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The Tamil Nadu government, led by CM Vijay, has announced an expansion of maternity leave for women employees, increasing it from 12 weeks to 365 days for the birth of a third child. This policy change aims to provide extended support to mothers in the state.
The Tamil Nadu government has announced an increase in procurement incentives for paddy and sugarcane farmers.
The Tamil Nadu government announced plans to implement a real-time mineral monitoring system aimed at curbing illegal mining activities within the state.
The Madras High Court has struck down the Tamil Nadu government's order granting compassionate jobs to the families of victims from the Karur stampede. This decision overturns a previous directive regarding employment for those affected by the tragedy.
The Tamil Nadu government has officially renamed its flagship Chief Minister’s Breakfast Scheme to the 'Perunthalaivar Kamarajar Breakfast Scheme' in honor of the former Chief Minister.
A 36-year-old government bus driver in Tamil Nadu was arrested near Coimbatore for allegedly sexually harassing a four-year-old girl.
The Tamil Nadu government has moved the Supreme Court to challenge a Madras High Court order banning cow slaughter. This legal action seeks to overturn the previous ruling on the controversial issue.
The Tamil Nadu government's decision to appoint a special representative to Delhi has triggered sharp criticism. This appointment has become a point of contention and debate.
The Tamil Nadu government reiterated its unchanged position regarding the Mullaperiyar Dam, stating it would oppose any move by Kerala to push for the construction of a new dam.
MK Stalin has publicly questioned the stability of the newly formed TVK-led government in Tamil Nadu, expressing doubts that it will last even three months. His remarks highlight political uncertainty surrounding the new administration.
The AIADMK chief has strongly criticized the Tamil Nadu government's crop loan waiver scheme, labeling it as "scientific deception." This statement highlights political opposition to the state's agricultural policy.
The Congress party has definitively stated that the AIADMK will not be joining the government in Tamil Nadu.
The Congress party has cautioned actor Vijay against inducting rebel AIADMK MLAs into the Tamil Nadu government. Congress MP Karti Chidambaram stated that such a move would significantly erode public goodwill.
Astrologer Rickey Radhan Pandit Vettrivel has been removed from his position as Officer on Special Duty (OSD) by the Tamil Nadu government. The removal comes amidst an unspecified controversy surrounding the astrologer.
Actor-turned-politician Vijay was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, officially marking his transition from cinema to state leadership. His swearing-in ceremony and initial days in office were met with both public celebration and political controversies, including a dispute over the rendition of 'Vande Mataram'.
Discussions are underway regarding the formation of the government in Tamil Nadu, with the DMK considering whether to support the AIADMK. DMK leader MK Stalin is expected to make the final decision amidst reports of a Deputy Chief Minister offer.
Actor Vijay has been elected as the legislative party leader of his party, TVK, in Tamil Nadu and is expected to meet the state governor regarding government formation. The Congress party is also considering offering support to TVK amidst the close election results.
The Madras High Court has directed the Tamil Nadu government to investigate a complaint regarding the alleged wrong classification of the Mutharaiyar community.
Justice D. Bharatha Chakravarthy, however, directs Tamil Nadu government to publish on its website the details regarding doctors on bond service and their places of posting
The Tamil Nadu government has established a Waqf Tribunal in Coimbatore, a judicial body responsible for resolving disputes related to Waqf properties.
The Tamil Nadu Government Doctors' Association (TNGDA) has urged authorities to drop the move to redeploy doctor posts for psychology faculty positions.
The judge makes the suggestion after the Madurai Collector tenders an apology. He says the court order allowing the lighting of the deepam atop the Thirupparankundram hill was frustrated by the…
The Tamil Nadu government has streamlined the registration process for private hospitals, aiming to ease administrative burdens and potentially encourage more private healthcare facilities.
The Supreme Court of India has reprimanded the Tamil Nadu government for promising free electricity to all consumers, raising concerns about 'freebie' politics and its financial implications.
The Tamil Nadu health minister announced 115 new initiatives and reforms for 2026-2027 in the Legislative Assembly, including elderly insurance, a new medicity, and plans to enact a Public Health Act.
The Tamil Nadu government has announced plans to incorporate artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies into its agricultural budget to provide real-time assistance to farmers.
India's Supreme Court has agreed to examine a Madras High Court order concerning the Karthigai Deepam festival near a dargah. The bench also questioned the Tamil Nadu government about the delay in pursuing the appeal.
The Madras High Court has directed the Tamil Nadu government to form a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the death of a pregnant woman. The court also ordered the Director of Medical Education to constitute a 'Neutral Medical Board' within 24 hours, explicitly excluding doctors who conducted the initial postmortem.
A DMK MP stated that the Centre has not yet received a formal request from the Tamil Nadu government to change the proposed site for the new greenfield airport at Parandur in Kancheepuram district.
The Supreme Court has stayed the Madras High Court's blanket ban on cow and calf slaughter in Tamil Nadu. This decision is seen as a win for the Tamil Nadu government.
The Vijay-led Tamil Nadu government has moved the Supreme Court to challenge the Madras High Court's ban on cow slaughter, including during Bakrid. The state argues that the ban contradicts existing state laws.
The Tamil Nadu government has moved the Supreme Court to challenge a High Court order regarding the lighting of Karthigai Deepam on a hill in Madurai. The dispute involves issues of faith, property rights, and public order.
The Tamil Nadu government has simplified the process for obtaining high-rise building permissions, eliminating multiple layers of recommendations and final government approval to reduce project delays for developers.
The Supreme Court of India has ordered the Tamil Nadu government to prepare a time-bound action plan within a month to evict thousands of encroachers from the Agasthyamalai biodiversity hotspot. The court also mandated disciplinary and legal action against officials who facilitated unlawful infrastructure in forest areas, warning of paramilitary deployment if state authorities fail to enforce the order.
Opposition leaders Udhayanidhi Stalin and Edappadi K Palaniswami have criticized the Tamil Nadu government for a surge in crime, citing recent murders and sexual offenses and questioning the administration's effectiveness.
The Mekedatu Dam dispute has emerged as the initial political challenge for Vijay's government in Tamil Nadu, following Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar's announcement to submit a revised project report.
The Tamil Nadu government has directed all TASMAC outlets to strictly enforce the 21-year age limit for liquor sales, following the closure of 700 shops.
Indian actor-turned-politician Vijay has appointed his personal astrologer, Radhan Pandit Vetrivel, as an Officer on Special Duty (OSD) to the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister. This appointment has reportedly raised eyebrows within political circles, particularly in the Congress camp.
TVK leader Vijay has filed a plea in the Supreme Court, requesting a directive for the Tamil Nadu Governor to invite his party to form the new government. This comes as the Governor's office reportedly awaits proof of majority from TVK.
The formation of the government in Tamil Nadu faces uncertainty as Vijay's TVK party struggles to secure a majority, leading to speculation about potential alliances or fresh elections. Rival parties AIADMK and DMK are reportedly moving MLAs to resorts amid the political deadlock.
The Tamil Nadu government has amended its maternity leave rules, now allowing 365 days of leave for an additional delivery, even if a married woman government servant already has two surviving children born as twins in her first delivery.
The Madras High Court was informed that the Tamil Nadu Government has permitted Nadigar Sangam office-bearers to continue in office without elections, granting the artistes association an exemption from Section 15(4) of the Tamil Nadu Societies Registration Act, 1975.
Tamil Nadu's Home Secretary has stated that the state government is taking firm action against crimes targeting women and children.
The Tamil Nadu government has formulated Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for engaging senior counsels to represent it in the Supreme Court.
An NGO is urging the Tamil Nadu government to make environmental clearance mandatory for large-scale solar projects, citing concerns over their encroachment on agricultural and grazing lands, which has led to protests.
The Tamil Nadu government has simplified the processing of planning permission applications in notified Hill Area Conservation Authority (HACA) areas.
Opposition parties AIADMK and BJP have slammed the Tamil Nadu government following the arrest of six individuals linked to terrorism, accusing the ruling DMK of failing to ensure state security.
The Tamil Nadu government, led by Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, has completed 100 days in office, showcasing its achievements in women's safety measures and welfare initiatives. The administration emphasized transformative milestones during this period.
The Tamil Nadu government has pledged to secure its rightful share in inter-state river water disputes, emphasizing its commitment to the state's water resources.
The Vijay government in Tamil Nadu is considering a proposal to include weekly chicken biryani in school meal programs, while also criticizing the Union government for withholding educational funds.
An AIADMK leader has criticized the Tamil Nadu government regarding an 'undeclared holiday' associated with the release of the film 'Jana Nayagan'.
The Supreme Court of India has upheld a 2011 Madras High Court order that affirmed the Tamil Nadu government's notification declaring the Segur Plateau Elephant Corridor, effectively removing commercial activity from the area.
Tamil Nadu government, led by Chief Minister Vijay, secures a Supreme Court stay against the Madras High Court's cow slaughter ban order.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay has issued a new directive stating that all future government buses purchased in the state will be equipped with air-conditioning, according to Transport Minister Vijay Tamilan Parthiban.
The C Joseph Vijay-led state government of Tamil Nadu has approached the Supreme Court, filing a petition against a High Court order related to the Deepam Row.
The Tamil Nadu government has made physical education mandatory for students from classes 6 to 12.
The Tamil Nadu government has invoked the Goondas Act against two men accused in the murder of a 10-year-old girl, aiming for swift justice.
The long-standing Cauvery river water dispute is set to test the alliance between the TVK and Congress parties, as the Tamil Nadu government opposes Karnataka’s move to build the Mekedatu dam.
The Congress party has rejoined the Tamil Nadu government after 59 years, with two of its MLAs being inducted into Chief Minister Vijay's expanded cabinet. This marks a significant political development in the state.
Chief Minister Vijay's government successfully passed a floor test in the Tamil Nadu Assembly, securing the trust vote with support from 144 MLAs. The vote highlighted a significant split within the AIADMK party, as 25 rebel MLAs cross-voted against their party line.
The Tamil Nadu government has ordered the creation of a 'Singappen Special Task Force,' a dedicated police wing aimed at enhancing women's safety. This special unit will operate under the direct supervision of the Chief Minister.
Actor Vijay's TVK party has successfully secured the required majority, including support from other parties like IUML, to form the government in Tamil Nadu. This development follows an initial impasse and multiple meetings with the state Governor.
Political parties in Tamil Nadu are engaged in intense discussions regarding the formation of a government by actor Vijay's TVK party. The Congress party has offered conditional support, requiring no communal forces in the alliance, while AIADMK has ruled out backing TVK.
Sri Lanka's Cabinet Minister Bimal Rathnayake announced the country's readiness to welcome and support refugees from India, urging the Indian and Tamil Nadu governments to avoid using them as a 'political propaganda tool'.
The Tamil Nadu government has announced a ₹2 per unit power subsidy for eateries that switch to induction stoves, aiming to promote energy efficiency and reduce reliance on traditional cooking methods.
The MDMK general secretary had filed a writ in Madurai Bench of Madras High Court praying for eradication of the ‘karuvelam trees’
The Tamil Nadu government has amended its Private Schools (Regulation) Rules, 2023, to include clauses that restrict private schools from conducting political, ideological, or communal events by external entities.
In a significant pre-election welfare initiative, the Tamil Nadu government has disbursed cash assistance ranging from Rs 3,200 to Rs 8,000 to nearly 40 lakh beneficiaries across the state.
The Madras High Court has dismissed the Tamil Nadu government's appeal against the acquittal of nine aides of forest brigand Veerappan in the 2000 Kannada actor Rajkumar abduction case. A trial court
The Tamil Nadu government announced the retrieval of approximately 8,100 acres of land belonging to 1,055 temples.