The Times of India

He accused the governor of undermining the dignity and traditions of the Tamil Nadu assembly, referring to his walkout during an address as disrespectful.

Police were investigating if he died after falling off the flyover by accident or if it was a case of suicide.

Several suburban trains were delayed for 20-30 minutes after an internet cable fell on the overhead electric (OH) line near Guindy railway station around 5pm on Saturday.

TVK Salem district secretary A Parthiban met the relatives and promised to cover the family's expenses, including the educational expenses of Suraj's two children. Parthiban arranged an ambulance to transport the body to Maharashtra.

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam chief Vijay declared his party a 100 per cent pure force at a high-security rally, vowing to form the government and fulfill people's aspirations. He criticized the ruling DMK for alleged misgovernance and law and order issues, promising clean administration. The event saw stringent security measures following a past tragedy.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin's government announced a Rs 5,000 'Special Summer Grant' for 1.31 crore beneficiaries under the Kalaignar Urimai Thogai scheme. Leader of Opposition Edappadi K. Palaniswami criticized the move as an election-time cash transfer driven by fear of electoral defeat, questioning its timing and the government's credibility.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin preemptively disbursed Rs 5,000 to 1.31 crore women under the Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thogai scheme, countering alleged attempts by Delhi-based forces to halt payments. He promised to increase the monthly aid to Rs 2,000 in the next government term, expressing confidence in retaining power.