Political Conspiracy Between Dravidian Parties Led to AIADMK Leaders Joining TVK
Tamil Nadu Minister Aadhav Arjuna on Thursday claimed that a political conspiracy between the two Dravidian parties led to several AIADMK leaders and cadres joining the TVK.
AIADMK remains united, will bring back party rule in Tamil Nadu: S.P. Velumani
Speaking to the media in Coimbatore, he said the party is his breath and that the partys general secretary is Edappadi K. Palaniswami
NHAI Identifies 17 Highway Assets for Monetisation in FY27
NHAI, in a statement, said the identified National Highways assets comprise stretches across nine states, including Haryana, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Maharashtra
Former Tamil Nadu Minister Joins TVK, Calls for Central Agency Investigation
Chennai, May 28: The AIADMK has faced another political setback as former Tourism Minister and senior leader Vellamandi Natarajan has joined the ruling Tamilaga Vetria Kazhagam (TVK). This move has intensified political activity within the opposition ranks. Natarajan, a prominent leader from Tiruchi, has long been associated with the AIADMK and is regarded as a ... Read more Former Tamil Nadu Minister Joins TVK, Calls for Central Agency Investigation
Temperatures across Tamil Nadu to remain within limits
Tamil Nadu CM Joseph Vijay meets PM Modi in Delhi; Rahul Gandhi meeting postponed
AIADMK exodus continues as ex-minister Vellamandi Natarajan joins Vijay's TVK
Former AIADMK minister Vellamandi R Natarajan has switched allegiance, joining the Vijay-led TVK party on May 27. This marks the fifth prominent AIADMK figure to join the ruling party this week, following four recently resigned rebel MLAs. Natarajan, a former Tourism minister, had previously supported O Panneerselvam and rejoined AIADMK in February.
A planned meeting between Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay in Delhi has been postponed. CM Vijay met Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Discussions covered the Tamil Thai Vazhthu song, establishing a Centre for Airborne Systems in Tamil Nadu, and the Mekedatu Dam project. Vijay also thanked the Prime Minister for retrieving copper plates.
Heavy Rain and Storm Alert in Tamil Nadus 11 Districts; Fishermen Warned Not to Venture into Sea
Chennai, May 28: The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) in Chennai has issued a warning for heavy rainfall accompanied by strong winds in several parts of Tamil Nadu. This weather condition is attributed to multiple active atmospheric circulations in the region. The weather department reported that cyclonic circulations are currently active over northern Tamil Nadu, the ... Read more Heavy Rain and Storm Alert in Tamil Nadus 11 Districts; Fishermen Warned Not to Venture into Sea
Tamil Nadu ban on cow slaughter: Madras HC orders immediate ban ahead of Bakrid
The Madras High Court has issued a complete prohibition on cow slaughter across Tamil Nadu. This directive applies to all days, including the eve of Bakrid. The court's decision stems from a Public Interest Litigation concerning the sacrifice of cows and calves. Officials are instructed to enforce this ban strictly.
Vijay receives guard of honour at Tamil Nadu house
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay met Prime Minister Narendra Modi, discussing key state issues including the Vande Mataram controversy and the Mekedatu project. This marked their first public meeting in over a decade. Vijay also received a guard of honour at Tamil Nadu House. Union Minister Suresh Gopi urged patience for the new CM.
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay Meets Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to Discuss Infrastructure Funding
New Delhi, May 28: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay met with Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday to discuss several critical issues related to the states development. The meeting took place at the Finance Ministrys office, where CM Vijay emphasized the need for central support for major infrastructure projects in Tamil Nadu, including education, ... Read more Tamil Nadu CM Vijay Meets Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to Discuss Infrastructure Funding
Fraudster posing as middleman dupes car buyer of Rs 14L on OLX; held
Betrayal of mandate: on the TVK and Tamil Nadu politics
The Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam should not allow defectors to join the party
Crisis over super specialty medical seats
Stringent correction, lack of grace marks causes students to rethink revaluation
Students and teachers, who analysed scanned copies of answer sheets, say that this year, grace marks for steps were minimal and full marks were deducted for numericals where the final answers were wrong -- contrary to the practice observed until last year, when teachers corrected answers manually
According to officials, the latest approval comes after the fifth safety inspection
Temperatures across T.N. to remain within limits: RMC
Safety of women, kids top priority for TN govt, AG tells Madras HC
Long desk hours, poor sleep driving fatty liver surge in Chennai professionals
Woman loses watch worth 7 lakh at Tiruttani Murugan temple
Sankarapuram residents urge Southern Railway to build rail over bridge instead of proposed subway
YSRCP chief Jagan warns cadres to stay alert on SIR
YS Jagan Mohan Reddy has warned YSRCP cadres about potential voter deletions. He cited large-scale removals in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu polls. Reddy urged vigilance to prevent genuine voters from being removed. He also instructed the party to identify and remove bogus votes, particularly in Kuppam. This move signals a shift in political strategy.
CM Vijay meets PM Modi; raises Mekedatu dam, Tamil anthem issues
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi. He thanked the PM for the return of Anaimangalam copper plates. The Chief Minister also requested clarification on singing the state song Tamil Thai Vazhthu at government functions.
No one can deny corruption in judiciary: Madras high court
Madras high court bans cow, calf slaughter in TN
Madras high court has issued a blanket ban on the slaughter of cows and calves in Tamil Nadu, not just for Bakrid but on any day. The court directed state authorities to ensure no such slaughter occurs, citing constitutional mandates and existing government orders aimed at protecting cattle and improving the rural economy.
Can CSK Fans Stomach an RCB IPL Title Win?
The rise of Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL has created a new rivalry with Chennai Super Kings, shifting the dynamic from CSK's long-standing dominance. Online trolling and on-field incidents have intensified the bitterness between fans, fueled by historical and regional contexts, as RCB closes in on a second consecutive title.
Judges vs IPS officer: Madras high court witnesses high drama
A vacation bench comprising Justice G R Swaminathan and Justice V Lakshminarayanan had summoned Arun in connection with a habeas corpus petition filed by the wife of a builder detained under the Goondas Act, when Arun was Chennai city commissioner of police.
Tenkasi Protest: Bathing Ban Sparks Outcry Over Old Courtallam Falls Restrictions & Fees
Traders and communist parties in Tenkasi protested restrictions on night bathing and new entry fees at Old Courtallam Falls. They staged a symbolic bath, arguing the changes commercialise the tourist spot and harm local livelihoods. The forest department implemented the new system following Madras High Court directions and the state's eco-tourism policy.
Two AIADMK factions reunite after fortnight-long power struggle; cracks yet to be sealed
Vijay Also Writes To PM On Tamil Anthem
Tamil Nadu had consistently upheld the dignity and decorum associated with all national symbols: Chief Minister Joseph Vijay
Ban cow slaughter in Tamil Nadu with immediate effect, orders Madras High Court
Judges say, goats and sheeps too should not be allowed to be slaughtered in any place other than a licensed slaughter house
Watch: Only differences of opinion, not a split: Velumani after AIADMK unity talks
AIADMK leader and former Minister S.P. Velumani said there was no split in the party and described the recent political crisis as only a difference of opinion after rival factions led by Edappadi K. Palaniswami and Velumani reunited following weeks of internal conflict in the Tamil Nadu Assembly.
CM Vijay meets PM Modi, discusses Mekedatu dam issue and fishermen arrests
New Delhi/Chennai: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday, May 27, and discussed matters concerning the state, including the Mekedatu dam issue, fishermen arrests and the Tamil invocation song row. In addition, Vijay also met Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and handed over a memorandum to prioritise funding Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
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Two weeks after the dissent, the AIADMK factions patched up on Wednesday, with the rebel camp officially claiming that there was no split in the party and that it was only a difference of opinion. The AIADMK legislative party had split into two factions with one led by its general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami (EPS) and the other led by its Coimbatore strongman S.P. Velumani and Villupuram stalwart C.Ve.Shanmugam. A batch of the rebel MLAs, who voted in favour of the TVK government during the trust vote on May 13, called on EPS at his residence in Chennai. While Velumani and a few others expressed their support for EPS, the absence of C.Ve. Shanmugam led to speculations. But Velumani claimed that Shanmugam was with them and there was no dissent within the party. Shortly after calling on Palaniswami, Velumani met Tamil Nadu Assembly speaker J.C.D. Prabhakar and submitted a letter, saying that there is no split within the party. Agri S.S. Krishnamurthy and the other MLAs who petitioned the speaker and the 22 MLAs from the rebel camp who submitted a similar petition seeking to disqualify the legislators on either sides under the anti-defection law, withdrew both our petitions, Velumani, told the reporters after calling on EPS. He also said that EPS has agreed to consider their request to constitute a committee to review performance and probe reasons for the defeat in a phased manner. The truce and the dissent within Incidentally, the truce represents a high-stake defensive realignment necessitated by legislative haemorrhaging to the TVK rather than a definitive resolution of internal power asymmetries. The urgency for a truce was heightened by high-profile defections. In the past two days the party witnessed the resignations of Madurantakam MLA Maragatham Kumaravel, Perundurai MLA S. Jayakumar, Dharapuram MLA P. Sathyabama and Ambasamudram MLA Esakki Subbaiah, all of whom joined the TVK. These defections reduced the AIADMKs assembly strength from 47 to 43. Simultaneously, the rebel camps leverage collapsed as core members began a tactical retreat to the EPS fold. On May 25, five MLAsS.M. Sukumar (Arcot), P. Hari Bhaskar (Anthiyur), K. Mohan (Panruti), Dileepan Jaishankar (Sankarankoil), and N.S.N. Nataraj (Kangayam)switched loyalties back to EPS. They were followed on May 26 by P. Balakrishna Reddy (Hosur). These shifts reduced the rebel camp from its initial 25 to just 15 members, effectively stripping the Velumani-Shanmugam duo of their bargaining majority. The disqualification gambit The EPS faction, through Whip Agri S.S. Krishnamurthy, filed petitions for the disqualification of the 25 rebel MLAs under the Anti-Defection Law. The Velumani-Shanmugam camp retaliated with counter-petitions seeking to remove existing leadership and requesting the Speaker to recognise Dr C. Vijayabaskar as the new party whip. This legal stalemate created a period of administrative paralysis, leaving the partys official status in a state of suspended animation. In the meanwhile, the ruling TVK is also said to have come up with yet another plan - disqualify all the rebel MLAs and force them to join the TVK. Only after we heard that the speakers office is getting ready to disqualify all of us, we decided to get back to the parent body. We are not for a bypoll, said one of the MLAs who returned to the EPS camp. The TVK snub for the rebels and the promise for the defectors Earlier on May 13, a few days before the trust vote, a few of the AIADMK MLAs, including Shanmugam, Velumani and former health minister Dr C. Vijayabhaskar, are said to have had off-the-record meetings and several rounds of discussion with the TVK high command. It was said that the Velumani camp was promised share power and also a few cabinet berths earlier. But when the DMK alliance partners including the VCK, IUML, CPI and the CPI(M) extended support, the TVK, reportedly snubbed the AIADMK rebel MLAs. As the demands from the AIADMK MLAs went up and a few of them decided to go back to the parent body, the ruling party, sources say, engineered yet another dissent. Sources in the AIADMK say that the four MLAs who resigned and joined the TVK, were lured by the latter with the promise of power and position. While Maragatham Kumaravel, Jayakumar and Sathyabama were promised power and position, Ambasamudram MLA Esaki Subbaiah was in a legal tangle after the new government ordered shutdown of 18 stone quarries in the Tirunelveli and Tenkasi region. Reportedly, Subbaiah owns one of the quarries which came under the government action, following a major crackdown on environmental violations.
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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay met Prime Minister Narendra Modi and discussed a wide range of issues, including the Mekedatu dam issue, the arrest of fishermen by the Sri Lankan Navy and the Vande Mataram controversy. The meeting comes barely two weeks after the actor-turned-politician assumed office. The meeting is significant as it is Vijay's maiden official visit to Delhi after becoming the CM. According to a government release, CM Vijay expressed serious concern over Karnataka's announcement of a ground-breaking ceremony for the Mekedatu dam project across the Cauvery River. He pointed out that the move was completely against the final award of the Cauvery Water Disputes Tribunal (CWDT) and the verdict of the Supreme Court. He said the development has caused concern among Tamil Nadu farmers and urged the PM to direct the Jal Shakti Ministry and the Central Water Commission not to permit the project without the consent of co-basin states, including Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Puducherry. CM requested Modi to issue a clear directive allowing the Tamil Thaai Vaazhthu (invocation song) to be sung at the start of government events. During the meeting, Vijay also urged the prime minister to take strong measures to secure the immediate release of Tamil Nadu fishermen and their vessels. According to the Tamil Nadu government, 12 such arrest incidents have taken place in 2026 so far, with 58 fishermen currently in Sri Lankan custody and 266 fishing boats seized. Vijay requested PM Modi to ensure efforts by both the Indian and Sri Lankan governments for the immediate release of the fishermen and their boats. Vijay also sought the establishment of the Centre for Airborne Systems (CABS) in Tamil Nadu. He said discussions had been underway within the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) regarding the setting up of the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) design and development centre and CABS in the state. Vijay also visited Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. A statement from the CM's office said he told the finance minister that Tamil Nadu continues to emerge as a rapidly developing state and stressed that investment in key infrastructure projects is essential to sustain and accelerate this growth. Vijay requested Sitharaman to prioritise financial allocations for sectors crucial to Tamil Nadus development, including highways, railway projects and industrial corridors. The CM also urged the Union government to establish institutes of national importance in Tamil Nadu in order to further strengthen the states educational ecosystem. Further, he sought financial support for metro rail projects aimed at improving public transport infrastructure in Coimbatore and Madurai.
Jagan asks YSRCP cadres to be vigilant of SIR exercise in Andhra Pradesh
Large-scale deletion of votes during SIR adversely affected the opposition parties in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal, he says
SC upholds retrospective 28% GST on online gaming cos
Apex court backs Tamil Nadu, Karnataka curbs on stake-based play
Rest still a favour, not a right, for retail-staff in Chennai
Five years after Tamil Nadu legislated on the right to sit provision within the Tamil Nadu Shops and Establishments Act, 1947, the law remains a luxury for many. From high-end coffee shops to bustling textile showrooms, Chennais retail workers continue to trade their long-term health for long shifts on their feet
In his maiden visit, Tamil Nadu CMVijayto meet PM Modi at Delhi on May 27
He will meet Mr. Modi at 4.30p.m. and is likely to submit a memorandum detailing important issues, including financial matters and Karnatakas plan for a reservoir atMekedatu
Tamil Nadu unlikely to host World Chess Championships
Speaking to The Hindu here on Wednesday, a source from the TN Government said: The cost of the bid itself is 85 crore and add to that the other expenses, it will come to around 100 crore. The Government will not want to spend that much amount.
Suresh Gopi reviews BPCL pipeline project in western Tamil Nadu
The 1,732 crore pipeline project, now over 82% complete, is expected to enhance fuel supply efficiency across western Tamil Nadu and Karnataka while strengthening regional energy infrastructure and supporting long-term industrial growth
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay meets PM Modi in Delhi
Seeks Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) design and development centre and the Centre for Air Borne Systems facility in Tamil Nadu.
Makkal Kalvi Kootiyakkam demands overhaul of higher education in Tamil Nadu
The forum calls for a major financial boost, advocating that 10% of the State budget be allocated to higher education alongside direct funding to erase university deficits
Why is Jammu Kashmir and Tamil Nadu celebrating Bakrid a day earlier?
Srinagar: Eid-al-Azha (Bakrid), commemorating Prophet Ibrahims devotion and sacrifice, was celebrated across Kashmir and Tamil Nadu on Wednesday, May 27, with devotees gathering in large numbers at Eidgahs, mosques, and shrines in large numbers to offer prayers. Meanwhile, most other states across India will observe the festival on May 28. The difference in dates is Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
A Madras High Court judge refused to hear a case involving IPS officer A Arun, expressing anger over the prolonged wait faced by court staff to serve a summon. The judge insisted Arun be present until the case, concerning the detention of a real estate builder, is heard.
Vijay urges PM Narendra Modi to block Mekedatu dam project, seeks clarity on Tamil Thai Vazhthu
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to block Karnataka's Mekedatu dam project without the consent of downstream states, citing farmer anxieties. He also sought clarity on singing the state anthem at government functions and requested the establishment of a Centre for Airborne Systems.
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay meets PM Modi; expected to visit Amit Shah and Nirmala Sitharaman next
Former Tamil Nadu BJP chief K Annamalai publicly opposed the CBSE's revised three-language mandate, urging its withdrawal due to abrupt implementation. This move signals a calibrated political strategy to assert regional concerns and navigate the sensitive language issue in Tamil Nadu, potentially influencing the party's future leadership.
Supreme Court upholds Tamil Nadu, Karnataka laws on online gaming restrictions
The Supreme Court has affirmed states' authority to control and prohibit online gaming involving betting. This decision overturns earlier High Court rulings that had struck down state laws restricting online rummy and poker with stakes. The Court stated that even games of skill can be regulated if they impact public well-being.
Tamil Nadu BJP chief Nainar Nagenthran questions CM Vijay over power cuts across State
In a statement, Mr. Nagenthran said, What steps is the Chief Minister going to take to ensure Tamil Nadus self-reliance in power generation? He must transparently declare his stance on the matter in the Legislative Assembly.
50 years of Ilaiyaraaja: The heartbeat of Tamil Nadus mofussil buses
Why does every mofussil bus driver in Tamil Nadu inevitably gravitate towards Ilaiyaraajas music? We find out
AIADMK factions are moving towards reconciliation, signaling an end to internal rifts. Rebel MLAs have agreed to function under Edappadi K. Palaniswami's leadership, with both sides reportedly withdrawing complaints against each other. Leaders are expected to meet the speaker to formalize the unity.
Handloom, handicraft artisans earn 7,000 as monthly wages, finds study
The survey, covering Tamil Nadu and six other States, reflects the workforces financial vulnerability and raises critical concerns about future patterns of fair earnings and fair trade
Trishas Lucky Streak Gives Hope to Vishwambhara Fans?
. The film is reportedly on track to become the highest-grossing movie of Suriyas career, thanks largely to its phenomenal run in Tamil Nadu.
Tamil Nadu Sports Minister Aadhav Arjun Provides 10 Lakh Financial Aid to Chess Player Vaishali
Chennai, May 27: Tamil Nadus Sports Minister Aadhav Arjun has extended financial assistance of 10 lakh to chess player Vaishali for her participation in international chess tournaments. On Wednesday, Minister Aadhav Arjun presented a cheque to Vaishali at the Nehru Indoor Stadium. He emphasized the states commitment to supporting athletes in winning medals at international ... Read more Tamil Nadu Sports Minister Aadhav Arjun Provides 10 Lakh Financial Aid to Chess Player Vaishali
2 killed, 1 injured in illegal firecracker unit blast in Tamil Nadu's Kovilpatti
An accident in Tuticorin has claimed the lives of two workers, Malathi and Ayyappan, following a catastrophic explosion tied to the illicit production of firecrackers. The blast, which took place around 9pm in a small facility near Puliangulam, injured another worker severely as they mixed volatile chemicals.
CM Vijay chairs review meeting on safeguarding 69% reservation in Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay begins first official Delhi visit after assuming office
Chief Minister Vijay arrived at the Chennai Airport to board a special flight to the national capital, where he is scheduled to meet President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and several Union Ministers during the visit
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Tamil Nadu BJP chief K Annamalai has publicly opposed the Centre's three-language policy, urging the CBSE to retract its recent notification. He argues the May 15 directive contradicts earlier announcements, which slated the compulsory third language for Class IX students from the 2029-30 academic year. Annamalai contends the abrupt implementation will unduly burden students and negatively impact their learning.
Tamil Nadu CM C Joseph Vijay heads to New Delhi for first official meet with PM Modi
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay to Meet PM Modi, Discuss Key State Projects
New Delhi, May 27: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay is embarking on his first official trip to the capital after taking office. His schedule is packed with meetings, including discussions with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, several central ministers, and senior Congress leaders. This visit is seen as a reflection of the growing political ... Read more Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay to Meet PM Modi, Discuss Key State Projects
Vijay Delhi Visit Live Updates: Vijay assumed office as Chief Minister on May 10 after his party emerged as the single largest party in the Assembly elections. TVK had won 108 seats in the 234-member Assembly
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay to meet PM Modi on his maiden official visit to Delhi
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay will visit New Delhi on Wednesday to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Vijay will submit a memorandum outlining the state's demands. These include funding for welfare and infrastructure projects. Discussions will also cover developmental initiatives and the Mekedatu water dispute. Vijay is also expected to meet top Congress leaders.
Rift deepens in AIADMK as fourth rebel MLA resigns from Tamil Nadu Assembly
Subaya is the fourth MLA from the rebel C Ve Shanmugam-SP Velumani camp to have quit and said he did so in the interest of his constituency people
What Tamil Nadu CM Vijay really needs to see at Fort St. George
A closer look beyond the museum and St. Marys Church shows Fort St. George struggling under poor maintenance, fragmented ownership, and years of official neglect, raising urgent questions about how Tamil Nadu intends to protect the historic seat of its own government
'Karuppu' BO day 12: Suriya's film drops 24.6 percent
Suriya and Trisha's 'Karuppu' continues its strong theatrical run, crossing Rs 253.26 crore worldwide by Day 12. Despite a slight dip on its second Tuesday, the film garnered Rs 4.45 crore net in India. The Tamil version remains the primary driver of its success, with Tamil Nadu leading collections.
JK Tyre charts over Rs 4K cr capacity expansion in Chennai
CMBT police arrest 4 for robbery
Shut liquor shops near stations, says railway over stoning episodes
51st Meeting of Cauvery Water Management Authority Held in New Delhi
New Delhi, May 26: The 51st meeting of the Cauvery Water Management Authority took place on Tuesday in New Delhi, chaired by S.K. Halder. The Principal Secretary of the Tamil Nadu Water Resources Department, Dr. Satyabrata Sahu (IAS), participated via video conferencing from the Secretariat in Chennai. During the meeting, the Tamil Nadu representative reported ... Read more 51st Meeting of Cauvery Water Management Authority Held in New Delhi
Four Chennai colleges among the top five most preferred govt colleges in Tamil Nadu
Vaccinate pregnant woman for whooping cough to protect babies: Doctors
Ethiraj College grants free admission to daughters of two sanitation workers
Drug haul: Concerted ED raids in city locations
Kadapakkam Lake restoration to be completed in Sept.
A bird island and butterfly park in Kadapakkam Lake likely to be key attractions in the ecosystem restoration project
Didnt receive any memorandum from TN govt seeking relief for cyclone Ditwah: MoS Nityanand Rai
Tamil Nadu Minister Vanni Arasu Condemns Violence in Kunnam, Calls for Civil Politics
Madurai, May 27: The political climate in Tamil Nadu has intensified following the violence in Kunnam, located in the Perambalur district. Vanni Arasu, the Deputy General Secretary of the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) and the states Minister for Social Justice, condemned the incident, emphasizing that politics in the state should remain civil and democratic. Arasu ... Read more Tamil Nadu Minister Vanni Arasu Condemns Violence in Kunnam, Calls for Civil Politics
AIADMK crisis deepens as another MLA quits amid TVK defections
AIADMK faces another blow as MLA Esakki Subaya resigns. This follows three other AIADMK legislators who also resigned and joined the ruling TVK party. The party's strength in the Tamil Nadu assembly has significantly reduced. AIADMK leaders are urging the Speaker to reject these resignations. The situation highlights internal party divisions and shifts in political alliances.
NBWL directs Tamil Nadu to redraw Pulicat sanctuary boundary within a year
The committee emphasised that the sanctuarys boundaries should be confined to the lagoon area of the lake, which serves as a crucial habitat for flamingos and other key avifaunal species
Five persons held for vandalising parked cars and auto-rickshaws
The arrested were residents of Kodungaiyur
A Review on Protecting 69% Reservation
Attended by senior Ministers, officials and the advocate general Vijay Narayan, the meeting discussed the measures to be taken to maintain the 69 percent quota for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Most Backward Classes and Backward Classes, which is quintessential to Tamil Nadu.
Hill Station Heatwave: Ooty, Yercaud Temperatures Rise Amidst Climate Change Concerns
Hill stations are experiencing unprecedented heatwaves, with Ooty and Yercaud recording significantly higher temperatures. Global warming, erratic rainfall, and a surge in tourism are straining these fragile ecosystems. Rising temperatures are altering ecosystems, accelerating pest cycles, and leading to severe traffic congestion and pollution from vehicular emissions.
CM Vijay Leaving for Delhi Today
Vijay is also scheduled to unveil a statue of Tamil poet-saint Thiruvalluvar installed inside the Jawaharlal Nehru University premises by the Tamil Nadu Government.
Tamil Nadu Requests 9.91 TMC Water Release at 51st Cauvery Water Management Authority Meeting
New Delhi, May 26: The 51st meeting of the Cauvery Water Management Authority (CWMA) was held on Tuesday in New Delhi. The meeting was chaired by Authority Chairman S.K. Halder. Dr. Satyabrata Sahu, Principal Secretary of the Tamil Nadu Water Resources Department and a member of the Authority, participated via video conferencing from the Secretariat ... Read more Tamil Nadu Requests 9.91 TMC Water Release at 51st Cauvery Water Management Authority Meeting
Tamil Nadu Government Appoints 17 Temporary Lawyers for Representation in Madras High Court
Chennai, May 26: The Tamil Nadu government has appointed 17 temporary lawyers to represent the state in civil matters. These lawyers will advocate for the Tamil Nadu government in the Madras High Court and its Madurai bench. According to official sources, these appointments will remain effective until regular legal officers are appointed under the Madras ... Read more Tamil Nadu Government Appoints 17 Temporary Lawyers for Representation in Madras High Court
AIADMK faces internal turmoil as Hosur MLA P Balakrishna Reddy backs Edappadi K Palaniswami, signaling a potential truce. This follows multiple rebel MLAs submitting apology letters to avoid disqualification after voting against party lines. The party's strength in the Assembly has dwindled due to recent resignations, intensifying a 'horse-trading' row.
