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Is Suriya trying to fill Vijay’s space in Tamil cinema?
Entertainment

Is Suriya trying to fill Vijay’s space in Tamil cinema?

A short video published by Dinamalar has sparked discussion around Tamil cinema’s top-tier star space, posing the question of whether actor Suriya is attempting to step into the position popularly associated with Thalapathy Vijay. The clip frames the topic as a point of speculation rather than a confirmed development, drawing attention to how audiences and media often compare leading actors during shifts in popularity and public visibility. The short also references Ajith Kumar in the broader context of the industry’s leading stars, indicating that the conversation is being placed within the larger landscape of Tamil cinema’s major fan bases.

Rs 1 crore loan aid for firms hit by West Asia war: report
Business

Rs 1 crore loan aid for firms hit by West Asia war: report

A video report published by Dinamalar says loan assistance of up to Rs 1 crore will be provided to companies impacted by the ongoing war in West Asia. The report indicates the support is aimed at businesses facing disruptions linked to the conflict. However, the available source snippet does not specify eligibility criteria, the lending agency, or the application process. No additional information on timelines, interest terms, or the number of beneficiaries was provided in the accessible content.

Manickam Tagore sworn in as TN Congress chief; Chidambaram, Karthi skip
Politics

Manickam Tagore sworn in as TN Congress chief; Chidambaram, Karthi skip

Manickam Tagore, the Virudhunagar MP appointed as the Tamil Nadu Congress Committee president, was sworn in at Sathyamurthy Bhavan in Chennai on Sunday. Former Union minister P Chidambaram and his son, MP Karthi Chidambaram, did not attend the event. Party sources said their absence was linked to displeasure over Tagore’s appointment. Amid the leadership change, Rajan, the state general secretary of the party’s farmers’ wing, resigned, citing protest over Karthi not being appointed as the state president.

TVK eyes by-elections in 12 seats to bolster Assembly majority
Politics

TVK eyes by-elections in 12 seats to bolster Assembly majority

Chennai: The ruling Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) is said to be working on a plan to hold by-elections in 12 Assembly constituencies, with the aim of securing a stronger majority in the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly. In the recent Assembly election, TVK won 108 seats and formed the government under Chief Minister Vijay. Vijay, who won from Tiruchy East and Chennai Perambur, later resigned as MLA from Tiruchy East. TVK’s Prabhakar took charge as Speaker, bringing the party’s effective strength in the House down to 106.

Nirmala Sitaraman asks TN BJP leaders why cadres backed Annamalai
Politics

Nirmala Sitaraman asks TN BJP leaders why cadres backed Annamalai

Chennai: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitaraman has sought an explanation from Tamil Nadu BJP functionaries on why several party office-bearers rallied behind former state president K Annamalai after he launched a new organisation. According to party sources, Annamalai quit the BJP after the Assembly election and announced a new platform called “We The Leader”. Following this, a number of state and district-level functionaries reportedly aligned with him. Among those named by sources are Tamil Nadu BJP vice-president Karu Nagarajan, state secretary Sumathi Venkatesan and former Coimbatore South district president Vasantharajan, along with other office-bearers who are said to have left the party to join Annamalai’s initiative.

India–US trade pact near finish line, says US envoy Sergio Gor
Business

India–US trade pact near finish line, says US envoy Sergio Gor

New Delhi: The long-awaited India–United States bilateral trade agreement is nearing completion, according to US envoy to India Sergio Gor. Speaking about the progress, Gor said the pact is intended to be beneficial for both sides and that most of the agreement has already been completed. He added that negotiators are working at full pace to finalise the remaining portions. Gor also said President Donald Trump is committed to building a partnership that serves both countries, and described India as holding a special place in the US President’s priorities. He said he looks forward to Trump visiting India again.

DMK treasurer TR Baalu withdraws defamation case against Annamalai
Politics

DMK treasurer TR Baalu withdraws defamation case against Annamalai

DMK treasurer and MP TR Baalu has withdrawn a defamation case he had filed against Annamalai at the Saidapet court in Chennai. The case stemmed from events in 2023, when Annamalai, while in the Tamil Nadu BJP, released asset details of several individuals under the title “DMK Files”. Following the release, Annamalai made various remarks to reporters about TR Baalu’s asset particulars. Citing those comments, TR Baalu approached the Saidapet court with a defamation complaint. During the proceedings, Annamalai appeared before the court and conducted a cross-examination of TR Baalu.

TN forms new State Curriculum & Textbook Committee; members listed
Education

TN forms new State Curriculum & Textbook Committee; members listed

The Tamil Nadu government has reconstituted the panels created earlier to revise the school curriculum and has formed a new body titled the State Curriculum and Textbook Development Committee. The committee will be headed by former ISRO scientist Mayilsamy Annadurai. Under the previous DMK government, two panels had been constituted: an expert committee led by Minister Mahesh, and a curriculum design committee led by environmental expert Dr Sultan Ahmed Ismail. It had been stated then that the curriculum prepared by the design committee would be finalised by the expert committee.

Calls grow to curb intrusive filming at Tamil cinema funerals
General

Calls grow to curb intrusive filming at Tamil cinema funerals

Concerns are mounting in Tamil Nadu over the way funeral rites and condolence visits of film personalities are being filmed and broadcast for social media. With cameras and mobile phones, some individuals record mourners and chase reactions, packaging grief into viral content. The report says such behaviour often ignores the privacy and emotional distress of families and visitors, and has reached an alarming level in recent times. Those coming to pay respects are left uncomfortable, while relatives of the deceased feel further distressed.

Politics has changed; parties must adapt or perish: Annamalai
Politics

Politics has changed; parties must adapt or perish: Annamalai

Chennai: Annamalai, founder of the organisation “We The Leaders”, said politics has changed and political parties must evolve accordingly, or risk facing decline. He argued that politics should not be reduced to a contest for power. Pointing to the passage of time, he said today’s leaders—including himself—would eventually be replaced by younger, more capable and more motivated people. Annamalai said his decision to leave the BJP was not taken out of personal ambition, but from a belief that Tamil Nadu needs a new political culture. He added that the decision was not sudden and that the thought had been forming for nearly two years.

Vaiko alleges commission, cutting and corruption during DMK rule
Politics

Vaiko alleges commission, cutting and corruption during DMK rule

Chennai: MDMK general secretary Vaiko on Monday alleged that “commission, cutting and corruption” prevailed during the DMK’s tenure. Speaking to reporters, Vaiko said public anger had peaked at the time and claimed commissions were collected even by quoting rates “per square foot”. He further said that such practices have been eliminated in the present administration. Vaiko also referred to his earlier association with the DMK-led alliance, saying it would have been improper to attack an alliance partner while remaining within the coalition. He said he chose not to speak then as a matter of alliance discipline.

Chennai airport seizure: Rs 15 crore cocaine found, Kenyan woman held
Crime

Chennai airport seizure: Rs 15 crore cocaine found, Kenyan woman held

Central Revenue Intelligence (DRI) officials seized cocaine worth about Rs 15 crore at Chennai International Airport and arrested a 35-year-old Kenyan woman, officials said. Based on a tip-off, a DRI special team kept watch on June 29 as an Ethiopian Airlines flight from Addis Ababa landed in Chennai. During passenger checks, officers grew suspicious of the woman, who had arrived on a tourist visa via Ethiopia. Officials said she gave inconsistent answers and later refused to cooperate during questioning at the customs office. A search of her belongings did not reveal anything suspicious.

Kader Moideen claims Stalin spoke of EPS as CM with DMK support
Politics

Kader Moideen claims Stalin spoke of EPS as CM with DMK support

Muslim League leader Kader Moideen has claimed that DMK president M.K. Stalin personally told him that Edappadi K. Palaniswami (EPS) could become Chief Minister with DMK support. Speaking about a series of meetings at Anna Arivalayam, Moideen said he and Abu Bakkar met DMK leaders as the political situation was escalating. He recalled that Stalin had earlier issued a statement urging the Governor to invite the side with the highest number of MLAs to form the government, which they welcomed publicly.

Minister Nirmal Kumar alleges DMK-AIADMK bid to form govt ‘by shortcuts’
Politics

Minister Nirmal Kumar alleges DMK-AIADMK bid to form govt ‘by shortcuts’

Minister Nirmal Kumar on Monday alleged that the DMK and AIADMK were continuing efforts to form a government through “shortcuts”, and said the developments were triggering exits from the two parties and new entrants into TAVEKA. Speaking to reporters at the Secretariat in Chennai, he claimed the DMK and AIADMK had earlier attempted to form a government with BJP support and had carried out “conspiracies” to prevent a TAVEKA-led government from taking shape.

Ex-AIADMK ministers Vijayabaskar duo to join TVK on July 2
Politics

Ex-AIADMK ministers Vijayabaskar duo to join TVK on July 2

Former AIADMK ministers C Vijayabaskar and MR Vijayabaskar are set to join Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) along with their supporters on July 2, according to reports. C Vijayabaskar, who served as Health Minister during the AIADMK government, had won again from the Viralimalai constituency. He recently resigned from his MLA post. MR Vijayabaskar, who served as Transport Minister in the AIADMK government, had won again from the Karur constituency. He resigned from his MLA post a day earlier.

Manickam Tagore teases Stalin: “Elections are coming—who will win?”
Politics

Manickam Tagore teases Stalin: “Elections are coming—who will win?”

Chennai: Tamil Nadu Congress Committee president Manickam Tagore on Monday took a swipe at DMK leader and Chief Minister M K Stalin, saying a series of elections are on the horizon and asking, “Elections are coming—who is going to win?” In an interview, Tagore said the Congress does not have multiple factions and claimed there is “only one team” for Rahul Gandhi. He added that the party would state its views without hesitation and respond firmly to criticism.

Finance Ministry panel clears ₹1.25 lakh crore for Semiconductor Mission 2.0
Technology

Finance Ministry panel clears ₹1.25 lakh crore for Semiconductor Mission 2.0

New Delhi: A Finance Ministry expenditure panel has cleared an outlay of ₹1.25 lakh crore for India’s Semiconductor Mission 2.0. The proposal is expected to be taken up by the Union Cabinet shortly. The central government said the mission aims to build a domestic semiconductor ecosystem and strengthen India’s capabilities across the semiconductor supply chain. Under the earlier India Semiconductor Mission 1, the Centre had earmarked ₹76,000 crore. This included ₹65,000 crore as incentives for chip manufacturing companies, ₹10,000 crore to modernise the semiconductor laboratory in Mohali, Punjab, and ₹1,000 crore to support chip design firms.

Hindu Munnani holds Thiruparankundram girivalam on Pournami
General

Hindu Munnani holds Thiruparankundram girivalam on Pournami

Hindu Munnani members undertook a girivalam (circumambulation) around Thiruparankundram hill on the occasion of Pournami, pressing for a lamp to be lit on the hilltop. The procession was attended by the organisation’s state president, Kadeshwara Subramaniam, according to the video report. Many women also joined the walk, carrying vel (spears) in their hands and bearing paal kudam (milk pots) as part of the religious observance. The event was held amid calls from participants to ensure the lighting of the deepam at Thiruparankundram hill.

Aavin denies reports of reduced milk supply in Chennai
Politics

Aavin denies reports of reduced milk supply in Chennai

Reports claiming that Aavin milk supply has been reduced in Chennai circulated widely, sparking public discussion. Several political leaders also criticised the alleged cut in supply, demanding clarity on the situation. In response, Aavin issued an official statement rejecting the claims and said the information being shared about a reduction in supply is not true. The clarification was released as the rumours continued to spread, with Aavin urging the public to rely on official updates.

Ramanathapuram girl case: Shocking background details emerge
Crime

Ramanathapuram girl case: Shocking background details emerge

A Dinamalar TV report has brought renewed focus to the Ramanathapuram girl case, describing it as a deeply disturbing incident and pointing to a “shocking background” behind the episode. The video alleges that the case involves a close family relationship and portrays the events as having unfolded at night, framing the details as emotionally distressing. The report has triggered strong reactions online, with the incident being discussed widely under crime-related tags and calls for justice.

Devotees say Siruvapuri Murugan helps fulfil dream of own home
General

Devotees say Siruvapuri Murugan helps fulfil dream of own home

A short video published by Dinamalar draws attention to a popular devotional belief linked to Siruvapuri Murugan. According to the clip, devotees say that remembering and praying to the deity is believed to help fulfil the wish of owning a home. The video presents the idea as a faith-based assurance shared among worshippers, reflecting the temple’s place in everyday hopes and prayers. No additional details were provided in the source about specific rituals, timelines, or individual experiences.

Vijay can win in all 234 seats without alliance: MDMK
Politics

Vijay can win in all 234 seats without alliance: MDMK

In a video segment published by Dinamalar, MDMK leader Vaiko made a strong claim about actor-turned-politician Vijay’s electoral prospects in Tamil Nadu. Vaiko said Vijay could win in all 234 Assembly constituencies even if he contests without forming an alliance. The remark comes amid continued public discussion on how new political entrants may approach seat-sharing and coalition strategies in the state. Dinamalar carried the comments as part of its short-format video content, highlighting the statement as a notable political observation.

CM Vijay tells IAS, IPS officers to act without bias in TN
Politics

CM Vijay tells IAS, IPS officers to act without bias in TN

Chennai: Chief Minister Vijay has instructed IAS and IPS officers in Tamil Nadu to act without bias and to keep politics out of efforts to curb the drug culture. He said action should be taken without hesitation against offenders, even if they are linked to his party. The Chief Minister made the remarks while addressing a two-day conference of district collectors, police superintendents and senior forest department officials at the Namakkal Kavignar Maligai in the Secretariat complex. The meeting began with the Tamil Thai Vazhthu and ran until early afternoon on the first day.

DMK weighs dropping anti-Hindu plank after minority vote shift
Politics

DMK weighs dropping anti-Hindu plank after minority vote shift

DMK’s top leadership is reportedly holding discussions on whether the party should move away from what is described as an anti-Hindu political line, amid claims that minority votes have shifted toward the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK). According to party sources cited in the report, DMK—rooted in the Dravidian movement—had long benefited electorally from a posture critical of Hindu religion, helping it consolidate minority support. The report recalls that even when DMK allied with the BJP in the 1999 Lok Sabha election and lost a portion of minority votes, it did not face major damage then.

Lt Gen Gopalan Muralitharan receives Ati Vishisht Seva Medal
General

Lt Gen Gopalan Muralitharan receives Ati Vishisht Seva Medal

President Droupadi Murmu on June 29 presented the Ati Vishisht Seva Medal (AVSM) to Lieutenant General Gopalan Muralitharan at a special service awards ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The President’s service decorations are among India’s highest national honours for uniformed personnel, recognising distinguished service and acts of courage across the armed forces and police. Lt Gen Muralitharan serves in the Indian Army’s medical branch. The AVSM was conferred on him for his notable service.

Trump says Iran sought talks; US-Iran meeting set in Doha
Politics

Trump says Iran sought talks; US-Iran meeting set in Doha

US President Donald Trump has confirmed that the United States and Iran will hold talks in Doha, Qatar, on June 30. In a social media post, Trump said the meeting was requested by Iran. The announcement comes after a recently signed 14-point interim peace agreement between the two countries. Following the deal, Iran had agreed to allow international commercial shipping to move through the Strait of Hormuz. Two days ago, the International Maritime Organization, with support from the US Navy, said it would expand the shipping corridor in the Strait of Hormuz near Oman to facilitate vessel movement.

Tender for 60,000 tyres for TN govt buses abruptly cancelled
General

Tender for 60,000 tyres for TN govt buses abruptly cancelled

Chennai: The Tamil Nadu government has cancelled a tender floated to procure 60,000 tyres for state-run transport corporations, in a move that comes amid a series of procurement rollbacks. Earlier, tenders to purchase 500 new buses for state transport corporations and 300 AC mini-buses for the Metropolitan Transport Corporation had also been cancelled. The tyre procurement tender has now been withdrawn as well. Tamil Nadu operates 20,508 buses daily through eight state transport corporations. Spare parts such as tyres and gearboxes were typically procured once every six months, with tyre requirements alone running up to about 8,000 units per month.

Sridhar Vembu calls for end to irregularities in teacher hiring
Education

Sridhar Vembu calls for end to irregularities in teacher hiring

Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu has called for putting an end to irregularities in the appointment of teachers in Tamil Nadu’s government schools. In a statement, he said around 50% of students in the state study in government schools this year, but the number is steadily falling because the condition of many government schools is poor. He added that even low-income parents are taking loans to admit their children in private schools.

Centre weighs plan to raise Lok Sabha seats by 50% in all states
Politics

Centre weighs plan to raise Lok Sabha seats by 50% in all states

New Delhi: The Union government is considering multiple formulations to increase the number of Lok Sabha constituencies by 50% in every state, according to officials cited in reports. The issue gained attention after a recent special session of Parliament in which the Centre introduced three bills, including a constitutional amendment linked to implementing 33% reservation for women in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies from 2029, and a proposal to expand the Lok Sabha from 543 to 850 seats.

Hindu Munnani says TVK govt ignoring law in Thiruparankundram lamp row
Politics

Hindu Munnani says TVK govt ignoring law in Thiruparankundram lamp row

Hindu Munnani has accused the ruling TVK government of failing to respect the law in the long-running dispute over lighting the Karthigai Deepam on the lamp pillar atop Thiruparankundram hill. Speaking during a girivalam in Thiruparankundram, leader Kadeswara Subramaniam said the organisation has been pressing for the ritual for about four decades. He recalled that former state president Rajagopal was murdered and said a person named Poorana Chandran had recently died by suicide in connection with the issue.

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