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Sholinganallur residents meet the candidates
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With a sizeable farming community, residents of Chengalpattu constituency call for water management projects; they demand that the authorities clean Kolavai Lake and complete a sewer line work; since the district has no minister, residents are unable to take up local issues with those in power
Engineer accused of inciting Noida protesters held at Tamil Nadu railway station
Noida police and STF have arrested Aditya Anand, the alleged mastermind behind the April 13 labour protest violence, in Tamil Nadu. Anand, a BTech graduate and former software engineer, was tracked through electronic surveillance and intelligence. He is accused of orchestrating the unrest and escalating the protest into vandalism.
There is recognition and affection for Thalapathy [C. Joseph Vijay] and people are clearly looking for a change, and so, a 100% victory is certain, he said.
This industrial hub stands as one of the key drivers of Tamil Nadus economic engine. But, from traffic congestion, inadequate public transport, deficiencies in access to basic amenities, and pollution, the gaps in infrastructure are far too many.
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Congress, allies committed sin of foeticide by killing quota bill: PM Modi
New Delhi, Apr 18:Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday warned the Congress and its allies that the women of India will severely punish them for the sin of foeticide after they killed a bill on womens reservation in Parliament and state assemblies. In an address to the nation, Modi apologised to the women, and said the government may have lost the vote but it will never give up its efforts to empower women. We may not have got the necessary 66 per cent votes for the passage of the bill yesterday, but we have got 100 per cent blessings of Nari Shakti, Modi said in an address to the nation, a day after a bill to implement 33 per cent womens reservation in legislatures in 2029 was defeated in the Lok Sabha. He said the opposition parties have mercilessly crushed the dream of women by not allowing the bill to pass in Parliament despite the governments best efforts. I seek forgiveness from all women of the country, he said, while asserting that his government will remove all obstacles in the way of implementing womens reservation and for their empowerment. Modi, in his 30-minute speech, alleged that the self-serving politics of parties like the Congress, DMK, TMC and the Samajwadi Party has come at the expense of the nations women. The prime minister said the opposition parties, which have opposed the Nari Shakti Vandan Amendment in Parliament, are taking women power for granted. Today, every citizen of India is witnessing how the march of Indias women has been halted. The dreams of the countrys women have been mercilessly crushed, and despite our utmost efforts, we could not succeed, he said. Modi said Indias women saw how parties like Congress, TMC and DMK celebrated their selfish politics against the countrys women power.They have been unmasked, he claimed. The Congress and its allies have committed foeticide of the honest effort in front of the entire country in the House. Parties like the Congress, DMK, TMC and the SP are guilty of this foeticide. They are criminals against the countrys Constitution, criminals against the countrys feminine power. The Congress hates the issue of womens reservation itself, he alleged. The Prime Minister said the Congress has often fuelled divisive narratives in the country and has spread the claim that delimitation would harm certain states. However, he said, the government made it clear from the very beginning that no states share would be reduced and that the seats would increase proportionately. Even then, Congress, along with the DMK, TMC and the SP, refused to accept this, he said. Modi said the Congress has always spread falsehoods about necessary reforms and delayed every such decision while it ruled. Every single challenge our country faces today is due to the negative approach of the Congress party over the years. Women of our country will give a befitting reply to Congress and its allies, he said. The Prime Minister said a key reason behind the opposition to the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhinyam is the fear among dynasty-driven parties that if women are truly empowered, their leadership structures could be challenged. He said they do not want women outside their own families to rise and lead. Modi said the DMK had the opportunity to enable more people from Tamil Nadu to become Members of Parliament and strengthen the states voice, but it let that opportunity slip. He said the TMC too had the chance to empower more people from West Bengal and elevate their representation, but it also failed to seize it. The Nari Shakti Vandan Amendment is the need of the hour. It was an effort to ensure balanced empowerment across all regions, including north, south, east and west. It aimed to strengthen the voice of every state in Parliament, whether big or small, by increasing representation proportionately. But this sincere effort was crushed by Congress and its allies, he said. The Prime Minister said the opposition parties are forgetting that the women of the 21st century are keeping an eye on every event in the country, they are sensing the intentions of the opposition and are fully aware of the truth as well. Therefore, he said, the sin that the opposition has committed by opposing womens reservation will surely earn them punishment. A woman forgets everything, but she never forgets her insult. Therefore, the bitterness of the behaviour of Congress and its allies in Parliament will always remain in the heart of every woman. Those parties that opposed the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam in Parliament are taking women power for granted, he said. Modi said the family-based parties like the Congress, DMK, TMC, and the SP were clapping gleefully and were thumping their desks after snatching away womens rights. What they did was not just a thump on the table; it was a blow to the dignity of women, to her self-respect, he said. The Prime Minister said the Congress has lost its base in most parts of the country and is surviving by riding on the support of regional parties, yet it does not want these regional forces to grow stronger. By opposing this amendment, the Congress has attempted to push the future of many regional parties into uncertainty through political manoeuvring, he said, adding, I want to tell all parties who oppose this bill in clear terms that they are taking womens power for granted. Modi said this amendment, pending for 40 years, was about giving them that right starting from the 2029 Lok Sabha elections. The bill was a grand yajna to provide new opportunities to the women of 21st-century India, to give her new wings, and to remove the obstacles in her path. It was a sacred festival performed with pure intent and honesty to grant rights to the countrys 50 per cent-- that is, half the population, he said. The Prime Minister said by opposing this bill, the Congress has shown itself to be an anti-reform party. This is the same Congress that opposed Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana, Aadhaar, and digital payments as well as the Goods and Services Tax, he said. The Congress opposed reservation for economically weaker sections, the abrogation of Article 370, and the abolition of Triple Talaq. It continues to oppose the Uniform Civil Code, he said. Modi said this is not just a fight over one law, but a larger battle against the Congresss anti-reform mindset, driven by negativity. I have no doubt that the daughters of this country will give a strong answer to this thinking. I said in Parliament, give half the population their rightful share, and I would credit the opposition for it. Yet those who view women through a regressive lens remained stuck in their position and refused to move beyond it, he said. The Prime Minister said he knows that the mothers, sisters, daughters of the country are grieving today. I too am grieving with you. But our effort will not stop, our effort will not falter, our inner strength is invincible. More opportunities will come our way. We must fulfil this resolve for the dreams of half of the population, for the future of the country, he said.
Election Commission Issues Media Coverage Guidelines for Bengal and Tamil Nadu Voting
New Delhi, April 19: Ahead of the assembly elections scheduled for April 23 in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu, the Election Commission has clarified that access for media personnel at polling stations will be strictly controlled by the presiding officers. In a statement, the Commission emphasized that any misuse of authorization letters is strictly prohibited. ... Read more Election Commission Issues Media Coverage Guidelines for Bengal and Tamil Nadu Voting
Tiruvallur District: Rapid Growth, Basic Infrastructure Still Lagging
Chennai Poll Canvas is an election special programme from The Hindu, offering a comprehensive constituency roundup from in and around Chennai for the Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026.
Justice Oka said environmental degradation had a direct nexus with the social justice guaranteed to citizens by the Constitution.
Congress has always partnered with brother Stalin in Tamil Nadu: Rahul
Tamil Nadu polls: AIADMKs D Jayakumar eyes comeback in Royapuram after DMK wrested seat in 2021
Key Figure in Labor Protests, Aditya Anand, Arrested in Noida
Noida, April 18: The Noida police have achieved a significant breakthrough in the case concerning the labor protests. Aditya Anand, the main accused, was apprehended by a joint team of Noida police and the STF in Tamil Nadu. He had been on the run since the incident, and law enforcement had been actively pursuing his ... Read more Key Figure in Labor Protests, Aditya Anand, Arrested in Noida
Tamil Nadu women will not forgive Stalin for this historic betrayal: Anbumani
In a statement that drew sharp parallels between the chief minister and historical dictators, Anbumani alleged that DMKs opposition to the Constitution Amendment Bill stems from a deep rooted anti-women and anti-social justice mindset.
Alandurlacks basic amenities such as piped drinking water supply and underground drainagein some areas; sources in theDMKcontend that the government has improved civic infrastructure
Thalaivar Stalins efforts helped defeat Delimitation Bill in Lok Sabha: Udhayanidhi
While campaigning for DMK alliance candidates in Erode, Salem and Namakkal districts, Udhayanidhi said the party had helped defeat the Bill and resisted attempts to reduce the strength of Tamil Nadu in parliament.
Noble effort derailed, DMK, Cong made it target of hatred: PM Modi on womens reservation bill
COIMBATORE (TAMIL NADU): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said his governments womens reservation bill was a noble effort that got derailed due to the DMK and Congress which made it a target of hatred and petty politics. Especially targeting the ruling DMK in Tamil Nadu and the Congress over the amendment bill being defeated []
Noble Effort Derailed Due To Opposition's Petty Politics: PM On Women's Bill
PM Modi also attacked DMK for its staunch opposition to the delimitation exercise, saying the number of Lok Sabha seats in Tamil Nadu would have increased, but the ruling party blocked the central government's move.
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JUST SPAMMING | Unlimited Advantage In Delimitation Bid
What the BJP or its allies in Tamil Nadu, particularly the AIADMK, did not take into account was the fact that they were handing out an opportunity to the DMK and its allies to evoke the North vs South sentiment that actually first catapulted the DMK to power in the State
Congress exposed ulterior motive behind womens reservation Bill, says CWC leader Gidugu Rudra Raju
NDAs attempt to gain political mileage ahead of the elections in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal has been successfully thwarted by the Opposition, he says
LIVE : PM Narendra Modi addresses public meeting in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Piyush Goyal calls Stalin a liar, accuses him of spreading false narrative
The Union Commerce Minister terms the INDIA bloc constituents anti-women for defeating the Constitution Amendment Bill and alleges that corruption has become rampant in DMK-ruled Tamil Nadu
Teachers cacation turns fatal: 8 killed in Valparai hairpin bend crash
Eight teachers and school staff from Malappuram were killed after their van plunged down the Valparai ghat road in Tamil Nadu. The tragic accident has left the school community in shock.
Opinion: Opinion: Seats In South And West That Hold Key To Tamil Nadu
The DMK had a full sweep in Chennai and peaked in the north and central districts and the south in 2021
Residents flag civic neglect acrossPallavarambelt
At a pre-election public forum, citizens of Chromepet, Pallavaram and Pammal call out laxity in management of waterbodies, recurrent sewage-related issues and the lack of a robust civic infrastructure
PM Modi is controlled by Donald Trump, wants to do the same in TN: Rahul Gandhi
Rahul Gandhi alleged Prime Minister Narendra Modi is controlled by US President Donald Trump, citing the India-US deal as evidence of selling out the country. Gandhi further claimed Modi desires the AIADMK to win in Tamil Nadu to exert control over the state's Chief Minister.
Rahul Gandhi Vows to Protect Tamil Language and Culture from BJP-RSS Influence
Tiruvallur, April 18: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi is campaigning in Tamil Nadu for the upcoming assembly elections. While addressing a rally in Ponneri, located in Tiruvallur district, he launched a strong attack on the BJP. He asserted that the BJP and RSS will not be allowed to harm Tamil language or culture. During his speech, ... Read more Rahul Gandhi Vows to Protect Tamil Language and Culture from BJP-RSS Influence
Tamil Nadu polls: Flying squad seizes saris meant for voter gifts in Tiruchengodu
Election officials in Namakkal district intercepted a large cardboard box containing 100 new saris, reportedly intended for voter distribution. The seizure occurred in Tiruchengodu after a tip-off, leading to DMK members abandoning the goods and fleeing. Police have registered a case against a local DMK ward member as investigations continue into the alleged gift distribution.
PM, Shah Lied To Nation On Womens Bill, Tried Replicating Assam, JK Model, Alleges Rahul In TN
Ranipet (Tamil Nadu), Apr 18: Congress top leader Rahul Gandhi on Saturday alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah lied to the nation claiming they were attempting to pass a bill for womens quota. However, hidden behind such a claim was a diabolic idea of bid to change the nations electoral map and weaken states. What was attempted was an anti-national act and it was against the union of states, he alleged. The BJP-led government [] The post PM, Shah Lied To Nation On Womens Bill, Tried Replicating Assam, JK Model, Alleges Rahul In TN appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Former Tamil Nadu CM Palaniswami seeks reelection for sixth time from Edappadi
AIADMK veteran K Palaniswami is seeking his sixth term from Edappadi. He faces DMK's C Kasi and Naam Tamilar Katchi's Priyadarshini. Palaniswami, a former Chief Minister, has transformed the constituency. He criticizes the DMK's dynastic rule and corruption. Voting is on April 23, with results on May 4. The Edappadi electorate numbers 2,74,054.
Tamil Nadu BJP chief Nainar Nagendran announced Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming visit to Coimbatore for election campaigning. Nagendran criticized the ruling DMK and Congress alliance, alleging confusion and lack of support from national Congress leaders. He also accused the state government of misrepresenting central welfare schemes and opposing women's reservation.
Union Minister Piyush Goyal alleged corruption and family rule under the DMK government in Tamil Nadu, citing bribery for government jobs and criticizing dynastic politics. He expressed confidence that the NDA alliance would form the next government in the state, highlighting the people's rejection of the DMK's alleged misgovernance and corruption.
Postpone delimitation of constituencies for another 25 years: MK Stalin
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin expressed joy as the opposition successfully blocked the delimitation bill in Parliament. He credited the INDIA bloc MPs and women for this victory. Stalin highlighted the planned campaign and protests that built momentum. He stated this marks the beginning of opposition unity and a setback for the BJP government.
AIADMK being eaten up from within by BJP: Rahul Gandhi ahead of Tamil Nadu polls
Rahul Gandhi attacked the BJP and AIADMK in Tamil Nadu, alleging the latter has been taken over by the BJP. He defended Tamil language and culture, stating he feels personally connected to the state's struggles against the RSS and BJP. Gandhi also criticized the BJP's economic policies and legislative tactics.
Tamil Nadu Faces Record Electricity Demand Amid Scorching Heat
Chennai, April 18: Tamil Nadu is experiencing an unprecedented surge in electricity demand due to extreme heat, reaching a record high of 20,974 megawatts. Several regions in the state have recorded temperatures 2-3 degrees Celsius above normal, significantly impacting the power grid. This electricity consumption exceeds last years figures. Daily energy usage has also hit ... Read more Tamil Nadu Faces Record Electricity Demand Amid Scorching Heat
Tamil Nadu election: Palaniswami accuses Sengottaiyan of being a DMK spy
Taking a dig at the former Minister in his home turf, from where he was elected eight times as an AIADMK candidate, Mr. Palaniswami alleged that the MLA had treated the people of the constituency like slaves and owed his electoral success to party functionaries and cadre, rather than personal merit
Ahead of the Tamil Nadu elections, Rahul Gandhi criticized the AIADMK-BJP alliance, calling the AIADMK a mere mask for the BJP. He stated that the AIADMK, once a defender of Tamil Nadu's people, has become a hollow shell, allegedly 'eaten up' from within by Prime Minister Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah.
Heat and Humidity to Cause Discomfort in Coastal Tamil Nadu, Light Rain Expected in Western Ghats
Chennai, April 18: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning regarding the combination of high temperatures and elevated humidity levels, which may lead to discomfort in coastal regions of Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal over the next few days. Light rain is also anticipated in the Western Ghats. According to the regional meteorological ... Read more Heat and Humidity to Cause Discomfort in Coastal Tamil Nadu, Light Rain Expected in Western Ghats
Udhayanidhi Stalin alleges BJP fund squeeze on Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin criticized the central government for withholding funds and infringing on state rights. He outlined the DMK's future welfare plans, including doubling financial assistance for women and extending the breakfast scheme. Free laptops for college students and appliance coupons for women were also mentioned. Elections are scheduled for April 23.
How Vijay's Young Fans Are Nudging Votes For TVK In Tamil Nadu Polls
Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026: Vijay's campaign slogans over the last few months have become a superhit among children.
Tragic Road Accident in Tamil Nadu Claims Nine Lives, Condolences from Modi and Kharge
New Delhi, April 18: A devastating road accident occurred late Friday night in Valparai, Tamil Nadu. A mini traveler van carrying a group of tourists from Malappuram district, Kerala, crashed at the 13th hairpin bend on the Pollachi-Valparai Ghat Road. The incident resulted in the deaths of nine individuals, with several others injured. Prime Minister ... Read more Tragic Road Accident in Tamil Nadu Claims Nine Lives, Condolences from Modi and Kharge
Fire ignited by Stalin scorched Delhi's arrogance, severe blow to Modi, claims Tamil Nadu CM
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin declared a victory against the delimitation bill in Parliament. He stated this defeat has humbled Delhi's arrogance and significantly impacted the BJP and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Stalin predicted further electoral successes for his alliance in the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections on April 23.
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ET Graphics: Bengal picture abhi bhi baaki hai; SIRs changing playbook
India's Election Commission is revising voter lists, removing over 5.98 crore names. The process, starting in Bihar, has changed significantly. Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala are now undergoing revisions. West Bengal's revision faced legal challenges, leading to mass deletions and judicial oversight. The exercise aims to ensure accurate voter rolls.
Rahul, Stalin unlikely to share stage during poll campaign on Saturday
This victory is just a trailer: MK Stalin after 131st Amendment Bill failed to pass Lok Sabha
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin celebrated the defeat of the Women's Reservation Amendment Bill in the Lok Sabha. He declared this a victory against Tamil Nadu and a preview of the upcoming state assembly elections. Stalin predicted a significant win for his party, DMK, in the 2026 polls. Opposition parties had also raised concerns about the bill's implementation timeline.
Stalin Praises Unity of India Alliance, Thanks Leaders for Opposing Delimitation Bill
Chennai, April 17: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin expressed appreciation for the unity among opposition parties under the India alliance on Friday. He thanked the leaders for their collective opposition to the central governments proposed delimitation bill. In a post on social media, Stalin specifically acknowledged opposition leader Rahul Gandhi for raising the issue ... Read more Stalin Praises Unity of India Alliance, Thanks Leaders for Opposing Delimitation Bill
When a star madean impact on the poll outcome inTamil Nadu
On delimitation, the Union Minister for Home Affairs has clarified that not only Tamil Nadu but other States also will not be affected.I have also reiterated it. Tamil Nadus share will go up from 7.18% to 7.23%. This has disproved what Mr. Stalin has been saying: EdapaddiK.Palaniswami
Temple, worship too are relaxation; promote mental health: Madras high court
The court then imposed Rs 1 lakh cost on a petitioner, Jesudass Cornelius, who wanted a direction to the Tiruvallur district collector to maintain the land earmarked for public purposes in Veeraraghavan village, Thiruverkadu, as a park and playground. The judge imposed the cost, terming the petition as one filed with mala fide intent to trigger communal tension.
9 Tourists Killed As Van Falls In Gorge In Tamil Nadu, PM Condoles Deaths
The van carrying 13 people from Kerala's Malappuram district lost control while descending the Valparai-Pollachi hill road.
When Vijay came knocking on voters doors in Perambur
The campaign was held at Jawahar Street in Bharathi Nagar, located next to the partys election office.
Tragic Road Accident in Valparai Claims Nine Lives
Mumbai, April 17: A tragic incident occurred on Friday in Valparai, Tamil Nadu, involving a group of tourists from Malappuram, Kerala. The accident resulted in the deaths of nine individuals and left several others injured. The victims were part of a group of teachers and their families from Perinthalmanna, who had embarked on a holiday ... Read more Tragic Road Accident in Valparai Claims Nine Lives
Chennai Poll Canvas: Chengalpattu | Rapid growth, uneven development
Chennai Poll Canvas is an election special programme from The Hindu, offering a comprehensive constituency roundup from in and around Chennai for the Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026.
'This victory is just a trailer': Stalin reacts to Constitution Amendment Bill's defeat in Lok Sabha
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin celebrated the defeat of the Constitution Amendment Bill in the Lok Sabha, calling it a victory for the state. He stated that Tamil Nadu fought for fairness in the delimitation process, not against it, and vowed to continue standing united against challenges to the state's rights and federal spirit.
Anbumani didnt visit me when I was hospitalised in Chennai: Ramadoss
Ramadoss fainted during a campaign in Salem on Sunday (April 12) and was admitted to Apollo Hospitals. He was discharged on Thursday.
AIADMK chief Palaniswami assures drug free TN if voted to power
Salem: AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami on Friday, April 17, assured a drug free Tamil Nadu if his party comes to power in the upcoming Assembly elections. During a poll campaign at Sangagiri here, he said, Students are addicted to drug abuse and time has come to put an end to it. Once the 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 .
Tamil Nadu defeats Delhi: Stalin after Constitution Amendment Bills defeat in Lok Sabha
Mr. Stalin said: On April 23, we will defeat Delhis arrogance, together with slaves who support that arrogance.
Cant give you the country: Prakash Raj slams Vijays political entry
Prakash Raj criticised Vijays cinema model of politics ahead of Tamil Nadu elections, saying star power doesnt equal leadership, adding, I can whistle for you but cant give you the country.
A vote for Udhayanidhi is a vote for Tamil Nadu, says Kamal Haasan
When it comes to Tamil Nadus sports ecosystem, one only thinks of Udhayanidhi, and it is our responsibility to make him win, he told supporters
Withdraw Delimitation Bill: Stalin
If, in the arrogance of their numerical strength, they push it through despite our opposition, they will have to face the consequences in Tamil Nadu: Stalin
TNNLU students protest after VC says women wearing shorts invites sexual harassment
Tiruchirappalli: Students of the Tamil Nadu National Law University (TNNLU) in Tiruchirappalli took strong exception to the advice given by the Vice Chancellor that sought to link women wearing shorts to inviting sexual harassment, prompting an overnight protest and demanding an apology from him. A source at the TNNLU termed VC V Nagarajs remark as 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 .
I have no experience in falling at someones feet to gain power: Udhayanidhi Stalin
Udhayanidhi made this attack on former chief minister and AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami while campaigning for DMK candidate K V K Sabari Karthikeyan in Kinathukadavu constituency in Coimbatore.
Delimitation bill will be defeated in Parliament: Cong leader Chidambaram
SIVAGANGA (TAMIL NADU): Senior Congress leader P Chidambaram on Friday asserted that the proposed delimitation bill will be defeated in Parliament. Addressing reporters here, he said, Sonia Gandhi, Mamata Banerjee, M K Stalin, and Akhilesh Yadav will ensure its defeat, and added that the bill cannot be passed if all opposition leaders unite. Describing the []
Over 865 Crore Seized During Elections in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal
New Delhi, April 17: Enforcement agencies have seized over 865 crore worth of materials during the ongoing assembly elections and by-elections in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal. The Election Commission of India announced the election schedule for Assam, Kerala, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal on March 15, 2026. The Commission has issued strict directives ... Read more Over 865 Crore Seized During Elections in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal
Tamil Nadu Cabinet reshuffle: Senthilbalaji, three others sworn-in as Ministers
DMK legislators R. Rajendran, Govi. Chezhiaan and S.M. Nasar too were sworn-in as Ministers of the Tamil Nadu Cabinet.
Tamil Nadu election 2026: Voters urged to keep conscience and palms clean
InTambaramandThiruneermalai, resident associations and activist groups run campaigns to prevent voters from accepting cash for votes
Caste calculus at play: How Tamil Nadus key communities could shape the electoral battle
Tamil Nadu elections are shaped by dominant caste blocs, including Vanniyars in the north, Gounders in the west, and Thevars in the south. Dalit and Nadar communities also hold significant sway in key pockets, influencing alliances and candidate selections across the state.
They want the govt. to hold regular meetings to resolve issues such as poor waste management, faulty road re-laying methods, traffic violations, lack of public safety and coordination among civic authorities. They demand improved underground sewerage system and protection of waterbodies
Anbumani slams T.N. CM Stalin over false fear on delimitation
Dr. Anbumani welcomed assurances given by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah that Tamil Nadus Lok Sabha constituencies will not be reduced
BJP, opposition spar over Womens Reservation Act; delay in notification sparks row
New Delhi, Apr 17: The BJP and opposition parties on Friday accused each other of playing politics over the implementation of the Womens Reservation Act, with the ruling party backing the move as a historic step, while the opposition said the government was sleeping over issuing a notification over the law. Opposition parties also alleged that the government is using the womens reservation to push an unconstitutional delimitation exercise. The Womens Reservation Act, 2023, which provides for a 33 per cent quota for women in legislatures, was brought into force on Thursday to operationalise amendments currently being discussed in Parliament. An official explained that bringing the law into force was essential as its proposed amendment will not have come into effect without that. The constitution amendment Bill became a law but did not become part of the Constitution as the government did not bring it into force. If a law does not come into force, how can its proposed amendment be implemented. Hence it was brought into force with effect from April 16, the official explained. The 2023 act was notified with effect from April 16 in the midst of the debate in Parliament to amend the same law for its implementation in 2029. The three Bills the Constitution (One Hundred and Thirty-First Amendment) Bill, 2026, the Delimitation Bill, 2026, and the Union Territories Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026 are being debated in the Lok Sabha to enable implementation of the quota by 2029. BJP MP Dinesh Sharma hit out at the opposition, alleging its resistance is politically driven. The opposition has only one agenda -- opposition for the sake of it. The intent is only to oppose Prime Minister Narendra Modi, he told reporters in Parliament House complex. As far as delimitation is concerned, it can be passed by a simple majority. It is not a constitutional amendment of the kind being projected. The opposition is free to express its views, but on womens reservation, they should support it, he said. BJP MP Shashank Mani Tripathi defended the governments move, rejecting allegations of delay or political motive. The arguments about delay by the opposition or some southern states are completely wrong, he said. Due to reasons such as the Census, it cannot be implemented immediately. A proper mechanism has been worked out for implementation by 2029. There is no politics in this, Tripathi added. BJP MP Maya Naroliya termed the move a historic moment and credited Prime Minister Modi for giving women their due rights. Quoting the prime minister, she added, Those who did not support the fight for womens rights will not be forgiven by women. Congress MP K C Venugopal raised the delay in issuing the notification, calling it an evidence of the governments lack of sincerity. The Womens Reservation Bill was passed with consensus in 2023, but it was notified only Thursday night. They talk about womens empowerment, but a constitutional amendment passed in 2023 was brought into force only now. What technicality is this? Venugopal said. At least when you move an amendment, it is the duty of the government to ensure proper notification. On which legislation are you moving the amendment? he asked. He demanded wider consultations on the other bills under discussion and sought their withdrawal. Withdraw the bills, call an all-party meeting and arrive at a consensus. We are ready to support one-third reservation within the existing 543 seats, he said. Questioning government assurances in Parliament, he added, We have seen such assurances in the past as well. They are made on the floor of the House, but are not reflected in law. That is why we are asking if the government is serious, why dont you put it in the legislation? Congress MP Hibi Eden said the party supports the law but opposes linking it with delimitation. We supported the government unanimously in 2023. But we are not supporting the delimitation process being coupled with it.This is a blatant attack on the Constitution. Why this urgency now? Eden asked. JMM MP Mahua Maji too questioned the timing of the move. Why this special session now? The bill was passed unanimously in 2023 and everyone supported it. This looks like a political stunt. Elections are underway in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal, and many leaders are engaged in campaigning. In such a situation, why this sudden urgency? Maji asked. CPI MP P Sandosh Kumar alleged that the government was misusing the issue. We support womens reservation, but why is it being used to hamper the interests of southern states? he said. When the basis of delimitation is the Census, and that process is yet to be completed, why is the government pushing it in this manner? Why is it creating a divide between northern and southern states? Kumar asked. TMC leader Kirti Azad also criticised the governments approach, alleging that it does not seem to know what it is doing. The bill was passed in 2023 with provisions for Census and delimitation. How can seat allocation be decided without following that process? What they say today, they contradict tomorrow. Such an important constitutional exercise cannot be handled in this manner, Azad added.
Tamil Nadu election 2026: Spat between Centre and State takes a toll on quality of higher education
A total of 16 universities inT.N. continue to suffer without institutional heads, even as the hearing on a bill on giving power to the State Government to appoint V-Cs is on before the High Court
