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

Tamil Nadu is considering a major change to its school nutrition program by introducing chicken biryani into the government's midday meal scheme. According to reports, the proposal has been put forward by the state's Education Minister to Chief Minister Vijay, who is expected to take a final decision soon.

If approved, government school students could receive chicken biryani once a week as part of their midday meals, marking one of the most significant upgrades to Tamil Nadu's school nutrition program. The proposal aims to improve the quality, nutrition, and appeal of school meals while continuing the state's long tradition of strengthening welfare schemes for students.

Chicken Biryani in School Meals? Tamil Nadu Government Weighs New Proposal 

In the order dated 14th July 2026, the Chief Secretary urged all the Departments of Secretariat, all the Heads of Department, all Collectors, District level officials to display "Anti-bribery" Notice Boards in English and in Tamil in every office, in public places and on websites.

Tamil Nadu govt offices to display contact info to report corruption

The Tamil Nadu Higher Education Minister, P. Viswanathan, has announced a major proposal by the newly formed Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) government to replace Governor RV Arlekar with Chief Minister Vijay as the Chancellor of all state universities.

TVK led Tamil Nadu government pushes to make CM Vijay university chancellor

Industries Minister Nirmal Kumar said the government decided after finding that a considerable portion of the identified land was not suitable for developing airport infrastructure. 

Joseph Vijay-led Tamil Nadu govt drops Parandur airport project, eyes alternative site: Here's why

The ruling DMK in the southern state of Tamil Nadu accuses the BJP-led central government of trying to impose Hindi through the National Education Policy (NEP) and the three-language formula, a charge the Union government denies vehemently.

Tamil Nadu govt denies reports of bringing bill banning Hindi hoardings, films, and songs in state

Indian government to setup shipbuilding hub for $3.4bn in Tamil Nadu

Considering the extremely heavy rainfall predicted over Chennai and its three adjoining districts on Wednesday (Oct 16), the Tamil Nadu Government has requested that 13 National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) teams be on standby for deployment. Accordingly, the NDRF has readied 13 teams, with 30 personnel each, for immediate deployment. Watch in for more details!

India: Tamil Nadu On High Alert For Heavy Rains In Next Four Days

India's Supreme Court on Monday (Jan 22) told the southern Tamil Nadu government to not reject permissions for the live streaming of the Ram Mandir consecration ceremony on the sole ground that other communities are living in the locality.

Ram Mandir I 'You will be in problem', Indian SC tells Tamil Nadu govt on rejecting screening requests

Popular Indian actress Nayanthara and her husband Vignesh Shivan have been given a clean chit in the surrogacy controversy. The couple welcomed twins via surrogacy earlier in October, which raised questions as commercial surrogacy is not allowed in India.

Nayanthara and Vignesh Shivan get a clean chit in the surrogacy case

A Serosurvey conducted by the Directorate of Public Health and Preventive Medicine in Tamil Nadu has indicated that 66.2% of the Southern Indian state’s population has developed antibodies to Covid-19.

66.2% have antibodies, two-fold increase since October 2020, indicates latest Serosurvey by Tamil Nadu government

The first bench of the Madras High Court has observed that without the nod of the Supreme Court, the Tamil Nadu government cannot form a committee to study the impact of NEET on socially backward students.

Madras HC orders TN govt to respond on plea against AK Rajan Committee to study NEET impact

Days before the premiere of 'The Family Man' season 2, the Tamil Nadu government has called for a ban on the show. Now, the makers of the show Raj and DK have issued a statement, appealing to one and all to wait and watch the show before drawing a judgement.

'The Family Man' S2: Makers issue statement amid calls for banning of the show

Tamil Nadu’s Chief Minister-designate and Dravide Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) chief MK Stalin will have a 33-member cabinet. Stalin’s oath-taking will be held at 9 am on Friday in a small ceremony at the Raj Bhavan (Governor’s residence) in Chennai, amid the raging COVID-19 pandemic.

MK Stalin’s cabinet to have 33 ministers; his son not included, only 2 women

In order to put an end to the exploitation of elephants by temples and private owners for joyrides or as beasts of burden, the Madras High Court has sought a uniform policy.

Madras High Court asks Tamil Nadu government to form policy on ownership of elephants

The Tamil Nadu Government has permitted the resumption of filming television serials and other programmes, on the condition that stipulated restrictions are strictly followed.

Tamil Nadu Government allows TV serials to resume shooting; Industry welcomes move

Tamil superstar Rajinikanth on Thursday said that he wants a "political change" in Tamil Nadu adding that he does not want to be the chief minister of the state.

Not eyeing CM's post, want political change, says Rajinikanth

The Madras High Court while urging the Tamil Nadu government to work with organisations interested in conservation of water bodies, in the wake of severe water crisis faced in several parts of the state, has told the state government not to prevent protests highlighting the water woes in the state, news agency PTI reported.

Tamil Nadu government told not to prevent protests over water crisis

The National Green Tribunal has set aside Tamil Nadu government's closure order of Vedanta`s copper smelter plant permanently saying it was non-sustainable and unjustified.

NGT clears way for reopening Thoothukudi Sterlite plant, Tamil Nadu govt to appeal

The Tamil Nadu government Saturday asserted that the Sterlite Industries' plant in Tuticorin would not be re-opened as its policy decision to seal the Vedanta Ltd unit was in line with people's sentiments.

Sterlite plant in Tuticorin would not be re-opened: Tamil Nadu govt

Chief Minister EK Palaniswami said his government would ban the use of plastic items, including non-biodegradable carry bags, from January 2019 to 'gift a plastic-free' state to future generations

World Environment Day: Tamil Nadu to ban use of plastic from January 2019

A statue of Jayalalithaa will be unveiled at the party headquarters here, followed by the launch of Tamil daily `Nammadhu Amma`.

Tamil Nadu: Modi to launch subsidy two-wheeler scheme for women amidst alliance rumour

The prime minister expressed grief over the death of those who had died in the rain over the last few days.?

I assure all possible support to Tamil Nadu government to tackle rain situation: PM Modi

The report details the medical treatment provided to Jayalalithaa from the time she suffered a cardiac arrest until her death

Tamil Nadu government makes Jayalalithaa's medical records public

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