Murugan

Vaikasi Visakam, a significant birth celebration for Lord murugan, is observed with deep devotion in Tamil homes, often overlooked in North India. This festival, rooted in ancient Puranic tales, highlights murugan's role as a god of courage, wisdom, and victory, fostering a personal connection for devotees.

Tamil actor Ravi Mohan recently visited the revered Palani murugan Temple, participating in the Uchikala Pooja and offering prayers at the Bogar Siddhar Shrine. Amidst a large fan following, the actor engaged warmly with devotees, sharing smiles and photographs before departing via the ropeway. His spiritual visit highlighted his devotion.

South India gears up to celebrate Vaikasi Visakam on May 30, 2026, honoring Lord murugan's birth. This auspicious day, dedicated to the warrior deity also known as Kartikeya, sees devotees observing fasts and offering prayers. Homes are adorned, and special dishes prepared, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil as people seek divine protection and blessings.

A 40-year-old woman was fatally stabbed by a construction supervisor in Thiruverkadu during an argument over Rs 1.5 lakh in unpaid dues. The accused then jumped from the second floor while attempting to flee, sustaining severe injuries. Police have arrested and hospitalized the man for treatment.

Vaikasi Visakam, celebrating Lord murugan's birth anniversary, will be observed on May 30, 2026. This significant Tamil festival honors the deity, son of Shiva and Parvati, known for courage and righteousness. Devotees in South India commemorate the day with temple visits, prayers, and rituals, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil.

Two brothers have been sentenced to 10 years rigorous imprisonment and fined Rs 30,000 each for assaulting an elderly man and snatching his mobile phone. The incident occurred when the convicts, along with a minor, approached the victim under the guise of asking for directions. The Karumathampatti police arrested the accused after the victim lodged a complaint.

In a meeting on Monday, the collegium approved three different proposals for appointment of judges presented by the state govt to the Union law minister and forwarded to the collegium.

Dyeing units in Namakkal district are openly discharging untreated effluents into the Cauvery River, turning it red, blue, and green. Despite directives from the Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board and warnings from health experts, the toxic discharges continue, damaging livelihood and posing serious health risks to residents and impacting agriculture and aquatic life.

Nivedha M murugan of Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) won the Poompuhar constituency with a margin of 8260 votes. He garnered 81096 votes, while All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam candidate Pavunraj. S came second with 72836 votes.

Age-gap casting in Indian cinema, particularly young actresses playing mothers to older stars, continues to draw criticism. Anjali Nair's career highlights this trend, with her portraying maternal roles for actors older than herself. Beyond films, Nair's recent political foray and subsequent social media trolling also made headlines, alongside details of her personal life.