Palode Ravi resigned from his post on Saturday following “embarrassment caused to the party after he predicted a poor performance” for the Congress in the upcoming local body and Assembly elections.

Over 9.84 crore hospital admissions have been approved under the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY), with payments exceeding Rs 1.40 lakh crore, the government informed parliament on Friday.

Prime Minister Modi highlighted the role of indigenous weapons in Operation Sindoor, emphasizing their impact on terrorism. He launched development projects in Tamil Nadu, including a new terminal at Thoothukudi Airport and road projects, aiming to boost infrastructure and economic growth. The India-UK Free Trade Agreement is expected to significantly benefit Tamil Nadu’s economy, particularly for youth and small businesses.