The Tamil Nadu government is reportedly considering relocating the state Secretariat and Legislative Assembly to Chennai’s Pattinapakkam area, with the proposed site said to be approximately 100 metres from Chief Minister Vijay’s official residence. The reported proposal has drawn attention because of the new complex’s possible proximity to the Chief Minister’s residence. Supporters say the location could reduce long official convoy movements and ease traffic disruption, whi

Russia is preparing for a significant expansion in India’s civil aviation market, with proposed agreements covering as many as 105 regional passenger aircraft and advanced discussions on manufacturing the SJ-100 jet in the country. United Aircraft Corporation is expected to advance several agreements with Indian aviation companies during Innoprom India in New Delhi. The negotiations centre on potential orders for the IL-114-300 turboprop aircraft and a wider plan to establish loca

Kangana Ranaut responded to the controversy involving Trisha, Vijay and comments attributed to Udhayanidhi Stalin. Speaking in Kullu, Himachal Pradesh, the BJP MP condemned character attacks against women and called for greater respect and introspection. Kangana Backs Trisha in Character Assassination Row Actor and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut has come out in support of Trisha Krishnan amid a political controversy in Tamil Nadu involving rumours link

The Election Commission has scheduled polling for the Madurantakam and Dharapuram Assembly by-elections on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, with counting on Friday, October 9. The contests in Tamil Nadu will provide an early electoral assessment of Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay’s government after its first 100 days in office. Vijay Government Faces Its First Major Electoral Test Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay’s go

Jakarta’s Soekarno-Hatta International Airport and several other Indonesian airports extended flight suspensions until at least 6:00 PM local time on Monday. Volcanic ash from Anak Krakatau has disrupted thousands of flights and affected more than 270,000 passengers. Jakarta Airport Closure Extended Until Monday Evening Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, Indonesia’s primary international aviation hub, extended

Raghav Chadha alleged that he was wrongly marked “shifted” in Punjab’s draft voter roll. AAP denied state government involvement and questioned his Punjab residence, while Chadha said he was using the claims-and-objections process. BJP Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha has alleged political vendetta after his voter registration in Mohali was classified as “shifted” during the Special Intensive Revision of Punjab’s

Mallikarjun Kharge wrote to JP Nadda seeking an FIR over the Haldwani purification incident. Kharge said no case had been registered against those allegedly involved, despite an assurance in the Rajya Sabha that the matter would be investigated. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has written to Rajya Sabha Leader of the House JP Nadda, urging him to ensure police action over an alleged purification ritual conducted at Haldwani’s Ramlila Ground after Kharge addr

Global Impact Forum II will be held at The Taj Mahal Palace on September 5-6, ahead of the BRICS Summit in New Delhi. Forum to showcase civilisational connections Mumbai will host the second edition of the Global Impact Forum on September 5 and 6, bringing diplomats, business leaders, scholars, artists and investors from BRICS nations together ahead of the official summit in New Delhi. The

Tehran, Iran — Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf criticised US sanctions threats as Iranian officials vowed to counter new economic pressure. Ghalibaf Mocks US Sanctions Threat With Frozen Economy Jibe Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has ridiculed the United States after President Donald Trump signalled a renewed economic pressure campaign against Tehran. In a post on

New Delhi: H1N1 infections are rising across Delhi-NCR, with doctors reporting severe respiratory symptoms and falling oxygen levels in some patients. Delhi-NCR is witnessing a noticeable rise in H1N1 influenza, commonly known as swine flu, along with other respiratory infections as humid and changing monsoon weather continues across the region. Doctors have reported an increase in patients with fever, cough, body aches and breathing difficulties, while some cases h

Varalakshmi Vratam 2026 will be observed on Friday, August 21, 2026, in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana according to Telugu panchang traditions. Puja is observed throughout the day, with morning, afternoon and evening Sthira Lagna periods preferred; exact timings vary by city. Varalakshmi Vratam 2026 date and puja timings Varalakshmi Vratam is one of the most important festivals dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi and is widely celebrated in Andhra Prad

Samantha Ruth Prabhu is set to headline Celebrity MasterChef Tamil, bringing the globally popular MasterChef format to Tamil audiences with a strong local flavour. The celebrity cooking show will stream on Sony LIV and air on Sony VIZHA, featuring leading Tamil stars, culinary challenges and exclusive digital content. Samantha Ruth Prabhu Leads Celebrity MasterChef Tamil Sony Pictures Networks

Sangeetha Sornalingam has withdrawn her divorce petition against Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and actor C Joseph Vijay in a Chengalpattu family court. The court disposed of the case after Sangeetha appeared through video conference and informed it that she did not wish to pursue the petition. Sangeetha Sornalingam, wife of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and actor C Joseph Vijay, has withdrawn the divorce petition she had filed against him, bringing the closely watched

From Personal Struggle to Commonwealth Glory Sharmila Dhankar’s historic para-athletics gold highlighted India’s six-medal performance at CWG 2026. As her inspiring journey earns national attention, Indian swimmers, runners, boxers, and weightlifters continue the country’s medal push in Glasgow. Glasgow, July 28, 2026: The Sharmila Dhankar CWG gold has emerged as one of India’s defining mom

Wakanda’s Next Generation Takes the Mantle Marvel has officially announced Black Panther 3 for December 15, 2028, with David Jonsson playing the adult son of T’Challa. Ryan Coogler returns to direct, while the story will follow a new Black Panther coming of age and carrying Wakanda’s legacy forward. Black Panther 3 Release Date and Cast 2028: What We Know The first Black Panther 3