EPS Accuses DMK of Deceiving Employees on Pension Promise
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.
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TVK calls DMK pension scheme a poll stunt, hints at Vijay's CM prospects
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.
DMK's ₹3000 Pongal Gift: Allies Hail, Opposition Slams
DMK's ₹3,000 Pongal cash gift announcement draws praise from allies as relief for poor, but faces criticism from AIADMK, PMK, and BJP over timing and amount. Read the full political debate.
Pongal Tourism Festival in Madurai on Jan 14 & 17
Tamil Nadu Tourism invites domestic & international tourists to experience Pongal festivities in Madurai villages. Witness Jallikattu, cultural performances & traditional celebrations. Register now!
TN Govt's Rs 3000 Pongal Gift & Pension Reform for Employees
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin announces Rs 3000 Pongal cash gift for ration card holders and a major pension scheme reform for government employees, marking key welfare moves in an election year.
Amit Shah: BJP to Form Government in Tamil Nadu in 2026
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.
Tamil Nadu CM Stalin Announces Rs 3000 Pongal Cash Gift
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin announces a Rs 3000 cash gift for Pongal to all ration card holders. The scheme will benefit over 2 crore people ahead of the harvest festival.
SK's Parasakthi Clashes with Vijay's Jana Nayagan in 2026
Sivakarthikeyan reveals shock over Pongal 2026 box office clash with Thalapathy Vijay's final film 'Jana Nayagan'. Get details on release dates and his direct appeal to fans.
TN Govt Announces Assured Pension Scheme, Ends 23-Year Struggle
Tamil Nadu government announces TAPS, fulfilling a 23-year demand of employees. DMK allies celebrate while BJP, PMK criticize it as an election tactic. Details inside.
Amit Shah in Tamil Nadu to shape BJP-NDA poll strategy
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.
Amit Shah begins 2-day Tamil Nadu visit after Bengal tour
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.
TN's TAPS Pension Scheme: 6 Lakh Employees to Benefit
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin announces Tamil Nadu Assured Pension Scheme (TAPS), a New Year gift for over 6 lakh govt employees. Scheme offers 50% of last salary as pension. Read details.
Stalin Announces New Pension Scheme for Tamil Nadu Staff
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin unveils a new assured pension scheme for state government employees, promising 50% of last drawn salary as pension and regular DA hikes. Read the full details.
Pongal Special Trains: Southern Railway Announces Schedule
Southern Railway will run special trains from Jan 8-21 for Pongal rush. Advance booking opens at 8 am on Sunday, Jan 4. Plan your travel now!
DMK Govt Unveils TAPS Pension Scheme for Employees
Tamil Nadu govt announces Tamil Nadu Assured Pension Scheme (TAPS), offering 50% of last drawn pay as pension, ahead of planned protests. A move blending OPS benefits with fiscal caution.
Tamil Nadu Govt Announces New Assured Pension Scheme
Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin unveils a new assured pension scheme for state employees, promising 50% pension and regular DA hikes. Read the full details here.
TN CM to Announce Old Pension Scheme Decision on Jan 3
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin will announce the state's decision on restoring the Old Pension Scheme on Jan 3, potentially averting a govt employee strike from Jan 6. Details inside.
Vijay's Jana Nayagan Eyes Rs 1000 Cr Club Record
Thalapathy Vijay's final film before politics, Jana Nayagan, releases Jan 9. Stakeholders hope it will be Tamil cinema's first Rs 1000 crore grosser, facing Pongal clash with Parasakthi and The RajaSaab.
BJP's Ritual in Trichy Precedes Amit Shah's Pongal Celebration
BJP held the Panthakkal Naduthal ritual in Trichy for Amit Shah's Jan 5 Pongal event. The gathering of 2000 families marks the party's campaign launch for the Tamil Nadu assembly elections. Read more.
TN Govt Approves ₹183 Crore Pongal Bonus for Employees
Tamil Nadu government allocates ₹183 crore for Pongal bonus and festival assistance, benefiting 9.9 lakh employees and pensioners. Unions call it an 'eyewash' and threaten strike over OPS demands.
TN Govt's ₹248 Cr Pongal Gift for 2.22 Cr Ration Holders
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.
Tamil Nadu Monsoon Ends with 3% Rain Deficit
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.
TN Designates Video-Conferencing Sites for Court Witnesses
Tamil Nadu government designates over 50 locations, including courts, hospitals, and prisons, for video-conferencing of witnesses under the new BNSS Act. This move aims to streamline judicial processes and aid distant witnesses.
DMK to celebrate 'Dravida Pongal' from New Year
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin instructs party workers to use 'Dravida Pongal' to highlight DMK's achievements and attack AIADMK-BJP. Deputy CM Udhayanidhi targets 2026 elections.
TN Cabinet to decide on new pension scheme on January 6
A high-level Tamil Nadu committee reviewed recommendations for a unified pension scheme. The final decision will be taken by CM Stalin's cabinet on January 6. The panel also discussed the ongoing teachers' pay disparity protest.
DMK Adds Cash Back to Pongal Hampers for 2026
The DMK government reinstates cash in Pongal gift hampers for 2026 after a one-year hiatus, a move seen as significant ahead of the Tamil Nadu assembly elections. Read the full analysis.
TN Pongal 2026 Gift Tokens: Ration Shops Get Jan 2 Deadline
Tamil Nadu govt mandates ration shops to prepare Pongal 2026 gift tokens for 2 crore beneficiaries by Jan 2. Door-to-door distribution & staggered collection to avoid crowds. Details inside.
TN Parties Condemn Violence, Drug Abuse After Attacks
Political parties in Tamil Nadu slam recent violence & drug incidents, demand CM Stalin's action. Leaders cite attacks on migrants, police threats, and failed ganja control.
Amit Shah to visit Trichy, Pudukottai on Jan 4-5
Union Home Minister Amit Shah will visit Tamil Nadu's Trichy and Pudukottai on January 4 and 5 for BJP meetings, a public rally, and Pongal festivities. Details on election strategy and alliance talks inside.
Tamil Calendar 2026: Key Festivals and Important Dates
Plan your 2026 with the complete Tamil calendar guide. Discover all major festivals, auspicious days, and public holidays for the year. Stay connected to tradition!
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