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 

The CWMA has directed Karnataka to release 3,500 cusecs of Cauvery water daily to Tamil Nadu for 15 days. In response, Karnataka has called an all-party meeting, while pro-Kannada groups have announced a statewide bandh on August 13.

Cauvery Water Dispute: Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar to chair all-party meet today 

Cauvery Water Dispute: CWMA directs Karnataka to release water to Tamil Nadu 

The Central Government has clarified that Karnataka does not require the consent of other riparian states to proceed with the proposed Mekedatu balancing reservoir on the Cauvery River. In a written reply to the Lok Sabha, the Centre said the Supreme Court's 2018 Cauvery verdict does not mandate such consent.

Mekedatu Dam Project: Centre clarifies Karnataka doesn't need consent of riparian states

The CPI(M) and the PMK have criticised the Tamil Nadu Raj Bhavan over reports that the 33rd convocation of Manonmaniam Sundaranar University would begin with Vande Mataram instead of the state anthem Tamil Thai Vazhthu. The parties argued that the move undermines state autonomy and violates constitutional principles, urging the Governor's office to respect Tamil Nadu's established protocol.

TN: Row over Raj Bhavan order on reciting Vande Mataram

Tamil Nadu is emerging as India's manufacturing powerhouse, with women driving its industrial growth. The state now has the highest share of women employed in organised manufacturing, particularly in electronics, while cities like Coimbatore and Madurai are outperforming the national average, setting a new benchmark for workforce participation.


Tamil Nadu: Biggest employer of women in organised manufacturing

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.

DMK softens stance on Delimitation bill

Chennai Police are probing an alleged conspiracy dubbed "Project Meghalaya", involving claims that TVK MLAs were offered huge sums to defy the party whip during an Assembly vote. The complaint, filed by TVK MLA N. Elaiyaraja, alleges a ₹35 crore bribe offer by YouTuber Thirunavukkarasu and others in an attempt to destabilise the Vijay-led government. A senior television journalist has also been questioned as part of the investigation.

Tamil Nadu: Dramatic twist in probe into ₹35 crore bribery row 

To counter Chief Minister Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), which heavily capitalized on the youth and first-time voter demographic, the DMK is undertaking a massive organizational restructuring. The party is implementing a 50:50 formula that will create new positions to give equal representation to Gen Z and Youth Wing functionaries alongside senior veterans.


DMK eyes infusion of Gen-Zs to take on TVK

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay’s "Thai Maman Gold Ring Scheme" (offering a one-gram gold ring to babies born in government hospitals) faces flak due to massive fiscal concerns. Critics and political allies, including the VCK, argue the scheme’s annual ₹755 crore budget is financially unfeasible given the state's existing debt, questioning if the funds could better serve other public infrastructure and healthcare priorities. 

Tamil Nadu: Debate over TVK's promise of gold ring to newborns in govt hospitals 

Tamil Nadu: Police uncover alleged plot to topple TVK govt 

A new study warns that Tamil Nadu and Kerala's coastlines could face severe climate risks over the next 15 years due to rising sea levels, heatwaves, coastal erosion and saltwater intrusion. Researchers say stronger adaptation measures are urgently needed to protect coastal communities, fisheries, agriculture and critical infrastructure.

South India: Study warns Tamil Nadu, Kerala coasts over climate change

DMK MLA Senthil Balaji has moved the Madras High Court seeking anticipatory bail in a case alleging an attempt to influence a TVK MLA's vote in the Assembly Speaker election through an alleged Rs 35 crore bribe. 

Tamil Nadu: DMK alleges political motive behind ₹35 Cr bribery case

A fresh political row has erupted in Tamil Nadu after the DMK accused the ruling TVK government of removing former Chief Minister M.K. Stalin's name from the plaque of the ₹1,516-crore Nemmeli desalination project. 

Tamil Nadu: DMK accuses TVK of removing Stalin's name from Nemmeli project plaque

The DMK, AIADMK and BJP have separately met Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi (Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar in this scenario) alleging attempts to poach MLAs, misuse of police machinery and interference in government functioning under the TVK administration. The opposition has urged the Governor to intervene, claiming efforts are being made to engineer defections and influence elected representatives.

Tamil Nadu: DMK, TVK clash over alleged poaching of MLA's 

The long-standing Mekedatu dam dispute between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu has flared up again, triggering a fresh political and legal battle. The Karnataka government has moved ahead by submitting the project report to the Centre, while Tamil Nadu continues to oppose the plan, citing water-sharing concerns. The issue has now become a major political test for the state leadership, as tensions rise over river water rights and regional interests.

Mekedatu dam row escalates: Tamil Nadu vs Karnataka clash over project 

Tamil Nadu: DMK, AIADMK, BJP submit petitions against TVK over alleged 'horse-trading'

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay is carving out a new style of opposition politics. While continuing to attack the BJP on ideological issues such as Hindi imposition and the NEP, Vijay has maintained a pragmatic working relationship with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government on governance and development. His approach signals a possible new model for Centre-State relations.

Tamil Nadu: can Vijay's TVK alter centre-state dynamics?

Tamil Nadu has expanded its defence industrial corridor to five major nodes—Chennai, Trichy, Coimbatore, Salem and Hosur—as it targets ₹75,000 crore in investments. The state aims to position itself as a key hub in India's growing defence manufacturing ecosystem and capitalise on the country's ₹3 lakh crore defence production push.

Tamil Nadu: DMK, AIADMK, BJP submit petitions against TVK over alleged 'horse-trading' 

Tamil Nadu Eyes ₹75,000 Cr Defence Investment

Tamil Nadu is stepping up its ambitions to become one of India's leading defence and aerospace manufacturing hubs. Backed by a ₹1.78 lakh crore defence budget, the state is expanding its Defence Industrial Corridor, strengthening testing infrastructure, and partnering with ISRO to boost space technology development.

Tamil Nadu bets big on India's defence corridor 

The southwest monsoon is advancing rapidly over north India, as the IMD forecasts widespread rainfall across states. 

From Gujarat to Tamil Nadu: Monsoon Advances Further, IMD Issues Alert 

Actor-politician Vijay, who is trying to push forward his party Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) as a third front in Tamil Nadu, announced that he would contest the assembly polls from Madurai East.


India: Actor-turned-politician Vijay rules out alliance 

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Tamil Nadu vendetta politics: Police release Udhayanidhi Stalin

TN: Udhayanidhi Stalin released after Madras HC order

Cauvery Water Dispute: Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar to chair all-party meet today

Cauvery Water Dispute: CWMA directs Karnataka to release water to Tamil Nadu

Mekedatu Dam Project: Centre clarifies Karnataka doesn't need consent of riparian states

Mekedatu Dam Project: Centre clarifies Karnataka doesn't need consent of riparian states

TN: Row over Raj Bhavan order on reciting Vande Mataram

Tamil Nadu: Biggest employer of women in organised manufacturing

DMK softens stance on Delimitation bill

Tamil Nadu: Dramatic twist in probe into ₹35 crore bribery row

DMK eyes infusion of Gen-Zs to take on TVK

Tamil Nadu: Debate over TVK's promise of gold ring to newborns in govt hospitals

Tamil Nadu: Police uncover alleged plot to topple TVK govt

South India: Study warns Tamil Nadu, Kerala coasts over climate change

Tamil Nadu: DMK alleges political motive behind ₹35 Cr bribery case

Tamil Nadu: DMK accuses TVK of removing Stalin's name from Nemmeli project plaque

Tamil Nadu: DMK, TVK clash over alleged poaching of MLA's

Mekedatu dam row escalates: Tamil Nadu vs Karnataka clash over project

Tamil Nadu: DMK, AIADMK, BJP submit petitions against TVK over alleged 'horse-trading'

Tamil Nadu: can Vijay's TVK alter centre-state dynamics?

Tamil Nadu eyes ₹75,000 crore defence investment

Tamil Nadu bets big on India's defence corridor

From Gujarat to Tamil Nadu: Monsoon Advances Further, IMD Issues Alert

India: Actor-turned-politician Vijay rules out alliance