Arumugam

Popular Tamil television drama 'Dhanam - Ungalil Oruthi' is concluding after over 376 episodes. The series, lauded for its realistic portrayal of family dynamics and societal struggles, followed the inspiring journey of Dhanam, a courageous auto driver. Its emotional storyline and strong performances have garnered a loyal fanbase, with viewers eagerly anticipating the special climax episode.

India's NEET-2026 medical entrance exam was cancelled due to a paper leak, impacting over 23 lakh students and reigniting concerns about the National Testing Agency's systemic dysfunction. This recurring issue has led to significant uncertainty for students, disrupted academic calendars, and strained hospital services, prompting calls for accountability and reforms.

AIADMK's Vetrivel S secured a win in Sankari with 87,342 votes, a margin of 9,517. This follows AIADMK's consistent performance in the constituency, with victories in 2016 and 2011. Historically, Sankari has seen shifts between AIADMK and DMK, reflecting evolving voter sentiment in Tamil Nadu.

Edappadi Assembly constituency in Salem district has largely seen contests between AIADMK, PMK, and DMK. AIADMK's K Palaniswami secured decisive victories in both the 2016 and 2011 Assembly elections. Historically, the DMK also registered a win in the 1971 elections, highlighting the constituency's evolving political landscape.

Despite a power outage and darkness, eight-year-old chess prodigy Tamizh Amudhan competed in the Freestyle Friday online championship from his home in Thiruthangal. Using a candle and mobile torch, he even managed to defeat World No. 7 Vincent Keymer before his laptop battery died.

Despite a power outage and heavy rain, eight-year-old chess prodigy Tamizh Amudhan played in an online championship from his dimly lit home. Using a candle and mobile torch, he even defeated World No. 7 Vincent Keymer before his laptop battery died. This remarkable feat highlights his dedication and passion for the game.

Puducherry's 9.5 lakh voters will elect 294 candidates across 30 Assembly seats on April 9. The ruling NDA faces a challenge from the INDIA bloc and actor Vijay's TVK party. Chief Minister N Rangasamy is contesting from two constituencies as all arrangements are in place for the polls.

Infy’s 2025 prize winner in physical sciences wants to turn air and water into fertilisers and essential chemicals without fossil fuels.

For the first time in 74 years, the Left parties have not fielded candidates in any of Coimbatore's 10 assembly constituencies, ending a long electoral presence. This decision, attributed to seat-sharing within alliances, has surprised many in the industrial district. Despite the absence from the ballot, Left cadres are actively campaigning for their alliance partners to oppose pro-corporate policies.

Veteran Indian sports journalist S Thyagarajan, a renowned hockey writer, passed away at 85 after a battle with age-related ailments. He covered six Olympics and nine Asian Games during his extensive career with 'The Hindu' and 'The Indian Express'. His contributions to sports journalism and hockey were immense, leaving an irreparable loss for the fraternity.

The DMK’s Salem strongman Veerapandi S arumugam was released from Vellore central prison on Saturday following a Madras high court order.

A captive tusker in musth gored an assistant mahout (cavady) to death near Kozhikamuthi elephant camp on Sunday, when he attempted to chain the animal’s front legs while taking it out to the grazing area in the reserve forest.

The SAI cleared the team but with the condition that arumugam will go in place of Praveen Muthukumaran, the athlete who he replaced in the trials in bizarre circumstances on Wednesday.

The man who took Tamil Nadu's ancient musical storytelling folk form, Villupattu, to the farthest corners of the country is no more. Celebrated Villupaatu exponent, storyteller and cultural icon Subbu arumugam passed away at the age of 95 at his KK Nagar residence on Sunday.