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In Tamil Nadu, two ministers, V Senthil Balaji and K Ponmudy, resigned from the cabinet. Governor R N Ravi accepted their resignations following Chief Minister M K Stalin's recommendation. S Muthusamy takes over Balaji's portfolios. S S Sivasankar and R S Rajakannappan get additional charges. T Manothangaraj was re-inducted into the cabinet. The swearing-in ceremony is scheduled for Monday.

Tamil Nadu ministers Senthil Balaji and K Ponmudy have resigned from Chief Minister MK Stalin's Cabinet, as confirmed by Raj Bhavan. Governor TN Ravi accepted their resignations amidst legal challenges. Balaji faces scrutiny in the cash-for-jobs scam, while Ponmudy is under fire for alleged hate speech against religious groups and women.

A tragic fire at a Kolkata hotel claimed 14 lives, including three from Karur, Tamil Nadu: Muthukrishnan, Diya, and Rithan. They were part of a family touring West Bengal with entrepreneur Prabhu, who survived with his wife as they were out for dinner. Chief Minister Stalin offered condolences and support.

The Supreme Court has cornered DMK leader V Senthil Balaji, recently reinstated as a minister in Tamil Nadu after securing bail in a cash-for-job scam. The court presented Balaji with a choice: relinquish his ministerial post to maintain his freedom or risk having his bail revoked due to concerns about witness tampering.

A SIT report alleges ex-CM Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy was the "final recipient" of kickbacks from distilleries in Andhra Pradesh, starting in 2019. The alleged scam involved coercing distilleries to pay commissions, with funds laundered through hawala networks. The money trail purportedly leads to senior YSRCP figures before reaching Jagan, with suspect Booneti Chanakya playing a central role.

Chennai residents are being illegally charged for parking in areas like Marina Beach, Besant Nagar, and T Nagar, despite the Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) not authorizing any fees. The previous contractor, Texco, continued collecting exorbitant fees even after their contract expired in December 2024.

The makers of ‘Written & Directed by God’, starring Saiju Kurup and Sunny Wayne, have announced its theatrical release date as May 16, accompanied by the first look poster launch. Directed by Febi George and produced by T.J. Productions and Netturan Films, the film boasts an ensemble cast including Aparna Das, Bibin George, and Chembil Ashokan. Goodwill Entertainments will handle the distribution.

The Malayalam film 'Apoorva Puthranmar,' starring Vishnu Unnikrishnan, Bibin George, and Lalu Alex, has unveiled its motion poster, hinting at a family comedy thriller. Directed by Rajith R.L. and Sreejith, the film features Payal Radhakrishna and Ammayra Goswami in their Malayalam debut. With a talented technical crew and a supporting cast including Ashokan and Dharmajan Bolgatty, the film promises a fun-filled entertainer.

A special investigation team (SIT) report implicates ex-CM Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy as the ultimate beneficiary of kickbacks extorted from Andhra Pradesh distilleries since 2019. The alleged scam involved coercing distilleries into paying commissions to avoid supply order disruptions. Cash was collected and laundered through hawala networks, impacting the state's liquor business by favoring syndicate-linked brands.

Chief Minister M.K. Stalin defends his government's opposition to delimitation based on population census, arguing it penalizes states like Tamil Nadu that successfully implemented population control measures. He also criticizes the three-language policy, viewing it as Hindi imposition, and accuses the Governor of acting against the state's interests.

V Senthil Balaji, reappointed as a minister after bail, defended his position in the Tamil Nadu cabinet before the Supreme Court, asserting his popular mandate. He argued that courts cannot constitutionally disqualify a minister and emphasized his adherence to bail conditions. Balaji highlighted that the corruption case against him began while he was already a minister, suggesting no undue influence.

The poster launch of the movie 'Apoorva Puthranmar' is now public. Vishnu Unnikrishnan, Bibin George, and Lalu Alex star in key roles. Rajith R.L. and Sreejith direct the film. Aarthi Krishna produces it under Even Entertainments. Payal Radhakrishna and Amaira Goswami are the female leads. The movie includes a large cast with Ashokan and Dharmajan Bolgatty. The film promises a fun family experience. The team has revealed crew details. The movie is set to release soon.

An 80-year-old man in Chennai suffered serious injuries after being attacked by a stray cow during his daily walk. This incident has incited public concern over the prevailing issue of stray cattle in the city. Residents are calling for stricter enforcement of regulations against negligent cattle owners.