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Five-state Assembly polls: Will SIR voter roll revision shift results?
Politics

Five-state Assembly polls: Will SIR voter roll revision shift results?

Political parties have been preparing for months for Assembly elections in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam, West Bengal and the Union Territory of Puducherry. The Election Commission has now announced the polling schedule and the date for counting. According to the schedule, Tamil Nadu votes on April 23. Assam, Kerala and Puducherry go to the polls in a single phase on April 9, while West Bengal will vote in two phases on April 23 and April 29. Votes will be counted on May 4.

NR Congress picks candidates by ‘lemon’ ritual in Puducherry
Politics

NR Congress picks candidates by ‘lemon’ ritual in Puducherry

Candidate selection in elections usually follows a familiar route—applications, interviews and internal lists. But in Puducherry’s NR Congress, a different method is said to be in practice, with no formal applications received so far and no interviews conducted. According to the report, aspirants arrive with completed nomination papers and wait at the Appa Paithiyam Swamy temple located near Chief Minister N Rangasamy’s residence. They hand over the nomination-related request to him while he is at the temple.

Writer warns ‘poverty mindset’ is holding Tamil Nadu back
Politics

Writer warns ‘poverty mindset’ is holding Tamil Nadu back

Tamil writer Araathu has criticised what he calls a growing “poverty mindset” in Tamil Nadu, arguing that political claims of rapid economic progress clash with election promises centred on cash benefits. He defines the mindset as a willingness to queue up for government handouts regardless of one’s income or assets, and says parties have normalised this through years of “poverty politics”. According to him, this has also made vote-buying talk socially acceptable, with parties and voters openly treating money as part of the electoral exchange.

Union ministers to meet Dalit, Muslim representatives in Tamil Nadu
Politics

Union ministers to meet Dalit, Muslim representatives in Tamil Nadu

Union ministers are expected to meet Dalit and Muslim representatives in Tamil Nadu, following a recent interaction with Christian priests and pastors in Chennai, according to BJP sources. The sources alleged that the DMK and its allies have been spreading what they called false propaganda portraying the BJP as a communal party and as being against Christians, Muslims and Dalits. They said the Union government under Prime Minister Narendra Modi has implemented multiple schemes aimed at benefiting all sections of society.

DMK cadres seek Papanasam seat, citing 55 years without direct win
Politics

DMK cadres seek Papanasam seat, citing 55 years without direct win

DMK functionaries in Thanjavur district’s Papanasam Assembly constituency have urged the party leadership to allot the seat to the DMK for the upcoming election. They argue that the party has not secured a direct victory in the constituency for decades. In the 2021 Assembly election, Manithaneya Makkal Katchi (MMK) leader Jawahirullah, a DMK alliance partner, contested from Papanasam on the DMK’s “Rising Sun” symbol and won. He is now seeking the same constituency again, but local DMK members say the party itself should field a candidate this time.

Sarathkumar says BJP role needed to work; hints at reviving his party
Politics

Sarathkumar says BJP role needed to work; hints at reviving his party

Actor-politician R. Sarathkumar on Sunday expressed dissatisfaction over not being given a position in the BJP, saying he can work effectively only if he holds a post. He made the remarks after a meeting with his supporters in T. Nagar, Chennai. Sarathkumar had merged his Samathuva Makkal Katchi with the BJP in 2024. His wife, actor Radhika, contested the 2024 Lok Sabha election from Virudhunagar and lost. Sarathkumar is currently a member of the BJP national general council.

Trump gives Iran 48-hour ultimatum to reopen Strait of Hormuz
Politics

Trump gives Iran 48-hour ultimatum to reopen Strait of Hormuz

Washington: US President Donald Trump has issued a fresh public warning to Iran, saying it must reopen the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours or face attacks targeting key electricity generation facilities. The warning comes amid escalating conflict after the US and Israel launched military action against Iran last month on the 28th, in which Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei was killed. Iran has since carried out retaliatory strikes aimed at Israel and US military bases in West Asia.

Readers allege bribes at Gomangalam sub-registrar office in Tiruppur
Crime

Readers allege bribes at Gomangalam sub-registrar office in Tiruppur

Two readers from Tiruppur district’s Udumalai taluk have alleged that they were forced to pay bribes to complete document registration at the Gomangalam sub-registrar office. The complaints were shared as part of a weekly reader-feedback series highlighting alleged corruption. In the first account, a resident of Anikkadavu–Ramachandrapuram village said he approached the office in 2025 to execute a sale deed for his land. He alleged that a woman sub-registrar refused to proceed citing “various reasons” and demanded Rs 4 lakh as a bribe.

US plans gold coin with Trump image for 250th Independence Day
Politics

US plans gold coin with Trump image for 250th Independence Day

Washington: As the United States prepares to mark the 250th anniversary of its Independence Day, the White House is planning large-scale celebrations for July 4. To coordinate the event, a special committee has been formed. Officials said the commemorations are intended to highlight the country’s progress over 250 years, its democratic values and goals for the future. The US Commission of Fine Arts has approved the release of special commemorative coins and postage stamps to mark the milestone. Once final specifications are set, the coin will be minted.

TVK quits DMK alliance; Velmurugan cites unmet demands, makes Maoist remark
Politics

TVK quits DMK alliance; Velmurugan cites unmet demands, makes Maoist remark

Tamilaga Vazhvurimai Katchi (TVK) leader Velmurugan on Sunday announced that his party has withdrawn from the DMK-led alliance in Tamil Nadu. Speaking to reporters in Chennai, Velmurugan said TVK functions with a “political leadership group” that includes the Tamil Nadu Liberation Army, Maoist organisations and the Tamil Nadu Recovery Force, and therefore he cannot take decisions unilaterally. He said his party had extended support to the DMK on the basis of a minimum common programme, but alleged that when TVK sought implementation, the DMK responded in a dismissive manner. He also claimed there was no action on implementing 10.5% reservation for Vanniyars and on conducting a caste-based census, blaming what he described as upper-caste, RSS-ideology officials influencing the Chief Minister.

Trump gives Iran 48 hours to reopen Strait of Hormuz
Politics

Trump gives Iran 48 hours to reopen Strait of Hormuz

Washington: US President Donald Trump has issued a 48-hour ultimatum to Iran, demanding that the Strait of Hormuz be fully reopened without any threat or disruption. In a public post, Trump warned that if Iran fails to comply within the deadline, the United States would strike and destroy multiple Iranian power stations, adding that the largest facility would be targeted first. The warning comes as the conflict involving the US and Israel against Iran has continued for more than 20 days. Iran, in its response, has blocked the Strait of Hormuz, a key international route for oil shipments.

DMK uneasy as allies seek 6 of 10 Coimbatore seats; intel report offers relief
Politics

DMK uneasy as allies seek 6 of 10 Coimbatore seats; intel report offers relief

Coimbatore: With 10 Assembly constituencies in Coimbatore district, DMK functionaries have expressed discomfort over alliance partners seeking as many as six seats. However, party circles say an intelligence report has indicated that allocating more seats to allies may not yield the expected level of electoral success, offering some reassurance to DMK cadres. In the previous election, the DMK failed to secure victory in any of the 10 constituencies in the district. This time, the party is aiming to win across the board, and its campaign planning in the Kongu region is being led by Senthil Balaji, who has been assigned responsibility for 39 constituencies.

Gold bars worth Rs 4.51 crore seized at Sivaganga flying squad check
Crime

Gold bars worth Rs 4.51 crore seized at Sivaganga flying squad check

Gold bars valued at Rs 4.51 crore were seized during a vehicle inspection at the SS Kottai check-post in Sivaganga district early on March 22. With the election model code of conduct in force, the election flying squad was conducting checks in the Tiruppathur Assembly constituency limits. The inspection was led by Balamurugan, BDO of Kallal, as part of the static surveillance team. Officials found the gold bars being transported in a car without proper documents and seized the consignment.

Puducherry INDIA alliance talks stall as Congress skips meeting
Politics

Puducherry INDIA alliance talks stall as Congress skips meeting

Seat-sharing talks within the INDIA alliance in Puducherry hit a fresh snag after Congress representatives failed to attend a scheduled meeting with the DMK. According to the report, the DMK’s negotiation team, including Puducherry election in-charge Jagathrakshakan and state organisers Siva, Nazim and MLA Sampath, waited from 10 am at a hotel in Puducherry for discussions to begin. Congress leaders, expected to arrive under the leadership of AICC in-charge Girish Chodankar, did not show up even after the DMK team waited until late evening. The DMK delegation reportedly left the venue in frustration.

THAVAKA quits DMK alliance; CSK ‘ROAR 26’ reunion and key events today
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THAVAKA quits DMK alliance; CSK ‘ROAR 26’ reunion and key events today

Several political, religious and sports events are lined up across Tamil Nadu and abroad on Saturday, March 22. In a key political development ahead of the 2026 Assembly election, Tamilaga Vaazhvurimai Katchi (THAVAKA) president Velmurugan met reporters and officially announced that the party is withdrawing from the DMK-led alliance. Within the DMK, interviews were held on Saturday for applicants seeking tickets in constituencies across Cuddalore and Villupuram districts. Chief Minister M K Stalin is scheduled to conduct interviews in the evening for Chennai, Tiruvallur and Kancheepuram districts.

LPG cargo ship from Texas arrives at New Mangalore Port
Business

LPG cargo ship from Texas arrives at New Mangalore Port

An LPG cargo vessel, Pyxis Pioneer, has arrived at New Mangalore Port in Mangaluru, bringing a fresh shipment from Texas, USA, as tensions continue to simmer in West Asia. The report said the situation escalated after US and Israeli strikes on Iran, followed by Iran’s retaliatory actions. With the Strait of Hormuz reportedly blocked, global oil movement through a key maritime route has been disrupted, leading to concerns over crude supply.

Cuba says it is ready to face any US threat, rejects talks on leadership
Politics

Cuba says it is ready to face any US threat, rejects talks on leadership

Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel has said the country is prepared to face “any threat” from the United States, warning that Cuba will not remain a passive observer amid rising tensions. The remarks come as Cuba faces a severe economic crunch, with power cuts and fuel shortages reported after the United States blocked crude oil supplies from Venezuela to Cuba. The report also notes that Washington has linked the lifting of restrictions to a demand that Díaz-Canel be removed from office.

Saudi orders 5 Iranian embassy staff to leave within 24 hours
Politics

Saudi orders 5 Iranian embassy staff to leave within 24 hours

Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Ministry has condemned what it described as Iran’s continued attacks and ordered five Iranian diplomatic staff to leave the kingdom within 24 hours. The move comes after Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud had warned Iran to halt attacks on Gulf countries, saying continued strikes could force a military response. Saudi officials said the attacks nevertheless continued. Saudi Arabia said the five, including a military attaché, have been declared persona non grata. The 24-hour deadline has heightened tensions in the region.

Tawaka quits DMK alliance; Velmurugan cites seat dispute
Politics

Tawaka quits DMK alliance; Velmurugan cites seat dispute

Tamilaga Vazhvurimai Katchi (Tawaka) leader Velmurugan on Saturday announced that his party is withdrawing from the DMK-led alliance, adding to the coalition’s troubles ahead of the election. Velmurugan, a two-time MLA from Panruti earlier elected on a PMK ticket, later formed Tawaka. In the last election, he contested as part of the DMK alliance and won from Panruti. Despite being in the alliance, he frequently clashed with ministers and the Speaker in the Assembly, which, according to the report, had led to strong dissatisfaction within the DMK. Velmurugan had also been pressing from the outset for more seats for his party, a demand the DMK did not accept.

Kamal urges restraint amid West Asia tensions: “Let Iran and our land live”
Politics

Kamal urges restraint amid West Asia tensions: “Let Iran and our land live”

Amid rising war tensions in West Asia, actor Kamal Haasan shared a social media statement calling for restraint and empathy, summing it up as: “Let Iran live; let our land live too.” In his note, he criticised the tendency of some viewers to celebrate online videos of exploding oil depots “like a cricket six,” while claiming neutrality. He argued that such reactions ignore India’s place in Asia and the real risks that an expanded conflict could pose.

Sri Lanka hikes petrol, diesel prices again amid West Asia war jitters
Business

Sri Lanka hikes petrol, diesel prices again amid West Asia war jitters

Sri Lanka has increased petrol and diesel prices for the second time in two weeks, as tensions linked to the West Asia conflict continue to disrupt global energy supplies. According to the announcement, petrol has risen from Rs. 317 per litre to Rs. 398. Diesel has gone up by Rs. 79 per litre and is now sold at Rs. 382. The report attributes the pressure on supplies to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz amid continued conflict involving the US and Israel against Iran. With the strait being a key route for global crude oil trade, disruptions have affected crude availability and triggered fuel shortages internationally.

DMK–CPI(M) seat-sharing talks remain deadlocked in Chennai
Politics

DMK–CPI(M) seat-sharing talks remain deadlocked in Chennai

Seat-sharing talks between the DMK and the CPI(M) continue to face a stalemate, as both sides have not reached an agreement on the number of constituencies to be allotted. CPI(M) state secretary P. Shanmugam met Chief Minister M.K. Stalin at Anna Arivalayam in Chennai. Speaking to reporters later, Shanmugam said the party’s state committee has decided it should secure the same six seats it contested in 2021, and that it should not be asked to accept fewer.

PM Modi sets record as India’s longest-serving government leader
Politics

PM Modi sets record as India’s longest-serving government leader

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has set a new record as the longest-serving leader in government in India, drawing congratulations from political leaders and social organisations across the country. Modi first took office as Chief Minister of Gujarat in 2001. He has been serving as India’s Prime Minister since 2014 and is currently in his third consecutive term. With this, his time in top government positions has reached 8,931 days, creating a new milestone. The previous record was held by former Sikkim Chief Minister Pawan Kumar Chamling, who served for 8,930 days.

Iran says Hormuz Strait open to all except ‘enemies’ amid Trump deadline
Politics

Iran says Hormuz Strait open to all except ‘enemies’ amid Trump deadline

Iran has said the Strait of Hormuz will remain open for maritime traffic for all vessels except those connected to its “enemies”, issuing the statement before a 48-hour deadline announced by US President Donald Trump was due to expire. The Strait of Hormuz is a critical route for global crude oil supply, accounting for nearly 20% of worldwide shipments. Iran has kept the waterway closed amid a war involving the United States and Israel, and has earlier stated that ships belonging to the US and Israel, as well as vessels of their allied countries, would not be allowed to pass.

Iran launches missile attack targeting US bases near Baghdad airport
Politics

Iran launches missile attack targeting US bases near Baghdad airport

Iran has launched a missile attack targeting US military positions near Baghdad airport in Iraq, according to Iraqi security officials. Iraq has been heavily affected by escalating tensions involving Iran, the United States and Israeli forces. In recent days, Iran-backed groups have continued drone and missile strikes on US bases and diplomatic sites in Baghdad and Erbil. Officials said the latest assault involved rockets and drones aimed at the US facility located at Baghdad airport. Some of the rockets were reported to have landed near the base.

Iran claims it shot down an F-15 near Hormuz Island
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Iran claims it shot down an F-15 near Hormuz Island

Iran has claimed it shot down an “enemy” F-15 fighter jet near Hormuz Island, according to Iranian media reports. The announcement comes as the conflict involving the US, Israel and Iran continues into its 23rd day, with maritime movement through the Strait of Hormuz reported to be disrupted. US President Donald Trump has also reportedly issued Iran a 48-hour deadline to reopen the strait. Iranian outlets said air defence systems intercepted and destroyed the aircraft near the island off Iran’s southern coast. The Tehran Times posted a 29-second video on X that it said showed Iranian forces detecting and bringing down the jet.

TN BJP chief Nainar lists Centre’s schemes, hits back at CM Stalin
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TN BJP chief Nainar lists Centre’s schemes, hits back at CM Stalin

Tamil Nadu BJP president Nainar Nagendran on Saturday responded to Chief Minister M K Stalin’s remarks about “Delhi”, listing what he said were major schemes and projects delivered to the State by the Modi-led Union government. Speaking in Tirunelveli, Nagendran questioned why post-election developments in Bihar were being compared with Tamil Nadu, and said the focus should first be on the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly election. He also raised questions about seat-sharing within the DMK alliance, including how many seats were allotted to the VCK.

Iran targets Israeli nuclear sites; over 100 injured in Dimona, Arad
Politics

Iran targets Israeli nuclear sites; over 100 injured in Dimona, Arad

Iran launched a missile attack targeting Israeli nuclear facilities, in what it described as retaliation for ongoing strikes on Iran. More than 100 people were reported injured in the incident. The report comes as attacks by Israeli and US forces on Iran have continued into a third week, with no clear signs of the conflict easing. Tensions in the region have been rising amid the prolonged hostilities. According to the details, after Israel carried out an airstrike on Iran’s Natanz nuclear facility, Iran responded by firing missiles toward nuclear-related sites in Israel. Missiles were aimed at facilities in the Dimona and Arad areas, including the nuclear research centre in Dimona.

Pakistan tops global terrorism impact index, report says
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Pakistan tops global terrorism impact index, report says

Islamabad: Pakistan has been ranked first in a global terrorism impact index released by the Centre for Economics and Peace. The index was compiled by assessing the impact of terrorism across 163 countries, according to the organisation. The report said Pakistan faces a major security threat linked to strained relations with Afghanistan and attacks attributed to Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA). It noted that last year alone, 1,045 terror incidents led to 1,139 deaths.

PM Modi reviews fuel supply risks amid West Asia conflict
Business

PM Modi reviews fuel supply risks amid West Asia conflict

New Delhi: As the conflict in West Asia continues, concerns are growing over possible disruptions to fuel supplies and rising prices in several countries. The war involving the US, Israel and Iran has continued for 23 days. Iran has reportedly blocked the Strait of Hormuz, creating hurdles for global crude oil shipments and tightening supply. Amid public concern that a prolonged crisis could trigger shortages in India as well, Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a high-level meeting with senior ministers on Sunday.

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