'Former minister will be exposed': Vijay-led Tamil Nadu govt on DMK 'corruption' audit report
Tamil Nadu's finance minister will present an audit report on corruption during the previous DMK regime. This report will expose alleged irregularities in the collection of party funds. The minister also reiterated the government's commitment to abolishing the NEET exam. He stated that a permanent solution for the exam is being actively planned. The first budget of the new government will be presented on August 5.
Will table audit report on corruption during DMK regime, says TN Finance Minister
Tamil Nadu Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson said the TVK government will table an audit report during the Budget session alleging corruption and party fund irregularities under the previous DMK regime. He also reiterated the government's commitment to abolishing NEET.
CRPF Head Constable Dies After Falling Unconscious at DPL Handwara
SRINAGAR: A CRPF Head Constable died after suddenly falling unconscious during the night at the District Police Lines (DPL) in Handwara, officials said on Monday. Officials said that the deceased was identified as Shiv Kumar, son of K. Vijay Sundaram, a resident of Ramambal village in Tamil Nadu. He was serving with the 92 Battalion []
Chennai court orders fresh probe into Rs 28 crore bribery case against DMK MLA Vaithilingam
A Chennai court ordered a new investigation into an alleged bribery case. The probe concerns former minister Vaithilingam and a Rs 28-crore bribe accusation. An anti-corruption NGO challenged the earlier closure of this significant investigation. The Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption will now conduct the extended inquiry. This renewed investigation is expected to be completed within the next three months.
Tamil Nadu supplementary results 2026: SSLC and HSC results expected soon at tnresults.nic.in
TN 10th 11th 12th Supplementary results: The Tamil Nadu Class 10 and Class 12 supplementary examination results 2026 for regular candidates are expected in the last week of July. Students will be able to download provisional marksheets from the official DGE and TN Results portals using their registration number and date of birth. The article covers the examination schedule, passing criteria, result access process, key statistics from the main examinations and the next steps after the declaration of results.
Ration shop in Tamil Nadu turns into library, sparks reading trend
Velu Chinnasamy transformed a Kolapakkam fair price shop into a community hub. He added amenities like chairs, fans, and drinking water for residents. A community library, Thiruvalluvar Noolagam, was established with resident contributions and support. The library now offers various books, benefiting students and senior citizens alike. Plans are underway to expand the library with more seating and lighting.
Hajj 2027: J&K receives just 4,691 applications
Jammu and Kashmir has received 4,691 applications for Hajj 2027, significantly lower than the Union Territorys expected quota of 7,981 pilgrims, indicating that the entire allocation may not be utilised if the present trend continues. According to a senior official of the J&K Hajj Committee, the applications comprise 2,566 male and 2,125 female pilgrims. Among the applicants, 24 women have registered under the Ladies Without Mahram (LWM) category, while 620 are senior citizens aged above 65 years. The number of applications is around 3,290 short of the expected quota, suggesting a lower response from intending pilgrims this year. However, the final quota for Jammu and Kashmir will be determined by the Hajj Committee of India in accordance with the Hajj Policy. District-wise, Srinagar recorded the highest number of applications at 1,152, followed by Baramulla with 595, Anantnag 420, Budgam 404, Pulwama 361, Kupwara 323 and Kulgam 265. In the Jammu division, Rajouri received the highest number of applications at 174, followed by Jammu 106, Poonch 101, Doda 85, Ramban 54, Udhampur 50, Samba 46, Reasi 38, Kathua 36 and Kishtwar 35. The senior official said the Hajj Committee of India will scrutinise all applications before initiating the subsequent stages of the Hajj 2027 selection process in accordance with the guidelines issued by the Ministry of Minority Affairs. At the national level, the Hajj Committee of India received 2,01,725 applications after the close of the registration window. Among the states, Gujarat recorded the highest number of applications at 31,755, followed by Maharashtra (28,372), Kerala (24,500), Uttar Pradesh (22,623), Karnataka (17,939), Tamil Nadu (14,124), Telangana (12,021) and Madhya Pradesh (10,141). Officials said the quota for Hajj Group Organisers (HGOs) has not yet been announced. The allocation under the HGO category will be notified separately by the Ministry of Minority Affairs, Government of India.
The Journey of Ministerial Accountability
Every nation is remembered not only for its economic progress or military strength, but also for the values that guide its public life. After Independence, India adopted the Westminster system of parliamentary democracy and with it a noble tradition of ministerial accountability. The principle was simple: while civil servants ran the administration, the minister in charge accepted the ultimate responsibility for both its achievements and its failures. Public office was regarded not as a privilege to enjoy, but as a trust to honour. For the first few decades after Independence, this principle lent Indian democracy a distinct moral strength. The generation that had led the freedom movement believed that the credibility of institutions depended as much on ethical conduct as on constitutional authority. Even in Jammu & Kashmir, despite deep political differences with New Delhi, many people admired the personal integrity, simplicity and public conduct of several national leaders. Political disagreements existed, but respect for character often transcended them. That culture, however, did not remain unchanged. Looking back over nearly eight decades of independent India, one can clearly trace a gradual transformation in the understanding of ministerial accountability. The finest embodiment of that ideal was Lal Bahadur Shastri. In September 1956, while serving as Railway Minister, Shastri offered to resign after the Mahbubnagar railway accident. Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru declined the offer, convinced that Shastri could not be held personally responsible for an operational failure. But just two months later, another devastating railway accident occurred at Ariyalur in Tamil Nadu, claiming more than 140 lives. Shastri once again tendered his resignation, this time insisting that it be accepted. There was no allegation of corruption against him. No commission had found him negligent. Yet Shastri believed that such a tragedy, occurring under his charge, imposed a moral obligation upon him to step down. Nehru accepted the resignation while making it abundantly clear that his faith in Shastris honesty and competence remained unshaken. That episode became one of the defining moments of Indian parliamentary democracy. Shastris resignation was not an admission of guilt; it was an affirmation of responsibility. It conveyed a powerful message that authority and accountability were inseparable. In those days, resignation was never considered a sign of weakness. On the contrary, it reinforced public confidence in democratic institutions. A minister who accepted responsibility enhanced the credibility of the government rather than diminished it. Shastris example influenced public life for many years. Finance Minister T. T. Krishnamachari resigned following the LIC-Mundhra controversy. Perhaps the last major example of this tradition before the turn of the century came in 1999, when Railway Minister Nitish Kumar resigned after the Gaisal railway disaster. His resignation was widely viewed as an extension of the standard set by Shastri more than four decades earlier. Even in 2000 and 2017, Railway Ministers Mamta Benerjee and Suresh Prabhu publicly offered to resign after a series of train accidents, acknowledging that a ministers could not remain indifferent to repeated failures in their department. These examples represented voluntary accountability. Some resignations were accepted, others were not. What mattered was that the ministers themselves felt answerable to the nation and were prepared to relinquish office if circumstances demanded. There was, however, another category of resignations. These came not from an immediate acceptance of moral responsibility but under the weight of political, parliamentary or judicial pressure. Among the prominent examples were the resignations of Defence Minister V. K. Krishna Menon after Indias defeat in the 1962 war with China, Home Minister Shivraj Patil following the Mumbai terror attacks, Telecom Minister A. Raja during the 2G spectrum controversy, and later Pawan Kumar Bansal and Ashwani Kumar in 2013. These resignations undoubtedly reflected accountability, but they differed from the Shastri model. Responsibility was eventually conceded when circumstances left little alternative. Around the beginning of this century, another significant shift became evident. Governments of different political persuasions gradually adopted the view that an administrative failure, by itself, should not compel the resignation of a minister. Unless there was evidence of personal misconduct, a judicial indictment or an overwhelming political necessity, ministers were expected to remain in office and oversee corrective measures. From an administrative perspective, this argument was not entirely without merit. A resignation does not by itself solve systemic failures. Yet the unintended consequence was that the moral bond between authority and accountability steadily weakened. The change became evident in a series of major controversies over the last two decades. Opposition parties demanded the resignation of L. K. Advani after the Gujarat violence of 2002. P. Chidambaram faced repeated demands over internal security issues and controversies surrounding the 2G spectrum affair. A K Antony was criticised over defence preparedness and procurement controversies. Smriti Irani and Bandaru Dattatreya were asked to resign after the Rohith Vemula episode. Narendra Singh Tomar faced sustained demands during the farmers agitation. Ajay Mishra Teni continued in office despite repeated calls for his removal after the Lakhimpur Kheri violence. Following the Balasore railway tragedy of 2023, the Opposition invoked the examples of Shastri and Nitish Kumar while demanding the resignation of Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. None of these ministers resigned or even offered to resign. Gradually, it came to be accepted that a government enjoying a comfortable parliamentary majority could simply ignore Opposition demands, however persistent they might be. Political accountability increasingly became dependent upon electoral arithmetic rather than constitutional convention. It is against this background that the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan assumes significance. Only a few days before his resignation, both the Minister and the Government had categorically ruled out any question of his stepping down. The Opposition demanded his resignation, but by itself it lacked the parliamentary strength to compel the Government to act. Similar demands against several ministers in recent years had failed to produce any result. What altered the political equation was the sustained mobilisation of students and young examination aspirants. Their movement, born out of deep frustration over repeated examination irregularities, gathered momentum instead of fading away. It steadily expanded beyond its immediate grievance and came to symbolise a broader demand for political accountability. Faced with a movement that showed little sign of losing public sympathy, the Government appears to have concluded that the Ministers continuation had become politically more costly than accepting his resignation. In doing so, it succeeded in easing an agitation that was growing day by day and whose future course had become increasingly uncertain. The emergence of this new youth mobilisation, the methods it adopted and the long-term implications it may have for Indian democracy deserve a separate and detailed discussion. Writers, constitutional scholars, political scientists and social thinkers will undoubtedly analyse its strengths, limitations and future trajectory in the times ahead. It would therefore be premature to draw sweeping conclusions about its lasting political significance. What can safely be said, however, is that this episode has reopened a conversation that had almost disappeared from Indian public lifethe conversation about the moral foundations of governance. Dharmendra Pradhans resignation cannot be placed in the same category as that of Lal Bahadur Shastri. Shastri resigned because his conscience demanded it. Pradhan resigned after sustained public pressure made his continuation politically difficult. The circumstances were different, and so were the motivations. Yet history often advances not through identical events but through symbolic moments. After nearly three decades in which governments had successfully resisted almost every demand for ministerial accountability arising out of administrative failures, this resignation marks a significant departure. It reminds those in public office that parliamentary majorities, however large, do not place governments beyond the reach of public opinion. Democratic legitimacy ultimately rests not only upon numbers in the legislature but also upon the confidence of the people. Whether this episode marks the beginning of a revival of the Shastri tradition or remains an isolated exception is something only time will determine. But it has undeniably revived a debate that had almost disappeared from Indian public lifethat democratic legitimacy rests not only on electoral mandates and administrative efficiency, but also on the willingness of those entrusted with authority to accept responsibility for serious failures under their watch. If that debate ultimately strengthens the convention that authority and accountability must go hand in hand, this episode will be remembered not merely for the resignation of a Union Minister, but for reaffirming one of the finest traditions of Indian parliamentary democracy. Shakeel Qalander, prominent business leader and a civil society animator
Tambaram seeks 111-crore stormwater drain project to tackle flooding ahead of Northeast monsoon
TVK Ministers defend state govts actions on Cauvery row
Tamil Nadus Rare Earth Corridor can become a magnet for investments: IREL
TNs critical minerals opportunity
Global shifts and domestic incentives create opportunities across the critical minerals value chain, attracting investment and strengthening manufacturing.
Coming soon: Stand-alone Tasmac bars
Man stabs 16-year-old girl who resisted his advances
Rahul to visit TN on Aug 1, says K C Venugopal
MLAs disqualification issue: EPS summoned before speaker on July 30
Chennai forest officials, NCC cadets mark Mangrove Forest Day with fresh plantation drive
15% students skip engineering counselling round one in Tamil Nadu
ASI to promote Pallava era rock-cut temple in Mahendravadi near Arakkonam
GCC steps up drive to prevent school dropouts
Students to design posters, create comics as part of club activities in govt schools
Madras HC notifies new rules for designation of senior advocates
Why India Needs National Agricultural Intelligence Network
Our farmers need an AI-powered agriculture platform to guide them on what to grow and why, when to irrigate, how to manage pests and where to sell produce
RTI appeals pile up as info panels disposal rate slumps
Puzhal police arrest four for abduction of drug offender outside prison
Typhoon warning grounds two Cathay Pacific flights between Chennai and Hong Kong
Watch | Census 2027 : How Tamil Nadu residents can complete self-enumeration online
Indias Census is going digital for the first time, allowing households in Tamil Nadu to complete the self-enumeration process online before officials visit. In this video, Dennis Jesudasan explains who can fill the form, how to register, verify your mobile number, mark your homes location on the map, answer the questionnaire, and receive the Self-Enumeration ID. Learn the important dates, the online process, and why accurate Census data is crucial for planning schools, hospitals, roads, housing, drinking water, and other public services.
The little workhorse that refuses to fade: TVS mopeds enduring legacy
AI-powered software on the anvil to fast-track building plan approvals in Tamil Nadu
According to sources, Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has directed officials to ensure building plan approvals are processed without delay wherever applications comply with the prescribed requirements.
Tamil Nadu Supplementary Result 2026: Classes 10, 12 Marksheet Soon For Regular Candidates
To access their marks online, candidates are required to enter their exam roll number along with their date of birth in the login window.
Tamil Nadu DGP Transfers Pregnant Woman Death Case to CB-CID
The case stems from the suspicious death of Afrin, a 24-year-old pregnant woman from Tirupathur, who died in June, less than five months after her marriage
Tamil Nadu extends 7th State Finance Commissions tenure till December 2026
The Seventh State Finance Commission is chaired by retired IAS officer K. Allaudin, and was formed in May 2025
The Federation of All India Medical Association (FAIMA) has urged the Supreme Court, Union Health Ministry and DGHS to expedite NEET SS counselling, stalled for nearly five months due to litigation over Tamil Nadu's in-service quota. The association warned that the delay is disrupting doctors' careers, worsening specialist shortages in hospitals, and jeopardising the current academic session.
In a statement, Mr. Arjuna said the State government was resolved to protect the livelihood of farmers in the Cauvery delta, ensure the States drinking water security and safeguard Tamil Nadus legal rights over Cauvery waters.
Centre Rejects Madurai, Coimbatore Metro Rail Proposals Again
Rejection of the project proposals for the second time turned to be another setback to Tamil Nadu's plans to expand metro connectivity beyond Chennai
Tamil Nadu gears up to host 31st Southern Zonal Council meeting in August
Union Home Minister Amit Shah will chair the Southern Zonal Council meeting. Tamil Nadu government has nominated Ministers R. Nirmalkumar and Rajmohan as members of the Southern Zonal Council.
Tamil Nadu government extends Seventh State Finance Commissions tenure till December 31
The Seventh State Finance Commission, chaired by retired IAS officer K. Allaudin, was constituted in May 2025.
Tamil Nadu cracks down on liquor overcharging, repeat offenders face dismissal
Tamil Nadu has introduced strict new rules for state-run liquor outlets. Staff overcharging above the Maximum Retail Price will face progressive disciplinary actions. First-time offenders receive a one-month suspension and a fine. Repeat offenders face longer suspensions and transfers to depots. Third-time offenders will be permanently dismissed from service.
J&K Junior Hockey Team leaves for National Championship
The Jammu & Kashmir Junior Men Hockey Team on Saturday departed for Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, to participate in the prestigious 16th Hockey India Junior Men National Championship 2026, scheduled to be held from 28th July to 8th August 2026. Representing the Union Territory on the national stage, the young hockey players carry the hopes and aspirations of Jammu & Kashmir. The team has undergone systematic coaching and intensive training, and is fully prepared to compete against the country's finest junior hockey teams. The office bearers of Hockey Jammu & Kashmir, as per a statement conveyed their heartfelt best wishes to the players, coaches, and support staff. They expressed confidence that the team will uphold the spirit of fair play, discipline, and excellence while striving to bring glory to Jammu & Kashmir through outstanding performances. The championship, organised by Hockey India, is one of the country's most prestigious junior hockey events and serves as a platform for identifying future national stars. The entire sporting fraternity of Jammu & Kashmir extends its unwavering support and wishes the team a successful campaign in Coimbatore.
How Jyotika helped shape 'Vishwanath And Sons'
Suriya's upcoming romantic drama 'Vishwanath And Sons' is highly anticipated for its August 2026 release. Actress Jyotika provided valuable script feedback during the film's development process. Director Venky Atluri expressed confidence in the audience's positive reception to the story. Initial casting debates for Mamitha Baiju subsided after the teaser release. The film has reportedly secured a significant Rs 45 crore Tamil Nadu distribution deal.
Residents appeal to WRDto improve initial stretch of Thanikachalam Nagar drain
They say the work will reduce flooding in areas around Madhavaram and Retteri; while a major portion of the drain had been upgraded by the department, work on the initial portion is pending
High interest on delayed pension benefits will trigger flood of claims: HC
Six metro stations on Vadapalani-Porur Phase-2 Corridor yet to be ready
Juvenile driving earthmover fatally runs over college student, detained
Guest worker killed as hoist trolley falls from fifth floor
Tambaram plans 165-cr restoration of 7 lakes as urban expansion gathers pace
Senthilbalaji, his brother appear for inquiry in TVK MLA poaching bid case
The inquiry was conducted when the former Minister came to record his attendance at the Triplicane police station in Chennai, as per the conditions set by the Madras High Court for his anticipatory bail
HC overturns ED court verdict against duo acquitted in CBI case
Dont hide your identity in RTI plea: Info commissioner
Southern Railway Cancels MEMU, EMU Trains on July 2627
IIT Madras counsels parents, sensitises them to stress endured by BTech freshers
Panel ready to fill 129 principal posts in TN govt colleges
Kamal Haasan urges Centre to establish national commission on education, examination reform
Watch: Celebrations erupt in Tamil Nadu after Dharmendra Pradhans exit
Tamil Nadu CJP celebrated the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, calling it a victory for students and democratic resistance. The organization described the development as a significant moment in the fight for education rights and accountability.
Tamil Nadu: Ramadoss Bids Adieu To Politics
Ramadoss came into public life as a doctor providing low-cost healthcare to the rural and backward population of Villupuram district: Reports
AIIMS Madurai tops vacancy list even as first batch nears graduation
The tribunal found the dealer liable for the unregistered vehicle. The owner and dealer must jointly deposit the compensation amount soon.
Trouble over temple land in Palani
First, it was Thirupparankundram. Now, it is Palani. Southern Tamil Nadu has been a hotbed of controversies surrounding religious places for some time now. The ownership and title of a parcel of land said to be within the precincts of the Dhandayuthapani Swamy Temple are now under debate, marking the first such controversy the TVK government has had to handle since taking office. The Hindu traces the origins of this conflict
Tamil Nadu: Perverse Incentives Prevent Micro And Small Firms From Growing Up
About 99 per cent of MSMEs are micro enterprises because the cost of regulation is tremendous the moment you cross the threshold from micro to small: Reports
Tamil Nadu to reopen MBBS, BDS application portal on Sunday
Two men die in Coimbatore road accident
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay's office to shift from British-era Fort to modern building
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister's office will soon relocate from Fort St George. This move is due to insufficient space within the historic British-era building. Operations will shift to the modern Namakkal Kavignar Maalaigai building. Several government departments will also move to the tenth floor there. The transition is expected to be completed by mid-August.
Residents of Thambiah Road in West Mambalam want Tasmac outlet out of their midst soon
A resident points out that following the closure of four Tasmac outlets in the T. Nagar as part of the new Tamil Nadu governments move to shut down outlets uncomfortably close to sensitive spaces, there has been a rush at this shop on Thambiah Road. With the increase in visitors to this outlet, what was a minor irritant has become a thorn in the side for residents of Thambiah Road. A resident claims elected representatives have promised the shifting of this outlet from Thambiah Road, and he wants them to deliver on the promise soon
M.K. Stalin urges Tamil Nadu CM Vijay to abandon talks with Karnataka
The visit will serve no purpose other than enabling the government to claim that it made a direct effort by travelling to Karnataka for talks, he said
Should India scrap NEET? Tamil Nadus call beyond the CJPsdemands | Insight India
In this episode, we unpack the exam that triggered massive Gen Z-led protests in Delhi and across the country. The NEET exam and this years paper leak pushed the Cockroach Janta Party to demand the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. But the protests have since come to encompass broader grievances with the NEET exam and systemic issues within the education system. Tamil Nadu is one State that has historically opposed the NEET exam. We discuss why NEET is such a controversial exam, the financialization of education, and whether a fair NEET means decentralising the exam. In conversation with The Hindus Health Editor and Tamil Nadu Bureau Chief Ramya Kannan.
Ramadoss announces retirement from politics on his 88th birthday
Dr. S. Ramadoss announced his complete retirement from political life on his 88th birthday. He officially handed over full party control to his son, Anbumani Ramadoss, on July 25, 2026. Dr. Ramadoss stated he will no longer make political statements or interfere in party affairs. Anbumani Ramadoss will now independently handle all future political decisions and party administration. This marks a significant leadership transition for the Pattali Makkal Katchi party.
Jana Nayagan: Sanam Shetty Responds to Controversy at Chennai NEET Protest Venue
Others debated the intersection of cinema culture and political protests in Tamil Nadu.
Former CM MK Stalin asks CM Vijay to 'open his mouth' on custodial deaths
MK Stalin questioned Chief Minister Vijay's silence on ongoing custodial deaths. He accused the government of refusing accountability and even apologies. Stalin recalled Vijay's past remarks about apologies being insufficient for such incidents. The opposition leader alleged the government lacked compassion for victim families. A recent Tuticorin death, denied by police, highlights the ongoing issue.
Anti-NEET Sit-In Enters Sixth Day in TN; Doctors To Join Stir on July 28
Medical professionals and students across Tamil Nadu are also set to launch a coordinated statewide protest on July 28
Suriya's 'Vishwanath And Sons' sees record pre-release business
Suriya's upcoming film 'Vishwanath And Sons' is generating significant pre-release buzz. The family drama has secured impressive theatrical rights for Tamil Nadu. This strong business reflects growing distributor confidence after 'Karuppu's success. The film requires approximately 110 crore rupees worldwide to break even. 'Vishwanath And Sons' is slated for an August 14th worldwide release.
'Jana Nayagan' BO day 2: Vijay's film drops 50.5%
Thalapathy Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' saw a noticeable collection drop on its second day. The film still managed to cross the 50 crore India net milestone. Worldwide gross collections for the movie have now surpassed 112 crore. The Tamil version continues to dominate the film's overall earnings significantly. Tamil Nadu remains the biggest market contributing substantially to its box office success.
Southern States Power India's Rise As A Global Economic Powerhouse, Says Karnataka CM
Wanting greater cooperation among southern States, Shivakumar said When Karnataka grows, India grows. When Tamil Nadu succeeds. India succeeds.
Chennai airport modernisation gets Dec deadline
GCC inspects apartments for bulk waste compliance
Fines BWGs Rs 5.1 lakh in July in raids; new policy underway to charge residents
Lot of booze but no space at Tasmac shops
Campuses say Konnichiwa to more foreign languages
German, Japanese Top Picks Of Students For Better Employability
Parents Told to Keep Minors Off Roads
Woman arrested for stealing ATM card from bus passenger
CMI wants to reverse poor admission trend in BSc maths course: Madhavan Mukund
Tasmac cracks down on liquor overcharging at retail shops; third MRP violation to lead to dismissal
The revised disciplinary guidelines, issued through a circular by Tasmac on Friday, follow a Madras high court order dated June 12.
Madras HC upholds expulsion of 2 VISTAS law students accused of kidnapping classmate
Six killed in two road accidents near Chennai
HC refuses to regularise temporary staffers in district judiciary
3,000 streetlights dysfunctional in Chennai
Panchayat secy, 3 sanitation workers booked for fire
Learn from Karnataka, recruit 1.5 lakh posts in 1 year, Anbumani urges TN
Chennai college students protest on campus in their own ways in support of Delhi protesters
'NEET Destroyed My Family': Brother of S Anitha, Tamil Nadu's First NEET Victim
S Anitha's brother joins Delhi NEET protests, demanding a ban on the exam that he says destroyed his family
Schools turn to nutrition charts, monitoring of food habits to balance academics and health
Man arrested for trespassing into house and sexually harassing woman in Thoraipakkam
