The State said the object behind its government order of March 9, 2024 was to ensure that persons belonging to socially and educationally backward communities are not deprived of reservation benefits solely on account of conversion to Islam
Udhayanidhi-Vijay Face-Off Over Cauvery Water, Mekedatu Dam And Farmers
A fresh political confrontation has erupted in Tamil Nadu over the Mekedatu project, with Chief Minister Vijay and Leader of the Opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin trading sharp remarks. While Vijay says his government has passed a resolution, written to Prime Minister Modi and consistently opposed the project, Udhayanidhi has accused the government of failing to build political consensus and questioned why an all-party meeting has not been convened. The row has also drawn in the AIADMK and BJP, escalating the battle over Cauvery water rights and farmers' interests.
Tamil Nadu Assembly passes resolution batting for 'fair tax devolution' from Centre
The Tamil Nadu Assembly unanimously passed a resolution seeking fair tax devolution. This resolution aligns with constitutional principles of fiscal and cooperative federalism. Finance Minister N Marie Wilson presented the resolution to the Union government. The state emphasised its economic contribution and development needs.
DMK MPs to participate in meeting on delimitation convened by Tamil Nadu CM Vijay
Duraimurugan asks TVK-led government not to engage in diversionary politics
The long-running Cauvery water dispute erupted in the Tamil Nadu Assembly on Friday, with Chief Minister Vijay and Leader of Opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin engaging in a heated exchange over Karnataka's proposed Mekedatu dam project.
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay proposes Karnataka talks in first remarks over Cauvery row
Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has extended an olive branch to Karnataka regarding the Cauvery issue, underscoring the importance of dialogue. He steered clear of trivial political maneuvering, recalling the state's long-standing efforts dating back to 1969 in managing the conflict. Vijay insisted on a strong legal approach to the dispute while pledging to face any backlash for the welfare of the people of Tamil Nadu.
You Can Now Book Liquor Online In Tamil Nadu. What Changes For Buyers?
TASMAC unveils online liquor booking portal allowing customers to check stock, prices, and pay digitally.
When enemy countries hold talks, why not two States on Cauvery issue, asks Chief Minister Vijay
The Chief Minister in the State Assembly asserted whether it was the sharing of Cauvery water or the construction of the Mekedatu dam, his government would never compromise on Tamil Nadus rights
Madhavan Hails Change In Tamil Nadu Under CM Vijay
Madhavan was last seen in Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar: The Revenge.
Tamil Nadu govt to move resolution urging Centre for fair devolution of taxes
The TVK-led government will also demand that States achievements in population stabilisation and human development do not place them at a comparative disadvantage
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay rules out all-party meeting on Mekedatu Dam dispute
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The DMK seems to have threatened two senior journalists at national television networks with legal notices over their coverage of Udhayanidhi Stalins Cauvery protest vulgar remarks targeting actor Trisha Krishnan. Udhayanidhi Stalin, Leader of the Opposition in the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly and DMK Youth Wing Secretary, issued the notices through his lawyer, Rajya Sabha [] The post DMK Threatens NDTV & India Today Journalists For Criticizing Udhayanidhi Stalins Vulgar Speech appeared first on The Commune .
Transport Minister Reviews Production Of Low-Floor Electric Buses At Switch Mobility
Public bus transportation serves as a crucial lifeline for Tamil Nadu, connecting every corner of the state and driving economic growth through accessible and affordable transit.
Tamil Nadu govt invites public suggestions to boost state's revenue
Tamil Nadu's Revenue Augmentation Committee seeks public input for revenue enhancement. Suggestions are invited from the public and experts to boost state finances. The panel aims to improve tax and non-tax revenue efficiency and self-reliance. Stakeholders can email their proposals to tnrac@tn.gov.in before August 11. Broad categories for suggestions include GST, Stamp Duty, and Mining.
MPs Meet On Delimitation On Saturday
Invitations were being dispatched by the Tamil Nadu House in New Delhi to all MPs from the State, the release said.
Former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin-led Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) could back the Modi government if it decides to introduce the Delimitation Bill again in the Parliament, but has laid down three conditions for...
Tamil Nadu police seize eight goats and pigeons in suspected Sri Lanka smuggling bid
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DMK organises peace rallies in Tamil Nadu to mark Karunanidhi
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Vijay Calls Key Tamil Nadu MPs' Meet To Discuss Delimitation Bill
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay has convened a crucial meeting of the state's MPs to discuss the proposed Delimitation Bill. The meeting, to be chaired by the Chief Minister himself, is expected to focus on Tamil Nadu's position and strategy on the contentious issue.
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Gurumurthy delivers YGP Centenary Year Memorial Lecture on Indian Civilisation
J&K power deficit shrinks from 19.1% to 0.1% in 12 years
Srinagar, Aug 06: In what could be termed as a major achievement, Jammu & Kashmir has generated 1,96,415.59 Million Units (MU) of electricity from all sources between 2014-15 and 2025-26, while simultaneously slashing its annual energy shaortfall from 19.1 per cent to just 0.1 per cent during the period, the data on the latest state-wise power generation and supply by Ministry of Power revealed. According to the details, accessed by Rising Kashmir, the Union Territory generated 14,687.20 MU in 2014-15, which rose to 15,313.52 MU in 2015-16 and 15,703.82 MU in 2016-17. Generation stood at 15,261.93 MU in 2017-18, increased to 16,853.78 MU in 2018-19, and reached its highest level of 18,537.25 MU in 2019-20. Power generation remained above 17,000 MU for the next three financial years, recording 17,441.97 MU in 2020-21, 17,489.83 MU in 2021-22 and 17,170.62 MU in 2022-23. It subsequently declined to 16,282.93 MU in 2023-24 and 15,595.82 MU in 2024-25, before recovering to 16,076.92 MU in 2025-26. During the first quarter of 2026-27 (Till June 2026), the UT generated 5,812.82 MU. Overall, Jammu & Kashmir generated around 1,96,415.59 MU of electricity between 2014-15 and 2025-26. With the output for April-June 2026, the cumulative generation touched over 2.02 lakh MU. The figures indicate that while the Union Territory has maintained relatively stable electricity generation over the years, it continues to rank in the middle tier among states and Union Territories. It generates considerably more electricity than several smaller states and UTs, including Goa, Sikkim, Tripura, Mizoram, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, Andaman & Nicobar Islands and Lakshadweep. However, Jammu & Kashmir remains well behind the country's major power-producing states such as Gujarat, Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan and Karnataka, each of which records annual generation several times higher than the UT. The national power generation from all sources increased from 11,10,392.27 MU in 2014-15 to 18,47,941.44 MU in 2025-26, reflecting a steady rise in electricity production across the country, the data reveals. Official data indicated that the annual power demand has crossed over 3,500 MW in recent years, while local generation often falls well short of the requirement during winter, necessitating large-scale imports of electricity. Moreover, the power supply data shows a clear improvement in Jammu & Kashmir over the last 12 years, with the gap between energy requirement and availability narrowing sharply. The data also points to a marked improvement in Jammu & Kashmir's power supply position over the years. The Union Territory's annual energy requirement increased from 16,214 MU in 2014-15 to 20,185 MU in 2025-26, while energy availability rose from 13,119 MU to 20,166 MU during the same period. Consequently, the gap between demand and supply narrowed significantly. The energy not supplied dropped from 3,095 MU (19.1%) in 2014-15 to just 19 MU (0.1%) in 2025-26. After remaining above 3,000 MU between 2016-17 and 2019-20, the deficit declined steadily to 2,551 MU in 2020-21, 1,524 MU in 2021-22, 317 MU in 2022-23, 277 MU in 2023-24, 90 MU in 2024-25, and 19 MU in 2025-26, indicating a near-elimination of the annual energy shortfall.
IIT Madras incubated deep tech firm Solinas Integrity raises funds for expansion
68 kg of ganja seized from express train at Jolarpet railway station
VIT Chancellor calls on Union Civil Aviation Minister; seeks opening of new airport in Vellore
Poikkal Kuthirai to join Tamil Nadus cultural icons in the skies
Viewpoint | Of Lord Murugas Abodes and Identity
The place has since emerged as a major flashpoint for religious politics in Tamil Nadu.
The language of obscenity in Tamil Nadu politics
The arrest of the LoP for his allegedly crude remarks has rekindled memories of a time when leaders would scathingly attack their rivals
Viksit Bharat 2047: Indias MedTech Aspirations to Lead the Global Market for Quality Devices
From prognosis to diagnosis, from safe delivery to critical brain & cardiac bypass surgery, from simple fracture to complex knee implantation, advancements in MedTech industry across the world has supported the medical fraternity to save lives and better the conditions of living. In India, the land of Susruta, Med Tech is considered a strategic sector and the Government of India is invested in its growth. Driven by policy backing, cost advantages and capital inflows the sector is currently valued at approximately $1620 billion with $4 billion in exports. From consumables to a number of high-end medical equipments are manufactured in the country. Domestic manufacturing jumped from about Rs 39000 Cr in 2019-20 to over Rs 80,000 Cr in 2025-26. Indian Medtech sector has had good presence of multinational companies from USA and Europe, manufacturing imaging & diagnostic equipment since a number of years. Now in the last decade, Indian companies have also entered the radio-diagnostic and radiotherapy equipment manufacturing. Further, the growth of the sector has been wide spread and expanding to tier 2 and tier 3 cities also. Some of the distinctive MedTech Products Manufactured in India Company Major Products Primary Manufacturing Plant Meril Life Sciences Heart valves, stents, robotics, IVD Vapi, Gujarat Poly Medicure Ltd. IV cannula, infusion therapy, dialysis Faridabad, Haryana Transasia Bio-Medicals Clinical chemistry, hematology, IVD analysers Daman & Uttarakhand Trivitron Healthcare Imaging, laboratory diagnostics, ICU equipment Chennai, Tamil Nadu Allengers Medical Systems X-ray, C-arm, cath lab, radiology equipment Mohali, Punjab Skanray Technologies Ventilators, anaesthesia workstations Mysuru, Karnataka Appasamy Associates Ophthalmic microscopes, phaco systems, IOLs Chennai, Tamil Nadu Agappe Diagnostics Clinical chemistry reagents Kochi, Kerala BPL Medical Technologies ECG, patient monitors, defibrillators Bengaluru, Karnataka J. Mitra & Co. Rapid diagnostic kits, ELISA Okhla Industrial Area, New Delhi G. Surgiwear Absorbable sutures, meshes Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh Biorad Medisys Orthopaedic Implants knee, hip replacement system Pune, Maharashtra Panacea Medical Technologies Pvt. Ltd. Linear Accelerators (LINAC), Cobalt-60 Teletherapy Systems, Brachytherapy Systems, Radiotherapy Accessories Bengaluru, Karnataka Medical devices are the key items of capital investment as well as operating expenses in hospitals, clinics and diagnostic labs. Share of domestic demand more than doubled from 20% in 2022 to 45% in 2025, growing at an annual rate of over 40%. The industry has the potential to reach $30 billion by FY2030, capturing a 1012% global market export share by 2047. Government is actively encouraging Domestic companies to target import-dependent segment. Under PLI Scheme for medical devices 27 greenfield projects have been commissioned and 55+ products are manufactured. Under Medical Devices Park Scheme, three parks across Greater Noida, UP; Ujjain, MP; and Kanchipuram, TN are expected to be operational by early 2027. The Department of Pharmaceuticals is proposing to fast-track 8-10 high-value medical devices, like MRI systems and their components, pacemakers, continuous glucose monitoring devices, advanced ultrasound machines etc with extra support via indigenization and research and development. Key products of MNCs and Indian Companies commissioned under PLI Company Products Envision Scientific Private Limited Stents, PTCA Balloon Catheter GE BE Private Limited PET Detector Nipro India Corporation Private Limited Dialyzer Omron Healthcare Manufacturing India Private Limited Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor Philips Global Business Services LLP MRI Coils Siemens Healthcare Private Limited CT Scan and MRI Varex Imaging Manufacturing India Private Limited Digital X-Ray Flat Panel Detector The focus now is on deepening value chain localization particularly in high-end medical devices and imaging equipment, by developing a strong component manufacturing ecosystem and increasing domestic value addition from the current level of around 25% to 4045%, For the long term the Government plans of building an innovation eco system with strong academia-industry linkage through NIPERs. Government, industry and academia collaboration is important because it turns excellent theories into enduring capabilities, not mere ideas on paper. Quality, branding and reputation is a significant factor for not just domestic growth but also to compete globally. There is a need to invest more in to research and development with strong focus on improved safety, enhanced efficacy, increased affordability. In the last 6 years, Government has brought the medical device regulation at par with the global regulatory best practices, With the strengthening of the medical device vertical in the Central Licensing Authority (CDSCO), the quality of regulation would only improve in the days to come. As the nation marches towards Viksit Bharat@2047, the MedTech sector provides a rather distinct opening to bring together cost gains, innovation, and scalability for sustained momentum. The payoff wont be limited to better access for affordable healthcare at home; it will also help Indian manufacturers become trusted suppliers across international markets. India has historically maintained leadership in the consumables and disposables segment of medical devices. Made in India products have found way into countries across the world. Now the roadmap is to build upon Indias potential as a leader in precision engineering and cost-effective medical devices and to establish it as a choice global supplier of quality, affordable medical devices. (The Author is Secretary, Dept of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilisers. Courtesy: PIB)
Temple thefts reported in Tiruvottiyur and Gummidipoondi
Stock market consultant held in sexual harassment case
History-sheeter held after mother complains of assault
Commuters and cop nab man who snatched gold chain from woman at railway station
Tamil Cinema Embraces Bengaluru Slang, Reflects Evolving Urban Culture
TN agriculture budget goal: More irrigation, more grain
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Calls Meeting on Delimitation for August 8
Chennai, August 6: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister S. Joseph Vijay has convened a consultation meeting with all Members of Parliament from the state to discuss the central governments proposed delimitation process and its potential impact on Tamil Nadu. The meeting is scheduled for August 8 at 3 PM at Kalaiyavanar Arangam in Chepauk, Chennai, and ... Read more Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Calls Meeting on Delimitation for August 8
200 sandalwood and 300 teak trees illegally cut at Tanuvas research station nearChennai
TN agriculture budget appears to favour traders rather than cultivators: Farmers associations
Udhayanidhi Challenges CM Vijay on Cauvery Water Dispute in Tamil Nadu
Chennai, August 6: In Tamil Nadu, opposition leader Udhayanidhi Stalin has challenged Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay to answer questions regarding the Cauvery water dispute. He accused the three-month-old Tamil Nadu government of failing to address farmers concerns. Speaking to reporters after Agriculture Minister R. Vinod presented the states first agricultural budget in the Assembly, ... Read more Udhayanidhi Challenges CM Vijay on Cauvery Water Dispute in Tamil Nadu
IIT-M startup Solinas raises $5.5 mn, led by Hero Ventures
Indias pumped storage project pipeline swells to 24 GW
Tamil Nadu seeks public suggestions to boost State revenues
The State has launched a public consultation to gather ideas for strengthening revenue mobilisation, fiscal efficiency and long-term financial sustainability.
Sneha Singh Shines with 10-Under 61 at Womens Pro Golf Tournament
Bangalore, August 6: Sneha Singh, in exceptional form, delivered one of her best rounds at the Womens Pro Golf Tournaments 11th leg held at Clover Greens in Hosur, Tamil Nadu. On Thursday, she finished her second round with an impressive score of 10-under 61, following a 2-over 73 in the first round, bringing her total ... Read more Sneha Singh Shines with 10-Under 61 at Womens Pro Golf Tournament
Two youths murder labourer near Coimbatore, post video and photos of murder on social mediaplatform
Kerala local body urges Tamil Nadu to prevent human waste flow into Mullaperiyar dam
Problem due lack of toilet facilities in a bus stand in Tamil Nadu near the Kerala border
Chennai metro achieves 24th tunnel breakthrough in Phase II project
Faith vs Dravidian Politics? TVK Government's Budget Moves Ignite Debate
A political controversy has broken out in Tamil Nadu after Finance Minister Maria Wilson was seen carrying a religious garland and making a Christian gesture before presenting the state budget in the Assembly. The incident has sparked a war of words between the DMK, BJP and TVK, with the DMK accusing TVK of mixing religion with politics, while the BJP questioned why expressions of Hindu faith are often labelled communal.
Youth arrested for selling banned Kerala lottery tickets in Namakkal
Big Delimitation Push: Centre Holds Talks With DMK, SP & NCP
The Centre has begun reaching out to key Opposition parties in an effort to build political consensus on the contentious issue of delimitation. According to sources, the government has held discussions with the Samajwadi Party, the DMK, and the Sharad Pawar-led NCP. The DMK is learnt to have sought assurances that Tamil Nadu's political interests will be protected before taking a final position.
DMK lays down conditions as government steps up efforts to pass delimitation Bill
These conditions come amid renewed efforts from the government to reach out to the Opposition to secure numbers for the Bill; though the government doesnt have the two-thirds majority yet to push through a constitutional amendment, the situation has changed since the Bill was introduced previously
Tamil Nadu Budget 2026: States debt will continue to rise, says Finance Secretary
According to M.A. Siddique, the rate of income growth must outpace the rate at which debt rises
Tamil Nadu Budget 2026: Allocation for higher education drops; educationists react sharply
The total outlay for the department has been put at 8,393 crore.
Non-bailable warrant issued against former Minister K. Ponmudy
He failed to appear for the trial proceedings in a case registered against him for allegedly making a speech that promoted hatred against the Hindu religion
AIADMKs rebel senior legislators meet Water Resources Minister
S.P. Velumani, C.Ve. Shanmugam and K.P. Anbalagan were among those who met the Minister
Tamil Nadu Budget 2026: Government announces AI planning approvals, new housing scheme
Under the MY-HOME scheme, one lakh housing units will be developed over the next seven years through public-private partnership model, to provide safe and affordable housing for low-income families and youth
Tamil Nadu Budget 2026: Healthcare spending continues to rise in State
However, the health announcements in the Budget fell short to address the need to increase manpower
T.N. Agriculture Budget: 600 crore over five years for Tamil Nadu Soil Fertility Mission
An allocation of 122 crore has been earmarked for the scheme this year
Watch: Vijays first budget: Is TVK building a new political brand? | Focus Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijays first Budget goes beyond numbers and welfare announcements. From Thaai Maaman and Annan to the repeated use of Vetri, we decode the language of the TVK governments schemes and ask whether Vijay is laying the foundations for a distinct political brand.
Military Engineer Services in Chennai gets new chief
Thoothukudi district has a sizable population that is dependent on palm-based livelihood.
Farmers say Budget is disappointing; industry welcomes announcements
A Market Intervention Scheme Price Stabilisation Revolving Fund (MIS-PSRF) will be created by the Tamil Nadu State Agricultural Marketing Board with a State fund of 4.26 crore to protect farmers from price crash of perishables
T.N. Agriculture Budget: DMK MLAs protest as Minister digresses from Agriculture Budget speech
Nine arrested for stabbing Chennai man to death in Coimbatore
Chennai court issues NBW against DMK's K Ponmudi in hate speech case
A Chennai court issued a non-bailable warrant for former minister K Ponmudi. He failed to appear in a criminal case concerning alleged hate speech. The case involves remarks made about women and religious groups in April 2025. His petition for medical exemption was dismissed due to lack of records. The trial was directed to proceed within six months by the high court.
Tamil Nadus expectation of higher Central funds pushes up total revenue receipts
In the past three out offive years, the budget estimates for the TRR were pushed down at the time of arriving at the revised estimates
Supreme Court mulls transfer of Tamil Nadu DVAC case against ED officer to Central agency
The Bench headed by the Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, meanwhile, refuses to lift the stay on criminal proceedings in the case
The mangrove ecosystem at Manakudy estuary is a vital ecological habitat, supporting a rich diversity of aquatic species while serving as a seasonal refuge for several local and migratory birds.
Tamil Nadu Budget launches CMs integrated urban mission to reshape cities in State by 2031
According to the Budget, the Mission will bring under one roof urban infrastructure, water supply, underground sewerage system, integrated solid waste management, city roads, urban transport, expansion of green spaces, protection of urban waterbodies.
Tamil Nadu Budget 2026: Law college, river projects, welfare schemes for Madurai
The new special government law college in Madurai is scheduled to open its doors in the 202728 academic year with an initial intake of 300 students.
Tamil Nadus Chief Minister Unveils Inclusive Development Budget for 2026-27
Chennai, August 6: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay congratulated Finance Minister N. Mari Wilson and Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister R. Vinoth on the presentation of the revised budget for 2026-27 and the agriculture budget. He emphasized that these budgets are designed to promote inclusive development and strengthen the livelihoods of all segments of society. ... Read more Tamil Nadus Chief Minister Unveils Inclusive Development Budget for 2026-27
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay hails State, Agriculture Budgets; says they offer new hope to society
In a post on social media, the Chief Minister congratulated Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson and Agriculture Minister R. Vinoth for presenting what he described as forward-looking budgets
Tamil Nadu Budget 2026 promises fresh push for Cooum, Adyar rivers restoration in Chennai
The government would invite global tenders, prepare detailed feasibility and project reports to transform the rivers into citys defining landmarks
While welcoming allocations for the CauveryVaigaiGundar river linking project, barrages across the Cauvery and ecological restoration of the Cauvery Delta, farmers organisations seek higher spending on agriculture, crop loan waiver and better procurement prices
In a post on social media, Mr. Stalin said instead of addressing the drought situation and the distress faced by farmers, the Budget had merely heaped praise on the Chief Minister
The TVK government aims for 131 LMT food grain production by 2026-27. New farm ponds and borewells will expand irrigation coverage significantly. Micro-irrigation systems will further enhance water use efficiency for crops. The government also plans to boost yields of fruits and vegetables. Farmers will receive uninterrupted free power supply for agricultural needs.
The Tamil Nadu government has been pursuing the proposal to create a Metro Rail connectivity from Hosur in Krishnagiri district till Bommasandra in Karnataka with the Centre and the Karnataka government.
Wake Up And Respond: MK Stalin's Swipe At Vijay Over Hollow Budget
MK Stalin alleged that the Vijay-led TVK government's maiden budget ignored issues like drought and crop losses suffered by Tamil Nadu farmers.
Tamil Nadu 2026-27 revised budget: A graphical overview
Tamil Nadus revised State budget was tabled in Parliament after Aprils State elections yesterday (Aug. 5, 2026). Here are graphics showing key numbers from the budget.
'Budget to praise CM Vijay, not address drought': MK Stalin, Udhayanidhi say TVK has failed farmers
DMK leaders criticized the Tamil Nadu Agriculture Budget for ignoring farmers' concerns. They alleged the budget praised Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay instead of offering relief. The opposition claimed existing schemes were merely renamed without substantive measures. Delta farmers suffering crop losses received no significant support from the budget. DMK plans to raise farmers' issues and water disputes in the assembly.
Tamil Nadu Govt Introduces Carbon Trading For Farmers, Rs 600 Cr For Soil Mission
Tamil Nadu govt allocated Rs 60 lakh to launch demonstration projects across 2,000 acres and develop monitoring and verification protocols for carbon trading.
12 Tamil Nadu Districts Likely To Be Affected More Due To El Nino: Minister
Tamil Nadu's Agriculture Minister R Vinoth has deployed a university-backed contingency plan to shield 12 vulnerable districts from a Super El Nio event.
M K Stalin slams TVK govt, calls agriculture budget empty for ignoring drought-hit farmers
President of the DMK, M K Stalin, voiced his discontent regarding the agricultural budget released by the Tamil Nadu government. He contended that the budget disregards the ongoing drought challenges and lacks support for delta farmers. According to Stalin, the focus is misplaced, concentrating on renaming previous initiatives rather than addressing farmers' genuine concerns. He emphasized that DMK MLAs will continue to champion farmers' rights throughout the assembly proceedings.
21 MPs urge TN governor to restore Tamil anthem convention at official events
Rosary in Assembly, prayers at Tirumala: Personal faith marks Tamil Nadu's budget sessions
Tamil Nadu ministers' personal faith expressions during budget presentations drew attention this week. Finance minister Marie Wilson carried a rosary into the Assembly before presenting the revised Budget. Agriculture minister R Vinoth offered prayers at Tirumala temple before tabling his budget. Vinoth faced criticism for carrying a budget document outside the state. The events sparked discussions on secularism and government document confidentiality.
NIA Arrests Absconding Accused in 2022 Murder of Karnataka BJP Leader
The latest arrest comes weeks after the NIA, in July this year, apprehended two other absconding accused -- Abdul Nasir P alias Nasir, and Naushad -- from Kochi in Kerala and Hosur in Tamil Nadu, in a coordinated operation based on information received from the Andhra Pradesh Police
Tamil Nadus TVK Government Unveils First Agricultural Budget Focused on Soil Health and AI Services
Chennai, August 6: Tamil Nadus Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister R. Vinoth presented the first agricultural budget of the Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) government in the assembly on Thursday. The budget aims to enhance farming productivity, protect soil fertility, and expand technology-based services for farmers. While presenting the agricultural budget for 2026-27, Vinoth stated that ... Read more Tamil Nadus TVK Government Unveils First Agricultural Budget Focused on Soil Health and AI Services
Tamil Nadu Agriculture Budget: Eco-friendly liquid repellent to help farmers tackle wild boars
To further reduce crop losses caused not only by wild boars but also by elephants, gaurs, and deer, the government will install solar-powered electric fencing systems at subsidised rates
Kerala Minister Reacts to Tamil Nadu Budget, Warns of SC Battle Over Mullaperiyar
His remarks came a day after the Tamil Nadu government, in its budget, announced plans to pursue raising the water level of the 131-year-old Mullaperiyar reservoir in Kerala's Idukki district
