TN’s politics of Urimai

Tamils, who vote today, are used to a political culture that sees welfare as a right (urimai), not benefaction. DMK understands that well. But, its governance deficit is what gives AIADMK an opening. Problem? It’s still seen by many as ‘reporting’ to Delhi On April 23, Tamil Nadu will elect a new assembly. While news…

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Tamil Nadu housing minister pushes online sale of houses and plots | Chennai News

Chennai: Tamil Nadu Housing Board (TNHB) will soon shift all its services and property sales to online platforms. Housing and urban development minister B Rajkumar directed officials to digitise the board’s operations to improve transparency and make services more accessible to the public.Chairing a review meeting at Tamil Nadu Housing Board headquarters on Tuesday, the…

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Govt asst prof exam: Why are certain candidates’ marks highlighted? Anbumani | Chennai News

Chennai: PMK president Anbumani Ramadoss in a post on X on Monday, said even as the Teachers Recruitment Board (TRB) has failed to clarify prior allegations of grading manipulation, the emergence of colour-coded highlights on specific candidates’ score sheets has sparked severe distress among aspirants.He criticised the TRB, saying it irresponsibly handled an evaluation process…

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Temples resurface at Anjunem dam, heritage lovers call for urgent protection | Goa News

Keri: Every summer, as the water level in the Anjunem reservoir drops, the remains of temples from the submerged village of Gulle emerge again, revealing fragments of the area’s history. Heritage enthusiasts are pressing govt to take swift steps to safeguard and conserve these structures while they are exposed.The Anjunem Irrigation Project, completed around three…

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‘I hate it… it’s unreasonable’: Serena Williams calls out tennis anti-doping system ahead of Wimbledon return | Tennis News

Serena Williams during a practice session. (AP Photo) Serena Williams has launched a stinging criticism of tennis’ anti-doping system ahead of her long-awaited Wimbledon comeback, branding parts of the current testing protocol “unprofessional” and “unreasonable” while admitting the rules almost convinced her not to return to professional tennis.The 23-time Grand Slam singles champion, who re-entered…

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Lionel Messi’s team blames ex-Bengal minister for Kolkata event chaos | Football News

Argentine footballer Lionel Messi during an event as part of his ‘G.O.A.T. India Tour 2025 (PTI Photo) Fresh developments have emerged in the investigation into the alleged mismanagement during Lionel Messi‘s ‘GOAT India Tour’ event at Kolkata’s Yuva Bharati Krirangan in December last year. On Wednesday, members of Messi’s team reportedly approached the Bidhannagar Police…

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Aquarius Horoscope Today, July 02, 2026: Brace for a day of financial caution

The purse strings need tightening today, Aquarius. Expenses can rise faster than income, and if you keep saying, “It’s just a small amount,” you’ll feel the pinch by night. The Moon activates spending, while Saturn asks for restraint. Listen to Saturn.This isn’t the smoothest domestic day either. Tension can creep in through family interactions, casual…

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Jahangir Khan’s wife Sarika arrested for Falta PS attack, remanded to 3 days’ custody | Kolkata News

Jahangir khan’s wife sarika after her arrest Sarika Bibi (wife of Jahangir Khan) during production at Diamond Harbour court on Saturday after arrest Kolkata: Sarika Khan alias Zerina, wife of Trinamool Congress neta Jahangir Khan, was arrested by Diamond Harbour district police on Saturday morning in connection with the attack on Falta police station recently….

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‘Vihaan will never play cricket again’: Mother’s grief after Chembur tree collapse kills 11-year-old | Mumbai News

A young boy’s life was tragically cut short when a falling tree crushed the autorickshaw he was traveling in. MUMBAI:A cricket bat clutched tightly in a grieving mother’s hands has become the most poignant symbol of a young life cut short.Heartbreaking visuals emerged on Wednesday of Juhi Srivastav, mother of 11-year-old Vihaan Srivastav, who died…

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