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Tamil Nadu Elections 2026: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Saturday termed the Centre's proposed FCRA Amendment Bill 2026 as "draconian", and alleged it targeted minorities, especially Christian service organisations and demanded that it be dropped. Addressing a rally in Nagercoil for the April 23 Assembly polls, Stalin, recalling that his government had increased the fishing ban period special relief assistance to Rs 8,000 from Rs 5,000, said, "Hereafter, the assistance will be Rs 12,00 ...Read More >
Nagercoil (Tamil Nadu), Apr 4 (PTI) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin on Saturday termed the Centre's proposed FCRA Amendment Bill 2026 as "draconian", and alleged it targeted minorities, especially Christian service organisations and demanded that it be dropped. Addressing a rally here for the April 23 Assembly polls, Stalin, recalling that his government had increased the fishing ban period special relief assistance to Rs 8,000 from Rs 5,000 said, "hereafter the assistance will be Rs 12,00 ...Read More >
Tirupattur (Tamil Nadu) [India], April 1 (ANI): Ahead of the upcoming assembly polls, Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin on Wednesday announced Rs 8,000 coupons provided to people to enable the purchasing of household items such as televisions and refrigerators. The Deputy CM said that laptops have already been provided to 10 lakh college students. "Coupons worth Rs 8000 would be provided, enabling people to purchase essential household items such as TVs, refrigerators, and wa ...Read More >
DMK Youth Wing Secretary Udhayanidhi Stalin on Thursday filed his nomination papers for the upcoming April 23 Assembly elections from the Chepauk-Thiruvallikeni constituency, seeking a second consecutive term. The 48-year-old DMK scion arrived at the venue following a massive roadshow that saw thousands of party cadres and supporters lining the streets. Accompanied by senior party leaders and local functionaries, Udhayanidhi submitted his documents to the Returning Officer shortly before noon. ...Read More >
Around 100 seconds into the election campaign song unveiled by the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) on April 1 come the images of CN Annadurai and MG Ramachandran, the two biggest icons of the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK). They are immediately followed by the image of Vijay. It is no oversight or the work of an enthusiastic video editor. It is increasingly clear that the unsubtle message being driven home is that Vijay is the natural political successor to Anna and MGR. Analy ...Read More >
Counting is scheduled for May 4. Chennai: Union Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Tamil Nadu election in-charge Piyush Goyal, alongside State President Nainar Nagenthran, on Tuesday, released a "chargesheet" in Chennai targeting the DMK government ahead of the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections. Accompanied by leaders including K Annamalai and Tamilisai Soundararajan, Goyal described the upcoming Assembly election as a "turning point" in the state's history, expressing confidence ...Read More >
Tamil Nadu Election: One of the most closely watched contests is in Kolathur, Chennai, where Chief Minister M.K. Stalin is seeking re-election. With polling for the 234-member Tamil Nadu Assembly scheduled for April 23, the state is headed for a high-stakes, multi-cornered contest. While the traditional DMK-AIADMK rivalry remains the core battle, the rise of new players and shifting voter dynamics has turned several constituencies into key battlegrounds that could shape the final outcome. One ...Read More >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], April 3 (ANI): As Tamil Nadu Assembly polls near, Deputy Chief Minister and DMK's candidate Udhayanidhi Stalin held a campaign in Chepauk assembly constituency. He interacted with the public in the area while being accompanied by a large number of party workers. Also Read | Jammu and Kashmir Weather Alert: MeT Forecasts Erratic Rain and Snow From April 3 to 5, Peak Activity on April 4. The Dy CM is contesting from the Chepauk-Thiruvallikeni constituency in the up ...Read More >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], April 3 (ANI): As Tamil Nadu Assembly polls near, Deputy Chief Minister and DMK's candidate Udhayanidhi Stalin held a campaign in Chepauk assembly constituency. He interacted with the public in the area while being accompanied by a large number of party workers. The Dy CM is contesting from the Chepauk-Thiruvallikeni constituency in the upcoming polls on April 23, with counting scheduled for May 4. The election would cover a total of 234 constituencies. DMK is co ...Read More >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], April 3 (ANI): As Tamil Nadu Assembly polls near, Deputy Chief Minister and DMK's candidate Udhayanidhi Stalin held a campaign in Chepauk assembly constituency. He interacted with the public in the area while being accompanied by a large number of party workers. The Dy CM is contesting from the Chepauk-Thiruvallikeni constituency in the upcoming polls on April 23, with counting scheduled for May 4. The election would cover a total of 234 constituencies. DMK is co ...Read More >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], April 3 (ANI): V Sabareesan, son-in-law of Chief Minister MK Stalin, has expressed strong confidence that the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) will win the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. Speaking to reporters, he stated that the party is committed to fulfilling all promises outlined in its manifesto and claimed there is effectively no opposition in the state. He also dismissed any impact from the new party Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), asserting that DMK ...Read More >
Chennai, Apr 2 (PTI) DMK Youth Wing Secretary Udhayanidhi Stalin on Thursday filed his nomination papers for the April 23 Assembly elections from the Chepauk-Thiruvallikeni constituency, seeking a second consecutive term. The Deputy Chief Minister has declared total family assets worth over Rs 33 crore in his election affidavit. The 48-year-old DMK scion arrived at the venue following a massive roadshow that saw thousands of party cadres and supporters lining the streets. Accompanied by senio ...Read More >
"Drug sales are happening everywhere. People are asking for a drug-free Tamil Nadu. Even after bringing this to the chief minister's attention multiple times, no action was taken. If the AIADMK comes to power, ganja and drugs will be completely eradicated within three months," he said. Palaniswami recalled that when AIADMK was in power, the movement of drug was under control. "Because drugs are being sold with the support of DMK functionaries, the police are unable to take action." he alleged. ...Read More >
Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu) [India], April 2 (ANI): Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) candidate Senthilkumar on Thursday filed his nomination from the Coimbatore South Assembly constituency, asserting that a political wave similar to the era of MG Ramachandran is now being witnessed in support of party chief Vijay. Senthilkumar arrived at the Central Zonal Office along with District Secretary Sampath to submit his nomination papers to Deputy Commissioner and Election Officer Kumaresan. Prior to filing ...Read More >
Erode (Tamil Nadu), Apr 2 (PTI) DMK President, Chief Minister M K Stalin, on Thursday, alleged that the NDA's betrayals include 'strangling' the MSMEs during the ongoing West Asia crisis. Addressing an election rally here, Stalin alleged AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami had no achievements to claim for his government during 2017-21; neither does PM Modi, who comes on "election tours" to Tamil Nadu. Ridiculing the slow pace of work to build Madurai AIIMS, as that project was announced by the ...Read More >
Chennai, Apr 2 (UNI) After a two-day government holiday, filing of nominations for the April 23 high stakes Assembly elections resumed on Thursday, with a host of candidates including Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) Founder-President and actor-politician and Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin filing their papers from their respective constituencies. While Vijay, who has entered the foray from two seats in his maiden electoral plunge, filed his nomination papers from Tiruchi East ...Read More >
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], April 2 (ANI): BJP leader C.R. Kesavan slammed Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Thursday, asserting that the CM is in a state of panic and is attempting to spin a 'non-existent North-South narrative' ahead of the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. Speaking to ANI, Kesavan alleged that Stalin has consistently weaponised regional and linguistic identities for electoral gain. He asserted that the people of Tamil Nadu won't be deceived again and now have ...Read More >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], April 2 (ANI): Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin on Thursday filed his nomination as the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) candidate for Chepauk-Thiruvallikeni constituency. Udhayanidhi Stalin, son of the Chief Minister MK Stalin, also held a roadshow while heading to the office of the Returning Officer to file his nomination. Udhayanidhi is the sitting MLA from the Chepauk-Thiruvallikeni seat. He is pitted against AIADMK candidate Adhirajaram. He ...Read More >
Sivaganga (Tamil Nadu) [India], April 2 (ANI): Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) MP Kanimozhi on Thursday expressed strong confidence in the party's prospects, stating that people in Tamil Nadu favour the formation of the Dravidian Model 2.0 government led by Chief Minister MK Stalin once again. "Therefore, I strongly believe that victory for the DMK is assured," she said. Commenting on actor-turned-politician Vijay contesting from two constituencies, Kanimozhi said, "Vijay contesting in two con ...Read More >
The Chief Minister's Breakfast Scheme will be expanded up to Class 8. 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 farmers. Addressing the manifesto unveiling event in Chennai, Stalin said, "DMK election manifesto has always been a 'hero,' but this time, it is a 'superstar'," highlighting tha ...Read More >
Tiruchirappalli, April 1: DMK President and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Wednesday launched a strong attack on the NDA and AIADMK ahead of the April 23 Assembly polls, alleging that if the NDA comes to power in the state, it will not hesitate to rename Tamil Nadu as "Dakshina Pradesh." Stalin urged the people of Tamil Nadu to unite against the AIADMK-BJP alliance, claiming it threatens the state's identity and the Dravidian model of governance. Speaking at a public meeting, Stalin c ...Read More >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], April 1 (ANI): The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) on Wednesday launched its official campaign song ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, highlighting the "Dravidian Model 2.0" of governance. Sharing the song on X, the party said, "May the good governance of the Chief Minister M. K. Stalin--who continues to safeguard Tamil Nadu by upholding all the core principles of the DMK, including social justice, equality, and state rights--continue to flourish. May ...Read More >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], April 1 (ANI): The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) on Wednesday launched its official campaign song ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, highlighting the "Dravidian Model 2.0" of governance. Sharing the song on X, the party said, "May the good governance of the Chief Minister M. K. Stalin--who continues to safeguard Tamil Nadu by upholding all the core principles of the DMK, including social justice, equality, and state rights--continue to flourish. May ...Read More >
Thoothukudi (Tamil Nadu) [India], April 1 (ANI) Ahead of the upcoming assembly polls, DMK MP c on Wednesday expressed confidence in Chief Minister MK Stalin's leadership to secure another term. "The DMK is definitely going to be elected back to governance, and because people have confidence in our government, in the Chief Minister and what we've achieved in the past five years," she told ANI. The DMK MP highlighted the government's achievements in development, job creation, and social welfare ...Read More >
Tiruchirappalli, Apr 1 (PTI) DMK President and Chief Minister M K Stalin on Wednesday alleged that if the NDA assumed power in the state, they will not hesitate to even change Tamil Nadu's name into Dakshina Pradesh. Addressing a public meeting here for the April 23 polls, Stalin said the entire state must rally against the AIADMK-BJP combine to halt such an eventuality and slammed the main opposition AIADMK as having "bloodstains of those killed in protests opposing the CAA." The AIADMK suppor ...Read More >
Vijay is one of the biggest names in Tamil cinema, who was at the peak of his film career when he announced his plunge into politics. Son of film director SA Chandrashekar and playback singer Shobha Chandrashekhar, Vijay, also known as Thalapathy (commander), is among the highest-paid actors in the Tamil industry. But in 2024, he did something probably only a few saw coming. He launched Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK), a political party and made a bid to become the chief minister of Tamil Nadu, I ...Read More >
Tiruchy: Launching a sharp attack on the BJP and its allies, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Wednesday said the "Dravidian Model superfast engine will never bow before the BJP's dabba engine". He asserted that Tamil Nadu remains safer for women compared to BJP-ruled states such as Uttar Pradesh, where he alleged crimes against women were higher. Addressing a public meeting at Thennur Uzhavar Sandhai grounds in Tiruchy, Stalin challenged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to spend a week in Ta ...Read More >
TIRUVARUR: Chief minister M K Stalin launched his campaign for the upcoming assembly polls from Tiruvarur on Tuesday stating that DMK must return to power to ensure Tamil Nadu's protection and development.Stalin, who symbolically began his campaign from his late father M Karunanidhi's native town, said the upcoming election was a contest between 'TN and Delhi'. "If we want to protect TN and keep it on the path of development, DMK must return to power and continue its governance. If TN should not ...Read More >
Tirupattur (Tamil Nadu), Apr 1 (PTI) Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin on Wednesday said the BJP's "conspiracies" will be defeated and TN team will ensure a win in the April 23 election. Campaigning for the party candidates in Natrampalli and Vaniyambadi in Tirupattur district he said the BJP was aware that it cannot win at the hustings and so was planning to make an entry through the polls. "We will defeat the conspiracies of the BJP which wants to rule Tamil Nadu from Delhi ...Read More >
TRICHY: Tamil Nadu chief minister and DMK president MK Stalin on Wednesday campaigned for the Secular Progressive Alliance (SPA) candidates contesting in nine Assembly segments in Trichy district. Stating that the return of DMK to power is essential to sustain and steer TN's growth, Stalin said that people should gift the AIADMK-BJP alliance yet another defeat in the Assembly election. Stalin accused AIADMK and PMK of betraying minorities and Sri Lankan Tamils by supporting and helping the Citiz ...Read More >
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