Kidney theft: EPS urges immediate SIT probe
The kidney theft scandal in Tamil Nadu became a heated political issue with sharp allegations from former Chief Minister Edappadi K. Palaniswami (EPS) and a firm response from Health Minister M.A. Subramanian.
Thangam Thennarasu slams AIADMK on TN debt issue
In the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly session, Minister Thangam Thennarasu made strong remarks targeting the opposition AIADMK party regarding the state’s debt situation.
TN Assembly rejects Governor’s opinion on Siddha varsity Bill
In the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly session, Chief Minister M.K. Stalin strongly criticized Governor R.N. Ravi for acting against established government procedures in the matter of the Siddha Medical University bill.
India rejects Trump’s claim on oil purchae
India’s energy policy continues to prioritize consumer interests, focusing on stable prices, secure supplies, and diverse sourcing, as reaffirmed by the government amid claims by US President Donald Trump that Prime Minister Narendra Modi assured him India would stop buying oil from Russia.
Gold price soars all-time high
Gold prices in Chennai have surged to an all-time high, with 22-carat gold reaching Rs 95,200 per sovereign (8 grams) on October 16, 2025. This marks a significant increase, with the per-gram rate climbing by Rs 320 to Rs 11,900.
TN hikes pensions for former state MLAs
The Tamil Nadu government, led by Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, has announced an increase in the pension amount for former Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) and the erstwhile Legislative Council members (MLCs).
Kanimozhi slams new EPFO rules as ‘anti-people’
DMK deputy general secretary and Thoothukudi MP Kanimozhi Karunanidhi sharply criticized the recent amendments to the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) rules by the Union government, calling them “cruel, unjust, and anti-working people.”
Modi assured India will stop buying Russian oil: Trump
US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had assured him India would stop buying oil from Russia.
Rescue blocked by toxic fumes at B’desh depot
A deadly fire at a chemical warehouse in Dhaka’s Mirpur area has killed at least 16 people and injured several others, highlighting persistent industrial safety failures in Bangladesh.
