BJP Criticizes Tamil Nadu Budget as Visionless, Supports All-Party Meeting on Cauvery Issue
Chennai, August 8: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Tamil Nadu units chief spokesperson, Narayanan Tirupati, harshly criticized the states budget on Friday, labeling it as visionless. He stated that there is no clear plan to reduce the growing debt burden or to create productive assets. Additionally, he emphasized that Tamil Nadus interests in the Cauvery ... Read more BJP Criticizes Tamil Nadu Budget as Visionless, Supports All-Party Meeting on Cauvery Issue
Tamil Nadu Governor flags off Magnum Carnival for children
Cauvery row: CM C Joseph Vijay backs talks with Karnataka, spars with Udhayanidhi Stalin
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay defended direct talks on the Cauvery water dispute. He stated readiness for humiliation if dialogue protected state interests. Vijay rejected Opposition leader Udhayanidhi Stalin's demand for an all-party meeting. The Chief Minister emphasized not politicizing the emotional Cauvery water issue. He reiterated Tamil Nadu's firm stance on its water rights.
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Maradona's 'Hand of God' ball heads to US auction
The soccer ball that Diego Maradona used to score his notorious Hand of God goal during Argentina's win over England in the 1986 World Cup is expected to sell for $10 million at a US auction this month.
'Will Consult Internally': DMK On Attending Vijay's Delimitation Meet
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay will chair a high-level consultation meeting with members of Parliament from the state on August 8 to discuss the Centre's proposed constituency delimitation exercise and its potential impact on the state.
Dont introduce common entrance test for veterinary courses, Vijay urges Modi
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Speaker decides to refer DMK MLAs remarks against CM Vijay to Privileges Committee
Markandayan, who was recently arrested for his remarks and is out on bail, was participating in the debate on the Budget in the Assembly, when Minister R. Nirmalkumar intervened and requested action against him
Udhayanidhi seeks timeline for crop loan waiver, drought relief for Cauvery delta farmers
Govt. should convene a meeting of farmers representatives from the Cauvery delta region, says Opposition leader
After a delay of year and half, CMRL completes tunnel between Purasawalkam and Kellys
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Cess to make liquor costlier in TN
Madonna and Blur producer William Orbit dies aged 69
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Six-hour train services between London and Stirling running with no toilets after fault
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Tamil Nadu: Udhaya Sues TV Channels Seeking Rs 100 Crore In Damages
The channels were asked to issue unconditional apology within 48 hours of receiving the legal notice in the broadcast and official social media pages: Reports
Abhijeet Dipke confronted a police sub-inspector at his residence for restricting visitors. He accused the officer of rudeness and monitoring people entering his home. Dipke also alleged plainclothes CID personnel were observing his residence. Videos of the confrontation and his complaint went viral on social media. He demanded the removal of the sub-inspector from his security detail.
Why there's a row about standing up while drinking in central London
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Agri Budget to improve horticulture sector in western districts
Tamil Nadu: Day Of Stormy Debates In Assembly
Cauvery was the lifeline of the State and an issue closely connected to the sentiments of the people of the State: Vijay
CM Vijay to hold consultation with Tamil Nadu MPs on Delimitation Bill on August 9
90 students get college admissions at Uyarvukku Padi special camp held in Coimbatore
15 new judges named for Madras high court; status of nine others unknown
Brendon McCullum Gives Blunt Opinion On Stephen Fleming Replacing Him As England Test Coach
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AI In Classrooms, But Girls Don't Have Access To Toilets In Over 1 Lakh Schools
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Two arrested for murdering labourer in Coimbatore
Cauvery Clash In Tamil Nadu Assembly: Vijay vs Udhayanidhi Over Mekedatu
A fierce political showdown erupts in the Tamil Nadu Assembly over the Cauvery water dispute and Karnataka's Mekedatu dam project. CM Vijay says there will be no compromise on Tamil Nadu's Cauvery rights, citing the state's resolution, letters to PM Modi and his meeting with the Prime Minister. Udhayanidhi Stalin demands an all-party meeting and accuses the government of failing to build a united front. With AIADMK and BJP also attacking the government, the key question is: Vijay vs Udhayanidhi - who has the stronger strategy to protect Tamil Nadu's interests?
DMKs participation in delimitation meeting essential, says Thol. Thirumavalavan
Indonesia bolsters nursery network to back environmental push
T.N. Agriculture Budget pitches schemes to tackle farm sector crisis
Indonesia begins constructing Scorpene submarine for Navy
Jipmer inaugurates newborn screening programme
Keralam urges TN to relax stone aggregate transport ban for NH work
In a letter to Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, Kerala Chief Minister VD Satheesan said Keralam has limited availability of suitable stone aggregates for large-scale infrastructure works.
Trumps 'Dont Like Them' Sports Stars Remark Sparks White House Buzz During Team USA Celebration
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England footballer Toney charged with assault at London nightclub
England international footballer Ivan Toney has been charged with assault causing actual bodily harm following an incident at a Soho nightclub in December last year.
Erode Collector inspects building donated to Red Cross
Collector S. Kandasamy assesses the condition of the building and discusses with officials on the works needed to make it operational for the organisations humanitarian services
Postal dept plans to close Ukkadam sub-post office in Coimbatore
Parineeti Chopra, Raveena Tandon join cast of Malamaal Weekly 2
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Police and prosecution errors left proven sex offender free to murder two women in London
Farmer representatives who attended a consultative meeting with state Agriculture Minister R Vinoth argued that direct negotiations would bypass the established legal protocol and contradict the Supreme Court verdict.
We dont have the one thing that we so desperately want: Indias Mandeep Singh on the Hockey World Cup
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DMK to skip Tamil Nadu CM Vijays all-party MPs meeting on delimitation
Tamil Nadu CM Vijays Wife Sangeeta Withdraws Divorce Petition, Family Court Closes Case
Chennai, August 7: Sangeeta, the wife of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay, has withdrawn her divorce petition against him. The Chengalpattu district family court accepted Sangeetas request and closed the case. Reports indicate that Vijay and Sangeeta had been living separately for personal reasons for some time. In December, Sangeeta filed a petition for divorce ... Read more Tamil Nadu CM Vijays Wife Sangeeta Withdraws Divorce Petition, Family Court Closes Case
After prolonged delay, portfolios of Puducherry cabinet led by Rangasamy announced
RBI employee missing after jumping into Adyar River; search continues
Vijay urges PM to fast-track Godavari-Cauvery-Gundar river link project
Vijay invites TN MPs for all-party meeting on delimitation
Puducherry launches WhatsApp helpline to resolve sanitation issues
Dont chase the dream blindly: Indian man in Paris offers a reality check on life abroad
Operation Cyber Vigil: Coimbatore city police arrest ten cybercriminals
Sports minister backs promoters hosting preseason matches in Indonesia
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay's Wife Sangeetha Withdraws Divorce Petition, Family Court Allows Withdrawal
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay's wife, Sangeetha, has withdrawn her divorce petition before the Chengalpattu Family Court. Appearing through video conferencing, she informed the court that she no longer wished to pursue the case. The court allowed the withdrawal, closed the proceedings, and granted her liberty to file a fresh petition in the future if required. The petition, filed in February, had contained allegations of adultery, mental cruelty, and marital breakdown against Vijay.
Bank Indonesia links US$3.8 billion Kalimantan projects with investors
Tamil Nadu Budget 2026: TVK-led governments first financial blueprint
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Farmers encouraged to go for PPFM spraying on crops to mitigate drought-like condition
PPFM is a beneficial bacteria which functions as a plant growth promoter and helps in short-term drought-mitigation for crops affected by water scarcity and heat stress, says agriculture department officials
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William Orbit, pop producer for Madonna, All Saints and more, dies aged 69
TN pleads in SC for quota benefits for Muslim converts
The Supreme Court has reserved its decision on a plea by the Tamil Nadu government challenging a Madras High Court verdict. The High Court had ruled that individuals converting to Islam are not automatically entitled to reservation benefits under the Backward Class (Muslim) category solely based on their conversion.
Newly appointed fire officers undergo sky lift rescue training in Coimbatore
Tamil Nadu introduces Bill to levy environmental and social welfare cess on liquor sales
The cess would fund a range of environmental and social welfare initiative including recycling, safe disposal and reuse of liquor bottles and containers, as well as rehabilitation and de-addiction programmes for individuals affected by alcohol addiction
Indonesia to assess Montara spill damage in East Nusa Tenggara
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay's wife, Sangeetha, has now withdrawn her divorce petition. However, she had levelled several serious allegations against the actor-turned-politician.
AIADMK Slams Karnataka On Cauvery Dispute, Urges TN CM Vijay To Hold All-Party Meet
He alleged that Karnataka has already built four dams in violation of historical agreements and is currently pushing to construct the Mekedatu dam to completely choke the water flow to Tamil Nadu
England striker Toney charged with London nightclub assault
England striker Ivan Toney has been charged with assault at a Soho nightclub, London's Metropolitan Police said on Friday, with the 30-year-old due in court next month.
Online Liquor Booking: Liquor bottles can be booked online in this state, customers get this benefit
Online Liquor Booking: TASMAC has launched a new mobile app in Tamil Nadu, through which customers will be able to order liquor online by seeing the brand, price and availability. Let us know the main benefits of this new facility. Liquor Booking News: If you are also from Tamil Nadu and you have to stand [] The post Online Liquor Booking: Liquor bottles can be booked online in this state, customers get this benefit first appeared on informalnewz .
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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay's Wife Sangeetha Withdraws Divorce Case
Vijay and Sangeetha's marital dispute has witnessed several adjournments this year. On June 15, the proceedings had already been adjourned after Sangeetha indicated her intention to withdraw the petition.
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Vijay Skips Divorce Hearing Citing Assembly Session, Case Adjourned
When the case came up for hearing on Thursday, Vijay's counsel sought another adjournment, citing the ongoing Tamil Nadu Assembly session. The court accepted the request and adjourned the matter without fixing a fresh date
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Tamil Nadu CM Joseph Vijay's wife Sangeetha withdraws divorce petition, months after filing it
In a major development, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay's wife, Sangeetha, has withdrawn the divorce petition she had filed before a local court. The case has now been officially withdrawn, bringing an unexpected turn to the high-profile matter.
Anbumani opposes PPP projects, says privatisation will hit jobs
Referring to the State Budget presented on August 5, the PMK leader said such projects would reduce government recruitment
Donald Trump loses 21 straight court battles for state voter rolls as midterms near
Federal judges have rejected the Trump administration's requests for state voter rolls. States are not required to share these sensitive records with the federal government. The administration's aggressive election oversight efforts have faced numerous courtroom defeats. Judges cite the Constitution's primary role for states in running federal elections.
Madras High Court admits income tax appeal against K.N. Nehru
It relates to the former Minister not having allegedly disclosed an income of 17 crore and investments of 11.98 crore in his I-T returns
Indonesia urges stronger tourism ties with Malaysia, Thailand
BJP criticises TVK-led government over law and order
Tamil Nadu Assembly passes unanimous resolution on tax devolution
The resolution sought equitable tax-sharing norms that reward fiscal performance while protecting States from being disadvantaged by population control success.
This Tamil Nadu Village Redefines Inclusion For Persons With Intellectual Disabilities
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Nilgiris Farmers Welcome Organic Farming, Millet Schemes in TN Agri Budget
Farmers and tribal leaders hail provisions for organic farming, minor millets, traditional cattle breeds and wildlife damage prevention in Tamil Nadu's Agriculture Budget 2026-27.
Anupam Kher Donates 5 Lakhs to Assam Flood Relief Fund
Mumbai, August 7: Actor Anupam Kher has stepped forward to assist victims of the devastating floods in Assam. He has donated 5 lakhs to the Assam Chief Ministers Relief Fund to support families affected by the disaster. This contribution was made through RTGS, showcasing solidarity with those impacted by the natural calamity. The funds will ... Read more Anupam Kher Donates 5 Lakhs to Assam Flood Relief Fund
Tamil Nadu tables bill to levy 'Environmental and Social Welfare Cess' on alcohol
Watch: Cauvery an emotional issue, wont play politics: Vijay
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay on Friday (August 7, 2026) said it was his idea to visit Bengaluru to hold talks with the Karnataka government on the issue of sharing Cauvery water.
Kushal Tandon jokes about Lock Upp crossover with ex Shivangi Joshi; sends bill
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TNEA 2026 Round 2 Seat Allotment Result Out at tneaonline.org; Check Allotment Status
The Directorate of Technical Education (DoTE), Tamil Nadu, has released the TNEA 2026 Round 2 Seat Allotment Result for candidates participating in the Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions (TNEA) 2026 counselling. Candidates who registered for the counselling process can now check
Tamil Nadu Assembly adopts unanimous resolution on fair share of Central tax devolution
Moving the resolution, Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson called upon the Centre to adopt a transparent, objective, and equitable methodology for the devolution of Union taxes
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'Ready for humiliation for TN's sake': CM Vijay defends proposed Bengaluru trip on Cauvery issue
