Representatives of several farmers’ organisations in Tamil Nadu have urged Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay to decline an invitation from the Karnataka government for bilateral discussions on the proposed Mekedatu dam project and other issues concerning the sharing of Cauvery river water. The demand comes amid renewed tensions between the two neighbouring southern states over...
A 24-year-old man in Tamil Nadu died on Wednesday, July 23, several days after he was detained by police in Thoothukudi district, prompting his family to allege that he had been subjected to physical assault while in custody. Police, however, have denied the allegations and said the man collapsed inside the lock-up before being released...
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), the political party led by actor-turned-politician Vijay, has reiterated its demand for the complete scrapping of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET), urging the Tamil Nadu government to maintain a firm and uncompromising position on the medical entrance examination. The party’s latest stand comes amid the continuing political and public...
A government bus driver in Tamil Nadu has been arrested after allegedly sexually harassing a schoolgirl while she was travelling on a state-run bus. The incident has sparked public outrage and renewed concerns over the safety of women and children using public transport, prompting swift action by law enforcement authorities. According to police officials, the...
The death of an inmate inside a prison in Tamil Nadu’s Nagercoil has triggered serious allegations of custodial torture, with the deceased’s family accusing prison authorities of physical abuse and negligence. The incident has reignited concerns over the treatment of prisoners in correctional facilities and prompted renewed calls for greater transparency, accountability, and protection of...
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay marked his maiden official visit to Perambur by inaugurating and launching a series of major development projects aimed at improving civic infrastructure, public services, and the overall quality of life for residents. The visit was seen as an important milestone for the government, reflecting its commitment to accelerating development across...
In a significant crackdown on illegal narcotics, the Tambaram City Police arrested two individuals and seized a large quantity of banned pharmaceutical tablets along with five kilograms of ganja during a targeted operation. The successful raid highlights the continued efforts of law enforcement agencies in Tamil Nadu to curb the distribution and sale of prohibited...
In a significant legal development, the Supreme Court has stayed the operation of a Madras High Court order that imposed restrictions related to cow slaughter in Tamil Nadu. The interim order offers substantial relief to the Tamil Nadu government and paves the way for a detailed examination of the legal and constitutional issues raised in...
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin received a warm welcome during his first official visit to Karur district after assuming office, where he delivered an emotional address highlighting the close bond between the people of Karur and his family. Speaking at a public event, Stalin referred to the residents as the “children of our sisters,”...
A court in Tamil Nadu has granted bail to a Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) legislator in a defamation case arising from controversial remarks allegedly made against Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay. The order provides temporary relief to the MLA while the legal proceedings continue, in what has become another closely watched political and legal development...