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Kerala Police book X over alleged defamatory video on PM, Election Commission
Crime

Kerala Police book X over alleged defamatory video on PM, Election Commission

Kerala Police have registered a case against social media platform X in connection with a video that allegedly carried defamatory remarks about Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Election Commission of India. In a statement, the Kerala Cyber Wing said the Election Commission brought the post to its attention. During verification, police concluded the content could mislead people and undermine constitutional institutions. The cyber wing further said the video appeared capable of affecting the conduct of elections in a free and fair manner.

MDMK says it is 'crying while laughing' over fewer seats in DMK alliance
Politics

MDMK says it is 'crying while laughing' over fewer seats in DMK alliance

Chennai: As preparations intensify for the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, alliance partners have begun finalising seat-sharing and candidate lists. Parties have been submitting their preferred constituency lists to the DMK’s seat-sharing panel at Anna Arivalayam. MDMK leaders met the DMK negotiation team in Chennai and handed over a list of constituencies they wanted to contest. After the meeting, MDMK presidium chairman Arjun Raj spoke to reporters. He said the party would announce the four allotted constituencies only after an official agreement is signed. While welcoming the allocation, he also expressed disappointment that the party did not receive seats commensurate with its standing, remarking that MDMK was “crying while laughing”.

PM Modi to meet chief ministers on West Asia situation on March 27
Politics

PM Modi to meet chief ministers on West Asia situation on March 27

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to hold a video conference with state chief ministers on March 27 evening to discuss the evolving situation in West Asia, according to reports from New Delhi. The meeting comes amid heightened tensions in the region, with the United States and Israel carrying out attacks on Iran, and Iran responding in return. The developments have led to a war-like atmosphere across West Asia. The report said the situation has triggered a severe shortage of crude oil and gas globally, including in India. The issue was also discussed in an all-party meeting held a day earlier.

After EPS sidelines him, what will Annamalai do next?
Politics

After EPS sidelines him, what will Annamalai do next?

Supporters of K. Annamalai are closely watching his next move after he announced that he will not contest the upcoming election. According to the report, the BJP accepted an earlier condition set by AIADMK leader Edappadi K. Palaniswami (EPS) that Annamalai should not be the Tamil Nadu BJP chief if an alliance was to be formed. With both sides sticking to that understanding, the alliance was finalised. In the seat-sharing talks, EPS is said to have got his way. In Coimbatore district, where Annamalai has a strong following, his supporters expected constituencies such as Goundampalayam or Singanallur. However, the BJP was allotted only Coimbatore North, reportedly to accommodate Vanathi Srinivasan, while other seats were retained by the AIADMK.

Tamil Nadu Assembly polls in 28 days; Dinamalar invites reader comments
Politics

Tamil Nadu Assembly polls in 28 days; Dinamalar invites reader comments

Tamil Nadu is 28 days away from the Assembly election, scheduled for April 23, with results to be announced on May 4. The political atmosphere is heating up as campaigning gathers pace. Dinamalar said it is carrying a daily eight-page supplement titled “Election Field” along with its newspaper, focusing on election-related developments. The publication urged readers not to miss the March 26 edition of the “Election Field” section, describing it as packed with political updates.

Actress set to return after husband’s encouragement
Entertainment

Actress set to return after husband’s encouragement

A short video report published by Dinamalar says an actress is preparing to return to work after receiving strong encouragement from her husband. The clip suggests that his support has played a decisive role in her decision to step back into the public and professional space. No further details such as the actress’s name, the project she is joining, or timelines were provided in the available source content. The report appears in the outlet’s Shorts/Reels section, indicating it is presented as a brief update rather than a full-length news story.

AIADMK cadres allege ‘under-deal’ as TMC gets key seats
Politics

AIADMK cadres allege ‘under-deal’ as TMC gets key seats

AIADMK functionaries have alleged that party general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami allotted five constituencies to the Tamil Maanila Congress (TMC) in a manner that could indirectly aid the re-election prospects of DMK ministers. The charge has sparked discontent within sections of the party. According to the functionaries, the TMC led by G.K. Vasan has been allotted Ranipet, Erode West, Ottanchathiram, Kumbakonam and Killiyoor as part of the alliance. They pointed out that Ranipet is currently represented by DMK minister R. Gandhi.

Lok Sabha passes FCRA amendment to curb misuse of foreign funds
Politics

Lok Sabha passes FCRA amendment to curb misuse of foreign funds

New Delhi: The Lok Sabha on Tuesday passed the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, which seeks to amend the FCRA framework to prevent misuse of foreign funds. Introducing the Bill, Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai said the changes are aimed at increasing transparency in the use of funds received from abroad and ensuring they are utilised in the intended manner. He said stringent action would be taken against those who use foreign contributions for forced religious conversions, as well as those who divert such funds for personal benefit. He added that action would be taken without bias.

Three more held in UP in Pakistan spying case; total arrests reach 21
Crime

Three more held in UP in Pakistan spying case; total arrests reach 21

Police in Uttar Pradesh have arrested three more people in connection with an alleged spying network that shared images of sensitive locations with a Pakistan-based handler. The latest arrests were made after the prime suspect was traced to Delhi, officials said. The case began after police received information that some residents of the Kaushambi area in Ghaziabad district were photographing key sites in India and sending the material to a person in Pakistan. A search operation in the area led to the detention of six people for questioning.

Indian institutes enter QS subject-wise world top 50 list
Education

Indian institutes enter QS subject-wise world top 50 list

QS Quacquarelli Symonds, a UK-based organisation, has released its 16th annual subject-wise world university rankings, placing several Indian institutions among the global top 50. The rankings assessed more than 21,000 active programmes across 1,900 universities in over 100 countries. The evaluation is organised around five broad areas, including engineering and technology, life sciences and medicine, and arts and humanities. This year, 27 subjects from 12 Indian universities have made it into the top 50—up from 12 subjects last year. IIM Ahmedabad secured the 21st position in management and marketing.

India signs deal to buy 60 million barrels of Russian crude
Business

India signs deal to buy 60 million barrels of Russian crude

India has signed an agreement to purchase 60 million barrels of crude oil from Russia, as the government moves to secure energy supplies amid heightened tensions in West Asia. The report said the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict has led to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz sea route, disrupting the movement of oil cargo ships and affecting regular supply lines. With shipping constraints impacting imports, the Centre has begun steps to source crude through alternative routes and suppliers to ensure the country’s energy security.

Iran turns back oil tanker headed to Pakistan via Strait of Hormuz
General

Iran turns back oil tanker headed to Pakistan via Strait of Hormuz

Iran has intercepted and turned back a crude oil tanker heading to Pakistan through the Strait of Hormuz, a key maritime route for global energy shipments. According to reports, the tanker named Selen was sailing toward Pakistan’s Karachi port when Iranian authorities denied passage and ordered it to return. The Strait of Hormuz carries about one-fifth of the world’s oil and gas supply and runs along Iran’s coastline. Following US–Israel attacks on Iran, Tehran has shut the route, disrupting crude supply and pushing up international prices.

Union Cabinet clears 100 new airports, 200 helipads under UDAN
Politics

Union Cabinet clears 100 new airports, 200 helipads under UDAN

The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi, has approved an upgraded UDAN scheme aimed at strengthening regional air connectivity across India. Under the plan, 100 new airports and 200 helipads will be created nationwide. Priority will be given to hill regions, the North Eastern states, island areas and other backward regions. The government has earmarked ₹28,840 crore for the programme. To support airline operations, the Centre will provide financial assistance covering around 80% to 90% of losses, with this support to be reduced gradually over five years. Budget allocations include ₹12,000 crore for airport construction and ₹3,600 crore for helipads, with implementation planned for 10 years from FY 2026-27 to FY 2035-36.

Home Ministry urges states to reserve 20% jobs for Agniveers
Politics

Home Ministry urges states to reserve 20% jobs for Agniveers

The Union Home Ministry has written to all state governments, urging them to provide a 20% reservation in employment for Agniveers who will complete their four-year tenure from next year. The Agnipath scheme recruits youth into the armed forces on a four-year contractual basis. At the end of the term, 25% of those who perform well are retained as permanent soldiers, while the rest are released from service. The Centre has already announced reservations for Agniveers in several central forces, including the Border Security Force. The latest communication seeks similar measures from states to support their rehabilitation and re-employment.

Govt tells all-party meet: India’s energy supplies safe amid West Asia war
Politics

Govt tells all-party meet: India’s energy supplies safe amid West Asia war

The Union government told an all-party meeting in New Delhi that India’s energy security has not been affected by the escalating conflict in West Asia. Officials said there is no immediate need for public concern, adding that petroleum products and cooking gas stocks are currently adequate. The meeting was convened after opposition parties sought a discussion on the impact of the regional war and fears of disruption around the Strait of Hormuz. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh chaired the session, attended by Home Minister Amit Shah, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, among others.

DMK uneasy as minister rejects 'mountain thief' tag, calls self nature lover
Politics

DMK uneasy as minister rejects 'mountain thief' tag, calls self nature lover

Chennai: Dairy Development Minister Mano Thangaraj has sparked fresh political chatter by publicly rejecting the “mountain thief” label and describing himself instead as a “nature lover” as the Assembly election season approaches. In Kanyakumari, incidents over the past five years—including transfers of officials who tried to stop mineral resource plunder and reports of threats—had fuelled allegations that the minister and his son were behind the illegal activity. Thangaraj has consistently denied the claims.

Headmasters say exam invigilation has become a no-win situation
Education

Headmasters say exam invigilation has become a no-win situation

Chennai: Headmasters have voiced concern that monitoring malpractice during Class 10 and Class 12 public examinations has turned into a “no-win” situation for schools. The Class 12 public examinations, written by about 8.27 lakh students, conclude today, while the Class 10 examinations, taken by around 9 lakh students, will continue until April 6. To prevent irregularities, more than 50,000 teachers and over 5,000 flying squad personnel have been deployed. Despite this, allegations have surfaced that invigilators, flying squads and headmasters are not taking firm action. Headmasters claim that the government has instructed the School Education Department to achieve a higher pass percentage than last year, and that officials have allegedly issued verbal directions to flying squads not to be strict with students who attempt to copy.

Stalin says DMK ‘Rising Sun’ will contest in 175 seats
Politics

Stalin says DMK ‘Rising Sun’ will contest in 175 seats

Chennai: Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, in a letter to DMK party workers, said seat-sharing in the DMK-led alliance has been concluded after consultations with all partner parties. He noted that the entry of new parties into the alliance has created a need to allocate constituencies appropriately. Stalin said agreements were finalised after discussions with leaders of VCK, CPI, CPM, MDMK, the Indian Union Muslim League and other allies. Stalin welcomed a statement by Makkal Needhi Maiam leader Kamal, who said the alliance’s victory is what matters most. He also alleged that critics who expected a split in the alliance are now attempting to spread commentary to suit their imagination.

DMK leaders seek truce as Communist transport unions turn upset
Politics

DMK leaders seek truce as Communist transport unions turn upset

Virudhunagar: Rising discontent in transport unions Communist-affiliated trade union members in the state transport corporation are said to be deeply dissatisfied, prompting DMK functionaries in Virudhunagar to begin reconciliation efforts. Anger over unfulfilled promises Union members allege that the DMK government has not delivered on key promises, and that the anti-government sentiment within the workforce continues. Fear of electoral fallout DMK leaders are reportedly concerned that the Communist unions could vote against the DMK-led alliance in the upcoming Assembly election, affecting the coalition’s prospects.

PMK leader critiques ‘image politics’ and DMK’s alliance narrative
Politics

PMK leader critiques ‘image politics’ and DMK’s alliance narrative

A PMK office-bearer has argued that Tamil Nadu’s electoral politics has moved away from welfare-driven public service and into what she calls “image politics”. She says the era when governance performance shaped a party’s reputation ended after the Kamaraj period. In the article, she claims the DMK historically used emotional slogans to build political narratives and later relied on cinema, literature and stage platforms to reinforce them. She also alleges that instead of competing on welfare measures, personal attacks were used against MGR to weaken his public standing.

Ex-minister Mastan stages vote-seeking demo, falls at elder’s feet
Politics

Ex-minister Mastan stages vote-seeking demo, falls at elder’s feet

Former minister and DMK Villupuram North district secretary Mastan is known for using unusual methods during election campaigns, often trying new ways to connect with voters. According to the report, he has previously been seen entering tea stalls to make and serve tea, preparing parottas at eateries, buying stick ice creams for people, and even offering milk at a snake mound as part of outreach. At an advisory meeting in Gingee for branch secretaries and booth agents, Mastan conducted a live demonstration on stage on how party workers should ask for votes.

AIADMK holds on to Thiruparankundram amid BJP seat demand
Politics

AIADMK holds on to Thiruparankundram amid BJP seat demand

AIADMK has decided to retain the Thiruparankundram Assembly constituency in Madurai district, despite BJP pressing for the seat as part of alliance seat-sharing talks. The party has once again fielded sitting MLA Rajan Chellappa. According to the report, BJP believed it had gained goodwill among Hindu voters following the Thiruparankundram hill “Deepa Thoon” issue, and wanted to convert that momentum into votes. On that basis, it sought allocation of both Thiruparankundram and Madurai South.

DMK cadres tell Stalin DMDK has only 5,000–7,000 votes in Dharmapuri
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DMK cadres tell Stalin DMDK has only 5,000–7,000 votes in Dharmapuri

DMK functionaries in Dharmapuri have told Chief Minister M.K. Stalin that the Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK) has only a limited vote base in the Dharmapuri Assembly constituency. The assessment was shared during an interaction held on March 20, according to party sources. During the discussion, Stalin reportedly asked why the DMK lost the constituency in the previous election. Party representatives said the 10.5% internal reservation for Vanniyars influenced voting across five Assembly segments in the district, benefiting the AIADMK-led alliance.

Iran Embassy deletes posts thanking India; Pakistan pressure suspected
Politics

Iran Embassy deletes posts thanking India; Pakistan pressure suspected

Iran’s embassy in India has reportedly deleted social media posts in which it thanked India for humanitarian assistance sent from Kashmir, triggering speculation over the reason behind the move. According to the report, as Iran faces severe hardships due to a war involving Israel and the United States, Muslims in Kashmir came together to support Iranian civilians. Donations included gold chains, household items, cash, food and medicines, which were collected and dispatched as relief.

TN withdraws order on registering temple properties, tells Madurai HC
Politics

TN withdraws order on registering temple properties, tells Madurai HC

The Tamil Nadu government has told the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court that a government order issued to facilitate registration of properties belonging to temples has been withdrawn. The submission came during the hearing of a public interest litigation filed by Salem resident Radhakrishnan. The petition said many temple properties are under encroachment and are being recovered based on court directions, and challenged a Revenue Department order dated September 30, 2025 that sought to enable registration of temple and Waqf Board properties.

Why AIADMK did not contest in Perambur
Politics

Why AIADMK did not contest in Perambur

A short video published by Dinamalar focuses on a key political question: why the AIADMK did not contest in Perambur. The clip flags public interest around the party’s decision, as Perambur is often seen as a politically significant area in Chennai. However, the available source material does not provide further details such as the timeframe, the specific election, or an official explanation from the AIADMK. With limited information in the accessible content, the report remains centered on the question raised by the video rather than confirmed reasons behind the decision.

Gold price jumps again in Chennai; sovereign up by Rs 2,800
Business

Gold price jumps again in Chennai; sovereign up by Rs 2,800

Chennai saw a fresh spike in gold prices on Tuesday (March 25). The rate for 22-carat jewellery gold increased by Rs 2,800 per sovereign, taking the price to Rs 1,08,800. In gram terms, gold rose by Rs 350 to Rs 13,600 per gram. The update comes after sharp fluctuations over the past few days, including multiple intraday changes reported on March 24. Silver prices also edged higher on March 25. Silver was quoted at Rs 260 per gram, while the kilogram rate rose to Rs 2.60 lakh.

Delhi Police bust transnational arms racket; 21 foreign pistols seized
Crime

Delhi Police bust transnational arms racket; 21 foreign pistols seized

New Delhi: Delhi Police’s crime branch has busted a transnational arms smuggling network with links to Pakistan, Nepal and Bangladesh, arresting 10 key suspects. During the operation, officers recovered 21 high-end foreign-made weapons. The seizure includes PX-5.7 pistols said to be used by special forces, along with PX-3 pistols. Investigators say the weapons were smuggled into India from Pakistan via the India–Nepal border and then supplied to criminal gangs operating in Delhi and other states.

Stalin says AIADMK is ‘a lid that fits the BJP jar’
Politics

Stalin says AIADMK is ‘a lid that fits the BJP jar’

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has launched a sharp attack on the AIADMK, calling it “a lid that fits the BJP jar” and accusing it of staying silent on people’s issues while questioning what the state government is doing. In a statement, Stalin said Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s remarks invoking the Covid period have heightened public anxiety at a time when people are already struggling due to an LPG supply shortage. He claimed many restaurants have been forced to shut and workers are facing the risk of losing jobs.

EC allows carrying over ₹50,000 for medical needs with WhatsApp proof
Politics

EC allows carrying over ₹50,000 for medical needs with WhatsApp proof

Chennai: The Election Commission has said people can carry more than ₹50,000 in cash for medical expenses during the election period, provided they can show supporting proof through WhatsApp. With elections under way, surveillance teams have been deployed in every constituency, including flying squads, video surveillance units and static monitoring teams. Each team includes five officials, including police and revenue personnel. Officials said that if a vehicle is found carrying more than ₹50,000 in cash without proper documents or evidence, the amount is seized and deposited in the treasury. Large sums of cash and jewellery are being detected daily through these checks.

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