The Times of India

Udhayanidhi Stalin condemned the arrest of Tamil rapper Arivu for his anti-NEET statements. He stated the government is trying to silence opposition to the entrance examination. Arivu's voice reflects sentiments across Tamil Nadu and the nation. The arrest occurred as nationwide protests against NEET gain momentum. Stalin reiterated demands to ban NEET and stop silencing critics.

The TVK-led government will present its maiden budget on August 5. A dedicated Agriculture Budget will be tabled the following day, August 6. The Assembly Speaker announced these dates to reporters at the Secretariat. Parliamentary immunity protocols for arresting legislators were also clarified by the Speaker. Prior permission is mandatory for arrests within protected Assembly premises.

Egmore police arrested four men for cheating a gold dealer of sixty-three lakh rupees. The accused had promised to supply gold at a discounted price. The prime accused, Sakthi, remains absconding and a special team is searching for him. Police seized cash and motorcycles used in the fraudulent transaction. The four arrested suspects were remanded in judicial custody.

Enforcement Directorate officials conducted searches at two Chennai locations on Tuesday morning. These searches targeted a retired RTO Deputy Commissioner's residence and a businessman's house. The operations began around 8 a.m. with Central Armed Police Forces personnel present. Officials did not disclose the specific reasons or the case under which these actions were initiated. Further details regarding any seizures were awaited as the investigation remains in progress.

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On Tuesday, the city and its suburbs are likely to receive light rain accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning during the evening and night.

IIT Madras will conduct the GATE 2027 examination from February sixth to twenty-first. The computer-based test will feature thirty papers and a revised syllabus. A new robotics and automation paper is being introduced for the first time. Textile engineering and fibre science will now be a sectional paper. GATE scores are accepted for postgraduate admissions and recruitment by various organizations.

PMK president Anbumani Ramadoss proposed a 25% state budget allocation for agriculture. This allocation aims to revive the sector and increase farmers' income significantly. The shadow budget includes substantial funds for agriculture and irrigation projects. Special initiatives and an expert committee are suggested for farming profitability. The proposal also seeks to restore water bodies and protect agricultural land.

A 43-year-old woman was allegedly murdered by her 19-year-old son in Perungudi. The accused reportedly strangled and stabbed his mother during the early morning hours. Police arrested the son, Rakesh, shortly after the incident occurred. Preliminary inquiries suggest the son faced mental health issues and academic failure. Investigators are examining all circumstances surrounding this tragic event.

A 20-year-old history-sheeter named Ajay was hacked to death by a four-member gang. The incident occurred late Sunday night near his residence in Washermenpet, Chennai. Police suspect previous enmity as the motive behind this fatal attack. Ajay was returning home on his motorcycle when the attackers intercepted him. Investigators are now examining CCTV footage and questioning witnesses to identify the suspects.

Vilathikulam DMK MLA GV Markandeyan was arrested by police after allegedly making threatening and controversial remarks against Tamil Nadu chief minister C. Joseph Vijay during a public meeting in Kovilpatti. His supporters protested the arrest, while police detained him, questioned him, and planned to produce him before a court, triggering political reactions.

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Raja Wahab Kashmiri Had Screen Presence Of A Young Rajini, Said Writer Jayakanthan, But As For His Tamil, It Was Atrocious

Kilambakkam eats into Koyambedu; Desolate bus bays a safety hazard

Will Ease Traffic, Cut Travel Time By 40%