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Tamil Nadu polls: Chepauk-Triplicane likely to stay a DMK bastion despite issues
As the electoral atmosphere heats up in Chepauk-Triplicane, the spotlight is on Deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin, who enjoys a robust support base. While the DMK radiates confidence with backing from a s
3 hours ago'BJP govt planning to table bill at poll time': Former Union finance minister P Chidambaram
P Chidambaram, the ex-Union Finance Minister, has raised concerns about a potential constitutional amendment by the BJP government aiming to increase Parliament seats to an ambitious 816. He argues t
3 hours agoAssembly elections LIVE: BJP releases 5th list for Bengal polls; veteran, ex-Union minister’s kin get tickets
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to launch the BJP’s campaign for West Bengal Assembly elections from Cooch Behar today
9 hours agoTamil Nadu polls: Gobichettipalayam anyone's game after Sengottaiyan's jump
In Gobichettipalayam, the electoral dynamics are undergoing a seismic shift. Sengottaiyan's transition to the TVK is putting his historical Gounder support base, once solidly behind AIADMK, to the te
1 days agoTamil Nadu polls: Is there any space for Vijay's TVK in the duopoly between DMK-AIADMK?
Actor Vijay Thalapathy's new party, TVK, is emerging as a third option in Tamil Nadu politics, challenging the long-standing dominance of DMK and AIADMK. With populist welfare promises and a strong so
1 days agoPeople with disabilities upset with TN parties’ poll promises
People with disabilities upset with TN parties’ poll promises
1 days agoTamil Nadu polls: BJP releases candidate list, drops K Annamalai amid seat row
The BJP has unveiled its candidate list for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, following internal discussions and cadre concerns. Notably, former state president K Annamalai is absent from this
1 days agoWest Bengal polls: TMC reels in voters with 'Mache Bhate Bangali', leaves BJP high & dry
West Bengal's upcoming assembly polls see the common phrase 'Mache Bhate Bangali' (Bengali by fish and rice) become a potent political symbol. The TMC is leveraging this cultural identity against the
2 days agoTamil Nadu polls: MK Stalin doubles down on attack on EPS, ignores TVK chief Vijay
Chief Minister M.K. Stalin aggressively targeted AIADMK leader Edappadi K. Palaniswami and Union Home Minister Amit Shah during his Trichy campaign, notably sidestepping TVK chief Vijay. Despite Sta
3 days agoSome problems just don’t go away
Chennai's electorate faces critical issues of flooding, pollution, waste management, and river restoration as elections approach. While both AIADMK and DMK have initiated projects, significant challe
3 days agoTamil Nadu polls: In 21 constituencies without rising sun or two leaves, can TVK, NTK slip through?
In Tamil Nadu's upcoming elections, 21 constituencies will see alliance partners of DMK and AIADMK contest against each other without the major parties' symbols. This shift, influenced by smaller par
4 days agoArtemis II in pictures: NASA’s next moon mission like you have never seen before
Over 50 years after Apollo's last mission, NASA is now just 48 hours away from bringing humans back to the moon with Artemis II. This historic 10-day mission marks the first crewed launch of the Spac
5 days agoAssembly Election LIVE: BJP releases manifesto for Assam polls, promises UCC, steps against 'love jihad'
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma promises two lakh jobs in the next 5 years, and a flood-free State.
5 days agoKerala Assembly polls: UDF looks to extend its dominance in Thrikkakara for fourth election in a row
Uma Thomas, Pushpa Das and Akhil Marar are in the fray as the United Democratic Front, Left Democratic Front and NDA-backed Twenty20 face off in Thrikkakara
5 days agoTamil Nadu elections 2026: DMK leaders, including CM MK Stalin and deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin set for chennai poll fight
Chennai's electoral battleground is set, with DMK leaders M K Stalin and Udhayanidhi Stalin contesting key seats. The party relies on its governance and a blend of experienced and new candidates. TVK
6 days agoTamil Nadu assembly elections 2026: Vijay targets youth; promises monthly aid, loans and jobs; TVK Releases Second Set Of Poll Promises
Tamil Nadu assembly elections 2026: Vijay targets youth; promises monthly aid, loans and jobs; TVK Releases Second Set Of Poll Promises
6 days agoGovt works for Indians' safety in Gulf, Congress risking lives: PM Modi
Launching the BJP-led NDA’s poll campaign at a rally in Kerala’s Palakkad, Modi said many people from the state are working in regions hit by the conflict and “for us their safety remains a top prior
6 days agoTamil Nadu polls: Why is M K Stalin scared every time I visit Delhi, asks Edappadi K Palaniswami
AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami asserted his party leads the NDA in Tamil Nadu, accusing CM Stalin of framing the election as a state versus center battle. Palaniswami questioned Stalin's visits
29 Mar 2026Vijay to contest from Perambur, Trichy East: TVK unveils key candidates for Tamil Nadu polls
Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam has announced its candidate list, with Vijay himself contesting from Perambur and Trichy East. The party also revealed its vision for youth, promising Rs 4,000 monthl
29 Mar 2026
FoodKerala Assembly Polls 2026: Inflation, a major talking point ahead of polls
The spike in food prices has emerged as a major concern for the public. A long-standing welfare architecture in Kerala has attempted to cushion the effects of inflation, especially for the vulnerable.
29 Mar 2026Tamil Nadu polls: T T V Dhinakaran announces candidates for 11 constituencies
AMMK leader T T V Dhinakaran has revealed the party's candidates for 11 seats in the upcoming April 23 polls. These seats are part of the AIADMK-led NDA alliance. Many of the chosen nominees are form
28 Mar 2026'No seat vacant': Congress to take on Mamata with 'big leader', contest all 294 in Bengal polls
'No seat vacant': Congress to take on Mamata with 'big leader', contest all 294 in Bengal polls
28 Mar 2026Tamil Nadu elections: Two weeks on, poll officials lack clarity on whether to mask names of deceased leaders
Chennai's model code enforcement faces confusion, with returning officers interpreting rules inconsistently. While 'Amma' on signboards was covered in some areas, other deceased leaders' names remain
28 Mar 2026Tamil Nadu polls 2026: Vijay’s Trichy East plan on hold, TVK starts campaign in Perambur
TVK chief Vijay is weighing a dual contest in Perambur and Trichy East, contingent on DMK's candidate announcements. While Perambur is his primary choice, Trichy East is a secondary option due to its
27 Mar 2026Tamil Nadu elections: TVK, NTK partymen take the field early
Political parties are actively campaigning across northern constituencies. TVK and NTK candidates are engaging with voters, addressing local concerns like water supply, pollution, and environmental i
25 Mar 2026West Bengal polls: RG Kar victim’s mother Ratna Debnath gets BJP ticket from Panihati
The BJP has nominated Ratna Debnath, mother of the RG Kar Medical College rape and murder victim, from Panihati for the West Bengal Assembly elections. Her decision to contest on a BJP ticket stems fr
25 Mar 2026No electricity, water, or toilets for 16 years: Over 50 families to boycott Tamil Nadu assembly polls
Over 50 families in Thirupparaithurai, Tamil Nadu, have announced a boycott of the upcoming Assembly elections. Relocated 16 years ago due to National Highway expansion, residents claim they still la
25 Mar 2026Tamil Nadu polls: Skipper leads from the front in Vada Chennai
North Chennai's voters are a tough challenge for politicians. DMK swept all seats in 2021, but faces local anger over issues like water supply and past incidents. Key DMK leaders are expected to perf
25 Mar 2026Assembly Elections LIVE updates: AIADMK releases its first list of candidates
The Election Commission of India yesterday held a review meeting with senior officials from four poll-bound States and one Union Territory, as well as the 12 States that share borders with them
25 Mar 2026Seeman commences poll campaign criticising promise of freebies by DMK and AIADMK
NTK chief Seeman launched his assembly election campaign from Tiruttani, denouncing the freebie culture of DMK and AIADMK. He urged voters to reject 'vote for money' practices, asserting NTK's rise a
24 Mar 2026