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Tamil Nadu’s finance minister sparked political controversy after claiming he was forced to pay large sums for educational approvals under the previous DMK-led administration.
The Tamil Nadu government has announced that its female employees will now receive one year of maternity leave for their third child. This move has sparked debate, with a Congress MP expressing concerns about encouraging larger families.
The Supreme Court is currently weighing rules for donations to the Ram Mandir amidst an ongoing probe into alleged embezzlement, while the Vijay government has completed its first 100 days in office, navigating the pros and cons of its inexperience.
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.
Reports indicate an alleged 'Project Meghalaya' involving attempts to persuade at least one TVK MLA to defy the party whip, aiming to destabilize the Vijay Government.
Ahead of the Tamil Nadu Budget, the Vijay government's White Paper has raised significant fiscal alarm bells, indicating potential financial challenges.
A controversy has erupted in Tamil Nadu after 'Vande Mataram' was played before the Tamil invocation song at a swearing-in ceremony, prompting criticism from the DMK. The DMK accused the Vijay government of engaging in BJP politics by prioritizing the national song.
An autopsy report has revealed that three Tamil victims were tortured before being shot at close range, prompting calls for action from Udhayanidhi Stalin to the Vijay government.
The Vijay government in Tamil Nadu has reversed its order that barred students from participating in protests by Left and CJP-like organizations. This U-turn comes after an initial directive aimed at preventing students from joining such demonstrations.
The Vijay government has faced scrutiny over its initial 100 days, with questions arising regarding the implementation of election promises, its handling of the Cauvery water dispute, and the state's financial situation.
Udhayanidhi Stalin was released after his arrest for a controversial remark, with the Madras High Court ordering his immediate release. He has since rejected allegations regarding his comments and criticized Vijay's TVK party, stating his words had only one meaning.
Tamil Nadu government, led by Chief Minister Vijay, secures a Supreme Court stay against the Madras High Court's cow slaughter ban order.
A TVK MLA has alleged that he was offered ₹35 crore in a bribery attempt to topple the Vijay government, leading to charges of political horse-trading. Three individuals have been arrested in connection with the allegations, and Senthil Balaji has been named.
Two Congress Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) are set to join the Vijay government, with no AIADMK rebels currently expected to follow suit.
The Vijay government in Tamil Nadu, India, is set to launch a new initiative providing families with six free LPG cylinders annually.
The Vijay government has completed its first 100 days in office, marking a period of transition for an old state under a new ruler, with both advantages and disadvantages stemming from its inexperience.
In the first budget presented by the Vijay government, Tamil Nadu's significant debt has been identified as the state's most pressing fiscal challenge.
The Vijay government in Tamil Nadu is considering a proposal to include weekly chicken biryani in school meal programs, while also criticizing the Union government for withholding educational funds.
The Vijay government in India is challenging a cow slaughter order, a move seen as politically motivated rather than solely a legal matter.
The DMK has criticized the TVK-led Vijay government in Tamil Nadu over alleged 'midnight police action' against a Gen Z wing leader.
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.