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"NDA will bring back 'Amma's good governance' in Tamil Nadu": Piyush Goyal

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 31, 2026 7:22:46 PM IST

Union Minister and Tamil Nadu BJP Election Incharge Piyush Goyal on Tuesday criticised the DMK-Congress alliance, labelling them as "corrupt" and responsible for poor law and order. ... read..

"False complaint filed at DMK's Instigation": TVK candidate Prakash denies sexual harassment charges

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 31, 2026 5:22:28 PM IST

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leader and candidate from Poonamallee Assembly constituency Prakash called the sexual harassment complaint filed against "false", stating that the woman was instigated by the members of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK). ... read..

"EPS will be crowned as Tamil Nadu's CM, People are sick, tired of Stalin's rhetoric of achievements," AIADMK's Kovai Sathyan

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 31, 2026 3:52:04 PM IST

AIADMK spokesperson Kovai Sathyan exuded confidence about his party's prospects ahead of the upcoming Tamil Nadu assembly elections. Sathyan accused the DMK of failing to deliver on its promises and said voters are ready for a change. ... read..

Political focus of our manifesto is to defeat BJP: CPI leader Vahida Nizam on Tamil Nadu polls

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 31, 2026 2:56:13 PM IST

CPI leader Vahida Nizam on Tuesday announced the release of the party's election manifesto, stating that it addresses the needs of a broad cross-section of society, including farmers, youth, students, women, transgender persons, and specially abled indivi ... read..

"Stalin doesn't want leaders to campaign in Kolathur": TVK Gen Secy Aadhav Arjuna slams DMK over case against Vijay

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 31, 2026 11:21:32 AM IST

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) general secretary Aadhav Arjuna on Tuesday slammed the ruling DMK after a Model Code of Conduct violation case was filed against Vijay. ... read..

"Receiving huge response": TVK's Aadhav Arjuna begins election campaign for Tamil Nadu polls

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 31, 2026 10:51:40 AM IST

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) General Secretary Aadhav Arjuna on Tuesday held a door-to-door campaign in Chennai, ahead of the upcoming assembly elections. ... read..

Tamil Nadu: Bannari Amman Temple Kundam festival sees massive turnout; 500+ police deployed

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 31, 2026 10:21:42 AM IST

The annual Bannari Amman Temple Kundam (firewalk) festival was held early this morning in Bannari near Sathyamangalam in Erode district, drawing a large number of devotees from across the region. ... read..

Tamil Nadu polls: Case filed against TVK chief Vijay for alleged Model Code of Conduct violation

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 31, 2026 9:51:35 AM IST

A case has been registered against Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay for alleged violation of the Model Code of Conduct at Peravallur Police Station in Perambur, Chennai. ... read..

TVK chief Vijay files nomination from Perambur for Tamil Nadu polls, conducts roadshow

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 30, 2026 8:51:35 PM IST

TVK chief and actor Vijay on Monday filed nominations from Perambur constituency for the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. ... read..

Normal for any actor to draw crowds: DMK's TKS Elangovan downplays TVK chief Vijay's star power

Chennai, Tamil Nadu | March 30, 2026 7:52:20 PM IST

Ahead of the assembly elections in Tamil Nadu, DMK Spokesperson, TKS Elangovan, on Monday downplayed Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) President Vijay's star power and said it is normal for actors to draw crowds. ... read..

Industrial investments must flow through MSMEs to benefit common citizens: Industrialist Suresh Samantham

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 30, 2026 7:52:09 PM IST

Large industrial investments need to be complemented by strong growth in the MSME sector to ensure that economic gains reach common citizens, industrialist and DMK manifesto committee member Suresh Samantham told ANI, highlighting the importance of linkin ... read..

Tamil Nadu Assembly polls: TVK chief Vijay files nomination from Perambur, Trichy East

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 30, 2026 1:51:40 PM IST

With Tamil Nadu Assembly elections nearing closer, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) President Vijay on Monday filed his nomination from the Perambur and Trichy East constituencies. ... read..

TVK General Secy Aadhav Arjuna files nomination for Tamil Nadu polls

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 30, 2026 1:51:38 PM IST

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam's (TVK) General Secretary of Election Campaign Management, Aadhav Arjuna, on Monday filed his nomination as a candidate from Villivakkam assembly constituency for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. ... read..

"Victory margin will be very big this time," says Tamil Nadu CM Stalin; files nomination from Kolathur constituency

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 30, 2026 1:21:47 PM IST

As Tamil Nadu Assembly elections near, Chief Minister MK Stalin filed his nomination from the Kolathur constituency on Monday. ... read..

PMK announces final list of candidates for Tamil Nadu Assembly polls

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 30, 2026 12:51:46 PM IST

Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) president Anbumani Ramadoss on Monday announced the final list of PMK candidates for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. ... read..

"DMK is going to be voted back to governance": Kanimozhi confident of party returning to power in Tamil Nadu

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 30, 2026 12:51:41 PM IST

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) MP Kanimozhi Karunanidhi on Monday expressed confidence that the DMK will be voted back to power in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, citing public trust in the party's governance and manifesto over the past five years. ... read..

DMK MP Kanimozhi says 'Party fulfilled 404 of 505 election promises made in last Assembly polls'

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 30, 2026 11:51:33 AM IST

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) MP Kanimozhi Karunanidhi on Monday stated that the party had successfully fulfilled 404 out of the 505 promises made during the last Assembly elections, while also introducing several welfare schemes that were not originall ... read..

"This time also, our manifesto is going to be the superstar": Thiruverumbur DMK candidate Poyyamozhi hails DMK manifesto

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 30, 2026 11:21:42 AM IST

Tamil Nadu Minister and DMK candidate from Thiruverumbur, Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi, on Monday termed the party's election manifesto for the upcoming Assembly polls as a "superstar" roadmap for the state and stated that it.reflects the government's commitme ... read..

DMK MP Tiruchi Siva praises party's manifesto for Tamil Nadu polls, says "It focuses on middle and lower middle class"

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 29, 2026 8:51:29 PM IST

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam MP Tiruchi Siva on Sunday praised the party's manifesto for upcoming Tamil Nadu polls, saying that it focuses on the middle and lower middle class. ... read..

Schemes like laptops for students are not freebies but investment for future: DMK MP Kanimozhi

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 29, 2026 8:21:54 PM IST

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) MP Kanimozhi on Sunday emphasised that schemes like laptops for students aren't 'freebies' but investments in their future. ... read..

DMK's manifesto has always been a "hero", this time it's "superstar": Tamil Nadu CM Stalin

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 29, 2026 7:51:30 PM IST

Calling the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam's (DMK) manifesto for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections a "superstar," Chief Minister and party president MK Stalin on Sunday announced a slew of welfare measures with a focus on women, families, youth, and farme ... read..

CM Stalin unveils DMK manifesto for Tamil Nadu polls, says "will form government again"

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 29, 2026 7:21:56 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) supremo MK Stalin on Sunday unveiled the party's manifesto for the upcoming state assembly elections, announcing key welfare measures including the expansion of the breakfast scheme and enhance ... read..

"TVK to lose deposit in Perambur, Trichy East a fortress of DMK": MP Kalanidhi Veeraswamy on Vijay contesting Tamil Nadu polls

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 29, 2026 2:51:42 PM IST

DMK MP Kalanidhi Veeraswamy from North Chennai on Sunday claimed that Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay will lose his deposit on contesting elections from the Perambur seat, and termed Trichy East as a "fortress for DMK". ... read..

DMK leader Saravanan Annadurai questions BJP over speculation of Union MoS L Murugan contesting Tamil Nadu polls

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 29, 2026 1:22:12 PM IST

Darvida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) spokesperson Saravanan Annadurai on Sunday questioned the BJP over speculation of Union Minister of State (MoS) L Murugan contesting the upcoming Tamil Nadu elections. ... read..

Tamil Nadu Assembly elections 2026: TVK chief Vijay to contest from Perambur, Trichy East

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 29, 2026 12:52:15 PM IST

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay on Sunday announced that he will contest from the Perambur and Trichy East Assembly constituency in the upcomoing Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. ... read..

"ECI to grant permission, not govt": Tamil Nadu Minister Periyasamy on Vijay accusing DMK of denying approval for poll rally

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 29, 2026 8:21:41 AM IST

Tamil Nadu Minister I Periyasamy has refuted the allegations of denying permission to Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay for the election campaign, asking him to apply online on the Election Commission's portal. ... read..

"Rahul Gandhi's party a deeply divided house": BJP's CR Kesavan takes swipe at Cong after Tamil Nadu MP Jothimani's remark

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 28, 2026 2:51:38 PM IST

BJP National Spokesperson CR Kesavan on Saturday took a swipe at Congress, alleging "deep divide" and "total disarray" in Tamil Nadu after Congress MP Jothimani's lack of transparency in the selection of candidates for the 2026 Assembly elections. ... read..

AMMK releases 120 election promises ahead of the 2026 state polls; promises 85% jobs for Tamils

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 28, 2026 2:21:42 PM IST

Amma Makkal Munnetra Kazhagam (AMMK) general secretary TTV Dhinakaran on Saturday released his party's manifesto for the upcoming 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, featuring 120 key election promises. ... read..

MS Dhoni likely to miss first two weeks of IPL 2026 due to calf strain

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 28, 2026 10:51:41 AM IST

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Indian cricketing icon MS Dhoni is likely to miss the first two weeks of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 due to a calf strain, announced the franchise on Saturday. ... read..

TVK chief Vijay alleges permission denial for rally in Perambur, Chennai Corporation says "completely incorrect" claims

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 28, 2026 1:51:49 AM IST

TVK chief and actor Vijay on Friday alleged that he was denied permission to conduct an election rally in Perambur Assembly Constituency on the grounds of sudden repair works, which he claimed were started after the party had sought permission for the cam ... read..

"Just for the sake of elections": DMK MP Kanimozhi NVN Somu questions timing of excise duty cut on fuel amid West Asia crisis.

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 27, 2026 11:22:20 PM IST

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) MP Kanimozhi NVN Somu has questioned the timing of the Centre's move to slash excise duty on petrol and diesel, alleging that the decision was aimed at securing electoral gains rather than providing genuine relief. ... read..

No transparency in constituency selection: Congress MP Jothimani flags "secretive" Tamil Nadu seat allocation

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 27, 2026 11:21:56 PM IST

Amidst the ongoing DMK-Congress seat-sharing talks and seat allocation in Tamil Nadu for the upcoming state polls, Congress MP Jothimani on Friday criticised the party's lack of transparency in constituency selection, saying that the process should be con ... read..

Tamil Nadu Surfing Association wins Chief Minister's State Sports Award for Best Sports Organizer

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 27, 2026 8:51:29 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Surfing Association (TNSA) has been conferred with the prestigious Chief Minister's State Sports Award for 2025-2026 in the Best Sports Organizer category by the Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu, in recognition of its outstanding cont ... read..

Will contest on 60 to 70 seats independently: Puthiya Tamilagam chief K Krishnasamy on Tamil Nadu polls

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 27, 2026 7:22:02 PM IST

Puthiya Tamilagam Founder K Krishnasamy on Friday asserted that his party took up many efforts to ally with BJP and AIADMK, to root out the existing DMK government in Tamil Nadu in the upcoming state elections. ... read..

AIADMK announces second list of 127 candidates for Tamil Nadu polls

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 27, 2026 6:21:31 PM IST

AIADMK on Friday released the second list of 127 candidates for the Tamil Nadu Assembly election, taking the total candidates from the party to 150. ... read..

"Women who quit party subjected to abuse," alleges former TVK leader Ranjana Nachiyar after joining DMK

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 27, 2026 3:21:53 PM IST

Former women's wing leader of TVK Ranjana Nachiyar on Friday joined the DMK in the presence of Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, citing serious concerns over how women were treated in her former party. ... read..

"Candidate selected on the basis of merit": TMC(M) president GK Vasan announces election manifesto

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 27, 2026 1:52:08 PM IST

Tamil Maanila Congress (Moopanar) president GK Vasan on Friday released his party's manifesto ahead of the assembly polls, and said that the candidates are selected on the basis of merit, and the designation of each candidate will show their performance. ... read..

Decision to cut excise duty on fuels driven by opposition's pressure: DMK's Ezhilan Naganathan

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 27, 2026 12:51:56 PM IST

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) leader Ezhilan Naganathan on Friday said the government's decision to slash excise duties on petrol and diesel was driven by mounting pressure from opposition parties and the upcoming elections. ... read..

"DMK fulfilled all poll promises": Tamil Nadu Minister hits back at Edappadi K Palaniswami's criticism of DMK

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 26, 2026 2:21:42 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Minister SS Sivasankar on Thursday countered the allegations made by AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami, asserting that the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) government has successfully fulfilled all the poll promises. ... read..

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin wishes Sonia Gandhi speedy recovery

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 26, 2026 12:51:37 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin extended his best wishes to Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson Sonia Gandhi on Thursday, following her hospitalisation in the national capital. ... read..

"Edappadi not fighting for Tamil Nadu, but defending Centre:" DMK's Elangovan

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 26, 2026 9:21:20 AM IST

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) Spokesperson TKS Elangovan slammed AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami, saying Palaniswami was more focused on defending the Central Government than fighting for Tamil Nadu's interests. ... read..

Tamil Nadu elections: AIADMK to contest 169 seats, releases list of 65 seats for NDA allies

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 25, 2026 4:51:31 PM IST

The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in Tamil Nadu, led by All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam, on Wednesday announced its seat-sharing arrangement for the upcoming Assembly elections, releasing a list of 65 constituencies allotted to its alliance ... read..

"Plunder runs, not chase strike rate": Ashwin's advice to GT skipper Gill ahead of IPL 2026

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 25, 2026 1:51:43 PM IST

Ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, former Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin recknoned that Gujarat Titans (GT) skipper Shubman Gilll would be coming into the season "really hungry" to make it back to Indian T20I side and urged him to not ch ... read..

Kamal Haasan's Makkal Needhi Maiam decides not to contest polls, DMK calls it "Selfless Sacrifice"

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 25, 2026 1:21:51 PM IST

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) spokesperson Saravanan Annadurai on Wednesday hailed actor-politician Kamal Haasan's decision to support the DMK-led alliance without contesting the upcoming assembly elections, stating this as a historic and selfless sacri ... read..

"PM's 'like the Covid period' statement has panicked people": MK Stalin slams Union govt over gas shortage

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 25, 2026 12:21:35 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and DMK president MK Stalin on Wednesday strongly criticised the Union government over the ongoing cooking gas shortage, stating that recent remarks by Prime Minister Narendra Modi have created unnecessary panic among the public. ... read..

Chief Electoral Officer Archana Patnaik to be chief guest at Tamil Nadu Assembly Election Handbook 2026 launch

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 25, 2026 11:51:36 AM IST

The Chief Electoral Officer of Tamil Nadu, Archana Patnaik, is set to be the chief guest at the release of the Tamil Nadu Assembly Election Handbook 2026, curated by the Press Information Bureau, Chennai. The event will be followed by a Media Orientation ... read..

AIADMK releases first list of 23 candidates for Tamil Nadu Assembly polls 2026

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 25, 2026 11:21:50 AM IST

The All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) on Wednesday released its first list of 23 candidates for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly elections scheduled to be held on April 23, 2026. ... read..

"Government see this as a game": DMK MP Kanimozhi Somu questions timing of Women's Reservation Act based on 2011 Census

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 25, 2026 5:21:21 AM IST

DMK MP Kanimozhi Somu on Tuesday questioned the timing of the potential implementation of the Women's Reservation Bill based on the 2011 census. ... read..

"NDA has done nothing for Tamil Nadu": DMK's TKS Elangovan

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 25, 2026 4:22:44 AM IST

Ahead of the Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections, Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) spokesperson TKS Elangovan expressed confidence in the party's performance, claiming that the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) alliance has failed to achieve anything for the so ... read..

Kamal Haasan's MNM not to contest Tamil Nadu polls, support DMK

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 25, 2026 2:52:25 AM IST

Makkal Needhi Maiam chief Kamal Haasan on Tuesday met Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin and announced that his party will support DMK in the assembly polls. ... read..

DMK's TKS Elangovan slams AIADMK manifesto, says Palaniswami 'afraid of defeat'

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 24, 2026 11:21:22 PM IST

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) leader TKS Elangovan on Tuesday criticised the AIADMK manifesto, alleging that General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami is "afraid of defeat" and is adding new promises and freebies to mislead voters. ... read..

Tamil Nadu polls: DMDK to contest 10 seats in alliance with DMK

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 24, 2026 9:21:48 PM IST

Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK) on Tuesday reached a seat-sharing agreement with the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) for the April 23 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. ... read..

IPL 2026: CSK ropes in Spencer Johnson as replacement for injured Nathan Ellis

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 24, 2026 9:21:44 PM IST

Five-time champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have named speedster Spencer Johnson as a replacement for injured Nathan Ellis for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. ... read..

No party will achieve a majority: Gurumurthy says Tamil Nadu polls will mark "major shift" in state's political scenario

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 24, 2026 6:22:18 PM IST

The Editor of Thuglak magazine, Swaminathan Gurumurthy, said that the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections are expected to produce a fractured verdict, with no single party likely to secure a clear majority. ... read..

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin opposes use of 2011 census for women's reservation, seeks fair delimitation

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 24, 2026 6:22:07 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and DMK president M K Stalin on Tuesday raised concerns over reports suggesting that women's representation in Parliament and State Assemblies may be implemented based on the 2011 Census. ... read..

Rs 2000 to female head of family, free bus service to men: AIADMK releases manifesto for 2026 Tamil Nadu polls

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 24, 2026 6:21:48 PM IST

Leader of Opposition in Tamil Nadu Assembly and AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami on Tuesday released the party's election manifesto, promising Rs 2000 monthly to female heads of households. ... read..

Tamil Nadu: EVMs dispatched under tight security in Ranipet and Erode districts ahead of polls

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 24, 2026 3:21:44 PM IST

Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) were dispatched under tight security and official supervision in Ranipet district and Erode district as part of ongoing election preparations. ... read..

VCK to contest 6 reserved, 2 general seats in 2026 TN polls

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 24, 2026 1:21:40 PM IST

The DMK and the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi on Tuesday announced their seat sharing arrangement for the Tamil Nadu Assemblu Elections. The decision came after a meeting between M. K. Stalin, President of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam, and Thol. Thiruma ... read..

"Is the Prime Minister prepared to protect us?": MK Stalin criticises PM Modi on preparedness for effects of West Asia conflict

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 24, 2026 10:22:00 AM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Tuesday sharply criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's statement in Parliament urging people to prepare for the impacts of the West Asia war, accusing the Centre of outsourcing preparedness and failing to act desp ... read..

Case filed against AIADMK functionaries for allegedly involving minors in poll campaign

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 24, 2026 9:21:44 AM IST

A case has been registered against All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) functionaries, including District Student Wing Secretary Kasimayan, for allegedly involving minors in election campaigning near Thirumangalam in Madurai, officials said o ... read..

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