Former CM Vaithilingam unanimously elected as Speaker

Puducherry:  Former Chief Minister and senior Congress leader V Vaithilingam was today unanimously elected as Speaker of the 14th Puducherry Assembly.

As soon as the proceedings began, Pro Tem Speaker V P Sivakolundhu announced that Vaithilingam has been elected unanimously as Speaker as he was the only candidate who had filed papers when the deadline ended yesterday afternoon.

66-year-old Vaithilingam was escorted to the chair by Chief Minister V Narayanasamy, his ministerial colleagues, DMK legislator R Siva and opposition AIADMK legislature wing leader A Anbalagan.

All eight legislators of the opposition AINRC, including former Chief Minister N    Rangasamy, were conspicuous by their absence throughout the day's sitting of the House today.

After assuming office Vaithilingam announced that Pro Tem Speaker Sivakolundhu was elected unanimously as Deputy Speaker as his was the only nomination filed for the post.

64-year-old Sivakolundhu was conducted to the seat by the Chief Minister, his cabinet colleagues and the AIADMK Legislature wing leader.

The Chief Minister, ministers and all legislators, including first timers of both ruling and opposition blocks, complimented the new incumbents on assuming the posts.

First time legislator and Parliamentary Secretary to the CM A John Kumar sprang a surprise by singing a few lines of a Tamil movie song to point out that 'man becomes a God and his philanthropy would also elevate the man to greater heights.'

Another first timer V Vijayaveny (Congress) said she had become legislator from Nettapakkam reserved segment largely due to support and encouragement of the new Speaker.

Replying to the felicitations Vaithilingam said he would adopt a balanced approach for overall development of the Union Territory by measuring upto expectations of all members.

He said Puducherry now had a dynamic Lt Governor Kiran Bedi and it would be very easy for the UT to march ahead with her cooperation.

Vaithilingam also said training for first time members would help to know of the niceties of the job of legislator.

Earlier, the new Deputy Speaker also acknowledged the felicitations of the members.

After replying to the members' felicitations Vaithilingam adjourned the House sine die.

Source: http://newstodaynet.com/nation/former-cm-vaithilingam-unanimously-elected-speaker

Kabali audio launched: Rajini fans in celebration mode

Chennai: Though it was announced that the audio of Kabali would be out on 12 June, the makers chose to advance the same by a day. On Saturday, the first copy of the audio track was released at a private function in a theatre complex in Chennai.

Soundarya Rajinikanth, producer Kalaipuli S.Thanu, director Pa Ranjith, and music director Santhosh Narayanan and the film's unit were present at the function. 

'Rajinikanth (sir) is holidaying in the US and he won't be present in the country around the time of the launch. Hence, the makers decided to have a soft launch instead,' a source from the film's unit had said earlier.

The audio was released little later online for the public. 

Kabali stars Rajinikanth as an ageining international don. Also in the cast are Radhika Apte, Kalaiarasan, Winston Chao, Dinesh, Dhansikaa and Ritwika. The film is produced by Kalaipuli S Thanu. 

No sooner the audio was launched, fans went into celebration mode and posters and banners were out at several places across Tamilnadu hailing the actor and the music composer.

On Friday, a 30-second audio clip from the movie was leaked in the social media. The clip had a compilation of a few dialogues of Rajinikanth from the film

Santhosh Narayanan tweeted, 'Entire albums of the biggest artists have leaked before.It won't change the love we have for our favourites.#keepcalmandlovekabali :)'

Here is a quick review of the Kabali audio:

1) Ulagam Oruvanukka (Ananthu, Santhosh and Gana Bala) A woinderful harmony. The trio of Ananthu, Santhosh and Gana Bala rocks. Their voices blend in style. The Kabali swag and the rap verses by Roshan Jamrock elevates the song. A brisk one in typical Santosh Narayanan style.

2) Veera Thurandhara (Gana Bala, Lawrence and Pradeep Kumar) Distinctly different from regular Gana Bala songs. He adds more emotion to the lyrics rendering it in Western style. Good use of guitar and percussion instruments, the song is more peppy. The rap interlude is catchy. Back up vocals by Lawrence and Pradeep Kumar are good. 

3) Maya Nadhi (Ananthu, Pradeep Kumar & Swetha Mohan) Santosh Narayanan and his romance for guitar is well known. In Maya Nadhi, he brings a wonderful blend between guitar and strings to make it a lively number. Santosh's sweet rendition and Swetha Mohan's good support are the highligts. An unusual tune that keeps gaining strength with new sounds.

4) Vaanam Paarthen (Pradeep Kumar) A soft and a sombre number, it is a nice wedding between guitar and flute. A melodious chorus and Pradeep's soft rendition go hand-in-hand. Santosh Narayanan strikes it rich.

5) Neruppu Da (Arunraja Kamaraj) The best for the last. A super effort by Santosh Narayanan. A scorching theme song with the catchy vocals of Arunraja Kamaraj that completely rocks. Jhanu Chantar’s electric guitar and Tapass Naresh’s drums are mesmerising. A number that will be cherished and celebarted by Rajinikanth fans. And it couse comes with powerful dialogues by the actor himself in the interlude.

Source: http://newstodaynet.com/content/kabali-audio-launched-rajini-fans-celebration-mode

TN wins national awards in power sector

Chennai: Thanks to the efforts of the government led by Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa to boost power generation by adopting innovative methods and by following best practices, Tamilnadu has won two national awards in the sector.

At a recent function in New Delhi, organised by the Union government's New and Renewable Energy Ministry, the State won 'National Excellence Awards 2016 for Roof Top Solar Power Projects in the General Category States Award' and 'National Excellence Awards 2016 for Roof Top Solar Power Projects in the DISCOM - Own Installation Category'.

Today, Electricity and Prohibition Minister P Thangamani called on Jayalalithaa at the Secretariat here, showed the awards to her and sought her wishes.

Tamilnadu Generation and Distribution Company (TANGEDCO) Chairman and Managing Director M Saikumar and Tamilnadu Energy Development Agency Chairman and Managing Director Mangat Ram Sharma were present.

Tamilnadu has not only transformed itself from a power deficit to surplus position but also emerged as the State with largest energy surplus of 11,649 million units in 2016-17 in the country.

As against the State’s estimated energy requirement of 1,03,808 million units for the year 2016-17, the availability is 1,15,455 MU and hence the surplus will be 11,649 MU, according to the annual Load Generation Balance Report for 2016-17 published by the Central Electricity Authority (CEA) which estimates the anticipated power requirements and availability in the different States and also the demand and supply at peak load levels.

Also, power plants in Tamilnadu have been allowed to find customers outside the State, as the State has become power surplus.

Source: http://newstodaynet.com/tamil-nadu/tn-wins-national-awards-power-sector

Schaer goal seals Switzerland win at Euro 2016

Lens: Fabien Schaer's powerful header gave Switzerland a narrow 1-0 win over 10-man Albania on the second day of the European Championship finals on Saturday.

The Group A match, in the spotlight with brothers Granit and Taulant Xhaka playing for opposing sides, was decided by the sending off of Albania captain Lorik Cana.

The Albanian underdogs were continually scrambling to get back into the game while Switzerland, who now lead the group with France, never took firm control.

After just five minutes, Hoffenheim centre back Schaer rose above the Albanian defence to head in from a corner by Xherdan Shaqiri.

The 1.86 metre (6ft 2in) defender makes a habit of scoring for the national side, with five goals in 19 appearances now. He was also a rock in defence and was booked in the 12th minute for chopping down Emir Lenjani.

Albania had their chances. Taulant Xhaka, the elder of the Kosovo-origin brothers, was put clear in the 26th minute but shot well over the top.

Referee Carlos Velasco Carballo had a busy time dishing out six yellow cards and a red. He showed a first yellow card to Cana in the 13th minute for sliding in on Haris Seferovic.

Former Marseille player Cana was again in trouble in the 36th minute. Chasing Seferovic, Cana fell and headed the ball away on the edge of the penalty area and when it bounced flicked it away with his hands.

His protests had no effect. Carballo produced a second yellow and a red. Albania had several desperate moments, Ergys Kace nearly ripped the shorts off Valon Behrami and then tripped him. That meant another yellow.

Switzerland, who next play Romania on Wednesday, also had their chances but desperate defence and poor finishing meant there were no more goals.

Seferovic was put clear through but his shot went off keeper Berisha. The Swiss player kicked post in frustration and anger that summed up the match.

Source:http://newstodaynet.com/sports/schaer-goal-seals-switzerland-win-euro-2016

I had to go for a six, says Rahul after dream ODI debut

Harare: Lokesh Rahul, who became the first Indian to score a hundred on ODI debut, said he had made up his mind to hit a six to reach the three-figure mark in the first match against Zimbabwe here today.

"I wasn't thinking much, there was just one way to get to a century. I wanted to hold my shape and just hit it," said Rahul when asked about his mindset with the team needing two runs for victory and he being six runs short for a century.

His unbeaten helped India hammer the hosts by nine wickets in the first ODI of the three-match series.

Rahul said he enjoyed the challenge of batting on a difficult wicket.    

"It was a tough wicket so I could not be complacent. I wanted to play out the new ball, and then take it from there. I am really satisfied with the way I carried on and stayed not out in the end. Hope to do the same in the coming games," he added.

India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni said the bowlers set up the comprehensive win by dismissing Zimbabwe for 168.     

"It was a very good performance. The wicket was not easy to bat on. It was tough to rotate the strike," said Dhoni.

On the bowling performance, he said: "I felt the fast bowlers did well, and were backed by the spinners even though there wasn't much help for them.

"A win first up is important in a three-game series. The batsmen did a very good job, but the bowlers laid the ground work," said the skipper.

Zimbabwe captain Graeme Cremer expected a better show from his team.

"We didn't get enough runs. Maybe if we would have got to 220, it could have been a different story. We lost a couple of wickets to good balls, but few of the guys didn't kick on after getting 20s and 30s," said Cremer.

He praised the Indian batsmen for their application on a tricky surface.

"Indian batsmen showed how easy batting can get once you get in. Our seamers bowled well, but it just didn't go our way. We know we're much better than that, and we can hopefully win the next game to make the third ODI a final," he said.

Source: http://newstodaynet.com/sports/i-had-go-six-says-rahul-after-dream-odi-debut

What is Pure Science?

What is Pure Science? 

Pure Science is a science that derives theories and predictions. Pure Science can also known as natural Science, basic science or fundamental science. Pure sciences deals with the study of natural phenomena through observation, experimentation and use of scientific methods. 

Pure science is often conducted in a laboratory.The main objective of pure science is to increase information of a particular field of study and develop scientific theories. 

Physics, Chemistry, biology and Mathematics etc are some of the major streams pursued in Pure Sciences. Pure sciences is one of the most interesting and research oriented fields. 

It plays a crucial role in innovation, new discoveries and inventions. Pure science creates and establishes information to understand nature. 

It describes the most basic objects, forces, relations between them and laws governing them, such that all other phenomena may be in principle derived from them following the logic of scientific reductionism Studying pure sciences requires curiosity in the different phenomena that occur in nature, creating theories and hypotheses about them, and finally testing and validating them through experimentation and logic. 

Different science subjects address different aspects of natural phenomena.For example Physics deals with the study of properties of matter and its constituents in the universe, as they relate to motions, force and energy. Chemistry concerns itself with the reactions of the constituents of matter to create new forms of matter. 

And Biology is the study of life forms including their structure, function, growth, evolution, distribution, and classification.

Eligibilty Criteria: 

• Basic eligibility criteria for pursuing Pure Science education is to complete a 10+2 education with subjects like Physics, Chemistry, Maths or Biology 

• Candidate should have completed 3 years graduation can pursue the post graduation course 

• For Ph.d: Student should have completed post graduation with the minimum marks in the related field 

Scope and Career Prospects for Pure Science: 

Pure science is promising as we need it in our day to day life. There is a lot of scope in the field of science. 

Student can opt any subject in science such as Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics etc. 

Pure science, be it natural, physical or mathematical, is the backbone for research and development. 

There has been a wide opportunities offered in education and career. 

Excellent undergraduate and integrated (undergraduate + masters) courses in various streams of science are offered by very prestigious and established educational institutions in India, such as IITs, NITs, BITS, IISc, IISERs, to name a few. 

Graduates in pure science have multiple options.Some of them are as follows: 

• After the completion of the course one can go for higher studies 

• Since pure Science is gaining popularity educational institutions are offering placements in their institutions/universities 

• If you have inclination for research you can pursue research in the related field. 
• There is huge demand for pure science students in the west in the research arena 

• Pure Science opens up plenty of opportunities in the fields of state and central research organisation. 

• They can also work for public sector undertaking, which has huge demand in the recent years 

• One can also join public and private sectors 

College offer Pure Science Course in India: 

• Indian Institute of Technology Madras 
• St. Stephen's College, Delhi 
• St. Xavier's College, Mumbai 
• Loyola College, Chennai 
• St. Xavier's College, Kolkata 
• Presidency College, Kolkata 

College offer Pure Science Course in Abroad: 

• Lawrence Technological University 
• Maryville University 
• University of the West of Scotland 
• Plymouth University 
• Johnson & Wales University - Providence 
• University of Toledo 
• Bond University 
• University of Akron 
• Fontbonne University 
• University of Colorado Boulder 
• Saint Peter's University 
• Abilene Christian University

Read more at: http://www.careerindia.com/courses/unique-courses/what-is-pure-science-015444.html

Dhanush's 'Thodari' Trailer: Yet Another Winner From Prabhu Solomon?

Dhanush's Thodari trailer is here. Directed by Prabhu Solomon of Mynaa and Kumki fame, it looks like the movie is a mystery-thriller with high-octane action sequences. 

The 2 minute 27 second trailer offers enough footage of the film, making the plot of Thodari, pretty much apparent.
Going by the trailer, it looks like the movie is about a train that gets hijacked by a group of terrorists. 

Since the entire movie might unfold in a running train, expect the film to house some awe-inspiring stunt sequences. 

You always expect lots of greenery and scenic beauty in a Prabhu film and Thodari might not be any different. Vetrivel Mahendran's cinematography is something to watch out for, when the movie releases.

Also, it looks like the film will be high on comedy as a couple of noteworthy comedians in Thambi Ramaiah and Karunakaran are seen in the neatly cut trailer. 

Overall, Thodari might have something for everyone, a success formula, Prabhu Solomon has been using for quite some time now.

Read more at: http://www.filmibeat.com/tamil/news/2016/dhanush-s-thodari-trailer-yet-another-winner-from-prabhu-solomon-229023.html

MS Dhoni set to reach another ODI milestone in Zimbabwe

Harare, June 8: India's One Day International (ODI) captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni is set to reach another milestone in his glittering limited overs career. 

Ind-Zim tour schedule and squad

Dhoni, who will lead a young side in 3 ODIs and 3 Twenty20 Internationals (T20I) against Zimbabwe starting on Saturday (June 11) in Harare, is set to join the 9,000-run club in the 50-over internationals format.

The 34-year-old wicketkeeper-batsman starts the series needing 82 more runs for the landmark. So far, he has accumulated 8,918 runs in 275 ODIs. 

Since making his debut against Bangladesh in December 2004, Dhoni has emerged as one of the best limited overs players in the world. Dhoni is the only captain in history to have won all the 3 global trophies. He first led India to 2007 World T20 triumph and in 2011 hit the most famous six in World Cup history to seal the trophy. 

In 2013, he took India to Champions Trophy glory. When Dhoni gets to the 9,000-run mark in ODIs, which is likely to happen during the Zimbabwe tour, he will become only the 5th Indian in the elite club. Batting legend Sachin Tendulkar heads the list with 18,426 runs in 463 ODIs. He is also the overall leader in the world. 

Sourav Ganguly, Rahul Dravid and Mohammad Azharuddin are the other three. Dhoni and his team-mates left for Harare today (June 8). At the pre-departure press conference in Mumbai yesterday, he said, "I think it will be a very different experience (for me), the reason being you keep playing with almost the same group of players, so you know the roles and responsibility. 

There will be quite a few players in this bilateral series whom I will be playing with for the first time."
Indians who have scored 9,000 plus runs in ODIs 

1. Sachin Tendulkar - 18,426 runs (463 matches) 

2. Sourav Ganguly - 11,363 (311) 

3. Rahul Dravid - 10,889 (344) 

4. Mohammad Azharuddin - 9,378 (334)

Read more at: http://www.oneindia.com/sports/cricket/india-captain-ms-dhoni-set-for-another-odi-milestone-zimbabwe-2121667.html

Meet Solarin, World's costliest smartphone priced at Rs 9 Lakh

Bringing speculations to an end, Israeli start-up Sirin Labs has officially unveiled its high-end $14,000 (over Rs 9 lakh) Android smartphone that promises chip-to-chip 256-bit encryption similar to what the military uses to protect communications. Dubbed as the 'Rolls Royce of smartphones', the device called Solarin is activated via a physical security switch on the back and was launched on Tuesday at an event in London, venturebeat.com reported. 

Solarin packs in Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 processor, promises "far superior" Wi-Fi connectivity, has a 23.8MP rear camera and a 5.5 inch IPS LED 2K resolution screen. For the Solarin promises "the most advanced privacy technology, currently unavailable outside the agency world", Sirin Labs has joined hands with communication security firm KoolSpan. According to Sirin Labs, it wanted to "create the most advanced mobile device that combined the highest privacy settings, operated faster than any other phone, built with the best materials from around the world." "Cyberattacks are endemic across the globe. This trend is on the increase. 

Solarin is pioneering new, uncompromising privacy measures to provide customers with greater confidence and the reassurance necessary to handle business-critical information," Tal Cohen, CEO and cofounder of Sirin Labs, was quoted as saying. "Every single design decision and material choice was based on performance and functionality," added Fredrik Öijer, vice president (products) at Sirin Labs. The device for the rich and famous is available at Sirin Labs' first retail store in Mayfair (34 Bruton Place), London from June 1 and at Harrods, Knightsbridge from June 30. The luxury smartphone is not a new phenomenon. In 2006, Nokia launched a $310,000 "Signature Cobra" device in 2006 and the $5,000 "Constellation" smartphone in 2011. In 2012, Nokia dropped luxury-phone brand maker Vertu. After leaving Nokia, Vertu brought its first Android device "Vertu Ti" to market. According to media reports, the smartphone was priced at a whopping Rs 6,49,990 in India. It has dual-core 1.7GHz processor along with 1GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage. According to Vertu, its smartphones have 184 individual parts. The body is made by Grade 5 titanium, and has a set of Bang and Olufsen stereo speakers. The sapphire crystal renders the screen virtually scratch-proof and it is tested to be four times stronger than other smartphones in terms of impact resistance, it had claimed. Vertu was later acquired from Swedish private equity group EQT by a consortium of Chinese investors. 

Source: http://chennaionline.com/article/meet-solarin-worlds-costliest-smartphone-priced-rs-9-lakh

Dell launches world's first 17-inch, 2-in-1 laptop

US-based computer technology company Dell has unveiled a new Inspiron laptop series, including Inspiron 17 7000 2-in-1 -- the world's first 17-inch 2-in-1 laptop -- at the "Computex 2016" trade show here.

The 2016 Inspiron 2-in-1 lineup includes premium 7000 series, a mainstream 5000 series and an entry-level 3000 series. These new devices are available with processor options and configurable features.

"With our new Inspiron 2-in-1 lineup, customers can work where they need to and play when they want to. Whatever you can create or imagine, you can achieve it with the 2-in-1 laptop best suited to your needs," Ray Wah, Vice President, Dell Consumer Product Marketing, said in a statement.

The Inspiron 13, 15 and 17-inch 7000 2-in-1 devices offer aluminium design fast 6th Gen Intel Core processor options, four modes in versatile 360 degree hinges. 

The series has wide-viewing angle screen with Full-HD resolution, backlit keyboard and infrared camera that works with Windows Hello.

The Inspiron 7000 2-in-1s have optional USB Type C adapter which has ports for HDMI and VGA displays, ethernet connection and a USB 3.0 port to support external hard drives, printers and scanners. 

Inspiron 13, 15 and 17 7000 2-in-1s will be available from June 2 on Dell.com in the US and China starting at $749.

Inspiron 11 5000 2-in-1s feature the latest processors from Intel, a vibrant HD resolution display, USB 3.0 port and Micro SD media card reader. Inspiron 13 and 15 3000 2-in-1s will be available on Dell.com in the US and China starting at $529 beginning June 2.

Inspiron 3000 2-in-1s laptops have wide-angle Full HD resolution display, an infrared camera that works with Windows Hello facial recognition and backlit keyboard. The series will be available on Dell.com in the US and China starting at $249 from June 2.

Source: http://chennaionline.com/article/dell-launches-worlds-first-17-inch-2-1-laptop-0

LG G5 modular smartphone with two rear cameras launched in India

LG Electronics India Ltd on Wednesday launched its flagship modular G5 smartphone featuring a "slide-out" battery and dual rear cameras -- the only flagship device to feature dual primary cameras which work independently.

The primary camera is a 16MP one while there is a second 8MP camera for wide-angle shots. LG has tuned its software for both the rear cameras to work independently.

For selfie-lovers, it houses a 8MP front camera.

 The Rs.52,990 device is accompanied with "LG Friends", a collection of devices like LG CAM Plus, LG 360 CAM and LG 360 VR.

LG G5 sports a 5.3-inch Quad HD display (2560 x 1440 pixels) featuring always-on display technology that allows users to check time, date continuously even when G5 is in sleep mode.

It is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 processor coupled with 4GB of RAM and 32GB of in-built storage that can be expanded by up to 2TB via microSD card.

LG G5 runs Android 6.0 Marshmallow operating system, and is powered by a 2800mAh removable battery and weighs 159 grams.

For connectivity, the device offers LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and NFC.

Launched first in the Mobile World Congress in Spain earlier this year, LG G5 is also the first flagship device from the Korean firm to feature a metal unibody design.

Source: http://chennaionline.com/article/lg-g5-modular-smartphone-two-rear-cameras-launched-india

Grand Event for Rajinikanth's 'Kabali' audio launch: Exciting plans and more

The much awaited audio launch of superstar Rajinikanth-starrer Tamil gangster drama "Kabali" will reportedly take place here on June 11, a source said.

"June 11 has been locked as the date for the audio launch. By then, Rajinikanth sir should be back from his holiday in the US. The makers had earlier planned on June 9 but postponed it by two days to have it on a weekend," a source from the film's unit told IANS.

The grand event will take place at YMCA grounds in the city.

Directed by Pa. Ranjith, the film will narrate the journey of a gangster.

In the film, Rajinikanth will be seen as 32-year old and 60-year old sporting two different avatars.

Also starring Radhika Apte, Dinesh, Dhansikaa, Kishore, Kalaiarasan and Taiwanese actor Winston Chao, the film is slated for theatrical release on July 1.

Produced by Kalaipuli S Thanu, the film has music by Santosh Narayanan.

Source: http://chennaionline.com/article/grand-event-rajinikanths-kabali-audio-launch-exciting-plans-and-more

Vijay Sethupathi's 'Dharmadurai' teaser released

Vijay Sethupathi is in cloud nine after giving continious hits like 'Sethupathi' 'Kadhalum Kadandhu Pogum'. Now he is ready to bang the screen with one more creative script 'Dharmadurai'.

Yesterday 'Dharmadurai' team has released the movie teaser and it is getting good response from movie critics. National award winner Seenu Ramasamy joined with Vijay sethupathi third time for this big movie after National award winning 'Thenmerku Paruvakatru' and the yet to be released 'Idam Porul Yaeval'.

The film stars Vijay Sethupathi, Tamannah, Aishwarya Rajesh and Srushti Dange. Musical score has been rendered by Yuvan Shankar Raja with lyrics by Vairamuthu.

Source: http://chennaionline.com/article/vijay-sethupathis-dharmadurai-teaser-released

Acham enbathu madamaiyada Trailer Released

The trailer for Gautham Menon’s much awaited Achcham Enbathu Madamaiyada hit YouTube on Yesterday. Simbu feels like Heartening after a long time who gives blockbuster hit 'Ithu Namma Allu'. 

Achcham Enbadhu Madamaiyada’s filming was completed in March this year. The film is produced by Photon Kathas, Menon’s production house and Ondraga Entertainment, the film stars Silambarasan, Manjima Mohan, Baba Sehgal, Daniel Balaji and Rana Daggubati in a cameo.

Source: http://chennaionline.com/article/acham-enbathu-madamaiyada-trailer-released

Anirudh to romance Amy Jackson in Los Angeles

Southern composer Anirudh Ravichander of "Why this kolaveri di" fame and actress Amy Jackson will soon head to the US to shoot a music video for the single "Enakenna Yaarum Illaye" from upcoming Tamil film "Aakko". "While the single was released earlier this year, the makers are now planning to shoot a music video featuring Anirudh and Amy Jackson. The video will be shot in the US most likely in August," a source from the film's unit told IANS. 

The song, which was penned by director Vignesh Shivan, was composed and crooned by Anirudh himself. 

Directed by M. Shyam Kumar, the film features Geethan Britto, Tulika Gupta and Arjunan in important roles. 

Initially, Anirudh was offered the lead role in the film, but he passed it and agreed to compose the film's music.

Source: http://chennaionline.com/movies/cine-buzz/20154909124930/Anirudh-Amy-Jackson-team-up-for-music-video.col

Star-studded films give you visibility: Angana Roy

Actress Angana Roy, who has been a part of recent star-studded films like Mahesh Babu-starrer "Srimanthudu" and Udhayanidhi Stalin's "Manithan", feels such films serve as a great platform to garner visibility for other actors in the project. "When you work with a superstar like Mahesh Babu, you're bound to get noticed by a large section of the audience. Even though my portion in the film was limited, I got lot of visibility via the role. 

Big films give you that kind of visibility," Angana told IANS. In "Manithan", she played Hansika Motwani's sister. "You can look at it in two ways. If you want to reach out to the masses, working in a star-studded films really helps. I think the star power in any project gives one the visibility that other projects don't offer," she said. Angana's latest Telugu release is "Sri Sri", which released in cinemas today.

"It's not easy to bag a good role in a male-dominated industry. In 'Sri Sri', where I play a full-fledged role, I consider myself the hero of the film. The story revolves around me and it's in a film like this I get to prove my capability," she said. The film, according to Angana, is a revenge drama based on a Marathi film. "It was an honour to work with veteran actor Krishna, who was Telugu cinema's first superstar. 

I play his daughter and the film also features his wife Vijaya Nirmala. They treated me like their own daughter and even invited me home," she said. "Sri Sri" features Mahesh Babu's voice-over. He was also supposed to play a cameo. "He got stuck with the shoot and release of 'Brahmotsavam', and hence, he couldn't be part of the project. Instead, the makers roped in his brother-in-law Sudheer Baby has played his part," she said. Angana has a project each in Tamil and Telugu in her kitty.

Source: http://chennaionline.com/article/star-studded-films-give-you-visibility-angana-roy-image

Amala paul's 'Amma kanakku' release on June 17

Dhanush's Wunderbar Films' Amma kanakku' is releasing worldwide on 17 th June.

Amma Kanakku is an upcoming Indian Tamil drama film written and directed by Ashwini Iyer Tiwari. A remake of the 2016 Hindi film Nil Battey Sannata, the film stars Amala Paul, Revathi and Samuthirakani in the lead roles.

Source: http://chennaionline.com/article/amala-pauls-amma-kanakku-release-june-17

Cabinet approves Chennai Metro Rail Project from Washermanpet to Wimconagar

The union cabinet under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday gave its ex post facto approval to the proposal for phase 1 of Chennai Metro Rail project.

The 9-km Metro line will run from Wahsermen to Wimconagar and cost Rs.3,770 crore.

It will carry an estimated 1.6 lakh passengers per day in the first year of operation after completion by March 2018.

The project will be jointly executed by the central and state governments, with the Centre's share of Rs 713 crore and Tamil Nadu government's Rs 916 crore. The balance of Rs 2,141 crore will be met by loans.

The share of the state government also includes cost of land and rehabilitation and resettlement of affected people, costing Rs 203 crore.

Source: http://chennaionline.com/article/cabinet-approves-chennai-metro-rail-project-washermanpet-wimconagar

Anderson can surpass my wickets tally in Tests: McGrath

MELBOURNE

Melbourne, June 4 (IANS) Legendary Australian pacer Glenn McGrath said on Saturday that England quick James Anderson can go on to surpass his tally of 563 Test wickets, provided the latter stays fit.

Anderson breezed past the 450 milestone in England's most recent Test against Sri Lanka this week. He now has 451 scalps to his credit, 112 less than that of McGrath.

The Australian is fourth on the list with the likes of legendary Sri Lankan off-spinner Muthiah Muralitharan (800), leg-spin great Shane Warne (708) and former India captain Anil Kumble (619) preceding him.

"That's entirely up to him; if he stays on the park, then he can do that quite easily - and knock me off. And good luck to him," McGrath was quoted as saying by cricket.com.au.

"He's a quality bowler, there's no doubt about that. When he's firing and the ball's swinging, he's as tough (to face) as any bowler going around," McGrath said.

"He's played 115 Tests now, which for a fast bowler to play over 100 is exceptional. He's still bowling well, and he's still taking wickets."

Source: http://chennaionline.com/article/anderson-can-surpass-my-wickets-tally-tests-mcgrath

Accident compensation cannot be taxed: Madras HC

Accident compensation sum and the interest awarded to a victim cannot be treated as income as defined under the Income Tax Act, Madras high court has said, adding, "social welfare legislation should prevail over taxation legislation."

Justice M V Muralidaran, passing orders on a petition filed by Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation (Salem), said: 

"The question is whether the provisions of Income Tax Act, 1961, and more specifically, whether the compensation awarded by Motor Accident Claims Tribunal (MACT) to the victim can be classified as a taxable income under the income tax law?
The answer to this question in the opinion of this court is in the negative."

Source: Times of India

Jaya to visit Delhi amid NDA tie-up talk

Tamil Nadu chief minister J Jayalalithaa is expected to visit New Delhi in the third week of this month to seek central assistance for bailing the state out of a financial mess.

She is also expected to seek support for a host of programmes and promises made in her poll manifesto.

Various departments are working on a memorandum to be submitted to PM Narendra Modi. The visit gains political significance as it comes in the wake of reports that AIADMK may join the NDA and extend outside support. She had presented a memorandum to Modi during his visit to her residence in August last.

Formation of the Cauvery Management Board and Cauvery Water Regulation Committee would be top priority during this visit as well, sources said.

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