Tamil Nadu gears up for the 2026 Assembly elections. A deep dive into the 234-seat battle, the DMK-led SPA vs AIADMK-BJP NDA, and the numbers shaping the contest. Follow the key political dynamics.
A late-night meeting between Amit Shah and AIADMK's EPS has exposed deep tensions within the NDA over power-sharing and control, setting the stage for a complex multi-cornered contest in the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections.
As Pongal nears, Tamil Nadu schools may close from Jan 14-17. No official order yet. Parents and students advised to check school notices for confirmed holiday dates.
BJP working president Nitin Nabin outlines a 90-day strategy for Tamil Nadu, focusing on women's safety, drug menace, and local issues to mobilize against DMK. PM Modi to launch NDA campaign in Madurai on Jan 23.
Varanasi schools and colleges plan regular Tamil classes under Kashi Tamil Sangamam. 50 teachers may go to Tamil Nadu to teach Hindi, boosting cultural ties.
Senior DMK leader I Periyasamy dismisses Congress's demand for a coalition government, asserting CM MK Stalin's firm stand against power-sharing. Explore the political dynamics ahead of assembly polls.
BJP national working president Nitin Nabin demands DMK's removal in Tamil Nadu, accusing it of corruption and disrespecting Sanatana Dharma. Read key details from the Coimbatore conclave.
Tamil Nadu govt issues order for Tamil Nadu Assured Pension Scheme (TAPS), effective Jan 1, 2026. Offers choice to 6 lakh CPS employees. Get all key details here.
Tamil Nadu is set to launch South India's first permanent hot air balloon adventure park. Trials are underway in Pollachi, Madurai, and Tiruvannamalai. Read more about this exciting tourism initiative.
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Tamil Nadu government partners with Meta to launch 'Namma Arasu', a WhatsApp chatbot providing 51 citizen services in Tamil and English. Access bill payments, certificates, and more on +91 7845252525.
BJP and AIADMK leaders held a pivotal meeting in Chennai to finalise their seat-sharing agreement for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, aiming to challenge the ruling DMK.
A Tamil Nadu government delegation visited HD Hyundai in South Korea, signing a key MoU to strengthen the state's shipbuilding sector and attract major investments. Read more.
Tamil Nadu launches 'Namma Arasu' WhatsApp chatbot, offering 50+ govt services like certificate downloads, bill payments, and grievance filing. Accessible in Tamil & English, it aims to bridge the digital divide.
BJP presses AIADMK for a pre-election power-sharing agreement in Tamil Nadu. AIADMK fears such a move could benefit rival DMK. Get the latest political analysis.
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin launches a Rs 100 crore deep-tech startup policy to transform the state into an innovation hub. Discover how this investment aims to boost R&D and attract global companies.
BJP gears up for Lok Sabha polls in Tamil Nadu with multiple visits by PM Modi, Amit Shah, and Nitin Nabin. Key rally planned in Kanyakumari, alliance talks with OPS, TTV Dhinakaran underway.
Over 1,400 Anganwadi workers & helpers protested in Trichy & Madurai, demanding government employee status, retirement gratuity & pension. Police detained protesters after road blockades.
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin launches 'Ulagam Ungal Kaiyil', a free laptop scheme for 10 lakh college students. The initiative, a revival of a 2011 program, aims to boost digital education and career skills. #TamilNadu #Education #FreeLaptop
Union Home Minister Amit Shah's two-day Tamil Nadu trip concluded without a clear NDA expansion. Key meetings with AIADMK's EPS, PMK, and DMDK did not materialize. Read about BJP's strategy for the upcoming state elections.
Tamil Nadu Minister M P Saminathan highlights funding inequality, as Centre allocates ₹2000+ crore for Sanskrit but under ₹200 crore for Tamil. Read about the cultural festival and calls for linguistic pride.
Tamil Nadu's new State Indicator Framework reveals superior outcomes in health, education, jobs, and gender parity compared to all-India figures. Discover the data driving the state's success.
Esaki Muthu from Chennai returns from Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0, an event highlighting the deep cultural link between Tamil Nadu and Varanasi. Discover the historic connection and the 19th-century Tamil satram in Kashi.
AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami accuses the DMK government of tricking employees with a renamed pension scheme, vows to form the next Tamil Nadu government. Read the full story.
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin announces Rs 3000 Pongal cash gift for ration card holders and a major pension scheme reform for government employees, marking key welfare moves in an election year.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah declared the BJP will come to power in Tamil Nadu in the 2026 assembly elections, citing strong public support and a weakening DMK.
Tamil Nadu government announces TAPS, fulfilling a 23-year demand of employees. DMK allies celebrate while BJP, PMK criticize it as an election tactic. Details inside.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah begins a two-day visit to Tamil Nadu to bolster NDA's alliance cohesion and strategy against the DMK-led front. Key meetings with BJP leaders and allies like AIADMK's EPS are on the agenda.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah arrives in Tamil Nadu for a crucial two-day visit, focusing on BJP's organizational strength and outreach in the poll-bound state. Key meetings and public engagements lined up.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin unveils a new assured pension scheme for state government employees, promising 50% of last drawn salary as pension and regular DA hikes. Read the full details.