Tamil Nadu’s Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (DVAC) has conducted fresh searches at premises linked to former minister K.N. Nehru in Chennai and Tiruchirappalli. The searches are part of a probe into alleged large-scale corruption in recruitment to the Municipal Administration and Water Supply Department. DMK supporters gathered outside Nehru’s Tiruchirappalli residence as the investigation continued.

Tamil Nadu: Vigilance officials raid locations linked to former DMK minister 

Former Tamil Nadu School Education Minister and DMK leader Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi was arrested by the Chennai Police’s Central Crime Branch (CCB) on Monday, hours after the Madras High Court rejected his anticipatory bail petition in connection with an alleged Rs 100 crore corruption case involving the granting of licences and other approvals to private schools.&nbsp;&nbsp;Justice V Lakshminarayanan dismissed the petition after the Chennai Central Crime Branch argued that investigators had gathered sufficient evidence suggesting the former minister’s involvement and that custodial interrogation was necessary.&nbsp;Poyyamozhi is a close associate of Leader of Opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin and a prominent second-generation leader in the DMK’s contemporary leadership.&nbsp;<h2>More than 177 pvt schools came forward</h2>&nbsp;According to the CCB, an unregistered association headed by one B T Arasakumar allegedly collected money from private school managements by promising permanent recognition, school upgrades and building approvals during Poyyamozhi’s tenure between 2021 and 2026.Investigators told the court that more than 177 school managements had come forward and that they had traced alleged transactions totalling Rs 17.26 crore so far.&nbsp;Investigators said Mahesh was named as an accused after evidence gathered during the inquiry, including material obtained from digital devices and statements recorded during questioning, pointed to his alleged involvement in corruption and breach of trust.&nbsp;The police subsequently invoked provisions of the Prevention of Corruption Act against the former minister, who has denied the allegations and challenged the case against him.&nbsp;The DMK has accused the ruling Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) government of using investigative agencies to target political opponents.Mahesh has separately approached the court seeking to quash the FIR registered against him.&nbsp;<h2>How the private schools case came to light</h2>&nbsp;The investigation originated in a complaint filed by Ilangovan, the secretary of the Federation of Associations of Private Schools, Tamil Nadu, who alleged that money had been collected from him on the promise of securing permanent recognition, upgradation, planning approvals and other permissions required by private educational institutions.&nbsp;According to the complaint and details made available, the allegations initially centred on BT Arasakumar, the president of the Tamil Nadu Private Schools Association, and other office-bearers who were accused of collecting membership fees and subscriptions from private schools while promising to facilitate official approvals.&nbsp;The complainant alleged that the association’s representatives had assured schools that they would help obtain no-objection certificates (NOCs), licences, recognition, renewals and other regulatory clearances, but failed to deliver on those promises even after collecting money.&nbsp;Investigators further said that the money collected from private schools was handed over to the minister as “party fund”.&nbsp;&nbsp;The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has also registered a case under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) to probe the suspected financial trail related to the alleged scam.

Investigators said former minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi was named as an accused after evidence gathered during the inquiry, including material obtained from digital devices and statements recorded during questioning, pointed to his alleged involvement in corruption and breach of trust.

Former Tamil Nadu School Education Minister and DMK leader Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi was arrested by the Chennai Police’s Central Crime Branch (CCB) on Monday, hours after the Madras High Court rejected his anticipatory bail petition in connection with an alleged Rs 100 crore corruption case involving the granting of licences and other approvals to private schools. Justice V Lakshminarayanan dismissed the petition after the Chennai Central Crime Branch argued that investigators had gathered sufficient evidence suggesting the former minister’s involvement and that custodial interrogation was necessary. Poyyamozhi is a close associate of Leader of Opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin and a prominent second-generation leader in the DMK’s contemporary leadership. More than 177 pvt schools came forward According to the CCB, an unregistered association headed by one B T Arasakumar allegedly collected money from private school managements by promising permanent recognition, school upgrades and building approvals during Poyyamozhi’s tenure between 2021 and 2026. Investigators told the court that more than 177 school managements had come forward and that they had traced alleged transactions totalling Rs 17.26 crore so far. Investigators said Mahesh was named as an accused after evidence gathered during the inquiry, including material obtained from digital devices and statements recorded during questioning, pointed to his alleged involvement in corruption and breach of trust. The police subsequently invoked provisions of the Prevention of Corruption Act against the former minister, who has denied the allegations and challenged the case against him. The DMK has accused the ruling Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) government of using investigative agencies to target political opponents. Mahesh has separately approached the court seeking to quash the FIR registered against him. How the private schools case came to light The investigation originated in a complaint filed by Ilangovan, the secretary of the Federation of Associations of Private Schools, Tamil Nadu, who alleged that money had been collected from him on the promise of securing permanent recognition, upgradation, planning approvals and other permissions required by private educational institutions. According to the complaint and details made available, the allegations initially centred on BT Arasakumar, the president of the Tamil Nadu Private Schools Association, and other office-bearers who were accused of collecting membership fees and subscriptions from private schools while promising to facilitate official approvals. The complainant alleged that the association’s representatives had assured schools that they would help obtain no-objection certificates (NOCs), licences, recognition, renewals and other regulatory clearances, but failed to deliver on those promises even after collecting money. Investigators further said that the money collected from private schools was handed over to the minister as “party fund”. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has also registered a case under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) to probe the suspected financial trail related to the alleged scam.

Investigators said former minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi was named as an accused after evidence gathered during the inquiry, including material obtained from digital devices and statements recorded during questioning, pointed to his alleged involvement in corruption and breach of trust.

Former DMK education minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi arrested in Rs 100-crore corruption case

Chennai’s Esplanade police have registered a case against DMK councillor Sudha Deenadayalan over alleged derogatory remarks about Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay. The case follows a complaint by TVK functionary Udhayakumar over comments allegedly made during a Mupperum Vizha event at Raja Annamalai Mandram.

DKM councillor Sudha Deen Dayalan's remarks spark row

The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) is set to submit a memorandum to the President of India. The move comes amid ongoing political developments in Tamil Nadu. Further details about the memorandum’s demands and the issues raised are awaited.


DMK to submit memorandum to President, extends support to Anti-CEC protests 

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay-led Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) has launched a fresh attack on DMK chief MK Stalin over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. The party accused Stalin of being involved in what it called the “murder of democracy” during the voter-list revision in Tamil Nadu.

TVK accuses DMK of murdering democracy during S.I.R in Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu Assembly witnessed dramatic scenes as Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay launched a sharp attack on the DMK during a heated debate. Vijay criticised the previous DMK government over governance and corruption, and his mimicry of M.K. Stalin triggered strong protests and an opposition walkout.

Uproar in Tamil Nadu assembly over Vijay's speech targeting DMK

CM Vijay delivered a fiery 40-minute speech, growing visibly agitated as he condemned what he called a "river of abuse" against women — an indirect but pointed rebuke aimed at DMK's Udhayanidhi Stalin over his remarks targeting actor Trisha Krishnan. Invoking the 1989 assault on former CM Jayalalithaa inside the same Assembly, Vijay said harsh political criticism is welcome, but personal attacks on women never will be. He also hit DMK on corruption, the TASMAC scam, and law and order.


Tamil Nadu CM Vijay unleashes fiery assembly speech, slams DMK over Trisha remarks

Tamil Nadu Sports Minister Aadhav Arjuna has clarified in the State Legislative Assembly that the proposed Chennai Global Sports City project at Semmenchery has not been cancelled. His statement comes after Leader of the Opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin alleged that the project had been scrapped.

Sports minister Aadhav Arjuna dismisses Udhayanidhi's charges

Tamil Nadu politics has been rocked by explosive allegations from Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson, who claimed in the Assembly that he paid bribes to secure approvals for educational institutions during the previous DMK government. Wilson said he was a "direct witness" to the alleged corruption and challenged authorities to investigate his claims. Former School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi dismissed the allegations as politically motivated and demanded that the Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (DVAC) summon and investigate Wilson over his admission of paying a bribe.

Tamil Nadu finance minister N Marie Wilson's bribery charge sparks political row

Months after facing an electoral setback against debutant TVK led by Joseph C Vijay, the DMK is planning a major organisational overhaul with a focus on younger leadership. The DMK Executive meeting on Saturday passed a resolution introducing age and term limits for several key party posts. The move will also bring changes to the party's organisational structure across districts, cities, areas and unions.&nbsp;Under the new rules, a District Committee Secretary can hold the post for a maximum of three terms, while the upper age limit has been fixed at 70 years. The party has also decided to abolish the post of City Secretary.&nbsp;The resolution also proposes changes to urban committees based on voter numbers. In the Chennai Corporation, each Area Committee will have an average of 40,000 voters, while Area Committees in other corporations will have an average of 30,000 voters.&nbsp;The maximum age for an Area Committee Secretary has been set at 60 years, with a maximum limit of two terms.&nbsp;City Committees will also have an average of 40,000 voters. Their secretaries will have an age limit of 60 years and can serve a maximum of two terms.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/up-deputy-cm-brajesh-pathak-meets-anti-reservation-activists-assures-centre-will-consider-demands-1787415828566">UP Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak meets anti-reservation activists, assures Centre will consider demands</a><h2>New structure for union committees</h2>The party has decided to form one Union Committee for every 30,000 voters on average. The maximum age for a Union Committee Secretary will be 60 years, while the post will be limited to two terms.&nbsp;The changes will be implemented after the party president announces 110 districts. District Executive Committee meetings will then be held, following which Union, City, Area and Ward Committees will have to be reorganised within 15 days according to the new guidelines.&nbsp;A District Executive Committee meeting will subsequently be held in the presence of a representative deputed by the party headquarters. The reorganised structures will require approval before their details are sent to the party headquarters.&nbsp;The new 70-year age limit for District Committee Secretaries could affect 13 current district secretaries who are aged 70 or above.

The DMK has announced a major organisational overhaul, introducing age and term limits for key posts and restructuring its district, city, area and union committees after its Tamil Nadu election setback.

Months after facing an electoral setback against debutant TVK led by Joseph C Vijay, the DMK is planning a major organisational overhaul with a focus on younger leadership. The DMK Executive meeting on Saturday passed a resolution introducing age and term limits for several key party posts. The move will also bring changes to the party's organisational structure across districts, cities, areas and unions. Under the new rules, a District Committee Secretary can hold the post for a maximum of three terms, while the upper age limit has been fixed at 70 years. The party has also decided to abolish the post of City Secretary. The resolution also proposes changes to urban committees based on voter numbers. In the Chennai Corporation, each Area Committee will have an average of 40,000 voters, while Area Committees in other corporations will have an average of 30,000 voters. The maximum age for an Area Committee Secretary has been set at 60 years, with a maximum limit of two terms. City Committees will also have an average of 40,000 voters. Their secretaries will have an age limit of 60 years and can serve a maximum of two terms. Also Read: UP Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak meets anti-reservation activists, assures Centre will consider demands New structure for union committees The party has decided to form one Union Committee for every 30,000 voters on average. The maximum age for a Union Committee Secretary will be 60 years, while the post will be limited to two terms. The changes will be implemented after the party president announces 110 districts. District Executive Committee meetings will then be held, following which Union, City, Area and Ward Committees will have to be reorganised within 15 days according to the new guidelines. A District Executive Committee meeting will subsequently be held in the presence of a representative deputed by the party headquarters. The reorganised structures will require approval before their details are sent to the party headquarters. The new 70-year age limit for District Committee Secretaries could affect 13 current district secretaries who are aged 70 or above.

The DMK has announced a major organisational overhaul, introducing age and term limits for key posts and restructuring its district, city, area and union committees after its Tamil Nadu election setback.

DMK revamps house after Tamil Nadu election rout, introduces age cap and term limit

Tamil Nadu's Principal opposition party DMK has questioned Chief Minister Vijay's alleged change in stance on the crucial political and constitutional issue of Delimitation. This comes after Chief Minister Vijay put forth his government's view on various issues during the 31st meeting of the Southern Zonal Council chaired by Home Minister Amit Shah.The meeting chaired by Home Minister Shah was attended by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, Keralam Chief Minister VD Satheesan, Puducherry Lieutenant Governor K. Kailashnathan, Andaman and Nicobar Islands Lieutenant Governor Admiral (Retd.) DK Joshi, Lakshadweep Administrator Praful Patel, and the Deputy Chief Minister of Telangana Bhatti Vikramarka Mallu.<h2>What Chief Minister Vijay spoke regarding Delimitation</h2>On the issue of Delimitation, Vijay said that there was growing concern among southern states that population-based delimitation would diminish the southern states' collective voice in Parliament. He stated that this comes at a time when the freeze on allocation of Lok Sabha seats based on the 1971 census approaches its end and the Delimitation Bill 2026 is being considered."The Southern States have been at the forefront of population stabilisation, human development, and economic growth. These achievements reflect the successful implementation of national priorities and should not result in a reduction of our representation. Public policy must not inadvertently penalise States for fulfilling national objectives," Vijay stated.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/extreme-policy-of-appeasement-amit-shah-attacks-congress-over-vande-mataram-1787219367425">‘Extreme policy of appeasement’: Amit Shah attacks Congress over Vande Mataram</a>Further, he urged the Union Government to provide a clear legislative assurance that no State will suffer a reduction in its percentage of representation in Parliament on account of its success in population stabilisation. Such an approach would uphold the principles of equity, preserve the federal balance envisioned by our Constitution, and reinforce the confidence of all States in our democratic institutions.<h2>Questions raised by DMK</h2>In response to the points raised by Chief Minister Vijay, DMK MP Dayanidhi Maran pointed out that the Vijay Government had recently passed an Assembly resolution against Delimitation, which had totally opposed Delimitation and demanded a freeze on the existing 543 Lok Sabha seats. Further, the DMK questioned why the Vijay Government had gone from "No Delimitation" to "no state should suffer a reduction in its percentage of Parliamentary representation". DMK says this is a U-Turn by Vijay Govt. DMK questioned why Vijay had changed his stance after meeting Home Minister Amit Shah, and whether Vijay had gotten afraid or whether he had switched from the Congress alliance to the BJP alliance.Earlier this month, when India's leader of the Opposition and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi had visited Chennai, he mentioned that those backing Delimitation or Fair Delimitation are betraying the interests of Tamil Nadu. This was seen as a veiled dig at the DMK.As the debate on Delimitation raged on in Tamil Nadu, the DMK maintained that it would oppose any legislation that would affect Tamil Nadu's interests and representation, but it would back Delimitation if Tamil Nadu's representation remained at the existing 7.18%. However, the DMK has also maintained that there is no need to debate Delimitation when it was not being tabled in Parliament and that they would take a final stance only after detailed scrutiny of its implications. In April 2026, the DMK played a lead role in defeating the Delimitation Bill in Parliament, citing strong objections to population-based Delimation and how it would reduce the representation of Southern states that effectively controlled the population.&nbsp;

In response to the points raised by Chief Minister Vijay, DMK MP Dayanidhi Maran pointed out that the Vijay Government had recently passed an Assembly resolution against Delimitation, which had totally opposed Delimitation and demanded a freeze on the existing 543 Lok Sabha seats.

Tamil Nadu's Principal opposition party DMK has questioned Chief Minister Vijay's alleged change in stance on the crucial political and constitutional issue of Delimitation. This comes after Chief Minister Vijay put forth his government's view on various issues during the 31st meeting of the Southern Zonal Council chaired by Home Minister Amit Shah. The meeting chaired by Home Minister Shah was attended by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, Keralam Chief Minister VD Satheesan, Puducherry Lieutenant Governor K. Kailashnathan, Andaman and Nicobar Islands Lieutenant Governor Admiral (Retd.) DK Joshi, Lakshadweep Administrator Praful Patel, and the Deputy Chief Minister of Telangana Bhatti Vikramarka Mallu. What Chief Minister Vijay spoke regarding Delimitation On the issue of Delimitation, Vijay said that there was growing concern among southern states that population-based delimitation would diminish the southern states' collective voice in Parliament. He stated that this comes at a time when the freeze on allocation of Lok Sabha seats based on the 1971 census approaches its end and the Delimitation Bill 2026 is being considered. "The Southern States have been at the forefront of population stabilisation, human development, and economic growth. These achievements reflect the successful implementation of national priorities and should not result in a reduction of our representation. Public policy must not inadvertently penalise States for fulfilling national objectives," Vijay stated. Also read | ‘Extreme policy of appeasement’: Amit Shah attacks Congress over Vande Mataram Further, he urged the Union Government to provide a clear legislative assurance that no State will suffer a reduction in its percentage of representation in Parliament on account of its success in population stabilisation. Such an approach would uphold the principles of equity, preserve the federal balance envisioned by our Constitution, and reinforce the confidence of all States in our democratic institutions. Questions raised by DMK In response to the points raised by Chief Minister Vijay, DMK MP Dayanidhi Maran pointed out that the Vijay Government had recently passed an Assembly resolution against Delimitation, which had totally opposed Delimitation and demanded a freeze on the existing 543 Lok Sabha seats. Further, the DMK questioned why the Vijay Government had gone from "No Delimitation" to "no state should suffer a reduction in its percentage of Parliamentary representation". DMK says this is a U-Turn by Vijay Govt. DMK questioned why Vijay had changed his stance after meeting Home Minister Amit Shah, and whether Vijay had gotten afraid or whether he had switched from the Congress alliance to the BJP alliance. Earlier this month, when India's leader of the Opposition and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi had visited Chennai, he mentioned that those backing Delimitation or Fair Delimitation are betraying the interests of Tamil Nadu. This was seen as a veiled dig at the DMK. As the debate on Delimitation raged on in Tamil Nadu, the DMK maintained that it would oppose any legislation that would affect Tamil Nadu's interests and representation, but it would back Delimitation if Tamil Nadu's representation remained at the existing 7.18%. However, the DMK has also maintained that there is no need to debate Delimitation when it was not being tabled in Parliament and that they would take a final stance only after detailed scrutiny of its implications. In April 2026, the DMK played a lead role in defeating the Delimitation Bill in Parliament, citing strong objections to population-based Delimation and how it would reduce the representation of Southern states that effectively controlled the population.

In response to the points raised by Chief Minister Vijay, DMK MP Dayanidhi Maran pointed out that the Vijay Government had recently passed an Assembly resolution against Delimitation, which had totally opposed Delimitation and demanded a freeze on the existing 543 Lok Sabha seats.

DMK questions Vijay Govt's 'U-turn' on Delimitation

The political battle between Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) and the ruling DMK has intensified, with actor-turned-politician Vijay vowing to reveal alleged “DMK corruption files.” The war of words follows a dispute over alleged irregularities in road-laying projects, with leaders from both parties trading sharp accusations. As Tamil Nadu's political temperature rises ahead of future elections, the clash is emerging as a key confrontation in the state's evolving political landscape.


Tamil Nadu politics: Vijay escalates DMK showdown, vows to expose ‘corruption files’

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay issued a stern warning to the DMK during a heated Assembly session. Vijay suggested that he has evidence linked to allegations against the opposition and warned that he could disclose it if pushed further.

Tamil Nadu Assembly: CM Vijay says 'will reveal corruption files of previous DMK regime' 

Tamil Nadu's Assembly turned chaotic on Monday as the ruling TVK and opposition DMK clashed over rising drug abuse and crime in the state. The debate, triggered by the murder of a 19-year-old Coimbatore engineering student, saw Minister Aadhav Arjuna claim drug culture surged after 2020 under DMK rule, sparking a sharp exchange with Leader of Opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin.


TN Assembly erupts over drugs: DMK walks out as TVK, opposition trade blame

DMK's official mouthpiece Murasoli has launched a sharp attack on Tamil Nadu CM Vijay over actress Trisha Krishnan's presence at the state's Independence Day celebrations at Fort St George. The editorial questioned Trisha's front-row seating and criticized the viral exchange of salutes between her and Vijay during the ceremony, calling it 'vulgar' and saying even his own supporters found it hard to accept.


TN politics: DMK mouthpiece calls Vijay-Trisha's I-day salute exchange 'vulgar'

Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin has stepped up his attack on actor-turned-politician Vijay and his Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK). Calling Vijay a “dummy CM”, Udhayanidhi accused the party of being “fascist” and insecure, while also alleging that people were being arrested on flimsy grounds. The sharp remarks intensify the political battle in Tamil Nadu.


Tamil Nadu politics: Udhayanidhi Stalin calls Vijay ‘dummy CM’ 

Tamil Nadu’s investment plans have triggered a political confrontation between the ruling TVK government led by Chief Minister Vijay and the opposition DMK.

The TVK government says 97 MoUs were signed during the Vetri Tamil Nadu Investment Conclave 2026, with investment commitments from the first 100 days of the government expected to cross ₹1 lakh crore, potentially generating around 1.2 lakh jobs.

However, the DMK has questioned the claims, arguing that a significant portion of the projects were initiated or finalised during its previous tenure. Former Industries Minister TRB Rajaa also questioned the uncertainty surrounding key infrastructure projects, particularly the proposed Parandur airport and Hosur airport.

The opposition argues that major infrastructure projects are crucial for attracting new investments to Tamil Nadu and has questioned the TVK government's position on their status.

DMK Targets Vijay-Led TVK Government Over Investment Claims | Questions Raised On ₹1 Lakh Crore MoUs

Tamil Nadu’s political battle over delimitation has intensified, with the TVK-led government demanding that the number of Lok Sabha seats remain frozen at the current 543.

The resolution seeks a complete freeze on delimitation and argues that representation of southern states, including Tamil Nadu, could be significantly affected if future delimitation is based on a post-1971 census. The TVK has also called for the 33% women’s reservation to be implemented within the existing parliamentary structure.

The move has brought the TVK and DMK closer on the contentious issue, despite their wider political rivalry. While the DMK has previously demanded that delimitation be deferred, the TVK is pushing for an even stronger freeze.

The resolution has also drawn opposition from the NDA and DMK ally DMDK, with questions being raised over why Tamil Nadu is debating delimitation when the proposed bill has not yet been introduced in Parliament.

Tamil Nadu delimitation row intensifies: DMK backs TVK's resolution on delimitation bill

A fresh political controversy has erupted in Tamil Nadu after AIADMK leader RB Udhayakumar took a swipe at Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay, making a sarcastic remark about actor Trisha Krishnan and her possible appointment as Deputy Chief Minister.

Udhayakumar alleged that the TVK government is appointing people closely associated with Vijay, including individuals with connections to the film industry, to government positions. He cited several appointments before making the remark involving Trisha.

Trisha has not directly responded to the political comments but shared a cryptic social media post about the “drama” surrounding the controversy.

The remarks have also triggered a reaction from Trisha’s fan clubs, with posters reportedly appearing in Madurai condemning the AIADMK leader. The controversy comes amid heightened political activity surrounding Vijay and the TVK ahead of Tamil Nadu’s evolving political landscape.

After DMK, AIADMK makes personal comment, but actor Trisha fires back

Tamil Nadu Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson defended his mixed Tamil-English speaking style in the Assembly after DMK MLA TM Rajendran criticized his Budget presentation over grammatical errors and language switching. Wilson said his delivery was his “unique style” and asked critics to accept it.

Tamil Nadu: minister defends Tamil-English speech, calls it his unique style 

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay has defended his proposal for direct talks with Karnataka over the Cauvery water dispute, saying he is prepared to face "humiliation" if dialogue helps safeguard Tamil Nadu's interests.

The remarks came during a heated exchange in the Tamil Nadu Assembly with Leader of the Opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin over the contentious Mekedatu dam project. Udhayanidhi questioned Vijay's decision to engage directly with Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar and asked whether an all-party meeting would be convened on the issue.

Vijay responded by asserting that his government would never compromise on Tamil Nadu's rights over Cauvery waters and urged political parties not to politicize the long-standing interstate dispute. The confrontation marks the first direct face-off between the two leaders since Udhayanidhi Stalin's arrest over his controversial remarks against actor Trisha.

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay Defends Karnataka Talks Over Cauvery Dispute, Clashes With Udhayanidhi Stalin

Tamil Nadu's TVK government has presented its first-ever state budget, unveiling a series of welfare and development initiatives, including AI skill training, free breakfast expansion, EV charging infrastructure, education reforms, and support for brides and newborns.

However, the budget has triggered sharp criticism from opposition parties. DMK chief M.K. Stalin and AIADMK leaders accused Chief Minister Vijay's government of merely rebranding existing welfare schemes while failing to deliver on major election promises.

Tamil Nadu budget: TVK unveils first budget, DMK & AIADMK slam ‘copied’ welfare schemes

Tamil Nadu's political battle has intensified after the DMK condemned the arrest of Leader of the Opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin, accusing Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay's TVK government of filing a false case to silence criticism over its handling of the Cauvery water dispute. The ruling government continues to face opposition attacks over its response to the long-running river-sharing issue.

Tamil Nadu vendetta politics: Police release Udhayanidhi Stalin 

TN: Udhayanidhi Stalin released after Madras HC order 

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Sunday said that the people of the state have a history of setting aside political differences and standing united to protect its interests.

The remarks were made at the all-party meeting convened to chalk out the state's legal and political strategy on the Cauvery water-sharing dispute with Tamil Nadu, in the wake of the Cauvery Water Regulation Committee's (CWRC's) direction to release 3,500 cusecs of water daily for 15 days, which was later upheld by the Cauvery Water Management Authority (CWMA).


Cauvery water row: DMK stages protest | 'TVK neglecting farmers' issues' 

A fresh political controversy has erupted in Tamil Nadu after the DMK accused TVK of colluding with the BJP following the police decision to deny permission for a statewide campaign against the National Education Policy (NEP) and Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) reservation.

DMK president MK Stalin alleged that TVK was acting in line with the BJP, while Dravidar Kazhagam criticized the protest ban, saying previous governments had allowed similar demonstrations. The organization has now postponed its campaign and announced it will challenge the decision through legal means.

DMK Accuses TVK of BJP Nexus After Protest Ban | Stalin Targets Vijay Over NEET Row

The Tamil Nadu Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (DVAC) has registered a criminal case against DMK leader Senthil Balaji in connection with an alleged multi-crore TASMAC liquor scam. The investigation relates to alleged irregularities in the awarding of bar licences, transport tenders, procurement, and bottling operations between 2021 and 2025.

Apart from Senthil Balaji, the case also names his personal assistant, a former TASMAC managing director, senior regional managers, and others. The DVAC alleges a criminal conspiracy that caused financial losses to the state exchequer.

Senthil Balaji Faces Fresh Corruption Case as DVAC Cracks Down on TASMAC Scam

DMK founder M Karunanidhi’s granddaughter Kayalvizhi, whose father MK Alagiri was a former Union minister, slapped the manager of the State Bank of India (SBI) branch in Chennai after an argument over a malfunctioning lift in the building, and the entire incident was captured on CCTV.&nbsp;The CCTV footage showing Kayalvizhi mocking and slapping the branch manager has gone viral on social media.Kayalvizhi has been booked for allegedly assaulting and intimidating the branch manager.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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The CCTV footage shows Kayalvizhi engaged in a heated exchange with the branch manager inside his office. During the argument, she appears to imitate the manager’s posture and then slaps him across the face, after which she threateningly tries to go towards him but is stopped by a man.

DMK founder M Karunanidhi’s granddaughter Kayalvizhi, whose father MK Alagiri was a former Union minister, slapped the manager of the State Bank of India (SBI) branch in Chennai after an argument over a malfunctioning lift in the building, and the entire incident was captured on CCTV. The CCTV footage showing Kayalvizhi mocking and slapping the branch manager has gone viral on social media. Kayalvizhi has been booked for allegedly assaulting and intimidating the branch manager.

The CCTV footage shows Kayalvizhi engaged in a heated exchange with the branch manager inside his office. During the argument, she appears to imitate the manager’s posture and then slaps him across the face, after which she threateningly tries to go towards him but is stopped by a man.

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DMK MLA G.V. Markandeyan has been sent to 14-day judicial custody following legal proceedings. The development has sparked political reactions and renewed attention on the ongoing case involving the Tamil Nadu legislator.

The DMK has softened its staunch opposition to the proposed Delimitation Bill, indicating it will evaluate the upcoming legislation on merit to safeguard Tamil Nadu's interests. While the party previously condemned the exercise, it now signals willingness to support a seat increase if applied proportionally across all states without penalizing southern regions.


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