saturday morning visited the Guruvayur Sri Krishna Temple and offered prayers, citing his election victory as the occasion for fulfilling a vow. He arrived at the temple around 7 am and was received in accordance with temple protocol by Guruvayur Devaswom chairman Gopinath and executive officer Arun Kumar. After worshipping the presiding deity, the Chief Minister performed a ‘Thulabharam’ offering, donating butter equal to his body weight. Temple sources said 71 kg of butter was used for the ritual.

UP Muslim groups back call to declare cow as India’s national animal
Politics

UP Muslim groups back call to declare cow as India’s national animal

Several Muslim organisations in Uttar Pradesh have voiced support for a demand to declare the cow as India’s national animal. The call was made by Maulana Arshad Madani, president of Jamaat Ulema-e-Hind. The development comes as northern states continue to take strict action against those involved in cow slaughter. With Bakrid scheduled to be observed on May 28, authorities have also issued guidelines restricting animal slaughter in public places and prohibiting the sacrifice of protected animals.

Jaishankar urges US to ease visa curbs in talks with Rubio
Politics

Jaishankar urges US to ease visa curbs in talks with Rubio

India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday urged the United States to ease visa restrictions for Indians, raising concerns over delays and procedural hurdles during talks with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in New Delhi. The meeting took place at Hyderabad House ahead of the Quad foreign ministers’ meeting scheduled in Delhi, with India, the US, Japan and Australia set to participate. The two sides discussed bilateral ties, trade and visa processes, and later addressed the media.

BJP wins West Bengal’s Palda bypoll with 1.09 lakh-vote margin
Politics

BJP wins West Bengal’s Palda bypoll with 1.09 lakh-vote margin

BJP secures big win in Palda re-poll In West Bengal, the BJP has won the Palda Assembly constituency in a re-election, with its candidate Debangshu Panda securing victory by a margin of more than one lakh votes. The state’s Assembly elections for 294 constituencies were held in two phases on April 23 and 29. Following complaints of irregularities, the Election Commission announced a re-poll for Palda in South 24 Parganas district on May 21, with counting scheduled for May 24.

Kerala minister vows tough action in Sabarimala gold theft case
Politics

Kerala minister vows tough action in Sabarimala gold theft case

Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala Devaswom Board Minister Muralidharan has said strict action will be taken against anyone linked to the Sabarimala gold theft case, without political bias. The theft, involving gold taken from the door guardian idols at the famed Sabarimala Ayyappa temple, triggered widespread shock. Police have arrested Unnikrishnan Pothi as a key accused in the case. Investigators have also found that former Devaswom Board officials were allegedly involved as accomplices. The previous Left Democratic Front government had faced allegations that it attempted to shield certain individuals, turning the issue into a major political flashpoint in Kerala.

Police survey TASMAC shops over alleged Rs 10 extra charge per bottle
Crime

Police survey TASMAC shops over alleged Rs 10 extra charge per bottle

Chennai: Intelligence police have begun a statewide verification drive to check allegations that TASMAC retail outlets are collecting an additional Rs 10 per liquor bottle. Officials said details of outlets found charging extra are being compiled and forwarded to senior authorities. TASMAC operates more than 4,700 retail liquor shops across Tamil Nadu, employing 23,629 staff including salespersons, assistant salespersons and supervisors. The allegation of an extra Rs 10 being collected per bottle had surfaced during the previous DMK regime.

IMD says southwest monsoon likely to begin in Kerala, Northeast tomorrow
Environment

IMD says southwest monsoon likely to begin in Kerala, Northeast tomorrow

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Sunday said conditions appear favourable for the onset of the southwest monsoon over Kerala and the northeastern states on May 26. In its update, the IMD noted that the monsoon typically reaches the Andaman and Nicobar Islands by the end of May, and arrives over Kerala and the Northeast during the first week of June. This year, changes observed over the Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea had raised expectations of an earlier-than-usual onset.

Trump Jr marries Bettina Anderson in Bahamas with under 50 guests
General

Trump Jr marries Bettina Anderson in Bahamas with under 50 guests

Donald Trump Jr, 48, the eldest son of US President Donald Trump, has married businesswoman and model Bettina Anderson, 39, in a private ceremony in the Bahamas. The wedding was attended by fewer than 50 guests, including Trump Jr’s five children. Trump Jr was previously married to Vanessa, with whom he has five children. The couple’s marriage ended in 2018. After that, Trump Jr’s relationship with Anderson, who is from Palm Beach, Florida, became public late last year. The couple later decided to formalise their relationship through marriage.

UK ship readies to clear sea mines in Strait of Hormuz
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UK ship readies to clear sea mines in Strait of Hormuz

Tehran reports that discussions on a peace agreement involving Iran have reached the final stage, even as preparations begin to restore safe shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Following a war launched by the US and Israel against Iran, Tehran shut the strategic waterway. Reports also claim Iran laid sea mines in the area to counter a US naval blockade. With talks under way to end the conflict, a multinational coalition of more than 40 countries—led by the UK and France—is expected to begin mine-clearance operations once a ceasefire agreement is formally signed.

Documentary on Dinamalar founder T.V. Ramasubbaiyar airs on Tamil Janam
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Documentary on Dinamalar founder T.V. Ramasubbaiyar airs on Tamil Janam

Chennai: A documentary titled “Speaking History” on the life and achievements of T.V. Ramasubbaiyar (popularly known as TVR), founder of the Tamil daily Dinamalar, was aired on Tamil Janam TV at 6:30 pm on Sunday. The 30-minute film portrays TVR as a journalist who viewed the press not merely as a vehicle for news, but as a tool for social change. It traces his early life—born on October 2, 1908, near Nagercoil in Kanyakumari district—and notes his inspiration from Mahatma Gandhi’s ideals and his work for the welfare of oppressed communities.

Minister Ramesh promises faster darshan arrangements at Tiruvannamalai temple
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Minister Ramesh promises faster darshan arrangements at Tiruvannamalai temple

HR&CE Minister Ramesh on Saturday said arrangements would be made to enable devotees to have faster darshan at the Tiruvannamalai temple, addressing concerns over crowding and delays. Speaking to reporters after an inspection at the Jambukeswarar–Akhilandeswari Temple in Thiruvanaikaval, Tiruchirappalli, the minister said the department reviewed basic facilities needed for devotees in temples. During the inspection, he noted that certain items sold in prasad shops did not carry manufacturing and expiry dates. He said officials have been instructed to conduct inspections of prasad shops in temples across Tamil Nadu and ensure that products without these dates are not sold.

Minister Sengottaiyan hospitalised in Coimbatore after sudden illness
Politics

Minister Sengottaiyan hospitalised in Coimbatore after sudden illness

Minister Sengottaiyan was admitted to a private hospital in Coimbatore on Saturday after he developed a sudden health issue during his visit to the city. He was taken to a well-known private hospital located on Avinashi Road, where doctors began treatment. Hospital sources said the minister is suffering from a mild fever and is under the care of a medical team. Doctors added that his condition is stable and he is expected to be discharged on Sunday (May 25).

14-year-old girl with stomach pain: 3 arrested under POCSO
Crime

14-year-old girl with stomach pain: 3 arrested under POCSO

A 14-year-old girl from Polur in Tiruvannamalai district was rushed for medical examination after she complained of severe stomach pain. The girl lives with her parents. The family is said to visit the Saidani Beevi Dargah at Vandavasi every month as a routine. According to the report, the girl’s parents had recently fallen ill. Following the girl’s condition and the subsequent medical tests, the case took a serious turn. Police registered a case under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act and arrested three persons in connection with the incident. Further details were not disclosed in the source report.

BJP leaders console Coimbatore girl’s family, seek Rs 1 crore aid
Crime

BJP leaders console Coimbatore girl’s family, seek Rs 1 crore aid

BJP Tamil Nadu president Nainar Nagendran and Union Minister L Murugan met the family of a young girl who was killed in Coimbatore and expressed their condolences. During the visit, the leaders spoke to the family members and offered support in the aftermath of the incident. They also urged that the girl’s family be provided financial assistance of Rs 1 crore. The visit and the demand for compensation were highlighted as part of the party leaders’ response to the case.

Jayakumar posts tweet mocking TVK, says report
Politics

Jayakumar posts tweet mocking TVK, says report

A video report published by Dinamalar says AIADMK leader D Jayakumar posted a tweet targeting TVK in a mocking tone. The report describes the tweet as a “trolling” post, suggesting it was aimed at ridiculing the party. No further details of the tweet’s exact wording were provided in the available source content. The post has nevertheless attracted attention on social media, according to the report.

Rupee slide, oil shock and gold rush: India faces a multi-front squeeze
Business

Rupee slide, oil shock and gold rush: India faces a multi-front squeeze

India is facing a multi-front economic squeeze as the rupee weakens against the US dollar, global fuel supplies remain tight and gold prices surge. The author notes that when the Prime Minister publicly urges people to postpone gold purchases, use public transport and avoid foreign travel, it should be read as a warning signal rather than routine advice. The article explains that foreign exchange reserves typically fall when imports outpace exports, and also when foreign direct investment does not rise, remittances from Indians abroad decline, or overseas investors pull money out of the stock market. With lower reserves, demand for dollars increases, pushing the dollar higher and adding pressure on the rupee.

Indian-origin scientist tops Edison’s patent record in the US
Technology

Indian-origin scientist tops Edison’s patent record in the US

Gurtej Singh Sandhu, an IIT Delhi graduate who moved to the United States for doctoral studies, has emerged as one of America’s most prolific inventors—surpassing Thomas Alva Edison’s long-cited patent tally. According to the report, Sandhu has secured more than 1,400 patents in the US and over 2,200 patents worldwide, exceeding Edison’s 1,093 patents. With this, he is said to rank as the 7th highest patent holder in American history.

Maruti to unveil 100% ethanol flex-fuel car on June 5: Gadkari
Technology

Maruti to unveil 100% ethanol flex-fuel car on June 5: Gadkari

Union minister for road transport and highways Nitin Gadkari on Saturday said Maruti Suzuki will introduce a flex-fuel car that can run on 100% ethanol on June 5, marking World Environment Day. Speaking at an event in Nagpur, Gadkari described petrol and diesel as a major environmental challenge for India and said he was encouraged by the growing rollout of electric two-wheelers, cars, buses and trucks. He also noted that electric tractors have entered the market.

Terrorism remains a shared challenge, Jaishankar says after Rubio meet
Politics

Terrorism remains a shared challenge, Jaishankar says after Rubio meet

India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said terrorism continues to be a shared challenge for India and the United States after meeting US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in New Delhi. The talks were held at Hyderabad House, where the two leaders discussed ways to strengthen bilateral ties. Jaishankar said the discussions also covered developments in the Gulf and the wider West Asia region amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. He added that both sides reviewed cooperation in areas such as security, trade, energy and emerging technologies. While India and the US have common interests, he said they also face common challenges, and reiterated that India’s position on terrorism is “very clear.”

Stalin calls TN election outcome a 'cinema tsunami', not political
Politics

Stalin calls TN election outcome a 'cinema tsunami', not political

DMK president M.K. Stalin on Saturday described the recent developments in Tamil Nadu as a “cinema tsunami” rather than a political wave, and said the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) government would not complete a five-year term. Speaking at a DMK Youth Wing office-bearers meeting at Anna Arivalayam in Chennai, Stalin alleged that TVK leader Vijay became Chief Minister due to the pull of cinema and public fascination. Drawing an analogy, he said people often demand a new toy but lose interest within days, adding that voters who went behind an actor would eventually return to the DMK, as a child returns to its mother.

BJP alleges Rahul is plotting with foreign forces to topple Modi govt
Politics

BJP alleges Rahul is plotting with foreign forces to topple Modi govt

New Delhi: The BJP on Saturday alleged that Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi is conspiring with foreign forces and attempting to incite violence to topple the Modi government. The charge comes after Gandhi, speaking at a Congress Minority Department advisory meeting last week, reportedly said that the Modi government would fall within a year. Responding to the remark, Union Minister Piyush Goyal said in a post on X that Gandhi’s statement points to what he described as a larger conspiracy involving the Congress, other opposition parties and a “toolkit gang” to destabilise India.

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