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Tamil Nadu Bypolls: CM Vijay to campaign in AIADMK bastion of western TN

TVK founder and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay is set to campaign in Dharapuram on Wednesday ahead of the October 6 bypoll, with the western Tamil Nadu seat drawing attention due to its traditional AIADMK support base. Around 3,000 police personnel have been deployed, while entry to the…

The Economic Times · 6h ago

From granite pioneer to POCSO accused: The unravelling of mining baron R Veeramani

“R Veeramani is senior-most exporter of granite in India, he is having offices in 86 countries… he’s a top-most businessman… one of the finest gentlemen supporting this movement (sic).”

Newslaundry · Sep 26

'DMK, AIADMK will lose their deposits in this by-election': Congress MP MK Vishnu Prasad on Tamil Nadu By-Election

Congress MP MK Vishnu Prasad on Saturday predicted that the DMK and AIADMK would lose their deposits in the upcoming Tamil Nadu by-elections, while backing Chief Minister Vijay and Rahul Gandhi. The Madurantakam and Dharapuram constituencies will vote on October 6, with counting scheduled for October 9, amid political defections.

The Economic Times · Sep 26

DMK leaders A Raja, Sekar Babu booked for defamatory remarks against TN CM Vijay

Cases have been filed against senior DMK leaders A Raja and P K Sekar Babu. These leaders allegedly made defamatory remarks against the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister. The protests were organised following the Chief Minister's comments on M K Stalin's detention. Raja and Babu are accused of making derogatory statements…

The Economic Times · Sep 15

3 years on, INDIA allies navigate differences without coordination panel

The INDIA bloc's coordination committee has vanished, impacting its electoral strategy. Recent efforts to revive national-level meetings have faced delays and cancellations. Party relationships have fractured, creating difficulties for upcoming state elections. While some state alliances succeeded, others have shown significant strains and breakdowns.

The Economic Times · Sep 14

TVK’s Rs 79,219 crore spending push raises fresh concerns over Tamil Nadu finances

The Tamil Nadu government announced a massive Rs 79,219 crore budget for development projects. This spending faces criticism amid concerns about the state's growing debt burden. A panel will seek additional funds to manage fiscal pressures and debt. The budget includes significant infrastructure and welfare initiatives for the state. The…

The Economic Times · Sep 13

'You are right, my jawbone did break': M K Stalin tells Vijay on MISA; TVK demands detention proof

MK Stalin detailed his MISA-era prison abuse after a chief minister's gesture. The ruling TVK party demanded proof of his alleged detention. Stalin recounted harsh prison conditions and colleague's death. He stated his broken jaw was a brave scar from beatings. TVK criticised the video as an engineered attempt to…

The Economic Times · Sep 10

TN bypolls: TVK names candidates, sets up electoral clash with DMK in first battle post April elections

The ruling TVK party has announced its candidates for upcoming by-elections. These contests will feature direct electoral battles against the DMK party. The AIADMK party is also expected to participate in the upcoming by-elections. TVK aims to leverage local support bases for its nominated candidates. Polling is scheduled for October…

The Economic Times · Sep 10

M K Stalin responds to CM Vijay's jaw gesture, recalls MISA agony

M.K. Stalin addressed the controversy surrounding Chief Minister Vijay's jaw gesture in the Assembly. He detailed his severe physical abuse and imprisonment during the Emergency period. Stalin confirmed the truth of his MISA detention and the harsh prison conditions he endured. He dismissed corruption allegations as politically motivated lies spread…

The Economic Times · Sep 10

Too early to say whether Rahul Gandhi will be projected as 2029 PM face: Congress leader Prithviraj Chavan; harps on Opposition unity

Prithviraj Chavan underscored that naming Rahul Gandhi as the opposition's prime ministerial candidate is premature. He highlighted the necessity of unifying regional parties to prevent vote fragmentation. Chavan is optimistic about the DMK rejoining the INDIA bloc and stressed the importance of bolstering the organizational strength of Congress while engaging…

The Economic Times · Sep 9