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AIADMK has fielded several senior leaders and former ministers to challenge the ruling DMK in Chennai, setting up direct contests in 13 of the city’s 16 Assembly constituencies in what is expected to be a multi-cornered electoral battle.

With the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections nearing, AIADMK has switched to campaign mode after finalising seat-sharing with allies. The DMK-led alliance has also prepared its strategy, setting the stage for an intense electoral contest across the state

AIADMK released its first list of 23 candidates for the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, renominating party chief K Palaniswami from Edappadi and fielding several senior leaders, while finalising seat-sharing arrangements within the NDA alliance

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin criticised AIADMK leaders over alleged derogatory remarks against women, accusing them of lowering political discourse. The controversy has intensified political tensions ahead of Assembly elections, drawing condemnation from leaders across parties

DMK president and Chief Minister M K Stalin appears confident of securing a second term, banking on welfare initiatives, the Dravidian governance model and alliance unity. However, criticism over dynasty politics, unfulfilled promises and new political challengers remain concerns ahead of polls

AIADMK chief Edappadi K. Palaniswami ruled out any alliance with Vijay’s TVK for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly polls, calling such reports media speculation. He also denied rift with BJP’s Annamalai and said AIADMK-AMMK differences have been resolved

VK Sasikala, former aide of late Chief Minister J. Jayalalithaa, on Thursday said the name of her new political party will be announced within a week and confirmed that it will contest the upcoming Assembly elections.

TVK chief Vijay said his power-sharing offer has unsettled political alliances and rattled Chief Minister M K Stalin at a Salem rally. He also criticised the DMK on governance, defended his party over rally deaths, and expressed confidence of winning the 2026 polls

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin attacked the BJP over its alliance with AIADMK, rejected corruption and dynasty charges against the DMK, raised pending central funds and projects, and highlighted the achievements of the Dravidian Model at a Chennai summit

The AIADMK on Thursday held a protest in Chennai alleging irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls and accusing the DMK government of deploying its workers for the task. Former minister D. Jayakumar led the demonstration near Rajarathinam Stadium

The Supreme Court on Tuesday sought the Election Commission’s response to pleas by DMK, TMC, and others challenging the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal. The court also paused related proceedings in high courts

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has accused the BJP of using the Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) as a political weapon to target rivals like the DMK, equating it with agencies such as the ED and CBI

Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin attacked the BJP, calling it a "parasite" exploiting tragedies for political gain and a "washing machine" for the corrupt. He criticised Centre policies, AIADMK alliance, and highlighted welfare projects and development in Ramanathapuram

TN BJP chief Nainar Nagenthran met AIADMK leader EPS in Salem for a courtesy discussion amid speculation over shifting political alliances. Nagenthran denied political agenda but announced a state-wide tour starting October 11, keeping Tamil Nadu politics abuzz ahead of 2026 polls

AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami travelled to Delhi amid party unrest and alliance strains. His visit, likely including talks with Amit Shah, could shape the AIADMK-BJP partnership ahead of 2026 polls.

AIADMK senior K A Sengottaiyan was removed from his party posts by general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami after he sought re-entry for expelled leaders. The move triggered protests, with 300 supporters quitting the party, as Sasikala termed the decision “childish”

At its Salem conference, CPI leaders D. Raja and R. Mutharasan accused BJP-RSS of eroding democracy and vowed to resist “fascist tendencies,” while rejecting AIADMK’s criticism and alliance suggestions

A Tamil Nadu Special Sub-Inspector was hacked to death by a father-son duo at an AIADMK MLA's estate in Tiruppur. The officer was investigating a dispute when the accused, allegedly drunk, attacked him with sickles. A manhunt is on.

BJP leader Tamilisai Soundararajan hit out at Tamil Nadu CM Stalin for taking a combative stance against the Centre, saying his father Karunanidhi would have cooperated for the state’s benefit. She also criticised the DMK, Congress, and Kamal Haasan

Actor Srikanth, known for his roles in Tamil and Telugu films, was arrested in Chennai in a high-profile drug case. His arrest followed a positive drug test for cocaine, based on evidence and a statement by an AIADMK IT Wing official