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Tamil Nadu CM Joseph Vijay announces official vehicles and allowances for MLAs to address public grievances

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay announced government vehicles and a monthly allowance for all MLAs. The state's medical insurance cover was also increased to twenty-five lakh rupees per annum. Seven government medical college hospitals will now provide services for transgender individuals. The procurement price of state-run Aavin milk…

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Vijay vows Centre cooperation but says Tamil Nadu will oppose curbs on state rights

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay pledged cooperation with the Union government on administrative matters. He asserted opposition to policies infringing upon the state's rights and principles. The government is actively working to eliminate corruption and ensure transparent governance for all citizens. Several welfare schemes are being continued and…

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South Central 87: Udhayanidhi’s arrest and Union government’s Meta crackdown

Has the recent arrest of Tamil Nadu Leader of Opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin strengthened his political standing, or did the young TVK government make a political miscalculation?

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Tamil Nadu CM Vijay chairs MPs' meeting on delimitation in Chennai

The meeting is being held at Kalaivanar Arangam in Chepauk, Chennai, and is aimed at discussing Tamil Nadu's concerns over the proposed delimitation exercise and its potential impact on the state's parliamentary representation.

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Tamil Nadu Budget 2026: Vijay govt announces Rs 44,527 crore for school education, gold coins & silk sarees for weddings, free laptops and bicycles

Tamil Nadu Budget 2026: Tamil Nadu's new government has unveiled its first Budget, outlining major investments in education and welfare schemes. Key announcements include free bicycles and laptops for students, gold rings for newborns, and wedding assistance for women. The Budget also focuses on modernising schools and tackling substance abuse,…

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TVK govt to present its maiden Tamil Nadu Budget amid political tension

The Tamil Nadu government will present its first budget on Wednesday morning. Finance Minister N Marie Wilson will table the budget for the upcoming financial year. Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has directed the budget to be exemplary and visionary. The opposition DMK MLAs may boycott the session due to…

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Stalin slams TVK govt over Udhayanidhi's arrest, warns 'arrogance leads to destruction'

DMK President M.K. Stalin condemned the TVK government's alleged arrogance and high-handedness. He demanded the immediate release of all detained DMK cadres across the state. Udhayanidhi Stalin's arrest followed his remarks during a Cauvery water dispute protest. The Madras High Court ordered Udhayanidhi Stalin's immediate release, which Stalin hailed. Stalin…

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'Blatant cowardice': DMK slams Vijay govt over arrest of Udhayanidhi Stalin

DMK MP Kanimozhi on Tuesday condemned the Vijay government over the arrest of Leader of the Opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin, calling it an act of political vendetta. She alleged the arrest was intended to prevent him from attending the Legislative Assembly session beginning Wednesday.

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Udhayanidhi Stalin, DMK workers arrested after FIR over CM Vijay remarks and 'Trisha' slogan controversy

Udhayanidhi Stalin Arrested: Udhayanidhi Stalin was arrested by Chennai Police on Tuesday after an FIR was registered against him over his alleged derogatory remarks against Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay. Police had stepped up security outside his Chennai residence ahead of the arrest. The controversy stemmed from a…

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AIADMK MLAs disqualification: Chief Palaniswami, former legislators asked to appear before TN Speaker

AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami and four former legislators face a disqualification hearing. The four MLAs quit AIADMK and joined the ruling TVK party after winning elections. Assembly Speaker J C D Prabhakar summoned them to explain their actions on July thirtieth. Palaniswami sought action against them under anti-defection laws…

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Will table audit report on corruption during DMK regime, says TN Finance Minister

Tamil Nadu Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson said the TVK government will table an audit report during the Budget session alleging corruption and "party fund" irregularities under the previous DMK regime. He also reiterated the government's commitment to abolishing NEET.

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Jana Nayagan frenzy reaches feverish pitch across Tamil Nadu

Fans celebrated Chief Minister C Vijay Joseph's farewell film 'Jana Nayagan' with elaborate festivities. The movie's release saw widespread celebrations, including cooking Pongal and displaying fireworks. Supporters offered prayers and distributed free tickets to mark the occasion. The film is screening in many cinemas across Tamil Nadu and globally. This…

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Vijay-led TVK demands NEET abolition, says states should control medical education

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam demands complete abolition of the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test. The party advocates for shifting education to the State List for full control. This move aims to provide a lasting solution to the medical entrance examination issue. The party also criticized others for appropriating its campaign ideas. Student protests…

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DMK to study Bill on delimitation, decide matter on 'merit'

The DMK will study the proposed delimitation Bill when tabled in Parliament, and a decision will be made based on merits to protect Tamil Nadu's interests. Discussions will include a fifty per cent seat increase and retaining current seat proportions. The DMK will decide this matter independently without consulting the…

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SC seeks ECI's response on MDMK's plea against SIR in Tamil Nadu

The Supreme Court is reviewing a plea against Tamil Nadu's electoral roll revision. Several political parties have also approached the apex court challenging this exercise. The Special Intensive Revision aims to update voter lists across several states. This process could potentially disenfranchise voters without due process. The final voter list…

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AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami seeks greater, more effective role for party's IT wing

AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami urged the party's IT wing to adopt advanced technology. He stressed the need for members to adapt to digital developments and enhance their online presence. This directive follows a perceived generation gap in social media handling compared to rivals. The party aims to leverage Artificial…

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'No success can erase pain of Karur': CM Vijay recalls stampede tragedy, announces memorial for victims

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay spoke about the Karur stampede tragedy. He stated the incident remains a deep wound in his political journey. Vijay alleged police failed to manage the crowd adequately during the event. He also accused the previous DMK government of shifting blame onto him. A…

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TVK MLA claims Rs 30 crore offer to join DMK, alleges death threats

In a shocking revelation, a TVK MLA has alleged that he was presented with bribes amounting to thirty to one hundred crore rupees to defect to another political party. Following his refusal, he reports receiving threatening messages and harassment. The legislator believes he has solid evidence supporting his claims of…

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‘How can court regulate CM's visit?’ : Supreme Court asks DMK as it dismisses plea against Vijay's Karur stampede victims visit

The Supreme Court has expressed skepticism about the DMK's appeal to impose restrictions on the Chief Minister's engagements. This request emerged from concerns that public statements could skew the CBI investigation into the September 2025 Karur stampede, which resulted in 41 fatalities. Senior counsel contended that the narrative being shaped…

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DMK hits out at Tamil Nadu govt over removal of Stalin's name from desalination project plaque

The DMK has strongly criticized the ruling TVK for allegedly removing a plaque bearing M K Stalin's name from a desalination project. This move escalates the political rivalry, with the DMK accusing the TVK of "erasing" their government's achievements. The project, crucial for Chennai's water supply, was commissioned by Stalin.…

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BJP leader Tamilisai Soundararajan defends DMK ex-minister's arrest by TVK govt

Senior BJP leader Tamilisai Soundararajan defended her stance on the arrest of former DMK minister Anitha R Radhakrishnan, emphasizing the need for decorum in public discourse. She clarified that the BJP's support was for legal accountability, not the ruling TVK government. Radhakrishnan was arrested for alleged derogatory remarks against Chief…

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Karur stampede: DMK moves SC to restrain TVK leaders from making public statements

The DMK has approached the Supreme Court, seeking to prevent TVK leaders, including Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay, from making public statements regarding the Karur stampede. The party alleges "false accusations" and claims ministers involved in the incident are now in the Tamil Nadu cabinet. The plea also seeks CBI…

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Tamil Nadu: DMK to file separate case against Aadhav Arjuna over Karur stampede remarks, terms Anitha Radhakrishnan's arrest "vendetta politics"

Radhakrishnan was taken into police custody today shortly after the Madras High Court dismissed his anticipatory bail petition. Justice GK Ilanthiraiyan rejected the plea, which was filed in connection with a case registered over the former minister's allegedly defamatory remarks against Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay during a DMK public…

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AIADMK faces another jolt as former minister Vaigai Selvan resigns from party

AIADMK faces another blow as former minister Vaigai Selvan resigns. This follows ex-ministers C Vijayabaskar and MR Vijayabhaskar joining the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK). They cited betrayal of party ideology and alleged AIADMK leadership ignored alliance calls with TVK, instead secretly negotiating with the DMK. The leaders emphasized their move…

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Karnataka LoP questions CM Shivakumar's 'silence' over TN Cong warning against Mekedatu project

BJP leader R Ashoka slammed Karnataka CM D K Shivakumar for his silence on Tamil Nadu Congress' warning against the Mekedatu dam. Ashoka challenged Shivakumar to protest in Chennai, questioning if coalition politics in Tamil Nadu has made him fearful. He accused the Congress government of using the dam issue…

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