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Coimbatore cancels tender for ‘advance work’ at CM library after report
Politics

Coimbatore cancels tender for ‘advance work’ at CM library after report

Coimbatore City Municipal Corporation has cancelled a tender related to works worth ₹1.35 crore at the Chief Minister’s library (Muthalvar Padaippagam) in Goundampalayam, following a report that alleged the job had been carried out earlier without calling for tenders under the label of “advance work”. The library complex was built at a cost of ₹3.36 crore using Corporation funds during the previous DMK government and was inaugurated by then Chief Minister M.K. Stalin via video conference. Later, works on the second floor—roofing and development—were split into two components of ₹85 lakh and ₹55 lakh and executed without a tender process, which the report said violated rules. As tenders were not invited, the Corporation did not release payment, according to the report.

CM Vijay’s Assembly quip sparks laughter, jibe at opposition
Politics

CM Vijay’s Assembly quip sparks laughter, jibe at opposition

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay on Monday used a brief anecdote in the Assembly to make a pointed, sarcastic remark. He described an elderly man searching with his hand shielding his eyes. A small boy approaches and asks what he is looking for. The elderly man replies that the boy’s father should be there, but says he cannot find him. Vijay said he too knows how to speak with humour and irony, adding that the line was part of the story and that no one needed to get “tense” over it.

Lucknow fire kills 15; wedding plans of young couple end in tragedy
Crime

Lucknow fire kills 15; wedding plans of young couple end in tragedy

A fire broke out in a three-storey commercial complex in Aliganj, Lucknow, killing 15 people. Most of the victims were students who had come for training at an animation centre operating in the building. Police said four people, including the building owner, were arrested in connection with the incident. Among those affected were Nilesh and Anamika, a couple who worked at the animation centre. With both families having agreed to their marriage, preparations were under way.

CM Vijay steps down to hand job order to pregnant recruit in Chennai
Politics

CM Vijay steps down to hand job order to pregnant recruit in Chennai

Chennai witnessed an emotional moment at a government appointment ceremony when Chief Minister Vijay stepped off the stage to personally hand over an appointment order to a full-term pregnant candidate. The event was held to distribute appointment orders to TNPSC-selected recruits—383 Assistant Engineers and 18 Assistant Accounts Officers. Officials said Vijay noticed Akshaya Lakshmi standing below the stage and walked down to present her order directly. The gesture was widely shared online, with many praising the Chief Minister for making the effort to reach the candidate instead of calling her up to the dais.

Rajinikanth at ‘Tharman’ launch: “If I speak, it becomes a problem”
Entertainment

Rajinikanth at ‘Tharman’ launch: “If I speak, it becomes a problem”

Actor Rajinikanth’s 173rd film was officially announced at an event in Chennai. Produced by Kamal Haasan’s Raaj Kamal Films International, the film has been titled ‘Tharman’ and will be directed by Ashwath Marimuthu. The film features Simran and Raashii Khanna in key roles, with music by Anirudh. Speaking at the launch, Rajinikanth remarked that whenever he speaks it becomes a “problem”, adding that staying silent also invites comments, and that people who dislike someone will not be pleased no matter what they do.

Speaker says CM Vijay’s ‘finishing’ gesture didn’t breach Assembly norms
Politics

Speaker says CM Vijay’s ‘finishing’ gesture didn’t breach Assembly norms

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay spoke for over an hour in the Assembly on Monday while replying to the debate on the Governor’s address. As he concluded, Vijay sought the Speaker’s permission to make a gesture, remarking that he felt like doing it if DMK MLAs had been present, but that they had already left. Speaker JCD Prabhakar allowed him to proceed. Vijay then made a hand sign indicating “finished”, similar to a gesture earlier used by DMK leader M.K. Stalin during the Assembly election period after the DMK–Congress alliance was finalised. Members from the TVK side welcomed it by thumping desks.

Hyderabad names key road near US Consulate as 'Donald Trump Avenue'
General

Hyderabad names key road near US Consulate as 'Donald Trump Avenue'

Hyderabad has named a prominent road after US President Donald Trump, marking what the state government described as a symbol of the city’s growing role in the India–US partnership. The decision follows an announcement made by Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy during the Telangana Rising conference held in December last year, where he said a road would be named in Trump’s honour. Accordingly, a key stretch near the US Consulate in Nanakramguda, located in Hyderabad’s Financial District, has been designated as Donald Trump Avenue. The event was attended by US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor and Telangana Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka.

Mumbai hit by heaviest June rain in 10 years as monsoon arrives late
Environment

Mumbai hit by heaviest June rain in 10 years as monsoon arrives late

Mumbai saw an unusually intense spell of rain as the southwest monsoon arrived 13 days later than usual, disrupting normal life across the city and nearby areas. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert at 4 am on Tuesday for Mumbai and Palghar districts, warning of thunderstorms, very heavy rainfall and strong winds of 40–60 kmph. Heavy rain continued from Monday night into Tuesday morning, with several locations recording over 300 mm of rainfall. South Mumbai reported 248 mm, described as the highest June rainfall in the last 10 years.

Tamil Nadu transfers 15 IPS officers; five ASPs promoted as SPs
Politics

Tamil Nadu transfers 15 IPS officers; five ASPs promoted as SPs

The Tamil Nadu government on Tuesday issued orders transferring 15 IPS officers across Chennai and other police units. The reshuffle includes postings in commissionerates, specialised wings and district policing. Along with the transfers, five Assistant Superintendents of Police (ASPs) have been promoted as Superintendents of Police (SPs), according to the order. Key postings include Kannan as Deputy Commissioner (Headquarters), Tambaram; Stalin as Deputy Commissioner, Tambaram Central Crime Branch; and Geethanjali as Deputy Commissioner in the wing dealing with crimes against women.

Trump says US will never become a communist country
Politics

Trump says US will never become a communist country

Washington: President Donald Trump has said the United States will never become a communist country. The remark came after the first round of elections for the US Parliament, in which candidates backed by New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani of the Democratic Party secured victories. Trump has long been critical of Mamdani, and has repeatedly attacked his political approach since Mamdani entered the New York mayoral race. Following the results, Trump issued a post on social media. Unlike his usual lengthy messages, this time he wrote a single line: “America will never become a communist country.”

CM Vijay says govt won’t learn corruption, promises power outage fixes
Politics

CM Vijay says govt won’t learn corruption, promises power outage fixes

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay told the Assembly that his government would not “learn” corrupt practices, responding to criticism that the administration and its ministers “do not know how to govern.” He said a white paper on the state’s finances was released after the treasury was allegedly mismanaged by previous regimes. Listing what his team “does not know,” Vijay said his ministers and MLAs do not know how to inflate tender rates, collect money for transfers or promotions, sell newly created posts, divert government revenue for personal use, or misuse temple funds. He added that the government is focused on public service and does not intend to understand or adopt wrongdoing.

DMK walked out after CM Vijay’s reply, says Minister Sengottaiyan
Politics

DMK walked out after CM Vijay’s reply, says Minister Sengottaiyan

Minister K.A. Sengottaiyan on Tuesday claimed that the DMK staged a walkout from the Tamil Nadu Assembly after Chief Minister Vijay responded to questions raised by the opposition. Speaking to reporters in Chennai, Sengottaiyan said the DMK had questioned why the Chief Minister was not speaking, but “once he started speaking” the party “could not handle it” and left the House. He also rejected allegations of party funding in connection with licences issued to private schools during his tenure as School Education Minister. If there was any such instance, he said, it should be proven.

Minister’s birthday gift to CM Vijay sparks controversy
Politics

Minister’s birthday gift to CM Vijay sparks controversy

Chennai: A gift presented by Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments (HR&CE) Minister Ramesh to Chief Minister Vijay has triggered a fresh political and social debate. According to reports, Ramesh, a young minister from the TVK, met the Chief Minister at the Secretariat to convey birthday wishes. During the meeting, he presented a Mother Mary statue and a book titled “Ulagha Sindhanai Sirpi Thanthai Periyar”. The development has drawn attention because HR&CE ministers traditionally offer department-related mementos when meeting the Chief Minister. The report notes that even in earlier administrations, ministers handling the temple department typically presented temple-linked items, including prasadam, during such occasions.

Iran President invites PM Modi to attend Ali Khamenei funeral rites
Politics

Iran President invites PM Modi to attend Ali Khamenei funeral rites

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi to attend the funeral rites of former supreme leader Ali Khamenei, according to reports from Tehran. Ali Khamenei was killed on February 28 during the US–Israel war against Iran. With the conflict continuing after his death, Iran faced difficulties in conducting the funeral ceremonies, and plans to hold them in March were postponed. Iran has now announced that the funeral rites will be held from July 4 to July 9, with several world leaders expected to attend. The ceremonies are set to begin on July 4.

Queen Máxima lauds India’s digital public infrastructure progress
General

Queen Máxima lauds India’s digital public infrastructure progress

Queen Máxima of the Netherlands has praised India’s progress in financial inclusion and the development of digital public infrastructure. She is in India on a three-day visit in her capacity as the United Nations Secretary-General’s Special Advocate, with a focus on the country’s financial health. Speaking to reporters in Delhi, Queen Máxima said she was happy to return to India and noted that she has worked with the country for a long time on issues related to financial inclusion for all people.

Troops deployed in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir amid protests
Politics

Troops deployed in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir amid protests

Protests have been intensifying for the past few weeks in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), according to reports. The agitation is being led by the Jammu Kashmir Awami Action Committee (JAAC), which has been mobilising people across the region. Protesters are raising demands for basic rights, economic relief and reforms in government administration. Amid the continuing unrest, security forces have been deployed in large numbers in the area, the report said. The situation remains tense as the movement continues, with the group pressing its demands through sustained demonstrations.

Self-praise is equal to suicide, says Dinamalar spiritual short
General

Self-praise is equal to suicide, says Dinamalar spiritual short

A short video published under Dinamalar’s Aanmeegam (spiritual) section highlights a cautionary message: self-praise can be as harmful as self-destruction. The clip, presented in the platform’s Shorts/Reels format, frames the idea as a moral and spiritual warning against excessive self-glorification. No further details, speakers, or context were provided in the available source text beyond the title and the video listing. The video is hosted on Dinamalar’s website under its short-form video section.

Dinamalar short titled “Vijay Magic? Former’s Anger” posted online
General

Dinamalar short titled “Vijay Magic? Former’s Anger” posted online

Dinamalar has posted a short-format video on its platform under the title “Vijay Magic? Former’s Anger”. The provided source material does not include additional context, quotes, or information about the people or events referenced in the title. As a result, further details about the subject, location, timing, or the nature of the remarks cannot be confirmed from the text available. This report is based only on the title and limited page information provided.

Udhayanidhi alleges CM Vijay turned Assembly into a film set
Politics

Udhayanidhi alleges CM Vijay turned Assembly into a film set

Opposition leader Udhayanidhi on Tuesday accused Chief Minister Vijay of turning the Tamil Nadu Assembly into a “film shooting location”, alleging that the CM’s reply to the debate on the Governor’s address was delivered in a cinematic, campaign-style manner. Speaking to reporters after staging a walkout, Udhayanidhi claimed the Chief Minister came with a prepared text and refused to respond to questions until he finished it, comparing the approach to the atmosphere of a movie set.

CM Vijay says vote-buying culture crushed, vows corruption-free rule
Politics

CM Vijay says vote-buying culture crushed, vows corruption-free rule

Chennai: Chief Minister Vijay on Tuesday claimed that the recent election had “shattered” not only caste- and religion-based politics but also the “toxic culture” of buying votes with money. Speaking in the Assembly while replying to the debate on the Governor’s address, he said his government would deliver “100%” transparent and corruption-free administration. Vijay noted that the 17th Assembly includes MLAs from 12 parties and said that despite differences in ideology and positions, public service should remain the common goal. He also criticised the Opposition leader’s remarks during the Governor’s address, suggesting that opposition should not be reduced to speaking only to oppose.

CM Vijay says Tamil Nadu won’t seek confrontation with Centre
Politics

CM Vijay says Tamil Nadu won’t seek confrontation with Centre

Chennai: Chief Minister Vijay told the Tamil Nadu Assembly that his government does not want to adopt a confrontational approach with the Union government for every issue, even as it stands in political opposition to a party aligned with the Centre. He said the priority is Tamil Nadu’s development, while maintaining a firm stand on policy and state rights. Replying to the debate on the Governor’s address, Vijay said his party believes in “federalism at the Centre and autonomy in the states”. He cautioned that attempts to divert this position would fail in the eyes of the people, and asked the public, minority communities and alliance partners not to have doubts about the government’s intent.

DMK Student Wing shifts under Kanimozhi’s influence; Udhayanidhi upset
Politics

DMK Student Wing shifts under Kanimozhi’s influence; Udhayanidhi upset

DMK’s student wing, which party sources say had been functioning under Opposition Leader Udhayanidhi Stalin’s direction in recent years, has now come under the influence of deputy general secretary Kanimozhi. According to student wing office-bearers, the student wing is considered one of the party’s key affiliate units, after the youth and women’s wings. They said the wing traditionally operates under the leadership’s control and, after Udhayanidhi’s rise, many functionaries aligned with him.

TN govt withdraws review plea in KN Nehru corruption case
Politics

TN govt withdraws review plea in KN Nehru corruption case

The Tamil Nadu government informed the Madras High Court that it has decided to withdraw a review petition filed during the previous DMK regime in a corruption case involving former minister K.N. Nehru. The case stems from allegations that bribes worth Rs 634 crore were taken in connection with appointments of 2,538 posts such as assistant engineers and junior engineers in the municipal administration department. The Enforcement Directorate had written to the state DGP seeking registration of a case.

India slams Pakistan for trying to hide rights abuses at home
Politics

India slams Pakistan for trying to hide rights abuses at home

India on Monday criticised Pakistan for what it called “desperate attempts” to cover up its own failures and human rights violations by making provocative statements. The remarks came after Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif told Pakistani media that his country would go to war with India if it felt its drinking water was under threat. The comments followed India’s decision to cancel the Indus Waters Treaty in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack in Kashmir, a move Pakistan had sought to be reviewed.

Taliban detain 20 UN staff in Herat over ‘short beards’ rule
General

Taliban detain 20 UN staff in Herat over ‘short beards’ rule

Taliban morality police in Afghanistan briefly detained 20 staff members working with UN-linked humanitarian agencies in Herat province, near the Iran border, citing alleged violations of the country’s rules. The detentions took place in Islam Qala, a key overland transit point connecting Afghanistan and Iran. The area hosts humanitarian support centres run by agencies including the World Health Organization and the International Organization for Migration. According to the report, Taliban regulations require men in Afghanistan to maintain full beards. The detained workers were accused of not following the rule, with some said to have beards shorter than the prescribed length or to have shaved completely.

India aims to contribute to global security: PM Modi at BRICS meet
Politics

India aims to contribute to global security: PM Modi at BRICS meet

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said India’s objective is to contribute to global security and support the priorities of developing countries. His remarks came after he met national security advisers and senior security officials from BRICS member nations in New Delhi. India is chairing the BRICS grouping this year, which includes 11 countries such as China and Russia. The BRICS National Security Advisers’ meeting was held in the capital on June 22 and 23. Modi said BRICS has emerged as an important platform to strengthen cooperation amid a changing economic environment.

India edge Pakistan 4-3 in FIH Pro League clash in London
Sports

India edge Pakistan 4-3 in FIH Pro League clash in London

India defeated Pakistan 4-3 in an FIH Pro League hockey match in London on Tuesday, extending their strong recent record against their arch-rivals. The fixture drew attention as it was the first meeting between the two sides since the 2024 Asian Champions Trophy. Over the last 10 years, the teams have faced each other 17 times, with India recording 15 wins and two draws. Pakistan struck first in the opening quarter to take a 1-0 lead. India responded strongly in the second quarter, with Dilpreet Singh scoring the equaliser and Nilakant Sharma adding another to put India ahead 2-1 at half-time.

India reaffirms resolve to fight terrorism: Jaishankar on Kanishka day
Politics

India reaffirms resolve to fight terrorism: Jaishankar on Kanishka day

India has reiterated its commitment to combat terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Monday. His remarks came on the 41st anniversary of the bombing of Air India’s Kanishka flight, which had departed from Toronto for Mumbai on June 23, 1985. The aircraft exploded mid-air while passing through Irish airspace en route to London. A total of 329 people were killed in the attack, including 22 crew members and 307 passengers. The incident is widely attributed to Sikh extremists seeking a separate Khalistan state.

Madras HC strikes down TN law change on original documents for registration
Politics

Madras HC strikes down TN law change on original documents for registration

The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court has set aside the Tamil Nadu government’s amendment to the Registration Act that introduced Section 34-C, following petitions filed by individuals including a Kodaikanal resident and a federation of real estate associations. The court held that Section 34-C was essentially a reworked version of earlier provisions that had already been struck down by courts. It observed that the amendment attempted to reintroduce rules previously declared unconstitutional by the High Court and the Supreme Court.

TMC writes to Election Commission, says Mamata remains party chief
Politics

TMC writes to Election Commission, says Mamata remains party chief

New Delhi: With internal divisions widening in the Trinamool Congress (TMC) after its defeat in the West Bengal Assembly election, the party has written to the Election Commission stating that Mamata Banerjee continues as its leader. The development comes after a group of disgruntled MLAs claimed they had removed Mamata from the party president’s post and announced Arup Roy as the new leader. The same group also said Abhishek Banerjee would be replaced as general secretary by Rithabrata Banerjee.

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