Tamil Nadu
Supreme Court Urges Tamil Nadu to Engage with Centre on Language Policy Dispute
Dec 15, 2025 11:09 pm CST
The Supreme Court has advised Tamil Nadu to directly engage with the Centre regarding its two-language policy rather than airing concerns through media channels. Justice BV Nagarathna emphasized avoiding a "My-State-My-State attitude" during a hearing about land allocation for Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas, suggesting the state could stipulate conditions during consultations rather than rejecting the opportunity that these educational institutions present for students.
Deadly Stampedes Claim 127 Lives Across India in 2025: A Timeline of Crowd Management Failures
Dec 12, 2025 05:16 pm CST
In 2025, India experienced a series of tragic stampedes at religious gatherings, festivals, and public events resulting in 127 fatalities nationwide. From Tirupati's temple tragedy in January to November's Sri Venkateswara Temple disaster, these incidents highlight critical failures in crowd management across various states, with the Karur TVK rally claiming 41 lives and the Maha Kumbh Mela resulting in 30 deaths among multiple deadly incidents throughout the year.
Election Commission Extends Special Intensive Revision Deadlines in Six States While Bengal's Timeline Remains Unchanged
Dec 11, 2025 07:28 pm CST
The Election Commission has extended the special intensive revision (SIR) exercise for voter roll cleanup in Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Uttar Pradesh, and Andaman and Nicobar Islands, while maintaining original deadlines for West Bengal and other states. This extension follows criticism from opposition parties about impractical timelines overburdening election officials, with updated publication dates for draft electoral rolls now scheduled throughout December.
Potential TVK-AINRC Alliance in Puducherry: Vijay's Praise for Chief Minister Signals Political Shift Before 2026 Elections
Dec 10, 2025 07:41 pm CST
Actor Vijay's recent praise for Puducherry Chief Minister N Rangasamy, coupled with criticism of the BJP, has sparked serious discussions about a possible alliance between his Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam party and the All India NR Congress ahead of the 2026 legislative assembly elections. AINRC leaders describe it as a "50-50" chance, as growing tensions with the BJP and Lieutenant Governor's office create opportunity for new political alignments in the Union Territory.
Supreme Court Expresses Frustration Over Multiple Special Intensive Revision Petitions From Various States
Dec 09, 2025 03:45 pm CST
The Supreme Court has expressed concern over the growing number of petitions related to the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process from multiple states. Chief Justice Surya Kant ordered state-wise segregation of petitions while prioritizing a decision on Bihar's SIR legality. The court also addressed timeline concerns for Uttar Pradesh and Tamil Nadu, as well as security issues for booth-level officers in West Bengal.
Actor Vijay to Hold First Public Meeting in Puducherry Since Karur Tragedy Under Strict Police Conditions
Dec 09, 2025 12:53 pm CST
Tamil actor-politician Vijay is set to address his first public gathering in Puducherry since the Karur stampede tragedy. The event, organized by his party Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), will operate under strict police regulations including a 5,000-person limit with QR-coded entry. This politically significant appearance comes as Vijay positions himself against both the BJP and DMK while expanding his party's influence in the Union Territory.
Tragic Leopard Attack Claims 5-Year-Old Boy's Life in Tamil Nadu: Third Child Fatality in Valparai Region
Dec 07, 2025 02:47 am CST
A five-year-old boy was fatally attacked by a leopard in Valparai, Tamil Nadu, becoming the third child victim in eight months. The incident has heightened concerns about human-wildlife conflicts in the tea estate region, prompting increased safety measures and calls for comprehensive mitigation strategies to protect vulnerable communities living near forested areas.
MK Stalin Highlights Centre's Neglect of Madurai Development Projects Amid Temple Lamp Controversy
Dec 06, 2025 02:52 am CST
Chief Minister MK Stalin redirects focus to Centre's failure to deliver on AIIMS and Metro Rail projects in Madurai while responding to BJP's accusations of an "anti-Hindu stance" in the Thirupparankundram lamp lighting controversy, intensifying political tensions ahead of Tamil Nadu Assembly elections.
Russia's Rosatom Delivers Nuclear Fuel for Kudankulam's Third Reactor During Putin's India Visit
Dec 05, 2025 02:33 pm CST
Russia's state nuclear corporation Rosatom has delivered the first consignment of nuclear fuel for Tamil Nadu's Kudankulam plant's third reactor, coinciding with President Putin's visit to India. The delivery is part of a 2024 contract to supply fuel for the third and fourth VVER-1000 reactors throughout their operational lifespan, with seven total shipments planned to complete the reactor core.
Investigation Launched After 3 Elephants Found Dead in Tamil Nadu Private Forest; Total Reaches 6 Deaths in 3 Months
Dec 05, 2025 10:07 am CST
A joint Tamil Nadu-Andhra Pradesh investigation has been initiated after three elephants, including a calf, were discovered dead in a privately owned forest in Vellore district. The deaths raise serious conservation concerns as they bring the total elephant fatalities in the region to six within less than three months. Forensic teams are collecting samples to determine the cause of death in this crucial interstate elephant corridor.