Minister S. Regupathy dismissed speculation about rifts within the DMK-led alliance, asserting that there is no confusion or internal conflict.
Good Morning with Filter Coffee
It’s Sunday, January 18, 2026. Today is about the massive “Beach Blanket” of security, the DMK’s digital counter-offensive, and a “Natural Partner” finally breaking his silence.
IndiGo fined Rs 22 crore for delay chaos, airline faulted for bad rostering, weak planning
India’s aviation regulator, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), has imposed a ₹22.20 crore fine on IndiGo Airlines following an inquiry into widespread flight delays
Thrilling Alanganallur Jallikattu Concludes, Karthi Takes Top Honour After Taming 19 Bulls
The world-renowned Alanganallur Jallikattu, one of Tamil Nadu’s most iconic traditional bull-taming events, concluded with great fervour drawing thousands of spectators and competitors for the Pongal festival celebrations.
Cong Consultative Meeting Concludes in Delhi, Leaders Urged to Avoid Public Alliance Talk
A key consultative meeting of Tamil Nadu Congress leaders wrapped up in New Delhi on Saturday as the party gears up for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections
A Wrap-Up with a Nightcap
It’s Saturday night, January 17, 2026, and while the 109th birth anniversary of MGR was expected to be a day of nostalgia, it turned into a high-stakes “Mini-Manifesto” launch that has reset the 2026 battle lines.
Huge Crowds Celebrate Kaanum Pongal Across Tamil Nadu
The Kaanum Pongal festival — the last day of the traditional Pongal harvest celebrations — saw large gatherings of people at beaches, parks and popular tourist destinations across Tamil Nadu
India’s Startup Boom: A Reality Check Behind the Rankings
Public records and industry assessments broadly support the scale of India’s startup expansion—while also revealing important qualifiers beneath the headline numbers.
Good Morning with Filter Coffee
It’s Saturday, January 17, 2026, and while the Pongal pots have settled, the political and cultural fires are at their peak. Today’s “Curtain Raiser” is about a 109th birthday, a grand finale in Alanganallur, and a “Natural Partner” who is keeping everyone guessing.
Alanganallur Jallikattu Begins in Madurai
The much-anticipated Alanganallur Jallikattu — one of Tamil Nadu’s most iconic traditional bull-taming sports — kicked off today amidst great enthusiasm and festive spirit.
