Tamil Nadu politics is seeing intense rivalry between Chief Minister Vijay's TVK government and opposition DMK. Two DMK MLAs were arrested. Bribery and horse-trading allegations are floating around. 



Horsetrading, bribery allegations, hate speech and two arrests: TVK vs DMK rivalry is roiling Tamil Nadu politics

Vijay's numbers nightmare appears to have ended as Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) has extended its unconditional support to the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) to form the first coalition government in Tamil Nadu.

Meanwhile, a major rebellion is reportedly brewing within AIADMK, with senior leader CV Shanmugam allegedly planning to split the party, sources said. According to sources, over 30 AIADMK MLAs are backing him, and some are inclined to support TVK. This comes amid a key huddle at Shanmugam's office in Chennai, where senior leaders, including SP Velumani, MR Vijaybhaskar, Natham Viswanathan, and C Vijayabhaskar, gathered after the MLAs returned from a Puducherry resort today.


Tamil Nadu CM Vijay To Take Oath; Outgoing CM MK Stalin Congratulates Vijay & His Party

Vijay’s TVK sweeps Tamil Nadu as the largest party with 108 seats, while a major shock comes with MK Stalin losing Kolathur to former aide V.S. Babu. DMK drops to 59 seats, AIADMK gets 47, and the fractured mandate makes alliances crucial for government formation.

Tamil Nadu Poll Results: Who is VS Babu, man who defeated MK Stalin in Kolathur: Once managed DMK chief's poll campaign

Tamil Nadu awaits its poll verdict as exit polls project a likely victory for M. K. Stalin. The final results will confirm whether the projections hold, with high political stakes and statewide attention.


Tamil Nadu Elections: Will Stalin Keep Power, Or Vijay Spring a Surprise?

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has expressed strong confidence ahead of the Assembly election results, saying the DMK will return to power once again. Speaking to party workers, Stalin said people would receive “good news” on May 4, signaling optimism within the ruling alliance. With exit polls largely favoring the DMK, political attention is now firmly on counting day as the state prepares for a high-stakes electoral verdict.


MK Stalin Confident of DMK Return as Tamil Nadu Awaits Poll Verdict 

Meanwhile, Stalin has been facing attacks in Tamil Nadu from AIADMK Chief and Leader of Opposition Edappadi Palaniswami, whose party is allied with the BJP.

Delimitation Bill must be withdrawn, it cannot be trusted: MK Stalin to BJP

The 2026 Tamil Nadu elections are witnessing massive campaigning by star celebrities for their respective parties. From Thalapathy Vijay to Gautami and MK Stalin, check the list of star candidates this election season. 

Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026: List of top star candidates

“Let the flames of resistance spread across Tamil Nadu! Let the arrogance of the fascist BJP be brought down!” said Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and DMK President MK Stalin on X.

In protest against Delimitation, Tamil Nadu CM Stalin hoists black flag, burns bill

The delimitation process involves redrawing parliamentary constituencies to align with changes in population, a move that is viewed with suspicion. Opposition parties have been expressing concerns that delimitation could disproportionately increase the parliamentary representation.

Tamil Nadu: MK Stalin calls for black flag protest against delimitation

Stalin said the issue posed a “grave danger” to Tamil Nadu and accused the Centre of rushing the process during the election season.

Stalin warns Centre over delimitation, threatens massive agitation if Tamil Nadu hit

DMK President and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin said that the BJP-led Union Government intends to bulldoze through a Constitutional amendment on Delimitation in the Parliament this week.

Will lead protests across Tamil Nadu if Delimitation curbs state rights: DMK warns BJP

This proposal to increase seats is a direct contradiction of their own slogan of 'minimum government, maximum governance'. It will only inflate expenditure, burden taxpayers, and dilute the quality of parliamentary functioning, Stalin mentioned. 

'We support 33% women's reservation; do it without punishing Southern states': MK Stalin to BJP

Tamil Nadu is gearing up for a crucial assembly election as Chief Minister M. K. Stalin intensifies his campaign across the state. The DMK leader is reaching out to voters while also paying tribute to his father and former CM M. Karunanidhi, blending legacy with political momentum. With rallies picking up pace, the state is witnessing a charged atmosphere as parties prepare for a high-stakes electoral battle.


MK Stalin Kicks Off Tamil Nadu Poll Push, Pays Tribute to Karunanidhi Amid Campaign Surge

Drawing a Jallikattu parallel, actor-politician Vijay said everyone who called him inexperienced in the political arena is now speechless. Addressing a rally at Vellore in Tamil Nadu, the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief said the upcoming state polls would be a direct fight between him and Chief Minister and DMK leader MK Stalin.


Vijay Hits Out At DMK-Led Govt in Tamil Nadu While Addressing a Rally in Vellore

Japanese firm, SATRAC, to export truck bodies built in India; factory inaugurated

Earlier this week, Stalin had written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, seeking citizenship or long-term visas for 89,000 Sri Lankan Tamils who have been living in the Southern Indian state after having fled their home country.

Sri Lankan Tamils meet CM Stalin, amid growing push for their Indian citizenship

Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi walked out of the assembly session on Tuesday after alleging the national anthem was insulted, and refusing to deliver a state government-prepared speech that he claimed carried "inaccuracies".


Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi Walks Out Of State Assembly Again 

Stalin cautioned that caste enumeration is an "exceedingly sensitive matter" that touches upon "deep-rooted social dynamics, regional variations in caste structures, and the potential for unintended societal tensions if not handled with utmost care."

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin writes to PM Modi, seeks state consultations on caste enumeration in Census

Tamil Nadu unveils deep tech startups policy; inks MoUs worth $1bn

Tamil Nadu unveils 'Deep Tech Startups Policy'; inks MoUs worth $1bn

Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin and 49 parties resolved to move the Supreme Court against the Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists in 12 states, alleging it aims to "snatch away voting rights." 

Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin to approach Supreme Court against Special Intensive Revision of voter list

Vijay’s party, Tamizhaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), questioned the overnight postmortem of 39 bodies, raising concerns about the number of qualified doctors, the haste in conducting procedures, and why many were performed after 6 PM, outside usual practice hours.

Karur Stampede: Tamil Nadu CM warns against fake news on social media; Vijay's party seeks CBI probe

Investment MoUs worth $1.76bn inked during Europe visit: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin

Guidance Tamil Nadu, the state’s investment promotion agency, further signed an MoU with Next Mittelstand (Ausbildung) to bring Germany’s dual vocational training model to the southern Indian state. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin and his delegation will next be visiting the UK.

European firms to invest $796 million in Tamil Nadu; MoUs inked in Germany

CM MK Stalin also met senior leaders from BMW Group and urged them to ensure that their future expansions should happen in Tamil Nadu. BMW reaffirmed their commitment to the state, citing the state’s unmatched EV and automotive ecosystem, said the Tamil Nadu government.

European firms ink MoUs to invest $362 million in Tamil Nadu

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