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Is Vijay’s TVK A Christutva Project?

By
Kaathavaraayan
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Actor-turned-politician Vijay, the founder of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), is being positioned as a potential alternative to the Dravidian giants like DMK and AIADMK. But beneath the surface of his carefully built image lies a web of connections, allegations, and allegations suggest Vijay is being propped up by Christian evangelists, much like Andhra Pradesh’s former Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy. The parallels between the two leaders are striking—right down to their attire, their Christian affiliations, and their alleged ties to powerful religious syndicates.

The Jagan-Vijay Parallel: A Playbook For Christian Evangelism In Politics?

Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy, the former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, is no stranger to controversy. His rise to power was marked by allegations of corruption, questionable alliances, and a strong Christian identity as Andhra Pradesh has been a hotbed of evangelical activity. Jagan’s signature white shirt and khaki pants have become synonymous with his political brand, projecting an image of simplicity and accessibility. But critics argue that his ascension was heavily backed by Christian evangelists, who saw in him a leader who could further their agenda in a predominantly Hindu state.

Now, Vijay seems to be following a similar playbook. His political attire—a white shirt and khaki pants—mirrors Jagan’s, raising eyebrows about whether this is a mere coincidence or a calculated move to appeal to a specific voter base. Like Jagan, Vijay has deep Christian roots. His family, particularly his uncles. Xavier Alphonse and Xavier Britto, have strong ties to the Catholic Church and the Society of Jesus, a powerful religious order with significant influence in education and politics.

The Loyola Syndicate: A Shadowy Network Behind Vijay’s Rise?

At the heart of this is the alleged involvement of the Loyola syndicate, a network of individuals connected to Loyola College in Chennai, an institution run by the Society of Jesus. Vijay’s uncle, Xavier Alphonse, served as the principal of Loyola College and has been accused of embezzling funds, sexual harassment, and using his position to funnel money into the family’s film ventures. Another uncle, Xavier Britto, is a wealthy businessman and film producer who has been accused of exploiting parents through his school, St. Britto’s Academy, while living a lavish lifestyle funded by his various businesses.

Whistleblowers allege that the Loyola syndicate has been instrumental in Vijay’s rise, providing financial backing and political clout. The syndicate’s alleged activities—ranging from benami transactions to religious conversion—have raised questions about whether Vijay’s political ambitions are being fueled by a larger agenda to establish Christian dominance in Tamil Nadu.

The Conversion Mafia: A Hidden Agenda?

One of the most explosive allegations against Vijay is his alleged connection to a “religion conversion mafia” linked to the Society of Jesus. Critics point to his early career, where his films were produced by Xavier Britto under XB Film Creators, and his father, S.A. Chandrasekhar, allegedly used misappropriated funds from Loyola College to kickstart these ventures. Vijay’s sudden shift from overtly Christian themes—like his “Jesus Saves” statements—to a more secular image has been viewed as hypocritical, with many accusing him of using religion as a tool for political gain.

The parallels with Jagan Reddy are hard to ignore. In Andhra Pradesh, Jagan’s administration has been accused of turning a blind eye to mass conversions and favoring Christian institutions. If Vijay follows a similar path, it could signal a seismic shift in Tamil Nadu’s political landscape, with Christian evangelists gaining unprecedented influence.

The Family Empire: Money, Power, And Influence

Vijay’s family empire extends beyond politics and films. His wife, Sangeetha, recently became a major shareholder in a UK-based real estate company, raising suspicions of money laundering. With Sangeetha holding British citizenship and their son studying abroad, the family’s international connections add another layer to this. Critics allege that these offshore ventures are being used to funnel money into Vijay’s political ambitions, with the backing of global Christian networks.

De-Hinduizing Pongal And Tamil New Year: Treading The Same Path As DMK

the DMK and other ‘Dravidian Stockists’ observe Pongal (which occurs around January 14) as Tamil New Year as they argue that celebrating Chithirai 1 as the beginning of a new year amounts to following a ‘Brahmin-dominated’ or Sanskritic tradition which goes against Dravidian ideologies. Part-time politician C Joseph Vijay, too wishes for Tamil New Year on Pongal Day (Thai 1) and not Chithirai 1.

Instead of wishing for 2024 Tamil New Year which is a significant festival for Hindus in Tamil Nadu, Vijay chose to wish his fans and followers for Ambedkar Jayanti. 

This is nothing but an attempt to delink Hinduism from Tamil culture so that proselytizing forces can Christianize Pongal festival.

Vijay also did not acknowledge or wish the people of the state for Vinayakar Chaturthi, a festival celebrated by 87.58% of the Hindu population.

The Endgame: A Christian CM For Tamil Nadu?

The ultimate goal of these allegations, according to critics, is to establish a Christian Chief Minister in Tamil Nadu. With Vijay’s political entry, the pieces of the puzzle seem to be falling into place. His Christian affiliations, Loyola connections, and alleged backing by evangelists suggest a larger agenda at play. If successful, Vijay could become the face of a new political order in Tamil Nadu, one that aligns with the interests of powerful religious syndicates.

A Political Drama Scripted By Evangelists?

As Vijay prepares to contest the 2026 Tamil Nadu elections, the allegations surrounding his rise cannot be ignored. From his Christian affiliations and Loyola connections to the alleged involvement of the Loyola syndicate and the shadow of evangelism, the allegations paints a troubling picture. Is Vijay being propped up as a Christian alternative to the Dravidian parties? Are his political ambitions being funded and guided by powerful religious networks? The answers to these questions could determine the future of Tamil Nadu’s political landscape.

In the end, Vijay’s story may not just be about an actor entering politics—it could be a carefully scripted drama, with Christian evangelists pulling the strings behind the scenes. And if history is any indication, the consequences could be far-reaching, not just for Tamil Nadu, but for the entire nation.

Kaathavaraayan is a political analyst.

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Sundar Pichai Studied In A CBSE School, Not In Dravidian Model 2 Language Policy School: DMK MP Dayanidhi Maran’s Attempt To Paste Dravidian Model Sticker On Google CEO Busted

By
The Commune
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DMK leaders who often conveniently resort to spreading misleading narratives to defend their party’s stance. However, when scrutinized, these claims often collapse, revealing the reality behind them. A recent example is DMK’s Chennai Central MP, Dayanidhi Maran, who attempted to push the false narrative that Google CEO Sundar Pichai studied under Tamil Nadu’s two-language policy. His claim was disproven when it was revealed that Pichai studied at Jawahar Vidyalaya Senior Secondary School in Ashok Nagar, Chennai, an institution that follows the CBSE curriculum, which does not enforce a two-language policy but instead allows students the freedom to choose their preferred languages.

Dayanidhi Maran’s Remarks at a Public Event

Dayanidhi Maran inaugurated a three-day state-level men’s and women’s volleyball tournament organized by the Keeramangalam Vembangudi West Volleyball Association in the Alangudi Assembly Constituency of Pudukkottai district. The event took place in the presence of DMK Minister Raghupathi and MLA Meiyanathan.

Speaking to the media, Maran accused certain individuals of deliberately filing false cases against DMK members and attempting to incite unrest. He claimed that the DMK was handling these legal challenges effectively and emerging victorious.

He also commented on the ongoing debate regarding constituency delimitation, stating that Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin was the first in India to raise his voice against the BJP’s alleged attempt to dominate the country’s governance through Hindi-speaking MPs. Maran argued that Tamil Nadu’s opposition had inspired other southern states to join the cause and expressed confidence that the Chief Minister would succeed in his stance.

Maran further defended Tamil Nadu’s two-language policy, asserting that students educated in Tamil and English had consistently excelled. He attempted to support his claim by stating, “The chairman of Google studied only two languages.” He also questioned why northern states did not adopt trilingual education, arguing that Tamil Nadu should not be forced to do so if others were not.

Additionally, he criticized Tamil Nadu BJP State President K. Annamalai, accusing him of ridiculing the state’s language policies. Maran also referenced the composition of Indian and Tamil Nadu cricket teams, implying that there was an underlying issue of community-based dominance in the sport.

Where Did Sundar Pichai Study?

Sundar Pichai completed his schooling at Jawahar Vidyalaya Senior Secondary School in Ashok Nagar, Chennai, Tamil Nadu. He later attended Vana Vani School, located on the IIT Madras campus.

Jawahar Vidyalaya Senior Secondary School in Ashok Nagar, Chennai, follows the CBSE curriculum, which generally implements the three-language policy. Under this policy, English is the primary medium of instruction, while students have the option to choose a second and third language which could be Tamil, Hindi, English, French, etc.

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The “Cutting South” Files: Did The News Minute & Newslaundry Receive Foreign Funding For Their Divisive Propaganda Event?

By
The Commune
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Dravidianist and Congress mouthpiece The News Minute had Newslaundry have been indulging in anti-national narratives for quite some time. This is evident from their reporting, the news they select to highlight, and the groups they are associated with. In 2023, the duo joined hands to conduct an event called “Cutting South“. As seditious as it may sound, the event itself was questionable. If we dig a little bit into the event and its sponsors, alarming details come to the fore, especially in light of the USAID revelations.

The Canadian Connection: A Smoking Gun Contract

At the heart of the scandal is a contract dated 28 February 2023, signed between the Canadian High Commission (Colin Shonk, Counsellor and Head of the Advocacy Program at the Canadian High Commission in New Delhi) and three media entities: Confluence Media, The News Minute (Spunklane Media), and Newslaundry. The agreement, obtained through RTI filings, designates these outlets as “Producers” of the “Cutting South” event held on March 25-26, 2023, at Kochi’s Bolgatty Palace.

Key clauses reveal:

  • Canada contributed CAD 4,000 (₹2.4 lakh) directly to organizers
  • Mandated inclusion of a panel on “gender/diversity/climate“ with a Canadian High Commission speaker

 

 

 

It is alleged that the organizers of the Cutting South event received the sponsorship from Canada without obtaining permission from India’s Ministry of External Affairs.

The Cutting South conclave, held in Kochi in March 2023, was primarily sponsored by the Kerala Media Academy, a media institution under the Government of Kerala. While the Kerala Media Academy claimed that ₹44 lakh had been spent on the programme, questions remain about how The News Minute and News Laundry independently entered into an agreement with the Canadian High Commission.

Under the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA), approval from the Ministry of External Affairs is mandatory before accepting foreign funds. The Union Government has the authority to take action against institutions that receive such funds without adhering to legal protocols. Since Narendra Modi’s government came to power in 2014, FCRA regulations have been tightened, leading to the cancellation of registrations for several organizations found to be receiving foreign funds unlawfully.

The Paper Trail Of Public Funds

Perhaps the most troubling aspect of this investigation is how The News Minute and Newslaundry, along with their partners, managed to secure substantial public funding for their event while maintaining editorial control.

The invitation letter sent to Kerala’s top officials on 12 February 2023, strategically positioned the Kerala Media Academy – an autonomous institution under the Government of Kerala – as merely a “knowledge partner.” Yet RTI responses reveal the Academy spent a staggering ₹44,95,000 (approximately $60,000) of public funds on the event.

The financial relationship appears deliberately obscured. When initially questioned about the expenditure through an RTI request in May 2023, the Academy provided an evasive response, claiming “the process of adjusting the amount of expenses…has not been completed.” Only a year later, in May 2024, did they finally disclose the full financial details.

Meanwhile, The News Minute and Newslaundry, along with Confluence Media, maintained complete “creative and programming control” over the event, as stipulated in their agreement with the Canadian sponsor. This meant that while taxpayer money funded the bulk of the event, these private media entities retained decision-making authority over its content and messaging.

The detailed expense breakdown reveals:

  • ₹8,93,869 for flight tickets
  • ₹5,80,660 for accommodation
  • ₹4,05,591 for food expenses
  • ₹7,48,356 for LED wall, light & sound
  • ₹5,21,580 for decoration, publicity & hall arrangement

 

 

The Cutting South event was inaugurated virtually by Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan. Other key attendees included Minister P. Rajeev, who was the Chief Guest, and Leader of the Opposition VD Satheesan from the Congress party, who attended as a Special Guest. Kerala Media Academy Chairman R.S. Babu presided over the event. In his virtual address, CM Vijayan claimed that the very existence of the media was under threat.

The invitation letter reveals a deliberate strategy to secure this political protection: “We would also have active participation from representatives from across the entire political spectrum of India.” By framing the event as politically inclusive, the organizers tried to effectively neutralize potential criticism from either the ruling coalition or the opposition.

The Media Ecosystem: Creating Institutional Legitimacy

The News Minute and Newslaundry didn’t operate in isolation. They cultivated institutional legitimacy through partnerships with established media bodies like the Kerala Union of Working Journalists (KUWJ).

The RTI response dated 17 May 2023, confirms this relationship, stating: “The Kerala Media Academy International Journalism Festival and Photo Festival was organized by KUWJ, NewsLaundry, The News Minute, and Confluence Media at the Town Hall, Ernakulam from 24th to 26th March 2023.”

 

At the heart of this controversy lies an extraordinary contradiction. Official documents, including invitation letters and a legally binding sponsorship agreement, explicitly name the event as “Cutting South.” Yet when questioned about it over a year later, the government-funded Kerala Media Academy categorically denied ever organizing or participating in any such event.

The evidence is unambiguous. An invitation letter dated 12 February 2023, addressed to Kerala’s Chief Secretary Sri V.P. Joy, clearly states: “Together with Newslaundry and The News Minute we at Confluence Media, are organizing Cutting South, a celebration of journalism that will bring together leading news professionals from across the world to Kerala. Kerala Media Academy is the knowledge partner for the event.”

 

 

This isn’t just some passing reference. Yet in an official explanation dated 13 August 2024, the Kerala Media Academy brazenly claims: “The Media Academy has not organized an event called Cutting South or participated in any such event.” Instead, they insist they organized an “International Journalism Festival & Photo Festival” on the exact same dates.

 

 

 

By partnering with KUWJ, The News Minute and Newslaundry gained additional credibility and access to established media networks in Kerala. The Kerala Union of Working Journalists (KUWJ), a collaborator in the event, has previously defended Siddique Kappan, a journalist arrested under UAPA for allegedly inciting unrest. This association suggests a troubling alignment with groups that challenge India’s legal and constitutional framework. This partnership strategy helped transform what might otherwise have been seen as an event organized by digital media platforms into something with institutional backing from traditional journalism organizations.

It is noteworthy that the then governor’s office issued a statement that they were not aware of such an event and did not consent to participate.

The statement read, “It is noted that one organization namely “Cutting South”, not known to the Hon’ble Governor, is organizing a function for the celebration/felicitation of Neither Raj some important persons at Cochin on March 25, 2023. Neither Raj Bhavan, nor Hon’ble Governor has given consent for the participation in the programme. It is, therefore, informed that such an organization is strange to Hon’ble Governor and hence, in no way connected with His Excellency.”

 

Even before its launch, the Cutting South conclave had sparked controversy. Allegations emerged that the event was promoting the idea that southern states like Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana should break away from India Initially, the organizers sought to involve high-profile personalities in the program, but once the separatist agenda was exposed, many withdrew. Amid rising controversy, the Kerala Media Academy attempted to rebrand the event as the Global Media Summit to deflect criticism.

During his speech, CM Pinarayi Vijayan referred to the program as Global South rather than Cutting South, a change observers believe was influenced by intelligence reports warning about the nature of the event.

Before “Speaking Truth To Power”, How About Being Truthful First?

The Cutting South event, backed by The News Minute and Newslaundry, exposes a disturbing mix of foreign influence, media manipulation, and political deception. Their secret deal with the Canadian High Commission, allegedly without FCRA approval, and the ₹44 lakh in taxpayer money funneled through the Kerala Media Academy, raise serious red flags. Despite public funding, these media outlets retained full control over the event’s agenda, shaping discussions that many believe carried a divisive, separatist undertone. The Kerala Media Academy’s flip-flop—first funding the event, then denying any role—only adds to the suspicion. The last-minute rebranding from Cutting South to Global South, along with intelligence warnings, suggests an attempt to cover up the event’s true intent after facing public scrutiny.

This isn’t just about a shady media conclave—it’s about the bigger problem of journalists masquerading as neutral voices while pushing hidden agendas. The Modi government’s crackdown on FCRA violations has already exposed many such cases, and The News Minute and Newslaundry shouldn’t be exceptions if they broke the law. What’s equally concerning is the mainstream media’s silence—why aren’t they questioning this? The ones who claim to fight for press freedom and democracy seem suspiciously quiet when their own are in the hot seat. This entire episode serves as a stark reminder that not all journalists are independent truth-seekers—some are just well-funded mouthpieces for foreign interests, selling narratives to the highest bidder.

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Dravidian Model: Roof Of Newly Renovated Dindigul Govt School Classroom Collapses Injuring Seven Students

By
The Commune
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A section of the roof in a fourth-grade classroom at Dindigul Corporation Middle School collapsed, injuring seven students who were immediately taken to Dindigul Government Hospital for treatment. The incident has raised concerns among parents, especially since the building underwent repairs just a month ago.

The school, which serves students from grades 1 to 8, has an enrollment of over 400 children. The classroom buildings were originally constructed in 2009 during the DMK government and have been in use since then. Over the years, several structural issues emerged, including cracks and damages in multiple areas. In response, the school administration alerted the Dindigul Corporation, which initiated repair work three months ago, including wall restoration and painting. The fourth-grade classroom was among the recently repaired structures.

On 7 March 2025, while classes were in session, more than 40 students were inside the fourth-grade classroom when the roof suddenly collapsed, injuring seven students, including Mohammed Shakeel, Anto, Gautham, Akhilesh, Tharun, and Ajay. Teachers promptly rescued the injured and transported them to the hospital. Following the incident, Corporation officials and local police arrived at the school, leading to a tense situation in the area. Concerned parents have demanded immediate measures to ensure student safety. In response, the Dindigul Corporation suspended Assistant Executive Engineer Thiagarajan.

Former AIADMK Minister Dindigul C. Sreenivasan, who visited the school, attributed the collapse to substandard, profit-driven construction work. He emphasized that the renovation, which cost ₹1 crore, was poorly executed and called for strict action against the contractor and Corporation officials responsible.

On the other hand, DMK Rural Development Minister I. Periyasamy, who visited the injured students at the hospital, defended the government’s efforts in school infrastructure development. He stated that after Chief Minister Stalin took office, substantial funds were allocated to improve school buildings. He clarified that the roof that collapsed was not part of recent renovations but an older repair where improper plastic adhesion caused the failure. While reassuring that Tamil Nadu schools are well-constructed under the current administration, he acknowledged the mistake and assured that an investigation would be conducted, with necessary actions taken against those responsible.

This is not an isolated incident; similar cases of government school ceilings collapsing on students have been recurring over the past few years under the DMK government.

  • On 3 March 2024, three students from a government school near Vaniyambadi were seriously injured when the roof of a newly inaugurated classroom gave way. The collapse occurred at a panchayat union primary school in Shankarapuram, Tirupattur district.
  • On 27 August 2024, three students were injured when a section of the ceiling plaster fell on them during class at a government-run school in Krishnagiri. The accident raised significant concerns about the safety and structural integrity of the building, which had only been opened two months ago with MPLADS fund.
  • In July 2024, a ceiling of a newly constructed Panchayat Union Middle School near Kanchipuram collapsed, where the building, completed three months prior.
  • In August 2024, another ceiling of a classroom at a government school in Thiruporur collapsed, injuring five female students and sparking protests from parents who questioned the quality of the construction

(With inputs from Dinamalar)

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How Pastor Bro. MD Jegan Twists Faith, History, And Fear To Push Religious Conversion

By
The Commune
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In the 21st century, when people of diverse faiths generally coexist harmoniously, some missionaries persistently disrupt this peace by repeatedly delivering messages subtly designed to influence their spiritual seekers and use them as a means for conversion. One such example is Bro. MD Jegan of Heavenly Ladder Ministries. At first glance, he may appear to be like any other pastor preaching the teachings of God; however, a closer examination of his rhetoric reveals an intolerance toward those who practice other religions—implying that individuals outside his faith cannot be saved.

A review of his series of videos suggests a pattern where he distorts historical facts, aligning everything with biblical narratives, ultimately implying that ‘only Christians will be saved.’

Bro MD Jegan, the leader of Heavenly Ladder Ministries, seems to focus more on religious conversion than embracing secular values. In one of his videos, he explicitly urges Christians to engage with Hindus who approach them with friendliness, using these interactions as opportunities for proselytization.

During a gathering, he stated, “Have you noticed a good quality in Hindus? A Hindu visits Tirupati or Palani, and when he returns, he brings laddus to share with. Some among us refuse to accept them, while others do. One group believes in love with the laddu, ‘We can eat anything with Sthothiram (praise).’ Another group, more zealous for Jesus, will not eat such offerings. But he (Hindu) will go to Tirupati next year and eventually, he say, ‘I’ll offer this to you but you wont receive it,” again the next year he will visit Tirupati. When he returns he will bring a laddu for you, do you know what will he say? ‘I didn’t get this from the top; I bought it separately just for you.’ He has been thinking of you when he visited Tirupati thinking, ‘They wouldn’t eat when giving to everyone,’ Look at the love he has for us! Remember, more than the laddu he has, the lord whom you poses has the potential to provides eternal life. He is necessary for his (Hindu’s) soul. Has it ever occurred to him (Hindu) that he should give it to you. You decide yourself that they cannot be saved (converted). Just sow the seed that must be sown, cast it upon the waters, and one day, it will surely bear fruit.”

His message promotes religious conversion, urging Christians to use friendly interactions as opportunities to proselytize Hindus rather than embracing harmony and secularism.

Then, in a calculated move, he shamelessly uses a YouTube title and thumbnail proclaiming, “9 Crore Indians are going to die? But Christians will survive!” This immediately raises the question: is he intentionally fearmongering by implying that only those who convert to Christianity will be spared, while others will perish? Rather than sharing the gospel or spreading Jesus’ message, the video appears to reveal his underlying hostility toward people of other religions and his frustration that they do not embrace Christianity.

In another video, Bro MD Jegan discusses a recent research article predicting that by 2030, 90 million Indians could be pushed into poverty. Seizing the moment to captivate the audience at the prayer meeting, he draws a biblical parallel, stating, “Just as the Bible foretold.” He then recounts the story of Elijah being fed by ravens at the Brook of Cherith, where God commanded the birds to bring him bread and meat daily. Through this narrative, he subtly implies that faith in God alone is the ultimate solution to overcoming poverty. But if divine intervention is the only answer, then what is the purpose of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)? And what about the efforts India is making to combat poverty through policy, innovation, and economic reforms?

In another video, Bro. MD Jegan claims that Tamil Nadu’s distinct nature is due to the influence of Christianity, particularly because of the arrival of Thomas the Apostle. He argues that this Christian influence is the reason why even powerful rulers like the Mughals and Emperor Ashoka were unable to dominate the state.

Bro. MD Jegan claims, “Tamil Nadu state has always been a headache to India. Not just now, but throughout history —both before and after independence. Tamil Nadu has always means as a headache. Just check out the history I’m saying this from the Mughals and Ashokan period,  even who conquered vast parts of India, could not conquer two regions which is Kerala and Tamil Nadu. You can verify this on any map. I believe the reason for this is that Thomaiyar (Thomas the Apostle, a disciple of Jesus Christ). Thomaiyar’s first set foot in Kerala and last foot in Tamil Nadu. These two regions have remained unconquered by anyone, and this two steps is remembered even today. If we wish to protect this two steps, then by uniting our efforts, Tamil Nadu can be a precedent to India.”

The missionary Bro. MD Jegan does not stop at religious conversion efforts but also delves into conspiracy theories about international politics, specifically targeting Israel. He claims that former U.S. President Donald Trump has been aiding Israel in acquiring holy sites, including Bethlehem, which is currently under Palestinian Authority control.

In a video, Jegan suggests that Israel’s alleged demolitions of mosques and an impending war could be signs of biblical prophecy. He states, “Trump starts this war to capture this place (Bethlehem) What is the sign for both you and me? This war, what will happen—we will see all that later. Tomorrow, if the Lord wills, we will see. But if you ask me, what is the sign for you here? This place of worship you see it there now will disappear from that place. There are two reasons for that. It will disappear by either of the reason. One is that it will disappear in this war, it may fall . Someone might demolish it. Israel has already demolished 500 mosques in the Gaza Strip alone. Maybe this will be the last one to destroy. Otherwise, a great earthquake will come to Israel in our time. How do I know? Ezekiel 38:19 says: ‘On that day, there will be a great earthquake in the land of Israel.’ If it is a great earthquake, it must be at least a magnitude of six. Be careful, because if a major earthquake happens, this place of worship might collapse. There is a possibility of one war and one earthquake—these are two signs that Jesus spoke about. When you see this destruction, it means that the age of the Church has ended.” His statements attempt to link geopolitical events with biblical prophecy, pushing the narrative that Israel’s actions and natural disasters are signs of an imminent apocalyptic event turning the blame on Israel.

In conclusion, Bro. MD Jegan of Heavenly Ladder Ministries distorts historical facts, exploits geopolitical events, and frames interactions with people of other faiths as opportunities for proselytization; he undermines the spirit of coexistence that is essential in our diverse, pluralistic society. The examples of Bro. MD Jegan’s rhetoric serve as a reminder of the importance of critical thinking and vigilance in the face of narratives that seek to divide rather than unite.

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Hindu Munnani Successfully Thwarts Islamic Conversion Attempt In Panaiyur Village

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The Commune
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Hindu Munnani has successfully foiled another alleged religious conversion attempt by a group of individuals from Madurai who visited Panaiyur village, a predominantly Hindu area.

According to reports, a group of ten individuals arrived in the village in an auto-rickshaw and engaged in door-to-door preaching. They were allegedly singing Islamic devotional songs accompanied by drums while distributing holy water and amulets, urging locals to visit mosque. Concerned residents alerted Hindu Munnani, which promptly intervened and confronted the group. Citing laws against forced conversions, the Hindu Munnani members successfully stopped the activity and sent the individuals back.

Following the incident, Hindu Munnani issued a statement via its official account, saying, “Religious conversion thwarted. Ten individuals from Madurai arrived in an auto-rickshaw and went door to door, singing Islamic songs accompanied by drums offered water and amulets to Hindus, urging them to visit mosques and attempted converting to Islam in Panaiyur village, a Hindu-majority area. Upon learning of this, Hindu Munnani officials rushed to the scene, confronted the Islamic conversion group, and sent them away. As a result, the conversion attempt was halted in Panaiyur village.”

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NSA Invoked Against Prime Suspect Imtiaz In Tirunelveli Theatre Petrol Bomb Attack During ‘Amaran’ Film Screening

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The Commune
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Imthiaz, Prime Suspect In Petrol Bomb Attack Targeting Theatre Screening Amaran Film, Arrested In Tuticorin

Following the recommendation of the Madurai Anti-Terrorism Squad and Tirunelveli City Commissionerate, the National Security Act (NSA) has been invoked against 42-year-old Imtiaz, who was arrested for inciting and orchestrating the petrol bomb attack at Alangar Theatre on Nethaji Road, Melapalayam, Tirunelveli. The attack took place during the screening of the Tamil movie Amaran and was allegedly aimed at disrupting religious harmony.

Tirunelveli City Deputy Commissioner of Police (East) Vinoth Santharam, along with the Madurai Anti-Terrorism Squad and Additional Superintendent of Police Kuppusamy, recommended NSA action against Imthiyas. Based on this recommendation, Tirunelveli City Police Commissioner Santosh Hadimani approved the move, leading to his preventive detention at Palayamkottai Central Prison.

Background 

On January 2024, authorities arrested Imtiaz, the key suspect in the petrol bomb attack that occurred in the early hours of 16 November 2024. During the screening of Amaran, unknown individuals hurled three petrol bombs at Alankar Theatre. Fortunately, no casualties or major property damage were reported.

Initially, the case was investigated by local police under the leadership of Deputy Commissioner Vijayakumar, leading to the detention of two suspects. The case was later transferred to the Anti-Terrorism Squad, with a special team led by SP Ramesh Krishnan conducting a thorough probe in the Melapalayam area.

Investigations revealed that the attack was ideologically driven. Imthiyas, a resident of Al-Amin Nagar in Melapalayam, was identified as the mastermind behind the bombing. Authorities confirmed his alleged affiliation with a terrorist organization and his involvement in other pending cases.

After evading arrest for a significant period, Imthiyas was finally apprehended in Athur, Tuticorin district. Several individuals had already been arrested in connection with the attack, including Syed Mohammed Buhari, Mohammed Yusuf Rasheen, Kola Badusha, Sirajuddin, and Nisar—all from Melapalayam.

Authorities continue their investigation, focusing on uncovering further links and networks associated with the incident.

(With inputs from Thesubeditor Tamil)

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University Of Madras Cancels Controversial Lecture On Spreading Christianity In India After Public Outrage

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The Commune
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The University of Madras has now cancelled a controversial lecture titled “How to Spread Christianity in India” and “Why Need This Margam” following a massive public backlash.

The event, scheduled under the Sir S. Subramania Ayyar Endowment Lectures by the Department of Ancient History and Archaeology, sparked outrage for its blatant religious proselytization under the banner of a secular, taxpayer-funded institution.

The official invitation stated that the lecture that was supposed to be delivered by Er. K. Siva Kumar, went viral on social media, drawing widespread criticism. Many questioned how such overtly religious topics, which have no connection to history or archaeology, were approved in the first place. The invitation explicitly promoted Christian evangelism, raising serious concerns about academic neutrality and the university’s role in religious advocacy.

Netizens expressed their shock and disapproval, with many criticizing the university for endorsing a program that seemingly sought to propagate a specific religion rather than focus on historical or archaeological discourse. Some sarcastically questioned whether the university was promoting fundamentalism, while others labeled the event as “absurd” and “bizarre.” The backlash intensified as many pointed out the inappropriate use of a public institution for religious propagation.

In response to the mounting outrage, the university’s Department of Ancient History and Archaeology issued an official letter on 7 March 2025, announcing the cancellation of the event. The letter, signed by Dr. J. Soundararajan, Head of the Department, cited “administrative reasons” for the cancellation but failed to address the core issue of how such a lecture was approved in the first place.

After the issue gained traction, the Registrar of Madras University sent a letter to the Tamil Nadu Governor’s office about the “unauthorized conduct” of the lecture.

The letter stated that the Department of Ancient History and Archaeology has not obtained any permission from Madras University to conduct the Endowment lecture on the said topics.

“In view of this, we instruct the concerned individual to cancel the endowment with immediate effect”, the letter said.

While the cancellation of the lecture may have diffused immediate tensions, the controversy has undoubtedly raised serious concerns about the role of public institutions in maintaining secular academic spaces.

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Manipur: Joint Ops By Army, Other Forces Lead To Recovery Of 114 Arms, Explosives

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The Commune
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The security forces after the expiry of the 15-day deadline to surrender looted and illegally-held arms and ammunition, further stepped up their search operations in 10 of the 16 Manipur districts and recovered 114 weapons, IEDs, grenades, various ammunition and other war-like stores, officials said here on Saturday.

A Defence spokesman said that in a series of joint operations during the past 24 hours, Army, Assam Rifles, various Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) and Manipur Police recovered 114 weapons, Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), grenades, various ammunition and other war-like stores. The joint operations were conducted in the hill and valley districts — Bishnupur, Senapati, Thoubal, Jiribam, Chandel, Churachandpur, Kangpokpi, Imphal East, Imphal West and Kakching.

The security forces also destroyed several bunkers in Kangpokpi and Tengnoupal districts. In Nepali Basti of Bishnupur district, an operation by the Indian Army and Manipur Police resulted in recovery of seven weapons consisting of two Carbines, two Pistols, two Rifles and one improvised mortar, ammunition and other war-like stores.

Similarly, in Chandel district, a search operation resulted in recovery of 55 weapons comprising nine 12-bore Single Barrel Rifles, twelve Muzzle Loaded Rifles, one 12mm Single Bore Shotgun, one Single Barrel rifle, 32 Improvised Mortars of various calibres, four IEDs, grenades, ammunition and other war-like stores.

In Senapati district, on receipt of information about the presence of arms and ammunition, the Assam Rifles, in coordination with Manipur Police launched a joint operation in general area Taphou Kuki and recovered four weapons comprising two bolt-action single-barrel guns, one double-barrel gun and one 12 Bore Single Barrel Rifle.

As many as 15 weapons were recovered by Assam Rifles and Manipur Police from Gothol areas in Churachandpur district. In the mixed populated Jiribam district, a joint operation of Assam Rifles and Manipur police in Ankhasu village resulted in recovery of nine improvised mortars (Pompi). In Imphal East district, in the areas of Pourabi, Sawombung and Kalika, Indian Army and Manipur Police launched operations and recovered six weapons.

Manipur Police also arrested two cadres of the Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) militant outfit and recovered some arms and ammunition from them. The Defence spokesman said that the joint operations to recover the remaining looted arms and ammunition would continue in both valley and hilly districts.

Police officials said that responding to Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla’s appeal till March 6 around 1,023 arms and a huge cache of ammunition have been surrendered by various organisations and individuals in five valley districts, five hill districts and mixed populated Jiribam districts since the Governor made the appeal for the first time on February 20.

According to various reports during the ethnic riots between Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities since May 3, 2023, more than 6,000 different types of sophisticated arms and lakhs of pieces of different types of ammunition were looted from the police stations and outposts by the mobs and militants of both communities.

–IANS

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Part-Time Politician “Joseph” Vijay Who Called For Establishing Tamil As ‘Language Of Worship’ Attends Arabic-Language Iftar

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Full-time actor-turned-part-time politician C. Joseph Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) hosted a grand Ramzan Iftar at the YMCA grounds in Royapettah, Chennai, on Friday (7 March 2025) attended by nearly 3,000 people, including imams from 15 local mosques. Vijay, dressed in white and wearing a skullcap, participated in the prayers before breaking fast alongside Muslim attendees. Reports suggest he observed a full day of fasting and followed Islamic prayer customs before hosting the feast. The event was positioned as a display of brotherhood and inclusivity, with Vijay personally thanking attendees for their presence.

 

However, Vijay’s participation in Arabic-language prayers starkly contradicts one of the key resolutions passed at TVK’s recent party meeting in Panaiyur, Chennai. Among the 26 resolutions adopted, TVK called for Tamil to be established as the “language of worship” in Tamil Nadu. This raises a fundamental question: will Vijay’s demand for Tamil worship extend to non-Hindu communities, or is it merely an attempt to reshape Hindu traditions alone?

Currently, Hindu temple traditions in Tamil Nadu already incorporate Tamil hymns such as Thevaram and Naalayira Divyaprabandham alongside Sanskrit chants. Meanwhile, Islamic prayers, including the five daily azaans, are conducted exclusively in Arabic. If Vijay truly believes in linguistic uniformity, why does his party’s resolution not challenge the use of Arabic in Islamic worship?

TVK’s resolutions, which include opposition to NEET, the Governor’s role, One Nation One Election, and the Waqf Bill, largely mirror the DMK’s political playbook. However, Vijay’s selective application of the “Tamil as the language of worship” proposal suggests that this resolution is yet another attempt to interfere with Hindu religious practices while leaving other communities untouched.

Vijay’s actions at the Iftar make it clear that his push for Tamil in worship is not about linguistic pride but a politically motivated stance aimed at selectively reshaping traditions. Will he extend his demand for Tamil worship beyond Hindu temples, or is this yet another instance of double standards at play?

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