Major News Updates from Tamil Nadu and India
1. Chief Minister Vijay Expands Cabinet
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay expanded his cabinet by inducting new ministers. Representatives from VCK and IUML were also included in the ministry.
2. Rajya Sabha By-Election Announced for June 18
The Election Commission announced that the Rajya Sabha by-election will be held on June 18. The announcement has created significant political attention in Tamil Nadu.
3. TANCET 2026 Results Released
Anna University released the TANCET and CEETA-PG 2026 examination results. Thousands of students applying for MBA and MCA admissions checked their scores today.
4. SSLC Mark Statements Distributed
Tamil Nadu schools started distributing provisional SSLC mark statements to Class 10 students. Dates for revaluation and answer sheet copy applications were also announced.
5. Income & Residence Certificates to Be Issued in Schools
The Tamil Nadu government announced that students will soon receive income and residence certificates directly through schools, reducing the need to visit government offices.
6. Power Cuts in Several Districts
Scheduled maintenance work at substations caused temporary power outages in multiple districts across Tamil Nadu today.
7. Textile Industry Requests Electricity Relief
Representatives of the Southern India Mills Association met Chief Minister Vijay and requested measures to reduce electricity-related financial burdens on textile industries.
8. New Space Technology Facility Approved in Tamil Nadu
India’s Department of Space approved a new space manufacturing facility in Tamil Nadu, expected to support private space technology development.
9. ‘Arasan’ Movie Likely for Diwali Release
The upcoming movie Arasan, starring Silambarasan TR and directed by Vetrimaaran, is reportedly aiming for a Diwali 2026 release.
10. Bail Rejected in ‘Jananayagan’ Leak Case
The Madras High Court rejected bail petitions filed by nine accused in the online leak case related to the movie Jananayagan.
