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.
Tamil Nadu's ruling DMK has formally rejected ally Congress's demand for a coalition government after the assembly polls. Minister I Periyasamy asserts the state's tradition of single-party rule will continue. Read the full story.
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.
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.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin expresses confidence that the DMK-led alliance will secure more than 200 constituencies in the upcoming assembly elections, citing cadre commitment.
Astrologers predict 2026 will bring profound strength and transformation for six zodiac signs. Find out if your sign is set for a breakthrough in confidence, resilience, and self-belief.
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.
AIADMK, led by Edappadi K Palaniswami, starts interviewing over 7,000 aspirants for party tickets. The manifesto committee also begins a state-wide tour. Get the latest updates on Tamil Nadu's political preparations.
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.
PMK founder S. Ramadoss says he will announce the party's alliance for the 2026 Tamil Nadu assembly polls within two days. He dismissed talks led by his son as 'drama' and 'fraud'. Read the full story.
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.
AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami firmly shuts the door on expelled leaders O Panneerselvam and V K Sasikala's re-entry. After meeting Amit Shah, he outlines the party's strategy for the Tamil Nadu Assembly polls.
BJP and AIADMK intensify talks to expand NDA in Tamil Nadu, aiming to bring back OPS, TTV Dhinakaran, and DMDK. PMK's Anbumani Ramadoss rejoins alliance as BJP eyes anti-DMK consolidation.
Congress functionary Praveen Chakravarty takes a veiled dig at TNCC president K Selvaperunthagai for not pushing for a power-sharing deal with DMK ahead of Tamil Nadu assembly elections. He warns against personal interests harming the party.
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.
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.
Union Minister Amit Shah and AIADMK chief Edappadi Palaniswami offer conflicting statements on NDA's Tamil Nadu government formation and seat-sharing for 2026 elections. Details inside.
AICC's Praveen Chakravarty defends his 'alarming' Tamil Nadu debt remarks, exposes rift with DMK, and reveals cadre's demand for more seats & power share ahead of 2026 polls. Read the full interview.
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.
TVK chief coordinator K A Sengottaiyan criticizes DMK's Tamil Nadu Assured Pension Scheme as an election gimmick. He discusses Vijay's political future, alliance dynamics, and the public's desire for a new face in Tamil Nadu politics. Read more.
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.
Congress appoints Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and TS Singh Deo to lead election preparations for Assam and Tamil Nadu ahead of the crucial 2026 assembly polls. Get the full details.
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.