AR Rahman reveals a fan predicted he will compose Ramayana in 2014
At the Ramayana promotional event in Chennai on Tuesday, AR Rahman shared a 2014 email from a fan named Sathish who had dreamed about the composer presenting the Ramayana through musical shows across India and the world.
The Indian Express
Schools closed in five Tamil Nadu districts after overnight rain
Tamil Nadu shuts schools in five districts after overnight rain, with heavy rainfall reported in Mamallapuram, Tenkasi, and surrounding areas.
- EducationHurts
Schools in five districts are closed for a day, disrupting students' classroom learning.
The Hindu
Annamalai quotes Modi’s 2011 ‘war’ remark to hit Centre over CJP curbs
Ex-Tamil Nadu BJP president takes on the party for the handling of the Cockroach Janata Party protests in the national capital.
The Indian Express'Is BJP opposing CJP or giving free publicity?' Asks K Annamalai over cockroach effigy burning
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) on Wednesday found an unusual ally in former Tamil Nadu BJP president K Annamalai.
The Tribune
Tech CEO denies demanding ₹3 crore from Chennai influencer who was found dead in suspected suicide
Tech CEO Jason Samuel has denied cyberbullying a Chennai-based financial influencer who was found dead at his residence on Tuesday night | Trending
Hindustan Times
Influencer dies by suicide, family claims death threats, Rs 3 crore demand by CEO
27-year-old finance influencer V Harish died by suicide near Chennai after alleging mental harassment, cyberbullying and income tax-related threats by tech CEO Jason Samuel in a video recorded before his death. The influencer’s father has also alleged that Samuel used the Puducherry CM’s name to threaten his son.
India Today
Tamil Nadu rains LIVE: CM Vijay to chair meeting on Northeast monsoon preparedness
Tamil Nadu, Andhra rains LIVE: Follow The Hindu's latest updates as a fresh system over the Bay of Bengal triggers heavy rainfall over several regions in South India.
The Hindu
Only TVK women have dignity? Chennai Mayor questions Vijay over obscene post
Chennai Mayor R Priya approached police over an obscene social media post targeting her. Her complaint questions TVK's response to alleged online abuse against women.
India Today
Inside Vijay Sethupathi's grand Chennai house worth Rs 50 crore
Vijay Sethupathi is surely one of the most versatile actors in Tamil cinema.
Times of India
Tamil Nadu rain: Schools in Chennai, four other districts declare holiday
Tamil Nadu schools in Chennai and four districts declared a holiday due to heavy rain, with forecasts of continued rainfall and possible orange-alerted districts.
The Hindu
How conversion affects reservation
The invalidation of Tamil Nadu’s order enabling persons converting to Islam from Backward Classes and Scheduled Castes to obtain Backward Class Muslim certificates highlights that while conversion cannot automatically transfer a person into a different notified community, continuing social disadvantage calls for an evidence-based inquiry
- EmploymentHurts
The invalidation of Tamil Nadu's order directly restricts access to Backward Class Muslim reservation benefits for religious converts, reducing job opportunities in public sector and reserved positions for this group.
- EducationHurts
Reservation in educational institutions is typically tied to the same notified community status, so the court's decision limits educational access for converts who previously qualified for backward class reservations.
The Hindu
Hindus, Muslims celebrate festivals of both faiths in this Madurai village
Thenur near Madurai showcases Hindu-Muslim unity as Hindus offer seer varisai from Sundaravalli Amman temple for a renovated mosque inauguration.
Times of India
Influencer with 1.3 million followers dies by suicide in Chennai
CHENNAI: A 27-year-old financial consultant and social media influencer died by suicide after alleged cyberbullying, defamatory social media posts and
Times of India
How much debt is too much for Tamil Nadu?
Tamil Nadu’s debt at 26.7% of GSDP is manageable but risky: 43% matures in 7 years and interest takes 21% of revenue, raising refinancing pressure.
- FinanceHurts
Interest taking 21% of revenue and 43% of debt maturing within seven years increases the state's refinancing pressure and fiscal strain.
Times of India
NTK candidate arrested over blockade during CM Vijay roadshow, DMK condemns action
Karthika, who contested the recently concluded Dharapuram Assembly by-election, was named in an FIR registered on the day of the protest. Police arrested her early Tuesday.
- JudiciaryHurts
Arrest of a political candidate for protest activity raises concerns about judicial independence and potential misuse of police powers during political campaigns.
India Today
‘Dog, lion & dead body’: DMK councillor booked over defamatory remarks against CM Vijay; slugfest in TN
Chennai police lodge FIR against DMK councillor Sudha Deenadayalan over her speech referencing Vijay at a party event attended by Kanimozhi.
ThePrint
Indian scientists identify Martian analogue sites
Kerala researchers identify Martian analogue sites in Tamil Nadu and Atacama Desert via hydrous sulfates, aiding Mars paleoenvironments study.
- EducationHelps
The research contributes to scientific knowledge and planetary science education, enhancing India's research capabilities and academic standing in space science.
- TechnologyHelps
The work advances India's space research and scientific technology infrastructure, supporting Mars exploration missions and remote sensing capabilities.
The Hindu
Tamil actor Karthik Sabesh, nephew of composer Deva, dies at 37
Tamil actor Karthik Sabesh, nephew of legendary music composer Deva, died at 37 in Chennai.
The Indian Express
How MS Dhoni's advice helped Sai Kishore unlock his bowling
Sai Kishore's second-innings hat-trick helped Tamil Nadu bowl Uttarakhand out for 113 and claim an innings win at Chepauk.
The Indian ExpressDMK councillor booked for defamatory remarks against Tamil Nadu CM Vijay in Chennai
A DMK councillor has been booked for allegedly making derogatory remarks against Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay at a party event in Chennai, with a video of her speech triggering protests by the ruling Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK).
The Tribune