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12 June 2025
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Economy (1)
Tamil Nadu Receives Equal Funds from Centre for Every Rupee Contributed: Annamalai
K. Annamalai, former BJP State president, highlighted the financial transactions between Tamil Nadu and the Union government. He stated that for every rupee paid by Tamil Nadu to the Centre through Central GST and Income and Corporate Taxes, the State received an equivalent amount in return through devolution of funds, grants-in-aid, subsidies, and project funding. In the fiscal year 2021-2022, Tamil Nadu contributed ₹1,10,453 crore to the Centre, which increased to ₹1,34,425 crore in FY 2022-2023. During the same periods, the Centre allocated ₹72,510 crore and ₹76,465 crore, respectively, to the State. Additionally, subsidies for food, fertilizer, and other projects amounted to ₹30,456 crore in 2021-2022. Over the last four years, Tamil Nadu paid ₹4,36,136 crore to the Centre, while receiving ₹5,47,380 crore in return. Annamalai also discussed State schemes like Kalaignar Kaivinai Thittam and Mudhalvar Marundhagam, urging the government to disclose beneficiary numbers and address procurement issues for Janaushadhi outlets. He also mentioned the inevitability of political change in Tamil Nadu and welcomed a CBI inquiry into the Anna University defamation case.
Politics (3)
JSP Leaders Lead Plantation Drive Ahead of Pawan Kalyan’s Birthday
In preparation for the birthday of Jana Sena Party (JSP) President and Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan on September 2, JSP senior leaders Avanapu Vikram and Avanapu Bhavana initiated a large-scale plantation drive. They called upon party activists to undertake similar initiatives in their respective communities and villages. The leaders planted saplings near the SP’s bungalow and announced the distribution of 25,000 saplings to JSP activists, highlighting the urgent need to enhance green cover, particularly in Vizianagaram, where it remains critically low. Vikram stated that improving greenery would be a fitting tribute to Pawan Kalyan, who oversees the forest and environment portfolios. Additionally, a blood donation camp and other charitable activities were organized in collaboration with the Avanapu Suribabu Foundation, taking advantage of the ongoing monsoon season to maximize plantation efforts.
BRS Accuses Telangana Congress Government of Neglecting Education System
The Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) has criticized the Revanth Reddy-led Congress government in Telangana for allegedly neglecting the state's education system since December 2023. BRS leader and former IPS officer R.S. Praveen Kumar accused the government of failing to fulfill promises made to students, such as distributing scooters to college girls from poor families and providing ₹20 lakh overseas scholarships under the Ambedkar and Jyotirao Phule Overseas Education Support Scheme. He highlighted that during the previous BRS government, led by K. Chandrasekhar Rao, significant progress was made in education, including the establishment of 660 residential schools that enabled students from marginalized communities to pursue professional courses in national institutions. Praveen Kumar also alleged that Chief Minister Revanth Reddy deliberately retained the education portfolio to undermine it by neglecting the promotion of Young India schools, which were proposed to be built with ₹200 crore investments to house 2,560 students each. However, not a single school has been constructed so far, including in the Chief Minister’s Kodangal constituency and the Deputy Chief Minister’s Madhira constituency. Additionally, the government has registered cases against BRS leaders, including Praveen Kumar, for visiting residential schools and bringing issues to the government’s attention.
Congress Condemns KTR's Derogatory Remarks Against Telangana CM Revanth Reddy
The Congress party in Telangana has issued a stern warning to BRS working president K.T. Rama Rao (KTR) for allegedly making derogatory remarks against Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy. During separate press conferences at Gandhi Bhavan on Thursday, Congress leaders, including MLC Venkat Balmoor, Tourism Development Corporation Chairman Patel Ramesh Reddy, Road Development Corporation Chairman Malreddy Ramreddy, and TPCC general secretary Chanagani Dayakar, condemned KTR's comments as an attempt to incite political unrest. They accused KTR of using low-level language and attributed his outbursts to the ongoing scrutiny of the Kaleshwaram project. Balmoor emphasized that such remarks could provoke tensions and street-level clashes, while Patel Ramesh Reddy stated that those speaking ill of the Chief Minister would face consequences. The leaders also criticized the previous BRS regime for leaving Telangana in a 'debt trap' and affirmed the Congress government's commitment to reversing this through welfare and development initiatives. Additionally, Balmoor lodged a complaint with the Cyber Cell against KTR and MLA Kaushik Reddy for posting objectionable remarks on social media, which were deemed a threat to law and order.
Schemes (3)
New Anganwadi Building Inaugurated in Chamarajanagar Under Amyga Foundation Initiative
The Chamarajanagar Zilla Panchayat Chief Executive Officer, Mona Roth, inaugurated a newly constructed Anganwadi building in Doddinduvadi village, Chamarajanagar district. This initiative is part of the collaboration between the Amyga Foundation and the Department of Women and Child Development, which began in 2019. The foundation provides free Montessori-based English-medium education to over 600 children across India, including 250 children in Karnataka. The newly inaugurated building will accommodate more than 40 children. So far, the partnership has led to the construction of two new Anganwadi buildings and the renovation of 17 existing ones. The inauguration event was attended by Lakshmi Ramamurthy and M.R. Dharamarajan, trustees of the Amyga Foundation; Komathi, the foundation's general manager; and Rangan, deputy CEO of Walvoil, among others.
Aurobindo Pharma Foundation Awards Certificates for Pharmaceutical Quality Control Course
The Aurobindo Pharma Foundation, in collaboration with its Pydibhimavaram unit, has been actively supporting students by providing industry-led specialized training in the pharmaceutical sector. On Thursday, in Pydibhimavaram, Srikakulam district, K. Kamalakar Reddy, Head and Senior General Manager of the foundation, along with management consultant S. Dayanannda, awarded certificates to 28 students who successfully completed the 'Pharmaceutical Quality Control Analytical Techniques' course. Mr. Reddy emphasized the growing opportunities in the bulk drug manufacturing industry, both in India and abroad, and highlighted the foundation's efforts to equip M.Sc. graduates with practical knowledge and skills. The event also saw the presence of Manohar Reddy, the in-charge of the skill development program, and faculty members.
KMRL Explores Restoration of ‘Vidya’ Student Discount Metro Passes Amid Backlash
Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) is exploring ways to restore the ‘Vidya’ student discount passes, which were abruptly suspended ahead of the new academic year. The ‘Vidya’ passes, introduced in 2023, offered discounted metro travel for school and college students through single-day, 30-day, and 45-day options. The passes were popular among students who relied on affordable metro travel. However, KMRL suspended these passes without prior notice on April 1, 2024, citing the summer vacation period when educational institutions were closed. This decision led to widespread backlash from the student community and their families, as it increased daily commuting expenses and caused delays due to reliance on buses. Hibi Eden, Ernakulam MP, has urged KMRL to reinstate the passes and ensure future changes are communicated in advance. KMRL sources have acknowledged the complaints and are examining the possibility of resuming the scheme.
Miscellaneous (5)
Air India Flight AI 171 Crash Echoes Tragic Aviation Disasters in Indian History
The recent crash of Air India Flight AI 171 on June 12, 2025, in Ahmedabad bears a striking resemblance to the tragic Air India Flight AI 855 crash on January 1, 1978, which occurred shortly after take-off from Mumbai and plunged into the Arabian Sea, resulting in the death of all 190 passengers and 23 crew members. The 1978 crash was attributed to pilot disorientation following instrument failure. Similarly, Flight AI 171 crashed into a residential area near the airport shortly after take-off. This incident has drawn attention to other significant air disasters in Indian aviation history, including the 1985 Air India Flight AI 182 bombing by terrorists, which killed 329 people, and the 1996 Charkhi Dadri mid-air collision, the deadliest in Indian aviation history, claiming 349 lives. Other notable crashes include Indian Airlines Flight 605 (1990), Indian Airlines Flight 113 (1988), Air India Express Flight 1344 (2020), and Air India Express Flight 812 (2010), each resulting in significant loss of life. These incidents highlight the importance of aviation safety and the need for continuous improvements in the sector.
Eleven Rajasthan Residents Among Victims of Air India Crash from Ahmedabad
Eleven individuals from Rajasthan were among the passengers of the Air India flight that tragically crashed shortly after take-off from Ahmedabad airport on June 12, 2025. The victims included a family of five from Banswara, consisting of software professional Pratik Joshi, his physician wife Komi Vyas, and their three children, who were relocating to London. Dr. Vyas had recently resigned from a private hospital in Udaipur to begin her medical practice in London, where her husband had been residing since 2016. Additionally, siblings Shubh Modi and Shagun Modi, from a marble business family in Udaipur, were traveling to London for leisure after completing their business administration studies. Udaipur Collector Namit Mehta visited the Modi family’s residence, while Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma assured the victims’ families of all possible support and expressed condolences for the death of former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani in the crash. Two other passengers, Vardhichand Menaria and Prakash Menaria, employed in the UK culinary sector, were returning to London after a holiday in India. Abhinav Parihar from Bikaner and Khushboo Rajpurohit from Balotra were also among the victims. Governor Haribhau Bagade, Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma, and Assembly Speaker Vasudev Devnani expressed their grief over the incident. Both the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party and the Opposition Congress suspended their scheduled programs as a mark of respect for the deceased.
National Leaders Express Condolences After Ahmedabad Air Crash
The nation mourned the tragic air crash involving a London-bound Air India flight carrying 242 passengers and crew, which crashed in a residential area in Ahmedabad shortly after takeoff. President Droupadi Murmu, Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed their deep condolences and assured support for the affected families. Chief Justice of India B.R. Gavai, Congress leader Sonia Gandhi, BJP president J.P. Nadda, and Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge also extended their sympathies and called for a thorough investigation into the cause of the crash. Rahul Gandhi, Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, urged immediate rescue and relief efforts, while West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee expressed concern for survivors. Congress general secretary K.C. Venugopal announced the cancellation of all party-related events as a mark of respect for the victims.
Kharge Demands Supreme Court-Led Inquiry into Ahmedabad Plane Crash
Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha, Mallikarjun Kharge, expressed deep shock over the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad on Thursday, which resulted in over 150 fatalities. Kharge extended his condolences to the bereaved families and called for unity among the government, civil society, and Congress workers to aid survivors. He emphasized the need for a thorough investigation led by a sitting or retired Supreme Court judge to determine the exact cause of the crash. Kharge highlighted concerns over the aircraft taking off early despite adverse weather conditions, reportedly due to passenger pressure, and urged for this claim to be thoroughly investigated. He also stressed the importance of medical assistance for the injured and adequate relief measures for the affected locality. Kharge called for the investigation report to be submitted within three months and for stringent action against those found responsible. He also appealed to Congress activists to support survivors and assist in relief efforts.
Heavy Rainfall Causes Chaos in Hubballi-Dharwad, Red Alert Issued
Heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms severely impacted the twin cities of Hubballi-Dharwad on Wednesday evening, continuing past midnight. The downpour led to extensive waterlogging on major roads, inundation of low-lying areas, and significant traffic disruptions. Tragically, a motorcyclist, Hussainsab Kalasad, was washed away in an overflowing drain near Nekar Nagar, and his body remains unrecovered despite ongoing rescue efforts. The pillion rider was rescued by bystanders. In response to the adverse weather conditions, Deputy Commissioner Divya Prabhu G.R.J declared holidays for anganwadis, schools, and colleges on Thursday and Friday, although II PU examinations proceeded as scheduled. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert for the district, prompting authorities to advise the public to avoid unnecessary travel and prohibit water-related activities. The district administration has established helpline numbers for emergency assistance. Similar weather conditions were reported in Uttara Kannada, where Deputy Commissioner K. Lakshmipriya also declared holidays for educational institutions in several taluks.
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