AIADMK meet passes resolution backing EPS
7 months, 2 weeks ago

AIADMK meet passes resolution backing EPS

Hindustan Times  

Chennai: Despite their loss in every election after 2016 and amidst a splinter, Tamil Nadu’s main opposition AIADMK on Friday resolved to stand by their general secretary and leader of opposition Edappadi Palaniswami. The executive committee meeting on Friday praised EPS for running the government successfully for over four years. “The Executive Committee resolves to stand by the decisions and strategies devised by Edappadi K Palaniswami to register a victory in the 2026 assembly polls that will see the party getting yet another chance to rule the state,” the resolution read. The executive committee meeting on Friday praised EPS for running the government successfully for over four years after the death of J Jayalalithaa in 2016 until the 2021 assembly elections which DMK swept.

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Ousted leader welcomes possible AIADMK-BJP tie-up after members met Amit Shah
1 week ago

Ousted leader welcomes possible AIADMK-BJP tie-up after members met Amit Shah

India Today  

Expelled AIADMK leader O Panneerselvam said that he is part of the BJP-led NDA and welcomed the talks between BJP and his former party. When asked about the possibility of him leading the AIADMK in the future, OPS responded diplomatically, saying, “The future will decide.” His comments come a day after AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami told the media …

AIADMK-BJP alliance will be decided closer to Tamil Nadu elections 2026: EPS after meeting Amit Shah in Delhi
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1 week ago

AIADMK-BJP alliance will be decided closer to Tamil Nadu elections 2026: EPS after meeting Amit Shah in Delhi

Live Mint  

A decision on AIADMK'S alliance with the BJP in Tamil Nadu will be taken closer to next year's assembly elections, party general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami, or EPS, said on Wednesday, a day after he met Union Home minister Amit Shah in the national capital. The AIADMK, the opposition party in Tamil Nadu, had said in its official version that …

After meeting Shah, EPS says alliance will be decided closer to 2026 elections
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1 week 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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1 week 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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1 week 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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1 week, 1 day 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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1 week, 1 day 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 …

Edappadi Palaniswami's Delhi Visit Fuels Speculation Over AIADMK-BJP Alliance
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1 week, 1 day ago

Edappadi Palaniswami's Delhi Visit Fuels Speculation Over AIADMK-BJP Alliance

ABP News  

Amid swirling speculation about a possible AIADMK-BJP alliance ahead of 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, AIADMK General Secretary and Leader of the Opposition Edappadi K Palaniswami departed for Delhi on Tuesday morning. His sudden visit has intensified political discussions, especially as senior party leaders SP Velumani and P Thangamani are also expected to join him in the national capital later …

MK Stalin asks EPS to discuss two-language policy in Delhi, implies AIADMK-BJP meet
1 week, 2 days ago

MK Stalin asks EPS to discuss two-language policy in Delhi, implies AIADMK-BJP meet

India Today  

AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami left for Delhi this morning, setting off speculation about a possible rekindling of ties with the BJP. With EPS softening his stance on an AIADMK-BJP alliance in recent months, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin took a pointed dig at his sudden visit. When he meets them, I urge him to emphasise the two-language policy.” …

AIADMK leader, Amit Shah meet: Patch-up with BJP ahead of 2026 Tamil Nadu polls?
1 week, 2 days 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-BJP alliance back in play? Palaniswami meets Amit Shah in Delhi
1 week, 2 days ago

AIADMK-BJP alliance back in play? Palaniswami meets Amit Shah in Delhi

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi on Tuesday night, fueling speculation about a possible revival of the AIADMK-BJP alliance ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. The AIADMK, Tamil Nadu’s main opposition party, broke ties with the BJP in September 2023 before the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, citing differences …

AIADMK's no-confidence motion against Tamil Nadu Assembly Speaker fails
2 weeks, 2 days 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 …

EPS sets up war room; warns of action against erring functionaries ahead of 2026 TN assembly elections
3 weeks, 3 days ago

EPS sets up war room; warns of action against erring functionaries ahead of 2026 TN assembly elections

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: The AIADMK is gearing up for the 2026 Assembly election with party general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami setting up a war room of sorts. This war room, which is already operational, was revealed by Palaniswami during a four-hour interaction held with functionaries from all 82 party districts through video conference on Sunday. According to sources, Palaniswami told the partymen …

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 …

ECI summons EPS, OPS over AIADMK poll symbol
3 months, 2 weeks ago

ECI summons EPS, OPS over AIADMK poll symbol

Hindustan Times  

Chennai: The Election Commission of India has called AIADMK general secretary Edappadi Palaniswami and expelled party leader O Panneerselvam to appear for a personal hearing on December 23 in Delhi in a hearing related to AIADMK’s two leaves symbol. This comes after the Madras high court on December 4 had directed the ECI to take a decision in four weeks …

AIADMK will form strong alliance for 2026 state polls as expected: Party chief EPS
3 months, 2 weeks ago

AIADMK will form strong alliance for 2026 state polls as expected: Party chief EPS

India Today  

The opposition party in Tamil Nadu, AIADMK, on Sunday said that the party will forge a strong alliance for the next assembly elections, expressing confidence in returning to power by defeating the MK Stalin-led DMK. AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami emphasised that the party's prospects in the assembly elections cannot be judged based on its poor performance in the …

AIADMK to make EPS face for CM in 2026 assembly polls
3 months, 2 weeks ago

AIADMK to make EPS face for CM in 2026 assembly polls

Hindustan Times  

Tamil Nadu’s key opposition AIADMK’s general body met on Sunday and passed 26 resolutions, several of which was against the ruling DMK government besides resolving to make Edappadi Palaniswami chief minister again in 2026 when the state will have its assembly elections. AIADMK resolved to make Edappadi Palaniswami chief minister again in 2026 when the state will have its assembly …

EPS tries to fortify position in AIADMK as he marks centenary year of former CM Janaki
4 months, 1 week ago

EPS tries to fortify position in AIADMK as he marks centenary year of former CM Janaki

Hindustan Times  

An accidental chief minister Edappadi Palaniswami on Sunday celebrated the centenary year of another accidental chief minister S Janaki, who took the post in 1987 following the death of her husband and AIADMK’s founder MGR’s death, to become Tamil Nadu’s first woman chief minister but could hold on to the position only for 24 days. But, in AIADMK anyone who …

No public comments: Tamil Nadu BJP to party leaders amid reunion buzz with AIADMK
4 months, 2 weeks ago

No public comments: Tamil Nadu BJP to party leaders amid reunion buzz with AIADMK

India Today  

Amid growing discussions about a potential AIADMK-BJP reunion ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, senior BJP leader Sudhakar Reddy urged party workers and leaders to refrain from making statements about the alliance, emphasising that the party leadership will make a decision at the appropriate time. In a video message, Reddy, the BJP’s state co-in-charge, reiterated that the high …

EPS dismisses all rumours of AIADMK-BJP reunion ahead of 2026 state polls
4 months, 3 weeks ago

EPS dismisses all rumours of AIADMK-BJP reunion ahead of 2026 state polls

India Today  

AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami put an end to all speculations regarding his party reuniting with the Bharatiya Janata Party for an alliance. “From the time of the Lok Sabha elections, we have clearly said that we will not have an alliance with BJP,” EPS stated. Our aim is to remove the anti-people DMK.” The comment had led to speculation …

AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami hints at reunion with BJP?
4 months, 3 weeks ago

AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami hints at reunion with BJP?

India Today  

AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami hinted at the possibility of allying again with the BJP. He said his party will consider for alliance any party that aims to remove the anti-people DMK, and is ready to accept AIADMK’s lead. ‘WHO CRAWLED LIKE A COCKROACH.’ EPS recently questioned the ruling party naming welfare schemes after Kalaignar calling it misuse of …

Target DMK govt, but stay off its allies: EPS to AIADMK secys
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Target DMK govt, but stay off its allies: EPS to AIADMK secys

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami on Wednesday directed the district secretaries to appoint young secretaries at the booth-level across the state to improve the party’s popularity, particularly among young voters, at the grassroots level. Chairing a meeting of AIADMK district secretaries in Chennai, EPS, according to sources, also advised the party functionaries to expose the DMK and BJP, …

AIADMK holds meet to discuss TN poll strategy
4 months, 3 weeks ago

AIADMK holds meet to discuss TN poll strategy

Hindustan Times  

As the AIADMK looks to form a solid alliance to fight the 2026 assembly elections, the party’s general secretary and leader of opposition Edappadi K Palaniswami reportedly asked his functionaries and leaders to avoid criticising political parties other than the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam and Bharatiya Janata Party, leaders who attended the meeting on Wednesday said on condition of anonymity. AIADMK …

EPS is a traitor, has lost cadre’s trust: BJP state president K Annamalai
8 months, 4 weeks ago

EPS is a traitor, has lost cadre’s trust: BJP state president K Annamalai

New Indian Express  

VILLUPURAM: Retaliating to the comments AIADMK general secretary Edapaddi K Palaniswami made in Coimbatore, BJP state president K Annamalai told reporters at Vikravandi, “EPS is a traitor who enjoyed the privilege of coalition with the BJP sitting next to PM Narendra Modi, but is now speaking against us.” Coming down on Palaniswami’s leadership qualities, Annamalai said, “AIADMK lost deposit in …

EPS scoffs at Annamalai over BJP's poll rout in Tamil Nadu, he hits back
8 months, 4 weeks ago

EPS scoffs at Annamalai over BJP's poll rout in Tamil Nadu, he hits back

India Today  

AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami and BJP state president K Annamalai have once again engaged in a fierce war of words, with each blaming the other for their parties' struggles in Tamil Nadu. Palaniswami, the former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, claimed that the BJP failed to perform well in the Lok Sabha elections because of leaders like Annamalai. Meanwhile, the …

EPS interacts with traders during campaign
11 months, 3 weeks ago

EPS interacts with traders during campaign

The Hindu  

AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami interacted with the farmers and traders at Central market in Mattuthavani here on Tuesday while campaigning for Madurai Lok Sabha AIADMK candidate P. Saravanan. Speaking to the media during the campaign, Mr. Palaniswami said they could not accept the DMK’s criticism that AIADMK was into dynastic politics as the party had given ticket to …

EPS faults PMK over BJP ties in Tamil Nadu, calls it 'opportunist'
1 year ago

EPS faults PMK over BJP ties in Tamil Nadu, calls it 'opportunist'

New Indian Express  

COIMBATORE : Former Chief Minister and AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami on Saturday targeted the Pattali Makkal Katchi over its tie-up with the BJP for the Lok Sabha election. “PMK is frequently changing the alliance like the birds visiting the Vedanthangal sanctuary when the lake is filled with water and leaving when the water dries up,” EPS said, comparing …

SC refuses to stay expulsion of O Panneerselvam, 3 others from AIADMK
1 year, 2 months ago

SC refuses to stay expulsion of O Panneerselvam, 3 others from AIADMK

Hindustan Times  

The Supreme Court on Friday declined to stay the expulsion of former Tamil Nadu deputy chief minister O Panneerselvam and three others from the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagham during a general council meeting of the party in July 2022, saying the injunction at this stage will “lead to a huge chaos”. It granted three weeks to the AIADMK …

EPS at SDPI Meeting is a Harbinger of Future Ties
1 year, 2 months ago

EPS at SDPI Meeting is a Harbinger of Future Ties

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami addressing the rally of Socialist Democratic Party of India on Sunday in Madurai might be a harbinger for an electoral alliance between the two parties and help the AIADMK regain its old secular credentials that were lost during its long association with the BJP as a political ally. That the SDPI, which was …

No Possibility of Working with EPS Again, Says Former AIADMK Leader OPS
1 year, 4 months ago

No Possibility of Working with EPS Again, Says Former AIADMK Leader OPS

ABP News  

In a decisive statement, former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and ousted AIADMK leader O Panneerselvam on Wednesday ruled out the possibility of working with AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami again. According to ANI, ousted AIADMK leader O Panneerselvam said, "There is no possibility of working together with Edappadi Palaniswami again. Once the Parliament elections are announced we will make …

EPS Elated as Madras High Court Junks OPS Plea
1 year, 7 months ago

EPS Elated as Madras High Court Junks OPS Plea

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: A wave of euphoria swept through the AIADMK cadre, functionaries and leaders as the Madras High Court refused to interfere with the election of Edappadi K Palaniswami as general secretary of the party and upheld the expulsion of his bete noire O Panneerselvam, triggering celebrations all over the State on Friday. Already enthused by the overwhelming success of the …

AIADMK adopts motion condemning BJP leader K. Annamalai over his remarks about former CM Jayalalithaa
1 year, 9 months ago

AIADMK adopts motion condemning BJP leader K. Annamalai over his remarks about former CM Jayalalithaa

The Hindu  

The AIADMK’s district secretaries, who met at the party headquarters on Tuesday morning, adopted a resolution, condemning State president of the BJP, K. Annamalai, for his allusory reference to the conviction of former Chief Minister Jayalalithaa. Accusing the BJP leader of making an “unacceptable comment deliberately and with a motive” and describing him as “politically inexperienced and immature,” the resolution …

Win for EPS: EC recognises him as AIADMK gen secy
1 year, 11 months ago

Win for EPS: EC recognises him as AIADMK gen secy

Hindustan Times  

In a relief for Edappadi K Palaniswami, the Election Commission of India on Thursday recognised him as the general secretary of the AIADMK updating its records with changes that have effectively abolished the dual leadership. The ECI in its communication informed EPS that the party’s ‘amended rules and regulations’ and ‘change in office bearer’ have been taken on record “subject …

It’s advantage EPS in battle for AIADMK
2 years ago

It’s advantage EPS in battle for AIADMK

Hindustan Times  

A festering battle for control of the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam that broke out days after the death of J Jayalalithaa and hamstrung one of south India’s strongest political outfits appears to be nearing its end. This is the third successive adverse judicial verdict that Mr Panneerselvam has suffered, and though he can appeal the decision, the path …

Madras HC rejects OPS plea, verdict paves way for Palaniswami as AIADMK boss
2 years ago

Madras HC rejects OPS plea, verdict paves way for Palaniswami as AIADMK boss

Hindustan Times  

The Madras high court on Tuesday rejected interim applications by expelled All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam leader O Paneerselvam and others against the party's general secretary election. The verdict paves way for former Tamil Nadu chief minister Edapaddi Palaniswami elevation as the undisputed general secretary of the party founded by MG Ramachandran. On February 23, the Supreme Court had …

Some more functionaries of the Tamil Nadu BJP cross over to AIADMK
2 years ago

Some more functionaries of the Tamil Nadu BJP cross over to AIADMK

The Hindu  

March 07, 2023 10:45 pm | Updated March 08, 2023 01:43 pm IST - CHENNAI The switch-over of functionaries of the BJP Tamil Nadu unit to the AIADMK continued on Tuesday. Krishnan of the BJP intellectuals’ wing; Dileep Kannan of the IT wing; Ammu alias Jothi of the OBC wing; and D. Vijay of the Tiruchi district unit joined the …

Erode East byelection | Drubbing for AIADMK puts EPS and BJP in a spot of bother
2 years ago

Erode East byelection | Drubbing for AIADMK puts EPS and BJP in a spot of bother

The Hindu  

Published : Mar 04, 2023 20:32 IST Sometimes an electoral defeat has more repercussions than even a huge win for an opponent. In the Erode East byelection, Congress candidate EVKS Elangovan, backed by the Secular Progressive Alliance, won by a margin of over 66,000 votes. The Congress secured a record 1,10,556 votes, while the AIADMK secured 43,981, much less than …

Supreme Court verdict gives EPS faction virtual control of AIADMK ahead of Erode East byelection
2 years, 1 month ago

Supreme Court verdict gives EPS faction virtual control of AIADMK ahead of Erode East byelection

The Hindu  

Published : Feb 23, 2023 15:13 IST A Supreme Court order on February 23 endorsing that the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam general council of July 11, 2022, was valid effectively gave the control of the party to former Chief Minister Edappadi K. Palaniswami. The order comes just a few weeks after the Supreme Court ruled that the former …

EPS vs OPS: SC allows E Palaniswami to continue as general secretary of AIADMK
2 years, 1 month ago

EPS vs OPS: SC allows E Palaniswami to continue as general secretary of AIADMK

Live Mint  

The Supreme Court today upheld the order of the Madras High Court which allowed Edappadi Palaniswami to continue as the interim general secretary of the AIADMK. Supreme Court affirmed the order passed by a division bench of the Madras High Court on September 2,” said Balaji Srinivasan, Lawyer of EPS faction on SC allowing EPS to continue as AIADMK Interim …

Jayalalitha is permanent general secretary of AIADMK after MGR\'s demise: Paneerselvam
2 years, 1 month ago

Jayalalitha is permanent general secretary of AIADMK after MGR\'s demise: Paneerselvam

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: AIMIM leader O Paneerselvam on Monday attacked the Edapaddi K Palaniswami faction, accusing them of betraying party regulations. Addressing an event on Monday, OPS said, "After MGRs demise, our leader Jayalalithaa was the permanent general Secretary of the AIADMK. Earlier, the Supreme Court ordered the AIADMK General Council to pass a resolution on the party's candidate in the upcoming …

DMK, AIADMK leaders trade 'manly' barbs as battle for Erode East bypoll heats up
2 years, 1 month ago

DMK, AIADMK leaders trade 'manly' barbs as battle for Erode East bypoll heats up

India Today  

With less than two weeks to go for the Erode Assembly bypoll, the ruling DMK and opposition AIADMK have upped the heat on each other. Last week, AIADMK interim general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami, or EPS, accused the DMK of holding voters inside camps and not allowing them to meet AIADMK functionaries. Responding to Palaniswami's remark, state Sports Minister Udhayanidhi …

Erode East Bypoll 2023: Winning Must For EPS To Stamp His Authority On AIADMK
2 years, 1 month ago

Erode East Bypoll 2023: Winning Must For EPS To Stamp His Authority On AIADMK

ABP News  

Chennai: After the deposed AIADMK leader O. Panneerselvam withdrew his candidate, T. Senthil Murugan from the Erode East by-election on the request of the state BJP, the onus is now on Edapapdi K. Palaniswami to make the AIADMK candidate and former minister, K.V. While the odds are in favour of the DMK led Secular Progressive Alliance candidate and senior Congress …

EPS-Led AIADMK Delegation Meets TN Governor, Apprises Him On ‘Failing’ Law & Order Issues
2 years, 4 months ago

EPS-Led AIADMK Delegation Meets TN Governor, Apprises Him On ‘Failing’ Law & Order Issues

ABP News  

Chennai: A delegation of AIADMK leaders led by Tamil Nadu Opposition leader Edappadi K Palaniswami met Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi on Wednesday. A puppet CM is governing the government: Former CM & AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami pic.twitter.com/JBnL7ayJ1R — ANI November 23, 2022 The delegation of AIADMK leaders included D. Jayakumar, CVe Shanmugham, Natham R. Viswanathan and K.P. Earlier, …

Tamil Nadu Tussle: AIADMK Faction Fight Intensifies as EPS And OPS Lock Horns over 'B-team' Barb
2 years, 5 months ago

Tamil Nadu Tussle: AIADMK Faction Fight Intensifies as EPS And OPS Lock Horns over 'B-team' Barb

News 18  

The latest feud between the AIADMK’s Edappadi Palaniswami and O Panneerselvam is now a familiar affair in Tamil Nadu’s political sphere. The EPS faction had hoped that the Speaker would agree to All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam ’s RB Udhayakumar replacing OPS as the next deputy leader of the opposition. Earlier, Panneerselvam said that he and his supporters will …

AIADMK dist secretaries meet on Monday
2 years, 5 months ago

AIADMK dist secretaries meet on Monday

Deccan Chronicle  

CHENNAI: A meeting of AIADMK MLAs and District Secretaries has been called for Monday, October 10, to discuss among other things the celebrations to be organized to commemorate the founding of the party on October 17. Interim General Secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami would preside over the meeting, in the presence of party presidium chairman Tamilmagan Hussain, and discuss the arrangements …

SC issues notice on plea by AIADMK's Panneerselvam challenging Madras HC order favouring EPS
2 years, 6 months ago

SC issues notice on plea by AIADMK's Panneerselvam challenging Madras HC order favouring EPS

India Today  

The Supreme Court on Friday issued a notice to a petition filed by All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam leader and former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister O Paneerselvam challenging the Madras High Court's direction which allowed Edappadi Palaniswami to continue as the interim general secretary. OPS has approached the Supreme Court against the September 2 order passed by a division …

EPS meets Amit Shah, raises speculation of BJP\'s support
2 years, 6 months ago

EPS meets Amit Shah, raises speculation of BJP\'s support

Deccan Chronicle  

CHENNAI: Leader of the Opposition Edappadi K Palaniswami called on Union Home Minister Amit Shah at New Delhi on Tuesday and discussed a variety of issues relating to the states though it was termed as a ‘courtesy call’ devoid of any political talk. Palaniswami, who had left for New Delhi on Monday, returned after the meeting with Shah, which is …

AIADMK leader Palaniswami slams Panneerselvam for turning cosy towards Sasikala's camp
2 years, 7 months ago

AIADMK leader Palaniswami slams Panneerselvam for turning cosy towards Sasikala's camp

India Today  

Edappadi Palaniswami, slammed O Panneerselvam for turning cosy towards expelled AIADMK leader Sasikala’s camp. OPS had extended an olive branch towards TTV Dhinakaran and Sasikala, which EPS dismissed as his own interest and not that of the cadres. Even though we were the ones who were severely damaged, we are ready to forgive, to wade off evil forces from Tamil …

AIADMK leadership issue: Hearing on EPS\' appeals adjourned to Aug 25
2 years, 7 months ago

AIADMK leadership issue: Hearing on EPS\' appeals adjourned to Aug 25

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: A division bench of the Madras High Court on Tuesday adjourned till August 25, the hearing on the appeals from AIADMK joint coordinator K Palaniswami challenging the orders of a single judge, which nullified the party's general council meeting held on July 11 this year and ordered maintenance of status-quo ante as of June 23, 2022. The meeting of …

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