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TN YouTuber ‘Keerthi History’ Wins Best Storyteller Award At Inaugural National Creators Awards Ceremony

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The Commune
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In a ceremony held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi presented the inaugural National Creators Award to content creators across the country. During the event, he engaged in a brief interaction with the awardees, fostering a dialogue on the transformative power of creativity in driving positive change.

Conceived as a catalyst for utilizing creativity to instigate positive transformations, the National Creator Award has garnered exceptional public involvement. During the initial phase, the award received over 1.5 lakh nominations spanning 20 diverse categories. The subsequent voting round witnessed an impressive turnout, with approximately 10 lakh votes cast for digital creators across various award categories.

From this extensive participation, 23 winners emerged, including three international creators, marking a celebration of creativity and innovation.

Emphasizing the importance of energetic presentations, the awardees shared their approach, earning compliments from the Prime Minister for tackling a challenging yet crucial field.

The ‘Best Storyteller Award’ was bestowed upon Keerthika Govindhasamy, also known as Keerthi History. During the ceremony, she expressed her appreciation for the Prime Minister’s acknowledgment and promotion of the Tamil language. 

As a symbol of respect, she touched the Prime Minister’s feet, prompting a gracious response – PM Modi also made a similar gesture. He said, “See, in politics, people fall at others feet. In the world of art, falling at someone’s feet has a different meaning. But I get disturbed a lot. Especially, if it is a daughter.”

The Prime Minister encouraged her to speak in her preferred language, acknowledging the diverse linguistic landscape of the country. Keerthika shared insights into the interconnected nature of history and politics, highlighting occasional social media backlash. Responding to the Prime Minister’s inquiry, she noted a growing interest among today’s teenage audience in learning about the greatness of India.

Congratulating Keerthika for her award, Tamil Nadu Bharatiya Janata Party President Annamalai posted his wishes on his official X handle. He wrote “On behalf of BJP4TamilNadu, congratulations to Selvi KeerthiHistory avl, a young content creator from TN who is spending her valuable time disseminating our history to Gen Z & beyond, for receiving the ‘National Creators Award’ from our beloved PM Thiru Narendra Modi avl today.”

The award is being provided across twenty categories including the Best Storyteller Award; The Disruptor of the Year; Celebrity Creator of the Year; Green Champion Award; Best Creator For Social Change; Most Impactful Agri Creator; Cultural Ambassador of The Year; International Creator award. The categories also include the Best Travel Creator Award; Swachhta Ambassador Award; The New India Champion Award; Tech Creator Award; Heritage Fashion Icon Award; Most Creative Creator (Male and Female); Best Creator in Food Category; Best Creator in Education Category; Best Creator in Gaming Category; Best Micro Creator; Best Nano Creator; Best Health and Fitness Creator. 

Winners in the other categories include

  • Nishchay – Best Creator in Gaming Category
  • Ankit Baiyanpuria – Best Health and Fitness Creator
  • Naman Deshmukh – Best Creator in Education Category
  • Kabita Singh (Kabita’s Kitchen) – Best Creator in Food Category
  • RJ Raunac (Bauaa) – Most Creative Creator-Male
  • Shraddha – Most Creative Creator-Female
  • Jahnvi Singh – Heritage Fashion Icon Award
  • Malhar Kalambe – Swachhta Ambassador Award
  • Gaurav Chaudhary – Best Creator in Tech Category
  • Kamiya Jani – Favourite Travel Creator
  • Drew Hicks – Best International Creator
  • Maithili Thakur – Cultural Ambassador of The Year
  • Jaya Kishori – Best Creator for Social Change
  • Pankti Pandey – Favourite Green Champion
  • Ranveer Allahbadia (BeerBiceps) – Disruptor of the Year
  • Piyush Purohit – Best Nano Creator
  • Aridaman – Best Micro Creator
  • Aman Gupta – Celebrity Creator of the Year
  • Lakshay Dabas – Most Impactful Agri Creator

(with inputs from PIB)

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7 Word Mantras – A Book On Teachings Of Select Thirukkural By Lifeline Hospitals Chairman Dr JS Rajkumar

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The Commune
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Dr. JS Rajkumar’s “7 Word Mantras” takes readers on a captivating journey into the profound teachings of Thiruvalluvar’s “Thirukkural,” as inspired by the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. The book, unveiled at the Chennai Litfest in February 2024, intricately explores the tenets of Thirukkural and their application in guiding the nation through various challenges.

With a keen focus on the universal appeal of Thirukkural, the author emphasizes how Prime Minister Modi has skillfully incorporated these teachings into his leadership style. The choice of Thirukkural as a common ground for bridging the cultural gap between South and North India reflects a deep understanding of its universal significance.

Dr. Rajkumar expresses heartfelt appreciation for the Prime Minister’s ambition, kindness, and visionary leadership. By drawing parallels between Modi’s statesmanship and the timeless wisdom found in Thirukural, the book aims to contribute to the broader dialogue on uniting the diverse cultural fabric of India.

Moreover, the author sheds light on Modi’s diplomatic use of Thiruvalluvar’s teachings, especially during international interactions, showcasing how the universal values encapsulated in Thirukkural transcend regional boundaries.

Ultimately, “7 Word Mantras” serves as a unique exploration of the intersections between leadership, cultural heritage, and timeless wisdom. It highlights the universal acceptance of Thirukkural and its potential to guide individuals towards a life rooted in Dharma, echoing the humble and principled existence attributed to Thiruvalluvar during the glorious Sangam era. Through this literary work, Dr. Rajkumar aims to inspire readers to embrace the profound teachings of Thirukkural and contribute to the collective journey towards a more harmonious and culturally integrated India.

About JS Rajkumar

Dr. J.S. Rajkumar is a highly accomplished medical professional, known for pioneering laparoscopic surgery and groundbreaking achievements in robotic surgery. With an illustrious academic journey, he holds 32 Gold Medals from Madras Medical College and FRCS from esteemed institutions. As an entrepreneur, he founded Lifeline Hospitals and chairs Trustr, an AI healthcare company. Dr. Rajkumar is also dedicated to philanthropy, leading initiatives for free medical treatment and screenings.

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The Ultimate Turncoat: Kamal Who Once Called MK Stalin An Insult Is Today Waiting To Ally With DMK

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The Commune
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Kamal Haasan, actor turned part-time politician and founder of Makkal Needhi Maiam, is today seen to be waiting to ally with the DMK for the upcoming Lok Sabha polls. 

In a series on “This Day That Year” by Dinamalar on social media platform X, a remark made by Kamal Haasan in 2021 has come to the fore. On 8 March 2021, Kamal is said to have made the statement, “If you want to insult Karunanidhi, all you need to say is MK Stalin.” MNM President Kamal Haasan said that if he wanted to be humiliated, he would lie down.

Is Kamal Waiting To Ally With The DMK? Here Are Some Indications

In January 2024,Chief Minister MK Stalin unveiled ‘Maha Kavithai,’ a composition by Dravidianist poet and #MeToo accused Vairamuthu. Sharing the stage with them was MNM Chief Kamal Haasan. 

In December 2023, Kamal Haasan blamed the heavy rains for the deluge that the city was grappling with. Kamal Haasan posted on his X handle in a manner that seemed to blame the cyclone for the entire problem while turning a blind eye to the mismanagement, poor or absence of preparedness from the establishment. 

He later met with the press today making even more controversial and insensitive statements. He went to the extent of saying that despite the best efforts of the government, the city had faced floods. As the founder of a party that claimed to do clean politics, Kamal Haasan has been repeatedly found to be subservient to the DMK government. He also went on to blame the people for purchasing houses in low-lying areas. 

In September 2023, when the eradicate Sanatana Dharma remarks were taking the internet by storm, Kamal refrained from condemning DMK Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin for his hate speech against the Hindu religion and said that the man is entitled to his views. In a social media post, Kamal Haasan said “The hallmark of a true democracy is the ability of its citizens to disagree and engage in continued discussion. History has repeatedly taught us that asking the right questions has led to important answers and contributed to our development as a better society.“, added that Udhayanidhi Stalin is entitled to his views on Sanatana and refrained from using the word Dharma along with it, going by the Dravidianist claims of there is no ‘Dharma’ in Sanatana.

In May 2023, the Tamil Nadu Champions Foundation (TNCF) was officially launched, and the Chief Minister’s Trophy 2023 logo, mascot, and theme song were unveiled at The Leela Palace in Chennai. M.K. Stalin, Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu (TN), was the chief guest of the event. Udhayanidhi Stalin, TN Minister for Youth Welfare and Sports Development, also presided. Chennai Super Kings captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni was invited as the guest of honor. Praising Udhayanidhi Stalin in this regard, Kamal said on his X handle, “It is a pleasure that the Tamil Nadu government has organized a huge sports competition named “Tamil Nadu Chief Minister’s Cup – Kalam Namate!” so that people can improve their skills and compete in the field.”

In February 2023, Kamal said that his friendship with Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin went beyond politics. Kamal stated that he and Stalin have been friends since the latter was introduced to him as M Karunanidhi’s son. “We may not be close friends, but we have remained friends and demonstrated that our friendship extends beyond politics whenever the opportunity arose,” he stated.

To commemorate Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin’s 70th birthday last year, Kamal opened an exhibition titled “Engal Muthalvar, Engal Perumai” (our chief minister our pride) in Chennai. Kamal recalled how Stalin had progressed from being a DMK cadre to becoming the state’s chief minister. “Despite being by his father’s side his entire life, he had never sought anything for himself. This is history that must be preserved,” Kamal stated.

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TN BJP Chief Annamalai Criticizes DMK’s Neengal Nalama Scheme, Alleges Misrepresentation Of Central Government Initiatives

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The Commune
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Once again, a conflict has arisen between Tamil Nadu BJP President K Annamalai and the incumbent DMK government. The discord emerged with the recent introduction of a scheme, purportedly designed to camouflage central government initiatives, which the state government has presented as a novel program. Without delay, the TN BJP leader voiced his disapproval of the DMK government’s actions and released a statement condemning the move.

The DMK in an effort to ensure initiatives that are launched effectively reaching the intended beneficiaries, Chief Minister MK Stalin unveiled the “Are you okay?” (Neengal Nalama) programme on 4 March 2024. Under this initiative, the Chief Minister, Chief Secretary, Secretaries of all Departments, Heads of Departments, and District Collectors will engage with the public to gather feedback on the various programs implemented by the state government through phone. The objective is to assess both the successes and shortcomings of these programs.

Following the launch, there was intense backlash from opposition parties in Tamil Nadu. Over the past ten days, the news has been dominated by reports of drug prevalence in the state, with no official response from the government. Adding to the controversy, the accused individual is a member of the ruling DMK party, serving as the NRI wing in-charge. The BJP had previously accused the Stalin-led state government of deceiving the public by merely rebranding central government schemes and presenting them as new state initiatives, leading to widespread disapproval and criticism.

Tamil Nadu BJP President Annamalai strongly criticized the DMK government, accusing Chief Minister MK Stalin of creating numerous commissions and subsequently announcing a new scheme, “Are You Okay,” which appears to merely rebrand existing central government initiatives. Annamalai highlighted issues such as law and order breakdown, alleged DMK involvement in international drug smuggling, brutality against scheduled caste individuals, hate speech by ministers, corruption in various departments, and ministers facing potential jail time for corruption cases. He expressed concern over the Chief Minister’s ability to introduce new plans without addressing existing challenges.

Chief Minister Stalin’s eight-page statement on the naming ceremony is mentioned, where he lists central government projects but allegedly mocks their impact on people’s lives. The BJP leader pointed out the DMK’s ‘Medicine at Doorstep’ project, which was initially introduced by the central government in 2017, and accused the DMK of sticking its label on the Jal Jeevan scheme. Annamalai also pointed out that this raised confusion among the public regarding the differences between various projects announced by the Chief Minister.

The BJP leader challenged the Chief Minister’s claim of requesting a relief fund of 37 thousand crores for rains and floods, citing a response from Union Minister Pankaj Chaudhary stating that the Tamil Nadu government sought much lesser amounts. Annamalai questioned the necessity for such a substantial relief fund when the state has a reserve and received significant central government support.

Additionally, Annamalai highlighted the direct benefits provided by various central government schemes, contrasting the practice with the DMK’s tendency to associate family names with projects. He criticized Chief Minister Stalin for allegedly neglecting the rain and flood issues in southern districts while engaging in political negotiations in Delhi. Annamalai urged the Chief Minister to fulfill his responsibilities and refrain from misleading the public with false information.

On 6 March 2024, Tamil Nadu BJP President Annamalai strongly criticized the DMK government in a released statement. “Since coming to power, the Chief Minister M.K.Stalin who was setting up commission over commission, Bored with it now, DMK has announced a new scheme called “Are you okay” to find out whether the schemes of the DMK government are working properly, changing only the name of the schemes of the central government. Law and order breakdown across Tamil Nadu, DMK executives are in large-scale contact with international drug smuggling DMK Brutality against the scheduled class people, Hate Speech by Ministers, Corruption in all departments, Ministers who are waiting to go to jail in corruption cases, DMK’s anarchy against the poor. It is unfortunate for the people of Tamil Nadu that the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu is in a position to announce a new plan and give it a name, even if he looks out of the room where he is.

Chief Minister Stalin has issued an eight-page statement on the naming ceremony. In that, as projects that are improving people’s lives, After listing four important central government projects Chief Minister’s Breakfast Program, Education at Doorstep,
Medicine at doorstep, Olympic Quest, on the seventh page, Chief Minister Stalin has made a joke about what the central government has done.

In particular, the DMK’s project called ‘Medicine at doorstep’ was introduced by the central government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2017 and started working in Krishnagiri, Pudukottai and Perambalur districts in Tamil Nadu in November 2017 which is a Population-Based Non-Infectious Diseases Screening (85-409) Project.The Central Government provides the funds for this scheme. Other than this, the DMK has stuck sticker on the go to the Jal Jeevan scheme of the central government. Further, people are confused as to what is the difference between the Chief Minister’s Address: Project, the Chief Minister with the People: Project, and the now-newly named Are You Well: Project.

Apart from this, the Chief Minister has told a big lie that he asked the central government for 37 thousand crores as a relief fund for the heavy rains and floods suffered by Chennai and southern districts. Union Minister of State for Finance Pankaj Chaudhary, in reply to a question raised by DMK Member of Parliament Kanimozhi in Parliament, said that the Tamil Nadu government is only asking for Rs.7,033.45 crore as Migjam storm relief and Rs.8,612.14 crore for flood relief, out of the state disaster relief fund provided by the central government last year. He had clearly stated that the Tamil Nadu government has a reserve of Rs.813.15 crores and that the central government has given Rs.900 crores as its share.

When the truth is like this, Chief Minister Stalin should inform the people that the demand of 37 thousand crore rupees mentioned by the Chief Minister was made to whom and how the relief of 37 thousand crore rupees was calculated. Also, the Chief Minister has informed that Rs.3,406.77 crores have been spent on relief work from the state calamity fund and government departments. Does the Chief Minister not know that the State Disaster Fund is the fund provided by the Central Government?

Apart from that, Rs. 3,406.77 crore for the relief work, more than ten times more than that, what is the mystery of asking 37 thousand crore rupees relief fund? The central government is providing Rs.6,000 per year in three installments to about 40 lakh farmers in Tamil Nadu under the Prime Minister’s Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme. In the last 5 years, in fifteen installments, Rs. 30,000 has been given to the farmers of Tamil Nadu. It is surprising that the Chief Minister did not know that the central government is directly providing funds to each farmer’s bank account through direct money transfer.

Prime Minister’s Housing for All Scheme, Free Toilets Scheme, Fertilizer Subsidy, Crop Insurance Scheme, Mahatma Gandhi Rural Employment Scheme, Cooking Gas Subsidy, Atal Pension Scheme, Prime Minister’s Life Insurance Scheme, Medical Insurance Scheme, Life Insurance Scheme, Mudra Loan for MSMEs , self-funding scheme for street vendors, there are many central government schemes that directly benefit the public. All of them are implemented as government projects, unlike the DMK, the central government led by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi does not have the practice of keeping their family names for projects.

While the people of the southern district were reeling under the rain and flood, Chief Minister Stalin, who had gone to Delhi to negotiate with the I.N.D.I alliance, is now forgetting it and creating a drama. The Chief Minister should realize the responsibility of his seat and make a statement. If you want, deceive the DMK by telling lies  but BJP will not allow to mislead the public again with false information.”

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8th Century Pallava Dynasty’s Ayyanar Sculpture Unearthed Near Ulundurpet, TN

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The Commune
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The Pallava dynasty, spanning from 275 CE to 897 CE, exerted its influence over a significant part of the Deccan, known as Tondaimandalam. Their impact on southern Indian history and heritage was pivotal, emerging as a prominent force following the decline of the Satavahana Empire.

Under the rule of Mahendravarman I (600–630 CE) and Narasimhavarman I (630–668 CE), the Pallavas achieved dominance, reigning over the southern Andhra region and the northern parts of Tamil Nadu for approximately 600 years, until the conclusion of the 9th century. Throughout their rule, they engaged in persistent conflicts with the Chalukyas of Vatapi to the north and the Tamil kingdoms of Chola and Pandyas to the south. Renowned for their patronage of Hindu Vaishnava temple architecture, the Pallavas’ notable contribution is exemplified by the Shore Temple, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Mamallapuram. The capital of the Pallava kingdom was Kancheepuram. Leaving behind an enduring legacy, the dynasty’s remarkable sculptures and temples laid the groundwork for medieval southern Indian architecture.

Historians Raj Panneerselvam and Udayaraja from Tiruvannamalai, during their field study in the Ulundurpet region of Kallakurichi district, have come across an exceptional stone sculpture. Their exploration led them to discover a depiction of Ayyanar situated on the lakeshore of Gunamangalam town within the Ulundurpet circle.

Ayyanar is intricately carved in bas-relief on a stone slab measuring approximately 3 feet in width and 4 feet in height. The depiction showcases Ayyanar wearing a beaded round crown atop his head, adorned with an ear-ring (Bhadra kundalam) in his elongated ears. His face is round with a mustache, and he sports a banded necklet (Sarapalli) around his neck. Seated on a pedestal in Utkuthikasana, Ayyanar positions his left hand on the pedestal while his right hand hangs by his leg, exuding a majestic presence.

At the feet of Ayyanar, a dog and goat are illustrated, with Ayyanar wrapped in a styled cloth (Yogga pattai) around his right leg from the shoulder. He wears a loin cloth, and a short sword is attached to it. Two water pots are depicted, one near the right leg and another near the dog, while a rooster is shown near the left thigh.

To the upper right side of Ayyanar, a horse is depicted, and on the left side, a female worker fans (Samaram – made of peacock feathers) the god. Next to them is a prostrate figure in a somewhat damaged state.

Raj Panneer Selvam notes, “Despite numerous Pallava Ayyanar sculptures being documented in the Villupuram region, this particular Ayyanar sculpture stands out for its uniqueness, featuring a plethora of sculptural ensembles. From the costume and ornamentation to the sculptural relief, it is confirmed to be an 8th-century Pallava Ayyanar. Remarkably, this statue, over 1200 years old, continues to be revered and worshiped today.”

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Madras High Court Orders Karuppar Kootam To Pay ₹1 Crore Compensation To Seva Bharathi Over False Accusations In Sathankulam Custodial Death Case

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The Commune
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In a development regarding the Sathankulam murder case, Seva Bharathi, a social service organization, approached the Madras High Court seeking a ban on news aired by the Karappar Kootam YouTube channel. Rabu Manohar, the President of Seva Bharathi, filed a defamation suit against Karuppar Kootam and demanded compensation of ₹1 crore for maligning Seva Bharti’s image by falsely implicating the organisation in the Sathankulam custodial death case.

The complaint was filed in 2020 with the Deputy Commissioner of Police, Kilpauk Zone, Chennai, against false allegations made by Karuppar Kootam channel linking the organisation to the custodial deaths of Jayaraj and Benix in Sathankulam, Tamil Nadu. The complaint addresses three videos falsely claiming Seva Bharathi collaborated with the police in the incident. Seva Bharathi asserted it has no presence in Sathankulam, and the accusations lack specifics about individuals or locations. The organization, known for impartial disaster relief, perceived the smear campaign as an attempt to undermine its reputation. Seva Bharathi called for legal action, urging the police to register a case under the Indian Penal Code and the Information Technology Act, requesting the ban of the channels and removal of the videos.

On 19 June 2020, P. Jeyaraj and his son J. Beniks were detained by Tamil Nadu Police, accused of violating COVID-19 lockdown regulations by keeping their mobile accessories shop open beyond permitted hours. Despite police claims of a lockdown violation, a subsequent CBI chargesheet revealed no such breach. Shockingly, both father and son endured sexual assault and torture while in custody, resulting in their tragic deaths. The incident, occurring in Sathankulam, Thoothukudi district, sparked widespread outrage and condemnation, shedding light on issues of police brutality.

 

Justice Satish Kumar took cognizance of the case and directed an investigation. The court also issued a notice to the Karappar Kootam channel, instructing them to respond to the allegations. To date, Karuppar Kootam has not provided any response on behalf of the channel.

Owing to the lack of cooperation, Justice Satish Kumar ordered the channel to pay ₹1 crore as compensation to Seva Bharathi. Additionally, the court directed that Karuppar Kootam refrain from discussing or reporting on Seva Bharathi in any manner.

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Drug Lord Jaffer Sadiq’s Bestie Ameer Compares Himself To Lord Krishna And Narrates Syamantaka Gem Story To Claim Innocence

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The Commune
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Days after various independent YouTube channels and news portals brought out the connection between director Ameer Sultan and druglord Jaffer Sadiq, Ameer gave an interview to a YouTube channel named The Debate to “clear the air”.

Flashing his victim card, claiming his daughter was harassed at work, he narrated a story from Srimad Bhagavatam where he compared himself to Lord Krishna. He claimed he was a man of honesty and determination and that people were hell-bent on destroying him. He questioned why he had to prove himself over and over again for a bomb blast or Corona. He said, “Is it my job to prove that I am honest? Is this why I was born? You sinners, you asked Sita to immolate herself, will you not tell me to do it? Aren’t you those who follow that ideology? If this is the situation for Sita, then what is the situation for Ameer?”

Then he started narrating a story of Lord Krishna. He said, “Let me tell you another thing. There is a book called Srimad Bhagavatam that narrates the story of the life of Lord Krishna. There is a story in that book. There was a king called Satrajita, he had a gem called Syamataka Mani/Syamantaka gem. The gem had such a power that whoever owned it would be wealthy, there would be no drought. Anyone who owns the gem can attract wealth but it can only be used for public good, not for personal use. This is the glory of the Syamantaka gem. But what King Satrajita does is he uses the gem to live a better life. At this time, his son Prasena steals it from him. Now the blame for the theft, who do you think it fell on? Lord Krishna. Who, the one who is worshipped as a God, is blamed for the theft of the Syamantaka gem. The whole town blames him for it.”

He continues, “Lord Krishna bears the burden of the blame and goes to a forest. He goes with the title of a thief to the forest. There, he meets Jambavan, the king of all bears. What Jambavan does is, attracted by the shine and splendour of the gem in the hands of Prasena, defeats Prasena, kills him, and takes the gem. Now when Lord Krishna meets Jambavan, he sees him having the gem. He asks, oh this is the Syamataka gem, how did you get it? They blamed me for stealing this and I have come here to the forest. Jambavan says if you want me to return this gem, you must marry my daughter. A wedding is conducted, Lord Krishna brings back the gem, returns it to the king, and proves himself innocent. This is in Srimad Bhagawatam. This is not my own story or opinion. When he hands over the gem, Lord Krishna says to Satrajita that Prasena stole it because Satrajita used it wrongly for his own benefit. This is God’s plan and you must use it for public benefit only. Even Sita was blamed, you think a blame has fallen on me that is greater than that of Lord Krishna? Let it come, we will see.”

The story narrated by Ameer has certain inaccuracies, we are not delving into those for the moment. But the fact that he compared himself with Lord Krishna and Ma Sita was what irked the public. 

Netizens reacted humourously to this claim. Some corrected the story he narrated while others called Ameer out for his apparent victim card showcase, while others pointed out that he could not compare himself to God’s messenger because it will be fatal for him.

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Tamil Nadu BJP President K. Annamalai Condemns Attack On News Tamil 24×7 Journalist

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In recent times, concerns have been raised about the increasing incidents of attacks on journalists in Tamil Nadu, particularly since the DMK came to power. The latest incident involving the assault on journalist Thangamani during his coverage of illegal water theft from the Cauvery River near Namakkal has drawn attention to the need for swift and decisive action against such acts of violence. Tamil Nadu Bharatiya Janata Party President, K. Annamalai, has strongly condemned the attack and called for immediate action against those responsible.

Thangamani’s investigative work shed light on the illegal theft of water from the Cauvery River to dye mills near Namakkal in Tamil Nadu. Such journalistic endeavors play a crucial role in exposing illegal activities that harm the environment and society. The illegal diversion of water, powered by electric motors, not only raises environmental concerns but also poses a threat to the livelihoods of those dependent on the river.

Annamalai expressed his strong condemnation of the attack on Thangamani. In a statement on his X handle, he emphasized the importance of journalists as the fourth pillar of democracy, serving to bring crucial information to the public domain. The attack on Thangamani, he wrote, was not just an assault on an individual journalist but an affront to the principles of democracy and freedom of the press.

Annamalai pointed out that the string of attacks on journalists since the DMK came to power raised serious concerns about the safety of those exercising their democratic right to report on issues affecting the public. He accused the DMK government of making a mockery of democracy by allegedly condoning attacks on journalists and failing to address the broader issue of rising assaults on the media.

The BJP leader has called for immediate and strict action against those involved in the illegal activities Thangamani was covering. He urged the DMK government to uphold democratic values by arresting those responsible for the assault on the journalist.

Just a few days ago, Polimer News cameraperson was attacked by DMK goons for covering the raids at DMK member’s courier office linked to the massive drug bust in the state.

A few weeks earlier, News7 Tamil journalist Nesaprabhu became the victim of a ruthless attack on 24 January 2024 by ‘mysterious men’. The assailants, armed with sickles and knives, inflicted severe injuries on the journalist. It was reported that the attack on Nesaprabhu was likely a repercussion of his recent coverage exposing the illegal sale of liquor in Tirupur.

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DMK Files Part 3: ‘Alert Everyone Somehow, Keep Everything In A Bag & Be Ready’, Annamalai Reveals How DMK’s A Raja Informed Jaffar Sait Of Raid During 2G Probe

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The Commune
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The Tamil Nadu Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President K Annamalai has been unveiling a sequence of audio recordings, revealing discussions between high-ranking members of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and the former Tamil Nadu intelligence chief, Jaffar Sait. The most recent audio segment marks the fifth tape in the DMK Files-3 series, showcasing yet another conversation between DMK Member of Parliament A. Raja and the former Intelligence Chief Jaffar Sait IPS.

These conversations occurred during the 2G probe and seem to prove that the probe was manipulated. In this recently released clip, the conversation centres on A Raja and Jaffar Sait discussing a potential test run of a CBI raid in Tamil Nadu. A Raja expresses his concern and informs Jaffar Sait about the possibility of a raid taking place across various locations associated with him. They discuss the urgency of alerting others and preparing for the situation. A Raja mentions the challenge of reaching a specific person (referred to as “our friend”) and expresses the need to convey the message discreetly. The conversation suggests a level of secrecy and caution, with A Raja emphasizing the use of a safe phone number for communication. They discuss the potential timing and scale of the raid, with A Raja indicating that it involves 10 to 12 simultaneous searches. The overall tone suggests a sense of urgency and the need for discreet communication in the face of an impending event. The transcript of the conversation is given below.

A Raja: Sir, I think there will be a small test run (CBI Raid) in Tamil Nadu tomorrow.

Jaffar Sait (JS): What is it, Sir?

A Raja: I think there will be a test run throughout Tamil Nadu.

JS: Is it tomorrow?

A Raja: Test run.

JS: Where?

A Raja: All the places associated with me.

JS: Oh, places associated with you is it?

A Raja: Yes. I haven’t conveyed the message yet. I do not know how to convey this message.

JS: Oh, oh.

A Raja: To close the procedure…

JS: Okay, okay.

A Raja: There will be a test run I guess. I am also struggling now, ‘our person’ has switched off his mobile. He knows the phone number of our leader. 

JS: Okay, through whom?

A Raja: Does he have any other number?

JS: Who?

A Raja: Our friend. Your friend.

JS: You mean my friend?

A Raja: No, no. Our friend from perambalur (Sadiq Batchas’s & A Raja’s associate in Perambalur).

JS: I don’t think there is another number.

A Raja: I couldn’t reach his number.

JS: Oh.

A Raja: Hmm.

JS: Okay… that means.

A Raja: I thought of alerting everyone somehow.

JS: I’ll convey the message by some other means.

A Raja: I already informed.

JS: Okay.

A Raja: I informed last week itself. Told them to keep everything in a bag and be ready (to move).

JS: Okay

A Raja: But still now…

JS: There is no time now. Probably around 6’O clock.

A Raja: There is no bad intention.

JS: Okay.

A Raja: I have to accept all the truth before the court.

JS: Okay. We shall complete it by 6 or 6:30 in the morning.

A Raja: They are planning to raid 10 to 12 places simultaneously.

JS: Okay.

A Raja: Okay let’s see. I tried to reach him but couldn’t.

JS: Okay. sir

A Raja: I think he was awake whole night to call and alert his people. 

JS: I’ll try to reach him by other means.

A Raja: I don’t know. I couldn’t reach him on his usual number. Let’s see.

JS: Okay, sir

A Raja: I’m talking to you on this number because it is safe.

JS: Okay. sir

The series of audio recordings has surprised many, creating internal shock within the DMK party, particularly in the context of the upcoming Lok Sabha polls. However, both the DMK and the mainstream Tamil media seem undisturbed by these revelations. The DMK has chosen not to offer any remarks on the audio clips, skillfully deflecting questions from reporters. Party members, without indicating approval or disapproval, are maintaining a composed silence, employing a practiced approach that appears to be a developed strategy over the years.

Annamalai had earlier released audio tapes of conversations that occurred during the 2G probe that seem to prove that the probe was manipulated.

Announcing the initial release of several audio clips, Annamalai unveiled a recording featuring conversations involving DMK MP TR Baalu and Jaffar Sait.

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Is Media Controlled In Tamil Nadu Under The DMK Govt? Independent Journalist Flags Challenges Of Reporting In TN

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In a recent post on social media platform X, independent journalist Saikiran Kannan shed light on what he sees as a pattern of control and silencing within the Tamil Nadu media under the ruling DMK government. Saikiran cited a specific example from October 2022 when he was investigating the Coimbatore car blast and uncovered links between the five initially arrested individuals and the accused in the 1998 Coimbatore blasts.

Despite confirming this information with Tamil Nadu Police sources, Kannan was surprised to find that none of the state’s media channels reported on these significant connections – that those arrested initially were connected to the 1998 Coimbatore bomb blasts. Upon delving deeper into the matter and engaging with senior journalists and media professionals in Tamil Nadu, he discovered that reporting the Coimbatore blast as a terror incident brought immense pressure from state government agencies. There were requests to tone down the reporting, with the government initially referring to it as a car cylinder explosion.

In response to these challenges, Kannan took the initiative to share the verified information with national channels. Notably, he spoke directly to Rahul Kanwal late one night and worked through the night to publish the story past midnight (at 01:42 am IST). This report was the first to link the two incidents, prompting many Tamil Nadu-based channels and media houses to subsequently cover the story after a national channel had reported it.

The incident underscores the reluctance within the Tamil Nadu media to report on certain sensitive matters, particularly those involving the ruling party. Kannan suggests that while some journalists may willingly comply, others face constraints in reporting the truth.

If we compare the reportage of the 2022 Coimbatore bomb blast to that of the 2024 Rameshwaram cafe blast, it is appreciable that the Karnataka state government has acknowledged that it was indeed an act of terror, unlike the TN government which kept pushing the cylinder blast agenda.

How DMK Leaders Downplayed The Terror Attack

DMK Environment Wing Secretary Karthikeya Sivasenapathy belittled the issue that was investigated for possible links to an Islamic terror group, saying that that the suspicious cylinder blast is being talked about because people have nothing else to discuss. In an interview, he repeatedly said that the chemicals found at the residence of the now deceased Jamesa Mubin, were common ones that can be purchased by anyone in the state, in particular Ammonium Nitrate, and went on to imply that it could’ve been used for agricultural purposes.

Mylai DMK MLA Velu downplayed the explosion, saying,”Why these needless words. Those who incited the crime should be punished first, rather than the perpetrators. Entire Tamil Nadu knows who is the reason for this (alleged “cylinder blast”). Go to the butcher shop and put your head in there. Tamil Nadu will be peaceful.” Through his tweet, the DMK MLA implied that it was BJP who triggered the Islamist fundamentalist to carry out the blast in Coimbatore and that the BJP should be punished for this crime. He also attempted to ridicule Annamalai by calling him a goat (Aadu) and saying, “Go and keep your head in butcher shop.”

In another instance, Isai, the State Deputy Secretary of DMK IT Wing, had shared a clip from Tamil movie Kadhalan in which the antagonist discusses with another man about creating a law and order situation through bomb blasts in order to topple the government.

This clip was shared by the DMK IT Wing leader suggesting that the Coimbatore blasts was a handiwork of the BJP. The tweet by Isai was retweeted by Mannargudi DMK MLA and the party’s IT Wing head TRB Rajaa

This disparity raises questions about the challenges faced by journalists in Tamil Nadu and the dynamics influencing their reporting in different contexts. One can see this even in the most sensational news breaks, especially in recent days with respect to the drug busts that are potentially linked to members of the ruling party.

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