Uttar Pradesh cabinet extends concessional stamp duty of Rs 5,000 on gift deeds for commercial & industrial properties among family members. Move aims to make transfers affordable & transparent.
Planning Pongal celebrations at work in 2026? Discover traditional games, team-building activities, and festive ideas to boost employee morale and cultural spirit. Make your office celebration memorable!
Farmers in Namakkal blocked a truck, alleging cooperative officials demanded bribes for procuring sugarcane under the state's Pongal gift scheme. Read the full report on the protest and irregularities.
Karnataka government expands stamp duty exemption on gift deeds among family members to include commercial and industrial properties, boosting real estate transactions. Learn the new rules and benefits.
Tamil Nadu's 2026 Assembly election battle begins at the box office this Pongal. Vijay's political swansong Jana Nayagan clashes with DMK-linked Parasakthi. Explore the cinematic showdown's political subtext, box office buzz, and what it means for state p
Thalapathy Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' and Sivakarthikeyan's 'Parasakthi' gear up for Pongal clash, but theatre owners reveal unsustainable 75-80% revenue demands. Read the full story.
India gears up for Pongal, Lohri & Makar Sankranti 2025. Know the exact dates, shubh muhurat timings, and how different states celebrate these vibrant harvest festivals.
Tamil Nadu's Pongal 2026 box office clash between Vijay's Jana Nayagan and DMK-backed Parasakthi is a political proxy war. Read about the films, trailers, and off-screen tensions.
Puthiya Tamilagam President Dr Krishnasamy accuses Tamil Nadu govt of announcing ₹3000 Pongal cash aid only due to nearing elections. He calls it a gimmick that won't impact voters. Read more.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah's two-day Tamil Nadu trip concluded without a clear NDA expansion. Key meetings with AIADMK's EPS, PMK, and DMDK did not materialize. Read about BJP's strategy for the upcoming state elections.
Election surveillance teams in Nagpur confiscated Rs 9.4 lakh in cash from a vehicle near a cemetery. Occupants failed to explain the source, violating the model code of conduct. Read the full investigation details.
Tamil Nadu Minister M P Saminathan highlights funding inequality, as Centre allocates ₹2000+ crore for Sanskrit but under ₹200 crore for Tamil. Read about the cultural festival and calls for linguistic pride.
Tamil Nadu's new State Indicator Framework reveals superior outcomes in health, education, jobs, and gender parity compared to all-India figures. Discover the data driving the state's success.
Esaki Muthu from Chennai returns from Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0, an event highlighting the deep cultural link between Tamil Nadu and Varanasi. Discover the historic connection and the 19th-century Tamil satram in Kashi.
Indian Railways announces special train services for Pongal 2026 to connect major cities in Tamil Nadu and beyond. Check the full list of trains, routes, timetables, and stoppages for seamless festival travel.
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin announces enhanced Pongal gift of Rs 3000 cash, rice, sugar & sugarcane for over 2.2 crore ration card holders. Total cost Rs 6936 crore. Read details.
DMK's ₹3,000 Pongal cash gift announcement draws praise from allies as relief for poor, but faces criticism from AIADMK, PMK, and BJP over timing and amount. Read the full political debate.
Tamil Nadu Tourism invites domestic & international tourists to experience Pongal festivities in Madurai villages. Witness Jallikattu, cultural performances & traditional celebrations. Register now!
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin announces Rs 3000 Pongal cash gift for ration card holders and a major pension scheme reform for government employees, marking key welfare moves in an election year.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah declared the BJP will come to power in Tamil Nadu in the 2026 assembly elections, citing strong public support and a weakening DMK.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin announces a Rs 3000 cash gift for Pongal to all ration card holders. The scheme will benefit over 2 crore people ahead of the harvest festival.
A Microsoft employee's viral Instagram video reveals the company's 2025 year-end gift: a sleek, branded trolley bag. The clip sparked online buzz and team-specific discussions.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah begins a two-day visit to Tamil Nadu to bolster NDA's alliance cohesion and strategy against the DMK-led front. Key meetings with BJP leaders and allies like AIADMK's EPS are on the agenda.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah arrives in Tamil Nadu for a crucial two-day visit, focusing on BJP's organizational strength and outreach in the poll-bound state. Key meetings and public engagements lined up.
Southern Railway will run special trains from Jan 8-21 for Pongal rush. Advance booking opens at 8 am on Sunday, Jan 4. Plan your travel now!
BJP held the Panthakkal Naduthal ritual in Trichy for Amit Shah's Jan 5 Pongal event. The gathering of 2000 families marks the party's campaign launch for the Tamil Nadu assembly elections. Read more.
Tamil Nadu government allocates ₹183 crore for Pongal bonus and festival assistance, benefiting 9.9 lakh employees and pensioners. Unions call it an 'eyewash' and threaten strike over OPS demands.
Tamil Nadu government sanctions ₹248.44 crore for Pongal gift hampers including rice, sugar, and sugarcane for 2.22 crore rice ration card holders. Distribution to be staggered to avoid crowds. Read details.
The 2023 North East Monsoon concluded in Tamil Nadu with a 3% rainfall deficit. Key districts faced shortfalls, impacting agriculture. Get the full IMD report and regional analysis here.
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin instructs party workers to use 'Dravida Pongal' to highlight DMK's achievements and attack AIADMK-BJP. Deputy CM Udhayanidhi targets 2026 elections.