Chennai, April 11 (IANS) The electoral landscape for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections has taken final shape, with a total of 4,023 candidates set to contest across the state following the completion of nomination withdrawals.The nomination process, which commenced on March 30, witnessed a robust response, with as many as 7,599 nomination papers filed over a four-day period.However, the scrutiny phase led to the rejection of around 2,460 nominations due to invalid or incomplete document…
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Chennai, April 6 (IANS) As Tamil Nadu heads toward a crucial Assembly election, the state’s northern districts are once again in sharp focus, emerging as a decisive region that could significantly influence the overall outcome. The belt, stretching from Cuddalore to Tiruvannamalai, has traditionally played a pivotal role in shaping political fortunes in the state. The DMK enters the contest with a clear structural advantage in the region, having built a strong electoral base over successive elec…
Chennai, Feb 21 (IANS) A day ahead of the formal commencement of seat-sharing negotiations for the upcoming Assembly elections in Tamil Nadu, the ruling DMK on Saturday announced the formation of a high-level committee to hold discussions with its alliance partners. In an official statement, DMK General Secretary (Organisation) Duraimurugan said the party’s Treasurer, T.R. Baalu, will head the newly-constituted panel.The move signals the beginning of structured talks within the DMK-led allianc…
Chennai, Feb 19 (IANS) The DMK has invited applications from potential candidates seeking to contest the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, formally setting the stage for its poll preparations. In a statement, the party said interested aspirants can submit their applications between February 20 and March 2. Candidates applying for general constituencies must remit Rs 25,000 along with the form, while those applying for reserved constituencies are required to pay Rs 15,000. Women aspirants w…
Chennai, Feb 12 (IANS) Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK) General Secretary Premalatha Vijayakant on Thursday dismissed speculation that her party was simultaneously negotiating alliances with both Dravidian majors ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, terming the claims baseless and politically motivated.Addressing reporters here, Premalatha said attempts were being made to create confusion regarding the DMDK’s political position, even though leaders from various parties had a…
Coimbatore, Jan 28 (IANS) When it opens next month, Periyar Arivulagam in Coimbatore will rank among the largest public library complexes in Tamil Nadu, offering a blend of conventional library services and interactive science-based learning.Built at a total cost of Rs 301 crore, the eight-storey facility will house more than 1.2 lakh books and serve as both a public library and a science learning centre.The project, executed by the Public Works Department, spans seven acres and has reached an a…
Chennai, Dec 28 (IANS) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and DMK president M.K. Stalin on Sunday paid heartfelt tributes to late DMDK founder and former actor-politician ‘Captain’ Vijayakanth on his second death anniversary, remembering him as a compassionate leader who earned the love and respect of the people through his service-oriented politics.In a message shared on social media, CM Stalin recalled his long association with Vijayakanth and praised his deep concern for the underprivileged.“On …