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“I didn’t even ask for a ministerial post,” says leader
Politics

“I didn’t even ask for a ministerial post,” says leader

A short video published by Dinamalar features a leader stating that they did not even ask for a ministerial post. The clip, presented in the platform’s Shorts/Reels format, contains the remark without additional context in the available source text. No further information—such as the speaker’s identity, the occasion, or the political background—was included in the provided material. The report is based solely on the brief video listing and accompanying headline shared by the source.

Shanmugam camp upset over no minister posts; Palaniswami side upbeat
Politics

Shanmugam camp upset over no minister posts; Palaniswami side upbeat

Chennai: A group of AIADMK dissident MLAs led by former ministers Shanmugam and Velumani has been left disappointed after they were not included in the cabinet of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) government led by Chief Minister Vijay. The development has, in turn, boosted the morale of AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami’s camp. In the Assembly election, the AIADMK won 47 seats and slipped to third place. The TVK emerged as the single largest party with 108 seats and formed the government with the support of the Congress, VCK and the Communist parties, according to the report.

Officials urge Tamil Nadu to work with Centre to retain investments
Business

Officials urge Tamil Nadu to work with Centre to retain investments

Industry department sources in Tamil Nadu have urged the state government to adopt a more cooperative approach with the Union government, arguing that perceptions of continued confrontation can deter investors and push projects to other states. The officials pointed out that Tamil Nadu has strong fundamentals—highway connectivity across districts, major ports such as Chennai, Ennore and Thoothukudi, and airports in Chennai, Tiruchirappalli, Madurai, Thoothukudi and Salem. They also cited the availability of engineering graduates and skilled workers, noting that the state leads the country in the share of women employed in factories, at 42%.

Call to end ‘recommendation’ appointments in TN criminal cases wing
Politics

Call to end ‘recommendation’ appointments in TN criminal cases wing

Madurai: Questions have been raised over whether the practice of “recommendation-based” appointments in Tamil Nadu’s criminal cases department will be brought to an end. The department’s lawyers, who provide legal advice in government-related cases, should be appointed only through the state public service commission, critics say. For years, posts such as Government Assistant Public Prosecutor, Assistant Criminal Prosecutor, Assistant Director, Deputy Director, Additional Director and Director were filled through commission-led selection, with promotions largely following seniority. This system, the report notes, continued up to the AIADMK period.

Namakkal gets four ministers as cabinet expands
Politics

Namakkal gets four ministers as cabinet expands

Namakkal district has secured representation from four ministers following the latest cabinet expansion, according to a report published on Thursday. In the first round of swearing-in, Arunraj from Tiruchengode was included in the initial list of ministers. During the subsequent expansion, Rasipuram’s Lokesh Tamilselvan and Kumarapalayam’s Vijayalakshmi were given ministerial berths. Avinashi MLA Kamali, identified as the daughter of Senthilnathan, Namakkal East district secretary of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, was also appointed.

Stalin rebukes A. Raja over controversial social media post
Politics

Stalin rebukes A. Raja over controversial social media post

DMK president M.K. Stalin has publicly cautioned party members to refrain from using harsh words that could hurt others, following a controversy triggered by DMK MP A. Raja’s social media post. A. Raja’s post, which referred to alliance parties VCK and IUML in the context of actor Vijay’s newly formed cabinet, sparked sharp criticism online. VCK also issued a rebuttal, and supporters of VCK and Muslim parties condemned the remarks.

TN CM Vijay to visit Delhi next week for first time after taking office
Politics

TN CM Vijay to visit Delhi next week for first time after taking office

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay is set to visit Delhi next week, marking his first trip to the national capital after assuming office. During the visit, he is expected to hold discussions with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other senior leaders. The report said it is customary for a newly sworn-in Chief Minister to meet the President, the Prime Minister and Union ministers in Delhi soon after a new government takes charge. The Vijay-led Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam government has received support from the Congress, Viduthalai Chiruthaigal, Left parties and the Muslim League.

Court fines Airbus, Air France Rs 720 crore over 2009 crash
General

Court fines Airbus, Air France Rs 720 crore over 2009 crash

A French appeals court in Paris has ordered Airbus and Air France to pay more than Rs 720 crore in fines in connection with a 2009 air crash that killed 288 people. The ruling comes 17 years after the accident. The crash involved an Airbus A330 operating from Rio de Janeiro to Paris. The companies had said the accident occurred after the aircraft’s speed-measuring sensors iced over and malfunctioned. In 2023, a lower court had ruled in favour of the two firms. Victims’ families challenged that decision before the appeals court.

Royapuram inspector moved to waiting list after wedding protest incident
Crime

Royapuram inspector moved to waiting list after wedding protest incident

A 33-year-old woman from Karnataka has alleged that she was pressured to convert her religion and was later deceived by the man she had been in a relationship with in Chennai. The issue has now led to departmental action against a police inspector following an incident at a wedding function. According to the complaint, the woman, Suganya, came to Chennai about 10 years ago and worked at a shop in a well-known commercial complex in Vadapalani. There she became acquainted with Syed Ibrahim (33) from Soolaimedu, who worked at another shop in the same complex, and the friendship later turned into a relationship.

Illegal infiltrators will be identified and deported: Amit Shah
Politics

Illegal infiltrators will be identified and deported: Amit Shah

Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday said the Centre would identify every person who has entered India illegally and deport them. He made the remarks while addressing an event of the Border Security Force (BSF) in Delhi. Shah alleged that illegal infiltration is being carried out with the intent of artificially altering population patterns. He said the government’s approach would be to trace each illegal immigrant and ensure their removal from the country.

DMK MP A Raja faces backlash over post seen as insulting women
Politics

DMK MP A Raja faces backlash over post seen as insulting women

DMK MP A Raja has come under fire after a social media post attributed to him was widely criticised as derogatory towards women. Leaders from multiple parties and groups issued statements condemning the language and the political messaging behind it. Tamil Nadu BJP vice-president Narayanan Thirupathi said Raja had used “low-grade words” while targeting the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) and the Muslim League, and later deleted the post. He questioned the silence of allies and asked how such remarks would have been viewed if made against Dalits or minority communities.

Kamal Haasan praises Modi as solar, wind power capacity rises
Politics

Kamal Haasan praises Modi as solar, wind power capacity rises

Actor Kamal Haasan has praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, saying India’s solar and wind energy capacity has increased significantly over the last decade. In a video message, Haasan said he was speaking as an Indian amid concerns over the impact of the Iran war. He pointed to rising oil prices and disruptions to sea trade routes, warning that costs are increasing for household energy needs, fertilisers used in agriculture, and fuel for factories and vehicles.

NIA: Pahalgam attack plot was hatched in Pakistan, chargesheet says
Crime

NIA: Pahalgam attack plot was hatched in Pakistan, chargesheet says

New Delhi: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has told a special court that the deadly attack on tourists in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam was part of a conspiracy planned in Pakistan, according to a chargesheet filed in the case. The incident occurred on April 22 last year in the Baisaran Valley area of Pahalgam, where three terrorists allegedly asked victims about their religion and opened fire, killing civilians and triggering nationwide shock.

CM Vijay tours Secretariat campus in battery car, visits St Mary’s
Politics

CM Vijay tours Secretariat campus in battery car, visits St Mary’s

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay on Thursday toured the Secretariat campus in Chennai using a battery-powered car. After stepping out of the Secretariat, he boarded the battery car and visited the historic St Mary’s Church within the complex. He also went to a museum located there. Officials from the Archaeology Department briefed the Chief Minister about the areas he visited. News of the tour drew many Secretariat employees to the spot, while members of the public gathered in the Fort area to see him.

AIADMK not split; EPS remains general secretary, says Velumani
Politics

AIADMK not split; EPS remains general secretary, says Velumani

AIADMK MLA S P Velumani on Thursday dismissed speculation of a split within the party, saying there were only “some differences of opinion” and that certain sections were trying to portray the party negatively. In his remarks, Velumani congratulated those who took oath in the TVK cabinet and rejected claims that his side had sought ministerial berths. He said the party had already explained why it extended support and insisted that no one from their camp had asked TVK for positions.

Govt targets error-free NEET re-exam on June 21: Dharmendra Pradhan
Education

Govt targets error-free NEET re-exam on June 21: Dharmendra Pradhan

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Thursday said the government has set a target to conduct the NEET re-examination scheduled for June 21 with “100%” accuracy and without errors. The re-test follows the cancellation of the NEET undergraduate medical entrance exam held on May 3, after allegations surfaced that the question paper had been leaked. The National Testing Agency has announced that the re-exam will be held on June 21.

SBI staff to strike May 25-26; banking services may be hit for 5 days
Business

SBI staff to strike May 25-26; banking services may be hit for 5 days

State Bank of India (SBI) employees have announced a two-day nationwide strike on May 25 and May 26, raising the possibility of extended disruption to banking services. In an official post on X, SBI said the All India Bharatiya State Bank Employees Federation has called for the strike. The bank added that it is making efforts to ensure essential services for customers at branches are provided without interruption. SBI advised customers to use ATMs and cash deposit machines for cash needs, and to contact customer service centres for assistance. It also urged customers to prioritise internet banking, YONO, mobile banking, UPI and other digital transactions.

Tamil Nadu transfers 6 IPS officers, including 4 district SPs
Politics

Tamil Nadu transfers 6 IPS officers, including 4 district SPs

The Tamil Nadu government has issued transfer orders for six IPS officers, including four district Superintendents of Police (SPs). The changes were announced in an order signed by Additional Chief Secretary Manivasan. As per the order, Senthilkumari has been posted as Inspector General of Police (IG), Traffic and Road Safety, Chennai. Dongre Praveen Umesh has been appointed as the SP of Tiruchirappalli. Shyamaladevi has been posted as SP of the unit handling prevention of crimes against women and children. Ashok Kumar has been transferred as the SP of Tenkasi.

Rajya Sabha bypoll on June 18 for vacant Tamil Nadu seat
Politics

Rajya Sabha bypoll on June 18 for vacant Tamil Nadu seat

A by-election to a vacant Rajya Sabha seat from Tamil Nadu will be held on June 18, following the resignation of former AIADMK minister C.V. Shanmugam. Shanmugam, who was serving as a Rajya Sabha MP, recently won the Tamil Nadu Assembly election from the Mayilam constituency in Villupuram district as an AIADMK candidate. After being elected to the Assembly, he had to step down from the Rajya Sabha. He submitted his resignation letter to Vice President and Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar, leading to the vacancy in the state’s Rajya Sabha representation.

TN BJP leaders urge top brass not to miss growth opportunity
Politics

TN BJP leaders urge top brass not to miss growth opportunity

Senior BJP leaders in Tamil Nadu have urged the party’s central leadership not to miss what they described as a key opportunity to strengthen the BJP in the state by consolidating Hindu votes. The appeal was made to BJP national organisation general secretary B L Santhosh. The push comes after the Assembly election in which the BJP contested 27 constituencies and won only in Ooty. Party sources said the organisation is now planning monthly meetings of state office-bearers and booth committee meetings, with designated in-charges to monitor the work.

Coalition government formed in Tamil Nadu under CM Vijay
Politics

Coalition government formed in Tamil Nadu under CM Vijay

Chennai: After decades without a coalition cabinet in the state, Tamil Nadu has now formed a coalition government under Chief Minister Vijay. On Wednesday, 23 ministers were sworn in, including two from the Congress party, while the Indian Union Muslim League and Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) are expected to get representation as well. Vijay, leader of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), took oath as Chief Minister on May 10 along with nine ministers. With the latest round of inductions, the cabinet has expanded further, and one minister each from the Muslim League and VCK is slated to take oath on Thursday.

Teachers seek changes to Tamil textbooks praising Karunanidhi
Education

Teachers seek changes to Tamil textbooks praising Karunanidhi

Teachers have called on the Thaweka government to revise Tamil-language textbooks used in Tamil Nadu’s school curriculum, citing lessons that they say contain extensive praise of former Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi. Under the state’s Samacheer Kalvi system, Tamil is a compulsory subject up to Class 10. Students studying under other boards such as CBSE are also required to use the state Tamil textbook and appear for examinations based on it. The books are prepared, printed and distributed by the Tamil Nadu Textbook and Educational Services Corporation.

VCK to join Thaveka-led Tamil Nadu cabinet, says Thirumavalavan
Politics

VCK to join Thaveka-led Tamil Nadu cabinet, says Thirumavalavan

Chennai: Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) will be included in the Thaveka-led Tamil Nadu cabinet, party president Thol. Thirumavalavan announced on Wednesday. Thaveka won the Assembly election, following which Vijay took charge as Chief Minister on May 10 along with a few ministers. The cabinet was expanded on Wednesday, with 23 more ministers taking oath. Amid questions over whether VCK would get a berth, Thirumavalavan confirmed the party’s inclusion and said Vanniarasu would be sworn in as a minister.

Chennai crash to 89-run loss vs Gujarat, playoff hopes end
Sports

Chennai crash to 89-run loss vs Gujarat, playoff hopes end

Chennai’s campaign ended in disappointment as they suffered an 89-run defeat to Gujarat in their final league match in Ahmedabad, a result that also ended their playoff hopes. After winning the toss, Chennai opted to bowl. Gujarat openers captain Gill and Sai Sudharsan put on a commanding start, adding 125 before Gill fell for 64 after a rapid half-century off 23 balls. Butler then continued the momentum with an aggressive knock.

Australia court fines X Rs 4.48 crore over online child safety rules
Technology

Australia court fines X Rs 4.48 crore over online child safety rules

An Australian court has imposed a fine of Rs 4.48 crore on social media platform X, owned by US entrepreneur Elon Musk, for violating the country’s online safety rules related to children. The case stems from a transparency notice issued in 2023 by Australia’s eSafety Commissioner to the company then known as Twitter. The notice sought a report detailing what measures were being taken to prevent child sexual abuse and exploitation on the platform.

Uniforms made mandatory in UP colleges, universities: Governor Patel
Education

Uniforms made mandatory in UP colleges, universities: Governor Patel

Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel has ordered that uniforms be made compulsory for students across all colleges and universities in the state, according to a statement issued by Raj Bhavan. The directive was discussed at a meeting of vice-chancellors chaired by Patel at Lok Bhavan. The statement said the move is aimed at fostering a sense of equality among students. It added that the order will apply to government and government-aided colleges affiliated with Jananayak Chandrashekhar University in Ballia.

India–Africa summit in Delhi postponed amid Ebola outbreak
Politics

India–Africa summit in Delhi postponed amid Ebola outbreak

The fourth India–Africa Forum Summit, scheduled to be held in New Delhi from May 28 to May 31, has been postponed indefinitely in view of the Ebola virus outbreak. The India–Africa Forum was set up to strengthen cooperation and ties with African nations. Previous summits under the framework were held in 2008, 2011 and 2015. After an 11-year gap, the next summit was planned in Delhi with discussions expected on boosting investments and collaboration in areas such as trade, health, technology and infrastructure.

Education Ministry orders monitoring of fake education social media pages
Education

Education Ministry orders monitoring of fake education social media pages

Chennai: The Union Education Ministry has directed education department officials to closely monitor fake education-related social media pages and groups that circulate unverified information, officials said. According to the directive, several accounts and channels operate using education department logos and claim to offer shortcuts such as “easy answers” and “likely exam questions”. Authorities say such content can distract students and affect studies, examinations, competitive exams and job preparation. The ministry also flagged the role of some individuals who present themselves as “education advisers” and allegedly mislead competitive exam aspirants, divert them in the wrong direction and extract money. Many such groups are said to be run by unidentified persons on Telegram and other platforms.

Drug Control Board bars beauty salons from using cosmetic injections
Health

Drug Control Board bars beauty salons from using cosmetic injections

New Delhi: The Central Drugs Control organisation has clarified that medicines administered through injections for aesthetic procedures do not fall under the definition of cosmetics, and beauticians are not permitted to use them. Across the country, beauty centres and clinics have seen a rise in injection-based aesthetic procedures marketed as “beauty treatments”, with social media advertising contributing to their growing popularity. In an order aimed at consumer safety and curbing misleading promotions and unauthorised practices by beauty centres and individuals, the regulator reiterated that cosmetics are products meant to be applied on the body by rubbing, pouring, sprinkling or spraying to beautify, cleanse, enhance attractiveness or alter appearance.

ICJ says ILO convention protects workers’ right to strike
General

ICJ says ILO convention protects workers’ right to strike

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague has issued an important advisory opinion stating that a core convention of the International Labour Organization (ILO) protects workers’ right to strike. The advisory opinion was sought in 2023 on whether the ILO convention, accepted by member states, provides legal protection for strike action by workers. After examining the matter, the ICJ delivered its view on Wednesday. The court noted that 188 countries have signed on to the ILO convention. It said the convention safeguards the right to strike, while also observing that each country’s legal provisions function within the framework of international trade agreements.