DMK MP
Vijay calls emergency meeting of TVK MLAs amid allegations of misconduct and Opposition attack
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and TVK founder C Joseph Vijay has called an emergency meeting of party MLAs on Wednesday amid allegations of misconduct against legislators and mounting Opposition criticism. The meeting is expected to focus on party discipline, public conduct and addressing citizens’ grievances.
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.
DMK seeks CEC Gyanesh Kumar's removal, signals third-front push
DMK is calling for the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar due to electoral roll issues. The party has adopted resolutions criticizing the Congress and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam for political opportunism. DMK is supporting protests led by the Cockroach Janata Party against alleged electoral discrepancies. Leaders have engaged with regional parties to explore a broader coalition outside of the Congress-led INDIA bloc.
"We have already supported CJP": DMK MP Kanimozhi
Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) MP and deputy general secretary Kanimozhi on Saturday said that her party had extended support to the CJP when its leaders were arrested, adding that she had attended a protest in Chennai to convey the party's support.
MK Stalin chairs DMK MPs meeting on SIR, other key issues today
Members of the DMK met at their headquarters while protests continued against the Election Commission's SIR exercise. DMK MP Kanimozhi criticized the Union government, claiming that voters were denied their rights. Demonstrators also demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar concerning alleged electoral manipulation. Opposition parties accused the Election Commission of favoring the BJP and called for accountability.
DMK leader Elangovan calls actor CM Vijay 'slave of BJP'; slams Centre over Keezhadi
T K S Elangovan has criticized Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay for being a supporter of the BJP. He expressed concerns regarding Vijay's future proposals to the BJP concerning metro rail projects. Elangovan alleged that the BJP has stalled the recognition of archaeological findings in Keezhadi, which harms Tamil Nadu's cultural interests. Additionally, he condemned the treatment of Cockroach Janata Party founder Abhijeet Dipke as suppression of dissent.
Supreme Court judges call off JPC interaction over possible review of ONOE Bills
In a recent turn of events, Supreme Court judges have opted against holding an informal dialogue with the Joint Parliamentary Committee regarding the proposed amendments. Their apprehensions revolve around the potential for future judicial review of those amendments. Kapil Sibal condemned the meeting as unconstitutional, arguing it infringed upon the separation of powers.
SBI seeks clarity on bank accounts under proposed FCRA rules
State Bank of India presented to the Joint Parliamentary Committee regarding the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill. Officials raised concerns about gaps in foreign donation handling when registration lapses occur. They suggested that clear banking procedures be established for affected organizations. The bill proposed transferring compliance responsibilities to a government-designated authority in certain cases. Opposition parties criticized the bill for potentially disadvantaging minority groups and impacting foreign funding for NGOs.
After backlash, Vijay sarkar rescinds L&O RTI waiver
The ruling TVK government on Sunday withdrew its order expempting Public (Law and Order) department from the Right to Information (RTI) Act following widespread outrage. The department was classified as an 'Intelligence and Security Organisation' under the withdrawn order which would have kept it outside the RTI framework and restricted public access to the information it holds. Earlier, the exemption was defended as an attempt to keep information related to community clashes outside the RTI framework.
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.
DMK MP Kanimozhi meets former Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee in Kolkata as DMK outreach fuels third-front talk
DMK leader Kanimozhi met Mamata Banerjee in Kolkata on Thursday. This meeting follows discussions with Uddhav Thackeray and Sharad Pawar. Strains between DMK and Congress have emerged recently. The TMC and Congress have also sparred over a West Bengal bypoll. Kanimozhi's outreach sparks speculation about opposition coordination efforts.
"Will try to avoid using it next time": DMK MP Senthilkumar clarifies on his 'Gaumutra States' remarks
Reacting to the 'Gaumutra States' jibe at BJP made by DMK MP DNV Senthilkumar S, Congress leader Karti Chidambaram on Tuesday demanded an apology from the Lok Sabha Parliamentarian and said that the choice of his words was "unfortunate".
DMK MP Senthil Kumar's controversial comment describing BJP's victory in north India expunged from Lok Sabha
The Lok Sabha has expunged an unparliamentary word used by Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) MP Senthil Kumar while explaining the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) recent win in the three Hindi heartland states. The Minister's usage of the parliamentary term for the three Hindi heartland states sparked a huge political row with the BJP taking offence against his remark.
ED takes possession of 15 'benami' assets linked to DMK MP A Raja
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has issued a statement indicating that it has assumed control of 15 immovable properties registered under the name of A Raja's benami company, Kovai Shelters Promoters India Pvt Ltd. This action has been taken in connection with a disproportionate assets case involving A Raja, the former Union cabinet minister of environment and forest.
I-T searches continue for second day at premises of DMK MP S Jagathrakshakan
The income tax department is conducting searches at the premises of DMK MP and former Union minister S Jagathrakshakan in Chennai for the second day. The searches are also being conducted at two breweries and hospitals owned by Jagathrakshakan. DMK spokesperson TKS Elangovan accused the BJP of engaging in vendetta politics, while Congress criticized the IT and ED as frontal organizations of the BJP.
ED attaches Rs 55 crore worth of 'benami' land of DMK MP A Raja in Coimbatore
The federal agency said in a statement the land was purchased by a company allegedly linked to Raja, in lieu of granting environmental clearance to a Gurugram-based real estate company by the leader during his stint as the Union minister for environment and forests between 2004-07.
2G scam accused have informal talks with the judge about case
A Raja rejected CBI's contention that he had taken unilateral decision on 2G spectrum, saying the PMO had given the nod.
SC to decide Kanimozhi's fate today
The Supreme Court will hear the bail pleas of DMK MP Kanimozhi and Kalaignar TV MD Sharad Kumar, accused in the 2G spectrum case, on Monday.
2G spectrum scam: High Court notice to CBI on bail plea of DMK MP Kanimozhi
The Delhi High Court issued notice to the CBI on bail pleas of Kanimozhi & Kalaignar TV MD Sharad Kumar in 2G case.
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