tamil nadu politics

Chennai, March 17 TVK chief Vijay has appealed to the CBI to conduct its future investigation into the Karur stampede case in Chennai or elsewhere in Tamil Nadu, citing his engagements related to the upcoming Assembly elections.Prior to appearing for the CBI's questioning on March 15, the...

Chennai, March 16 The TVK on Monday dismissed claims of talks with the AIADMK-BJP to form an alliance for the Assembly polls as "false" and alleged that the ruling DMK was behind the rumors to create confusion.CTR Nirmal Kumar, the party's deputy general secretary, said that false news was...

Chennai, March 16 – Actor-turned-politician Vijay entered public life with the clear objective of becoming the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu and serving the people. Therefore, there is no question of him accepting the post of Deputy Chief Minister, said TVK leader and former state minister K.A...

Chennai, March 16 As the countdown to the 2026 Assembly elections begins, the focus within TVK has shifted to polling booths.While TVK chief Vijay keeps his strategy close to his chest, his supporters are already working to secure potential strongholds. The ground-level workers are vocal about...

Chennai, March 16. Negotiations on seat-sharing within the DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance (SPA) have entered a difficult phase, with several long-time allies pressing for a greater share of constituencies ahead of the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections.Leaders of the Left parties and...

New Delhi, March 15 The stakes are high for the BJP in the upcoming elections to five state assemblies, with West Bengal being the major test case for the saffron party.In the 2021 West Bengal assembly elections, the BJP emerged as the main opposition, winning 77 seats in the 294-member...

Chennai, March 15 Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin on Sunday claimed that even Christians were unable to celebrate Christmas peacefully in BJP-ruled states.Referring to a recent comment made by the Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Muslims, Stalin said he did not want to demean...

Chennai, March 15 Tamil Nadu is preparing for a major electoral exercise with a diverse voter base that includes 12.51 lakh first-time voters, a significant elderly population, and a large number of young voters.According to data released by the Election Commission of India (ECI), the...

Chennai, March 15 The ruling DMK of Tamil Nadu, the main opposition AIADMK, and other political parties welcomed the announcement of the election schedule by the Election Commission on Sunday and expressed confidence in winning the April 23 polls.Since DMK president M.K. Stalin assumed office...

Chennai, March 15 – After weeks of speculation and political suspense, the Election Commission of India (ECI) officially announced the schedule for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections on Sunday.According to the poll panel, voting across the state will take place on April 23, while the...

Chennai, March 15 With the Election Commission announcing a single-phase election to 234 Assembly constituencies in Tamil Nadu on April 23, here is a look at the key constituencies and candidates.The Kolathur constituency in Chennai is undoubtedly the most popular segment in the entire state...

Chennai, March 15 The April 23 Assembly election is crucial for the AIADMK, which is determined to re-establish its rule in Tamil Nadu after being in the opposition for five years.In a charged political atmosphere, especially with the sudden entry of actor Vijay in the electoral fray and the...

Chennai, March 15 Actor Vijay's entry into politics, marked by his appearances in films, was met with great anticipation and excitement by his numerous followers. However, the tragic stampede in Karur on September 27, 2025, which claimed the lives of 41 people, brought to the forefront several...

Chennai, March 15 He is more aggressive in taking on the DMK and the ideals of rationalist leader 'Periyar' E V Ramasamy than even the BJP. And over the years, NTK chief coordinator Seeman has been a lone ranger in taking on the Dravidian majors in the electoral fray.This time around, late...

Ranchi, March 15 CPI national general secretary D Raja on Sunday asserted that the Left is confident of a resurgence in West Bengal in the upcoming assembly elections and that it would emerge as a significant force that would shape the state's political landscape.Raja's statement came hours...

Chennai, March 15 AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami has ruled out an alliance with actor-politician Vijay-led fledgling TVK for the upcoming Assembly polls and dismissed the scope for an alliance as mere media speculation.Palaniswami ruled out any rift with BJP leader K Annamalai...

Chennai, March 15 – While the world outside is constantly discussing potential alliances, a quiet hope permeates the air at the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) headquarters in Panaiyur, Chennai.Inside the newly built office, with its imposing white walls, the transition from being a fan to...

Chennai, March 14 – As the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections approach, political activity in the state has intensified as parties within major alliances begin negotiations over seat-sharing arrangements.In this context, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) president M.K...

Chennai, March 14 While TVK senior leader C T R Nirmal Kumar on Saturday denied any scope for an alliance with the NDA, multiple party sources said that internal discussions, led by party General Secretary N Anand, were ongoing to explore bringing together "Vijay's charisma and the strength of...

Chennai, March 14 TVK leader Aadhav Arjuna has stirred controversy by claiming that the DMK "threatened" Tamil film superstar Rajinikanth when he tried to enter politics, and his remarks led to a strong backlash from the actor's fans and former advisor.Rajinikanth's former advisor, Ra...