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If there was horse-trading, there is no greater disgrace than this: DMDK chief

DMDK MLA Premalatha Vijayakanth slammed the government over alleged horse-trading and transparency concerns during a floor test. She questioned the appointment of a special advisor. PMK representative Soumya Anbumani pushed for social justice through a caste survey and total prohibition. Both highlighted key issues facing Tamil Nadu's governance and society.

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Astrologer Rathin Pandit's OSD appointment revoked by Tamil Nadu CM Vijay after backlash

Radhan Pandit: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay is facing political heat after appointing astrologer Rathin Pandit as Officer on Special Duty (OSD) and political wing secretary in the CM’s office. Allies and opposition leaders questioned how an astrologer could hold an official government role in a party that…

The Economic Times

In Tiruvallur, it is a straight contest between Congress and DMDK

Chennai's Tiruvallur parliamentary constituency sees a straight contest between Congress and DMDK candidates, with key issues highlighted.

The Hindu

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Kallakurichi: demand for sago factory, infrastructure issues need to be addressed

Intense three-way contest in Kallakurichi Parliamentary Constituency as DMK, AIADMK, and PMK vie for victory.

The Hindu

AIADMK wants to work for the people and amplify their sentiments in the Parliament, says Palaniswami

AIADMK leader Edappadi K. Palaniswami criticizes DMK, vows to amplify people's sentiments in Parliament, not join Central government.

The Hindu

Irrespective of who is contesting in polls in Tamil Nadu, biryani always wins

Decadent biryani from M. Abbu Bhai's kitchen entices voters and political parties during election season in Chennai.

The Hindu

Coalitions including DMK, AIADMK have dominated T.N. vote share in Lok Sabha polls since 1977

Coalitions that included Tamil Nadu’s two major and opposing Dravidian forces — the DMK and the AIADMK — have claimed most of the State’s vote share in the 12 Lok Sabha elections held since 1977.

The Hindu

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Cuddalore Constituency: going strong on community voting, NLC issue dominates campaign in this constituency

Cuddalore Parliamentary constituency sees three-cornered fight between Congress, PMK, and DMDK, with major issues like land acquisition and pollution.

The Hindu

Lok Sabha polls | DMDK candidate asks EC for more CRPF personnel in Chennai Central constituency

DMDK candidate seeks additional protection and CCTV cameras in Chennai Central to prevent rigging in upcoming elections.

The Hindu

Watch | AIADMK leader Edappadi K. Palaniswami: Quit NDA to address needs of T.N. people

In an exclusive interview with The Hindu at his Greenways Salai residence in Chennai, the AIADMK general secretary talked about a range of issues such as the reasons behind his party’s break with the BJP, the decision to contest without the support of any national party, and more

The Hindu

Lok Sabha polls | Vijaya Prabhakaran counts on father’s legacy, alliance strength for tough battle in Virudhunagar

V. Vijaya Prabhakaran, son of late actor Vijayakanth, to debut in politics, confident of winning Virudhunagar Lok Sabha seat.

The Hindu

Nine LS seats, where DMK, AIADMK and BJP are fighting it out, saw a mixed bag of results in 2009 and 2014

Analysis of Lok Sabha election results in Chennai from 2009 to 2014, highlighting performance of DMK, AIADMK, and BJP.

The Hindu

DMDK candidate files nomination for Thanjavur constituency

DMDK nominee P. Sivanesan files nomination for Thanjavur Lok Sabha seat, joined by BSP and independent candidates.

The Hindu

Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

Senior DMK leader K. Ponmudy re-inducted into Tamil Nadu Cabinet; parties announce candidates for Lok Sabha elections.

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Lok Sabha polls | Vijayakant’s son Vijaya Prabhakaran to make poll debut in Virudhunagar

DMDK announces candidates for Lok Sabha polls in Chennai, including Vijaya Prabhakaran and P. Parthasarathy, facing tough competition.

The Hindu

Lok Sabha polls | AIADMK announces second list of candidates

AIADMK releases second list of Lok Sabha nominees, mostly new faces, including notable figures like R. Kumaraguru.

The Hindu

AIADMK, DMDK hold negotiations on seat-sharing

AIADMK and DMDK negotiate seat-sharing for Lok Sabha polls, with Forward Bloc's support for AIADMK mentioned.

The Hindu

AIADMK, DMDK leaders hold discussion on alliance

AIADMK leaders meet DMDK officials for alliance talks, seat sharing committees to meet soon.

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AIADMK hopeful of roping in PMK, DMDK for Lok Sabha polls

AIADMK seeks alliance with PMK, DMDK, and other parties for Lok Sabha election amid BJP negotiations.

The Hindu

Demand for 14 LS seats and 1 RS seat was not my view: Premalatha

CHENNAIDMDK general secretary Premalatha Vijayakant clarifies that her party's stance on alliances is yet to be decided.

The Hindu

In Tamil Nadu, politics has been a mixed bag for its tinseltown stars

The Hindu

Sarathkumar pays respects to Vijayakant

Actor and politician Sarathkumar paid his respects to DMDK founder Vijayakant who passed away recently in Chennai.

The Hindu

Build memorial for Vijayakant in a public place: DMDK to CM

DMDK appeals to CM Stalin for memorial with statue of party founder Vijayakant in public place, to be open for people to pay respects.

The Hindu

When Vijayakant’s Koyambedu property was a heated topic

DMDK founder Vijayakant's mortal remains laid to rest at former marriage hall in Koyambedu, Chennai, after intense legal battle.

The Hindu

DMDK leader Vijayakant laid to rest with full state honours

Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK) founder Vijayakant was laid to rest with full state honours at the party headquarters in Chennai’s Koyambedu on December 29, 2023.

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