Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay is facing his first major political test within two weeks of the TVK-led coalition government taking office, after two brutal crimes involving minors triggered sharp criticism from opposition parties. Two Crimes Put Law And Order Under Spotlight The controversy intensified after the murder of a 17-year-old boy near the Meenakshi Sun
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay is facing his first major political test within two weeks of the TVK-led coalition government taking office, after two brutal crimes involving minors triggered sharp criticism from opposition parties. Two Crimes Put Law And Order Under Spotlight The controversy intensified after the murder of a 17-year-old boy near the Meenakshi Sun
The controversy surrounding Sanatan Dharma was reignited in the Tamil Nadu Assembly, with DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin advocating once again for the ‘eradication of Sanatan’ on the floor of the house. His remarks, made on the first day of the assembly session post the 2026 state elections, mirrored his earlier controversial comments, where he likened Sanatan Dharma to diseases like dengue and malaria. These statements sparked widespread outrage, particularly from the BJP, which has conti
The controversy surrounding Sanatan Dharma was reignited in the Tamil Nadu Assembly, with DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin advocating once again for the ‘eradication of Sanatan’ on the floor of the house. His remarks, made on the first day of the assembly session post the 2026 state elections, mirrored his earlier controversial comments, where he likened Sanatan Dharma to diseases like dengue and malaria. These statements sparked widespread outrage, particularly from the BJP, which has conti
AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami has called for respect for the late M G Ramachandran (MGR), rejecting comparisons between the actor-politician and current actor-politician Vijay. Speaking at a rally in Tamil Nadu, Palaniswami emphasized that MGR should not be compared with Vijay, who heads the newly formed Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK). He stressed that MGR was regarded as a "god" by AIADMK supporters, not only for his political leadership but also for his humanitarian work. Pa
AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami has called for respect for the late M G Ramachandran (MGR), rejecting comparisons between the actor-politician and current actor-politician Vijay. Speaking at a rally in Tamil Nadu, Palaniswami emphasized that MGR should not be compared with Vijay, who heads the newly formed Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK). He stressed that MGR was regarded as a "god" by AIADMK supporters, not only for his political leadership but also for his humanitarian work. Pa
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
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
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
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