Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Tuesday said the Dravidian Model government is implementing several schemes aimed at supporting writers and nurturing a strong reading culture across the State, a move he said was a matter of pride for the government.
EPS alleges Rs 45 lakh crore corruption under DMK govt
Tamil Nadu Opposition Leader and AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami (EPS) on Monday launched a sharp attack on the ruling DMK government, alleging that corruption to the tune of ₹45 lakh crore has taken place in the state since it assumed office.
Pak: IMF ignores its own report to okay $1.29 bn loan
The International Monetary Fund’s Executive Board has paradoxically approved another $1.29 billion as financial support for Pakistan despite the multilateral institution’s own report highlighting the corruption in the debt-ridden country, which is coming in the way of repaying these loans.
Telangana HR panel seeks report over allegations of custodial death of Dalit youth+
The Telangana human rights panel has directed the state Home department to submit a detailed report on the alleged custodial death of a Dalit youth in Suryapet district.
FIFA announces $60 WC tickets
World Cup organisers unveiled a new cut-price ticket category on Tuesday (December 16, 2025) after a backlash by fans over pricing for the 2026 tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
TN Minister blames Centre for blocking rural jobs scheme
Tamil Nadu Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Minister I. Periyasamy has criticised the Union Government, accusing it of trying to weaken a key rural employment programme.
Suryavanshi powers India to big win over UAE
Vaibhav Suryavanshi was at his imperious best while smashing a 171 off 95 balls, powering India to a mammoth 234-run win over hosts UAE in the inaugural match of the U-19 Asia Cup here on Friday.
Former ISI head jailed 14 years in Pak
Pakistan’s former ISI chief, Lt. Gen. Faiz Hameed, was sentenced to 14 years in jail by a military court on Thursday for violating the Official Secrets Act, engaging in political activities, misusing authority, and causing wrongful losses.
Chennai records 13.4 cm rainfall in 24 hours
Chennai witnessed heavy rainfall over the last 24 hours, recording an average of 13.4 cm across the city.
Vijay accuses DMK of smear campaign ahead of 2026 Polls
In a strong political statement on Wednesday, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) president and actor Vijay accused the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) party of being consumed by an “arrogance of power” and launching a desperate smear campaign against his party.

