Expanded Morning Meal Programme to Reach 35 Lakh Students Tamil Nadu has renamed its school morning meal programme after former Chief Minister K Kamaraj and extended it to Classes 6–8. The expanded phase begins September 17 and is expected to take total coverage to 35 lakh students across the state. Tamil Nadu Renames Breakfast Scheme After Kamaraj, Expands Coverage Tamil Nadu has renamed its school breakfast programme in hono

TVK Leader Bribe Allegation Sparks Row After Vijay’s Karur Speech A fresh political controversy has erupted in Tamil Nadu after BJP leader Vinoj P Selvam circulated footage that allegedly shows a Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam functionary receiving money from a government contractor. The allegation emerged shortly after Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay delivered a strong anti-corruption message during his public meeting in Karur. The authenticity of the circula

Nagercoil Custody Death: Three Prison Staff Held After Autopsy Finds 19 Injuries The Sabari Varman custody death has triggered protests and a political controversy in Tamil Nadu after a postmortem examination reportedly found 19 injuries on the body of the 35-year-old remand prisoner. Sabari Varman, a shopkeeper and person with a disability from Ethancadu in Kanniyakumari district, died on July 13, 2026, after being found unconscious inside the Nagercoil prison.

DMK Slams TVK Government Over Stalin Name Plaque Issue At Nemmeli Desalination Plant DMK has accused the TVK government of removing a plaque carrying MK Stalin’s name from the Nemmeli desalination project, while officials have denied the allegation. Political Tension Deepens In Tamil Nadu The political feud between the DMK and the TVK government in Tamil Nadu intensified on Monday, Ju

Tamil Nadu To Buy Only AC Government Buses From Now, Says Transport Minister Tamil Nadu Transport Minister Vijay Tamilan Parthiban has said that the state government will now procure only air-conditioned government buses, following Chief Minister Vijay’s direction to make public transport more comfortable and accessible for people across the state. Speaking to reporters in Salem, Parthiban said the Chief Minister wants people to travel more widely and

Sabareesan Warns TVK Leaders Over Corruption Allegations V Sabareesan, son-in-law of senior DMK leader and former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin, has issued legal notices to Tamilga Vettri Kazhagam ministers Aadhav Arjuna and Nirmal Kumar over corruption allegations made against him. The notices accuse the two TVK leaders of making baseless and defamatory remarks during separate press conferences and demand an immediate and unconditional apology. A

CM Vijay Rides New Chennai Bus After Launching 300 Services, Video Goes Viral Chennai, June 26: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay’s ride on a newly launched government bus in Chennai has gone viral, with videos showing him interacting with the conductor, driver, and people after flagging off 300 new buses. The new fleet was launched as part of the Tamil Nadu government’s move t

CM Vijay Targets DMK Over Alleged Corruption In Tamil Nadu Assembly Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay launched a sharp attack on the DMK in the Assembly on Tuesday, accusing the previous government of corruption and poor governance. His remarks triggered strong protests from DMK MLAs, who later staged a walkout during the heated session. Vijay Accuses DMK Over TASMAC Revenue

CM Vijay Opposes NEET Again, Says Tamil Nadu Students Need Fairer System CM Vijay renewed Tamil Nadu’s stand against NEET and said student welfare, fair education access, and language choice must remain key priorities.   CM Vijay Opposes NEET Again, Says Tamil Nadu Students Need Fairer System Chennai, June 23, 2026: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay on Tuesday renewed hi

CM Vijay’s 52nd Birthday Highlights New Political Chapter In Tamil Nadu Chennai, June 22, 2026: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay marked his 52nd birthday on Monday, making it his first birthday after taking charge of the state government in May. The birthday greetings also highlighted Vijay’s sudden rise from cinema icon to one of Tamil Nadu’s most-watched political figures.

Tata iPhone Parts Plant Faces Health Probe in Tamil Nadu After Farmer Complaints Tamil Nadu health officials are investigating complaints from farmers near Tata Electronics’ iPhone components factory in Hosur after concerns were raised over wastewater, groundwater quality, and reported skin-related issues. The plant, located in Ullugurukkai village, makes iPhone back covers and

Tamil Nadu True Debt Burden Pegged At Rs 13.18 Lakh Crore In White Paper Tamil Nadu’s latest White Paper on state finances has pegged the state’s “true debt burden” at Rs 13.18 lakh crore, after including contingent liabilities, guarantees, and obligations linked to public sector undertakings. The report, released by Finance Minister N Marie Wilson on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, covers the five years from 2021-22 to 2025-26. It said Tamil Nadu’s fi

CM Vijay Honours Praggnanandhaa With Rs 50 Lakh, Plays Chess Overview Line Tamil Nadu CM Vijay honoured Norway Chess champion R Praggnanandhaa in Chennai and played a friendly chess game with the young grandmaster. Article CM Vijay Honours Pragg In Chennai Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay felicitated Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa in Chennai after his histo

N. Ravi’s Media Freedom Call Puts Focus Back On Free Press Veteran journalist N. Ravi has said that this is the time to create an ideal environment for media freedom, bringing fresh focus to the role of independent journalism in India’s democracy. His message comes at a time when public trust, editorial independence and responsible news reporting are again part of a larger national discussion.

CM Vijay Raises Tamil Nadu Issues With PM Modi Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on May 27, 2026, during his first official visit to the national capital after assuming office. The meeting, which reportedly lasted around 20 minutes, focused on several important issues linked to Tamil Nadu’s rights, culture, farmers, and fishermen. Tamil Nadu Issues Raised With PM Modi Dur