DMK bid to unite opposition meets with lukewarm response
11 years, 5 months ago

DMK bid to unite opposition meets with lukewarm response

The Hindu  

While the DMK is keen on uniting the opposition against the ruling AIADMK in the December 4 by-election to the Yercaud Assembly constituency, its efforts have evoked only lukewarm response, even from its erstwhile ally, the Congress. “The Lok Sabha polls are our priority and we don’t want to fritter away our energy on other issues,” said BJP’s state president Pon. “The Assembly elections in five States top the agenda of the Congress high command, and it is unlikely to indicate its mind immediately on any by-election in a State where the party stands to gain nothing,” said a senior Congress leader. “We wonder what is the need for him to ask the BJP for support, knowing well that Congress will not be comfortable with the move,” said another senior Congress leader. The message is that the Congress needs us more than we need it in the Lok Sabha polls,” said a former DMK minister.

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AIADMK backed CAA, now attending Iftar without shame: MK Stalin slams EPS
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India Today  

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AIADMK's no-confidence motion against Tamil Nadu Assembly Speaker fails

Deccan Chronicle  

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Vijay accuses DMK of indulging in graft, BJP extends support to him
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Vijay accuses DMK of indulging in graft, BJP extends support to him

Hindustan Times  

Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam president Vijay on Sunday launched an attack on the ruling DMK government, accusing it of indulging in corruption, following investigations were initiated into the alleged irregularities in the Tamil Nadu State Marketing Corporation. Vijay said that an “entire book on corruption” can be written about the DMK’s mismanagement. “The kind of organised corruption exposed in the report …

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Deccan Chronicle  

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BJP's Own Goal: Dharmendra Pradhan Fuels 'Tamil Pride' Flame, DMK Reaps Warmth
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BJP's Own Goal: Dharmendra Pradhan Fuels 'Tamil Pride' Flame, DMK Reaps Warmth

The Quint  

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Delimitation DMK Delegation Meets Karnataka CM & Andhra Leaders In Bid To Build United South India Chorus
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Delimitation DMK Delegation Meets Karnataka CM & Andhra Leaders In Bid To Build United South India Chorus

ABP News  

In a bid to forge an united opposition against the delimitation exercise, the DMK has intensified its outreach to regional leaders, including those within the NDA. A DMK delegation, comprising Tamil Nadu Forest Minister K Ponmudi and Rajya Sabha MP Mohammed Abdullah Ismail, also met Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah at his Bengaluru residence as part of these efforts. On Wednesday, the …

DMK delegation invites Odisha leaders, including Naveen Patnaik, for Chennai meeting on delimitation
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DMK delegation invites Odisha leaders, including Naveen Patnaik, for Chennai meeting on delimitation

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: The DMK delegation, including Industries Minister TRB Rajaa and Chennai Central MP Dayanidhi Maran, met former Odisha Chief Minister and Biju Janata Dal president Naveen Patnaik on Tuesday. They invited him to a meeting hosted by DMK president and Chief Minister MK Stalin in Chennai on March 22 to discuss strategies for addressing issues related to the delimitation of …

DMK MPs vow to oppose population-based Lok Sabha seat delimitation in Parliament
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2 weeks, 1 day ago

DMK MPs vow to oppose population-based Lok Sabha seat delimitation in Parliament

India Today  

DMK MPs on Sunday resolved to work towards ensuring Tamil Nadu's rights vis-a-vis the Lok Sabha seats delimitation issue, saying the population-based exercise will affect not just the southern states but also others including Odisha and West Bengal. A meeting of DMK MPs, held under party president and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin here, came on the eve …

DMK MPs hold meet, pass resolution to raise delimitation issue in Parliament
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DMK MPs hold meet, pass resolution to raise delimitation issue in Parliament

Live Mint  

All DMK MPs, who met on Sunday in Chennai, passed a resolution to raise the delimitation exercise issue in the Parliament session on Monday. One resolution read: “DMK MPs will raise voice in Parliament supporting the efforts of Chief Minister MK Stalin to safeguard the Tamil Nadu Lok Sabha constituencies. This meeting passes resolution that MPs will raise this issue …

Those who blamed BJP for loss now eager for alliance, says TN BJP president Annamalai
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Those who blamed BJP for loss now eager for alliance, says TN BJP president Annamalai

New Indian Express  

COIMBATORE: TN BJP president K Annamalai on Friday said people who had been blaming the BJP for their electoral defeats in the last five years are now eagerly waiting to ally with it. His statement comes a few days after AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami recently said DMK is the party’s “sole adversary” and splitting of votes will not …

AIADMK expels former MLA KS Vijayakumar for supporting BJP’s three-language policy campaign
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AIADMK expels former MLA KS Vijayakumar for supporting BJP’s three-language policy campaign

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami on Friday expelled former MLA KS Vijayakumar, who represented Gummidipoondi Assembly constituency from 2006 to 11, for acting against the party’s objectives and ideology. While the letter issued by EPS in this regard did not mention any specific reason, his expulsion came after he signed the signature campaign launched on Wednesday by the …

Tamil Nadu Political Parties Close Ranks Against Lok Sabha Delimitation, Leaving BJP on the Defensive
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Tamil Nadu Political Parties Close Ranks Against Lok Sabha Delimitation, Leaving BJP on the Defensive

The Hindu  

Published : Mar 06, 2025 11:03 IST - 4 MINS READ When political parties in Tamil Nadu met at the State secretariat on March 5 to condemn a possible delimitation of Lok Sabha constituencies, the story that emerged was that of the complete isolation of the BJP in the State. In resolutions passed at the meeting, Tamil Nadu demanded that …

DMK is our only enemy, says Palaniswami
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DMK is our only enemy, says Palaniswami

The Hindu  

AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami said here on Tuesday that the DMK was the only enemy of his party. On reports that the AIADMK was holding talks with the BJP for an alliance in the 2026 Assembly election, he said his party was ready to defeat the DMK, and this was its primary aim. We released the election manifesto …

AIADMK chief fuels speculations of BJP alliance with 'wait six months' remark
3 weeks ago

AIADMK chief fuels speculations of BJP alliance with 'wait six months' remark

India Today  

AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami stirred speculation over the party’s future political alliances, urging people to “wait for six months” when asked about a potential tie-up with the BJP. “It is our sole responsibility to defeat the anti-people DMK, and it will happen in 2026.” He also underscored the party’s strategy, stating, “Our aim is to defeat DMK without splitting …

DMK to show off unity in alliance
3 weeks, 4 days ago

DMK to show off unity in alliance

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: A felicitation for Chief Minister M K Stalin has been organised on Friday, on the eve of his 72rd birthday, with leaders of 23 alliance parties, including Makkal Needi Maiyam founder Kamal Haasan and Mukkulathor Puli Padai founder Karunas, offering their greetings on stage and expressing their support to the DMK’s latest stand on issues like the Union Government’s …

AIADMK chief says raids on party leader's properties foul play by DMK
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AIADMK chief says raids on party leader's properties foul play by DMK

India Today  

The Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption conducted raids at properties linked to AIADMK MLA Amman Arjunan, who represents the Coimbatore North constituency in Tamil Nadu. Reacting strongly to the development, Leader of Opposition and AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami accused the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam of political vendetta, claiming the probe was an attempt to divert attention from the …

Palaniswami, Dhinakaran hit out at DMK govt. and ‘traitors’ on the eve of Jayalalithaa’s birth anniversary
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Palaniswami, Dhinakaran hit out at DMK govt. and ‘traitors’ on the eve of Jayalalithaa’s birth anniversary

The Hindu  

On the eve of the birth anniversary of former Chief Minister Jayalalithaa, AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami and AMMK founder T.T.V. Referring to the erstwhile Congress-led UPA government at the Centre, of which the DMK was a constituent, Mr. Palaniswami said it continued to act against the then Jayalalithaa government in Tamil Nadu, pushing it towards a “financial crisis”. …

O. Panneerselvam empathises with senior AIADMK leader K.A. Sengottaiyan’s predicament
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O. Panneerselvam empathises with senior AIADMK leader K.A. Sengottaiyan’s predicament

The Hindu  

Former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister O. Panneerselvam on Thursday said he understood full well the emotional turmoil senior AIADMK leader K.A. Describing Mr. Sengottaiyan as an able administrator, citing his previous association, Mr. Panneerselvam said the former was a leader for whom the party was of prime importance rather than likes and dislikes. When asked about the purported ‘Get Out …

DMK hopes to contest in 20 seats in 2026 Assembly election, says party convenor R. Siva
1 month ago

DMK hopes to contest in 20 seats in 2026 Assembly election, says party convenor R. Siva

The Hindu  

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AIADMK must reunite for future success, says O. Panneerselvam
1 month ago

AIADMK must reunite for future success, says O. Panneerselvam

The Hindu  

Former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister O. Panneerselvam on Wednesday underscored the need for unity within the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam, and praised senior leader S. Sengottaiyan for his dedication to the party. Referring to the AIADMK’s electoral performance in the last Lok Sabha elections, Mr. Panneerselvam pointed out that the party had suffered significant setbacks, losing deposits in …

AIADMK promises 'mega alliance' to overthrow ruling party in Tamil Nadu
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AIADMK promises 'mega alliance' to overthrow ruling party in Tamil Nadu

India Today  

AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami announced on Sunday that his party would form a grand alliance for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections to challenge the ruling DMK and secure victory. Addressing a public meeting organised by the party’s Ilaigyargal-Ilam Pengal Pasarai wing in Vellore district, Palaniswami took aim at Stalin’s recent remarks about ideological unity within the DMK-led …

Palaniswami vows to form mega alliance to dislodge DMK; win 2026 Assembly polls
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Palaniswami vows to form mega alliance to dislodge DMK; win 2026 Assembly polls

Deccan Chronicle  

AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami on Sunday said that a mega alliance would be formed by his party for the 2026 Assembly election to take on the DMK and win polls and targeted Chief Minister M K Stalin over crimes against women and children.Addressing a public meeting, a conference of the party's Ilaigyargal-Ilam Pengal Pasarai wing, he said DMK …

AIADMK would strongly oppose imposition of Hindi in any form: Former Minister D. Jayakumar
1 month, 1 week ago

AIADMK would strongly oppose imposition of Hindi in any form: Former Minister D. Jayakumar

The Hindu  

“The All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam would strongly oppose the imposition of Hindi, even if it assumed the form of the National Education Policy,” senior party leader and former Minister D. Jayakumar said on Sunday. He contended students of Tamil Nadu were being affected by the “political game.” “The AIADMK would strongly oppose the imposition of Hindi in any …

Recent changes in DMK are an effort to effect reforms: Stalin
1 month, 1 week ago

Recent changes in DMK are an effort to effect reforms: Stalin

The Hindu  

DMK president and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Friday justified the creation of new party district units and fresh appointments to certain posts, while dropping some others. They are an effort to “effect reforms” and “not to remove weeds” from the party. Mr. Stalin urged the cadre to ensure victory against those who have an “unannounced alliance” and …

Minorities will vote against DMK, says Annamalai
1 month, 1 week ago

Minorities will vote against DMK, says Annamalai

The Hindu  

Members of the minority communities in Tamil Nadu will vote against the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam in the Assembly elections next year, claimed Annamalai, State president of the Bharatiya Janata Party, in Coimbatore on Friday. Mr. Annamalai, joined by Tejasvi Surya, president of the Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha, and Vanathi Srinivasan, who heads BJP’s women’s wing, paid homage to those who …

India Today's MOTN survey reflects Tamil Nadu people's feelings: DMK Minister
1 month, 1 week ago

India Today's MOTN survey reflects Tamil Nadu people's feelings: DMK Minister

India Today  

Tamil Nadu Law Minister and senior Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam leader S Reghupathy welcomed the India Today Mood of the Nation survey results for the state. According to the MOTN survey, if Lok Sabha elections were to be held again today, Tamil Nadu would still vote for DMK-Congress alliance. It shows that reception has increased for the ruling party and our …

Tamil Nadu: AIADMK Rift Eases as OPS Offers Unconditional Return
1 month, 1 week ago

Tamil Nadu: AIADMK Rift Eases as OPS Offers Unconditional Return

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: Differences among the top brass of the AIADMK simmered down after the potential showdown was averted by the apparently rebellious K A Sengottaiyan, who did not want to take his protest any further, while the ousted general secretary O Panneerselvam agreed to ‘join’ the party without any pre-conditions in the interest of protecting the organization thus opening another Pandora’s …

DMK goes for major organizational revamp
1 month, 1 week ago

DMK goes for major organizational revamp

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: In an unprecedented revamp of the organizational structure, the DMK appointed youth and leaders who came from other parties as district secretaries, whose composition has been made diverse through the inclusion of Dalits, Muslims and people from all communities. As a traditional party, the DMK of yore would have just one district unit with a secretary in every revenue …

Too much of churning in AIADMK expected
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1 month, 1 week ago

Too much of churning in AIADMK expected

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: A reminder on the State having to elect six Rajya Sabha members this June evoked a plethora of speculations, including one on the AIADMK reviving ties with the BJP and on several other possibilities waiting to unfold, even as an unprecedented crowd gathered at AIADMK leader K A Sengottiyan’s house portending a possible split in the party on the …

New DMK MLA takes oath
1 month, 2 weeks ago

New DMK MLA takes oath

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: The newly elected MLA from Erode East constituency, V C Chandrakumar, was sworn in as a member of the House on Monday by the Speaker M Appavu at his chamber in the Assembly in the presence of Chief Minister M K Stalin, Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin, VCK president Thol Thirumavalavan and other State Ministers. Speaking to the media, …

Erode bypoll: DMK secures big lead over NTK in election AIADMK, BJP boycotted – Firstpost
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Erode bypoll: DMK secures big lead over NTK in election AIADMK, BJP boycotted – Firstpost

Firstpost  

According to local media sources, the ruling party of DMK may have benefitted from BJP’s and AIADMK’s boycott. The main contest here is between the DMK’s VC Chandirakumar and the Tamil nationalist party Naam Tamizhar Katchi’s M K Seethalakshmi. Voting here was held on February 5 with a turnout of about 68 per cent even as some major political parties …

Opinion poll predicts victory for DMK in Erode (East) byelection
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Opinion poll predicts victory for DMK in Erode (East) byelection

The Hindu  

An opinion poll conducted by People Studies has predicted victory for the DMK in the byelection to the Erode Assembly constituency, scheduled for February 5. People Studies Director Professor Dr. S. Rajanayagam, and Deputy Director Sirumalar Jegan released the results of the opinion poll on Sunday. About 35.8% of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam members and those who support the party would …

AIADMK, BJP lack strength to face Erode East DMK candidate Chandhirakumar: Tamil Nadu CM Stalin
1 month, 3 weeks ago

AIADMK, BJP lack strength to face Erode East DMK candidate Chandhirakumar: Tamil Nadu CM Stalin

The Hindu  

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam president and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Sunday, alleged that the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam and the Bharatiya Janata Party had boycotted the February 5 by-election to Erode East Assembly constituency because they did not have the strength to fight the DMK candidate and face the people in the constituency. Erode bypoll 2025 …

Former VCK leader Aadhav Arjuna likely to join actor Vijay's party
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Former VCK leader Aadhav Arjuna likely to join actor Vijay's party

India Today  

Former Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi deputy general secretary Aadhav Arjuna arrived at actor-politician Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam party office today, fuelling speculation about his potential induction into the party. At the event, where TVK chief Vijay was also present, Arjuna spoke against “monarchy-like practices” in state politics and argued that leadership should be based on ideology rather than hereditary succession. Arjuna …

When Odisha’s towering leader Biju Patnaik tried his best to bring DMK, AIADMK together
1 month, 3 weeks ago

When Odisha’s towering leader Biju Patnaik tried his best to bring DMK, AIADMK together

The Hindu  

Over 45 years have passed, but former Odisha Chief Minister Biju Patnaik’s attempt to bring together the DMK and the AIADMK, Tamil Nadu’s principal political adversaries, continues to evoke interest among many sections. Two days later, Karunanidhi, accompanied by his colleagues ‘Murasoli’ Maran, Arcot N. Veeraswami, and S.S. Thennarasu, met Indira Gandhi “after a gap of four years” at her …

Opposition parties to hit the campaign trail early
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Opposition parties to hit the campaign trail early

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: Opposition parties in the State have all started devising their strategy for the next Assembly elections in mid-2026 and most of them are planning to launch their campaigns more than a year ahead of polls, starting with the prime opposition party, the AIADMK, whose general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami has already drawn up his detail tour plan starting by …

Tamil Nadu Congress invites actor Vijay to join INDIA bloc, BJP mocks offer
2 months ago

Tamil Nadu Congress invites actor Vijay to join INDIA bloc, BJP mocks offer

India Today  

A political slugfest erupted in Tamil Nadu after state Congress chief K Selvaperunthagai extended an invitation to actor-turned-politician and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam chief Vijay to join the opposition INDIA bloc. As a citizen of India, this is my humble suggestion," the Tamil Nadu Congress chief said, inviting a quick response from the BJP. Tamil Nadu BJP chief K Annamalai took …

How a Tamil nationalist party is upping the stakes in Erode East bypoll
2 months, 1 week ago

How a Tamil nationalist party is upping the stakes in Erode East bypoll

India Today  

The Tamil nationalist Naam Tamizhar Katchi, the only political party in the race against the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam for the February 5 Erode East assembly bypoll in Tamil Nadu, is determined to make a fight of it. Both the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam and BJP are boycotting the by-election, perhaps the last one before the assembly elections …

Erode East Byelection 2025: BJP, AIADMK, TVK boycott leaves DMK unopposed
2 months, 1 week ago

Erode East Byelection 2025: BJP, AIADMK, TVK boycott leaves DMK unopposed

The Hindu  

Published : Jan 17, 2025 17:45 IST - 6 MINS READ A third byelection in under four years, a boycott by almost the entire opposition political parties from contesting, and a nuanced re-drawing of electoral understanding among allies—all these make the Erode East byelection, to be held on February 5, 2025, a notable one on multiple counts. Annamalai claimed that …

Campaign in Erode East Yet to Pick up Momentum
2 months, 1 week ago

Campaign in Erode East Yet to Pick up Momentum

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: Campaign for the February 5 Erode East by-election is yet to pick up momentum as the candidates representing registered active political parties, the DMK and the Naam Tamilar Katchi, are gearing up to file the nominations only on Friday before launching an acrimonious attack against each other. Though the Assembly by-election is inconsequential – whoever wins, the overall political …

DMK to Have a Walkover in Erode East
2 months, 1 week ago

DMK to Have a Walkover in Erode East

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: The by-election to the Erode East Assembly constituency on February 5 is likely to see the DMK having a walkover as all the major political rivals have announced a boycott of the elections to express their protest over the DMK’s anticipated malpractices with only the Naam Tamilar Katchi of Seeman expected to remain in the fray. However, it is …

Erode (East) bypoll: With AIADMK choosing to stay away, DMK’s chances appear bright
2 months, 1 week ago

Erode (East) bypoll: With AIADMK choosing to stay away, DMK’s chances appear bright

The Hindu  

With the AIADMK, known for its traditional strong base in the western districts of Tamil Nadu, having decided to boycott the Erode Assembly byelection slated for February 5, the cards appear to be stacked in the DMK’s favour. Since the formation of Erode in 2008 following delimitation, the constituency saw seven polls, including three Lok Sabha elections and one byelection …

Will it be a cake walk for DMK in Erode East?
2 months, 1 week ago

Will it be a cake walk for DMK in Erode East?

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: The DMK announced that its propaganda deputy secretary VC Chandrakumar will be nominated to contest the February 5 by-election to the Erode East constituency as the candidate for the DMK-led alliance in the State and the Congress, too, said that it had decided to give the seat to the ally after discussions in the party. Announcing the candidate, Chief …

Tamil Nadu: Opposition parties AIADMK, DMDK boycott Erode Assembly bypoll, accuse DMK of threatening voters
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Tamil Nadu: Opposition parties AIADMK, DMDK boycott Erode Assembly bypoll, accuse DMK of threatening voters

India TV News  

Ahead of the bypoll for Tamil Nadu's Erode Assembly seat, the opposition parties, AIADMK and its ally DMDK on Saturday announced to boycott of the elections. In his post from the AIADMK handle, he said, "In the upcoming Erode Assembly Constituency by-election, because the ministers and DMK-people will abuse the power of the incompetent Vidya DMK's Stalin model government; Because …

Tamil Nadu: DMK announces VC Chandhirakumar as candidate for Erode East bypoll
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Tamil Nadu: DMK announces VC Chandhirakumar as candidate for Erode East bypoll

India TV News  

The ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam has officially named V.C. The DMK and Congress agreed to field the DMK candidate in light of the upcoming 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. The Congress, which traditionally held the Erode East seat, decided not to contest the by-election, conceding the seat to the DMK on Stalin's request. K. Selvaperunthagai, President of the Tamil Nadu …

Tamil Nadu opposition parties boycott Erode bypoll, accuse DMK of intimidation
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Tamil Nadu opposition parties boycott Erode bypoll, accuse DMK of intimidation

India Today  

The trend of boycotting bypolls in Tamil Nadu continues as two opposition parties, AIADMK and DMDK, announced on Saturday their decision to skip the upcoming Erode East byelection, scheduled for February 5, alleging intimidation by Chief Minister MK Stalin-led Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam. AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami was the first to declare the boycott, followed by DMDK General Secretary …

DMK, AIADMK on same page on resolution against UGC
2 months, 2 weeks ago

DMK, AIADMK on same page on resolution against UGC

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: A rarity of both the Dravidian majors — ruling DMK and the opposition AIADMK — wholeheartedly coming together in the Assembly on an issue without any reservations was witnessed on Thursday when the AIADMK strongly backed the resolution moved by Chief Minister MK Stalin demanding the immediate withdrawal of the new UGC’s draft regulations regarding the appointment of vice-chancellors. …

DMK govt. reiterates stand on tungsten mining, blames AIADMK for Central auction of strategic minerals
2 months, 2 weeks ago

DMK govt. reiterates stand on tungsten mining, blames AIADMK for Central auction of strategic minerals

The Hindu  

Reiterating its stand against the tungsten mining project in Madurai district, the DMK government on Wednesday cornered the AIADMK in the Assembly over its Rajya Sabha member supporting the legislation that empowered Centre to auction strategic minerals. In his message to people, farmers and those protesting against the tungsten mining project in Madurai district, Finance Minister Thangam Thennarasu asserted the …

CPM leader’s remarks have potential to destabilise camaraderie: Murasoli
2 months, 2 weeks ago

CPM leader’s remarks have potential to destabilise camaraderie: Murasoli

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: Sharply reacting to the remarks of CPM state secretary K Balakrishnan as to whether Chief Minister MK Stalin has imposed an undeclared emergency in Tamil Nadu, the ruling DMK on Sunday said the CPM leader has expressed his views without realising the fact that such comments have the potential to destabilise the alliance camaraderie between the two parties. Giving …

DMK executive panel condemns Union Minister Amit Shah; slams BJP for bid to 'divert attention'
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3 months ago

DMK executive panel condemns Union Minister Amit Shah; slams BJP for bid to 'divert attention'

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: DMK's executive committee meeting, chaired by party president and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin here on Sunday strongly condemned Union Home Minister Amit Shah, for "defaming" Babasaheb Ambedkar. Shah besmirched the sacrifices of Dr Ambedkar, which was "unacceptable" and a "blot" on Parliamentary democracy under the BJP regime, the Dravidian party alleged in a resolution. In order …

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