MK Stalin
MK Stalin Questions Election Commission's Integrity Following Bihar Election Results
Nov 15, 2025 12:36 pm CST
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin congratulated Nitish Kumar on NDA's Bihar victory while criticizing the Election Commission of India for alleged misconduct. As Tamil Nadu approaches its own assembly elections, Stalin's comments highlight growing tensions over electoral integrity, particularly regarding the Special Intensive Revision process being contested by his DMK party in the Supreme Court. The political divide deepens as opposition leaders debate electoral fairness and voter list authenticity.
Tamil Nadu Increases Dearness Allowance by 3% for Government Employees Ahead of 2026 Elections
Nov 13, 2025 05:14 pm CST
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has announced a 3% increase in Dearness Allowance for government employees, teachers, and pensioners, raising it from 55% to 58% effective July 2025. This pre-election measure will benefit approximately 16 lakh individuals and cost the state Rs 1,829 crore annually, coming amid growing pressure over unfulfilled pension reform promises.
MK Stalin Warns: Minor Errors in Electoral Roll Forms Could Lead to Voter Disenfranchisement
Nov 09, 2025 11:18 pm CST
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin cautions citizens about potential voter list removal due to small mistakes in Summary Revision of Electoral Roll forms. The DMK leader expressed concerns over the rushed implementation of the SIR process, while AIADMK's Palaniswami supports the initiative to eliminate fraudulent voters ahead of upcoming elections.
MK Stalin Asserts DMK's Unmatched Political Legacy Ahead of Tamil Nadu's 2026 Elections
Nov 08, 2025 10:34 pm CST
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin emphasizes DMK's decades-long struggle and historical significance during the party's 75th anniversary celebrations, warning political rivals that the party's foundation of sacrifice and perseverance cannot be easily matched as Tamil Nadu approaches the 2026 state elections.
Tamil Nadu Governor Clears 95% Bills Within 3 Months: Raj Bhavan Clarifies Amid Supreme Court Challenge
Nov 07, 2025 11:59 pm CST
The Tamil Nadu Raj Bhavan has clarified that Governor RN Ravi has approved 81% of bills passed since 2021, with 95% cleared within three months. This statement comes amid tensions with the DMK government, which has approached the Supreme Court over the Kalaignar University Bill. The ongoing dispute centers on control of state universities and reflects broader conflicts between opposition-led states and governors appointed by the central government.
MK Stalin Issues Electoral Ultimatum to DMK Officials in BJP Stronghold Tirunelveli
Nov 07, 2025 03:25 am CST
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has delivered a stern warning to DMK party officials in Tirunelveli, demanding electoral victory in BJP President Nainar Nagendran's home constituency or face removal from their positions. The directive came during a closed-door meeting attended by MP Kanimozhi, where Stalin also raised concerns about voter registration irregularities in the upcoming elections.
Actor Vijay's TVK Party Organizes Hunger Strike Against Sri Lankan Navy's Arrest of Tamil Nadu Fishermen Following Karur Tragedy
Nov 06, 2025 11:21 pm CST
Following the tragic Karur stampede that claimed 41 lives, actor Vijay's political party Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) has announced its first major political action - a hunger strike in Nagapattinam protesting the continuous arrests of Tamil Nadu fishermen by Sri Lankan Navy. Led by TVK Deputy General Secretary Raj Mohan, the protest criticizes both central and state governments for failing to provide a permanent solution to this decades-old issue that has resulted in approximately 800 Indian deaths. This demonstration holds special significance as Vijay returns to Nagapattinam where he first showed political ambitions in 2011.
Tamil Actor Vijay Confronts CM Stalin as Political Tensions Rise Amid AIADMK Alliance Rumors
Nov 05, 2025 09:13 pm CST
Tamil actor-turned-politician Vijay has launched a fierce critique of Chief Minister MK Stalin, accusing him of engaging in hateful politics following the tragic Karur stampede that killed 41 people. As Vijay's TVK party positions itself against the ruling DMK, speculation grows about a potential alliance with the AIADMK ahead of upcoming Tamil Nadu elections. This political confrontation highlights the shifting dynamics in Tamil Nadu's political landscape where film stars continue to wield significant influence.
Tamil Nadu's Special Intensive Revision of Voter Lists Sparks Political Controversy Ahead of 2026 Elections
Nov 04, 2025 10:48 pm CST
Tamil Nadu begins Special Intensive Revision of voter lists amid strong opposition from ruling DMK party, which has filed a Supreme Court petition claiming the process is rushed and potentially biased. While DMK demands postponement until after 2026 elections, BJP and AIADMK support the revision as a standard procedure, creating political tension in the state.
Tamil Nadu Political Shift: AIADMK Lawmaker Manoj Pandian Joins DMK, Accuses EPS of Being 'BJP Proxy'
Nov 04, 2025 09:27 pm CST
In a significant political development in Tamil Nadu, six-time MLA Manoj Pandian from the influential Nadar community has defected from AIADMK to join the ruling DMK party. Pandian accused AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami of aligning the party with BJP, claiming only DMK can protect Dravidian ideology. This defection represents a major setback for O Panneerselvam's faction in the ongoing AIADMK power struggle and potentially impacts the Nadar community's voting patterns in future elections.