DMK CHIEF
Allegation of harassment to woman Collector: TN Minister promises probe against TVK MLA
Chennai Tamil Nadu School Education Minister Rajmohan promised a thorough inquiry into allegations against MLA Arul Vignesh. Reports claimed Vignesh sent inappropriate text messages to District Collector J E Padmaja. Minister Rajmohan emphasised a zero-tolerance policy regarding harassment across political affiliations. DMK MP Kanimozhi alleged that Vignesh harassed the collector, which prompted this inquiry. Vignesh has denied the accusations as baseless and claims they are part of misinformation.
Supreme Court agrees to hear DMK leader's plea challenging rejection of election petition
The Supreme Court agreed to hear a plea by DMK leader K R Periyakaruppan regarding the election results. Periyakaruppan is contesting TVK candidate R Seenivasa Sethupathi's victory by one vote in Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. The Madras High Court had previously rejected Periyakaruppan's election petition challenging the results declared on May 4. The plea argues that a significant number of postal ballots were rejected, affecting the results.
DMK chief Stalin slams TVK govt over GST slump, loss of Rs 1,614 cr Korean investment to AP
M K Stalin has accused the ruling TVK government of causing economic decline in Tamil Nadu. He pointed out the record lows in GST revenue growth compared to other states. A significant foreign investment proposal shifted to Andhra Pradesh due to governmental negligence. Former finance minister Thangam Thennarasu highlighted the worrying economic stagnation under the current regime.
Your Didi is with you, today and forever: Mamata Banerjee slams Centre over arrest of CJP leaders
Mamata Banerjee condemned the arrest of Cockroach Janata Party leaders by Delhi Police for alleged trespassing. She expressed solidarity with the youth, assuring them of her support against government oppression. Banerjee highlighted the need to protect democratic rights and accused the government of silencing dissent. Opposition leaders from various parties also criticised the government's actions regarding the arrests.
CEC Gyanesh Kumar row, DMK stand complicate Centre's delimitation plan
CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation complicates the Centre's plans for delimitation and restructuring of Lok Sabha constituencies. Opposition protests, particularly from DMK, BJD, BRS, and YSRCP, are raising concerns over the Election Commission's integrity. An alternative to expand the House would require a constitutional amendment that is politically challenging. The proposed Delimitation Bill, along with its commission structure, remains stalled due to lack of majority support.
JPC on FCRA amendment bill meets first time to examine legislation
A Joint Parliamentary Committee has begun examining the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill. This bill proposes tighter government oversight on NGOs and foreign funding. Opposition parties allege the legislation unfairly targets minority organizations and their funding. The government rejects these claims, stating the bill aims to enhance transparency and prevent misuse.
- Go To Page 1
DMK leaders A Raja, Sekar Babu booked for defamatory remarks against TN CM Vijay
Cases have been filed against senior DMK leaders A Raja and P K Sekar Babu. These leaders allegedly made defamatory remarks against the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister. The protests were organised following the Chief Minister's comments on M K Stalin's detention. Raja and Babu are accused of making derogatory statements during party demonstrations. The police registered these cases based on specific complaints lodged by party functionaries.
M K Stalin responds to CM Vijay's jaw gesture, recalls MISA agony
M.K. Stalin addressed the controversy surrounding Chief Minister Vijay's jaw gesture in the Assembly. He detailed his severe physical abuse and imprisonment during the Emergency period. Stalin confirmed the truth of his MISA detention and the harsh prison conditions he endured. He dismissed corruption allegations as politically motivated lies spread by opponents. Stalin emphasized that his history of fighting oppression is an unalterable part of DMK's legacy.
DMK stages sit-in over Vijay’s MISA remarks, Speaker orders marshals to remove MLAs
Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam legislators protested Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay's remarks on MISA. The Speaker ordered marshals to remove the protesting DMK members from the Assembly. DMK MLA EV Velu objected to reading vigilance cases under investigation. The Speaker rejected the demand to expunge the Chief Minister's MISA remarks. DMK Whip EV Velu criticized the Speaker's actions as undemocratic.
Caste census: DMK chief Stalin urges Centre to avoid discrepancies, demands Tamil Nadu Assembly resolution
DMK president M K Stalin criticised the Centre’s proposed open-ended system for recording caste details in Census 2027, warning it could lead to major discrepancies. He urged the Tamil Nadu government to pass a special Assembly resolution pressing the Centre to use a standardised caste list/drop-down system based on state BC and MBC lists.
Rahul Gandhi, Left leaders call on DMK chief Karunanidhi
Rahul Gandhi, after visiting the nonagenarian leader at his Gopalapuram residence, said he was "very happy" to call on Karunanidhi and described the meeting as "very nice."
DMK chief Karunanidhi discharged from hospital
The course of antibiotics for the 93-year-old DMK chief has been completed and he has "recovered well" from breathing difficulty due to throat and lung infections, Executive Director of Kauvery Hospital Dr S Aravindan said.
Defamation case: DMK chief M Karunanidhi appears before Madras High Court
The Madras High Court premises almost turned into a political stage when DMK chief M Karunanidhi made an appearance responding to summons in a defamation case filed against him.
DMK chief M Karunanidhi welcomes Karnataka government's decision
The DMK chief was among the opposition leaders in the state who had repeatedly urged Karnataka government to move the Supreme Court against Jayalalithaa's acquittal in the disproportionate assets case by the Karnataka High court on May 11.
Ordinance on insurance is mockery of parliamentary politics: DMK chief M Karunanidhi
The former Tamil Nadu chief minister also appealed President Pranab Mukherjee not to grant approval to the ordinance.
DMK Chief Karunanidhi urges PM Modi to rein in Hindutva forces, raises Governance Day issue
Referring to the alleged statement of Dharma Jagran Samiti to go in for mass conversions in Varanasi, the DMK chief wondered how such a thing could happen in a constituency represented by the Prime Minister himself.
Not convening assembly regretful: DMK chief M Karunanidhi
Reacting to the demand, Chief Minister O Panneerselvam had said that "his government knew when to convene the assembly."
Even seniors won't be spared if found wrong, hints Karunanidhi
The 90 year-old leader also assured that office-bearers will not be victimised on the basis of 'frivolous' allegations.
DMK chief seeks hike in sugarcane procurement price
DMK chief M Karunanidhi sought a hike in the procurement price of sugarcane, saying farmers want it to be hiked to Rs 3000 from the present Rs 2350
Power crisis has hit key sectors: Karunanidhi
DMK chief M Karunanidhi today alleged that the power shortage in Tamil Nadu had severely affected key sectors including agriculture and small industries.
Court summons DMK chief Karunanidhi in defamation case
A local court today ordered issue of summons to DMK chief M Karunanidhi and S Selvam, printer, publisher and editor of party mouthpiece 'Murasoli,' in connection with a defamation case filed against them by the Tamil Nadu government.
Won't ask for more cabinet berths: DMK chief M Karunanidhi
Three weeks ago, the DMK chief had conveyed to the Congress leadership that his party was not keen on having more DMK representatives in the government.
DMK chief M Karunanidhi brought to hospital after stomach pain
The 88 year-old leader, taken to the hospital in the early hours, was later discharged after administering medication.
Kanimozhi's bail denial in 2G scam case upsets DMK chief M Karunanidhi
DMK chief M Karunanidhi is "very upset" over rejection of bail to his daughter and party MP Kanimozhi in the 2G spectrum case.
Modi's past actions can't be forgotten:Karunanidhi
DMK chief M Karunanidhi on Sunday said Gujarat chief minister Narendra Modi's past actions can not be forgotten.
Karuna faults Centre for Kanimozhi's arrest
Reflecting further strains in his party's ties with Congress, DMK chief Karunanidhi has blamed the Centre for the arrest of his daughter Kanimozhi in the 2G spectrum case.
Sibal blames NDA, BJP says move meant to rescue Raja
BJP reaffirmed its demand for a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) probe into the 2G spectrum allocation, saying it can scrutinise the policy from 1998.
DMK chief deputes Baalu to stake claim at raja's berth
Rebuffing Alagiri's demands, DMK chief praises daughter's social work while sources said the DMK will not insist on heading the telecom department.
Load More
