Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi triggered a major political controversy on Tuesday after walking out of the state Assembly session, refusing to deliver the speech prepared by the MK Stalin-led DMK government. His sudden exit, captured on video, showed him leaving the premises and departing in his official car, drawing immediate attention across political and public circles. Soon after, the Raj Bhavan released a detailed 13-point explanation accusing the state government of disrespecting the natio

JioHotstar created a landmark moment in the South Indian entertainment industry by announcing a massive investment of ₹4,000 crore to strengthen regional content, talent development and digital storytelling over the next five years. The announcement was made on December 9, 2025 at the JioHotstar South Unbound grand event held in Chennai. Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin, Kamal Haasan, Mohanlal, Nagarjuna, Vijay Sethupathi and several South film industry giants attended th

The Thiruvannamalai Annamalaiyar Temple, one of India’s most revered Shiva temples, stands at the foothills of the sacred Arunachala Hill in Tamil Nadu. Known as the temple of fire (Agni) among the five Panch Bhoota Sthalams, it holds deep spiritual significance. Devotees believe that Lord Shiva manifested here as an infinite column of light, symbolizing supreme truth and divine power. Rich in history, the temple has been shaped by the Chola, Pallava, Hoysala, Pandya, and Vijayanagara dynas

In the run-up to the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, the Congress has begun seeking a greater share of seats from its ally, the DMK, while simultaneously warming up to actor Vijay’s Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK). According to sources, senior Congress leaders in Tamil Nadu have been trying to convince the party high command in Delhi to explore an understanding with Vijay, leveraging his growing popularity not only in Tamil Nadu but also in Kerala and Puducherry. The DMK, which

Every year on November 1, several Indian states and union territories mark their foundation day, celebrating the day they were officially reorganized or granted statehood. The date holds unique historical significance as it marks the outcome of India’s post-independence administrative restructuring — a process that reshaped the nation’s map to reflect linguistic and cultural identities. While most people associate November 1 with Kannada Rajyotsava, commemorating the birth of Karnataka,

A public rally by actor-turned-politician Thalapathy Vijay in Karur, Tamil Nadu, ended in tragedy as a massive stampede claimed 36 lives, including women and children, and left many others injured. Officials revealed that the venue had permission for only 10,000 attendees, but nearly two lakh people gathered, causing chaos and the deadly incident. Initially, Vijay refrained from immediate comments when questioned by Ta

In the run-up to the Vice Presidential election, the BJP has maneuvered cleverly, placing the DMK in a tricky position by selecting CP Radhakrishnan, a veteran BJP leader from Tamil Nadu, as their Vice Presidential candidate. The Opposition, however, has responded with its own strategy, naming Justice (retired) B Sudershan Reddy from Andhra Pradesh as its candidate, creating a political dilemma for the Telugu Desam Party (TDP), a key ally of the BJP at the Cen

O Panneerselvam (OPS), a three-time Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and leader of the AIADMK, has announced his decision to quit the BJP alliance ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. This decision is a significant blow to the BJP’s election plans in the state, particularly as OPS holds substantial sway in the influential Thevar community from the southern districts of Tamil Nadu. The decision follows OPS’ exclusion from high-profile meetings

Khushbu Sundar, a prominent actor and politician, has been appointed as one of the Vice-Presidents of BJP Tamil Nadu. Expressing her excitement, Khushbu shared her gratitude for the opportunity and revealed her immediate focus on strengthening the BJP's grassroots presence, particularly in South Chennai. She emphasized the importance of reaching out to voters directly, possibly through door-to-door campaigning, to educate them on the work done by Prime Mi

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has been hospitalized at Apollo Hospital in Chennai after experiencing mild giddiness during his routine morning walk. The 71-year-old leader was admitted to the hospital on Monday morning for medical observation, with doctors conducting various diagnostic tests to assess his condition. The hospital confirmed that Stalin’s symptoms are currently being evaluated. Shortly after

A devastating explosion at a firecracker factory in Sivakasi, Tamil Nadu, on the morning of July 1, 2025, has left four workers dead and several others injured. The incident occurred at a factory in the Chinna Kamanpatti village area, located near Sivakasi in Virudhunagar district. Witnesses reported hearing continuous bursts of firecrackers and seeing thick smoke rising from the building after the explosion. Emergency services, including fire brigades, quickl

Actor-politician Kamal Haasan has decided to postpone filing his Rajya Sabha nomination following controversy surrounding his recent comments about the Kannada language. The nomination, which was originally scheduled for this week, has reportedly been deferred until after the release of his upcoming film Thug Life. The decision was taken after strong backlash erupted in Karnataka over his remarks that “Kannada is born out of Tamil.”

The Karnataka High Court on Tuesday lashed out at actor and filmmaker Kamal Haasan for his controversial comment claiming that “Kannada originated from Tamil.” During a hearing on his plea seeking protection for the release of his upcoming film Thug Life, the court expressed displeasure over his refusal to issue an apology, stating that the remark had "hurt the sentiments" of people across the state.

In a major judgment that followed a highly publicized five-month trial, a Chennai Mahila Court has sentenced biryani vendor Gnanasekaran to life imprisonment for the brutal sexual assault of a 19-year-old student inside Anna University. The convict must serve a minimum of 30 years before any chance of parole and was also fined Rs 90,000. The crime, which took place on December 23, 2024, involved the accused trespassing into the campus, attacking the victim&rsq

The Supreme Court of India has come down hard on the Enforcement Directorate (ED), accusing the central agency of “crossing all limits” during its recent raids on Tamil Nadu’s TASMAC – the state-run liquor distribution corporation. These raids, conducted in March and again in May, have drawn sharp criticism from the judiciary for targeting a government-owned monopoly and allegedly overstepping legal protocols. A Supreme Court bench led by Chief Justice BR Gav

In a remarkable turn of events in the Andhra Pradesh elections, Pawan Kalyan’s Jana Sena Party (JSP) achieved a phenomenal 100% strike rate by winning all 21 MLA seats and 2 MP seats under the NDA alliance. This impressive feat has cemented Kalyan’s position as one of the rare cinema stars to successfully transition into a political powerhouse. While Kalyan’s political journey has reached a significant milestone, Tamil superstar Thalapathy Vijay is now preparing to make his

AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami declared on Sunday that his party would lead a grand alliance in the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections to challenge the ruling DMK and ensure electoral victory. Speaking at a public meeting in Vellore district, he dismissed DMK’s claims of ideological unity and emphasized that alliances are formed strategically to consolidate votes.   Despite Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam ruling out an alliance, Palaniswami remained confi

Thalapathy Vijay has finally spoken out about his decision to step away from Tamil cinema to focus on his political journey. Addressing ongoing speculation that he’s nearing the end of his film career, Vijay confirmed he is indeed leaving the industry to fully commit to politics. The actor shared this with his fans on Sunday during the first TVK Vijay Maanadu event, where he delivered an impassioned speech outlining his future vision. “I have given up the height of my ca

At the inaugural state conference for Tamiliga Vettri Kazhagam in Vikravandi, Villuppuram, actor-turned-politician Vijay delivered a powerful speech aimed at the ruling BJP at the national level and the DMK in Tamil Nadu, though he refrained from directly naming either party. The event, which marked Vijay’s debut political rally, attracted an impressive crowd of over 300,000 supporters. In his address, Vijay declared his commitment to the philosophies of Tamil leaders like Per

In a recent address in Dindigul, Tamil Nadu's Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin made it clear that he will not apologize for his previous remarks on 'Sanatan Dharma.' Drawing inspiration from Dravidian leader Periyar, known for his advocacy against caste discrimination and for women's empowerment, Udhayanidhi defended his statements, asserting that they reflect a long-standing fight against social injustices. Udhayanidhi, the grandson of former Chief Minister