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Student In Tamil Nadu Brings Machete To Class, Had Planned Revenge Attack On Classmate

Press Trust of India | Wednesday September 11, 2024, Tirunelveli (Tamil Nadu)

A school student brought a machete to class on Wednesday by hiding it inside his bag, a teacher stumbled upon it and an enquiry revealed that the boy had a plan to avenge the attack on him by his classmate, police said.

Spiritual Leader's "Past Lives" Speech In 2 Chennai Schools Sparks Row

Written by J Sam Daniel Stalin | Friday September 06, 2024, Chennai

An alleged superstitious speech by a spiritual orator Maha Vishnu at two government schools in Chennai has triggered a controversy and a debate over spirituality and superstition in schools.

Amid #MeToo Wave, Malayalam Actor's "Groomed Me As Sex Slave" Charge Against Director

Reported by J Sam Daniel Stalin, Written by Chandrashekar Srinivasan | Thursday September 05, 2024, Chennai

The flood of sexual assault and rape allegations roiling the Malayalam film industry has found echoes in neighbouring Tamil Nadu, after popular actor Sowmya accused a Tamil director of horrific mental, physical, and sexual abuse.

Actor Vijay's Much-Awaited Thriller Releases Today Ahead Of His Political Debut

Written by J Sam Daniel Stalin | Thursday September 05, 2024, Chennai

Actor Vijay's highly anticipated film, GOAT (Greatest Film of All Times), is finally hitting theaters worldwide today. This marks a significant milestone for the actor, as it is his penultimate film before he takes a political plunge.

Union Minister Shobha Karandlaje Apologises To "People Of Tamil Nadu" Over Controversial Remark

Press Trust of India | Tuesday September 03, 2024, Chennai

Union Minister Shobha Karandlaje on Tuesday filed an affidavit before the Madras High Court, apologising to the people of Tamil Nadu for her remarks made in light of the Rameshwaram Cafe blast in Bengaluru earlier this year.

Man Allegedly Flashes Student Inside Tamil Nadu NIT Women Hostel, Arrested

Written by J Sam Daniel Stalin | Friday August 30, 2024, Chennai

A woman student has alleged that she was sexually harassed inside her hostel room at the National Institute of Technology (NIT) in Tamil Nadu's Tiruchirappalli last night. The shocking incident sparked widespread outrage and late-night protests.

Nokia, PayPal Lead Tamil Nadu Investment Rush, MK Stalin Signs Deals In US

Written by J Sam Daniel Stalin | Friday August 30, 2024, Chennai

Several global tech giants, including Nokia, PayPal and Microchip, have announced plans to set up new facilities in Tamil Nadu, Chief Minister MK Stalin announced in a post on X.

Actor Kutti Padmini Says Sexual Harassment Rampant in Tamil Film Industry

Reported by J Sam Daniel Stalin, Edited by Anindita Sanyal | Friday August 30, 2024, Chennai

Ripples of the massive shake up in the Malayalam film industry over massive allegations of sexual exploitation, has reached neighbouring Tamil Nadu.

"Wait And See": MK Stalin Hints At Tamil Nadu Cabinet Reshuffle

Written by J Sam Daniel Stalin , Edited by Pushkar Tiwari | Wednesday August 28, 2024, Chennai

There has been intense speculation that Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin would elevate his son, Udhayanidhi Stalin, as his deputy.

Bijili Ramesh, Tamil Actor-Comedian And YouTube Sensation, Dies

Asian News International | Tuesday August 27, 2024, Chennai

Tamil actor Bijili Ramesh died due to prolonged illness in Chennai on August 26 night, his family said on Tuesday. He breathed his last at the age of 46.

"Old Friends...": Rajinikanth, Tamil Nadu Minister Make Up After Spat

Reported by J Sam Daniel Stalin, Written by Chandrashekar Srinivasan | Monday August 26, 2024, Chennai

Superstar actor Rajinikanth and Tamil Nadu Minister Durai Murugan patched up Monday - declaring each other "old friends" - after a spat over the former's praise for Chief Minister MK Stalin's handling "senior students who refuse to leave class".

2 Die In Explosion At Fireworks Manufacturing Unit In Tamil Nadu

Reported by J Sam Daniel Stalin | Saturday August 24, 2024, Mayiladuthurai, Tamil Nadu

At least two people were killed in an explosion at a cracker manufacturing unit in Tamil Nadu's Mayiladuthurai district on Saturday.

11 Indian Fishermen Arrested By Sri Lanka, MK Stalin Writes To S Jaishankar

Press Trust of India | Saturday August 24, 2024, Chennai

The Sri Lankan Navy has arrested 11 Indian fishermen from Tamil Nadu for alleged maritime violation, and Chief Minister MK Stalin flagged the matter with the Centre on Saturday, seeking immediate steps for their release.

Prime Suspect's Father Dies In Fake NCC Camp Sexual Abuse Case

Reported by J Sam Daniel Stalin, Edited by Anushka De | Saturday August 24, 2024, New Delhi

The main accused in the fake National Cadet Corps (NCC) camp sexual assault case in Tamil Nadu and his father have both died, police said. The state opposition leader Edappadi K Palaniswami and BJP chief K Annamalai have raised questions of criminal

Tamil Nadu Women Cops To Get 1 Year Maternity Leave: Chief Minister MK Stalin

Press Trust of India | Friday August 23, 2024, Chennai

Women police in the state force will be entitled to one year's maternity leave, and upon resuming work they will be posted at a place of their choice for three years to nurture their children, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin said on Friday.