The Times of India

Tirunelveli Police have launched 'TDP News', a rebranded YouTube channel, to showcase their daily efforts, from recovering stolen goods to tackling cybercrime. District Superintendent V Prassanna Kumar aims to inform the public about the police's extensive work.

Chettan Super King: Malayali community across Tamil Nadu does a whistle podu for Sanju Samson as he pads up for Chennai Super Kings this IPL. The move has ignited unprecedented excitement, drawing a surge of media accreditation requests from Kerala. His presence, amplified by a significant Malayali population in Chennai, has transformed local fan support, with many switching allegiances to CSK. Samson's connection to the city and his recent T20 World Cup form further fuel expectations for a succ

India's first bullet train corridor, Mumbai-Ahmedabad, will soon feature an AI-driven system to detect track defects and component failures in real-time. Mounted on trains travelling at high speeds, sensors will identify potential issues before they escalate, automatically slowing trains if necessary and predicting maintenance needs weeks in advance to enhance safety and reduce costs.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin met with CPM state secretary P. Shanmugam to discuss seat-sharing for the upcoming elections. Stalin offered five seats, one less than the 2021 allocation, citing alliance support. The CPM will discuss the offer with its state committee but affirmed its commitment to the DMK-led front.

AIADMK's Royapettah headquarters buzzes with activity as Edappadi K. Palaniswami hosts BJP's Piyush Goyal and allies for crucial seat-sharing talks. This follows high-level discussions in Delhi aimed at solidifying the alliance and countering political narratives. Formal agreements with key partners are expected today, reinforcing EPS's leadership.

Despite strong economic and social indicators, Tamil Nadu's fiscal health has declined, dropping to 13th in NITI Aayog's Fiscal Health Index. The state's expenditure on growth and welfare, coupled with rising debt, has led to emerging fiscal pressures, impacting its financial stability and potential central tax devolution.

Tamizhaga Vazhvurimai Katchi (TVK) founder T Velmurugan has exited the DMK-led alliance over seat-sharing disputes, stating his party won't join the BJP either due to religious division. Velmurugan expressed frustration with the DMK's ig brother attitude and alleged Chief Minister Stalin is influenced by RSS-aligned officials on caste surveys. TVK will decide its next move, potentially contesting alone.

AIADMK-led NDA in Tamil Nadu is nearing a seat-sharing agreement, with BJP's Piyush Goyal expected in Chennai soon to finalize the deal. Sources suggest AIADMK will contest around 170 seats, with BJP, AMMK, and PMK receiving significant allocations. Discussions with Union Home Minister Amit Shah focused on election strategy to counter the DMK.