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56 Former Judges Rally Behind Justice Swaminathan in Tamil Nadu Temple Lamp Controversy Amid Impeachment Motion
Dec 12, 2025 04:08 pm CST
Former judges condemn impeachment motion against Justice GR Swaminathan over the Thirupparankundram temple lamp case, warning it threatens judicial independence. The controversy centers on a court order to change a century-old ritual lamp lighting practice, with political tensions rising between Tamil Nadu's ruling DMK and opposition BJP ahead of upcoming Assembly elections.
DMK Reinstates K Ponmudy as Deputy General Secretary After Controversial Remarks Scandal
Nov 04, 2025 07:48 pm CST
Tamil Nadu's DMK party has reinstated former Forest Minister K Ponmudy to his position as Deputy General Secretary, months after his removal for making misogynistic remarks. The strategic decision comes alongside the appointment of MP Saminathan to the same position, expanding the party's leadership while strengthening community outreach to the Udayar and Gounder communities ahead of upcoming elections.