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The RSS and BJP’s quiet takeover of Auroville

As you step into Auroville, you’re met with roads that emerge suddenly only to vanish just as abruptly. Once a symbol of tranquility, the township now mirrors the bustling transformation of any Indian city – the landscape is punctuated with road construction, trees are reduced to logs and piled along…

Newslaundry · Apr 1, 2025

8 ways to make the most of Ooty this summer

Ooty, nestled in the Nilgiri Hills of Tamil Nadu, India, is a quintessential summer retreat known for its cool climate, lush greenery, and colonial charm. Ooty in summer (March to June) typically sees temperatures between 15°C and 25°C, offering a respite from the sweltering plains. Plan ahead for accommodations and…

The Times of India · Mar 30, 2025

'Traitor Remark': Kunal Kamra moves Madras High Court seeking pre-arrest bail

Kamra submitted he hails from Tamil Nadu's Vullupuram district and feared arrest by Mumbai Police. Read further on dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Mar 28, 2025

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How did we become the world’s largest open-air zoo of offended people?

There’s a comedy venue in Mumbai called The Habitat. But its true identity lies in its logo – an unnaturally tall and innocent-looking H. This H has the kind of polarised energy usually reserved for other combinations of letters, such as an R and an S and then another S.

Newslaundry · Mar 27, 2025

Rameshwaram: PM Narendra Modi to inaugurate India’s first vertical lift sea bridge on Ram Navami

In a significant event slated for April 6, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Rameshwaram, Tamil Nadu, to mark the occasion of Ram Navmi with prayers at the revered Ramanathswamy Temple. Prime Minister Modi will also inaugurate the newly constructed Pamban Bridge, a modern engineering marvel set to replace the…

The Times of India · Mar 26, 2025

Tamil Nadu: YouTuber Savukku Shankar’s house attacked, alleges police complicity

YouTuber Savukku Shankar’s house in Chennai was vandalised on Monday, March 24, by a group of unidentified individuals who allegedly entered the premises under the guise of sanitation workers. The attackers poured sewage water, ransacked the house, and verbally abused his mother. The assault is believed to be in retaliation…

Newslaundry · Mar 25, 2025

India’s 11 richest states allocate only 4% of budget for police, judiciary, prisons and legal aid

India’s 11 richest states allocated Rs 1.97 lakh crore in 2024-25 for the functioning of their justice systems – including the police, judiciary, prison and legal aid – which was 36 percent more than the spending in 2022-23, according to a new report by India Justice Report, a collective that…

Newslaundry · Mar 24, 2025

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Star Vijay holds back Neeya Naana episode on 3-language policy, DMK alleges BJP pressure

Amid the ongoing standoff between the union government and Tamil Nadu over the three-language policy, a fresh controversy has emerged after Tamil television channel Star Vijay stalled its programme on the issue. The network had recorded an episode for its flagship debate show Neeya Naana, hosted by television personality Gopinath.

Newslaundry · Mar 17, 2025

Heritage trip in Tamil Nadu: A day at the Group of Monuments at Mahabalipuram

A heritage trip to Tamil Nadu is incomplete without a visit to Mahabalipuram, an ancient port city known for its rock-cut architecture and stunning monuments. Nestled along the Coromandel Coast, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is a treasure trove of artistic and architectural brilliance, and what a stunningly beautiful drive!

The Times of India · Mar 16, 2025

On delimitation fears, some lessons from Jammu and Kashmir

Concerns of southern states regarding the impending delimitation exercise after the freeze on it lapses in 2026 are valid. Tamil Nadu chief minister MK Stalin, who is one of the most vocal critics of the proposed delimitation, has justifiably framed it as an existential threat. Delimitation based on population would…

Newslaundry · Mar 15, 2025

Why Modi’s plan to redraw India’s political map has sparked a backlash

Delimitation will likely diminish influence of southern states and give more power to northern states where prime minister’s party enjoys strong support

The Independent UK · Mar 11, 2025

Man killed by elephant near Coonoor in Tamil Nadu

The deceased, identified as Vijayakumar from Sembakkarai village, was returning home along with his friend Ravi on Sunday night when the wild elephant attacked them. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Mar 10, 2025

Tamil Nadu: Bus-lorry collision claims five lives, 10 injured in Tiruvallur

Tiruttani police said that 10 injured people have been admitted to Thiruttani General Hospital. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Mar 7, 2025

India sees sharp spike in Swine Flu infections: What is it and how to stay safe

The number of swine flu (H1N1) cases in India is rapidly increasing, with thousands of infections reported in different areas. Government statistics show that as of December 2024, the sickness had infected over 20,414 people and killed 347 of them. States like Delhi, Kerala, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, and Rajasthan…

The Times of India · Mar 3, 2025

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Newslaundry · Mar 3, 2025

Let Me Explain: Tamil Nadu's century-long struggle against Hindi 'imposition'

Tamil Nadu is once again at loggerheads with the BJP-led union government over the perceived imposition of Hindi in southern states. The DMK-led Tamil Nadu government has accused the Modi government of withholding over Rs 2,000 crores meant for the state after it rejected the three-language formula proposed in the…

Newslaundry · Mar 1, 2025

Hafta 526: Elon Musk’s DOGE, Tamil Nadu-Centre clash over three-language formula

This week on Hafta, Newslaundry’s Abhinandan Sekhri, Raman Kirpal, Jayashree Arunachalam, and Shardool Katyayan are joined by Nitin Pai, director of Takshashila Institution, and The News Minute’s Shabbir Ahmed.

Dynamite News · Feb 28, 2025

"All languages should be respected": Tejashwi Yadav on CM Stalin's remark

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin urged the people to "rise" to defend the state in a fight against the delimitation of constituencies and the three-language policy. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Feb 28, 2025

Tamil Nadu CM urges people to fight for language and fair delimitation

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Friday urged the people to "rise" to defend the state in a fight against the delimitation of constituencies and the three-language policy. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Dynamite News · Feb 24, 2025

TN: Rameswaram fishermen on strike after SL Navy arrests 32; Their demands?

Since last January, 18 boats have been seized by the Sri Lankan Navy, and 131 Tamil Nadu fishermen have been arrested. Read further on Dynamite News:

Newslaundry · Feb 23, 2025

South Central Ep 15: Centre vs TN over language policy, media censorship

In this episode of South Central, hosts Dhanya Rajendran, Pooja Prasanna, and Leena Reghunath are joined by TNM’s executive editor Sudipto Mondal and senior journalist K Venkataramanan to discuss the union government withholding education funds from Tamil Nadu over the three-language policy and what it signals about its control over…

Dynamite News · Feb 21, 2025

Actor Nassar thanks Tamil Nadu CM Stalin, Deputy CM Udhayanidhi for renewing lease agreement of land for cinema unions

Actor Nassar, who heads 'Nadigar Sangam', the South Indian Artistes' Association of Kollywood Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Feb 21, 2025

Tamil Nadu Dy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin rejects three language policy; Why...

Udhayanidhi reiterated DMK's stand and said that the state will never accept the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the three-language policy. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Times of India · Feb 11, 2025

Vidarbha enter Ranji Trophy semifinal with dominant win over Tamil Nadu

NEW DELHI: Seamer Nachiket Bhute’s fiery three-wicket spell and Yash Rathod’s composed century powered Vidarbha to a commanding 198-run victory over Tamil Nadu, securing a spot in the Ranji Trophy semifinals on day four in Nagpur on Tuesday.

The Times of India · Feb 9, 2025

Aditya Thakare grabs four as TN reeling at 159/6 against Vidarbha in Ranji quarterfinal

NEW DELHI: Pacer Aditya Thakare's fiery four-wicket spell left Tamil Nadu struggling at 159 for six by the end of the second day in their Ranji Trophy quarterfinal against Vidarbha in Nagpur on Sunday.

The Times of India · Feb 8, 2025

Ranji Trophy: Karun Nair ton takes Vidarbha to 264/6 against Tamil Nadu on Day 1

NEW DELHI: Red-hot Karun Nair smashed an unbeaten ton, guiding Vidarbha to 264 for six against Tamil Nadu on day one of their Ranji Trophy quarterfinal in Nagpur.

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