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Modi says world wants to join India’s journey to a developed nation
Politics

Modi says world wants to join India’s journey to a developed nation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said the world is keen to be part of India’s journey towards becoming a developed nation, citing rising global interest in India’s youth and technological progress. Speaking at the 19th Rozgar Mela in New Delhi, Modi distributed appointment letters to 51,000 selected candidates across various government departments through video conference. He described the day as significant for thousands of young people across the country.

CM Vijay vows strict punishment for crimes against women, children
Crime

CM Vijay vows strict punishment for crimes against women, children

Chennai: Chief Minister Vijay on Friday said the Tamil Nadu government will act firmly to ensure strict punishment under the law for those involved in brutal acts against women and children. In a statement, he said a horrific incident involving a 10-year-old girl in Coimbatore had caused deep pain and shock. He stressed that such inhuman and unforgivable crimes cannot be accepted in society. The Chief Minister expressed his condolences and shared his grief with the girl’s family, who are suffering after being separated from their child.

Sridhar Vembu warns Big Tech could become new East India Companies
Technology

Sridhar Vembu warns Big Tech could become new East India Companies

New Delhi: Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu has warned that global technology giants such as Google, Microsoft, Amazon and Facebook could evolve into “new East India Companies” in the modern era. Vembu said history shows how the East India Company’s model was built on exporting cheap raw materials and importing value-added products. He noted that the impact of such a system on India is well known. According to him, when a country hands over its low-cost raw inputs and the entire value-addition process takes place elsewhere—only for the finished products to be imported back—it forms the basis of a colonial economy. He said this is the pattern through which the East India Company established dominance in India.

Netizens slam Thirumavalavan over shifting remarks on Vijay, Stalin
Politics

Netizens slam Thirumavalavan over shifting remarks on Vijay, Stalin

Social media platforms have seen a fresh wave of criticism targeting VCK leader Thol. Thirumavalavan, with users accusing him of taking contradictory stands in quick succession. The online backlash has been driven by clips and quotes from the past six months, where Thirumavalavan has repeatedly commented on actor-politician Vijay and his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK). Netizens claim the remarks show frequent shifts in tone and position. In January and February, he questioned Vijay’s political approach and suggested that relying on cinema fame alone would not be enough in the absence of towering leaders like Karunanidhi and Jayalalithaa. He also criticised Vijay for not issuing even a statement against the BJP while projecting himself as a challenger for power.

Centre weighs single national entrance test combining JEE and NEET
Education

Centre weighs single national entrance test combining JEE and NEET

New Delhi: The Union government is examining the possibility of conducting a single national-level entrance examination by integrating JEE and NEET. The move comes in the backdrop of a recent NEET question paper leak that triggered nationwide concern. Following the incident, the Centre announced that the exam would be cancelled and a re-test would be held, and also said the test would be conducted in computer-based mode from next year.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrives in Delhi, to meet PM Modi
Politics

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrives in Delhi, to meet PM Modi

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in New Delhi as part of his ongoing visit to India ahead of the Quad foreign ministers’ meeting. Rubio earlier visited Kolkata, where he toured the Missionaries of Charity headquarters and a children’s home linked to the organisation. It is the first time in 14 years that a US Secretary of State has visited Kolkata. He reached Delhi along with his wife Jeanette Rubio and the US Ambassador to India, Sergio Gor. Rubio is scheduled to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi for discussions.

Centre to take over Delhi Gymkhana Club land, handover by June 5
Politics

Centre to take over Delhi Gymkhana Club land, handover by June 5

The Union government has initiated steps to reclaim the land occupied by the Delhi Gymkhana Club in the Safdarjung area of the national capital, and has directed that it be handed over by June 5. Delhi Gymkhana Club is a century-old private club set up during the British colonial period. Spread across about 27 acres in a prime central location, it counts senior officials, politicians and wealthy individuals among its members.

Modi’s 5-nation tour spotlights India–Middle East–Europe corridor
Politics

Modi’s 5-nation tour spotlights India–Middle East–Europe corridor

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent five-nation tour has drawn attention for what is being described as a fresh economic corridor linking India, the Middle East and Europe. The visit began in the Gulf nation of the United Arab Emirates and continued through the European countries of the Netherlands, Sweden and Norway, before concluding in Italy. The tour comes amid a challenging global economic climate, adding to its significance.

TNEB lists reasons for unannounced power cuts across Tamil Nadu
General

TNEB lists reasons for unannounced power cuts across Tamil Nadu

Chennai and several districts in Tamil Nadu have seen a spate of unannounced power cuts over the past few days, triggering complaints and confusion among residents. The Tamil Nadu Electricity Board (TNEB) has now issued an explanation, listing the key reasons behind the interruptions. TNEB said the state has sufficient electricity availability and that recent peak demand has remained below 20,000 MW on most days. It added that generation, transmission and distribution systems are continuously monitored through the State Load Despatch Centre, SCADA centres and field-level officials.

How is 'Krishnavataram Part 1: The Heart (Hridayam)'?
Entertainment

How is 'Krishnavataram Part 1: The Heart (Hridayam)'?

Dinamalar has published a video titled “How is the movie Krishnavataram Part 1: The Heart (Hridayam)?” featuring a review-style look at the film. The segment is presented under the site’s general video section and is dated May 23, 2026. The video is positioned as a quick take for viewers looking to know how the movie is, alongside other related videos on the platform. No additional details about the film’s plot, cast, or specific review points were provided in the available source text.

From traffic cop on screen to transport minister in real life: Vijay Tamilan
Entertainment

From traffic cop on screen to transport minister in real life: Vijay Tamilan

A short video published by Dinamalar spotlights Vijay Tamilan Parthiban, drawing attention to a contrast between his on-screen and real-life roles. According to the clip, Parthiban has portrayed a traffic police character in cinema. The video also notes that in real life he serves as a transport minister, framing it as an interesting crossover between reel and real. No further details were provided in the short regarding the film, the specific role, or the ministerial context.

Tavek has carved a distinct place in politics
Politics

Tavek has carved a distinct place in politics

A short video published by Dinamalar states that “Tavek” has earned a distinct place in politics. The clip, shared in the outlet’s Shorts/Reels section, does not provide additional context such as the background, timeline, or specific developments behind the claim. As the source contains only the headline-level assertion, further details about Tavek’s political role, activities, or impact are not available from the provided material.

DMK may go solo in local body polls amid alliance rift: report
Politics

DMK may go solo in local body polls amid alliance rift: report

DMK is preparing to face the upcoming local body elections on its own, amid signs of a widening split in its earlier Assembly-election alliance, according to information circulating within the party. The report says parties that had been part of the DMK-led front—Congress, CPM, CPI, VCK and the Indian Union Muslim League—have now extended support to TVK to form the government. It also notes uncertainty over whether the two Communist parties will remain with DMK, as they have not been included in the new Cabinet.

Rajya Sabha bypoll in Tamil Nadu on June 18 after CV Shanmugam quits
Politics

Rajya Sabha bypoll in Tamil Nadu on June 18 after CV Shanmugam quits

A by-election to one Rajya Sabha seat from Tamil Nadu will be held on June 18 after former AIADMK minister C.V. Shanmugam resigned from the Upper House. The Election Commission has announced the schedule as part of polls for vacancies across multiple states. According to the notification, nominations can be filed from June 1 to June 8. Scrutiny is scheduled for June 9, while June 11 is the last date for withdrawal. If more than one nomination is accepted, voting will take place on June 18 and the counting and result declaration will be completed the same day. The election process will conclude on June 20.

K.P. Krishnan appointed Chairman of Tamil Nadu Urban Development Board
Politics

K.P. Krishnan appointed Chairman of Tamil Nadu Urban Development Board

Former minister K.P. Krishnan has been appointed as the chairman of the Tamil Nadu government’s Urban Development Board, according to reports from Chennai. A native of Kuzhumani in Tiruchy district, Krishnan entered electoral politics with the AIADMK and won from Srirangam in 1991, serving as Agriculture Minister. He later floated a party named “Tamilar Bhoomi” and subsequently joined the DMDK. After returning to the AIADMK, he aligned with the O. Panneerselvam faction following the death of J. Jayalalithaa. In January, he joined the TVK in Mamallapuram in the presence of party leader Vijay and later contested the recent Assembly election from Lalgudi, where he was defeated.

Thailand scraps 60-day visa-free stay; Indians must get visa
General

Thailand scraps 60-day visa-free stay; Indians must get visa

Thailand has withdrawn the 60-day visa-free stay facility that had been available to visitors from several countries, including India, officials said in Bangkok. The scheme was introduced in July 2024 as part of efforts to boost tourism, extending visa-free entry for up to 60 days to travellers from India, Israel and Australia among others. Authorities said the facility was being misused by some foreign nationals, with cases linked to illegal business activities and drug trafficking. Citing national security, the government has now cancelled the extended visa-free stay option.

H-1B visa applications drop 38.5% in US; officials cite rule changes
General

H-1B visa applications drop 38.5% in US; officials cite rule changes

Washington: The number of applications for the US H-1B work visa has fallen by as much as 38.5% this year, according to the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). US officials said applications dropped from 3.44 lakh last year to 2.12 lakh in the current year. They stressed that the decline should not be read as reduced interest in working in the United States. Instead, officials attributed the fall to key rules introduced to curb visa-related irregularities. Under the updated approach, higher-paying, qualified roles are given priority.

Police complaint filed against DMK MP A Raja over social media post
Politics

Police complaint filed against DMK MP A Raja over social media post

A police complaint has been filed against DMK deputy general secretary and MP A Raja over an allegedly indecent and controversial social media post. According to the complaint, Velu Gubendran, state coordinator of the VCK’s Equality Lawyers Association, submitted a petition to the Mayiladuthurai DSP. He alleged that posts made on Facebook and X contained derogatory remarks about the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK), the Muslim League—described as an alliance partner—and the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, which he said is ruling Tamil Nadu.

Delhi govt warns of criminal action over banned animal sacrifice on Bakrid
Politics

Delhi govt warns of criminal action over banned animal sacrifice on Bakrid

With Bakrid set to be observed on May 28, the Delhi government has issued a warning that sacrificing cows, camels and other legally prohibited animals in the national capital is unlawful and will invite criminal action. In a statement, Delhi Development Minister Kapil Mishra urged people to celebrate the festival peacefully and follow the government’s guidelines. He said animal sacrifice is barred in public places such as streets, roads, residential areas and other open spaces where people gather.

Bengaluru stay top despite loss; Hyderabad finish third
Sports

Bengaluru stay top despite loss; Hyderabad finish third

Hyderabad posted a commanding total and defeated Bengaluru by 55 runs in their final league match at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium. Despite the defeat, Bengaluru retained the top spot on the points table on the strength of net run rate, while Hyderabad finished third. After both teams had already sealed playoff berths, Hyderabad captain Pat Cummins chose to bat after winning the toss. Openers Abhishek Sharma and Travis Head provided a rapid start, with Head striking early boundaries before departing for 26. Abhishek raced to a 20-ball fifty and was dismissed for 56 off 22 balls.

Supreme Court modifies order on NCERT ‘judiciary’ lesson controversy
Education

Supreme Court modifies order on NCERT ‘judiciary’ lesson controversy

New Delhi: The Supreme Court has modified its earlier order concerning three academics who assisted NCERT in preparing a controversial lesson related to the judiciary in a Class 8 social science textbook. The lesson, which discussed corruption at various levels of the judiciary, triggered a nationwide controversy in February. Taking suo motu cognisance, the Supreme Court heard the matter, after which NCERT apologised and withdrew the disputed content. In its March 11 order, the court had recorded that the three academics—Prof. Michael Danino, Suparna Diwakar and Alok Prasanna Kumar—had allegedly distorted facts with the intent of creating a negative image of the Indian judiciary among Class 8 students, and it noted a ban on their involvement in any educational work across the country.

Punjab Police arrest man for spying on Army movement near Pathankot
Crime

Punjab Police arrest man for spying on Army movement near Pathankot

Punjab Police have arrested a man accused of secretly monitoring Indian Army movement near Pathankot and sending the footage to Pakistan, officials said. According to police, a surveillance camera was found installed near a bridge in the Sujanpur area on a stretch of National Highway 44, a key route linking Pathankot with Jammu and Kashmir. The location is considered sensitive as Pathankot hosts major military infrastructure and serves as a transit point for troops and supplies.

Quad foreign ministers to meet in Delhi on May 26
Politics

Quad foreign ministers to meet in Delhi on May 26

New Delhi will host the Quad foreign ministers’ meeting on May 26, with discussions set to focus on the evolving situation in the Indo-Pacific region and the wider international political climate, including the impact of the war in West Asia. The Quad comprises India, the United States, Australia and Japan. The grouping works toward promoting peace, security and stability in the Indo-Pacific, and is widely seen as aimed at countering China’s growing influence in the region.

Modi warns Cabinet of economic and political crises in coming years
Politics

Modi warns Cabinet of economic and political crises in coming years

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reportedly cautioned Union ministers that India may have to face not only an economic crunch but also a political crisis in the coming years. The remarks were said to have been made at a Union Cabinet meeting in New Delhi after he returned from a five-day foreign tour. The meeting, which lasted about four-and-a-half hours, discussed the “extraordinary situation” arising from a fuel squeeze linked to the West Asia conflict. Modi is said to have asked all departments to be prepared and to respond to the situation with the same resolve shown during the COVID-19 period.

Railway Board directs AC installation in train drivers’ cabins
General

Railway Board directs AC installation in train drivers’ cabins

Chennai: The Railway Board has instructed all railway zones to take steps to provide air-conditioning in train drivers’ cabins, following concerns over rising summer heat. Railway sources said around 60,000 loco pilots work across the rail network, and the intense heat during peak summer can lead to physical fatigue while on duty. Railway unions had raised the demand last week, urging that AC facilities be installed and made fully functional in the driver cabins of all trains.

Criticism of women will invite arrest, says Minister Adhav Arjuna
Politics

Criticism of women will invite arrest, says Minister Adhav Arjuna

Chennai: Public Works Department Minister Adhav Arjuna has warned that derogatory criticism targeting women could lead to police action if complaints are filed. In an interview, the minister said decisions on post-election alliances are taken by respective party leaderships, and claimed no party has entered an alliance by accepting subservience to the DMK. He also alleged that despite forming a 36-member panel to review an electoral defeat, the DMK has not understood the reasons for its loss.

Madras HC: Mother needn’t take genetic test to donate kidney to son
Health

Madras HC: Mother needn’t take genetic test to donate kidney to son

The Madras High Court has ruled that a mother need not undergo genetic testing to prove maternity in order to donate a kidney to her son. The court directed the State’s organ transplant authorisation committee to grant approval for the transplant within a week. The case involved Rohit Kumar from Howrah, West Bengal, who was admitted to Apollo Hospital in Perungudi, Chennai, for a kidney transplant. His mother, Rita, came forward as the donor.

Action against police if TASMAC outlets stay open after 10:05 pm: DGP
Politics

Action against police if TASMAC outlets stay open after 10:05 pm: DGP

Chennai: Tamil Nadu Director General of Police (DGP) Sandeep Rai Rathod has directed that disciplinary action be initiated against the responsible Sub-Inspectors (SIs) and Inspectors if TASMAC retail outlets or drinking bars are found open at 10:05 pm. Police officials said TASMAC shops and bars are permitted to open at 12 noon and must close by 10 pm. However, complaints have been received that several outlets across the state do not shut at the prescribed time.

Karuppu becomes Suriya’s biggest grosser, nears Rs 200 crore
Entertainment

Karuppu becomes Suriya’s biggest grosser, nears Rs 200 crore

The Suriya-starrer “Karuppu” has reportedly emerged as the actor’s highest-grossing film to date. According to the update, the film’s total collections are nearing Rs 200 crore, marking a major milestone in Suriya’s box-office run. The report positions “Karuppu” as Suriya’s first film to approach the Rs 200 crore benchmark. No further details on the breakup of collections or official confirmation were provided in the source.

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