Tamil Nadu Political News & Politics

Jan 31, 2026

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Industries Minister T.R.B. Rajaa Urges States to Emulate Tamil Nadu’s Inclusive Industrial Growth Model

In a recent development, Industries Minister T.R.B. Rajaa has emphasized the need for other Indian states to follow Tamil Nadu’s industrial growth model, which he described as focusing on excellence and inclusive growth. The assertion comes in light of the Economic Survey 2025-2026 that acknowledges Tamil Nadu as a frontrunner in industrial development. Mr. Rajaa […]

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Jan 30, 2026

By Deccan Correspondent

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Stalin Takes on BJP–AIADMK Alliance, Calls It a ‘Compulsion Pact’ Ahead of Tamil Nadu Polls

In a heated speech at the NDTV Tamil Nadu Summit, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin took aim at the BJP and its state ally AIADMK. The alliance between the two parties was reformed in April after a breakdown in 2023 due to strained ties caused by snide attacks from K Annamlai, then the BJP’s […]

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Jan 29, 2026

By Deccan Correspondent

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MK Stalin Launches ₹5,000-Crore TNWESafe Project to Boost Women’s Employment and Safety in Tamil Nadu

In a significant move towards empowering women and ensuring their safety, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin unveiled the Tamil Nadu Women Employment and Safety (TNWESafe) project on Tuesday, January 27. The initiative aims to address the employment, empowerment, safety, and welfare of women across all age groups, with a budget allocation of Rs 5,000 […]

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Jan 28, 2026

By Deccan Correspondent

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State Government Approves Filling Vacant Positions in Panchayat Raj Department After Nearly Two Years

In a move to bolster the Panchayat Raj Department, the State government has given its approval for filling vacancies that have remained unfilled for more than three years. The decision comes over a year and half after the department sought permission to fill these positions in April 2024. The approval pertains to both State- and […]

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Jan 28, 2026

By Deccan Correspondent

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Tamil Nadu Submits Draft Labour Rules, Seeks Flexibility Under New Central Labour Codes

In a significant move aimed at addressing the implications of four new labour codes proposed by the Union government, a delegation from the Tamil Nadu state government traveled to the national capital for discussions. The team was led by K Veera Raghava Rao, Secretary to the Government; SA Raman, Director of Labour; and B Vishnu […]

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Jan 22, 2026

By Deccan Correspondent

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EC Allocates ‘Whistle Symbol’ to Actor Vijay’s TVK Party for Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections

In a significant decision, the Election Commission has allotted the “whistle symbol” as the general symbol for actor Vijay’s political party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam(TVK), in the upcoming Assembly elections in Tamil Nadu. The poll body made this announcement on Thursday, following the formation of a 12-member committee by Vijay to coordinate election campaign activities at […]

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Jan 21, 2026

By Deccan Correspondent

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19-Year-Old College Student Dies After Consuming Weight Loss Product Bought from Native Medicine Shop in Madurai

A 19-year-old college student named Kalaiyarasi, resident of Kamraj Cross Street in the rural town of Meenambalpuram, Sellur, passed away on January 17 following an apparent reaction to a weight loss product she purchased from a native medicine shop near Thermutti, Keezhamasi Street. Kalaiyarasi, the daughter of daily wage earner Vel Murugan (51) and Vijayalakshmi, […]

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Jan 21, 2026

By Deccan Correspondent

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AMMK Rejoins NDA with TTV Dhinakaran’s Return to BJP Fold

In a significant political move, AMMK general secretary T T V Dhinakaran rejoined the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) on Wednesday. The announcement was made after a meeting between Dhinakaran and Union Minister Piyush Goyal in Chennai. The AMMK party has expressed its support for forming “good governance” in Tamil Nadu. Dhinakaran’s decision to rejoin the […]

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Jan 21, 2026

By Deccan Correspondent

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AMMK Rejoins NDA with TTV Dhinakaran’s Return to BJP Fold

In a significant political move, AMMK general secretary T T V Dhinakaran rejoined the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) on Wednesday. The announcement was made after a meeting between Dhinakaran and Union Minister Piyush Goyal in Chennai. The AMMK party has expressed its support for forming “good governance” in Tamil Nadu. Dhinakaran’s decision to rejoin the […]

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Jan 20, 2026

By Deccan Correspondent

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TN Governor RN Ravi Walks Out of Assembly, Refuses Governor’s Address, Sparks Fresh Standoff with DMK Govt

In a surprising turn of events on Tuesday, Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi refused to deliver the customary government address at the start of the first session of the Legislative Assembly for 2026. Instead, he walked out of the House, citing 13 objections, including concerns over misleading investment claims, rising crimes, drug abuse, Dalit atrocities, […]

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