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DMK rules out alliance with Congress; challenges rivals to local body polls by January

DMK leader R S Bharathi declared no future alliance with the Congress party. He issued a strong electoral challenge to rivals for upcoming local body polls. Bharathi also downplayed actor Vijay's TVK party's recent electoral gains.

The Economic Times · Jun 7

'Will not contest in Trichy bypoll, no desire for ministerial post,' says VCK chief Thol Thirumavalavan

Thol Thirumavalavan, VCK chief, will not contest the Tiruchirappalli East Assembly seat. He declined an offer to become a minister in the TVK cabinet. Thirumavalavan stated he will not participate in any by-elections. His support for TVK was to prevent President's rule. He remains committed to the DMK-led alliance and…

The Economic Times · Jun 2

Our support to TVK is to prevent President's rule, help Vijay form govt: VCK chief Thirumavalavan

VCK chief Thol Thirumavalavan declared his party's support for Vijay's TVK, calling it a move to prevent President's rule in Tamil Nadu. The decision ensures the people's mandate for TVK is fulfilled and VCK's support is unconditional, he said.

The Economic Times · May 9

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DMK-AIADMK tie-up? What analysts are saying

Reports of DMK and AIADMK joining forces are being seen as speculation. According to analysts, there have been no discussions between the parties. Ideological differences and leadership issues make such a tie-up unlikely, they say.

The Economic Times · May 7

A new saffron geography: BJP’s Bengal breakthrough extends its eastern dominance

The BJP has swept West Bengal and cemented Assam. The trends now point to something larger: a continuous saffron arc running from the northeast to Gujarat’s coast.

Newslaundry · May 4

Early trends: BJP surges in Bengal, Vijay’s TVK springs a surprise in Tamil Nadu

Early counting trends from five state and union territory assembly elections point to a possible BJP breakthrough in West Bengal and an unexpected frontrunner in Tamil Nadu in the form of actor-turned-politician Vijay’s new party.

Newslaundry · May 4

TN polls 2026: Does DMK see Vijay as a political threat? | Kanimozhi interview

As Tamil Nadu heads toward the 2026 Assembly elections, the political landscape is witnessing an unseen multi-cornered contest. The ruling DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance is seeking another term in office, while the AIADMK-BJP has formed a bloc to mount a strong challenge against the DMK bloc.

Newslaundry · Apr 9

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South Central 46: Attack on CJI Gavai and the power of cults in Indian politics

In this episode of South Central, hosts Dhanya Rajendran and Pooja Prasanna first discuss whether the attack on the Chief Justice of India, BR Gavai, is more than what just meets the eye. Justice Gavai is the second Dalit CJI of India. The hosts are joined by Ajoy Ashirwad, Political…

Newslaundry · Oct 12, 2025

South Central Ep 1: CJI Chandrachud’s legacy, Vijay in politics, Kerala’s WhatsApp group row

In the first episode, hosts Dhanya Rajendran, Pooja Prasanna, and Leena Reghunath are joined by professor Anup Surendranath and Newslaundry’s Abhinandan Sekhri.

Newslaundry · Nov 16, 2024

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