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Traders and communist parties in Tenkasi protested restrictions on night bathing and new entry fees at Old Courtallam Falls. They staged a symbolic bath, arguing the changes commercialise the tourist spot and harm local livelihoods. The forest department implemented the new system following Madras High Court directions and the state's eco-tourism policy.

Tamil television serial Sakthivel has achieved a significant milestone of 781 episodes since its premiere in January 2023. This emotional family drama, starring Lakshmi Priya and Swaminathan Anantharaman, focuses on the challenges faced by four sisters and their mother after the loss of their father. The show continues to captivate audiences with its gripping storyline and relatable characters.

Mohan. K of All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam won the Panruti constituency with a margin of 10663 votes. He garnered 78398 votes, while Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi candidate Abdur Rahman. A.R came second with 67735 votes.

DMK's Katharbatcha Muthuramalingam secured a significant win in Ramanathapuram, securing 89,137 votes and a margin of 12,459. This victory adds to the DMK's historical presence in the constituency, which has seen shifts between DMK, AIADMK, and MMK. The broader Tamil Nadu election campaign focuses on welfare, law and order, and identity politics.

Early trends show the NDA, led by AINRC, is set to retain power in Puducherry. Chief Minister N Rangasamy secured the Thattanchavady seat, a key victory. The Congress-DMK alliance struggles, indicating a fragmented opposition. The NDA's organizational strength and voter outreach appear to have secured them another term, promising continuity in governance.

Police identified the accident victims as Jeevan Prasad, 17, son of Chinnadurai Poonaikkal Medu, and Dev, 18, son of Manikandan from Kamaraj Nagar in Bhavani.

Puducherry's 9.5 lakh voters will elect 294 candidates across 30 Assembly seats on April 9. The ruling NDA faces a challenge from the INDIA bloc and actor Vijay's TVK party. Chief Minister N Rangasamy is contesting from two constituencies as all arrangements are in place for the polls.

K Manikandan, 26, a resident of Selvapuram, was rushed to the Coimbatore Medical College and Hospital (CMCH) on April 25, with a stab injury to his chest, moderate pericardial effusion and impending cardiac tamponade.

The trailer for 'Bhishmar,' a musical romantic family thriller starring Dhyan Sreenivasan and Vishnu Unnikrishnan, has been released. Directed by East Coast Vijayan, the film marks the lead pair's first collaboration. Featuring a large ensemble cast and an experienced technical team, 'Bhishmar' is set to entertain audiences. The movie is slated for a March 20 release.