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22 Tamil Nadu departments still without ministers, budget work delayed
Politics

22 Tamil Nadu departments still without ministers, budget work delayed

Chennai: Budget preparation for Tamil Nadu’s 2026-27 financial year has been hit by delays as ministers are yet to be appointed for 22 departments, according to sources in the Finance Department. The Assembly election was held on April 23, after the model code of conduct came into force with the poll announcement in March. An interim budget had been presented on February 17. Following the election, the DMK lost and the TVK formed the government. Chief Minister Vijay and nine ministers took oath on May 10, and portfolios were allotted to them recently.

WHO declares Ebola outbreak in Congo, Uganda a health emergency
Health

WHO declares Ebola outbreak in Congo, Uganda a health emergency

Ebola infections are spreading rapidly in the African nations of Congo and Uganda, raising alarm among health authorities. More than 300 people are suspected to have been affected so far, and 88 deaths have been reported. In response, World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has declared the outbreak a Public Health Emergency of International Concern. Health officials note that Ebola can spread quickly from person to person through bodily fluids such as vomit, blood or semen. The disease is often fatal, and the report said there are no approved treatments or vaccines.

Bangladesh says new Ganga water pact will shape ties with India
Politics

Bangladesh says new Ganga water pact will shape ties with India

Dhaka has signalled that its future relationship with India will hinge on a new agreement to share Ganga river water, as the existing 30-year pact approaches its end. The current treaty was signed in 1996 in the presence of then Indian Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda and former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. With the agreement set to expire this year, Bangladesh has been pressing for a fresh, long-term arrangement.

Special Component Plan: Then and Now, and What Tamil Nadu Must Fix
Politics

Special Component Plan: Then and Now, and What Tamil Nadu Must Fix

Dr B. Sivagami, a retired IAS officer, has revisited the origins and present-day functioning of the Special Component Plan, linking its core idea to Dr B.R. Ambedkar’s 1940s vision of “state socialism” and the belief that land ownership is central to genuine social liberation. She notes that the Union government formally introduced the plan during the Sixth Five-Year Plan (1979–80) after earlier planning failed to deliver adequate benefits to Dalit communities. The key principle was that states should earmark funds in proportion to the Scheduled Caste population, through both direct schemes that deliver benefits to individuals and indirect schemes that secure their share in general programmes.

CM Vijay cancels Kerala trip; plans Delhi visit next week
Politics

CM Vijay cancels Kerala trip; plans Delhi visit next week

Chennai: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay has cancelled his planned trip to Kerala, according to information that emerged on Sunday. Vijay had been invited to attend the swearing-in ceremony of Kerala’s new Chief Minister Satheesan in Thiruvananthapuram. The event is scheduled to be administered by Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Arlekar, with several Congress national leaders expected to participate. The Chief Minister was earlier set to fly to Thiruvananthapuram on a special aircraft on Sunday morning. However, the visit was abruptly called off.

Chennai Police Commissioner orders TASMAC shops to shut before 10 pm
General

Chennai Police Commissioner orders TASMAC shops to shut before 10 pm

Chennai Police Commissioner has issued an order directing that TASMAC and Elite TASMAC liquor outlets in the city must be closed by 10 pm. The directive follows an earlier instruction to shut liquor shops located within 500 metres of places of worship, educational institutions and bus stands. Based on this, 717 outlets were identified as causing inconvenience to the public, and orders have been issued to close them. In the latest order sent to all police stations, the Commissioner specified operating hours for different categories of outlets. While TASMAC and Elite TASMAC shops must shut by 10 pm, F2 shops are to close by 10 pm and F3 shops by 12 midnight.

Hindustan Copper Ltd plans entry into Chile
Business

Hindustan Copper Ltd plans entry into Chile

Hindustan Copper Ltd (HCL) is preparing to set foot in Chile, according to a Dinamalar TV business report. The report indicates the company is looking to establish a presence in the South American nation, signalling an overseas move for the state-run copper producer. No further details were provided in the video listing regarding the scale of operations, timelines, or the nature of the proposed activities. The development was featured by Dinamalar TV on May 17, 2026 under its general/business news coverage.

Fire breaks out on Thiruvananthapuram–Delhi Rajdhani Express
General

Fire breaks out on Thiruvananthapuram–Delhi Rajdhani Express

A major fire was reported on the Thiruvananthapuram–Delhi Rajdhani Express, according to a video report published on May 17, 2026. The source described the incident as a “severe fire” on the train, but did not specify the location on the route, the coach affected, or the cause. No official information on casualties, injuries, or evacuation was included in the available material. Authorities and railway officials have not been quoted in the source, and further updates are awaited as more verified details emerge.

TNAU scientist highlights benefits, income from ornamental trees
Environment

TNAU scientist highlights benefits, income from ornamental trees

A scientist from the Coimbatore-based Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU) has explained the environmental and financial advantages of growing ornamental trees. According to the expert, trees play a key role in reducing global warming and offer multiple health benefits. They also help protect the environment in broader ways. Beyond ecological value, trees contribute by providing materials linked to food needs. The scientist noted that ornamental trees that produce attractive flowers can additionally create economic gains.

Devotees join 1008 Kalasa Theerthabhishekam Shiva worship
General

Devotees join 1008 Kalasa Theerthabhishekam Shiva worship

Devotees participated in a Shiva worship programme that included a 1008 kalasa theerthabhishekam, according to a short video published by Dinamalar. The event highlighted traditional temple rituals, with worshippers gathering to take part in the special abhishekam ceremony. Further details such as the temple location, date and organisers were not provided in the available source content.

Aarthi’s mother Sujatha levels sensational allegation against Ravi Mohan
General

Aarthi’s mother Sujatha levels sensational allegation against Ravi Mohan

A video report published by Dinamalar states that Sujatha, the mother of Aarthi, has made a sensational allegation against Ravi Mohan. The short-format clip is presented under the outlet’s “Shorts/Reels” section, indicating the claim was shared as a brief video update. However, the provided source text does not include the nature of the allegation, supporting details, or any response from Ravi Mohan. As more verified information emerges from the original report, further updates can clarify the context and specifics of the claim.

Animal Husbandry Assistants seek promotions, cite no career growth
General

Animal Husbandry Assistants seek promotions, cite no career growth

Madurai: Tamil Nadu Animal Husbandry Assistants have appealed for a promotion pathway, saying many employees remain in the same designation from the time they join service until retirement. In a representation submitted to Chief Minister Vijay, the state association said staff work across veterinary dispensaries and hospitals alongside assistant doctors, doctors, inspectors and assistants. They claimed those who join as Animal Husbandry Assistants around the age of 20 often retire at 60 without any change in rank.

Rangasamy’s cabinet move puts BJP under pressure in NDA talks
Politics

Rangasamy’s cabinet move puts BJP under pressure in NDA talks

In the recently concluded Assembly election, the NDA partners secured seats with NR Congress winning 12 and the BJP 4, while the AIADMK and the LJP won one seat each. Following the results, the BJP has been pressing Chief Minister N. Rangasamy to continue the earlier arrangement of two minister posts and the Speaker’s post—three key positions in total. Separately, LJP leader Charles Martin has also been pushing for a ministerial berth.

Trump’s ‘Calm Before the Storm’ post fuels Iran strike speculation
Politics

Trump’s ‘Calm Before the Storm’ post fuels Iran strike speculation

Washington: As reports suggest the United States is considering renewed military action against Iran, US President Donald Trump has triggered fresh speculation with a cryptic social media post. The backdrop is the ongoing conflict involving the US and Israel against Iran over its nuclear programme. A temporary ceasefire has been put in place to facilitate peace talks, but negotiations remain stalled as both sides continue to set conditions and reject each other’s demands.

Sengottaiyan blames EPS for AIADMK’s weakened state
Politics

Sengottaiyan blames EPS for AIADMK’s weakened state

Sharp criticism at Coimbatore airport Former AIADMK minister Sengottaiyan on Saturday launched a strong attack on AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami (EPS), saying the party founded by MGR and led by Jayalalithaa has weakened under his leadership. Speaking to reporters at Coimbatore airport, Sengottaiyan said a person who believes “I alone am enough” will eventually be shown otherwise by time. He alleged that EPS has been functioning with a one-man mindset and said the situation would inevitably change.

Case filed in Kerala over posters targeting Rahul, Priyanka in Wayanad
Politics

Case filed in Kerala over posters targeting Rahul, Priyanka in Wayanad

Kerala Police have registered a case after posters were pasted in and around a Congress office in Wayanad, alleging that Rahul Gandhi and his sister Priyanka Gandhi had “forgotten” the constituency. Rahul Gandhi had contested the last Lok Sabha election from Amethi in Uttar Pradesh and Wayanad in Kerala, winning both seats. He later resigned from Wayanad, following which Priyanka Gandhi contested the bypoll and won. The posters surfaced as political attention in the state focused on the formation of the new government after the recently concluded Kerala Assembly election, in which the Congress emerged victorious. Senior leader V.D. Satheesan has been chosen as Chief Minister and is set to take oath today, while efforts by Rahul Gandhi’s close aide K.C. Venugopal to secure the top post did not succeed.

Kamal says CM Vijay should be given six months to prove himself
Politics

Kamal says CM Vijay should be given six months to prove himself

Actor Kamal Haasan on Saturday said Chief Minister Vijay should be given at least six months before drawing conclusions about his performance. He made the remarks while speaking to reporters at Madurai airport. Kamal said it is unrealistic to assess a government in just a few days, adding that many newcomers have entered public life and should neither be underestimated nor burdened with excessive expectations. He noted that in independent India’s early days too, many ministers were first-timers.

Writer So Tharman blames officials for DMK’s defeat, not Stalin
Politics

Writer So Tharman blames officials for DMK’s defeat, not Stalin

Chennai: Sahitya Akademi award-winning writer So Tharman has said the DMK’s electoral defeat should not be seen as Chief Minister M.K. Stalin’s administrative failure, but as the outcome of mistakes by officials and people close to him. In a social media post, he noted that the DMK has formed a 38-member committee to study the reasons for the defeat. He also pointed to Stalin’s statement taking full responsibility as party leader, calling it a mark of leadership.

India tells UN targeting merchant ships in Hormuz is unacceptable
Politics

India tells UN targeting merchant ships in Hormuz is unacceptable

India has condemned the targeting of merchant ships in the Strait of Hormuz, calling such actions unacceptable at a special meeting of the United Nations in New York. India’s UN envoy Parvathaneni Harish said that attacks on commercial vessels, threats to civilians and crew, and any obstruction to freedom of navigation cannot be accepted. The remarks come as the Strait of Hormuz—crucial for global crude oil movement—has been disrupted amid the ongoing US-Israel war against Iran. The disruption has pushed crude prices sharply higher in global markets.

Narayanasamy alleges Rs 100 crore deal for Puducherry minister post
Politics

Narayanasamy alleges Rs 100 crore deal for Puducherry minister post

Former Puducherry Chief Minister V Narayanasamy has alleged that a monetary “deal” is being discussed for securing ministerial berths in the Union Territory, claiming the bargaining has reached Rs 100 crore. Speaking to reporters, Narayanasamy said the swearing-in of ministers in Puducherry is being delayed because of negotiations over money. He claimed an earlier demand of Rs 50 crore did not materialise, and that talks are now said to be in the range of Rs 100 crore to Rs 150 crore.

Next James Bond actor not finalised; Amazon MGM to announce soon
Entertainment

Next James Bond actor not finalised; Amazon MGM to announce soon

Amazon MGM Studios has said it has not yet finalised who will play James Bond in the next film, adding that the casting process is currently in progress. The 007 character, created by British novelist Ian Fleming, has remained a global pop-culture icon across novels, films, comics and video games. The first Bond film, Dr. No, released in 1962, featured Sean Connery in the lead role. Over the decades, the role has been played by George Lazenby, Roger Moore, Timothy Dalton, Pierce Brosnan and Daniel Craig. The most recent Bond film was released in 2021 with Craig as the spy.

Rajinikanth denies political motive behind meeting Stalin
Politics

Rajinikanth denies political motive behind meeting Stalin

Actor Rajinikanth on Saturday addressed criticism over his recent meeting with DMK leader M.K. Stalin, saying the visit was purely personal and not politically motivated. Speaking to reporters at his Poes Garden residence in Chennai, Rajinikanth said social media and political circles had been circulating claims after the election results. He added that if such allegations are left unanswered, they could be mistaken for truth. Rajinikanth said he met Stalin soon after the results because they have been friends for around 40 years and their relationship is beyond politics. While defeat and victory are normal in a democracy, he said he felt uncomfortable about Stalin’s loss and visited him as a friend.

Debt row: Thangam Thennarasu slams minister’s ₹10.50 lakh crore claim
Politics

Debt row: Thangam Thennarasu slams minister’s ₹10.50 lakh crore claim

Former Tamil Nadu finance minister Thangam Thennarasu has criticised newly appointed Industry Minister Keerthana over her remarks on the state’s debt, calling them factually incorrect and lacking basic understanding of public finance. Speaking to reporters in Virudhunagar, the minister had alleged that the previous government left behind a debt of ₹10.50 lakh crore. She also said projects would be taken up only after a complete review of the debt position.

Tensions rise after drone hits Abu Dhabi’s Barakah nuclear plant
General

Tensions rise after drone hits Abu Dhabi’s Barakah nuclear plant

Tensions have risen in Abu Dhabi after a drone attack targeted the Barakah nuclear power plant. The incident comes amid a fragile pause in fighting linked to the wider US–Israel conflict with Iran over its nuclear programme. According to officials, the drone hit an outer wall of the facility, triggering a fire at the site. Emergency response teams brought the situation under control. Authorities said no one was injured and that there was no radiation release. They added that the nuclear power plant continues to operate as usual.

Speaker says AIADMK MLA dispute will be decided at the right time
Politics

Speaker says AIADMK MLA dispute will be decided at the right time

Assembly Speaker J.C.D. Prabhakar on Friday inspected parts of the Thousand Lights constituency in Chennai, including Avvai Shanmugam Salai and S.S. Puram. Speaking to reporters, he said the constituency has many pending works and several civic issues. He added that a temporary road would be laid within a month. He also said necessary facilities would be arranged in sports grounds and that public welfare associations would be brought together to help address residents’ grievances.

Palaniswami urges AIADMK cadres not to sign for general council meet
Politics

Palaniswami urges AIADMK cadres not to sign for general council meet

Chennai: AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami has appealed to party functionaries not to sign any documents seeking to convene the party’s general council. The development comes after the party’s setback in the Assembly elections, following which former ministers S P Velumani and C V Shanmugam led a group of 25 MLAs to extend support to the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam government. Palaniswami is said to have the backing of 22 MLAs, deepening the split within the AIADMK.

BJP leadership asks Tamil Nadu unit to hold monthly executive meetings
Politics

BJP leadership asks Tamil Nadu unit to hold monthly executive meetings

Chennai: The BJP leadership has instructed its Tamil Nadu unit to conduct monthly meetings at every level—from the state executive to booth committees—to ensure party-building work is carried out in a structured manner. The direction comes in the backdrop of the recent Tamil Nadu Assembly election outcome, where the BJP, part of the AIADMK-led NDA, contested 27 constituencies and won only in Ooty. The result has reportedly left party workers demoralised.

Portfolios allotted to newly sworn-in Tamil Nadu ministers
Politics

Portfolios allotted to newly sworn-in Tamil Nadu ministers

Chennai: The Tamil Nadu government has officially allotted portfolios to the nine ministers who took oath along with Chief Minister Vijay, with the Governor’s office issuing the notification. The report said the Chief Minister has retained seven departments, including Home and Municipal Administration. It also noted that the Municipal Administration portfolio, which earlier had a separate minister, has now been placed under the Chief Minister for the first time. Minister Sengottaiyan has been assigned the Finance portfolio, according to the announcement.

Modi urges austerity to ease forex strain amid global turmoil
Politics

Modi urges austerity to ease forex strain amid global turmoil

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has appealed for strict austerity measures to shield India from a wider economic squeeze linked to the war situation in West Asia. He urged citizens and institutions to adopt steps that can reduce pressure on foreign exchange and limit avoidable imports. In his message, Modi highlighted cutting fuel consumption, using public transport and electric vehicles, and encouraging work-from-home practices where feasible. He also asked people to postpone gold purchases and reduce cooking oil usage as part of voluntary self-restraint.

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