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Stalin calls statewide black-flag protest over delimitation move
Politics

Stalin calls statewide black-flag protest over delimitation move

Chennai: Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has announced a statewide black-flag protest to be observed across Tamil Nadu today, opposing a proposed legal amendment linked to constituency delimitation. In a video message, Stalin alleged that the BJP-led Union government is using delimitation to disadvantage Tamil Nadu and other southern states. He claimed that while the Centre would project a nominal increase for the South, it would significantly expand seats in northern states that it considers politically favourable.

Supreme Court: People’s faith can’t be branded ‘wrong’ in Sabarimala case
Politics

Supreme Court: People’s faith can’t be branded ‘wrong’ in Sabarimala case

The Supreme Court, hearing petitions alleging violation of gender equality at places of worship including Sabarimala, observed that it is a difficult task for courts to declare the faith of lakhs of people as “wrong” or “false”. The matter is being examined by a nine-judge Constitution Bench led by Chief Justice Suryakant, which is considering seven key legal questions connected to religious rights and freedoms, arising from the plea seeking entry for women of all ages at the Sabarimala Ayyappa temple.

Nashik TCS BPO probe alleges forced beef eating, namaz on women staff
Crime

Nashik TCS BPO probe alleges forced beef eating, namaz on women staff

Police in Maharashtra’s Nashik have said their investigation into alleged forced religious conversion at a TCS-run BPO office has revealed claims that women employees were pressured to eat beef and perform namaz. The case surfaced after complaints in February alleging sexual misconduct at the workplace. During the probe, 12 women aged between 18 and 25 gave statements describing harassment and coercion, police said. According to investigators, the women alleged that for more than three years they faced sexual harassment through team leaders, inappropriate remarks about their bodies and clothing, and religiously targeted comments. Police also claimed that women were pressured to wear a burqa.

LPG supply chain may take up to 4 years to stabilise: Official
Business

LPG supply chain may take up to 4 years to stabilise: Official

New Delhi: A senior Union government official has said India’s LPG supply chain, hit by tensions linked to the West Asia conflict, may take three to four years to return to normal. Speaking in Delhi, the official said discussions with affected LPG suppliers indicated that rebuilding and stabilising the supply network could take at least 3–4 years. It is still unclear whether the production disruption is temporary or long-term. The situation is increasing pressure on India’s cooking gas imports and prices. The Centre, the official said, is prioritising household LPG supply and examining alternative measures to manage any shortage.

Udhayanidhi slams EPS, says AIADMK 'sold' to BJP
Politics

Udhayanidhi slams EPS, says AIADMK 'sold' to BJP

Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin on Tuesday launched a sharp attack on AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami (EPS) while campaigning in Thoothukudi district. Addressing voters in support of DMK candidates contesting from Ottapidaram and Kovilpatti constituencies, Udhayanidhi said Palaniswami should be “punished” again, alleging the district had suffered betrayals linked to incidents such as the Thoothukudi firing and the Sathankulam father-son custodial deaths. He also accused the BJP-led Union government of not providing funds and schemes to Tamil Nadu, and claimed EPS had “sold” the state’s rights. Referring to the previous Assembly election, Udhayanidhi alleged the AIADMK had been “rented out” to the BJP then, and was now “sold outright” to Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the current election.

Case filed against Congress councillors for refusing Vande Mataram
Politics

Case filed against Congress councillors for refusing Vande Mataram

Police in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, have registered a case against two Congress women councillors for refusing to sing the song “Vande Mataram” during a municipal corporation meeting. The development comes after the Union Home Ministry issued new guidelines in February regarding the song. The directions state that “Vande Mataram” must be sung before the national anthem at all government functions and in schools. According to the report, the Indore Municipal Corporation held its budget meeting on April 8. Before the session began, “Vande Mataram” was played.

Maharashtra demolishes house of youth accused of abusing 180 girls
Crime

Maharashtra demolishes house of youth accused of abusing 180 girls

Mumbai: The Maharashtra government on Tuesday demolished portions of the house of a 19-year-old man accused of sexually abusing around 180 minor girls after allegedly luring them through social media. Police said the accused, identified as Mohammed Ayaz from Bharadwada in Amravati district, allegedly befriended girls by claiming to be in love, assaulted them, and recorded obscene photos and videos to threaten them. The case came to light after explicit visuals linked to him circulated on social media. A BJP MP reportedly lodged a complaint with the district Superintendent of Police, following which Ayaz was arrested on April 11 and his mobile phone was examined.

Palaniswami warns AIADMK cadres: Don’t be swayed by Shekar Babu
Politics

Palaniswami warns AIADMK cadres: Don’t be swayed by Shekar Babu

AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami has reportedly issued a stern warning to party functionaries in North Chennai, asking them not to be “swayed” by minister Shekar Babu. According to party sources, AIADMK candidates from constituencies including Perambur, Thiru. Vi. Ka. Nagar, Kolathur, Harbour, Royapuram and R.K. Nagar complained that some local office-bearers were not carrying out election work properly and were allegedly maintaining indirect contact with Shekar Babu while acting against the party.

Murugan slams Stalin over ‘malicious’ campaign on delimitation
Politics

Murugan slams Stalin over ‘malicious’ campaign on delimitation

Chennai: Union Minister L Murugan on Tuesday accused DMK president M K Stalin of running a “malicious campaign” by linking constituency delimitation to political harm for Tamil Nadu. In a statement, Murugan said the Modi government is moving to implement the landmark law providing 33% reservation for women in Parliament and State Assemblies. He claimed that the move would require an increase in the number of Lok Sabha constituencies. Murugan said Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah have assured that delimitation would be carried out in a way that does not disadvantage any state, including Tamil Nadu.

TN legal education announcements yet to be implemented
Education

TN legal education announcements yet to be implemented

Several announcements made in the Tamil Nadu Assembly for strengthening legal education and related infrastructure are yet to be implemented, according to details listed under the Law and Justice Department. Among the pending measures is a proposed voluntary internship programme for newly graduated law students, with a monthly stipend of ₹20,000. Plans also include creating high-speed Wi‑Fi zones at the government law colleges in Tiruchirappalli, Coimbatore and Tirunelveli. The list further mentions annual international workshops, seminars and law conferences for final-year students across 14 government law colleges, along with English skill development training for students. Faculty-focused initiatives such as teacher development and innovation training for assistant and associate professors have also been announced.

Stir in Coimbatore as Congress candidates skip meeting Chidambaram
Politics

Stir in Coimbatore as Congress candidates skip meeting Chidambaram

Senior Congress leader and former Union minister P Chidambaram visited Coimbatore on Tuesday, but the party’s candidates in the district did not meet him, triggering a buzz within the local unit. In Coimbatore district, the Congress has been allotted the Goundampalayam and Singanallur constituencies. Sreenidhi has been named as the candidate for Singanallur, while Suriya Prakash will contest from Goundampalayam. Chidambaram arrived at the Coimbatore airport on Tuesday afternoon and campaigned in the evening in Coimbatore South and Sulur constituencies, before heading to Erode for further campaigning at night. However, he did not campaign in the two constituencies where Congress is contesting in Coimbatore.

CM Stalin campaigns in Dharmapuri, seeks votes during morning walk
Politics

CM Stalin campaigns in Dharmapuri, seeks votes during morning walk

Chief Minister M.K. Stalin campaigned in Dharmapuri on Tuesday, seeking votes for the DMK candidate during his morning walk. With the Tamil Nadu Assembly election campaign entering its final phase and eight days left for polling, leaders across parties have intensified their outreach across districts. In Dharmapuri, Stalin walked through the Kotta Street area, meeting residents lane by lane and highlighting government schemes while requesting support for DMK candidate Senthilkumar.

Chidambaram warns southern states’ voice may be curbed in Lok Sabha
Politics

Chidambaram warns southern states’ voice may be curbed in Lok Sabha

Former Union minister P Chidambaram has alleged that the voice of southern states will be “pressed and suppressed” in the Lok Sabha if the proposed constitutional amendment linked to delimitation moves forward. In a statement, he said his fears about the draft constitutional amendment have now been borne out. He pointed to Tamil Nadu’s current Lok Sabha strength of 39, noting that claims it would rise to 58 were, in his view, misleading.

Seeman asks why TVK skipped Edappadi seat despite rivalry claims
Politics

Seeman asks why TVK skipped Edappadi seat despite rivalry claims

Seeman questions TVK’s stance Pudukkottai: Naam Tamilar Katchi (NTK) coordinator Seeman on Tuesday questioned why TVK did not field a candidate in the Edappadi Assembly constituency, even as actor-politician Vijay has spoken of a direct contest between TVK and the DMK. Speaking to reporters, Seeman said the BJP-led Union government was attempting to reduce the number of Lok Sabha constituencies in Tamil Nadu. He argued that parliamentary constituencies should not be determined purely on the basis of population.

Samrat Choudhary sworn in as Bihar CM, BJP gets top post for first time
Politics

Samrat Choudhary sworn in as Bihar CM, BJP gets top post for first time

Patna: BJP leader Samrat Choudhary, 57, was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Bihar on Tuesday, marking the first time the party has secured the state’s top post. The change followed the resignation of JD(U) chief Nitish Kumar, who recently took charge as a Rajya Sabha MP. Nitish met Governor Syed Atta Hasnain and submitted his resignation from the chief minister’s post. After the resignation, Samrat Choudhary—who was serving as Deputy Chief Minister—was unanimously elected leader of the BJP legislature party. He was subsequently invited to form the government and took oath as the new Chief Minister.

EC rebukes DMK claim of approval for Rs 8,000 coupon distribution
Politics

EC rebukes DMK claim of approval for Rs 8,000 coupon distribution

The Election Commission has strongly objected to claims circulating on social media that the DMK obtained official approval to distribute “model” Rs 8,000 coupons to the public for vote-seeking. The Commission said the claim is untrue and could mislead voters. In its election manifesto, the DMK has proposed a scheme titled “Illatharasi Thittam”, under which homemakers would receive coupons worth Rs 8,000. The coupons are described as usable for purchasing household appliances such as washing machines, refrigerators, mixers and grinders.

Stalin calls for black-flag protest across Tamil Nadu over delimitation
Politics

Stalin calls for black-flag protest across Tamil Nadu over delimitation

Chennai: Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Tuesday announced a statewide black-flag protest to be held on April 16, opposing constituency delimitation. In a statement, Stalin said black flags would be hoisted at homes and in public places across Tamil Nadu. He described the proposed delimitation amendment, which he said the BJP-led Union government plans to bring in Parliament, as a “historic injustice” to Tamil Nadu and other southern states. Stalin argued that southern Indians were angered by the move and warned that the Centre was “playing with fire”. He said Tamil Nadu would continue to protest against the proposal.

HC asks Income Tax Dept to file report on Udhayanidhi affidavit assets
Politics

HC asks Income Tax Dept to file report on Udhayanidhi affidavit assets

The Madras High Court has directed the Income Tax Department to file a report in a petition seeking an inquiry into the asset details mentioned in Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin’s election affidavit. The petition was filed by Kumaravel of the Chepauk–Thiruvallikeni constituency. He alleged inconsistencies between the asset disclosures made in Udhayanidhi’s 2021 nomination and the current election affidavit. According to the petitioner, the 2021 affidavit mentioned an investment of Rs 7.36 crore in Red Giant Movies, but the current affidavit does not carry details of the same. He also pointed to the disclosure that Udhayanidhi’s wife has stated an investment of Rs 2.63 crore in the company, and claimed the affidavit lacks proper explanations regarding these transactions.

Vijay welcomes women’s quota, opposes constituency delimitation move
Politics

Vijay welcomes women’s quota, opposes constituency delimitation move

Chennai: Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) president Vijay said his party welcomes the move to pass a bill providing 33% reservation for women in legislatures, which is expected to be taken up in Parliament. However, he strongly opposed the proposed constituency delimitation exercise linked to the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2026. Vijay said the Centre’s plan, which he claimed aims to increase Lok Sabha strength from 543 to 850, would significantly alter the composition of the House.

Annamalai accuses CM Stalin of politicising every issue
Politics

Annamalai accuses CM Stalin of politicising every issue

BJP leader K. Annamalai on Tuesday accused Chief Minister M.K. Stalin of attempting to politicise every issue, while campaigning in Coimbatore. Addressing voters in Singanallur constituency in support of AIADMK candidate K.R. Jayaraman, Annamalai alleged that the Chief Minister was running a “false campaign” that the Union government had not provided funds to Tamil Nadu. He claimed there was documentary proof for the funds allocated to the State. Annamalai said people in Tamil Nadu were welcoming the proposed 33% reservation for women. He also took aim at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, alleging that he was not ready to visit Tamil Nadu as he already knew the election outcome.

L Murugan campaigns in Avinashi, says public welcome signals victory
Politics

L Murugan campaigns in Avinashi, says public welcome signals victory

Union Minister and BJP candidate L Murugan continued his election campaign in the Avinashi Assembly constituency ahead of the Tamil Nadu Assembly polls scheduled for April 23. During his outreach, Murugan met residents in person, interacted with them and listened to their requests, according to the campaign update. In a social media post on April 15, he said the enthusiastic welcome from the people of Avinashi confirms the victory of the National Democratic Alliance under the BJP’s lotus symbol.

Nashik BPO: Undercover woman cop leads arrests in forced conversion case
Crime

Nashik BPO: Undercover woman cop leads arrests in forced conversion case

Nashik police have arrested multiple accused after complaints that women employees at a BPO office in Nashik were allegedly pressured to follow Islamic practices and subjected to sexual harassment. The action followed a covert operation carried out inside the workplace, according to the police. The case began with a complaint received in February from a young Hindu woman working at the BPO, stating she was being forced to change her religious practices. Police said they also received indications that several other women employees were affected.

Vijay slams DMK over ‘₹8,000 coupon’ pitch, seeks EC action
Politics

Vijay slams DMK over ‘₹8,000 coupon’ pitch, seeks EC action

TVK chief Vijay has attacked the DMK over its ‘₹8,000 coupon’ announcement, asking whether elections meant to protect citizens’ democratic rights are being turned into a “chess hunt” for power. In a statement, he referred to reports that a woman in Mannachanallur near Trichy died by suicide, allegedly unable to bear obscene abuse during the distribution linked to the DMK’s coupon programme. He said the news was “shocking” and raised questions about the party’s conduct.

EPS says DMK must be voted out, cites Meenjur assault case
Politics

EPS says DMK must be voted out, cites Meenjur assault case

Chennai: AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami (EPS) on Tuesday said the upcoming Assembly election posed “one question” and urged voters to defeat the DMK. In a statement, EPS referred to reports from Tiruvallur district that a college student who was alone at home near Meenjur was allegedly targeted by youths said to be under the influence of ganja, sexually assaulted and attacked with an intent to kill. He said the victim was battling for her life and described the news as shocking and painful.

INDIA bloc meets at Kharge’s home ahead of special Parliament session
Politics

INDIA bloc meets at Kharge’s home ahead of special Parliament session

Leaders of the INDIA alliance held a consultation meeting in New Delhi at Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge’s residence, a day ahead of the special session of Parliament. The special session, scheduled from April 16 to 18, is expected to take up amendments related to the women’s reservation law. The Centre has said it plans to implement 33% reservation for women in Parliament and State Assemblies from 2029. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has appealed for support for the proposed changes. As part of the exercise, the Centre is also planning to increase the Lok Sabha’s strength from 543 to 850 seats, and a draft Bill has been circulated to all MPs.

Production house moves Madras High Court over ‘Jananayagan’ leak
Crime

Production house moves Madras High Court over ‘Jananayagan’ leak

The production company behind actor Vijay’s film Jananayagan has approached the Madras High Court, complaining about the movie allegedly being leaked online. The film, described as Vijay’s last project, has not been released so far due to multiple reasons, including certification-related issues. Amid the delay, the movie reportedly surfaced on the internet, drawing condemnation from various quarters. Cyber Crime police, who are investigating the leak, have arrested six people and are continuing inquiries. Separately, the film was also allegedly telecast on a local cable TV network in Coimbatore, and a person identified as Palanisamy has been arrested in connection with it.

TVK leader Vijay holds Chennai roadshow, skips speech in T Nagar
Politics

TVK leader Vijay holds Chennai roadshow, skips speech in T Nagar

TVK leader Vijay conducted a roadshow campaign in Chennai on Tuesday (April 15), as the election is just eight days away. He canvassed in multiple areas, beginning with T Nagar and later moving through Egmore and Triplicane. According to the report, Vijay had earlier started campaigning from Perambur and also campaigned in Kolathur, where Chief Minister M.K. Stalin is contesting. A large crowd gathered there, and the campaign was reportedly cut short midway.

PM Modi holds Nagercoil roadshow; EPS and Annamalai join campaign
Politics

PM Modi holds Nagercoil roadshow; EPS and Annamalai join campaign

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a roadshow in Nagercoil on Tuesday (April 15) to campaign for NDA candidates in Kanyakumari district. According to the report, the NDA is contesting across the district’s six constituencies, with the BJP in four seats, the TMC contesting one seat on the lotus symbol, and the AIADMK contesting one seat. Modi travelled from Delhi to Thiruvananthapuram and then flew by helicopter to Nagercoil in the evening.

Centre drafts bill to raise Lok Sabha strength from 543 to 850
Politics

Centre drafts bill to raise Lok Sabha strength from 543 to 850

The Union government has circulated a draft bill to all Members of Parliament proposing an increase in the total strength of the Lok Sabha from 543 to 850. The move is presented as a key step towards implementing the 33% reservation for women in Parliament and State Assemblies. The women’s reservation law was passed in September 2023, but its rollout was linked to the completion of a population census and a delimitation exercise. With the census expected to be completed only in 2027, questions were raised over whether the reservation could be implemented before the 2029 Lok Sabha election.

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