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Only electoral alliance with BJP, no coalition govt: EPS

Chennai, April 16: AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami (EPS) on Wednesday clarified that the party's renewed alliance with the BJP is strictly for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, ruling out the possibility of forming a coalition government with it.

AIADMK walks out of Tamil Nadu Assembly; alleges suppression of voices

Chennai, April 16: All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) MLAs in the Tamil Nadu Assembly protested against the DMK-led state government for not a no confidence motion to be raised against state minister K Ponmudy and other ministers, who had recently stirred controversy for his remarks against certain sects of Hinduism and women.

AIADMK Executive Committee to meet on May 2 to discuss NDA expansion in TN

Chennai, April 16: The All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) has convened its Executive Committee meeting on May 2 to deliberate on the expansion of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in Tamil Nadu.

Congress backs Tamil Nadu CM Stalin's decision to form high-level committee on state's autonomy

Chennai, April 15: Tamil Nadu Congress President K Selvaperunthagai on Tuesday backed Chief Minister MK Stalin's decision to form a high-level committee to look into the rights and autonomy of the state with respect to the Centre.

Tamil Maanila Congress criticises MK Stalin's move to form committee on centre-state relations

Chennai, April 15: Tamil Maanila Congress (Moopanar) president G.K. Vasan on Tuesday criticised Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin’s decision to form a high-level committee to examine Centre-State relations, calling it ‘unnecessary and inappropriate’.

We view the resolution as a separatist act: TN BJP President Nagenthiran on Stalin's pitch for more autonomy

Chennai, April 15: Tamil Nadu BJP President Nainar Nagenthiran on Tuesday slammed Chief Minister MK Stalin's resolution to appoint a high-level committee to recommend new State autonomy and retrieve the state's rights, calling it a "separatist act".

States have power to pass bill if Governor holds it for 30 days: Tamil Nadu MLA Aassan Maulaana

Chennai, April 15: Expressing concerns over the growing friction between the Tamil Nadu government and the Centre, Congress MLA Aassan Maulaana on Tuesday said that the State Council of Ministers has the authority to pass a bill if the Governor withholds his assent for 30 days.

Politics of love stronger than politics of hate: MK Stalin

Chennai, April 14: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Monday emphasised that the “politics of love” is a more powerful and effective force than hate-driven politics in the journey toward building an egalitarian society free from caste discrimination.

Tamil superstar-turned-politician Vijay pays floral tribute to Ambedkar

Chennai, April 14: TVK president and popular actor Vijay paid floral tributes to Dr B.R. Ambedkar on his birth anniversary on Monday.

PM Modi shared bond with Captain Vijayakant that transcended politics: Wife recalls memorable moments

New Delhi, April 13: Prime Minister Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a bond with Captain Vijayakant (the founder of DMDK party) that transcended politics, and he was always forthcoming in expressing friendship as well as extending assistance, says latter’s wife Premallatha.

BJP-AIADMK alliance will end exploitative Stalin's regime, says Nainar Nagendran

Chennai, April 13: Newly elected BJP Tamil Nadu President Nainar Nagendran has said the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) would unseat the ruling DMK in the 2026 state Assembly elections.

Will continue to function as President of PMK: Anbumani Ramadoss reaffirms his position

Chennai, April 13: Amid speculations regarding Pattali Makkal Katchi's (PMK) leadership, party president Anbumani Ramadoss issued a clear and firm statement reaffirming his position and dedication to the party's growth and core values.

DMK has to go, NDA will come to power in TN: K. Annamalai

Chennai, April 13: Former Tamil Nadu BJP President K Annamalai on Saturday said the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in Tamil Nadu has become stronger and more dynamic following Union Home Minister Amit Shah's visit, and reiterated that the alliance's objective is to remove the DMK from power in the 2026 Assembly elections.

Last chapter of DMK has begun, says BJP's Tamilisai Soundararajan

Chennai, April 12: BJP leader and former Telangana Governor Tamilisai Soundararajan on Saturday said the "last chapter" of the Stalin government in Tamil Nadu has begun, as the BJP-AIADMK alliance will root out the "anti-people" DMK in the 2026 state elections.

'Will continue to be PMK President', Anbumani Ramadoss says amid 'power struggle' buzz

Chennai, April 13: The Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK), the political arm of the powerful Vanniyar community, has plunged into an internal leadership crisis after its founder, S. Ramadoss, unilaterally declared himself as party President, replacing his son and incumbent President Anbumani Ramadoss with the post of Working (executive) President.

Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi condemns derogatory remarks against women, calls it shameful

Madurai, April 12: Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi on Saturday strongly condemned the use of "vulgar and contemptuous" language by a leader of the ruling government, calling it "unacceptable and shameful".

Sincerely apologize for inappropriate words I used: DMK's Ponmudy after controversy over his remarks on women

Chennai, April 12: K Ponmudy, former Deputy General Secretary of DMK, on Saturday apologized for his alleged derogatory and "vulgar" remarks against women and certain sects of Hinduism.

DMK will be thrown out: Newly appointed Tamil Nadu N BJP President Nainar Nagendran

Chennai, April 12: Newly-appointed Tamil Nadu BJP President Nainar Nagendran on Saturday expressed confidence that the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), comprising the BJP and AIADMK, will form the government in the 2026 Assembly elections and said the DMK will be "thrown out".

'DMK will be sent home': TN BJP's Narayanan Thirupathy as Nainar Nagendran appointed President

Chennai, April 12: Following Nainar Nagendran's appointment as Tamil Nadu BJP President, party leaders and alliance members have expressed strong confidence about the 2026 Assembly elections, asserting that the BJP-AIADMK alliance is gaining ground across the state.

DMK's dynasty rule must be shown the door: AIADMK's Kovai Sathyan slams DMK over dynasty politics

Chennai, April 12: AIADMK National Spokesperson Kovai Sathyan on Saturday criticised the DMK for dynasty politics and corruption, asserting that the alliance is backed by a common minimum programme for Tamil Nadu's welfare.

Nainar Nagendran named TN BJP President, Annamalai calls it historic moment

Chennai, April 12: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA Nainar Nagendran was announced as the new President of BJP's Tamil Nadu unit on Saturday, following internal elections held at the party headquarters Kamalalayam in Chennai.

AIADMK-BJP alliance has hit Stalin like a thunderbolt: EPS slams Tamil Nadu CM, questions DMK governance

Chennai, April 12: Leader of Opposition in the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly and AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami on Saturday hit out at Chief Minister MK Stalin for calling the AIADMK-BJP tie-up a "treacherous alliance."

BJP-AIADMK is a natural alliance: Nainar Nagendran exudes confidence ahead of 2026 Tamil Nadu polls

Chennai, April 12: Exuding confidence over the future of BJP-AIADMK alliance, Nainar Nagendran, who is set to become the Tamil Nadu BJP president on Saturday said that both parties will work "wholeheartedly" to defeat DMK in the upcoming 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections.

K Annamalai will be in national framework: BJP leader Tamilisai Soundararajan

Chennai, April 12: As the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) joins National Democratic Alliance (NDA), Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Tamilisai Soundararajan on Saturday said that they were on a "victorious path". She further said that the BJP leader K Annamalai would be inducted in the national framework as the new state party chief has been named.

AIADMK women's wing to hold protest against TN minister over derogatory remarks

Chennai, April 12: AIADMK general secretary and Leader of the Opposition, Edappadi K. Palaniswami, has announced that the party's women's wing will stage a protest on April 16 against Tamil Nadu Forest Minister K.

Palaniswami thanks PM Modi for supporting AIADMK's return to NDA

Chennai, April 12: AIADMK General Secretary and Tamil Nadu Leader of the Opposition, Edappadi K. Palaniswami, expressed his heartfelt gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for supporting the AIADMK and welcoming the party back into the National Democratic Alliance (NDA).

AIADMK-BJP alliance will uproot corrupt, failed DMK govt in Tamil Nadu: Union Minister Kishan Reddy

Hyderabad, April 12: Union Minister of Coal and Mines and Telangana State BJP President G Kishan Reddy on Saturday said that the BJP and the AIADMK alliance will uproot the corrupt, dynastic, and failed Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) government in Tamil Nadu.

AIADMK-BJP alliance sent shivers to DMK...: AIADMK leader Kovai Sathyan attacks Tamil Nadu CM

Chennai, April 12: After AIADMK and BJP allied for the upcoming Assembly elections in Tamil Nadu, AIADMK National Spokesperson Kovai Sathyan on Saturday attacked Chief Minister MK Stalin and said that the alliance between the two parties have sent "shivers" to the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK).

Tamil Nadu people will never tolerate the treacherous alliance: CM Stalin calls AIADMK-BJP alliance of defeat

Chennai, April 12: Calling the AIADMK-BJP alliance the "alliance of defeat," Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Saturday attacked Union Home Minister Amit Shah and AIADMK leadership and said that the people of the state will never tolerate a "treacherous alliance" that bows to Delhi and betrays Tamil Nadu.

Annamalai thanks Home Minister Amit Shah for support, encouragement for BJP in Tamil Nadu

Chennai, April 12: : Tamil Nadu BJP President K Annamalai on Friday expressed heartfelt gratitude to Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah for his encouraging words and support for the party's efforts in the state. He said that the Bharatiya Janata Party has always prioritised the interests of Tamil Nadu and the nation under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

'Stronger together': PM Modi welcomes AIADMK's return to NDA camp

New Delhi/Chennai, April 11: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday welcomed the return of All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) back into the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) camp, expressing confidence that the reunion will lead to a more united and progressive Tamil Nadu.

Newly elected DMK general secretary Tiruchi Siva meets Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin

Chennai, April 11: The newly elected general secretary of Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) Tiruchi Siva met party president and Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin at the DMK headquarters in Chennai. He was accompanied by other party senior leaders.

BJP will leverage Annamalai's organisational skills in party's national framework: Amit Shah in Tamil Nadu

Chennai, April 11: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said that the party will leverage K Annamalai's organisational skills at the national level.

AIADMK to lead NDA in Tamil Nadu: HM Amit Shah announces revival of alliance

Chennai, April 11: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday formally announced that the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) will lead the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in Tamil Nadu, setting the stage for a joint campaign in the 2026 Assembly elections.

Disgrace to public, true representation of DMK: AIADMK's Kovai Sathyan reacts to Ponmudy's remarks

Chennai, April 11: AIADMK National Spokesperson Kovai Sathyan criticised Tamil Nadu Minister K Ponmudy as a "disgrace" to the public and a "true representation" of DMK.

Amit Shah meets RSS ideologue Gurumurthy, pays floral tributes to Kumari Ananthan

Chennai, April 11: Union Home Minister and senior BJP leader Amit Shah met prominent RSS ideologue and Thuglak magazine Editor S. Gurumurthy at his residence in Mylapore.

The 'joke' is on us...: Singer Chinmayi Sripaada slams TN Minister Ponmudy's remarks on Hinduism, women

Chennai, April 11: Singer Chinmayi Sripaada has slammed Tamil Nadu Forest Minister K Ponmudy after he made controversial remarks on Hinduism and women. She said that the minister described the joke because apparently there is a market for these jokes in a public gathering.

DMK removes Minister Ponmudi from party post over vulgar remarks against Hindu Gods

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