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DMK and TVK clash in TN Assembly over Parandur airport project cancellation
A heated debate erupted in the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly between DMK and TVK members following Chief Minister Vijay's announcement to cancel the Parandur airport project. TVK Ministers Aadhav Arjuna and C.D. Nirmal Kumar alleged that the project was pushed for real estate and private interests. DMK member Thangam Thennarasu strongly defended the original site selection and retorted with sharp counter-allegations.
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21 days agoSource: ABP Nadu +1 more2 sourcesTrend 81
Parandur Farmers Meet Chief Minister Joseph Vijay to Express Gratitude Over Airport Cancellation
A delegation of protesting farmers from Parandur met Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay at the Chennai Secretariat to thank him for withdrawing the greenfield airport project. The cancellation, announced in the Assembly, follows over 1,200 days of local protests. Ministers N. Anand, Aadhav Arjuna, and Nirmal Kumar were present during the meeting.
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21 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 79
TVK and DMK Trade Barbs Over Chennai Parandur Airport Project
The ruling DMK and Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) have traded sharp political barbs over the proposed Parandur airport project. The dispute intensified after Vijay revealed alternative plans to establish a new international airport near Chennai, suggesting the scrapping of the current Parandur proposal.
21 days agoSource: Hindustan Times — India1 sourceTrend 78
DMK plans major organizational overhaul with age caps and term limits
The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam is planning a significant organizational restructure following setbacks in the April 2026 elections, reports state. The proposed reforms include introducing age limits and a two-term restriction for party positions, alongside reorganizing the party structure into 110 organizational districts to boost operational efficiency.
23 days agoSource: Hindustan Times — India1 sourceTrend 78
Aadhav Arjuna claims DMK needs coalition allies to avoid being in opposition
According to a report, Aadhav Arjuna claimed that the DMK would remain in the opposition without the support of its coalition partners. He also questioned the DMK's capability to attract votes from minority communities if the Congress party were not part of its alliance.
22 days agoSource: The Hindu — Tamil Nadu1 sourceTrend 76
CPI(M) Demands Removal of Tamil Nadu Chief Secretary, Questions CM’s Silence
During a demonstration in Chennai, CPI(M) State Secretary P. Shanmugam questioned the extension of Chief Secretary M. Sai Kumar's services, noting he was appointed by the Election Commission rather than the state government. Meanwhile, the CPI questioned the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister's silence regarding a recent circular.
24 days agoSource: The Hindu — Tamil Nadu1 sourceTrend 76
Annamalai demands high-level panel to re-survey Megamalai land
BJP state president K. Annamalai has urged the Tamil Nadu government to constitute a high-level committee to re-survey land in Megamalai. He stated that safeguarding the forest area and tiger reserve is critical, while also ensuring the protection of livelihoods for families living there for generations.
24 days agoSource: The Hindu — Tamil Nadu1 sourceTrend 75
P. Chidambaram Claims Virtually Nil Corruption in Many Tamil Nadu Government Offices
Congress MP P. Chidambaram has stated that there is "no corruption or virtually nil corruption" at several government offices in Tamil Nadu. According to the report, Chidambaram cited public feedback as the primary source of his information regarding the functioning of these offices.
20 days agoSource: The Hindu — National1 sourceTrend 75
DMK Members Walk Out After Being Denied Discussion on Parandur Airport
DMK members staged a walkout after they were denied permission to speak about the Parandur airport announcement, Dinamani reported. The protest highlights the ongoing political sensitivity and debates surrounding the proposed greenfield airport project in Parandur.
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22 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 75
Dhinakaran urges rebel AIADMK leaders to exercise restraint
AMMK leader Dhinakaran has urged rebel AIADMK leaders, including Velumani, Shanmugam, and Viswanathan, to exercise restraint. He requested that they refrain from making public their observations regarding the internal issues of their organization to avoid further disputes.
22 days agoSource: The Hindu — Tamil Nadu1 sourceTrend 75
DMDK-DMK Alliance Will Continue, Says Party General Secretary Premalatha Vijayakanth
DMDK General Secretary Premalatha Vijayakanth announced in Chennai that the party's alliance with the DMK will continue, aligning with the wishes of party workers. Speaking at events marking the 74th birth anniversary of founder Vijayakanth, she distributed welfare assistance, welcomed the Parandur airport project if locals are unaffected, and criticized the election promises of Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam.
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22 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 75
DMDK's Premalatha Vijayakanth Criticizes Assembly Conduct, Mentions Aadhav Arjuna's Remarks
DMDK General Secretary Premalatha Vijayakanth commented on the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly, stating that the house is meant for legislative debates and is not a fighting arena. Her remarks follow political developments surrounding comments made by leader Aadhav Arjuna, as she emphasized the need to maintain the decorum of the assembly.
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19 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 75
MOTN survey shows 70 percent support for One Nation One Election proposal
A Mood of the Nation (MOTN) survey by India Today has revealed that 70 percent of respondents support the 'One Nation, One Election' initiative. The survey highlights public opinion on the proposal to conduct simultaneous polls for the Lok Sabha and state assemblies across India.
19 days agoSource: India Today1 sourceTrend 75
Chidambaram terms 'One Nation One Election' monstrous and unconstitutional to parliamentary panel
Senior political leader P. Chidambaram has strongly opposed the 'One Nation One Election' proposal, calling it 'monstrous' and 'unconstitutional' during a submission to a parliamentary panel. The opposition highlights major ongoing debates surrounding national simultaneous polls.
22 days agoSource: India Today1 sourceTrend 75
Chennai Police Question Former DMK Minister PK Sekar Babu for Three Hours
Chennai's North Beach police interrogated former DMK Minister P.K. Sekar Babu for three hours on Wednesday regarding an Assembly election clash. The case stems from a complaint filed by TVK candidate Sinora Ashok, who alleged assault during a dispute on voting day in April at Mannady. Police registered a case under six sections, including attempt to murder, against Sekar Babu and his supporters.
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20 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 75
NSA Ajit Doval to Visit Beijing for Boundary Talks Ahead of Xi Jinping's India Visit
National Security Advisor Ajit Doval is scheduled to travel to Beijing for bilateral boundary talks with Chinese representatives. The diplomatic visit comes ahead of Chinese President Xi Jinping's upcoming visit to India, according to reports. The discussions are expected to focus on resolving ongoing border issues between the two nations.
23 days agoSource: India Today1 sourceTrend 75
Adani meets Karnataka Chief Minister in Bengaluru, sparking political speculation
Industrialist Adani made an unscheduled visit to the Karnataka Chief Minister's residence in Bengaluru, triggering political speculation. According to government sources, Mr. Adani was in the city for a private event in Bengaluru South and dropped in at the Chief Minister's residence while on his way to the airport.
23 days agoSource: The Hindu — National1 sourceTrend 75
Tamil Nadu Assembly Witnesses Heated Debate Over 'G Square' and 'Lottery Son-in-Law' Remarks
The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly witnessed a heated war of words among members. The debate was triggered by sharp jibes referencing 'G Square' and 'lottery son-in-law', highlighting the ongoing political confrontation between political rivals during the assembly session.
21 days agoSource: India Today1 sourceTrend 75
Nainar Nagendran demands removal of Minister Maria Wilson over bribery confession
BJP leader Nainar Nagendran has demanded that Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay remove Finance Minister Maria Wilson from the cabinet. This comes after Wilson admitted in the Legislative Assembly that he paid a bribe during the previous DMK regime to secure approvals for his school. Nagendran has urged the Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (DVAC) to register a case against both Wilson and former Education Minister Anbil Mahesh.
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20 days agoSource: ABP Nadu1 sourceTrend 75
One Nation, One Election Proposal Unconstitutional, Chidambaram Tells Parliamentary Panel
Senior leader P. Chidambaram has termed the 'One Nation, One Election' proposal as unconstitutional in his submission to a parliamentary panel. Committee chairman P.P. Chaudhary confirmed that the panel sought Chidambaram's views as part of its ongoing examination and will review his feedback before submitting its final recommendations.
22 days agoSource: The Hindu — National1 sourceTrend 75
Telangana BJP Chief Launches Hunger Strike Over Student Fee Reimbursement Dues
The BJP chief in Telangana has initiated a 48-hour hunger strike to demand the immediate release of approximately ₹15,000 crore in student fee reimbursement dues. The opposition party has raised questions against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi regarding the state government's delay in settling these outstanding dues.
22 days agoSource: The Hindu — National1 sourceTrend 75
Bengaluru Sees Over 50% Electoral Roll Deletions in Five Constituencies, Says Report
According to data from draft electoral rolls, five constituencies in the core Bengaluru region of Karnataka have experienced voter deletions exceeding 50 percent, a rate unprecedented in other major states. The report highlights concerns over transparency, stating that the Karnataka Chief Electoral Officer's office has not made the deletion lists easily accessible or released gender-wise deletion data for these constituencies.
20 days agoSource: The Hindu — National1 sourceTrend 75
Shivakumar claims Mekedatu dam is in Tamil Nadu's best interest
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar stated that he told actor-politician Vijay that the proposed Mekedatu dam across the Cauvery River is in Tamil Nadu's best interest. The comment addresses the long-standing water-sharing dispute between the two southern states.
20 days agoSource: India Today1 sourceTrend 75
DMK and TVK clash over political alliance partners
The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) have clashed over the selection of alliance partners. The disagreement highlights the growing political rivalry between the ruling DMK and the newly formed TVK in Tamil Nadu as parties begin positioning themselves for future elections.
22 days agoSource: Times of India — Chennai1 sourceTrend 74
Actor S Devan Quits Kerala BJP to Join Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam
Kerala-based actor S Devan has reportedly resigned from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to join the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), founded by actor-politician Vijay. The development comes amid speculations of TVK expanding its organizational footprint outside Tamil Nadu.
22 days agoSource: India Today1 sourceTrend 74
Revanth Thanks Kharge After Centre Denies Clearance For His US Visit
Telangana Chief Minister Revanth thanked Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge for supporting him after the Central Government denied official clearance for his planned visit to the United States. The decision has raised political tensions between the Congress party and the Union Government.
23 days agoSource: The Hindu — National1 sourceTrend 74
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy Returns to Hyderabad Amid US Visit Controversy
Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has returned to Hyderabad and is expected to address controversies surrounding his denied US visit. Reports indicate that several Congress leaders plan to meet the Chief Minister to urge disciplinary action against state Endowments Minister Konda Surekha.
22 days agoSource: The Hindu — National1 sourceTrend 74
CPI(M) Demands Return of Acquired Parandur Airport Lands to Farmers
CPI(M) State Secretary P. Shanmugam has demanded that the Tamil Nadu government return lands acquired for the cancelled Parandur airport project to the farmers. Citing the Land Acquisition Act 2013, Shanmugam argued that if a project is dropped, the land must be returned to its original owners and cannot legally be diverted to alternative industrial projects as proposed by Industry Minister S. Keerthana.
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20 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 74
Karnataka Assembly Passes Eight Bills in One Hour Amid BJP Protests
The Karnataka Legislative Assembly passed eight bills within an hour without any debate amid protests by BJP members. Among the approved legislation is the Karnataka Government Parks (Preservation) (Amendment) Bill, 2026. This specific amendment permits the allocation of up to five percent of park land for public utility projects via sale, lease, gift, exchange, or mortgage.
22 days agoSource: The Hindu — National1 sourceTrend 74
CJP Questions Centre Over ₹92.35 Crore Spend on Union Ministers' Bungalows
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has criticized the central government's spending priorities after records revealed that ₹92.35 crore was spent on the upkeep, renovation, and repair of Union Ministers' official residences in 2025-26. The political party urged the government to focus financial resources on fixing public schools rather than maintaining lavish bungalows.
22 days agoSource: The Hindu — National1 sourceTrend 74
Congress Chief Kharge Criticizes Modi Government Over Inflation and Accountability
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge criticized the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government, alleging that its policies are negatively impacting the household budgets of common citizens. Kharge accused the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party of attempting to evade accountability for its actions and failures.
20 days agoSource: The Hindu — National1 sourceTrend 74
Minister Demands Action Against DMK MLA Over Remarks Targeting Actor-Politician Vijay
According to a report by the Times of India, an unnamed minister has sought action against a DMK legislator following controversial remarks directed at actor and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay. The initial report did not specify the identity of the minister, the MLA, or the exact nature of the remarks.
22 days agoSource: Times of India — Chennai1 sourceTrend 74
INDIA Alliance Projected to Lead NDA in UP Poll Amid UGC Row
According to a poll projection reported by India Today, the opposition INDIA alliance is leading the ruling NDA in Uttar Pradesh. The report indicates that the ongoing UGC controversy and growing concerns over employment opportunities are significantly reshaping voter sentiment in the state.
19 days agoSource: India Today1 sourceTrend 74
Modi Leads PM Race With 49 Percent as Vijay Emerges as Political Alternative
An India Today survey reports that Prime Minister Narendra Modi leads the PM race with 49 percent support, while Rahul Gandhi trails behind. The poll also highlights that Vijay has emerged as a new political alternative in the current landscape.
19 days agoSource: India Today1 sourceTrend 74
NTK Leader Seeman Expresses Heartfelt Gratitude to Chief Minister Vijay
According to a report by Dinamani, Naam Tamilar Katchi (NTK) chief coordinator Seeman has expressed his heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to Chief Minister Vijay. The specific context behind this political gesture remains undeclared in the initial report.
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21 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 74
Modi Cabinet Reshuffle May Depend on Polls, Allies and Generational Reset
A potential reshuffle of the Union Cabinet led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi may hinge on upcoming elections, alliance dynamics, and a generational reset. Reports suggest that these political factors will play a decisive role in determining both the timing and the composition of the cabinet changes.
20 days agoSource: India Today1 sourceTrend 74
AIADMK Leader Kovai Sathyan Warns Karnataka Against Constructing Mekedatu Dam
AIADMK spokesperson Kovai Sathyan has issued a strong warning to the Karnataka government regarding the Mekedatu dam project, asserting that they "cannot even move a stone" for its construction. The statement underscores the ongoing political resistance in Tamil Nadu against Karnataka's proposal to build a reservoir across the Cauvery River.
20 days agoSource: India Today1 sourceTrend 74
Kerala MPs Hold Satyagraha Against Proposed Palakkad Railway Division Split
Members of Parliament from Kerala staged a satyagraha protest on the day of Thiruvonam outside the Palakkad Divisional Railway Manager's office in Olavakode. The demonstration was organized to oppose the proposed split of the Palakkad railway division, with MPs urging the Central government to withdraw the proposal.
19 days agoSource: The Hindu — National1 sourceTrend 74
PM Narendra Modi Approval Rating Falls to 58 Percent in MOTN Survey
According to India Today's Mood of the Nation survey, Prime Minister Narendra Modi's approval rating has declined by six percentage points to 58 percent. The poll indicates that respondents view rising prices and unemployment as the primary failures of the current administration.
19 days agoSource: India Today1 sourceTrend 74
Annamalai questions alternative location for Parandur airport and land acquisition plans
BJP Tamil Nadu leader Annamalai has stated that a new airport is essential for Chennai. He questioned what alternative location would be chosen instead of Parandur, and raised concerns over what the government plans to do with the land already acquired for the project.
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22 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 74