Chennai, September 26, 2026: DMK president and former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin has urged Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay to “do some introspection” following Vijay’s campaign speech in Madurantakam on Friday. Responding to a series of allegations against the DMK, Stalin questioned Vijay’s record of speaking against the BJP and challenged his comments on women, a sexual assault case and the Karur tragedy.

Bengaluru, September 25, 2026: Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has drawn criticism over a remark in the Assembly suggesting that around a dozen MLAs who moved to Bengaluru had married twice. BJP leaders have asked him to identify the legislators he was referring to, saying the comment has raised suspicion about others who relocated to the city. Shi

Vijay expands Kamaraj breakfast scheme in Tamil Nadu to Classes 6-8, adding nearly 15.30 lakh students. The Tamil Nadu free breakfast scheme now widens school meal coverage across government and government-aided schools. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has expanded the Perunthalaivar Kamarajar Breakfast Scheme to students studying in Classes 6 to 8, significantly widening the reach of the state's free morning meal programme.

Iran has sent seven conditions to Washington through Qatar for reopening talks and ending the war, warning that it is ready for decisive conflict if its demands are rejected. Iran sends conditions through Qatar Mohsen Rezaei, secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, said Qatar had delivered Tehran’s conditions to Washington and Iran was awaiting President Donald Trump’s response. Rezaei named three demands: an end to fighting on all fronts,

Vice President JD Vance’s speech at the Republican midterm convention in Dallas was briefly disrupted when a protester stood on the convention floor and waved a Mexican flag. The JD Vance Dallas protest interrupted remarks focused on immigration, national identity and the Republican Party’s midterm message. Mexican flag The protester rose during Vance’s speech, held the Mexican flag above

Texas Democrats are using the Republican Party’s historic midterm convention in Dallas to emphasize affordability, health care and voting access, while Republicans rally around President Donald Trump’s agenda ahead of the November 2026 elections. Texas Democrats are using the Republican National Committee’s first-ever midterm convention in Dallas to sharpen their message on affordability and voting access ahead of th

Tamil Nadu politics has once again found itself at the centre of a high-profile controversy involving actor-politician Vijay and actress Trisha. Long-running speculation surrounding the two has periodically resurfaced in public discussions, although neither Vijay nor Trisha has officially confirmed claims about their personal relationship. The issue has now attracted the attention of actor-politician Kangana Ranaut, who has spoken in support of Trisha amid criticism and alleged pers

The West Bengal Durga Puja ad has sparked a political controversy after Goddess Durga was shown with eleven arms instead of the traditional ten. TMC and CPM leaders criticised the depiction, while BJP state president Samik Bhattacharya called it an agency mistake that would be corrected.   Goddess Durga 11-Armed Image Triggers Political Controversy A West Bengal government advertisement linked to

The Republican Party’s first-ever midterm convention in Dallas is attracting attention not only for its unusual timing but also for its high-dollar donor events. Reported packages include an $88,600 photo with President Donald Trump and a $250,000 roundtable with him as the GOP intensifies fundraising ahead of the November elections. Trump photo fee reaches $88,600 Donors attending the Republ

The “Vijay for PM 2029” campaign has become a major talking point in Tamil Nadu politics after the India Today-CVoter Mood of the Nation survey placed Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay third among respondents’ preferred choices for prime minister. The survey showed Prime Minister Narendra Modi leading with 48.7 percent support, followed by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi at 27.1 percent and Vijay at 9.2 percent. The result has given fresh momentum to TVK supporters who say Vijay’s

California Governor Gavin Newsom will visit Alabama, South Carolina and North Carolina during a four-day “Take It Back Tour,” supporting Democratic candidates and highlighting civil rights as speculation continues about his national ambitions. Newsom Plans Three-State Southern Tour California Governor Gavin Newsom is preparing for a four-day political tour across 10 counties in three Southern states beginning Wednesday Sep 2nd 2026. Th

The Natalie Harp Trump row has intensified after Georgia Senator Jon Ossoff publicly targeted President Donald Trump’s close working relationship with his executive assistant. The remarks triggered an unusually aggressive White House response and renewed attention on Harp’s access, personal letters and role inside Trump’s circle. Ossoff remarks put Natalie Harp in spotlight Democratic Sen

The Kharge Vande Mataram row intensified on Tuesday, August 18, as Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge defended the version of the national song followed by his party and rejected BJP allegations of disrespect. The dispute has also fuelled a wider Congress-BJP clash as Kharge focuses on strengthening the party in Goa ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections. Vande Mataram Row Intensifies Kharge t

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay’s proposed new office at Namakkal Kavignar Maligai has come under scrutiny following allegations over the renovation tender process. The office is reportedly being shifted to the 10th floor to allow the Chief Minister to work closer to senior government officials and improve administrative coordination. ₹5.54 Crore Renovation Tender Draws Scrutiny Questions have been raised over the reported ₹5.54 crore renovation te

Tamil Nadu’s ₹67,542 crore investment announcement has triggered a political debate, with the DMK questioning how many TN investment MoUs under TVK represent fresh projects. Former Industries Minister TRB Rajaa also raised concerns over airports, jobs and the state’s investment branding strategy. The Tamil Nadu government has announced investment commitments worth ₹67,542 crore across 97 projects at the Vettri Tamil Nadu Investment

India's Parliament Monsoon Session 2026 ended on August 13 after weeks of Parliament disruptions driven by student protests, the Ram temple row and demands for government answers. PRS Legislative Research said Lok Sabha worked for only 15% of its scheduled time and Rajya Sabha for 33%, while legislative scrutiny and Question Hour were heavily affected. Parliament disruptions dominate the session

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BJP and Congress leaders confronted each other in the Parliament complex on Tuesday as political attention shifted to the Jharkhand student protests. The dispute followed police action against aspirants demanding answers over alleged JPSC and JSSC examination irregularities in Ranchi. Jharkhand Students in Jharkhand have been protesting over alleged irregularities linked to recruitment and comp

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay stepped up the Tamil Nadu anti-drug drive on August 11 by leading students in a mass anti-drug pledge in Chennai. The programme forms part of the government's wider Drug Free Tamil Nadu campaign, which combines school awareness, stronger enforcement, rehabilitation and public reporting tools. Anti-drug pledge brings students into campaign Students from

PM Modi, Gandhis join Revati Sule’s wedding reception The wedding reception of NCP (SP) MP Supriya Sule’s daughter, Revati Sule, brought several of India’s leading political figures together in Delhi on Monday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra were among the prominent guests who attended the reception at the Pawar family’s residence at 6, Janpath. Revati, the daughter of Supriya Sule and granddaughter of NCP (SP) president Sharad Pawar, married Sarang Lakhani. The newlyweds welcomed the guests, posed for photographs and received their blessings during the evening. Leaders from different parties attend The guest list included RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla. Several chief ministers and senior representatives from national and regional parties also attended. Photographs from the event showed Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra greeting the couple and interacting with members of the Pawar family. Congress MP Deepender Singh Hooda shared pictures from the reception. The photographs included his meetings with Sharad Pawar, the newlyweds, Praful Patel and Jitendra Awhad. Sharad Pawar and Supriya Sule personally received guests as leaders from different political parties arrived to congratulate Revati and Sarang. Wedding celebrations attract political attention The reception took place a day after the wedding ceremony, which was also attended by several senior leaders. Rahul Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge, Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar and Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann were among those present. One photograph showing Prime Minister Modi, Sharad Pawar and Amit Shah seated near one another attracted particular attention. The image appeared amid recent engagements between the NCP (SP) leadership and the central government. However, no formal political meeting was announced during the private celebration. The presence of leaders from rival parties highlighted the Pawar family’s wide political relationships. Sharad Pawar has worked with politicians across different parties during his long public career. Although the gathering attracted attention because of its high-profile guest list, it remained a family celebration. Leaders attended to congratulate the newlyweds and spend time with the Pawar family. The reception offered a rare sight of political rivals meeting away from election campaigns and parliamentary debates. From Prime Minister Modi and Amit Shah to the Gandhi family and regional leaders, the event brought many prominent political personalities together under one roof.