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A ruling TVK functionary, Kannan, was hacked to death by an armed gang in Chennai's Besant Nagar, with police arresting five suspects. A history-sheeter, Kannan was allegedly killed over previous enmity. The murder triggered Opposition criticism of Tamil Nadu's law and order

Tamil Nadu Minister S Rajesh Kumar said Congress ministers would resign if coalition partner TVK does not support Rahul Gandhi as the 2029 Prime Ministerial candidate. His remarks come amid growing calls within TVK to project Chief Minister Vijay for the post

Friction has emerged between Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam and Congress after posters and videos projected Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay as a potential prime ministerial candidate. Congress leaders reportedly fear the campaign could confuse the alliance’s national positioning and undermine plans to promote Rahul Gandhi

DMK president M K Stalin has approached the Madras High Court challenging the election of TVK candidate V S Babu from Kolathur, alleging irregularities during EVM verification. He sought 100 per cent VVPAT slip counting and verification of all 286 machines

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay said his government will cooperate with the Centre on welfare matters while opposing policies affecting the state’s rights. In his maiden Independence Day address, he outlined anti-corruption measures, welfare initiatives and a $1.5-trillion economy target

AIADMK leader R B Udayakumar's remarks about actor Trisha and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay triggered backlash from TVK workers and fans. A TVK functionary filed a police complaint seeking action, while Trisha's supporters protested the comments in Madurai

Tamil Nadu Assembly proceedings turned heated as O Panneerselvam and treasury benches exchanged personal barbs over alliance changes, political loyalties and unfulfilled election promises. The debate intensified over leaders’ photographs and allegiances before the Speaker intervened, expunging remarks and restoring order

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay chaired a meeting of MPs on the Centre’s proposed delimitation exercise on Saturday, but the DMK and AIADMK boycotted it. The opposition parties called the meeting a “farce” and “drama”, questioning its necessity

Tamil Nadu's TVK government presented its first Agriculture Budget for 2026-27, announcing missions for soil conservation, pulses, oilseeds and millets, alongside an AI-powered farmer app, quality paddy seed subsidies and measures aimed at boosting productivity and farmers' incomes

Tamil Nadu's TVK government presented its maiden Budget, allocating over Rs 1,000 crore for women-centric welfare schemes while focusing on youth development and fiscal prudence. The Opposition criticised the Budget, alleging it repackaged existing schemes and ignored major election promises

The TVK government in Tamil Nadu has announced plans to establish 'Arivagam', an AI and innovation city, in the Revised Budget 2026-27. The Budget also proposes a new industrial policy, mobile geriatric healthcare units and welfare measures for transgender persons

Tamil Nadu Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson presented the TVK government's first Budget, praising Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay for ending alleged tender "cuts." The Budget reiterated opposition to NEET, urged its abolition, and highlighted financial recovery measures alongside reforms promoting transparency in public tenders

Former Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin was arrested over an alleged obscene remark linked to actor Trisha. Booked under multiple legal provisions, his arrest triggered statewide DMK protests, while the party moved court for anticipatory bail and TVK approached the NCW

DMK president M K Stalin criticised the TVK government for denying permission to the Dravidar Kazhagam's anti-NEET and EWS quota campaign, alleging collusion with the BJP. The DK postponed its proposed statewide two-wheeler rally and said it would pursue legal remedies

Vijay's farewell film 'Jana Nayagan' opened to grand celebrations across Tamil Nadu, with fans organizing fireworks, drone shows, temple prayers and special events. The release also saw allegations of inflated ticket prices at some theatres

DMK’s Vilathikulam MLA GV Markandeyan was arrested for allegedly making defamatory remarks and issuing threats against Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay

A purported video showing a TVK functionary receiving cash from a contractor has gone viral shortly after the Tamil Nadu government launched its anti-bribery WhatsApp helpline. The incident has triggered political controversy, with opposition parties demanding a thorough investigation into the allegations

The CBFC granted an 'A' certificate to Jana Nayagan after directing 12 modifications, including muting references to "TVK" and "New India", deleting a scene of the national flag falling, and altering certain dialogues and visuals before release

Tamil Nadu Police issued a lookout circular against Singapore-based businessman Lakshmana Perumal over an alleged bid to bribe a TVK MLA. Investigators accused him of destroying digital evidence while expanding the probe into the alleged cash-for-vote conspiracy and related threats

The Supreme Court dismissed as withdrawn the DMK's plea seeking to regulate Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay’s visit to Karur stampede victims. The court said Vijay was not an accused and refused to curb public statements or determine his official itinerary