Tamil Nadu leading the country on multiple fronts, says DMK, citing Union govt. report Tamil Nadu leads India in trade, healthcare, and economic development, surpassing other states in various indices. The Hindu · Apr 11, 2024
Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today Welcome to the Tamil Nadu Today newsletter, your guide from The Hindu on the major news stories to follow today. Curated and written by Lalitha Ranjani The Hindu · Apr 11, 2024
‘Don’t touch my constitution!’ Togolese resist reforms ahead of election Opposition figures accuse President Faure Gnassingbe of changing the rules so he can maintain his grip on power. Al Jazeera · Apr 11, 2024
R.M. Veerappan | The life and times of the Tamil film producer and veteran Dravidian politician In an illustrious public career spanning over 50 years, RM Veerappan was pivotal in shaping MGR’s acting career as well his rise in Dravidian politics, and as a successful producer, he is also credited for some landmark films in the careers of Rajinikanth, Kamal Hassan and their mentor K. Balachander The Hindu · Apr 11, 2024
In Tamil Nadu, BJP is a keyboard warrior, says Dayanidhi Maran Dayanidhi Maran shared his views on a variety of subjects including whether the BJP was growing in Tamil Nadu as has been claimed, the quality of discussions in the Parliament and whether AIADMK leader Edappadi Palaniswami’s campaign resonated with the general public The Hindu · Apr 10, 2024
Lack of jobs and investment plagues this economically backward district Villupuram Lok Sabha constituency sees fierce rivalry between VCK, PMK, and AIADMK, with economic development and political strategies at play. The Hindu · Apr 10, 2024
Vellore: A fort town that battles civic inadequacies Vellore airport construction, water scarcity, Lok Sabha elections, and candidates' promises for development in Vellore constituency. The Hindu · Apr 10, 2024
Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today Prime Minister Modi criticizes DMK, Ilaiyaraaja asserts rights, and BJP leader denied bail in extortion case. The Hindu · Apr 10, 2024
Lok Sabha polls | Family politics, corruption and an anti-Tamil culture are DMK’s credentials: PM Modi Prime Minister Modi criticizes DMK for corruption, anti-Tamil culture, and family politics in Vellore public meeting. The Hindu · Apr 10, 2024
Ex-DMK functionary Jaffer Sadiq faces ED raids in drugs money laundering case Enforcement Directorate raids in Tamil Nadu linked to drug trafficking and money laundering involving former DMK functionary Jaffer Sadiq. The Hindu · Apr 9, 2024
Why a Sri Lankan island is sparking an Indian election controversy PM Modi claims former Congress government sneakily gifted Katchatheevu island to Sri Lanka. But the truth is complex. Al Jazeera · Apr 9, 2024
Congress, DMK responsible for sufferings of Tamil Nadu fishermen, says Rajnath Singh Defence Minister Rajnath Singh blames Congress and DMK for Tamil Nadu fishermen's sufferings, praises Modi government's diplomatic efforts with Sri Lanka. The Hindu · Apr 9, 2024
Testing the waters in Tamil Nadu’s Ramanathapuram Katchatheevu issue: All these campaigns are part of the BJP’s long-standing project to make inroads into the southern districts of Tamil Nadu in general and strike a chord with the fishing community in particular. The Hindu · Apr 8, 2024
Tamil Nadu could have attracted more investments with a clean government: Anurag Singh Thakur Union Minister Anurag Singh Thakur highlights Tamil Nadu's lag in start-up ecosystem and investment potential, promoting BJP candidate Tamilisai Soundararajan. The Hindu · Apr 8, 2024
The Hindu · Apr 8, 2024 DMK, AIADMK regimes not keen on fulfilling demands of government employees: Annamalai Chennai BJP president accuses AIADMK and DMK of neglecting government employees' demands, calls for immediate action.
The Hindu · Apr 8, 2024 BJP is exploiting the Katchatheevu issue for electoral gains, says Prakash Karat Prakash Karat criticizes BJP's neglect of Katchatheevu issue, corruption, and economic policies, advocating for government change in upcoming elections.
The Times of India · Apr 8, 2024 'Prevailing sentiment favours Modi in TN’ They once belonged to the same party. But, now, AMMK leader T T V Dhinakaran is part of NDA and will take on Thanga Tamilselvan who is the DMK candidate
The Hindu · Apr 8, 2024 Supreme Court stays corruption case trial against T.N. Minister I. Periyasamy Supreme Court stays trial of Tamil Nadu Minister in corruption case, citing lack of proper sanction for prosecution.
The Hindu · Apr 7, 2024 Intense battle unfolds in Perambalur as scion seeks to expand father’s political footprint Perambalur Lok Sabha election heats up with a triangular contest, promises of railway line and economic development.
The Hindu · Apr 7, 2024 AIADMK wants to work for the people and amplify their sentiments in the Parliament, says Palaniswami AIADMK leader Edappadi K. Palaniswami criticizes DMK, vows to amplify people's sentiments in Parliament, not join Central government.
The Hindu · Apr 7, 2024 HDK and DKS spar over Mekedatu and other irrigation projects Political spat in Karnataka over Mekedatu reservoir project between D.K. Shivakumar and H.D. Kumaraswamy heats up.
The Hindu · Apr 7, 2024 Stalin has betrayed govt. staff, teachers, says Ramadoss PMK founder criticizes CM Stalin's failure to fulfill government employees' demands, urges voters to teach DMK a lesson.
The Hindu · Apr 7, 2024 INDIA bloc a ‘conglomeration of corrupt parties’, alleges BJP president J.P. Nadda Bharatiya Janata Party national president J.P. Nadda claimed at a Lok Sabha election campaign in Ariyalur, Thiruchirapalli, that the entire Opposition INDIA bloc is a ‘conglomeration of only corrupt parties’ striving to save their dynasty and families from the corrupt practices which they had done,
The Hindu · Apr 7, 2024 Lok Sabha polls | Palaniswami says government employees and teachers should teach DMK a lesson AIADMK's Edappadi K. Palaniswami warns government employees and teachers to hold DMK accountable for unfulfilled promises in elections.
The Hindu · Apr 7, 2024 Elections that shaped India | The United Front experiment (1996-98) India's tumultuous political landscape between 1996-1999 under United Front governments reshaped the nation's political dynamics and foreign policy.