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Uncertainty over key bills as Congress vows to resist; Monsoon session heading for washout

Key legislation remains uncertain as Parliament's Monsoon session nears its close. Opposition parties are protesting, demanding statements on student issues and opposing new bills. The government seeks support for women's reservation and delimitation bills, facing mixed responses. The Foreign Contribution Regulation Act amendment bill also faces strong opposition from various…

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Regional parties' declared donations more than triple to over Rs 1,050 crore; DMK tops list: ADR

Declared donations above ₹20,000 to regional political parties more than tripled to ₹1,051.56 crore in FY25 from ₹347.69 crore a year earlier, according to an ADR report. The DMK emerged as the biggest recipient, receiving ₹365.78 crore, including ₹300.64 crore from undeclared donors.

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Two MDMK MLAs refuse to resign, announce decision to continue as DMK legislators

Two MDMK MLAs have refused to resign from their Assembly seats. They announced they will continue functioning as DMK legislators in the Assembly. This decision follows the MDMK severing ties with the DMK party recently. The MLAs stated they would not betray voters who elected them on the DMK symbol.…

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TVK govt to present its maiden Tamil Nadu Budget amid political tension

The Tamil Nadu government will present its first budget on Wednesday morning. Finance Minister N Marie Wilson will table the budget for the upcoming financial year. Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has directed the budget to be exemplary and visionary. The opposition DMK MLAs may boycott the session due to…

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Stalin slams TVK govt over Udhayanidhi's arrest, warns 'arrogance leads to destruction'

DMK President M.K. Stalin condemned the TVK government's alleged arrogance and high-handedness. He demanded the immediate release of all detained DMK cadres across the state. Udhayanidhi Stalin's arrest followed his remarks during a Cauvery water dispute protest. The Madras High Court ordered Udhayanidhi Stalin's immediate release, which Stalin hailed. Stalin…

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'Blatant cowardice': DMK slams Vijay govt over arrest of Udhayanidhi Stalin

DMK MP Kanimozhi on Tuesday condemned the Vijay government over the arrest of Leader of the Opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin, calling it an act of political vendetta. She alleged the arrest was intended to prevent him from attending the Legislative Assembly session beginning Wednesday.

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Udhayanidhi Stalin, DMK workers arrested after FIR over CM Vijay remarks and 'Trisha' slogan controversy

Udhayanidhi Stalin Arrested: Udhayanidhi Stalin was arrested by Chennai Police on Tuesday after an FIR was registered against him over his alleged derogatory remarks against Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay. Police had stepped up security outside his Chennai residence ahead of the arrest. The controversy stemmed from a…

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SC grants interim anticipatory bail to DMK's Senthil Balaji in TASMAC case

The Supreme Court granted anticipatory bail to DMK leader V Senthil Balaji. This relief was provided until further orders in a new corruption case. The court imposed conditions including cooperation with the investigation and passport deposit. Balaji faces allegations of irregularities in the Tamil Nadu State Marketing Corporation. The Madras…

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SC Judge V Mohana recuses from hearing Senthil Balaji's anticipatory bail plea

Justice V Mohana recused herself from hearing V Senthil Balaji's bail plea. The Supreme Court will hear the urgent plea later today. Balaji seeks pre-arrest bail in a fresh corruption case involving TASMAC. The Madras High Court had previously dismissed his anticipatory bail petition. This case involves alleged irregularities and…

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Will table audit report on corruption during DMK regime, says TN Finance Minister

Tamil Nadu Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson said the TVK government will table an audit report during the Budget session alleging corruption and "party fund" irregularities under the previous DMK regime. He also reiterated the government's commitment to abolishing NEET.

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"Ban NEET": DMK President MK Stalin reiterates call for abolition of medical entrance exam

MK Stalin continues his demand for abolishing the NEET medical entrance examination. Protests are ongoing in Delhi concerning alleged irregularities in the NEET-UG 2026 examination. The Cockroach Janta Party will continue its protest until the Education Minister resigns. Activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his hunger strike after receiving government assurances. The…

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DMK steps up demand to scrap NEET, justifies protests outside Parliament

A senior DMK leader demanded the immediate abolition of the NEET medical entrance exam. He stated the current system favors coaching centers and paper leak cartels. Bright students from underprivileged backgrounds are penalised without financial means for test preparation. Parliamentary discussions on the issue are being suppressed, leading to street…

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South Central 84: INDIA bloc’s drift towards BJP and how India perceives child abuse

In this week’s South Central, hosts Dhanya Rajendran and Pooja Prasanna first discuss the churning in the country’s political Opposition, with several allies of the Congress now warming up to the ruling BJP. They are joined by senior journalist and author Neerja Chowdhury and journalist Arvind Gunasekar. In the second…

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"Ask DMK why they are doing flip-flop": Congress' Karti Chidambaram on party's stand on delimitation bill

"You have to ask the DMK for its reasons why they are doing a flip-flop. In my opinion, they are being enticed with this One Nation One Election. They are in a little bit of urgency to have another election. But all I can tell you is if the DMK…

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DMK to study Bill on delimitation, decide matter on 'merit'

The DMK will study the proposed delimitation Bill when tabled in Parliament, and a decision will be made based on merits to protect Tamil Nadu's interests. Discussions will include a fifty per cent seat increase and retaining current seat proportions. The DMK will decide this matter independently without consulting the…

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SC seeks ECI's response on MDMK's plea against SIR in Tamil Nadu

The Supreme Court is reviewing a plea against Tamil Nadu's electoral roll revision. Several political parties have also approached the apex court challenging this exercise. The Special Intensive Revision aims to update voter lists across several states. This process could potentially disenfranchise voters without due process. The final voter list…

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AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami seeks greater, more effective role for party's IT wing

AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami urged the party's IT wing to adopt advanced technology. He stressed the need for members to adapt to digital developments and enhance their online presence. This directive follows a perceived generation gap in social media handling compared to rivals. The party aims to leverage Artificial…

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'No success can erase pain of Karur': CM Vijay recalls stampede tragedy, announces memorial for victims

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay spoke about the Karur stampede tragedy. He stated the incident remains a deep wound in his political journey. Vijay alleged police failed to manage the crowd adequately during the event. He also accused the previous DMK government of shifting blame onto him. A…

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TVK MLA claims Rs 30 crore offer to join DMK, alleges death threats

In a shocking revelation, a TVK MLA has alleged that he was presented with bribes amounting to thirty to one hundred crore rupees to defect to another political party. Following his refusal, he reports receiving threatening messages and harassment. The legislator believes he has solid evidence supporting his claims of…

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‘How can court regulate CM's visit?’ : Supreme Court asks DMK as it dismisses plea against Vijay's Karur stampede victims visit

The Supreme Court has expressed skepticism about the DMK's appeal to impose restrictions on the Chief Minister's engagements. This request emerged from concerns that public statements could skew the CBI investigation into the September 2025 Karur stampede, which resulted in 41 fatalities. Senior counsel contended that the narrative being shaped…

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DMK hits out at Tamil Nadu govt over removal of Stalin's name from desalination project plaque

The DMK has strongly criticized the ruling TVK for allegedly removing a plaque bearing M K Stalin's name from a desalination project. This move escalates the political rivalry, with the DMK accusing the TVK of "erasing" their government's achievements. The project, crucial for Chennai's water supply, was commissioned by Stalin.…

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BJP leader Tamilisai Soundararajan defends DMK ex-minister's arrest by TVK govt

Senior BJP leader Tamilisai Soundararajan defended her stance on the arrest of former DMK minister Anitha R Radhakrishnan, emphasizing the need for decorum in public discourse. She clarified that the BJP's support was for legal accountability, not the ruling TVK government. Radhakrishnan was arrested for alleged derogatory remarks against Chief…

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Karur stampede: DMK moves SC to restrain TVK leaders from making public statements

The DMK has approached the Supreme Court, seeking to prevent TVK leaders, including Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay, from making public statements regarding the Karur stampede. The party alleges "false accusations" and claims ministers involved in the incident are now in the Tamil Nadu cabinet. The plea also seeks CBI…

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Tamil Nadu: DMK to file separate case against Aadhav Arjuna over Karur stampede remarks, terms Anitha Radhakrishnan's arrest "vendetta politics"

Radhakrishnan was taken into police custody today shortly after the Madras High Court dismissed his anticipatory bail petition. Justice GK Ilanthiraiyan rejected the plea, which was filed in connection with a case registered over the former minister's allegedly defamatory remarks against Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay during a DMK public…

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AIADMK faces another jolt as former minister Vaigai Selvan resigns from party

AIADMK faces another blow as former minister Vaigai Selvan resigns. This follows ex-ministers C Vijayabaskar and MR Vijayabhaskar joining the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK). They cited betrayal of party ideology and alleged AIADMK leadership ignored alliance calls with TVK, instead secretly negotiating with the DMK. The leaders emphasized their move…

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