Tamil Nadu 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.
MK Stalin Leads DMK Workshop to Protect Voters During Electoral Roll Revision Ahead of 2026 Tamil Nadu Elections
Oct 28, 2025 11:17 pm CST
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has conducted a strategic workshop training DMK party workers to monitor the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Calling the 2026 Assembly election crucial for protecting Tamil Nadu's identity, Stalin accused opposition parties of attempting to disenfranchise legitimate voters while expressing confidence in securing a seventh term for the DMK government.
Election Commission Announces Second Phase of Voter Roll Revisions in 12 States Ahead of 2025-2027 Elections
Oct 27, 2025 09:13 pm CST
The Election Commission of India has launched the second phase of its nationwide special intensive revision of voter rolls in 12 states and union territories, including Bengal and Tamil Nadu which face elections next year. The process will commence after Bihar's polls, with enumeration running from November 4 to December 4 and final lists published by February 7. This marks the first comprehensive revision in over two decades, aimed at addressing issues like duplicate registrations and removing deceased voters from electoral rolls.
Election Commission Explains Why Assam Excluded from Phase Two of Special Voter Roll Revision Unlike Bengal and Tamil Nadu
Oct 27, 2025 08:12 pm CST
The Election Commission has clarified that Assam's unique citizenship rules under Section 6A of the Citizenship Act necessitate a separate voter roll revision process, unlike West Bengal and Tamil Nadu which are included in Phase Two of the nationwide Special Intensive voter roll revision. This first major electoral roll update in 21 years involves 12 states and union territories, with enumeration beginning November 4 and final lists published by February 7.
DMK Prepares to Protect Voter Rights During Tamil Nadu's Special Electoral Roll Revision
Oct 26, 2025 10:43 pm CST
DMK parliamentary leader MK Kanimozhi announces party readiness for Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision in Tamil Nadu, vowing to prevent the voter disenfranchisement controversies that plagued Bihar. As assembly elections approach, the ruling party aims to safeguard electoral integrity while maintaining its political momentum against the AIADMK-BJP alliance.
DMK Criticizes Vijay and AIADMK Over Karur Stampede: Political Tensions Rise in Tamil Nadu
Oct 14, 2025 08:13 pm CST
Tamil Nadu's political landscape heats up following the Karur stampede tragedy that killed 41 people, with the ruling DMK taking aim at both AIADMK's E Palaniswami and actor Vijay's TVK party. A controversial cartoon shared by DMK's IT wing suggests BJP influence over both parties, while the Supreme Court-ordered CBI probe intensifies speculation about potential alliances ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections.
BJP Reaches Out to Vijay's TVK Party Following Karur Stampede: Strategic Alignment for 2026 Tamil Nadu Elections
Oct 05, 2025 01:19 am CST
Following the tragic Karur stampede, BJP has established communication with actor Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) party, indicating strategic interest in leveraging his popularity for the 2026 Tamil Nadu elections. Both BJP and Congress are reaching out to TVK as national parties see an opportunity to gain ground in a state traditionally dominated by DMK and AIADMK. The political maneuvering comes amid shifting dynamics as parties position themselves against potential anti-incumbency sentiment toward the ruling DMK.
Tamilisai Soundararajan Condemns Detention of RSS Workers in Tamil Nadu School Incident
Oct 02, 2025 05:50 pm CST
Former Tamil Nadu Governor Tamilisai Soundararajan has criticized the DMK government after police detained around 50 RSS workers for conducting unauthorized activities at a state-run school in Porur. The incident has heightened political tensions in Tamil Nadu ahead of upcoming elections, with Soundararajan claiming the government selectively enforces law while ignoring other issues. The detention occurred during RSS centenary celebrations amid growing political competition in the state.
Tamil Nadu Tragedy: Actor Vijay Confronts Chief Minister Stalin After Deadly Rally Stampede Claims 41 Lives
Sep 30, 2025 08:41 pm CST
Actor-turned-politician Vijay has challenged Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin in his first public address since a tragic stampede killed 41 people at his TVK party rally in Karur. Amid growing political tensions and accusations of negligence, Vijay denied wrongdoing while the DMK government has filed multiple cases against his party leadership, setting the stage for intensified rivalry ahead of next year's state elections.
BJP's Strategic Appointments: Heavyweight Poll Managers for Bihar, Bengal, and Tamil Nadu Elections
Sep 25, 2025 09:57 pm CST
The BJP under JP Nadda's leadership has made significant strategic appointments for upcoming elections in Bihar, West Bengal, and Tamil Nadu. Union Ministers Dharmendra Pradhan, Bhupender Yadav, and Baijayant Panda will lead campaign efforts in these states, bringing organizational expertise and central leadership alignment to minimize regional factionalism ahead of critical 2025-2026 assembly elections.