Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay has rejected the DMK's demand for an all-party meeting to discuss the Cauvery water dispute, stating he is ready to face any insults amid the ongoing face-off with Udhayanidhi.
Udhayanidhi Stalin was arrested and subsequently released on station bail after making controversial remarks about Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay. The arrest sparked a political flare-up between the TVK and DMK parties.
Kangana Ranaut and Khushbu Sundar have strongly disapproved of Udhayanidhi Stalin's recent comments, which led to his arrest and subsequent bail, with his remarks arising during a DMK protest about water disputes.
PoliticsTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-express+1ndtv7d ago4 sources
Udhayanidhi Stalin was detained from his Chennai residence following alleged offensive remarks made about actor Trisha, sparking protests from the DMK. Stalin denied mentioning Trisha and stated he is not afraid of arrest.
Vijay's TVK party has strongly criticized Udhayanidhi Stalin for a 'Trisha' reference, with the Tamil Nadu BJP chief spokesperson calling for the DMK leader's imprisonment.
Udhayanidhi Stalin made a personal dig at actor Vijay, referring to his wife searching for him, which prompted a strong response from Vijay's political party, TVK.
Udhayanidhi Stalin has issued a clarification regarding his controversial remarks on Sanatan Dharma, citing the caste system as a basis for his comments. This clarification came after a TVK minister requested him to elaborate on his statements.
Udhayanidhi Stalin, seen as a potential successor, is taking on a new role and facing a test as Leader of the Opposition, with actor Vijay as a target and the AIADMK party on his side.
Prime Minister Modi's BJP party secured a historic victory in the West Bengal state election, gaining control of the state and ending the Trinamool Congress's long-standing rule.
The Madras High Court has issued notices on a writ petition filed by a voter from Chennai's Chepauk–Triplicane Assembly constituency concerning the assets of Udhayanidhi Stalin.
DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin filed his nomination for the April 23 assembly polls, declaring assets worth ₹20.64 crore in his affidavit, approximately three times more than his father's declared assets.
PoliticsTimes of Indiahindustan-times4mo ago2 sources
The DMK party has released its candidate list for 164 seats in the upcoming Tamil Nadu elections, with Chief Minister M. K. Stalin set to contest from Kolathur.
Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin distributed welfare aid worth ₹100.49 crore in Tirupattur and inaugurated 11 completed projects, emphasizing the government's priority of achieving zero school dropout rates.
Udhayanidhi Stalin has accused the Union government of misleading the people of Tamil Nadu regarding the promotion of the Tamil language, citing a significant disparity in funding compared to Sanskrit over the past decade.
An Indian newspaper discusses how a 'same old sexist playbook' continues to dominate politics across various party lines, citing examples from Udhayanidhi to the BJP.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has accused the TVK party of intimidating Udhayanidhi, suggesting they do not want him to attend the upcoming assembly session.
M.K. Stalin has instructed DMK cadres to be ready for potential early elections, while also intensifying criticism against Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay. This comes as 5,000 leaders reportedly joined the DMK, signaling a heightened political climate.
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.
TVK MLA VMS Mustafa has endorsed DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin's controversial remark to 'abolish Sanatan,' stating his party also aligns with the ideals of Periyar and Ambedkar.
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Popular actor Vijay has been sworn in as the new Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, promising a new beginning for the state. His inauguration, marked by a "star-style" oath and a distinctive suit, has garnered widespread attention and sparked discussions about his new administration and a state song controversy.
India's Income-Tax Department has issued a preliminary report stating that an investment of ₹7.3-crore by Udhayanidhi Stalin in Red Giant Movies was missing from his poll affidavit.
Udhayanidhi Stalin, a third-generation leader of the DMK, has quickly transitioned from an acting career to a prominent political role, becoming the Deputy Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu.
Leaders in Tamil Nadu, including Udhayanidhi Stalin and Chief Minister M K Stalin, are actively campaigning for the upcoming Assembly elections, with Udhayanidhi launching his campaign in Mannargudi.
The Delhi Vidhan Sabha was evacuated after receiving an email bomb threat claiming 16 RDX-laden IEDs were planted with a planned explosion, prompting immediate security deployment.
The building has been constructed at a cost of ₹32.32 crore, with a total built-up area of 66,658 square feet, consisting of a ground floor and two upper floors. The building is equipped with 100 beds
Udhayanidhi Stalin has stated that 'many want Stalin to lead' amidst an ongoing opposition leadership row, signaling support for his father, M.K. Stalin.
An opinion piece suggests that the arrest saga involving Vijay's Udhayanidhi might not be a political misstep, drawing parallels to strategies employed by Jayalalithaa.
Opposition leaders have condemned the arrest of Udhayanidhi Stalin, labeling it unwarranted and a diversion from government failures, leading to widespread protests by DMK cadres across Tamil Nadu.
Actor and BJP leader Khushbu Sundar has criticized Udhayanidhi Stalin's alleged double entendre remark concerning actress Trisha, speaking exclusively to NDTV on the controversy.
PoliticsTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-express+1ndtv6d ago4 sources
Udhayanidhi Stalin was released after his arrest for a controversial remark, with the Madras High Court ordering his immediate release. He has since rejected allegations regarding his comments and criticized Vijay's TVK party, stating his words had only one meaning.
M.K. Stalin, the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, reacted to actor-politician Vijay's taunt directed at his son, Udhayanidhi Stalin, regarding his father's presence in the assembly.
PoliticsTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-express+1ndtv2mo ago4 sources
K Annamalai has resigned from the BJP after the Tamil Nadu elections, citing a 'great conflict' between his identity as a BJP person and a Tamilian, and has announced a new political movement. Following his exit, the Tamil Nadu BJP Vice President and 15 other senior leaders also resigned from the party.
The rift between the DMK and Congress has deepened after Udhayanidhi Stalin accused the Congress of betrayal, calling its actions a 'stab in the back'.
PoliticsTimes of Indiahindustan-times3mo ago2 sources
Tamil Nadu minister Udhayanidhi Stalin reiterated his controversial stance on Sanatana Dharma, stating it should be abolished, during a session in the state assembly. This marks a continued push for his views on the ancient Hindu tradition.
Udhayanidhi Stalin has been elected as the leader of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) legislature party. This decision was made by the party's members.
The Madras High Court has issued notices to the Income Tax department and the Centre regarding alleged discrepancies in Tamil Nadu Deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin's election affidavit.
Actor Vijay's unreleased film 'Jananayagan' has leaked online, prompting his TVK party to blame Union minister L Murugan and Tamil Nadu's deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin for the incident. The production house has filed a complaint seeking a forensic investigation.
Udhayanidhi Stalin has launched the DMK campaign in Kancheepuram, focusing on women voters and defending the party's governance record ahead of the Tamil Nadu polls.
Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin stated that the principles of Dravidian ideology and Islam are fundamentally the same, asserting that no conspiracies can break the relationship between the ruling DMK and the Muslim community.
The facilities included marriage halls, a playground, and a library built with funds from the Local Area Development Scheme and Ward Development Scheme