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Director Bharathiraja laid to rest with full state honours in Theni
Entertainment

Director Bharathiraja laid to rest with full state honours in Theni

Veteran filmmaker Bharathiraja, celebrated as a towering figure in Tamil cinema, was laid to rest with full state honours at his farm in Kaatroad, Theni. His body was buried as rifle volleys were fired, in line with the Tamil Nadu government’s announcement. Born in Theni district, Bharathiraja moved to Chennai driven by his passion for films and took up various jobs before getting his breakthrough. He made his directorial debut with 16 Vayathinile and is widely credited with taking Tamil cinema beyond studio-bound settings into the outdoors.

India condemns US strike that killed three Indian sailors near Hormuz
Politics

India condemns US strike that killed three Indian sailors near Hormuz

India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has condemned a US attack on a cargo vessel near the Strait of Hormuz, off the coast of Oman, in which three Indian sailors were killed. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said a series of incidents involving Indian seafarers has been reported in West Asia in recent days, and that the government is treating their safety and welfare as a priority. He said India had already denounced the strike, and that US officials were summoned to convey New Delhi’s condemnation and place its concerns on record. The MEA said it expects the US side to take India’s request seriously.

Napoleon pays tribute to mentor Bharathiraja
Entertainment

Napoleon pays tribute to mentor Bharathiraja

A short video shared on Dinamalar shows actor-politician Napoleon paying tribute to filmmaker Bharathiraja. In the clip, Napoleon refers to Bharathiraja as his mentor and expresses grief, using the phrase “RIP Bharathiraja.” The post appears in Dinamalar’s Shorts/Reels section, indicating it is presented as a brief, social-style video update. No additional details about the circumstances or further statements were provided in the available source content.

Tamil Nadu ‘suffering due to administrative lapses’: report
Politics

Tamil Nadu ‘suffering due to administrative lapses’: report

A short video published by Dinamalar carries the headline, “Tamil Nadu suffering due to administrative lapses.” The available source text does not include additional reporting details, such as specific incidents, departments involved, or official responses. As the content provided is limited to the headline and link metadata, further verification from the full video or accompanying report would be required to present more context. Readers are advised to refer to the original Dinamalar video for the complete presentation and any supporting information.

India’s semiconductor push faces gaps in infrastructure and market links
Technology

India’s semiconductor push faces gaps in infrastructure and market links

India has reached a stage where chip design, manufacturing and packaging can be done domestically, but building a strong end-to-end ecosystem remains the biggest hurdle. Industry voices say the missing links between designers, manufacturers and end users are preventing Indian chips from scaling in the local market. At a facility in Greater Noida, Vervesemi’s co-founder Pratap Narayan Singh pointed to a chip used in weighing machines and said India needs about 500 crore chips annually, most of which are still imported. A colleague, Rakesh Malik, highlighted a chip made for ISRO, underscoring how high-value such components can be despite their tiny size.

Modi surpasses Nehru with 4,399 consecutive days as Prime Minister
Politics

Modi surpasses Nehru with 4,399 consecutive days as Prime Minister

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has surpassed the late Jawaharlal Nehru’s record for the longest continuous tenure as an elected Prime Minister, completing 4,399 consecutive days in office. Modi first took oath on May 26, 2014, and has remained Prime Minister without a break for 12 years. Nehru, India’s first Prime Minister, became the first popularly elected Prime Minister on May 13, 1952, and served continuously for 4,398 days. The report notes that Nehru also headed the interim government from 1947 to 1952 before the first Lok Sabha election.

TN CM Vijay meets President, Vice President; calls on Sonia and Rahul
Politics

TN CM Vijay meets President, Vice President; calls on Sonia and Rahul

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay, who is in New Delhi to attend the NITI Aayog meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, met President Droupadi Murmu and Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan on Tuesday as a courtesy call. After arriving in the capital for a three-day visit, Vijay went to Tamil Nadu House from the airport, where he was received by senior officials including Chief Secretary Sai Kumar. He was also accorded a police guard of honour.

Udhayanidhi trains five hours daily ahead of Assembly budget session
Politics

Udhayanidhi trains five hours daily ahead of Assembly budget session

Opposition Leader Udhayanidhi is undergoing special preparation to speak in the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly budget session, according to senior DMK functionaries. They said the first budget session of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) government is set to begin on June 18, drawing heightened public expectations. The session is also Udhayanidhi’s first as Leader of the Opposition, prompting anticipation within the DMK as well. DMK leaders recalled that Udhayanidhi’s earlier speech during the confidence vote on the TVK government received wide attention, after which Chief Minister Vijay issued a lengthy statement from home, as he was unable to respond immediately on the floor of the House. Following criticism, Vijay is said to be preparing to deliver prompt replies during the budget session and to frame department-wise debates to counter the Opposition.

Former AIADMK minister Benjamin joins DMK in Stalin’s presence
Politics

Former AIADMK minister Benjamin joins DMK in Stalin’s presence

Former AIADMK minister Benjamin joined the DMK on June 10 at the party headquarters, Anna Arivalayam, in Chennai. He formally entered the party in the presence of DMK president and Chief Minister M.K. Stalin. Benjamin had been a senior functionary in the AIADMK, serving as the Tiruvallur Central East district secretary. He had joined the AIADMK in 1988 and worked for about 15 years as the party’s Villivakkam union secretary.

Supreme Court orders Kerala to care for tallest elephant ‘Raman’ at own cost
General

Supreme Court orders Kerala to care for tallest elephant ‘Raman’ at own cost

The Supreme Court has directed the Kerala government to take custody of ‘Raman’, considered the tallest elephant in the state, and maintain it at the government’s own expense in a rehabilitation camp. Raman, said to be 10.53 feet tall, has been under the care of a man named Krishnankutty. The court noted allegations that the elephant was taken to weddings and religious functions in processions for earnings, despite earlier Supreme Court directions against using elephants for commercial gain.

Centre okays price revision to prevent shortage of key chemo drugs
Health

Centre okays price revision to prevent shortage of key chemo drugs

New Delhi: The Union government has approved a price revision for two widely used chemotherapy medicines after manufacturers reportedly stopped production, citing losses under the existing price cap. Carboplatin and cisplatin are commonly used in chemotherapy for multiple types of cancer. Their key raw materials have seen sharp increases in international markets, and overseas suppliers raised prices accordingly. In India, these drugs are part of the National List of Essential Medicines, under which the government regulates selling prices. Companies said continuing sales at the current controlled prices was not financially viable, leading to production being halted. Reports had also pointed to temporary disruptions linked to quality-control issues at some major manufacturing facilities.

TNEB chief says power board not failing; outages being exaggerated
General

TNEB chief says power board not failing; outages being exaggerated

Chennai: Tamil Nadu Electricity Board (TNEB) Chairman Radhakrishnan on Tuesday said the state has sufficient electricity to meet demand and that there is no overall shortage. He alleged that power interruptions in a few locations are being portrayed as if the entire board has “failed”. He said Tamil Nadu’s power demand is among the highest in the country, after Maharashtra, Gujarat and Uttar Pradesh, and that the Centre’s National Power Distribution Centre monitors the state’s supply and demand in real time.

Delhi High Court warns social media against 'spectator' role in defamation
Politics

Delhi High Court warns social media against 'spectator' role in defamation

The Delhi High Court has cautioned social media platforms against remaining passive when illegal or defamatory content is circulated on their services, saying they should not act like “spectators” until a court order arrives. The observation came in a contempt petition filed by the Delhi High Court Bar Association. The case relates to a video posted on social media by Dr Kapil Kakkar after a building collapse in Delhi’s Saket area last month that killed six people.

Indian cargo ship attacked near Strait of Hormuz; 21 sailors rescued
General

Indian cargo ship attacked near Strait of Hormuz; 21 sailors rescued

A cargo ship near Oman, close to the Strait of Hormuz, came under attack on Tuesday amid heightened tensions in West Asia. Following the incident, the vessel sent out an emergency distress call. Rescue operations were carried out with assistance from the Omani Navy. Officials said the ship had 28 crew members on board, including 24 Indians. From the burning vessel, 21 Indian sailors were brought to safety. Search efforts are continuing for three crew members who are still unaccounted for.

Congress appeals to EC after Meenakshi Natarajan’s nomination rejected
Politics

Congress appeals to EC after Meenakshi Natarajan’s nomination rejected

Congress leaders on Tuesday met Election Commission officials in New Delhi, urging them to overturn the rejection of former MP Meenakshi Natarajan’s nomination for the Rajya Sabha election in Madhya Pradesh. The party said the decision was “anti-democratic” and sought an immediate review. Elections are scheduled on June 18 for 26 Rajya Sabha vacancies across the country, including three seats from Madhya Pradesh. In the 230-member state Assembly, 58 votes are needed to elect one Rajya Sabha member; the BJP has 164 MLAs, while the Congress has 64.

Centre plans BS-7 emission norms by 2030; auto sector seeks more time
Business

Centre plans BS-7 emission norms by 2030; auto sector seeks more time

New Delhi: The Union government is expected to publish a draft of Bharat Stage 7 (BS-7) emission norms in the current financial year, with the standards likely to be implemented by 2030, according to reports. BS-7 would follow BS-6, which has been in force since 2020. The government is understood to be planning the next upgrade within a 10-year window, and the framework is expected to align with the European Union’s upcoming Euro 7 norms.

Mamata meets Sonia in Delhi; merger talk swirls amid TMC infighting
Politics

Mamata meets Sonia in Delhi; merger talk swirls amid TMC infighting

New Delhi: With the Trinamool Congress (TMC) grappling with intense internal discord in West Bengal, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s recent visit to Delhi has triggered fresh political speculation, including talk of a possible merger with the Indian National Congress. The buzz comes in the aftermath of the Assembly election in which the TMC lost power after 15 years amid a strong BJP wave. Reports said resentment within the party—particularly over Mamata’s relative Abhishek Banerjee—along with public anger, reflected sharply in the defeat.

Durai Vaiko: MDMK to decide on TVK alliance at June 27 council
Politics

Durai Vaiko: MDMK to decide on TVK alliance at June 27 council

MDMK MP Durai Vaiko on Wednesday said the party will take a decision at its general council meeting on June 27 on whether to contest the upcoming local body elections by joining the TVK-led alliance. Speaking to reporters in Manamadurai in Sivaganga district, he said the state government should identify and address the reasons behind power cuts. He also criticised the removal of three news channels from the government cable network, calling it condemnable and damaging to the government’s image.

Hindu Munnani urges no compromise on national security
Politics

Hindu Munnani urges no compromise on national security

TIRUPPUR: Hindu Munnani has urged the Centre to take stringent steps, stating that there should be no compromise on national security. In a statement, the outfit’s leader Kadeswara Subramaniam said an alleged conspiracy had come to light in which Pakistan planned to target Indian passenger aircraft. He claimed the plot involved using modern tools and technology to create location confusion and trigger accidents. He further alleged that 2,354 instances of signal disruption had been recorded over the past two years, and that there were indications of support from the Pakistan government.

Madurai Bench bars daily fee collection from street vendors
Politics

Madurai Bench bars daily fee collection from street vendors

The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court has restrained municipalities and other local bodies in Tamil Nadu from collecting daily fees from street vendors, directing them to collect only the annual licence fee prescribed under the applicable rules. The order was passed by a division bench of Justices B. Velmurugan and B. Pugalendhi while hearing a contempt petition filed by Siddharthan of Kadayanallur in Tenkasi district. The court referred to the Street Vendors (Protection of Livelihood and Regulation of Street Vending) Act, 2014, enacted following Supreme Court directions, and the Tamil Nadu government’s 2015 scheme and government order framed under it.

Singappen force won’t register cases or probe crimes: IG Bhavaneeswari
Crime

Singappen force won’t register cases or probe crimes: IG Bhavaneeswari

Chennai: The Singappen Special Rapid Response Force will not be involved in registering cases or conducting investigations, its Inspector General Bhavaneeswari said in an interview. She said the unit has been created specifically to prevent crimes against women and children across Tamil Nadu. The state government has allocated Rs 354 crore for the force, under which 316 four-wheelers, 101 two-wheelers and 49 drones, among other equipment, are to be procured for patrol duties.

CM Vijay tells municipal officials to act honestly, without pressure
Politics

CM Vijay tells municipal officials to act honestly, without pressure

Chennai: Chief Minister Vijay has instructed officials in corporations and municipalities, including town planning officers, to function “honestly and independently,” according to sources. After the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) came to power, the Municipal Administration department has been kept under the Chief Minister’s direct control, with no separate minister in charge. Several key posts—such as the department secretary, corporation commissioners, municipal commissioners and town planning officers—have reportedly seen transfers and fresh appointments.

‘Lioness’ Special Task Force begins operations across Tamil Nadu
Crime

‘Lioness’ Special Task Force begins operations across Tamil Nadu

The Tamil Nadu Police’s “Lioness” Special Task Force has begun operations, with teams deployed across all districts, according to IG Bhavaneeswari. She said 70 teams are currently functioning, and the strength will be expanded to a total of 270 teams. In Chennai, two teams have been placed under each Deputy Commissioner, while Avadi and Tambaram have four teams each. A dedicated control room has been set up to enable the unit to function independently, with enhanced monitoring through available facilities. The IG noted that social media has been causing significant harm to women, including severe mental stress, and said justice would be ensured for any affected woman.

Directors Bala, Cheran, Vetrimaaran and Mysskin pay tribute to Bharathiraja
Entertainment

Directors Bala, Cheran, Vetrimaaran and Mysskin pay tribute to Bharathiraja

Veteran Tamil film director Bharathiraja (84) died in Chennai on Tuesday (June 10) due to health-related issues. Bharathiraja was regarded as a leading figure in the Tamil film industry, known for his long-standing presence as a prominent director. Following the news of his demise, filmmakers Bala, Cheran, Vetrimaaran and Mysskin paid tributes, remembering his contribution to Tamil cinema. The tributes were shared as part of coverage highlighting the film fraternity’s condolences over the loss of the veteran director.

Southwest monsoon intensifies; heavy rain alert for 11 TN districts
Environment

Southwest monsoon intensifies; heavy rain alert for 11 TN districts

Tamil Nadu is seeing increased rainfall as the southwest monsoon intensifies, with precipitation reported to be above the seasonal average. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heavy rain warning for 11 districts in the state. According to the update, an atmospheric low-pressure trough is in place from the central Bay of Bengal towards coastal Karnataka, passing through coastal Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Karnataka. Weather conditions linked to this system are expected to support enhanced rainfall activity across parts of Tamil Nadu.

Dinamalar releases short video titled 'Living is hard in a human world'
General

Dinamalar releases short video titled 'Living is hard in a human world'

Dinamalar has released a short-form video in its shorts/reels section titled in Tamil as “மனிதன் நாட்டில் வாழ்வது கடினம்”. The video appears under the Dinamalar Anmeegam (spiritual) category on the publisher’s platform. No additional details about the video’s content were available from the provided source text beyond the title and listing information.

Pandiarajan pays tribute to filmmaker Bharathiraja
Entertainment

Pandiarajan pays tribute to filmmaker Bharathiraja

Pandiarajan paid tribute to veteran Tamil filmmaker Bharathiraja, according to a short video shared by Dinamalar. The clip, titled “RIP Bharathiraj,” shows Pandiarajan offering his respects and remembering the noted director. No further details about the tribute event or related arrangements were provided in the source. The video was published under Dinamalar’s Shorts/Reels section.

AIADMK candidates allege poll funds not returned, pressure leadership
Politics

AIADMK candidates allege poll funds not returned, pressure leadership

AIADMK candidates have alleged that funds they paid to the party leadership ahead of ticket selection were not returned after the Assembly election, leaving several of them under financial strain, according to party functionaries. Functionaries said the party contested 169 constituencies and began candidate selection about two months before the polls through close relatives of the leadership. Those seeking tickets were asked to pay an advance amount to demonstrate their ability to meet campaign expenses, and sums ranging from ₹8 crore to ₹15 crore were reportedly collected from aspirants across Tamil Nadu.

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