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Punjab polls heat up as BJP weighs solo run in all 117 seats
Politics

Punjab polls heat up as BJP weighs solo run in all 117 seats

Punjab’s political arena is heating up as the Assembly election approaches, with the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), Congress, Shiromani Akali Dal and the BJP beginning to firm up their campaign plans. The state is set to go to the polls along with several other states in 2027. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann’s AAP, which wrested power from the Congress in 2022, is being portrayed as entering a make-or-break phase. The report says public dissatisfaction has grown over what is seen as weak administrative performance, alongside a series of corruption-related allegations.

TN plans 750 MW solar plants across 150 substation campuses
Environment

TN plans 750 MW solar plants across 150 substation campuses

Chennai: To meet rising electricity demand in high-consumption pockets, the Tamil Nadu Electricity Board is preparing to roll out a decentralised renewable energy plan by setting up solar power plants closer to where power is used. Under the proposal, solar units of 5 MW each will be established within the campuses of 150 substations across the state, taking the total planned capacity to 750 MW. The substations identified include 33 kV and 110 kV facilities.

No room even to talk of bribery in higher education: Minister
Politics

No room even to talk of bribery in higher education: Minister

Higher Education Minister Viswanathan on Saturday said there should be “no room even to talk of bribery” in the state’s higher education department, including in matters such as appointments and transfers. Speaking at a graduation ceremony at Kathir Arts and Science College in Neelambur, Coimbatore, the minister said the department would not accept bribes for any purpose and would work with the government to achieve a fully corruption-free environment. He also referred to the Chief Minister’s guidance, saying he had been entrusted with an important portfolio and was asked to handle it with care. The minister added that earlier Congress leaders in Tamil Nadu did not allow space for bribery.

No India–Pakistan ‘Track 2’ talks in Sri Lanka: Ram Madhav
Politics

No India–Pakistan ‘Track 2’ talks in Sri Lanka: Ram Madhav

New Delhi: Senior BJP leader and India Foundation president Ram Madhav has rejected reports claiming that unofficial “Track 2” talks between India and Pakistan were held in Sri Lanka. The reports had linked a recent event in Colombo to Track 2 discussions, and named participants from both sides, including Madhav, former Army chief M.M. Naravane and former diplomat Ruchi Ghanashyam from India, and former diplomat Sajjadt Haider Khan, former minister Sherry Rehman and retired military officer Isfandyar Ali Khan Pataudi from Pakistan.

Myanmar opium surge raises trafficking threat to India’s Northeast
Crime

Myanmar opium surge raises trafficking threat to India’s Northeast

India’s drug control agency has warned that a steep rise in illicit opium production in Myanmar is heightening the risk of narcotics trafficking into India’s northeastern states that share the international border. The warning was highlighted in the agency’s annual report released in New Delhi at the 10th high-level meeting of the Narco-Coordination Centre. Union Home Minister Amit Shah unveiled the report along with a long-term policy document aimed at strengthening anti-drug measures.

Amit Shah–Yogi Rift Said to Have Ended Ahead of UP Polls
Politics

Amit Shah–Yogi Rift Said to Have Ended Ahead of UP Polls

Uttar Pradesh, India’s largest state, is set to vote in its Assembly election next February, with all major parties stepping up campaign preparations. After the BJP-led alliance did not secure the expected outcome in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls in the state, the party is under pressure to deliver a clear win this time. Within the BJP, leaders in Uttar Pradesh claim that the earlier strain between Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has eased. They say both leaders have recognised that prolonged friction could hurt the party’s prospects in the upcoming election.

AIADMK to hold women’s wing meet in Chennai on July 1
Politics

AIADMK to hold women’s wing meet in Chennai on July 1

AIADMK has announced that a consultation meeting of its women’s wing will be held on July 1 at the party’s headquarters in Royapettah, Chennai. The meeting will be chaired by party general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami. According to the party statement, the discussion will focus on the women’s wing’s activities and the role of women in the party’s organisational growth and development work. The party has asked all women office-bearers to attend, including state and district functionaries of the women’s wing, women office-bearers in district units, and women general council members.

Sengottaiyan defends Venkata Narayana’s Delhi special representative post
Politics

Sengottaiyan defends Venkata Narayana’s Delhi special representative post

Erode: Tamil Nadu minister K.A. Sengottaiyan on Friday said there was “no mistake” in the state government appointing Venkata Narayana as its special representative in New Delhi. The appointment has drawn criticism from opposition parties, who questioned how Narayana—reported to have roots outside Tamil Nadu—would strongly represent the state’s interests, especially in the backdrop of the Mekedatu dam issue and political developments in Karnataka. Responding to the criticism, Sengottaiyan said such appointments are a policy decision and that every Indian has equal rights in this regard. He added that government representatives are deputed to Delhi to work within the national framework, and therefore the appointment should not be viewed as problematic.

Actor Dhanush pays last respects after Bhagyaraj’s death
Entertainment

Actor Dhanush pays last respects after Bhagyaraj’s death

A video report published by Dinamalar on June 27, 2026, said actor Dhanush paid his respects in person following the death of Bhagyaraj. The report, shared under the cinema section, focuses on Dhanush’s visit to offer condolences and tribute. No further details about the circumstances of the death or funeral arrangements were provided in the available source material.

Minister Sengottaiyan faces a barrage of questions in political row
Politics

Minister Sengottaiyan faces a barrage of questions in political row

A Dinamalar TV segment has drawn attention after it featured Minister Sengottaiyan facing a barrage of questions in a political context. The video is framed around a “TVK vs BJP” exchange, indicating a wider political back-and-forth linked to the ongoing debate between the two sides. The clip’s headline and tags also reference Nagendran, suggesting his role or remarks are part of the discussion highlighted in the segment. The video was published on June 27, 2026, under the general category on Dinamalar’s platform.

Kumbabishekam held at Sri Ashtasiddhi Vinayagar Temple
General

Kumbabishekam held at Sri Ashtasiddhi Vinayagar Temple

The Kumbabishekam (consecration) ceremony was held at Sri Ashtasiddhi Vinayagar Temple, as reported in a short video published by Dinamalar. The event marks a key religious ritual in which the temple is ceremonially sanctified following traditional practices. The Dinamalar clip provides only limited details about the programme, including the temple name and the conduct of the Kumbabishekam. Further information such as the location, date, and organisers was not specified in the available source material.

‘Modi, Modi’ chants heard during PM’s Seychelles visit
Politics

‘Modi, Modi’ chants heard during PM’s Seychelles visit

A short video report from Dinamalar said chants of “Modi…Modi” were heard in Seychelles during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit. The clip, presented in the outlet’s Shorts/Reels format, highlights the crowd’s slogan as a key moment from the trip. No further official details, event specifics, or additional context were provided in the available source material.

EPS moves to heal AIADMK rift; standoff continues with C.V. Shanmugam
Politics

EPS moves to heal AIADMK rift; standoff continues with C.V. Shanmugam

Chennai: AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami (EPS) has begun steps to stitch up the party’s internal rift by reassigning organisational posts, senior party functionaries said. However, they added that his confrontation with former minister C.V. Shanmugam is still unresolved. According to the functionaries, even after sections of the disgruntled camp returned to EPS, he initially refused to restore positions that had been taken away. This, they said, pushed several unhappy leaders towards considering switching parties, following which a former judge and a few industrialists close to EPS met him and advised against “revenge politics”.

TVK weighs Vaiko vs Stalin if Trichy East bypoll turns high-stakes
Politics

TVK weighs Vaiko vs Stalin if Trichy East bypoll turns high-stakes

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) is working on a strategy to field Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (MDMK) general secretary Vaiko if DMK president M.K. Stalin decides to contest the Trichy East Assembly by-election, according to reports. The bypoll is expected after the Trichy East MLA seat fell vacant following a resignation. In the recent Assembly election, Chief Minister Vijay won from two constituencies—Chennai Perambur and Trichy East—triggering the vacancy in Trichy East.

Bribery allegations persist in Tiruppur despite new govt’s pledge
General

Bribery allegations persist in Tiruppur despite new govt’s pledge

Tamil Nadu’s new government has said it is moving to end “party fund” collections and the long-running culture of kickbacks. However, a ground report from Tiruppur district alleges that bribery continues unabated across multiple government departments, hitting both businesses and the public. Industrial units—especially in textiles, dyeing, printing and allied sectors—are described as being treated as easy targets during inspections. Even firms that claim to follow rules say they face pressure to pay unofficial amounts to avoid disruption, with the fear of closure or stoppage orders cited as a key lever.

Honorary lecturers allege irregularities in TN assistant professor exam
Education

Honorary lecturers allege irregularities in TN assistant professor exam

Honorary lecturers in Tamil Nadu have alleged irregularities in the awarding of marks in the competitive examination conducted for assistant professor recruitment in government arts and science colleges. The Teachers Recruitment Board (TRB) held the examination in December to fill 2,708 assistant professor vacancies. A total of 42,064 candidates appeared. Results for five subjects were released in February, while results for the remaining 56 subjects were published recently. According to the Tamil Nadu All Government College UGC-qualified Honorary Lecturers Association, anomalies were noticed in the first set of results as well. State president Thangaraj said that among five candidates who received appointment orders, the TRB later revised the work-experience marks of two candidates.

MDMK votes to quit DMK alliance; two MLAs skip key meets
Politics

MDMK votes to quit DMK alliance; two MLAs skip key meets

MDMK has adopted a resolution in its general council to withdraw from the DMK-led alliance, according to reports from Chennai. The decision was taken amid visible internal strain within the party. A high-level committee meeting was held at the party headquarters ‘Thaayagam’ in Egmore, Chennai, chaired by party presidium chairman Auditor Arjunan. General Secretary Vaiko, Treasurer Senthilathiban and other office-bearers attended. The party has two MLAs. Sirkazhi MLA Senthilselvan, who won the seat, announced that he is leaving the party. Kadayam Nallur MLA Rajendran attended the high-level committee meeting, but did not take part in the general council meeting held the next day.

K. Bhagyaraj: The filmmaker-writer who reshaped Tamil cinema’s hero
Entertainment

K. Bhagyaraj: The filmmaker-writer who reshaped Tamil cinema’s hero

K. Bhagyaraj is widely seen as an artist who altered the direction of Tamil cinema by challenging the long-held idea of what a “hero” should look and feel like. At a time when audiences were used to rugged, aggressive leading men, he made simplicity—spectacles and an innocent demeanour—his signature, opening a new space for relatable protagonists. The article notes that he also proved his range by convincingly portraying darker shades on screen. Films such as Kanni Paruvathile (directed by P.V. Balaguru) and his own Vidiyum Varai Kaathiru are cited as examples where he established himself beyond the “soft” image.

Trump may visit India early next year, says US Secretary Rubio
Politics

Trump may visit India early next year, says US Secretary Rubio

Washington: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said President Donald Trump is likely to visit India early next year and that preparations are currently underway. Speaking in an interview at the White House, Rubio described India as a close partner and friendly nation of the United States. He also highlighted what he called a strong personal rapport between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Trump, calling it diplomatically significant.

PM Modi arrives in Seychelles for 3-day visit, to attend National Day
Politics

PM Modi arrives in Seychelles for 3-day visit, to attend National Day

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Seychelles on Friday for a three-day official visit to the Indian Ocean island nation. He was received at the airport by Seychelles President Wavel Ramkalawan, with members of the Indian-origin community also welcoming him with traditional Indian dance. Seychelles will mark its 50th National Day on June 29, where Modi is scheduled to attend as the chief guest. Two Indian Navy ships and Indian defence personnel are also expected to take part in the celebrations.

Sonia Gandhi accuses Centre of silence on Gaza conflict
Politics

Sonia Gandhi accuses Centre of silence on Gaza conflict

Congress leader Sonia Gandhi has criticised the BJP-led Union government for what she described as “silence” and “inaction” over Israel’s military operations in Gaza. In an article, she argued that India’s response to the conflict runs counter to both moral responsibility and the country’s national interest. She wrote that attacks affecting children were not accidental but part of a deliberate strategy, and said the destruction of schools and health infrastructure has worsened the humanitarian crisis.

Vaiko denies Rs 50 crore claim, says DMK spreading false charges
Politics

Vaiko denies Rs 50 crore claim, says DMK spreading false charges

Chennai: MDMK general secretary Vaiko on Friday alleged that the DMK is circulating “baseless” allegations that he received Rs 50 crore from Chief Minister Vijay. Speaking after the MDMK general council meeting in Chennai, he said the charges were aimed at tarnishing him and his family. Vaiko said the party had unanimously decided to exit the DMK-led alliance after the election results. He claimed the MDMK had stayed in the alliance for nine years to prevent the BJP from gaining dominance in Tamil Nadu, and added that he had praised the government and Chief Minister M.K. Stalin without criticising them.

Manickam Thakur appointed as Tamil Nadu Congress president
Politics

Manickam Thakur appointed as Tamil Nadu Congress president

The Congress leadership in Delhi has appointed Manickam Thakur as the president of the party’s Tamil Nadu unit, an announcement said on Friday. The change comes in the backdrop of the recent Tamil Nadu Assembly election, in which the Congress, as part of the DMK-led alliance, contested 28 seats but won only five. Then state Congress chief Selvaperunthagai also lost, and the party’s performance reportedly drew displeasure from the central leadership.

Screenwriting icon K. Bhagyaraj dies of heart attack at 73
Entertainment

Screenwriting icon K. Bhagyaraj dies of heart attack at 73

Veteran filmmaker K. Bhagyaraj, widely celebrated in Tamil cinema as the “screenwriting king”, died suddenly due to a heart attack. His passing has triggered an outpouring of grief among film personalities and fans. Born on January 7, 1953, in Erode district, Bhagyaraj moved to Chennai driven by a deep passion for films. After studying up to PUC, he began his career as an assistant director under filmmaker G. Ramakrishnan. A key turning point came when he worked with his mentor Bharathiraja, assisting and appearing in small roles in films such as 16 Vayathinile and Kizhakke Pogum Rail. He also contributed dialogues, including for Sigappu Rojakkal, and later emerged as a hero and writer in Puthiya Vaarpugal.

Director-actor Bhagyaraj dies of heart attack in Chennai at 73
Entertainment

Director-actor Bhagyaraj dies of heart attack in Chennai at 73

Veteran Tamil filmmaker, actor, screenwriter and producer Bhagyaraj passed away in Chennai on Friday morning (June 27) after suffering a heart attack. He was 73. According to reports, Bhagyaraj had returned to Chennai late on Thursday after attending the wedding of actress Khushbu’s daughter Avantika in Goa. On Friday morning, he went for his usual walk, complained of chest pain and was taken home by people nearby before being admitted to Apollo Hospital in Chennai.

Ayodhya Ram Temple trust secretary and trustee resign
General

Ayodhya Ram Temple trust secretary and trustee resign

The secretary of the Ayodhya Ram Temple trust and one of its trustees have resigned, according to a report from Dinamalar TV. The Ram Temple project in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, has drawn donations from across the country, with contributions coming from devotees as well as traders and industrialists. Along with monetary support, some donors have offered valuables such as gold, silver and diamond jewellery, and even silver bars. The report also notes that the consecration of the Balaram idol took place in 2024.

Saturday Pradosham today; Shiva worship said to bring manifold merit
General

Saturday Pradosham today; Shiva worship said to bring manifold merit

Today is observed as Saturday Pradosham, a day considered significant for Shiva worship. According to traditional belief, offering prayers and having darshan of Lord Shiva on Pradosham is said to yield manifold spiritual merit. The observance falls on Aani 13, corresponding to June 27. Devotees typically visit Shiva temples and perform special prayers as part of the Pradosham practice.

Pooja held for ‘Per Sollum Pillai’ with Kavin and team
Entertainment

Pooja held for ‘Per Sollum Pillai’ with Kavin and team

A pooja ceremony was held for the project titled ‘Per Sollum Pillai’, marking the formal start of the production. Actor Kavin attended the event along with Sanjana Krishnamurthy and Bala Saravanan. The short video shared by Dinamalar highlighted the team’s presence at the ceremony. No additional details about the film’s story, crew or release plans were provided in the source.

Dinamalar short titled: “Should I laugh or cry?”
General

Dinamalar short titled: “Should I laugh or cry?”

A short video published on Dinamalar is titled in Tamil: “சிரிப்பதா, அழுவதா என தெரியவில்லை!” (roughly, “I don’t know whether to laugh or cry”). The available source text does not provide further details about the incident, speakers, or the specific context behind the remark. The page appears under Dinamalar’s Shorts/Reels section and includes references to Tamil Nadu Assembly-related tags, but no reportable narrative is included in the provided content. As the source material shared contains only the headline and basic page information, additional specifics cannot be confirmed from the text provided.

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