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Tamil Nadu Election Date 2026: From polling time to counting day, here’s full schedule
Tamil Nadu Assembly Election 2026 Date and Time: Tamil Nadu's Legislative Assembly elections are set for April 23, 2026, with vote counting on May 4. Over 5.6 crore voters will participate in a significant three-way contest. Polling will occur from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM across all constituencies.
West Bengal polls: ECI flags 55 seats as 'expenditure sensitive'
West Bengal faces heightened election scrutiny. The Election Commission has marked 55 constituencies as expenditure sensitive. This year, 100 observers are deployed, the highest number across poll-bound regions. Seizures of cash, liquor, drugs, and freebies have surged. Several border areas and urban centers are under close watch to ensure fair elections.
Tamil Nadu polls: Amit Shah to visit Chennai, offer prayers at Kapaleeshwarar Temple, lead roadshow in Mylapore
Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026: Union Home Minister Amit Shah campaigned in Tamil Nadu ahead of the upcoming polls. He visited a temple and held a roadshow. Shah criticized the ruling DMK government, alleging corruption and nepotism. He promised an NDA government would end corruption and ensure justice for Tamil Nadu's women. The state goes to polls on April 23.
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PM Modi is controlled by Donald Trump, wants to do the same in TN: Rahul Gandhi
Rahul Gandhi alleged Prime Minister Narendra Modi is controlled by US President Donald Trump, citing the India-US deal as evidence of "selling out" the country. Gandhi further claimed Modi desires the AIADMK to win in Tamil Nadu to exert control over the state's Chief Minister.
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AIADMK 'eaten up' from inside by PM Modi, Amit Shah, now a hollow shell: Rahul Gandhi during poll rally
Ahead of the Tamil Nadu elections, Rahul Gandhi criticized the AIADMK-BJP alliance, calling the AIADMK a mere mask for the BJP. He stated that the AIADMK, once a defender of Tamil Nadu's people, has become a hollow shell, allegedly 'eaten up' from within by Prime Minister Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah.

Udhayanidhi Stalin alleges BJP fund squeeze on Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin criticized the central government for withholding funds and infringing on state rights. He outlined the DMK's future welfare plans, including doubling financial assistance for women and extending the breakfast scheme. Free laptops for college students and appliance coupons for women were also mentioned. Elections are scheduled for April 23.

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Fire ignited by Stalin scorched Delhi's arrogance, severe blow to Modi, claims Tamil Nadu CM
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin declared a victory against the delimitation bill in Parliament. He stated this defeat has humbled Delhi's arrogance and significantly impacted the BJP and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Stalin predicted further electoral successes for his alliance in the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections on April 23.

Thiruparankundram Deepam row simmers in Madurai as BJP pushes 'Ayodhya of South' pitch, caste calculus reshapes contest
A religious dispute over Thiruparankundram Hill has become a political flashpoint. The BJP calls it the 'Ayodhya of the South', while the DMK government expressed concerns about communal tension. However, locals report a calm atmosphere. The controversy influences electoral strategies, with the AIADMK MLA focusing on development.

Tamil Nadu Polls: Targeting BJP, not AIADMK, as it sets agenda, shapes narrative, says PTR
Tamil Nadu's IT Minister Palanivel Thiaga Rajan highlights the DMK's focus on the BJP in upcoming polls. He addresses concerns over Hindi imposition and the sustainability of welfare schemes. Rajan criticizes the central government's attempts to homogenize and control states, emphasizing the importance of federalism and states' rights. He also expresses disappointment with the state's administrative processes.

Tamil Nadu Polls: Beyond caste lines, the rise of TVK's Vijay explained
Tamil Nadu's film stars find political success often linked to their caste-neutral identities. Actors like Vijay and Rajinikanth appeal across communities due to their perceived lack of caste affiliation. This neutrality helps them overcome the deep-rooted caste divisions prevalent in the state's politics and film industry. Even prominent figures struggle when caste baggage is present.

TN polls: Vijay announces Rs 2,500 monthly assistance, 8 gm gold for women
TVK chief Vijay unveiled his party's manifesto for the upcoming Assembly polls, pledging Rs 2,500 monthly aid for women and 8 grams of gold for marriage assistance. The manifesto also includes a full cooperative crop loan waiver for small farmers and a minimum support price of Rs 3,500 per quintal for paddy.

Decontrol oil prices and replace cross-subsidies with targeted DBTs for needy households
During recent global crude price volatility linked to West Asia tensions, retail fuel prices in India remained largely unchanged, unlike in other countries or even private retailers, raising questions about the credibility of “market-linked” pricing.

Karnataka: HC declines to ban jungle safari, seeks detailed response from state
The Karnataka High Court declined to ban tiger safaris in the state but sought a response from the government on a plea for a permanent ban, asking for details on safari zones and conservation compliance, even as operations have resumed in a phased manner at Bandipur National Park and Nagarahole National Park after a temporary suspension.

DMK MP Kanimozhi flays AIADMK chief Palaniswami on delimitation
Kanimozhi criticised Edappadi K Palaniswami over his stance on delimitation, accusing him of ignoring Tamil Nadu’s interests. She also warned of protests if Lok Sabha seats in the state are reduced.

Tamil Nadu polls 2026: Amid DMK attack, AIADMK says BJP alliance is electoral, not ideological
AIADMK leader Edappadi Palaniswami stated the party's alliance with BJP is for elections only. He emphasized that if AIADMK wins, its ideology will guide the government, not BJP's. Palaniswami asserted AIADMK will lead the NDA in Tamil Nadu and he would be Chief Minister.

AIADMK struggles to shake off 'BJP junior ally' tag
AIADMK's strategy to dominate the alliance with BJP has faltered. The DMK is actively campaigning against the alliance, labeling AIADMK as a puppet. Chief Minister MK Stalin emphasizes a state versus Delhi narrative. BJP statements are fueling DMK's claims of central neglect and a threat to Tamil Nadu's Dravidian identity and culture.

Tamil Nadu elections: AIADMK will win with thumping majority, General Secretary will be next CM, says P Saravanan
Tamil Nadu Assembly elections: AIADMK candidate P Saravanan predicts a significant victory in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, citing strong anti-incumbency against the ruling DMK. Meanwhile, the AIADMK has lodged a complaint with the Election Commission. They accuse the DMK of illegally using government resources and departments for their election campaign. The upcoming elections are set for April 23.

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How can Tamil Nadu get funds if state always confronts Centre, asks AIADMK chief Palaniswami
AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami criticised the DMK government, alleging that its confrontational approach towards the Centre has hindered fund flow to Tamil Nadu. Speaking at a joint campaign with T. T. V. Dhinakaran, he said the state could have secured more funds by maintaining cordial relations with the central government.

BJP’s Annamalai targets DMK at Coimbatore rally, turns into massive show of strength
K Annamalai rallied supporters in Coimbatore for the AIADMK candidate. He criticized the ruling DMK government, highlighting law and order concerns and corruption allegations. Annamalai asserted that the AIADMK administration brought stability. He also spoke about the NDA alliance's prospects and the perceived decline of a DMK leader. The campaign focused on voter sentiment against the current government.

Tamil Nadu polls: DMK bloc will win over 200 seats, AIADMK 'dancing to BJP's tunes,' says Stalin
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin has predicted a significant victory for the DMK-led alliance in the upcoming assembly elections. He highlighted his government's welfare schemes and criticised the opposition AIADMK for lacking principles and being controlled by the BJP.

Orange economy rises: Creativity fuels India's growth story
Emerging as a vital part of India's economic framework, the 'orange economy' harnesses creativity to generate both intellectual property and employment opportunities. This dynamic sector fuels growth across tourism, hospitality, and retail markets, with cultural celebrations such as Durga Puja showcasing its robust economic influence.

It's reengineering power: Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin on 33% reservation for women in Lok Sabha, assemblies
Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister MK Stalin has voiced skepticism regarding the introduction of the 33% women's reservation bill at this juncture. He perceives it as a politically motivated maneuver designed to attract voters as elections loom. With grave concerns surrounding delimitation and the potential dilution of OBC representation, Stalin underscores the additional fiscal burden it places on state governments.

AIADMK chief Palaniswami 'indulging in slander' against TN CM, says Udhayanidhi
During a campaign event, tensions flared as DMK's Udhayanidhi Stalin took aim at Edappadi K Palaniswami for his critical remarks regarding Chief Minister M K Stalin. Udhayanidhi accused Palaniswami of engaging in slander and fixating on him and his father rather than addressing pressing issues. He brought up an old image of Palaniswami, perhaps to highlight his changing narratives.
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