Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, who will present her ninth consecutive Budget on Sunday, is the longest-serving finance minister to hold the post continuously. Sitharaman took charge of the Finance Ministry on May 31, 2019, and has steered the economy through the COVID-19 pandemic and geopolitical turmoil, making India the fastest-growing major economy in the world. Nirmala Sitharaman completed six years… Continue reading ""
Researchers with the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT-M) have developed an innovative, green, and sustainable method to recover valuable metals from electronic waste (e-waste) using environmentally-friendly solvents derived from natural compounds. This breakthrough could pave the way for safer and more eco-efficient e-waste recycling practices that protect the environment while supporting India’s circular economy goals, the IIT-M said. In… Continue reading "IIT-M develops green method to recover metals from e-waste using natural solvents"
Chief Minister MK Stalin will chair the State Cabinet meeting on February 5 to approve the interim general budget for the 2026–27 financial year, official sources said. The Assembly is expected to convene in the second week of February for the budget session, which will also be the final sitting of the 16th Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly. As the State… Continue reading "Tamil Nadu Cabinet to be convened on 5 February"
The Government of Tamil Nadu unveiled the much-anticipated State Film Awards for the years 2016 to 2022, celebrating excellence in cinema and television. Leading stars like Vikram, Dhanush, Nayanthara, Vijay Sethupathi, Suriya, Arya, Karthi, Sai Pallavi, Parthiban, Keerthi Suresh, and Jyothika were among the big winners, taking home Best Actor (Male) and Best Actor (Female) honors for their respective films… Continue reading "Tamil Nadu State Film Awards for 2016-2022 announced"
Describing the UGC (Promotion of Equity in Higher Education Institutions) Regulations, 2025 as a delayed but welcome step in reforming the higher education system scarred by deep-rooted discrimination and institutional apathy, Chief Minister MK Stalin on Thursday urged the Union BJP-led government to strengthen the regulations by addressing their structural gaps and enforce them with real accountability. “If the Union… Continue reading "Tamil Nadu Chief Ministet Stalin welcomes UGC equity regulations"
The Supreme Court on Thrusday issued notice in a public interest litigation seeking actions against the protestors who allegedly spread defamatory remarks against Justice G.R. Swaminathan, Judge of the Madras High Court, subsequent to his order to light the Karthigai Deepam on the Deepa Thoon (lamp pillar) at the Thiruparankundram Subramaniya Swamy Hill Temple, Madurai. A bench comprising Justice Aravind… Continue reading "Protest against Judge Swaminathan: SC asks State govt to respond"
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Tuesday said that 4,000 temple kumbabishekam (consecration) ceremonies have been conducted across the state during the 1,728 days since the DMK government assumed office. Sharing the information, the Chief Minister said this achievement reflects the government’s continued focus on preserving temples and religious heritage under the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments (HR&CE) Department.… Continue reading "4,000 Temple Kumbabishekam Completed in 1,728 Days: CM M K Stalin"
AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami announced an ex gratia compensation of Rs 10 lakh for registered Jallikattu players who lose their lives during the conduct of the traditional bull-taming sport. The announcement was positioned as part of the party’s commitment to safeguarding Tamil culture and ensuring the welfare of sportspersons. Palaniswami made the announcement while inaugurating a Jallikattu event… Continue reading "Promises Rs 10 lakh ex gratia in case of Jallikattu fatalities"
The ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) on Tuesday announced an intensive, month-long statewide political campaign titled “Tamil Nadu Will Not Bow”, which will be rolled out across all 234 Assembly constituencies beginning from February 1. The party leadership has confirmed that 20 star campaigners will spearhead the outreach programme, covering every constituency in Tamil Nadu. The decision was taken based… Continue reading "DMK to commence statewide Election campaign from February 1"
The DMK and its allies boycotted the at-home tea party hosted by Governor R N Ravi at the Raj Bhavan for Republic Day on Monday in protest against what they perceived as the Governor’s hostile stand against the State government that found expression in his refusal to read out the Governor’s Address in the Assembly. Chief Minister M K Stalin,… Continue reading "Governor’s Tea Party: DMK, alliance parties boycott"