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Tamil Nadu CM Vijay Demands Fuel Price Hike Rollback

By BPN News Desk May 15, 2026

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has criticised the Centre over the latest petrol and diesel price hike, calling for an immediate rollback and accusing the Union government of increasing fuel rates soon after the conclusion of Assembly elections in five states. Vijay Attacks Centre Over Fuel Price Hike In his first major attack […]

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TASMAC Shuts 150 Outlets In Three Days

By BPN News Desk May 15, 2026

Tamil Nadu’s state-run liquor retailer TASMAC has shut 150 outlets in three days as part of the government’s move to close shops located near schools, colleges, places of worship and bus stands. The action is part of a wider plan to close 717 identified outlets across the State. TASMAC Outlet Closure In Tamil Nadu The […]

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Udhayanidhi Clarifies Sanatana Remarks

By BPN News Desk May 15, 2026

DMK leader and Tamil Nadu Leader of the Opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin has clarified his remarks on Sanatana Dharma after his comments in the Assembly triggered a fresh political controversy. Udhayanidhi Stalin Clarifies Sanatana Stand Udhayanidhi said his comments were directed at what he described as social practices that divide people, and not at any individual’s […]

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VD Satheesan To Be Kerala Chief Minister

By BPN News Desk May 14, 2026

V.D. Satheesan will be the next Chief Minister of Kerala after the Congress leadership ended days of uncertainty over the top post. The decision came after consultations within the party and pressure from United Democratic Front allies following the alliance’s victory in the Assembly election. V.D. Satheesan Chosen As Kerala Chief Minister The Congress high […]

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Vijay Revokes Astrologer’s OSD Appointment

By BPN News Desk May 13, 2026

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has revoked the appointment of astrologer Radhan Pandit Vetrivel as Officer on Special Duty after criticism from allies, opposition parties and political observers. Vijay Astrologer Appointment Row Radhan Pandit Vetrivel had been named as Officer on Special Duty in the Chief Minister’s staff, triggering a political controversy soon

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Tamil Nadu NEET Candidates Upset Over Cancellation

By BPN News Desk May 12, 2026

NEET-UG candidates in Tamil Nadu have expressed anger and disappointment after the medical entrance examination was cancelled, forcing students to prepare for a fresh test after months of pressure and uncertainty. NEET-UG Cancellation Upsets Tamil Nadu Students Several medical aspirants said the cancellation had affected their confidence, especially after they had already

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AIADMK Faction Extends Support To TVK

By BPN News Desk May 12, 2026

A faction of the AIADMK led by C.V. Shanmugam and S.P. Velumani has announced support to Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam-led government in Tamil Nadu, adding a major twist to the state’s post-election politics. AIADMK Faction Backs TVK Government The Shanmugam-Velumani faction said it had decided to support the ruling TVK after […]

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Vijay Orders Closure Of 717 TASMAC Shops

By BPN News Desk May 12, 2026

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has ordered the closure of 717 state-run TASMAC liquor outlets located within 500 metres of places of worship, educational institutions and bus stands across the state. Tamil Nadu TASMAC Liquor Shops To Shut The order directs the Tamil Nadu State Marketing Corporation to close the identified liquor shops […]

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DMK Names Udhayanidhi As Opposition Leader

By BPN News Desk May 11, 2026

The DMK has elected Udhayanidhi Stalin as its legislature party leader, making him the Leader of Opposition in the Tamil Nadu Assembly after the party lost power to Vijay-led Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam. Udhayanidhi Stalin Named Opposition Leader The decision was taken at a meeting of DMK MLAs held at Anna Arivalayam in Chennai. Udhayanidhi, who […]

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Congress Yet To Name Kerala Chief Minister

By BPN News Desk May 11, 2026

The Congress leadership has not yet announced the next Chief Minister of Kerala, keeping political suspense alive after the United Democratic Front secured a strong mandate in the Assembly election. Kerala Chief Minister Decision Awaited KPCC president Sunny Joseph said the final decision on Kerala’s next Chief Minister will be announced by the Congress high […]