TN CM Vijay to meet PM Modi today to seek support for key state projects

IANS | May 27, 2026 9:07 AM

Chennai, May 27 (IANS) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay on Wednesday embarked on his first official visit to New Delhi after assuming office, with a packed schedule that includes meetings with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, senior Union Ministers and top Congress leaders, underlining the growing political significance of the state’s newly formed coalition government.

Akon shares details about his polygamous family life

IANS | May 27, 2026 8:59 AM

Los Angeles, May 27 (IANS) Singer Akon has talked about the structure behind his polygamous relationships, saying that communication and respect for his first wife are central to how his family dynamic operates.

Thunderstorms, rain likely in TN, Puducherry for next four days

IANS | May 27, 2026 8:56 AM

Chennai, May 27 (IANS) The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC), Chennai, has forecast moderate rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds across several parts of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry over the next four days, even as temperatures are expected to rise by up to 3 degrees Celsius in many regions of the state.

US charges journalist with acting as unregistered agent for China

IANS | May 27, 2026 8:55 AM

Washington, May 27 (IANS) An American journalist and political commentator who worked for several Chinese state media outlets has been charged in the United States with acting as an unregistered agent for China, according to federal court documents unsealed in Virginia.

ED raids Pinarayi Vijayan’s home; daughter Veena questioned in CMRL case

IANS | May 27, 2026 8:47 AM

Thiruvananthapuram, May 27 ( IANS) Senior CPI(M) Politburo member and former Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan came under the scanner of the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Wednesday after central agency sleuths arrived at his Thiruvananthapuram residence in connection with the high-profile CMRL-Exalogic monthly payment case.

Amitabh Bachchan recalls how 'Namaskaar' became global during Covid

IANS | May 27, 2026 8:45 AM

Mumbai, May 27 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has talked about the cultural and spiritual significance of “Namaskaar.” He went on to recall how the traditional folded-hand greeting gained global recognition during Covid in 2020 as a safe and respectful alternative to handshakes.

FBI warns of cybercrime group targeting US law firms

IANS | May 27, 2026 8:39 AM

Washington, May 27 (IANS) The FBI has warned that a cybercrime group is targeting US law firms by posing as internal IT staff through phone calls, phishing emails and even in-person visits to offices.