Tamil Nadu politics
AIADMK Expels Veteran Leader KA Sengottaiyan Amid Internal Power Struggle Over Jayalalithaa's Legacy
Oct 31, 2025 09:27 pm CST
Tamil Nadu's opposition party AIADMK has expelled veteran leader KA Sengottaiyan for advocating the return of sacked figures including O Panneerselvam and VK Sasikala. This expulsion highlights the ongoing internal power struggle over Jayalalithaa's legacy as the party faces electoral challenges and questions about its alliance with the BJP ahead of next year's 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.
DMK and Allies Challenge Election Commission's Special Voter List Revision in Tamil Nadu
Oct 28, 2025 02:46 am CST
Tamil Nadu's ruling DMK party and its coalition partners have condemned the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls as politically motivated. Chief Minister MK Stalin's alliance claims the timing and process could disenfranchise voters, comparing it to controversial voter deletions in Bihar. The opposition AIADMK supports the revision, while DMK prepares strategically with a workshop for thousands of election functionaries ahead of the 2026 polls.
TVK Chief Vijay Meets Karur Stampede Victims' Families One Month After Tragedy: Political Implications
Oct 27, 2025 11:47 am CST
Actor and TVK Chief Vijay conducts a private meeting with families of the 41 victims who died in the Karur stampede tragedy one month ago. As political tensions rise, opposition parties AIADMK and BJP are seeking alliance with TVK while controversy continues over the causes of the deadly incident that occurred during Vijay's delayed political rally.
Actor Vijay to Meet Families of Karur Stampede Victims in Private Mamallapuram Gathering
Oct 26, 2025 06:26 pm CST
TVK Chief Vijay will meet with families affected by the Karur stampede tragedy at a private hotel in Mamallapuram. The meeting comes after TVK provided financial assistance of Rs 20 lakh to victims' families. Meanwhile, political tensions continue as the Supreme Court has ordered a CBI investigation into the incident that claimed 41 lives.
AIADMK Senior Leader K. Sengottaiyan Clarifies Statements on Reinstatement of Expelled Party Members
Oct 24, 2025 01:44 pm CST
AIADMK veteran K. Sengottaiyan denies setting a 10-day deadline for party chief EPS to reinstate expelled leaders, clarifying his comments were misinterpreted. His call for unity comes as the party struggles after three consecutive electoral defeats and looks toward rebuilding strength for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections through potential reconciliation and a renewed BJP alliance.
BJP Criticizes Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin for Selective Diwali Greetings and Religious Discrimination
Oct 21, 2025 06:40 pm CST
BJP leader Tamilisai Soundararajan condemns Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin and Deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin for allegedly discriminating against Hindus during Diwali celebrations. The controversy centers around Udhayanidhi's limited Diwali wishes to "those who have faith" and the Chief Minister's absence of public Diwali greetings, which the BJP claims shows disrespect toward Hindu sentiments in the state.
Vijay's TVK Party Transfers Rs 20 Lakh Compensation to Each Family of Karur Stampede Victims
Oct 19, 2025 02:36 am CST
Actor-politician Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam party has transferred Rs 20 lakh each to 39 families affected by the tragic Karur stampede that claimed 41 lives and injured over 60 people. The party has committed Rs 7.8 crore in total compensation and pledged long-term support for victims' families, including assistance with education and employment needs.
DMK-TVK Clash Intensifies: Vijay Criticized for Not Visiting Karur Stampede Victims as Political Blame Game Continues
Oct 18, 2025 04:03 pm CST
The political confrontation between DMK and actor Vijay's TVK party has escalated over the Karur stampede that killed 41 people. DMK criticizes Vijay for not visiting victims' families, while TVK claims the government is creating obstacles to prevent such visits. The tragedy occurred at Vijay's overcrowded political rally, with compensation announced and arrests made amid ongoing blame exchanges.
Tamil Nadu AIADMK MP's Controversial "Free Wife" Comment Sparks Political Outrage and Gender Debate
Oct 15, 2025 02:10 am CST
AIADMK MP C Ve Shanmugam has ignited a major political controversy in Tamil Nadu with his derogatory comments comparing women to election freebies. His suggestion that Chief Minister MK Stalin might "announce a free wife" ahead of elections has drawn sharp condemnation from the ruling DMK and social media users, highlighting deeper issues about gender respect in Indian politics.