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In TN’s fishing hamlets, Vijay’s rise meets both support and scepticism

Around 1.30 pm, under a punishing sun in Tamil Nadu’s Nagercoil town, families hurried along the highway towards Kanniyakumari. On two-wheelers, with infants as young as six months held close, many wore red and gold-yellow mufflers draped around their necks — a visible sign of allegiance.

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Seeman condemns the arrest of YouTube journalist Felix Gerald

Naam Tamilar Katchi chief Seeman questions democracy in Tamil Nadu after journalist's arrest, demands withdrawal of false cases.

The Hindu

Only NTK can implement Periyar’s ideas; DMK can only speak about it: Seeman

Seeman pays tribute to Iyothee Thass Pandithar, criticizes DMK, advocates for gender equality and opposes Vallalar International Centre.

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Communists never fought for Tamil people’s rights in Mullaperiyar issue, says Seeman

Despite Tamil Nadu government’s request to store more water in the baby dam near Mullaperiyar, Kerala government consistently refused to do so and Communists in Tamil Nadu remained silent about it, alleged Naam Tamilar Katchi chief coordinator Seeman in Nagapattinam on Sunday

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Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

Welcome to the Tamil Nadu Today newsletter, your guide from The Hindu on the major news stories to follow today. Curated and written by Lalitha Ranjani

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There should be separate constituencies for women candidates, says Seeman

NTK chief Seeman advocates for separate reserved constituencies for women candidates in elections to ensure fair representation.

The Hindu

Seeman terms Congress, BJP as ‘poisonous plants’ and enemies of Tamil race

Alleging that the Congress and the BJP were “poisonous plants”, Naam Tamilar Katchi chief coordinator Seeman on Tuesday said that the two parties should not be allowed to emerge victorious in the elections

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Seeman introduces ‘mike’ symbol for Naam Tamilar Katchi; claims Election Commission exhibiting bias

Seeman criticizes Election Commission for bias, claims NTK denied sugarcane symbol for not joining NDA, questions symbol allocation process.

The Hindu

Women constitute 50% of NTK’s list yet again; other fronts put up less than 15%

Chennai Lok Sabha election sees low women candidate representation, with NTK fielding 50% women candidates.

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We don’t want to be one of the parties; we want to be the number one party in Tamil Nadu: Seeman

Chennai Naam Tamilar Katchi aims to be the number 1 party in Tamil Nadu, rejecting alliances and emphasizing Tamil nationalism.

The Hindu

Tamil Nadu prepares for a third front

The probability regarding the third front in Tamil Nadu has gone up, with the AIADMK walking out of its four-year-old alliance with the BJP.

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Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

Madras HC denies bail to jailed Minister V. Senthilbalaji; O. Panneerselvam urges CM M.K. Stalin to scrap electricity tariff hike; NTK chief Seeman claims AIADMK approached him for alliance, but NTK to contest alone.

The Hindu

Rape and extortion complaint: Naam Tamilar Katchi chief coordinator Seeman appears before police

CHENNAI: Naam Tamilar Katchi chief coordinator Seeman on Monday appeared before the Valasaravakkam police station acknowledging the summon issued to him to inquire about the rape and extortion complaint filed by the actress Vijayalakshmi.

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Seeman calls for rollback of hike in Aavin ghee price

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Seeman appears in Erode court in case related to making objectionable remarks against a community

Seeman appeared in court for making objectionable remarks on Arunthathiyar community during election campaign. Judge heard case and adjourned it to Oct 10. Seeman said remark was historical fact, not opinion, and MP A. Raja also spoke on issue but no case was registered against him..

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NTK chief Seeman summoned by police after fresh complaint by actor Vijayalakshmi

Police summon NTK chief Seeman for enquiry in connection to complaint by actor Vijayalakshmi. Seeman requested time till Tuesday to appear before investigation officer. Complaint alleges cheating and criminal intimidation. Statement of Vijayalakshmi recorded under section 164 of Criminal Procedure Code. Medical examination also conducted.

The Hindu

‘I am waiting’, says Seeman on likely police action

Seeman senses "political conspiracy" behind police complaint filed by actor Vijayalakshmi. He awaits police action and claims NTK will have no truck with BJP, Congress, DMK and AIADMK for 2024 LS election. He believes other parties have lost vote share due to opportunistic alliances with DMK and AIADMK.

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Palaniswami reiterates his support for ‘One Nation, One Election’

AIADMK's Palaniswami and TMC's Vasan back 'One Nation, One Election', while Naam Tamilar Katchi's Seeman opposes it. Palaniswami says it will reduce political instability, save time and money, while Vasan says it will reduce govt. expenses and help in proper utilisation of security forces. Seeman says it's unnecessary when there…

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Will contest against Modi if he enters fray in Tamil Nadu: Seeman

NTK chief Seeman challenges PM Modi to contest in TN; claims DMK failed to fulfill 8% of election promises. He believes Congress & BJP are same, accuses Union govt of using ED to exert political pressure. Seeman wants Vijayalakshmi's complaint to pass, claims he has a family & two children.

The Hindu

Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

NTK Chief Coordinator Seeman to contest against PM Modi if he contests in TN. PM promised 2cr jobs/yr but didn't deliver. Madras HC directs actor T.R. Silambarasan to furnish ₹1cr security. CCB files case against Chennai Corp Deputy Mayor Magesh Kumar for cheating deceased businessman's wife.

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NTK will have more office bearers post party reorganisation

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Tamil Nadu BJP chief Annamalai silent on corruption allegations against former AIADMK ministers, says Seeman

Seeman (NTK coordinator) criticizes Annamalai (BJP State president) for not speaking on corruption allegations against former AIADMK ministers, Kodanad murder case, and Thoothukudi police firing incident. He questions if alliance with AIADMK makes them clean. He also alleges Congress and BJP for allocating funds for Mekedatu dam. He believes BJP…

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Focus Tamil Nadu | Who is Seeman and why is he under attack?

A video on the political career of Seeman and the future of his Naam Tamilar Katchi party

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Language and race gives a greater identity than religion and caste: Seeman

Seeman claims Muslims and Christians in TN are Tamils and from majority community, but his remarks of calling minorities 'children of Satan' for voting DMK-Congress alliance has been criticized. Thirumavalavan and Gandhi condemn Seeman's remarks, saying it's anti-democratic to treat voters based on religion.

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Minorities have voted consistently for forces of secularism, democracy and social justice: Jawahirullah

MMK leader Jawahirullah condemns Seeman's comments on minorities as 'disgusting'; minorities have consistently voted for secularism, democracy & social justice; Seeman's views similar to BJP-RSS; MMK opposed DMK on Factories Act; MMK protested for release of long-term prisoners; TNCC leader Selvaperunthagai says no hate-promoting party can survive in TN.

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