‘His desire to disable AIADMK symbol…': Palaniswami slams OPS
1 year, 1 month ago

‘His desire to disable AIADMK symbol…': Palaniswami slams OPS

Hindustan Times  

Former Tamil Nadu chief minister Edappadi Palaniswami on Wednesday hit out at his former party colleague O Paneerselvam, saying that the latter's ‘desire’ to disable the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam symbol won't be fulfilled. Their desire to disable the AIADMK symbol during elections will not be fulfilled.," said Palaniswami as quoted by news agency ANI. On Tuesday, Palaniswami slammed the ruling DMK government for its latest Budget, saying that it doesn't benefit the farmers of the state. DMK hasn't introduced any new schemes for the welfare of farmers in this budget," said Palaniswami as quoted by news agency ANI.

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AIADMK keeps its options open for alliance with BJP, TVK, and NTK
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21 hours, 40 minutes ago

AIADMK keeps its options open for alliance with BJP, TVK, and NTK

The Hindu  

The AIADMK, which has realised that it needs to tie up with parties of considerable — if not, substantial — following to succeed in the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly election, appears to be keeping its options open for an alliance with parties such as the Bharatiya Janata Party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, and Naam Tamilar Katchi As of now, the party …

Annamalai softens stance on BJP-AIADMK alliance after top leader meets Amit Shah
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1 day, 8 hours ago

Annamalai softens stance on BJP-AIADMK alliance after top leader meets Amit Shah

India Today  

BJP’s Tamil Nadu unit chief K Annamalai appears to have softened his stance on AIADMK following a meeting between AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami and Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Delhi. Meanwhile, sources in both the BJP and AIADMK suggest that the BJP leadership is keen on bringing AIADMK back into the NDA fold, even if it requires …

Only DMK capable of opposing BJP on ideological level: Nilgiris MP
1 day, 18 hours ago

Only DMK capable of opposing BJP on ideological level: Nilgiris MP

The Hindu  

The Nilgiris MP, A. Raja, said that only the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam was capable of opposing the BJP on an “ideological” level. Addressing a gathering at a DMK students’ wing event in Udhagamandalam on Sunday, Mr. Raja said the AIADMK was a party without any ideology. Mr. Raja said that Tamil civilizations were one of the first to use iron, …

MK Stalin on AIADMK leader's Delhi visit: Switched 4 cars before meeting Amit Shah
2 days, 8 hours ago

MK Stalin on AIADMK leader's Delhi visit: Switched 4 cars before meeting Amit Shah

India Today  

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin took a dig at AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami over his recent visit to Delhi, where he met Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Stalin criticised EPS for skipping the assembly session during the crucial resolution against the Waqf Amendment Bill, which he claimed strips away the rights of Muslims. After landing, he switched four …

AIADMK MLAs evicted en masse from Tamil Nadu Assembly
4 days, 2 hours ago

AIADMK MLAs evicted en masse from Tamil Nadu Assembly

The Hindu  

AIADMK legislators were evicted en masse from the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly on Friday after they raised slogans against Speaker M. Appavu for not permitting the Leader of the Opposition Edappadi K. Palaniswami to raise “a matter of urgent public importance” during the Zero Hour. To get today’s top stories from the State in your inbox, subscribe to our Tamil …

AIADMK members evicted from Tamil Nadu Assembly for disrupting House session
4 days, 8 hours ago

AIADMK members evicted from Tamil Nadu Assembly for disrupting House session

India Today  

AIADMK members were evicted from the Tamil Nadu Assembly en masse on Friday after they created a ruckus immediately after the Question Hour, prompting Speaker M Appavu to order their removal. However, Appavu remained firm and directed Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin to commence his reply to the House. As Udhayanidhi stood up to speak, the AIADMK members created a …

AIADMK-BJP tango? After Edappadi K Palaniswamy, state BJP chief Annamalai in Delhi to meet Amit Shah
5 days, 8 hours ago

AIADMK-BJP tango? After Edappadi K Palaniswamy, state BJP chief Annamalai in Delhi to meet Amit Shah

New Indian Express  

Tamil Nadu BJP presient K Annamalai has flown to Delhi close on the heels of the visit of AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswamy's meeting with Amit Shah in Delhi triggering speculations that an AIADMK-BJP tie-up is on the cards for the next year's assembly elections in Tamil Nadu. A day after meeting Amit Shah in Delhi, Palaniswamy on Wednesday …

Political remarriage of AIADMK-BJP on the cards but relationship status remains complicated
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5 days, 8 hours ago

Political remarriage of AIADMK-BJP on the cards but relationship status remains complicated

India Today  

Marriages, they say, are made in heaven. Edappadi Palaniswami, the AIADMK boss, met Home Minister Amit Shah ostensibly to discuss the law and order situation in Tamil Nadu. The 2024 Lok Sabha elections saw the AIADMK and the NDA contesting separately, only to see the split in the anti-DMK vote helping the MK Stalin-led alliance sweep all 39 seats in …

A political gambit: On the AIADMK and the BJP-NDA
5 days, 14 hours ago

A political gambit: On the AIADMK and the BJP-NDA

The Hindu  

The “sudden” meeting between All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam General Secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami and Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi on March 25 has once again underscored the enduring principle of expediency in Indian electoral politics. Mr. Shah expressed hope that the National Democratic Alliance would form the government in Tamil Nadu next year, fuelling speculation …

Edappadi Palaniswami is facing severe crisis and BJP is exploiting the situation, says Mutharasan
5 days, 18 hours ago

Edappadi Palaniswami is facing severe crisis and BJP is exploiting the situation, says Mutharasan

The Hindu  

AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami is facing a severe crisis, personally and politically, and the BJP is exploiting this situation, State Secretary of the Communist Party of India R. Mutharasan said on Wednesday. While Tamil Nadu was engaged in a battle with the Centre over denial of funds and its rights, Mr. Palaniswami secretly met with Union Home Minister …

After meeting Shah, EPS says alliance will be decided closer to 2026 elections
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5 days, 23 hours ago

After meeting Shah, EPS says alliance will be decided closer to 2026 elections

Hindustan Times  

CHENNAI: A decision on forging an alliance between the Bharatiya Janata Party and the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam in Tamil Nadu will be taken closer to the 2026 assembly elections, AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami, or EPS, said on Wednesday, a day after he met Union home minister Amit Shah late on Tuesday. All India Anna Dravida …

EPS Meets Amit Shah, Seeks Probe into TN Liquor Scam, Dismisses BJP Alliance Rumours
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6 days ago

EPS Meets Amit Shah, Seeks Probe into TN Liquor Scam, Dismisses BJP Alliance Rumours

Deccan Chronicle  

Former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami on Wednesday said that he discussed the Enforcement Directorate case on the alleged scam involving the state-run liquor corporation, TASMAC, during his meeting with Union Home Minister Amit Shah and urged for a detailed inquiry.Palaniswami, who is also Leader of Opposition in the …

EPS-Amit Shah Hold Crucial Talks: Will AIADMK Rejoin NDA Ahead Of Tamil Nadu Elections?
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6 days, 2 hours ago

EPS-Amit Shah Hold Crucial Talks: Will AIADMK Rejoin NDA Ahead Of Tamil Nadu Elections?

ABP News  

AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Delhi on Tuesday, marking the first formal discussions between the two parties reportedly regarding a potential alliance for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. Discussions between AIADMK and BJP leaders have reportedly been ongoing for weeks with the Tamil Nadu-based party cautious about aligning again with the BJP …

EPS-Shah meet intensifies buzz on BJP, AIADMK ties
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6 days, 6 hours ago

EPS-Shah meet intensifies buzz on BJP, AIADMK ties

Hindustan Times  

AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami on Tuesday called on Union home minister and senior BJP leader Amit Shah amid speculation of a possible tie-up between the former allies ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu assembly polls, with people aware of the matter saying both parties may set up a steering committee to work out the alliance modalities. Once it …

EPS met Amit Shah for 15 mins, wanted Annamalai's role reduced in state: Sources
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6 days, 8 hours ago

EPS met Amit Shah for 15 mins, wanted Annamalai's role reduced in state: Sources

India Today  

AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami met in private with Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Delhi on Tuesday for 15 minutes to discuss conditions of a potential revival of the AIADMK-BJP alliance in Tamil Nadu, sources said. Sources said EPS presented specific conditions for re-establishing the partnership, emphasising that the AIADMK should lead the alliance in Tamil Nadu in …

AIADMK leader, Amit Shah meet: Patch-up with BJP ahead of 2026 Tamil Nadu polls?
1 week ago

AIADMK leader, Amit Shah meet: Patch-up with BJP ahead of 2026 Tamil Nadu polls?

India Today  

AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Delhi on Tuesday, sparking speculation about a possible revival of ties between the BJP and AIADMK ahead of the Tamil Nadu state elections in 2026. Earlier in the day, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin also hinted that the opposition leader travelled to Delhi to meet senior …

AIADMK backed CAA, now attending Iftar without shame: MK Stalin slams EPS
1 week, 1 day ago

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

India Today  

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin accused the AIADMK of betraying the Muslim community by supporting the Citizenship Amendment Act and now attempting to woo them through Iftar gatherings. Stalin slammed AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami, stating that his participation in Muslim events was hypocritical given his past support for the controversial law. He reminded people that during his tenure …

Palaniswami slams DMK’s allies, says JAC meet on delimitation is a drama to hide issues in TN
1 week, 1 day ago

Palaniswami slams DMK’s allies, says JAC meet on delimitation is a drama to hide issues in TN

New Indian Express  

COIMBATORE: The first Joint Action Committee meeting against delimitation convened by Chief Minister MK Stalin on Saturday was merely to divert the attention of the public from the deteriorating law and order situation in the state and rampant corruption in the administration, AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami said. Addressing reporters at Omalur in Salem district on Sunday, Palaniswami said, …

T.N. Chief Minister Stalin is not willing to conduct caste census: Palaniswami
1 week, 1 day ago

T.N. Chief Minister Stalin is not willing to conduct caste census: Palaniswami

The Hindu  

Former Chief Minister and All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami on Sunday said Chief Minister M.K. He further alleged that the Chief Minister was unwilling to conduct the caste census, providing various reasons to delay it and showing little interest in the issue. Regarding the Joint Action Committee on Fair Delimitation, organised by the Chief …

Beware of calculations against you: DMK’s oblique caution to AIADMK
1 week, 3 days ago

Beware of calculations against you: DMK’s oblique caution to AIADMK

The Hindu  

The ruling DMK shared a word of caution, albeit oblique, with the AIADMK on the floor of the Assembly on Friday. Recalling the shared history of the parties that were divided only in their principles, Mr. Thennarasu said, “Our beloved Annan Thangamani is doing the calculations of addition and subtraction here. But you should not forget that some others are …

AIADMK's no-confidence motion against Tamil Nadu Assembly Speaker fails
2 weeks, 1 day ago

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

Deccan Chronicle  

A no confidence motion filed against Tamil Nadu Assembly Speaker M Appavu by the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazghagam failed on Monday.Deputy Speaker Pichandy announced that the resolution on no-confidence motion against Speaker Appavu brought by AIADMK today failed through the voice vote. 62 members supported the resolution and 154 members opposed the AIADMK resolution.AIADMK moved the resolution stating …

AIADMK leaders should shed ego to return to power in 2026: OPS
2 weeks, 1 day ago

AIADMK leaders should shed ego to return to power in 2026: OPS

The Hindu  

: Former Chief Minister and ADMK Workers Rights’ Retrieval Committee coordinator O. Panneerselvam, on Sunday, said that All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam leaders should shed their ego and reunite to win in the 2026 Assembly elections. Speaking to reporters in Vaniyambadi town, Mr. Panneerselvam said if there was any intention to bring back AIADMK rule in 2026, then the …

BJP, AIADMK walkout in Tamil Nadu assembly over rupee symbol move, liquor scam
2 weeks, 4 days ago

BJP, AIADMK walkout in Tamil Nadu assembly over rupee symbol move, liquor scam

India Today  

The BJP and the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam staged a walkout from the Tamil Nadu Assembly during the state Budget 2025-26 presentation, protesting against the DMK government’s move to replace the rupee symbol and alleged corruption in Tamil Nadu State Marketing Corporation Limited. ANNAMALAI CALLS BUDGET EYEWASH BJP state president K Annamalai slammed the budget, calling it an …

AIADMK stages walkout during Tamil Nadu Budget session, demands DMK govt resignation
2 weeks, 4 days ago

AIADMK stages walkout during Tamil Nadu Budget session, demands DMK govt resignation

Hindustan Times  

The AIADMK staged a walkout from the Tamil Nadu state assembly during finance minister Thangam Thennarasu's presentation of Budget 2025-26 on Friday. AIADMK walked out of the Budget session of the Tamil Nadu assembly and demanded resignation of DMK government AIADMK general secretary and leader of opposition Edappadi K Palaniswami said the party had left since Speaker M Appavu had …

A more conciliatory approach of AIADMK
3 weeks ago

A more conciliatory approach of AIADMK

The Hindu  

The AIADMK general secretary and Leader of the Opposition in the Tamil Nadu Assembly, Edappadi K. Palaniswami, who burnt his fingers during the 2024 Lok Sabha elections by not stitching up an alliance with several anti-DMK parties, seems to be changing tack regarding the BJP. Mr. Palaniswami said that the AIADMK’s goal was to defeat its “only enemy”, the DMK, …

AIADMK has no history of doing penance for electoral alliance: EPS
3 weeks, 2 days ago

AIADMK has no history of doing penance for electoral alliance: EPS

The Hindu  

The All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam has no history of doing penance for the sake of electoral alliance with other parties, AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami said on Saturday. “Ours is a powerful party,” Mr. Palaniswami told a news channel after attending an event to mark International Women’s Day, organised at the AIADMK office in Royapettah. To mark …

AIADMK expels ex-MLA after his participation in BJP’s three-language policy signature campaign
3 weeks, 3 days ago

AIADMK expels ex-MLA after his participation in BJP’s three-language policy signature campaign

The Hindu  

AIADMK’s three-time MLA of Gummidipoondi, K.S. Announcing this, the organisation’s general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami, said the former legislator had gone against the policy and objectives of the party. Though he did not cite any specific action of his erstwhile colleague, Mr. Vijayakumar, who held the position of secretary of the Tiruvallur district unit of the Puratchi Thalaivi Peravai and …

AIADMK expels former MLA KS Vijayakumar for supporting BJP’s three-language policy campaign
3 weeks, 4 days ago

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 …

DMK is our only enemy, says Palaniswami
3 weeks, 6 days ago

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
4 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 …

‘Slave to RSS’: DMK attacks BJP for boycotting MK Stalin's delimitation meeting
4 weeks ago

‘Slave to RSS’: DMK attacks BJP for boycotting MK Stalin's delimitation meeting

Hindustan Times  

In a fresh attack against the Bharatiya Janata Party over the delimitation issue, DMK leader TKS Elangovan accused the party of being a “slave to the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh ". Elangovan's remark follows the BJP's decision to boycott an all-party meeting convened by Tamil Nadu chief minister MK Stalin. BJP refuses to attend Stalin's all-party meeting The development comes after …

AIADMK chief says raids on party leader's properties foul play by DMK
1 month, 1 week ago

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 …

AIADMK is an unshakable force, will return to power in 2026: Sengottaiyan
1 month, 1 week ago

AIADMK is an unshakable force, will return to power in 2026: Sengottaiyan

The Hindu  

Former AIADMK minister and incumbent Gobichettipalayam MLA K.A. Sengottaiyan said the party was an “unshakable force” and would deliver exemplary governance after winning the 2026 Assembly election in the State. In a brief interaction with mediapersons in Gobichettipalayam on Monday, after distributing sweets to the public on the occasion of former Chief Minister J. Jayalalithaa’s 77th birthday, he said the …

Palaniswami, Dhinakaran hit out at DMK govt. and ‘traitors’ on the eve of Jayalalithaa’s birth anniversary
1 month, 1 week ago

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”. …

People of Tamil Nadu will dethrone DMK govt. soon: Annamalai
1 month, 1 week ago

People of Tamil Nadu will dethrone DMK govt. soon: Annamalai

The Hindu  

Amid escalating war of words between Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin and BJP State president K. Annamalai, the latter on Friday said the people of the State would “dethrone” the DMK government soon. “For high handedness of one family, having a tainted cabinet, being an epicentre of corruption, turning a blind eye to lawlessness, turning Tamil Nadu into …

O. Panneerselvam empathises with senior AIADMK leader K.A. Sengottaiyan’s predicament
1 month, 1 week ago

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 …

People will defeat AIADMK for false propaganda, says Law Minister
1 month, 1 week ago

People will defeat AIADMK for false propaganda, says Law Minister

The Hindu  

Law Minister S. Regupathy on Wednesday said the people of Tamil Nadu would defeat the AIADMK and its leader Edappadi K. Palaniswami for suppressing the DMK government’s prompt action on crimes against women and for politicising these issues. In a statement, he said sexual assault against women is a social issue and it is difficult to monitor the offenders as …

AIADMK promises 'mega alliance' to overthrow ruling party in Tamil Nadu
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

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
1 month, 2 weeks ago

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’s views on prominent issues have always been independent: EPS
1 month, 2 weeks ago

AIADMK’s views on prominent issues have always been independent: EPS

The Hindu  

Leader of Opposition and AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami on Sunday said the Centre should release pending dues under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act to the State government, as many women workers have not received their salaries under the scheme. Addressing a zonal conference for young party cadres from 10 districts in Vellore, Mr. Palaniswami said, …

AIADMK would strongly oppose imposition of Hindi in any form: Former Minister D. Jayakumar
1 month, 2 weeks 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 …

Tamil Nadu: AIADMK Rift Eases as OPS Offers Unconditional Return
1 month, 2 weeks 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, 2 weeks 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, 2 weeks 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 …

EPS loses grip as storms in the AIADMK teacup indicate
1 month, 3 weeks ago

EPS loses grip as storms in the AIADMK teacup indicate

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: The overwhelming victory in the Erode East Assembly by-election and a series of storms in the AIADMK teacup have led to the DMK speculating on the AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami losing his grip over the party, whose cadre, as Law Minister S Regupathy claimed, had already started gravitating towards the DMK. A sign of rebellion was perceptible …

New DMK MLA takes oath
1 month, 3 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, …

AIADMK, BJP lack strength to face Erode East DMK candidate Chandhirakumar: Tamil Nadu CM Stalin
1 month, 4 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 …

Tamil Nadu: DMK, allies to boycott Governor RN Ravi's tea party on Republic Day
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2 months, 1 week ago

Tamil Nadu: DMK, allies to boycott Governor RN Ravi's tea party on Republic Day

India TV News  

The ruling DMK and its allies will not be taking part in State Governor RN Ravi’s tea party on Republic Day, sources said. The Tamil Nadu government’ decision comes a day after DMK allies including Congress, the Left parties and the VCK announced boycotting the 'At Home' reception organised by RN Ravi on the occasion of Republic Day on January …

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin requests Modi, Shah not to replace Governor; says Ravi’s tenure in T.N. helped DMK grow
2 months, 1 week ago

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin requests Modi, Shah not to replace Governor; says Ravi’s tenure in T.N. helped DMK grow

The Hindu  

DMK president and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Friday requested Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah not to replace R.N. Despite all the reservations that the DMK had against Mr. Ravi, the party favoured his continuation in Tamil Nadu Raj Bhavan only because it helped further the growth of the DMK in the State, …

CM’s reply triggers nasty exchange
2 months, 1 week ago

CM’s reply triggers nasty exchange

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai:Chief Minister M K Stalin’s reply to the Leader of the Opposition, Edappadi K Palaniswami, on the honouring of election promise at the public function in Sivaganga, triggered an exchange of broadsides between both the parties each accusing the other of not implementing projects announced in their respective manifestos. Angered by the Chief Minister’s comment that the Leader of the …

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