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Following a routine six-month intelligence review, the VIP security cover for Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has been reduced from Z+ to Z category based on updated threat assessments.
MK Stalin has moved the Madras High Court to challenge the Kolathur victory of TVK candidate VS Babu, seeking a recount of votes. This legal action aims to contest the election results in the constituency.
MK Stalin has announced a significant reboot for the DMK party in Tamil Nadu, introducing key changes such as fixing age limits and capping the tenure of those holding party positions.
Udhayanidhi Stalin was briefly arrested following his objectionable comments about actress Trisha Krishnan, which sparked a significant controversy.
Udhayanidhi Stalin was detained from his Chennai residence following alleged offensive remarks made about actor Trisha, sparking protests from the DMK. Stalin denied mentioning Trisha and stated he is not afraid of arrest.
A rift has widened within the INDIA bloc in Tamil Nadu as the DMK, led by MK Stalin, has refused to form an alliance with actor Vijay's TVK party. The DMK has reportedly told mediators to speak directly with Vijay regarding any potential national alliance.
M.K. Stalin has instructed DMK cadres to be ready for potential early elections, while also intensifying criticism against Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay. This comes as 5,000 leaders reportedly joined the DMK, signaling a heightened political climate.
Vaiko's MDMK party has officially withdrawn from the DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance after a nine-year partnership. This marks another setback for MK Stalin's DMK.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay pledged strict anti-corruption measures and criticized the DMK's governance claims during his first speech in the House.
Rahul Gandhi has thanked MK Stalin for his birthday wishes, stating they will 'fight together till we win,' despite a recent split between the Congress and DMK parties.
Despite similar electoral setbacks, Mamata Banerjee is increasing her investment in India's INDIA bloc, while MK Stalin maintains his distance, revealing internal divisions within the alliance.
MK Stalin, a prominent politician, has expressed optimism about his political comeback, while also noting that the newly formed TVK party lacks a strong organizational structure. The actor-turned-politician Chandrasekar Joseph Vijay's TVK recently emerged as the single-largest party in Tamil Nadu with 108 seats.
Actor Vijay's significant public influence is evident as Tamil Nadu's social media pages experience a five-fold surge in followers attributed to him. DMK leader MK Stalin has also blamed Vijay's "glamour tsunami" for the party's recent electoral defeat.
Popular actor Vijay has been sworn in as the new Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, promising a new beginning for the state. His inauguration, marked by a "star-style" oath and a distinctive suit, has garnered widespread attention and sparked discussions about his new administration and a state song controversy.
Discussions are underway regarding the formation of the government in Tamil Nadu, with the DMK considering whether to support the AIADMK. DMK leader MK Stalin is expected to make the final decision amidst reports of a Deputy Chief Minister offer.
An opinion piece suggests that MK Stalin's perceived arrogance towards voters and his broad alliance strategy may have contributed to his electoral difficulties. He is described as a strongman who dismissed voters as 'fools'.
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured a historic mandate in the 2026 Assembly elections, achieving an absolute majority in Assam for the first time and making significant gains in West Bengal. While Mamata Banerjee's party retained power in West Bengal, the BJP's performance marked a notable shift in the political landscape of both states.
The Election Commission announced a record 85.1% voter turnout in the recent Tamil Nadu assembly elections, with 4.88 crore citizens casting ballots. Women voters significantly outnumbered men, continuing a previous trend.
West Bengal's assembly elections concluded with a historic high voter turnout, leading to the release of various exit poll predictions for the state and other regions like Assam, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu. These polls offered initial insights into potential election outcomes across India.
The lack of joint rallies between Rahul Gandhi and key alliance partners like MK Stalin in Tamil Nadu is raising concerns about the Congress party's coalition strategy. This 'optics deficit' is fueling speculation and opposition criticism, contrasting with more proactive alliance building elsewhere.
A proposed Constitution Amendment Bill aimed at introducing quotas for women in India's parliament failed to secure the necessary two-thirds majority in the Lok Sabha. The bill's defeat sparked strong reactions from both the ruling party and the opposition.
Leaders from southern Indian states, including Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, have voiced strong opposition and called for protests against the proposed delimitation exercise. They argue that the redrawing of electoral constituencies would unfairly penalize states that have successfully controlled their population growth.
The upcoming Tamil Nadu elections are under scrutiny, with questions arising if MK Stalin's DMK can maintain power or if Vijay's TVK will significantly alter the political landscape.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin utilized the Chennai Metro for his election campaign, interacting with commuters to garner support for his party in the upcoming Assembly polls and highlighting the metro's development.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin stated that the three-language formula under the National Education Policy will not be implemented in the state as long as the DMK is in power, accusing the Centre of attempting to impose Hindi.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has launched his poll campaign, criticizing AIADMK, while Union Minister Piyush Goyal released a 'chargesheet' against the DMK ahead of the state elections.
Tamil Nadu is grappling with a worsening LPG shortage, impacting local businesses like Tirunelveli's famous Halwa shop, prompting Chief Minister MK Stalin to criticize the Centre for allegedly diverting attention with the delimitation issue.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has accused the BJP-led Union Government of crossing limits in its attempts to impose Hindi, saying the naming of the Regional Railway office entrance in Hindi…
Drawing a Jallikattu parallel, actor-politician Vijay said everyone who called him inexperienced in the political arena is now speechless
The Madras High Court issued notices to MK Stalin and the DMK IT Wing on Aadhav Arjuna’s ₹1 crore defamation suit over an X post linking him to a drug case.
Chief Minister MK Stalin announced the abandonment of the proposed Parandur airport project in India, citing the need to protect agricultural land and local livelihoods.
MK Stalin, addressing a DMK executive meeting, accused Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay of treating the Assembly like a 'cinema set' and delivering 'punch dialogues,' also alleging that Vijay was changing names of schemes introduced during the DMK's tenure.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has accused the TVK party of intimidating Udhayanidhi, suggesting they do not want him to attend the upcoming assembly session.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin and the DMK party are demanding the abolition of the NEET exam, calling ongoing student protests a 'wake-up call.' They accuse the central government of ignoring the concerns.
Former Chief Minister MK Stalin has accused his successor, Tamil Nadu CM Vijay, of running an 'action cinema-style police regime' and prioritizing the arrest of opposition MLAs over addressing rising crime rates.
Addressing party cadres in Chennai, MK Stalin described Chief Minister Vijay's administration as a 'minority' government, suggesting it might not complete its five-year term and that elections could be called early.
The Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (DVAC) conducted raids on former Tamil Nadu minister EV Velu and 11 others in connection with a roadworks corruption case, with DMK president MK Stalin stating Velu is cooperating.
Fans of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay celebrated his birthday online, drawing tributes from prominent film stars and politicians including PM Modi, Kamal Haasan, Rahul Gandhi, and MK Stalin.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and MK Stalin extended birthday wishes to Rahul Gandhi as he turned 56. Modi prayed for Gandhi's good health and long life, while Stalin's message hinted at the Congress-DMK relationship.
MK Stalin has publicly questioned the stability of the newly formed TVK-led government in Tamil Nadu, expressing doubts that it will last even three months. His remarks highlight political uncertainty surrounding the new administration.
DMK president MK Stalin criticised Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leader Joseph Vijay, alleging he became Chief Minister by influencing children via Instagram and failed to appoint booth agents.
MK Stalin has criticized the ruling Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) for alleged horse-trading and 'dirty politics,' claiming it erodes public trust in the government.
Actor-turned-politician Vijay was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, officially marking his transition from cinema to state leadership. His swearing-in ceremony and initial days in office were met with both public celebration and political controversies, including a dispute over the rendition of 'Vande Mataram'.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has given DMK allies a free hand regarding a potential tie-up with Vijay's TVK party, amidst uncertainty after TVK failed to secure a majority on its own.
MK Stalin, the Chief Minister who took office in 2021, has faced his first electoral defeat in 35 years, losing his Kolathur constituency to TVK's VS Babu.
Prime Minister Modi's BJP party secured a historic victory in the West Bengal state election, gaining control of the state and ending the Trinamool Congress's long-standing rule.
Following exit polls predicting a substantial win for Vijay's party in the Tamil Nadu assembly polls, an ally of MK Stalin has praised the party's performance.
Hackers successfully stole millions of dollars from Sri Lanka's Finance Ministry, with reports indicating losses between $2.5 million and $3.2 million. The ministry confirmed the significant financial breach.
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu asserted that delimitation is inevitable and no state will face injustice, while criticizing Rahul Gandhi and MK Stalin for their claims about the opposition defeating a delimitation-linked proposal.
MK Stalin's son-in-law is stepping into the spotlight as the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) sharpens its election strategy, aiming for a rare second consecutive term in power.
MK Stalin issued a strong warning, stating that India risks reverting to the "old DMK of 1950s, 1960s" due to issues surrounding delimitation.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin confidently predicted victory for the DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance in the April 23 polls and urged party cadre to secure wins in every seat.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has demanded fair delimitation for southern states, criticizing the central government for secrecy and warning against decisions made without consent.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin criticized the CBSE's new three-language curriculum framework, calling it a "calculated Hindi imposition" that undermines federalism and regional languages.
MK Stalin, EPS, and Vijay are highlighted as the prominent chief ministerial candidates in Tamil Nadu, with five constituencies identified as crucial battlegrounds for these political figures.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin criticized AIADMK chief Edappadi K. Palaniswami's frequent visits to Delhi for seat-sharing talks, alleging that decisions of the opposition party are dictated by the capital. This follows Palaniswami's meetings with Union Home Minister Amit Shah, marking a shift from previous political styles.
For MK Stalin, bringing OPS into the fold is a low-risk, high-reward bargain
Actor Vijay has officially announced his political ambitions, stating that the 2026 Tamil Nadu assembly elections will be a direct contest against Chief Minister MK Stalin, whom he accused of making false promises.
MK Stalin has moved the Madras High Court to challenge TVK's victory in his stronghold constituency of Kolathur, alleging VVPAT lapses. He is seeking legal recourse regarding the election results.
The 84th protest against the Albanian government took place in Tirana, with demonstrators marching through the streets and reiterating calls for Prime Minister Edi Rama's resignation and the establishment of a transitional government. Protesters chanted slogans against the government and urged for massive participation in future demonstrations.
Tamil Nadu's opposition leader M.K. Stalin criticized the TVK government's budget, calling it a "waste" and a "remake of the Dravidian model." He stated that the budget repackaged old schemes and lacked new vision, despite the finance minister's aim for a $1.5 trillion economy by 2031.
MK Stalin, Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, criticized actor Vijay, stating 'arrogance leads to destruction,' after police arrested his son Udhayanidhi.
DMK president and former Tamil Nadu chief minister MK Stalin has called for the abolition of the NEET examination, noting that student protests in Delhi have drawn nationwide attention to the issue.
Dayalu Ammal, mother of DMK president M K Stalin, has been admitted to a Chennai hospital due to worsening health.
MK Stalin's son-in-law, Sabareesan, has sent defamation notices to two TVK ministers, demanding they withdraw their statements and issue an apology within 15 days or face legal action.
Actor Vijay's comment, 'Where's Your Father,' has sparked calls from the DMK for MK Stalin to return to the Assembly, especially significant after Stalin's unexpected defeat in his Kolathur constituency in the 2026 Assembly elections.
Congress workers celebrated Rahul Gandhi's birthday with various events, including cake cutting and 'dugdhabhishek'. His birthday response to MK Stalin hinted at a potential political rapprochement.
Tamil Nadu PWD Minister Aadhav Arjuna has issued a 10-page legal notice to Chief Minister MK Stalin and the DMK IT wing, demanding an unconditional apology published in both Tamil and English across their social media accounts and widely circulated newspapers.
A DMK leader has boldly predicted that the Vijay-led TVK government will last only four more months, with DMK president MK Stalin expected to return to power.
MK Stalin advocated for the cancellation of the NEET exam and the implementation of an ordinance for Class 12-based admissions, arguing that NEET has consistently disadvantaged students from poor and rural backgrounds.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay ordered the closure of 717 government-run TASMAC liquor shops located near schools, temples, and bus stops. This action comes as a rebel faction of the AIADMK party announced its support for Vijay's government, signaling a significant political realignment.
MK Stalin's DMK criticized actor-turned-politician Vijay for approaching the Governor with a coalition government proposal while falling short of the 118-seat majority mark.
The formation of the government in Tamil Nadu faces uncertainty as Vijay's TVK party struggles to secure a majority, leading to speculation about potential alliances or fresh elections. Rival parties AIADMK and DMK are reportedly moving MLAs to resorts amid the political deadlock.
Following the Tamil Nadu poll results, MK Stalin delivered a message of 'trust undefeated' to DMK workers, expressing confidence in future victories.
MK Stalin, a prominent political figure, has lost his traditional Kolathur stronghold constituency to VS Babu of the TVK party. This outcome came as a shock in the multi-cornered contest.
An analysis of the Tamil Nadu elections suggests a competitive outcome rather than a landslide, with predictions that DMK leader M.K. Stalin will recover strongly.
Millions of voters participated in state elections across West Bengal and Tamil Nadu, with both regions reporting exceptionally high turnouts despite challenging conditions. These elections are seen as a significant test for the Modi alliance and feature high-stakes battles for key political figures.
A massive explosion and fire at a fireworks manufacturing unit in Tamil Nadu, India, resulted in the deaths of at least 13 to 20 people. The incident occurred in the Virudhunagar district.
A profile highlights the five-decade political journey of MK Stalin, the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, from a grassroots volunteer to a state leader.
MK Stalin, speaking in Tiruvallur, framed the election as a choice between proven governance and untested alternatives, as the DMK party held a campaign event.
MK Stalin, a prominent Indian politician, has accused the central government of strategically using women's reservation as a tool against political rivals.
MK Stalin has sharply criticized the BJP over the Deepam Row, accusing them of attempting to turn Madurai into Manipur and also targeted the Centre for delays in key infrastructure projects like the AIIMS in Madurai.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has launched the DMK's election campaign, criticizing the BJP and its alliance. He warned that the NDA might rename Tamil Nadu to 'Dakshin Pradesh' if they come to power, accusing the AIADMK-BJP alliance of betraying minorities and Sri Lankan Tamils by supporting the CAA.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin and TVK's Vijay have officially filed their nominations for the upcoming polls, with Vijay filing from Perambur and Trichy East. CM Stalin filed his nomination from the Kolathur constituency in Chennai, expressing confidence in a fourth consecutive victory.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has voiced strong opposition to India's 'One Nation, One Election' proposal, arguing that it gravely undermines the country's federal structure.
Son's push for MK Stalin’s national role follows backing for West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee to take the reins of the alliance.
The ruling DMK party has initiated seat-sharing negotiations with its allies for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly election, with Congress leader KC Venugopal meeting Chief Minister MK Stalin.