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The Tamil Nadu government has approached the Supreme Court challenging a Madras High Court order that enforced a blanket ban on cow slaughter across the state. The state argues that the High Court’s directive goes beyond the statutory framework, as existing laws regulate but do not prohibit cattle slaughter outright.

A petition in the Supreme Court has sought a CBI probe into alleged horse-trading involving C Joseph Vijay's party after four former AIADMK MLAs joined the ruling TVK. The plea also seeks rules to curb post-election defections and political inducements

Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar reaffirmed the state’s commitment to the Mekedatu project, stressing that work will proceed in line with legal and constitutional processes despite Tamil Nadu’s decades-long opposition.

Tamil Nadu directed private schools to display government-fixed tuition fees on notice boards from June 4. Over 13,000 schools warned against hidden charges; violations risk cancellation of recognition. Parents may lodge complaints under the amended fee regulation act

Shankar had earlier been arrested in connection with alleged defamatory remarks made against the previous DMK government and certain DMK ministers

The Tamil Nadu government revoked the appointment of astrologer Rickey Radhan Pandit Vettrivel as Officer on Special Duty to Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay following criticism from opposition parties and allies. The controversial appointment triggered heated debate in the State Assembly

The Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam government appointed astrologer and close aide Vettrivel as Officer on Special Duty to Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay. The move, aimed at political coordination, has triggered debate over non-traditional appointments in governance

Vijay unveiled a nine-member Tamil Nadu Cabinet blending veteran politicians, young leaders, professionals and strategists. The line-up includes experienced figures like K. A. Sengottaiyan alongside first-time MLA S. Keerthana, signalling generational and political inclusivity

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) president C. Joseph Vijay’s attempt to form the government in Tamil Nadu hit a roadblock after Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar refused to extend an invitation, citing insufficient majority support.

TVK chief Vijay on Wednesday formally staked claim to form the next government in Tamil Nadu after his party emerged as the single largest group in the Assembly elections. He met Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar and assured majority support on the Assembly floor

Carrom champions from Telangana, including world medallists K Srinivas and S Aditya, have expressed disappointment over the lack of government recognition and support. While Tamil Nadu offers cash incentives and jobs to its players, Telangana’s achievers continue to struggle for acknowledgment

The TN government has challenged a Madras High Court single judge's order to light the Karthigai Deepam at the Thiruparankundram hilltop lamp post, citing exceeded jurisdiction and law and order concerns. The state objected to the deployment of CISF for a religious ritual, arguing the order incited protests and tension

The third edition of the Chennai Grand Masters chess tournament will have an expanded field of 20 players and its biggest-ever prize pool of Rs. one crore

"Bharathidasan's contributions to Dravidian culture and his timeless songs are invaluable. He paved the way for the movement's ideals and took immense pride in the Tamil language. His songs were the foundation of the Self-Respect Movement led by Periyar," Stalin said in the Assembly.

The incident occurred after a heated exchange between police officers and BJP supporters. The campaign was organised to rally support for the controversial three-language policy under the National Education Policy (NEP)

The Supreme Court observed that PPP modes were being adopted by governments across the world and that such deals were being done considering different factors, including resources of the State

DMK announces statewide protest against Governor Ravi for ‘continuously insulting’ State anthem and the State

Move comes in the wake of controversy surrounding industrialist Gautam Adani

Weavers, especially those in Sircilla, who were in a deep financial crisis with several weavers even ending their lives, had seen their misery deepening further with the Congress government here failing to place the annual Bathukamma sarees order

The 37-day strike was called off after various departments conducted meetings with concerned parties at various stages and the Samusung management announced several welfare measures in the interest of the workers