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DMDK Joins DMK Alliance for Tamil Nadu Polls, First Partnership Since 2005
DMDK formally aligns with DMK-led front for Tamil Nadu polls. Seat-sharing and Rajya Sabha berth talks to begin soon, marking major political realignment.
11 Tamil Nadu Fishermen Freed from Sri Lanka Return Home to Chennai
11 Indian fishermen return to Chennai after release from Sri Lankan prison. Details on their arrest, diplomatic efforts, and new detentions.
Vaiko Predicts DMK Solo Majority in 2026 TN Polls, Welcomes DMDK Alliance
MDMK chief Vaiko predicts a DMK solo majority in 2026, welcomes DMDK into the Secular Progressive Alliance. Details on the new political pact.
DMDK Seals Alliance with DMK for 2026 Tamil Nadu Polls, Says Premalatha
DMDK General Secretary Premalatha Vijayakanth announces alliance with DMK. Seat-sharing talks to follow. MK Stalin welcomes the secular progressive pact.
Sri Lanka Navy Arrests 22 Tamil Nadu Fishermen Near Katchatheevu
Sri Lankan Navy arrests 22 Tamil Nadu fishermen for alleged maritime boundary violation near Katchatheevu, escalating Palk Strait tensions.
Light Rain Forecast for Southern, Coastal Tamil Nadu; Fishermen Warned
IMD forecasts light to moderate rain in south and coastal Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal. Fishermen advised caution due to rough seas.
Vijay's TVK Gears Up For Tamil Nadu Polls, Set To Release Manifesto
Actor Vijay's TVK intensifies poll prep, to release manifesto Feb 27. Candidate shortlists for 234 seats & speculation on Vijay's Vedaranyam contest.
Sri Lankan Navy Detains 22 TN Fishermen, Sparking Community Unrest
Sri Lankan Navy arrests 22 Tamil Nadu fishermen, seizes boats. CM MK Stalin writes to EAM S Jaishankar seeking urgent repatriation of detained fishermen.
DMK Opens Candidate Applications for Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections
DMK begins candidate selection for TN elections, sets application fees, and manages alliance dynamics with Congress ahead of polls.
Tamil Nadu Defers Vehicle Fitness Fee Hike for 3 Months, Aiding Transporters
Tamil Nadu defers the central govt's increased fitness certificate fee for vehicles, offering temporary financial relief to state transport operators.
PM Modi's Tamil Nadu Rally to Shape 2026 Election Landscape
PM Narendra Modi to address NDA public meeting in Vellore on March 7, with 1.5 lakh attendees expected, shaping Tamil Nadu's political future.
DMK Backs Stalin's Push for Indian Citizenship for Sri Lankan Tamils
DMK endorses CM Stalin's letter to PM Modi seeking clarity on granting Indian citizenship to Sri Lankan Tamils in Tamil Nadu, citing historical pacts.
Tamil Nadu Celebrates 5 Years of Sports Glory & Launches Health Marathon
Tamil Nadu celebrates 5 years of sports achievements, awards ₹33.5 crore to athletes, and lays foundation for International Sports City in Chennai.
Stalin Tables Panel Report on Federalism, Demands Greater State Autonomy
Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin tables high-level committee report, pushing for constitutional amendments to strengthen state powers and federal structure.
VCK Chief Confirms Congress Firmly in DMK Alliance, Downplays Rifts
VCK leader Thol Thirumavalavan asserts Congress is firmly part of the DMK-led alliance, addresses seat-sharing, and comments on local infrastructure issues.
Tamil Nadu Bans Uber, Rapido From Using Passenger Vehicles for Goods Delivery
Tamil Nadu cracks down on Uber, Rapido, Porter for using passenger vehicles to transport goods. Violations face fines and vehicle seizure.
Tamil Nadu Board Exams: Over 17 Lakh Students, New Reforms for 2026
Over 17 lakh students to appear for TN Class 10, 12 board exams. New reforms include trained scribes, Aadhaar verification, and calculator use.
Ash Wednesday Mass in Thoothukudi Marks Lent, Students Compete for Wetlands
Thoothukudi observes Ash Wednesday at Sacred Heart Cathedral led by Bishop Stephen. Students participate in district-level wetland conservation drawing and slogan contests.
Bay of Bengal Low-Pressure System Intensifies, Rain Forecast for Tamil Nadu
IMD forecasts rainfall for coastal Tamil Nadu and Puducherry from Feb 21 as a low-pressure area intensifies over the Bay of Bengal. Fishermen advised caution.
Tamil Nadu Unveils Rs 1,943 Cr Textile Boost & New Policy for $1 Trillion Goal
Tamil Nadu allocates Rs 1,943 crore for textiles, launches new Integrated Textile Policy 2025-26 to drive growth towards a $1 trillion economy.
TN Assembly Extends Interim Budget Session, Debate Set for Feb 18-19
TN Assembly's interim Budget session extended till Feb 20. Debate on Feb 18-19. Finance Minister to reply on final day ahead of elections.
Tamil Nadu Assembly Session Extended, Fiscal Challenges Highlighted in Budget
Tamil Nadu Assembly session extended to Feb 20. Finance Minister cites unprecedented fiscal challenges from Union Govt in interim budget presentation.
IUML Demands 5 Seats, 16 Muslim Tickets from DMK for Tamil Nadu Polls
IUML President Kader Mohideen outlines demands for 2026 Tamil Nadu polls, as AIADMK's Palaniswami attacks the DMK's "deceptive model" governance.
Tamil Nadu's Debt to Hit Rs 10.71 Lakh Crore by 2026-27, Says Finance Minister
Tamil Nadu's public debt projected at Rs 10.71 lakh crore for 2026-27. Minister cites Centre's non-cooperation for artificial inflation of state's debt figures.
Tamil Nadu's Interim Budget 2026-27: Growth, Women, and Tamil Culture in Focus
Tamil Nadu FM presents interim budget focusing on economic growth, women's schemes, Tamil culture, and social welfare ahead of assembly elections.