Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu: The Mekedatu dam dispute resurfaced after Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar backed the project and DMK questioned Vijay’s response. The long-running Mekedatu dam dispute between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu has returned to the political spotlight after the issue was raised at the 31st Southern Zonal Council meeting in Mahabalipuram. Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar strongly defended the proposed project, while the opposition DMK accused Tamil

Chennai and Kovalam, Tamil Nadu, where Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay are participating in key Centre-state discussions. Amit Shah meets CM Vijay in Chennai Union Home Minister Amit Shah met Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay in Chennai ahead of the 31st Southern Zonal Council meeting, marking their first meeting since Vijay assumed office as Chief Minister in May 2026. Shah shared photographs of the interac

CHENNAI: The Tamil Nadu government has announced a major expansion of maternity benefits for women government employees, increasing leave for the birth of a third child from 12 weeks to 365 days. Human Resources Management Minister D. Sarathkumar made the announcement in the Assembly while replying to the debate on demands for grants for his department. Tamil Nadu Extends One-Year Maternity Benefit To Third Child Under the existing policy, eligible women government

CHENNAI: A sharp political confrontation erupted between the ruling Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam and the DMK in the Tamil Nadu Assembly over the proposed relocation of Chief Minister Vijay’s office to Namakkal Kavignar Maligai. The debate, held during discussions on demands for grants for the Public Works Department, also widened to include tender procedures, the Chief Minister’s Breakfast Scheme, pension policy and major infrastructure projects. CM Office Shift Triggers Heated D

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay intervened in the state Assembly after Forest Minister RV Ranjith Kumar referred to former Chief Minister and DMK patriarch M Karunanidhi by name without using a customary honorific, triggering protests from opposition DMK legislators. The incident occurred during Monday's Assembly proceedings. Vijay quickly acknowledged that the manner in which the late leader had been addressed was inappropriate and apologised on behalf of his minister, hel

Former Tamil Nadu BJP president K Annamalai has offered his clearest explanation yet for leaving the Bharatiya Janata Party, blaming what he described as Delhi-centric decision-making and limited autonomy for state leaders. He said his differences with the national leadership had developed over several months. Annamalai Exit Puts BJP’s Tamil Nadu Strategy Under Focus Annamalai said he had indicated in October-November 2025 that he wanted to leave the BJP, but was

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has announced a full waiver of cooperative farm loans of up to Rs 75,000, providing fresh financial relief to farmers across the state. The Chief Minister said the government would extend an additional Rs 953.06 crore in support despite the financial constraints facing the state. The announcement strengthens the Vijay government's farmer-focused agenda and comes after earlier revisions to the crop loan waiver programme. The government had pre

Tamil Nadu CM C Joseph Vijay has urged PM Narendra Modi to retain 543 Lok Sabha seats, preserve state-wise representation and ensure 33% reservation for women. Tamil Nadu CM Vijay Seeks Permanent Cap Of 543 Lok Sabha Seats Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to bring Constitutional amendments that would permanently fix the strength of the Lok Sabha at 543 members. The request follows a resolution

Chennai, Tamil Nadu — The Tamil Nadu government signed 97 MoUs worth Rs 67,452 crore at the Vettri Tamil Nadu Investors Conclave, with proposed projects expected to create around 1.20 lakh jobs. Tamil Nadu Signs 97 MoUs Worth Rs 67,452 Crore Tamil Nadu has announced a major new investment push with the state government signing 97 Memoranda of Understanding at the Vettri Tamil Nadu Investors Conclave 2026 in Chennai on Thursday. The agreements car

Tamil Nadu Finance Minister N Marie Wilson said the TVK government has included 125 of its 436 election promises in the state budget, defending the administration amid opposition criticism over announcements and the state’s finances. 125 TVK Poll Promises Included in Budget Speaking in the Tamil Nadu Assembly on Monday, August 10, 2026, Finance Minister N Marie Wilson sa

Tamil Nadu’s Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments (HR&CE) Department will ban mobile phones inside major temples from September 1, 2026, with secure deposit counters to be created for devotees before entry. Mobile Phone Ban From September 1 The Tamil Nadu government has announced that mobile phones will not be permitted inside major temples across the State from

Actor Dhanush has urged his fans to use their unity for social welfare instead of limiting their activities to film celebrations. His welfare initiatives and school donation have sparked political entry speculation, though his camp maintains that the efforts are purely philanthropic. Dhanush Urges Fans To Focus On Social Welfare Tamil actor Dhanush has triggered fresh speculation about a possible entry i

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay and Opposition Leader Udhayanidhi Stalin clashed in the Assembly over the Cauvery dispute and Karnataka’s proposed Mekedatu dam. Vijay rejected demands for another all-party meeting while defending direct talks with Karnataka and insisting Tamil Nadu’s water rights would not be compromised. Vijay Defends Direct Talks With Karnataka Over Cauvery Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay defended his proposal to hold di

DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin says the party has consistently opposed delimitation amid reports of a possible change in its position. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay has called an all-party MPs' meeting to discuss the proposed exercise and its impact on the state. DMK Reaffirms Opposition To Proposed Delimitation Exercise The political debate over delimitation has intensified in Tamil Nadu after DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin clarifi

Chief Minister Vijay’s first full Tamil Nadu Budget placed education at the centre, with major allocations for schools, colleges and free laptops. The Budget also announced wedding assistance, student welfare, healthcare and road projects, drawing criticism from former CM MK Stalin. CM Vijay Budget Puts Education At The Centre The Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam government’s first full Budget has made education one of its biggest priorit