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State in southern India

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Tamil Nadu: State in southern India
Tamil Nadu is the southernmost state of India. The tenth largest Indian state by area and the sixth largest by population, Tamil Nadu is the home of the Tamil people, who speak the Tamil language—the state's official language and one of the longest surviving classical languages of the world. The capital and largest city is Chennai.

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'They have only one agenda': Amit Shah's attack on Stalin, Sonia over dynastic politics - top quotes

Union Home Minister Amit Shah criticized MK Stalin and Sonia Gandhi for dynastic politics during a BJP meeting in Tamil Nadu. He expressed confidence in the NDA forming a government in the state,..
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2026 Tamil Nadu election a direct fight between TVK & DMK: Vijay


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'Will give view on Prez reference; won’t decide validity of TN guv verdict': Supreme Court

The Supreme Court is set to offer its opinion on the President's queries regarding the power to set timelines for governors and the President in assenting to bills. Despite objections from Tamil Nadu..
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Vice-presidential election: DMK in a bind as TN parties pitch for 'son of the soil'

The NDA's choice of C P Radhakrishnan for vice-president has placed DMK in a dilemma. While rejecting a Tamil Nadu native could be seen as disrespecting Tamil pride, supporting a BJP candidate clashes..
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'Anti-Tamil Nadu activities': Congress to boycott governor RN Ravi's Independence Day tea party; to skip event for 2nd straight year

The Tamil Nadu Congress has announced a boycott of Governor R.N. Ravi's Independence Day tea party, citing his "anti-Tamil Nadu activities," including the rejection of a bill to establish a university..
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Convocation row: Scholar snubs Tamil Nadu governor; Annamalai hits out at DMK for 'low-grade politics'


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AI saves elephants: 6,592 safe elephant crossings on Tamil Nadu railway tracks; no fatalities in nine months


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Sun TV shares case: Maran brothers bury the hatchet

The family feud within the Sun TV Network, triggered by Dayanidhi Maran's accusations of fraud against Kalanithi Maran, has reportedly ended. Dayanidhi withdrew his legal notice following intervention..
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Give details on nixing nod to prosecute 4 netas: SC to TN

The Supreme Court has directed the Tamil Nadu government to furnish details regarding four specific cases where prosecution sanctions against political figures were revoked following a change in state..
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SC allows use of Stalin's name in TN schemes, says other govts do it too

The Supreme Court addressed the widespread practice of naming welfare schemes after politicians, both at the state and central levels. It overturned a Madras High Court order against Tamil Nadu's..
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'Misleading, baseless': EC fact-checks P Chidambaram's migrant voters claim; warns against politicising SIR

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has refuted Congress MP P Chidambaram's claims regarding voter shifts and migrant inclusion in Tamil Nadu, labeling them as misleading and baseless. The EC..
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'Alarming, illegal': Chidambaram flags voter shifts; questions EC over migrant inclusion in TN, mass deletions in Bihar

P. Chidambaram criticized the election commission of India for adding approximately 6.5 lakh "migrant workers" to Tamil Nadu's electoral roll while removing around 65 lakh people from Bihar's voter..
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DMK, allies oppose EC's move to add 6.5 lakh voters from Bihar in Tamil Nadu


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‘No longer with NDA’: Former Tamil Nadu chief minister O Panneerselvam-led AIADMK faction ends ties with BJP


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'How do you plan to hold Senthil trial,' SC asks Tamil Nadu


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SC fixes Aug 19-Sep 20 hearing schedule for Presidential Reference; will hear preliminary objection of TN & Kerala on its maintainability

The Supreme Court has scheduled a nine-day deliberation, starting August 19, on a Presidential Reference questioning the court's authority to set timelines for presidential and gubernatorial assent to..
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Tamil Nadu playing fraud on system in Senthil Balaji case, says SC


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PM Modi hails Chola legacy, unveils statue plan in TN

Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded the Chola dynasty's historical and cultural significance, announcing plans to erect statues of Raja Raja Chola and Rajendra Chola in Tamil Nadu. PM Modi commemorated..
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New self-confidence in India post Sindoor: PM Modi before Parliament debate

Prime Minister Modi, ahead of a crucial parliamentary debate on the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor, asserted India's firm stance against terrorism. Speaking in Tamil Nadu, Modi emphasized..
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‘Ancient roadmap for Viksit Bharat’: PM Modi hails Chola Empire's military, economic legacy in Tamil Nadu


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Top 5 news of the day: INDIA bloc slams EC over roll revision; PM Modi honours Chola legacy; & more

Opposition parties have voiced concerns regarding the transparency of the electoral process, particularly focusing on EVMs and voter data. Prime Minister Modi commemorated the 1,000th birth anniversary..
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2-day TN visit: PM Modi offers prayers at Chola temple; holds roadshow in Gangaikonda Cholapuram

Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated the birth anniversary of Chola emperor Rajendra Chola I at the Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple in Tamil Nadu, offering prayers and participating in the Aadi..
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Tamil Nadu elections: EPS meets PM Modi at Tiruchirappalli airport; first meet since AIADMK and BJP alliance renewed

Edappadi K Palaniswami welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Trichy, sparking speculation about a potential AIADMK-BJP alliance despite past disagreements. This meeting, the first since their..
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'Weapons made in India unsettle terrorism's masters': PM Modi hails indigenous arms in Operation Sindoor; pushes for manufacturing and economic growth

Prime Minister Modi highlighted the role of indigenous weapons in Operation Sindoor, emphasizing their impact on terrorism. He launched development projects in Tamil Nadu, including a new terminal at..
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Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin hospitalised after 'mild giddiness'

The Chief Minister is currently undergoing evaluation, and all necessary diagnostic tests are being carried out, confirmed Dr Anil BG, director of Medical Services at Apollo Hospitals.
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Tamil Nadu elections: BJP confident of coalition govt, says Annamalai amid EPS pushback; asks AIADMK to 'talk to Amit Shah'

Amidst political maneuvering in Tamil Nadu, BJP leader Annamalai expressed confidence in forming a coalition government, suggesting AIADMK should address concerns with Amit Shah. This follows EPS's..
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Age just a number: Senior citizens crack NEET, apply for medical seats in Tamil Nadu

In Tamil Nadu, a surprising trend has emerged as several senior citizens, including lawyers, cleared NEET and applied for MBBS admissions. Officials are now grappling with the implications of older..
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‘Maratha Military Landscapes’ get Unesco tag; 44th honour for India; forts highlight strategic strength

India's 'Maratha Military Landscapes' have earned Unesco World Heritage status, becoming the nation's 44th recognised site. This prestigious recognition, announced in Paris, highlights the Maratha..
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Tamil Nadu blast accused held in Karnataka after 27 years


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CCTVs at all railway level crossings to prevent mishaps

Following a tragic accident in Tamil Nadu, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has mandated CCTV surveillance at all level crossings nationwide. The ministry is also lowering the traffic volume threshold..
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Language twist to TN school van tragedy: DMK says gateman did not know Tamil; urges to hire people who know mother tongue

A tragic school van collision in Tamil Nadu resulted in the death of three students, sparking political controversy. The DMK alleges a language barrier involving the railway gateman, who purportedly..
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Tamil Nadu: Train hits school bus in Cuddalore; several children feared dead


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Medical negligence: Doctors operate on Tamil Nadu man’s healthy left knee


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Language row: RSS supports regional language; says primary education should be disseminated in mother tongue that people speak at home

Amidst the ongoing language debate, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) advocates for primary education in local languages. This statement follows the rollback of the three-language policy by..
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Hindi row: Why Uddhav Sena has distanced itself from Stalin's hardline stance - BMC in focus?

Following a rare show of unity against "Hindi imposition," Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin sought support from Uddhav Thackeray. However, Shiv Sena (UBT) distanced itself from DMK's radical stance, clarifying..
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15 fishermen returned from Iran, efforts on to rescue others, says Tamil Nadu BJP chief Nagendran

Nagendran explained that the fishermen, hailing from coastal villages in Sivagangai and Uvari regions, had travelled to Iran for deep-sea fishing. However, due to rising conflict in the region, they..
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Sivaganga custodial death: Victim Ajith Kumar’s brother Naveen alleges he too was beaten; hospitalised for examination

Naveen Kumar, brother of Ajith Kumar, is in hospital, alleging police brutality. Ajith died in Sivaganga district, reportedly in police custody. A postmortem revealed injuries, suggesting torture. The..
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'Not against Hindi, just its compulsion in schools': Sanjay Raut distances from Stalin's 'support'; clarifies Maharashtra's stand on language row

Sanjay Raut clarifies Shiv Sena (UBT)'s stance on Hindi, distinguishing it from Tamil Nadu's outright rejection. Maharashtra opposes mandatory Hindi in primary schools, not the language itself, unlike..
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Not Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, THIS Indian state now permit 10-hours workdays for commercial establishments due to...

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'Come, let us unite': MK Stalin hails Thackeray brothers' anti-Hindi powerplay; vows to 'teach BJP a lesson'

Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin lauded the Thackeray brothers' unity against alleged Hindi imposition in Maharashtra. He criticized the Centre for withholding funds and questioned the languages taught in..
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SC to decide validity of Madras HC stay on Tamil Nadu law on University VC appointments


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Girl 'rescued' from Tamil Nadu says cop raped her in UP thana

In a shocking incident, a 16-year-old girl has accused a sub-inspector of rape within the Kadar Chowk police station complex in Budaun, Uttar Pradesh. The girl alleges the assault occurred after she..
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Tamil Nadu custodial death: Sivagangai case handed over to CBI; CM Stalin cites transparency behind the move

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has ordered a CBI investigation into the custodial death of Ajith Kumar, a temple guard who died after being detained for questioning about a jewellery theft. The..
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‘Unjustifiable mistake’: Tamil Nadu CM Stalin condemns custodial death of 29-year-old in Sivaganga, vows action


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Tamil Nadu custodial death: Vijay demands SIT probe, Ajith Kumar beaten with plastic pipes and iron rods- What we all need to know

The death of Ajith Kumar, a temple guard, in police custody in Tamil Nadu has triggered widespread outrage, prompting actor Vijay to demand a special investigation. Evidence presented in court suggests..
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Tamil Nadu: 4 killed in explosion at firecracker factory; injured rushed to hospital

A devastating explosion at a firecracker factory near Sivakasi, Tamil Nadu, has resulted in the tragic loss of at least four lives. Five individuals sustained injuries in the incident and are currently..
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'My marriage has...': Woman commits suicide over dowry abuse, blames husband, in-laws despite giving gold, luxury car

A newlywed woman in Tamil Nadu died by suicide after alleged dowry harassment by her husband and in-laws, despite receiving a lavish dowry.
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50 years of Emergency: EAM Jaishankar blames 1974 deal for fishermen arrests by Sri Lanka; says consequences still visible in Tamil Nadu

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar marked the 50th anniversary of the Emergency by criticizing a controversial 1974 agreement that ceded Katchatheevu island to Sri Lanka, impacting Indian..
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Amit Shah's big take on languages: 'Hindi friend of all'; says 'no opposition to foreign tongues'

Union Home Minister Amit Shah asserted that Hindi is a friend to all Indian languages, advocating for the promotion of one's own language without opposing any foreign tongue. His statement comes amid..
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Show the power of Hindu vote: Tamil Nadu BJP ally at Murugan meet


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