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Thamimun Ansari. M of Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) won the Chidambaram constituency with a margin of 5747 votes. He garnered 69739 votes, while All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam candidate Pandian. K.A came second with 63992 votes.

Karnataka students expressed shock and disappointment after the NEET exam was canceled due to a paper leak, forcing them to prepare for a re-test. Many are emotionally drained, fearing burnout and reduced preparation time, while some consider alternative career paths. A few parents, however, are relieved by the re-test, hoping for a fair selection process.

The UDF secured a historic mandate in Kerala, yet the Congress party is delaying the appointment of V.D. Satheesan as Chief Minister. Satheesan is presented as the architect of this victory, having built a functioning collective and a credible alternative for voters. His leadership embodies the collective governance and moral standards Kerala now demands.

Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu echoed Meta engineer Arnav Gupta's views on AI-driven job cuts. Both highlight that escalating AI costs, coupled with rising server prices, are forcing tech companies to reduce headcount. This economic response aims to control expenses, rather than solely reflecting an 'AI productivity miracle' at present. Layoffs continue until companies effectively leverage AI for tangible outcomes.

Veteran actor and producer Sudesh Kumar, known for his roles in 'Saranga' and 'Chhoti Bahen', passed away at 95 in Mumbai. Kumar, who also produced thrillers like 'Uljhan', began his career in theatre before making a mark in films. His wife confirmed his passing after a brief illness. He was born in Peshawar and later moved to Bombay.

Director Ar Gandhi Krishna's upcoming film 'Breakfast' draws inspiration from a friend's love marriage that ended due to a trivial argument. The incident, where a couple's disagreement over their child's schooling escalated after learning about a failed pregnancy, sparked the director's contemplation on modern relationships. The film explores how easily couples part ways over minor issues.

Jeyaraj and Beniks were taken to the Sathankulam police in Tuticorin district late in the evening of June 19, 2020, on charges of having kept their shop open beyond the deadline during the Covid-19 lockdown. They were brutally assaulted by the policemen at night and were lodged in Kovilpatti sub-jail the next day. Beniks died of injuries at the Kovilpatti govt hospital on June 22, 2020, while his father Jeyaraj died on June 23, 2020.

Kerala faces recurring natural disasters, yet political and public discourse on their root causes remains limited. A new 'People's Environment Charter' aims to revive 'Green politics' and integrate ecological concerns into governance, addressing unregulated construction and climate change impacts.

Ward-level performance is now a critical factor for MLAs, as local civic issues like water and sewer problems, and building clearances, are influencing voter decisions. Councillors facing allegations of corruption and neglecting public grievances could jeopardize party candidates' prospects in assembly constituencies. This hyper-local focus is forcing politicians to address discontent.

A Madurai court convicted nine police personnel for the custodial torture and deaths of father-son duo Jeyaraj and Beniks in 2020. The duo was brutally assaulted by Sathankulam police for allegedly violating lockdown norms. The CBI investigation revealed graphic details of the torture and attempts to destroy evidence. Sentencing is scheduled for March 30.

AIADMK's Edappadi Palaniswami has reunited with T T V Dhinakaran's AMMK to reclaim the influential Thevar vote bank ahead of the 2026 elections. This alliance aims to consolidate the anti-DMK vote, a move that failed to materialize in the previous election.

Global software stocks experienced an $830 billion wipeout following the launch of AI plugins, sparking fears of obsolescence. However, tech leaders like TCS CEO K Krithivasan push back, arguing complex enterprise systems won't be replaced by chatbots. Wall Street is repricing the sector, questioning if AI will hollow out or enhance software companies.

Aditya Movies & Entertainments is presenting, while K. V. Sridhar Reddy of Sri Dhanalakshmi Productions is producing this novel concept film titled 'Top Gear' with young and versatile actor Adi Saikumar, he is playing the lead and Shashikanth directing it. The title poster of the movie was released recently and the first look is said to be launched soon. The film’s shoot is wrapped up and the makers are planning to release the movie in November.

A 34-year-old housewife killed her husband by setting him ablaze while he was asleep at Poojarivandlapalli village in Kurabalakota mandal of Annamayya district in the early hours on Wednesday.