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Congress leader Rahul Gandhi spoke to Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin and TVK chief Vijay over the Karur stampede that has claimed 40 lives. He conveyed condolences, while political leaders announced compensation and probes continue into lapses at the rally.

The Railways team won the Senior National Ball Badminton Championship for the 11th time in a row, defeating Tamil Nadu in the final at Dundigal. Coach K Shashi Kumar praised the players, all Star of India awardees, for their consistent brilliance

Andhra’s Sravyasree Bheemarasetty shocked GM N.R. Vignesh with a brilliant win in the Ruy Lopez game at the 62nd National Chess Championship. Meanwhile, GM Sasikiran, GM Abhijeet Gupta, and others continue to lead after round seven in Guntur

The Karur stampede toll climbed to 40 with one more death, while 67 remain hospitalized. Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, led by actor Vijay, has moved the Madras High Court seeking an impartial probe. PM Modi announced compensation for victims’ families

Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu and YSRCP chief Jagan Mohan Reddy condoled the deaths of 38 people in a stampede at Vijay’s rally in Karur, Tamil Nadu, expressing grief over the tragedy and prayers for the injured.

Tijil Singh drew against six-time champion GM Surya Sekhar Ganguly in the 62nd National Chess Championship first round. Other highlights included GM K Sasikiran’s win, S Rohith Krishna’s adventurous play, and Dronacharya Koneru Ashok’s return after 22 years

Tamil Nadu BJP will hold a booth committee conference in Dindigul to strengthen grassroots support. Senior leaders will guide party cadres on voter outreach and digital strategies for the 2026 elections.

In a sweeping operation, Hyderabad Cyber Crime Police arrested 61 individuals from 14 states in August for their alleged roles in various online frauds. These included trading, investment, and insurance scams, as well as digital arrest and unauthorised transaction cases.

Tamil Nadu BJP will organise Sewa Pakhwada 2025 from September 17 to October 2 with 75 events, promoting service, khadi, cleanliness, marathons, and social welfare to mark PM Modi’s 75th birthday.

Tamil Nadu has launched a pilot programme in government schools to teach students AI, coding, and digital tools, aiming to bridge the tech divide and prepare youth for a digital future.

CP Radhakrishnan, a veteran BJP leader from Tamil Nadu and former Maharashtra Governor, was sworn in as India’s 15th Vice President. Known for his RSS roots and administrative experience, he is the first OBC from South India to hold the post

Cyber scammers swindled Rs 1,010 crore from people in Tamil Nadu this year, police data shows. Swift action froze Rs 314 crore and returned Rs 62 crore. Crackdowns under Operation Thiraineeku and Operation Hydra led to multiple arrests and Goondas Act detentions.

Emerges title winner by virtue of its first innings lead against Tamil Nadu President’s XI in the four-day final after the match ended in a draw in Chennai

Hyderabad secured a 23-run first-innings lead over Tamil Nadu President’s XI in the Buchi Babu final at Chennai, with spinners Nitin Sai Yadav and Rohith Rayudu bagging three wickets each

Hyderabad posted 376 runs in the All India Buchi Babu Invitation Tournament with key knocks from Himateja and Aman Rao. Tamil Nadu President’s XI replied strongly, reaching 142/1 by stumps

Sanjeevi Rithvik and Manimuthu Shaina won the singles titles at the South Zone inter-state badminton championship in Hyderabad, which featured winners from multiple states across categories, including under-19 events

The Godavari-Cauvery river linking project hit roadblocks as the NWDA rejected Telangana’s and Karnataka’s demands for a larger water share. With unresolved disputes, opposition from multiple states, and no MoU in place, experts warn the project’s goals could be delayed

Mahipal Singh of Tamil Nadu and N. Sumathi of Andhra Pradesh won men’s and women’s titles at the Game Extreme South Zone tenpin bowling championship in Hyderabad, showcasing consistency and precision

Coconut shells, once thrown away as waste, are now selling at record prices in Kerala, touching Rs 35 per kg. Rising demand from industries and exports has created a lucrative market, even as high coconut and oil prices burden households

A low-pressure area is likely to form over the Bay of Bengal, bringing light to heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and strong winds to Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal. Authorities warn of flooding, waterlogging, and rough seas, urging residents and fishermen to stay alert.