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The audience was treated to soul-stirring light music, engaging drama performances, and a Bharatanatyam showcase that paid homage to Mrs YGPs lifelong commitment to the arts and education.

Cyclone Ditwah is moving towards the East Coast, with the Delta regions experiencing heavy rainfall. Chennai remains cloudy with intermittent showers. The cyclone is expected to reach the north Tamil Nadu and Puducherry coasts by the morning of November 30th. Light to moderate rain is forecast for several districts.

Cyclonic storm Ditwah, moving slowly, brought rain to south Tamil Nadu and is expected to cause intense showers in northern areas, including Chennai, this weekend. The storm, which caused over 80 deaths in Sri Lanka, is moving parallel to the TN coast, with red and orange alerts issued for heavy rainfall in several districts of Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh.

Chennai is bracing for a day of heavy rainfall on Friday, November 29, 2025, with temperatures ranging from 23.6C to 25.9C. Yesterday's 'poor' air quality, with an AQI of 117, might see slight improvement due to the persistent downpour. Residents should prepare for high humidity and brisk winds, carrying rain gear.

Services heading towards Rameswaram from Ayodhya, Chennai, Tambaram, Tirupati, Trichy, Thiruvananthapuram, Bhubaneswar and Madurai will terminate short of their destination.

O Panneerselvam is reportedly considering an alliance with the DMK for the 2026 assembly elections if unification efforts with AIADMK fail. His supporters believe aligning with the DMK aligns with Dravidian ideology and could counter Edappadi K Palaniswami's stance. Several former AIADMK leaders currently hold positions within the DMK-led government.

Cyclone Ditwah is poised to bring heavy rainfall to north Tamil Nadu, with red alerts issued for delta and coastal districts on November 28-29. Chennai and neighboring areas face orange alerts for heavy to very heavy rain on November 29-30. Wind speeds are expected to reach 60-80kmph, with potential for extremely heavy downpours in specific locations.

Veteran AIADMK leader K A Sengottaiyan has joined Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), signaling a clear intent to tap into the MGR legacy and its cadre. This move sets the stage for a four-cornered contest in 2026, potentially splitting opposition votes and weakening the AIADMK's alliance arithmetic.

Tamil Nadu's non-formal education department is exceeding its literacy targets, with 30 lakh learners aimed for by the New India Literacy Programme. Districts like Salem are leading the way, with volunteers and teachers providing basic Tamil and numeracy skills door-to-door. The program empowers adults, particularly women and daily-wage earners, to gain independence through improved literacy and life skills.

The ED says the fraudsters had named dummy individuals, who perform menial jobs in the firm, as directors of Aarudhra Gold Trading Pvt Ltd

Cyclonic Storm Ditwah has intensified over the Bay of Bengal. The storm is moving north-northwest. It is expected to reach the waters off North Tamil Nadu and Puducherry by early November 30. Coastal areas should stay alert for the approaching weather system.

Expelled AIADMK leader K.A. Sengottaiyan, along with former MP Sathyabama and supporters, joined Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) on Thursday. Actor Vijay welcomed Sengottaiyan, highlighting his five decades of political experience and fieldwork, which he believes will significantly benefit TVK's future endeavors.

Chennai expects a mild, rainy day today with temperatures around 28C. While yesterday's air quality was poor, rain might offer some relief, though masks are still recommended in traffic. The week ahead promises significant rainfall, peaking on November 29th, bringing cooler temperatures. Plan for showers and enjoy the pleasant evenings, but stay prepared for changing conditions.