DMK Says It Won’t Fear Vijay’s Criticism

By BPN News Desk September 14, 2025

South India State News

The DMK has responded to remarks by actor-politician Vijay, saying the party is not afraid of his criticism or political campaign. A DMK spokesperson said that opposition voices are part of democracy and that DMK will continue its work without being intimidated. Context of the Remarks Vijay,

Economy National

GST Reforms Must Safeguard State Revenues, Says Stalin

By BPN News Desk August 29, 2025

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin cautioned that Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms cannot genuinely benefit the public unless they protect states’ revenues. He stressed that financial security for states is essential even as the Centre moves ahead with rate rationalisation. States Unite Ahead Of Council Meet Stalin’s remarks came as eight opposition-ruled

South India State News

US Tariffs Deal ₹3,000 Cr Blow to Tamil Nadu Exports

By BPN News Desk August 28, 2025

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin said the U.S. decision to impose a 50% tariff on Indian goods has severely affected the state’s exports. He estimated that the textile hub of Tiruppur alone faces losses of around ₹3,000 crore, and thousands of jobs are at risk as orders dry up and production slows. Leather Sector […]

National Politics

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin Joins Voter Adhikar Yatra

By BPN News Desk August 27, 2025

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin joined the Indian National Congress’s Voter Adhikar Yatra in Bihar, led by Rahul Gandhi. Stalin was accompanied by DMK MP Kanimozhi and was welcomed by local leaders including Lalu Prasad Yadav. Strong Message Delivered On arrival, Stalin said: “Touchdown Bihar. The land of respected Lalu Prasad Ji greets me […]

South India State News

SC Allows Stalin’s Name in Tamil Nadu Scheme

By BPN News Desk August 6, 2025

The Supreme Court has overturned a previous order by the Madras High Court that restricted the Tamil Nadu government from using the name and image of Chief Minister M.K. Stalin in state-run welfare schemes. The apex court ruled that there is no legal basis to prevent such naming, allowing the continuation of the “Ungaludan Stalin” […]

Law & Order National

SC Faults TN for Naming 2,000 Accused in Jobs Scam

By BPN News Desk July 30, 2025

On July 29, 2025, the Supreme Court sharply criticized the Tamil Nadu government for implicating over 2,000 individuals in the alleged cash-for-jobs scam linked to former minister V. Senthil Balaji. The court described this as a deliberate attempt to delay the trial indefinitely—a “complete fraud on the judicial system.” Allegations of Deliberate Delay A bench

South India State News

PM Modi Modi to Launch ₹4,800cr Projects in Tamil Nadu

By BPN News Desk July 25, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Tamil Nadu on July 26 and 27, 2025. He will oversee the launch and inauguration of multiple development projects worth over ₹4,800 crore, all designed to boost regional infrastructure and connectivity. Mega Infrastructure Projects in Tuticorin On July 26 at Tuticorin, the Prime Minister will inaugurate: A ₹450 […]

South India State News

Diesel Train Fire Disrupts Services Near Tiruvallur

By BPN News Desk July 13, 2025

A diesel-laden goods train caught fire near Tiruvallur in Tamil Nadu early Sunday morning, causing major disruptions to rail services on the Chennai–Arakkonam route. The incident occurred around 5:30 am, prompting immediate action from fire services and railway authorities. Fire Contained, No Casualties Reported Officials confirmed that the fire broke out in one of the

South India State News

Vijay Leads Protest Over Custodial Death in Tamil Nadu

By BPN News Desk July 13, 2025

Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) chief and actor-politician Vijay led a large protest in Chennai today, demanding justice for Ajith Kumar, a private security guard who died in police custody in Sivagangai district. The demonstration, Vijay’s first major political rally, drew attention to alleged custodial violence in Tamil Nadu. Vijay Criticises State Government At the

South India State News

Tamil Nadu Appeals to Supreme Court Over Governor’s Withholding of Assent

By BPN News Desk February 5, 2025

The Tamil Nadu government has petitioned the Supreme Court, contending that a Governor’s refusal to assent to a bill re-adopted by the State Assembly undermines democratic principles. The state emphasized that the Governor is constitutionally obligated to grant assent to such bills. Governor’s Role in Legislative Process According to Article 200 of the Indian