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Periyar University V-C arrested as he refused to appoint Registrar of government’s choice: Annamalai

BJP state president K. Annamalai claims V-C R. Jagannathan arrested for refusing to appoint Registrar proposed by Minister K. Ponmudy. Salem police say otherwise.

The Hindu · Jan 3, 2024

Notwithstanding Ponmudy’s conviction, VCK keen on Villupuram LS seat

VCK hopes to retain Villupuram Lok Sabha seat in 2024, despite DMK ally K. Ponmudy's conviction in a disproportionate assets case.

The Hindu · Jan 1, 2024

For the Madras High Court, 2023 was an eventful year

Tamil Nadu news: The year 2023 turned out to be highly eventful for the Madras High Court.

The Hindu · Dec 30, 2023

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Two down: On the conviction of a senior functionary and the DMK

For the ruling DMK in Tamil Nadu, the conviction of one of its deputy general secretaries at a time when it is facing a barrage of corruption charges, is an undoubted political setback

The Hindu · Dec 22, 2023

Ponmudy | From a history teacher to the DMK strongman of Villupuram

Former college teacher K. Deivasigamani alias Ponmudy rose to become a powerful DMK Minister in 1989, making his presence felt in DMK & Dravidar Kazhagam circles.

The Hindu · Dec 21, 2023

Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

Tamil Nadu Higher Education Minister K. Ponmudy and wife sentenced to 3 years imprisonment, DMK to file appeal in Supreme Court, CM Stalin visits flood-hit areas, Thousand Lights MLA report on Chennai floods.

The Hindu · Dec 21, 2023

Ponmudy conviction | DMK legal wing will appeal at the Supreme Court: N.R. Elango

DMK to file appeal in SC against Madras HC verdict sentencing TN Higher Education Minister to 3 years imprisonment. Elango alleges latent bias & BJP's fear of DMK's strength.

The Hindu · Dec 21, 2023

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Ponmudy conviction | Higher Education portfolio in T.N. re-allocated to R.S. Rajakannappan

Tamil Nadu's Minister for Higher Education & Backward Classes Welfare, R.S. Rajakannappan, re-designated following conviction & sentencing of K. Ponmudy in a disproportionate assets case.

The Hindu · Dec 21, 2023

Suo motu revisions against Ministers | Lawyers anxious about which judge will next hold MP/MLA portfolio at Madras High Court

Suo motu revisions against Ministers: Lawyers representing four sitting Ministers and two former Ministers face anxiety over who will hold the MP/MLA portfolio in Madras High Court. Justice N. Anand Venkatesh held the portfolio in Aug. but was transferred to Madurai Bench. Justice G. Jayachandran now holds the portfolio, but…

The Hindu · Dec 13, 2023

Anna varsity exam fee hike not applicable this semester: Ponmudy

Anna Univ. exam fee hike not applicable for current semester; 56 ineligible faculty members dismissed from Annamalai Univ. based on Syndicate approval.

The Hindu · Nov 17, 2023

T.N. Open University organises 14th convocation, Ponmody boycotts it

TN Open University conducts 14th convocation. Over 9,000 graduate. Hr ed minister K Ponmudy stays away

The Hindu · Nov 8, 2023

SC refuses to grant relief to Minister Ponmudy in suo motu proceedings by HC judge

SC dismisses petitions of TN Minister, wife challenging suo motu proceedings initiated by Madras HC judge against transfer of their trial and acquittal in a disproportionate assets case. CJ Chandrachud hailed Justice Venkatesh for his judicial action, saying "Thank god for our judicial institution we have judges like Justice Anand…

The Hindu · Nov 6, 2023

T.N. Higher Education Minister Ponmudy to boycott MKU convocation over Governor’s refusal to award honorary doctorate to Sankaraiah

TN Higher Ed Minister K. Ponmudy boycotts MKU convocation due to Governor R.N. Ravi's refusal to award honorary doctorate to freedom fighter N. Sankaraiah. Minister alleges Governor acting as agent of BJP/RSS, not respecting freedom fighters. Minister blames Governor for trying to defame TN govt. through lies.

The Hindu · Nov 1, 2023

Governor Ravi should sign file for awarding doctorate to Sankaraiah if he truly cared for freedom fighters from Tamil Nadu: Minister Ponmudy

Min. Ponmudy appeals to Gov. R.N. Ravi to sign file awarding honorary doctorate to freedom fighter N. Sankaraiah; urges managements of educational institutions to facilitate students to sign campaign against NEET.

The Hindu · Oct 25, 2023

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The Hindu · Oct 25, 2023

Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

Tamil Nadu govt announces 4% DA hike for 16 lakh employees, pensioners. Bike-borne man detained for attempting to hurl petrol bomb near Raj Bhavan. TN BJP president K. Annamalai reacts, citing law & order situation. Minister K. Ponmudy requests Governor R.N. Ravi to sign file for honorary doctorate to freedom…

The Hindu · Oct 19, 2023

Governor Ravi refused approval to award MKU’s honorary doctorate to Sankaraiah, says Ponmudy

Tamil Nadu Higher Education Minister K. Ponmudy urges Governor R.N. Ravi to award honorary doctorate to freedom fighter N. Sankaraiah at Madurai Kamaraj University convocation. The Syndicate and Senate passed resolutions to recognize Sankaraiah's services to freedom struggle and poor. Balakrishnan condemns Governor for refusal to grant degree. Gov. urged…

The Hindu · Oct 5, 2023

Madras High Court directs Tamil Nadu government to list steps taken to prevent illegal erection of flex boards, banners

Madras HC directs TN govt to file affidavit on steps taken to prevent illegal flex boards, festoons, buntings, hoardings, cut-outs, which can cause mishaps. Petitioner's counsel claims minor died while erecting DMK flagpoles. HC insists on strict enforcement of rules to prevent illegal installations.

The Hindu · Sep 20, 2023

U.K. varsities to collaborate with State institutions for research, faculty, student exchange programmes

TN govt signs MoU with British Council for student mobility, capacity building, research & transnational edu. 7 TN univs partnering with 9 UK univs. CM's Naan Mudhalvan scheme discussed. 14 UK univs & 2 apex bodies to collaborate with 25 TN insts. VIT receives grant.

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The Hindu · Sep 14, 2023

Judge refuses to recuse himself from hearing suo motu revision against Minister Ponmudy’s acquittal

Madras HC rejects plea to recuse judge from hearing suo motu revision against acquittal of Higher Education Minister K. Ponmudy & wife. Judge N. Anand Venkatesh said expression of strong view at stage of ordering notices on suo motu revision not enough to raise plea of bias. DVAC & accused…

The Hindu · Sep 14, 2023

Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

Seventeen Indian fishermen arrested by Sri Lankan Navy, TN CM requests Union Minister for their release; Madras HC observes tardy investigation by CB-CID in water tank incident; VHP leader arrested for derogatory comments on Ambedkar & Thiruvalluvar; Madras HC judge refuses to recuse from hearing suo motu revision petition against…

The Hindu · Sep 7, 2023

Madras High Court takes up two more suo motu revision petitions against discharge of Tamil Nadu Minister I. Periyasamy, former Minister B. Valarmathi from corruption cases

The present revision had been taken up against an order passed by an Additional Special Court for MP/MLA cases in Chennai on March 17, 2023.

The Hindu · Aug 25, 2023

Veeramani expresses concern over ‘tone’ of judgment on suo motu revision of cases against Ministers

K. Veeramani expresses concern over language used in Madras HC order on acquittal of Ministers. Alleges order contains "harsh" language to "sling mud" at govt, judicial officers & police. Questions if it's fair & just approach & if impression of ulterior motives is expression of "matured justness". Asks why petition…

The Hindu · Aug 24, 2023

DMK sees ‘pick and choose’ policy in suo motu revision of cases against Ministers

DMK to approach SC against HC's 'pick and choose' policy in taking up cases against AIADMK Ministers. DMK leader Bharathi alleges HC followed mala fide intentions while hearing cases. DMK has faith in courts and won many cases, including one for burial of Karunanidhi's mortal remains.

The Hindu · Aug 21, 2023

DMK observes fast against NEET

DMK's youth wing held a day-long fast in Villupuram to demand the scrapping of NEET in TN and oppose the Governor's refusal. Minister Ponmudy said the DMK had been opposing NEET from the start and demanded shifting of Education from the concurrent list to the State list. MLAs and representatives…

Dynamite News · Aug 10, 2023

Madras HC takes 'suo motu revision' of TN Minister Ponmudi's acquittal in disproportionate wealth case

Madras High Court on Thursday decided to take a 'suo motu revision' of a Trial court order acquitting Tamil Nadu Minister for Higher Education K Ponmudy in a disproportionate wealth case. Read further on Dynamite news.

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