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Activist files complaint at Salem court against Tamil Nadu BJP president for provocative speech

Activist V. Piyush filed a complaint against BJP State President K. Annamalai for issuing threats and making provocative statements. Piyush alleged that Annamalai cited an incident of 1956, claiming a leader had said human blood would be offered for Abhishekam.

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DMK rule the worst in Tamil Nadu history, says Annamalai

BJP State President K. Annamalai slams DMK govt. for detaining farmers protesting land acquisition. Accuses Ministers of "collective loot" & "fooling" people. Alleges TN has not seen "worst rule" in its history. Claims DMK's governance should be named "Tasmac model".

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BJP flays govt. for detaining farmers under Goondas Act

BJP State President K. Annamalai condemns TN govt for invoking Goondas Act against peaceful protesting farmers. He calls it "cowardly act" & promises full legal support to detainees' families.

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DMK has failed to fulfil poll promises, says Tamil Nadu BJP chief Annamalai

BJP State unit president K. Annamalai on Thursday said that the DMK had failed to fulfil the promises made to the people on various issues.

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Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

Tamil Nadu Speaker M. Appavu announces special Assembly session to pass Bills returned by Governor R.N. Ravi. School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi announces TN State Board exam schedule for classes 10-12. TN BJP President K. Annamalai condemns invoking of Goondas Act against protesting farmers of Cheyyar. Session to pass…

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India’s respect has increased globally under PM Modi’s rule: Tamil Nadu BJP President Annamalai

Bharatiya Janata Party State president K. Annamalai on Sunday contended India’s respect globally had increased substantially under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership.

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Expedite approvals for firecracker shops, Annamalai urges government

BJP State president K. Annamalai urges TN govt to expedite approvals for firecracker retail outlets, citing huge delay & adversely affecting livelihood of thousands of retailers & firecracker industry. Delay due to change from 3 to 5 authorities. Could lead to irregularities.

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Suspended T.N. BJP functionary Suriya Shiva reinstated, given his previous post

Tamil Nadu BJP reinstates Suriya Shiva as OBC wing gen. sec. after 6-month removal. Annamalai forms 'Startup Cell' with Ananthan Ayyasamy as convenor. Shiva thanks Annamalai, Vinayakan and other BJP functionaries for support. Resolution of issue between Shiva and Saran amicably.

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Congress demand for caste census not to strengthen caste system: TNCC president K.S. Alagiri

Chennai Congress leaders garlanded Indira Gandhi's statue, with K.S. Alagiri saying the demand for socio-economic caste census is to ensure reservations are based on accurate data. He rejected Tamil Nadu BJP president's criticism of the State's debt, saying it is allowed and Central govt. debt is higher. He also said…

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Perambalur Collectorate scuffle | Aide of T.N. Transport Minister among DMK men booked for assaulting government officials

The district administration had cited “administrative reasons” for the suspension. Monday was the last day for submission of bids for the auction.

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DMK filing fabricated cases to subdue the growing influence of BJP in T.N., says four-member delegation

BJP delegation finds 409 cases against party cadre in TN "fabricated"; allege DMK govt trying to "subdue" BJP's growing influence. Delegation met with BJP functionaries, family of arrested persons & Governor R.N. Ravi. Delegation to file report to BJP president & seek Union Home Minister's intervention. Police urged to act…

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T.N. sanctions prosecution of Annamalai for hate speech

Tamil Nadu govt. grants sanction to prosecute BJP State president K. Annamalai for his “hate speech” against a “Christian Missionary NGO”, based on legal opinion from SPP. Govt. satisfied that speech had intention to cause fear, promote disharmony & disturb public tranquillity.

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Kanimozhi, Annamalai seek Jaishankar’s intervention for release of T.N. fishermen detained at the Maldives

MP K. Kanimozhi and TN BJP president K. Annamalai wrote to Minister for External Affairs S. Jaishankar to secure release of 12 TN fishermen arrested by Maldivian authorities. Kanimozhi requested Jaishankar to release fishermen and boat at earliest. Annamalai highlighted arrest and requested swift repatriation. He thanked Jaishankar for support…

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Six persons from BJP arrested following drama over removal of party’s flagpole in front of Annamalai’s house

Six BJP members arrested in TN for erecting flagpole without permission. Police used force to remove flagpole, 110 people detained, five men allegedly involved in damaging earthmover vehicle arrested, Reddy for alleged involvement in entire episode. BJP leaders allege DMK acting in arrogance, vow to install 10,000 flagpoles in 100…

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Alagiri criticises Annamalai’s remark on Senthilbalaji’s bail plea

TNCC president K.S. Alagiri criticised BJP State president K. Annamalai's remark that Minister V. Senthilbalaji's bail plea would be dismissed. Alagiri said interfering with court affairs is the biggest crime and people of TN will ensure BJP's defeat, make them lose deposit in all seats and teach them a lesson.

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DMK keen on protecting corrupt Ministers: BJP leader Annamalai

BJP's K. Annamalai accuses ruling DMK of protecting Ministers with corruption charges. He claims power tariff in TN is highest in India, hurting MSMEs. He also alleges Mahalir Urimai Thogai benefits few and TASMAC won't be closed due to DMK's vested interests.

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Corruption in Tamil Nadu has doubled since Stalin took over, says Piyush Goyal

Union Minister Piyush Goyal charges that corruption in Tamil Nadu has doubled since M.K. Stalin took power. PM Modi strives for corruption-free governance, while DMK regime is anti-Hindu. PM recovered 361 idols of Hindu gods, while 2 lakh acres of temples lands encroached in last two years. Kanimozhi's Women's Rights…

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It will be BJP versus DMK in Tamil Nadu in 2024 election, says Annamalai

BJP TN prez Annamalai says 2024 election will be contest between BJP and DMK. He believes BJP will grow in TN and it will reflect in 2024 election. He is confident TN will play a big role in re-electing Modi for a third term.

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Annamalai advised bed rest for two weeks; yatra postponed

BJP TN Pres. Annamalai advised 2wks bed rest due to lower respiratory tract infection. Yatra postponed, but he'll attend office bearers' meeting. Criticised CM Stalin for letter to PM Modi, claiming PM gave 11 new medical colleges to TN.

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Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

Madras HC refuses to issue direction to TN govt to conduct caste-wise census; AIADMK firm on decision not to demand removal of BJP state president; MLAs meet Union FM to address coconut farmers' issues; four killed in fire cracker unit explosion in Mayiladuthurai.

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AIADMK has not demanded removal of T.N. BJP leader Annamalai: Edappadi Palaniswami

AIADMK not demand removal of BJP State president; AIADMK decided to exit NDA and snap ties with BJP; AIADMK MLAs met Union Finance Minister to address coconut farmers' issues; AIADMK got court rulings in favour of 'two-leaves' symbol.

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‘Patronising, disrespectful’: Press group slams BJP TN chief’s remarks to woman journalist

The Network of Women in Media, India, issued a statement today condemning BJP Tamil Nadu president K Annamalai for making “disparaging remarks” to a woman journalist.

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The BJP’s gamble in Tamil Nadu

Without the AIADMK, the party may find it difficult to win in at least a few seats

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BJP’s State office bearers’ meeting postponed

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Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

Madras HC rules minority institutions need not follow reservation rule; BJP TN chief meets NDA leaders; TN CM rewards ISRO scientists; Nilgiris police book bus owner, drivers for fatal crash; AIADMK, AMMK criticise TN govt for hiring bus drivers via private agency.

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