Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray criticizes Deputy CM Eknath Shinde for housing corporators in a 5-star hotel, alleging BJP pressure and warning of defections ahead of Mumbai's mayoral election.
Several high-profile political figures, including former Congress heavyweight Jagmeet Singh Brar, joined the BJP in Chandigarh, praising PM Modi's outreach to Sikhs and pledging unconditional support.
Bihar politics heats up as six Congress MLAs consider joining JD(U) and three RLM MLAs may defect to BJP, sparking realignment talks post-NDA's election sweep. Both camps deny the moves.
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.
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.
The suspension of 12 Congress councillors in Ambernath and their immediate switch to the BJP is not an isolated event. It's the latest symptom of a decade-long erosion of party authority, where defections have become a routine strategy for political survi
Key veterans from BJP and NCP opt out or switch parties ahead of Pimpri Chinchwad civic polls on Jan 15. Denied tickets spark emotional reactions and political defections.
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.
Mumbai's sprawling L Ward sees intense BMC election battles with last-minute defections, political debutants, and rebellion over seat-sharing between Shiv Sena and BJP. Explore the key contests.
With Pune Municipal Corporation polls days away, political parties witness a flurry of defections. Key leaders from Shiv Sena (UBT) and Congress join BJP and NCP, setting the stage for intense multi-cornered contests. Read the full story.
Actor Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam forms a committee to draft its 2026 Tamil Nadu election manifesto, promising wide public consultation. Read more on their welfare vision.
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.
In a significant pre-poll shift, former CPI(M) member V R Ramakrishnan and Left sympathiser Reji Lukose joined the BJP in Kerala on Thursday, ahead of the crucial April elections. Read the full analysis.
Expelled AIADMK leader O Panneerselvam's camp suffers another blow as former MLAs A Subburathinam and K Balagangadharan defect to DMK, citing his 'wait and watch' policy. More details inside.
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.
Tamil superstar Vijay's entry into politics with TVK challenges Tamil Nadu's Dravidian giants. Can his massive fan base convert into votes in the 2026 assembly election? We analyze his chances.
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.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah's two-day visit to Trichy concluded without any major progress on BJP's NDA expansion. Key meeting with AIADMK's EPS did not materialize. Details inside.
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.
Maharashtra BJP President Chandrashekhar Bawankule claims the NCP pioneered political defections in the state, sparking a war of words. Read the full political controversy.
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.
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.
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 government sanctions ₹248.44 crore for Pongal gift hampers including rice, sugar, and sugarcane for 2.22 crore rice ration card holders. Distribution to be staggered to avoid crowds. Read details.
As Tamil Nadu enters an election year, CM MK Stalin, AIADMK's EPS, BJP's Nagenthran & TVK's Vijay deliver politically loaded New Year wishes. Read the key statements shaping the state's political narrative.
The 2023 North East Monsoon concluded in Tamil Nadu with a 3% rainfall deficit. Key districts faced shortfalls, impacting agriculture. Get the full IMD report and regional analysis here.