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Directors Vetrimaaran and Ameer Demand Thorough Probe in Veeramani POCSO Case

Directors Vetrimaaran and Ameer condemned the alleged sexual abuse of minor girls by Gem Granites chairman R Veeramani and called for an impartial investigation without pressure. They demanded strict punishment for offenders, protection of survivors' identities, and provision of legal and psychological support. They urged the SIT to conduct an honest probe and criticized attempts to shield Veeramani. The case surfaced in October 2025 after a child rights volunteer submitted video evidence to Chennai police.

The News Minute·3h ago·Chennai

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Politics

Israeli Minister Smotrich Calls for War and Annexation in Gaza, Lebanon, West Bank

Israeli far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich urged Israel to annex parts of the Gaza Strip up to the 'yellow line' and southern Lebanon up to the Litani River. He also called for military action in the West Bank, referring to it as Judea and Samaria, to dismantle the Palestinian Authority. Smotrich made these statements on an Israeli news podcast, emphasizing stronger territorial control and deterrence.

Firstpost World·42m ago

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Technology

India to Implement Barrier-Free FASTag Tolling by 2027

India plans to introduce barrier-free tolling using Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) technology on national highways by March 2027. This system will allow vehicles to pass toll points at normal speeds while automatically deducting tolls via FASTag and ANPR cameras. Over 70% of toll booths are expected to have MLFF by December, advancing beyond the current FASTag system that requires vehicles to slow down at toll plazas.

TOI Business·41m ago

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Tamil Nadu Withdraws RTI Exemption for Law and Order Department

The Tamil Nadu government led by CM Vijay revoked its RTI exemption order for the Law and Order Department hours after issuing it. The order had classified the department as an Intelligence and Security Organisation, blocking public access to information on police custody deaths, communal incidents, and political agitations. The decision followed widespread criticism from political parties, activists, and advocates, including Congress leader Karti Chidambaram.

DNA India·2h ago

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Sports

India Wins Double Medals at Chess Olympiad in Samarkand

India achieved a historic double podium finish at the Chess Olympiad in Samarkand. Savitha Shri's resilient 83-move draw secured the women's team a bronze medal, while Arjun Erigaisi's dramatic late win helped the open team claim silver on tiebreak. Uzbekistan won the open gold, and China took the women's gold. India also earned the Gaprindashvili Cup for best combined performance.

TOI Sports·59m ago·Samarkand

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Politics

Chittoor SP Advises Calm if Bank Accounts Are Frozen

Chittoor Superintendent of Police Tushar Dudi urged the public to remain calm if their bank accounts are frozen and to first verify the cause. He explained that accounts may be frozen due to cybercrime investigations, legal orders, or regulatory reasons, even if the account holder is not directly involved. He advised contacting the bank for details and keeping transaction proofs for reference.

The Hindu·33m ago·Chittoor

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