Tamil Nadu Records Over 84% Polling

By BPN News Desk April 24, 2026

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Tamil Nadu recorded more than 84% polling in the 2026 Assembly election, with the turnout being described as the highest ever in the state’s electoral history. The strong participation gave the election added political weight, with long queues, steady turnout through the day and a clear sign of

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Tamil Nadu Polling Underway For 234 Seats

By BPN News Desk April 23, 2026

Polling is underway across Tamil Nadu on Thursday for all 234 Assembly seats in a single-phase election, with more than 5.7 crore registered voters eligible to cast their ballots. Voting began at 7 am and will continue until 6 pm, while counting is scheduled for May 4. Tamil Nadu Assembly Election 2026 Polling The election […]

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Stalin Burns Delimitation Bill Copy in Protest

By BPN News Desk April 16, 2026

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin staged a public protest against the proposed Delimitation Bill on April 16, calling it a “black law” and accusing the Centre of trying to weaken southern states politically. The protest took place in Namakkal as opposition to the Bill intensified in Tamil Nadu during the election season. Stalin Delimitation […]

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Vijay Unveils TVK Good Governance Agenda

By BPN News Desk April 13, 2026

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam chief Vijay has announced a fresh set of election promises under what he called TVK’s agenda for 21st century good governance, placing artificial intelligence, digital delivery of welfare and time-bound public services at the centre of his pitch ahead of the Tamil Nadu Assembly election. TVK Good Governance Agenda Speaking at a […]

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Annamalai Says He Chose Not To Contest Tamil Nadu Polls

By BPN News Desk April 4, 2026

Former Tamil Nadu BJP chief K Annamalai has said he was not denied a ticket by the party and had himself decided not to contest the upcoming Assembly elections. His clarification came after his absence from the BJP’s first candidate list triggered speculation over seat-sharing tensions within the AIADMK-led alliance. Annamalai Not In BJP Candidate […]

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Sasikala Names New Party Ahead Of Polls

By BPN News Desk March 15, 2026

V.K. Sasikala has formally announced the name of the political outfit she will be associated with ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly election, marking her latest attempt to re-enter the State’s electoral landscape. The party will be known as All India Puratchi Thalaivar Makkal Munnetra Kazhagam, and it is expected to field candidates in […]

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Stalin Expands DMK Alliance Before Polls

By BPN News Desk March 10, 2026

  Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has expanded the DMK-led alliance ahead of the 2026 Assembly election, with the coalition now including more parties as the ruling front works to strengthen its electoral position before the state goes to the polls. DMK Alliance Expansion Ahead Of Tamil Nadu Polls The DMK-led front has grown […]

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Tamil Nadu CM Says Governor Pressure Unprecedented

By BPN News Desk January 25, 2026

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin said he is facing pressure from the state’s Governor R.N. Ravi that he described as unprecedented compared with previous chief ministers’ experiences. Stalin made the remarks during a debate in the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly, criticising the Governor’s conduct and its impact on the elected government. Claims Of Interference […]

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TN CM Challenges Modi Claim On NDA Support

By BPN News Desk January 24, 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi claimed that Tamil Nadu is backing the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) ahead of the state assembly elections and said people are ready to move past the ruling DMK government. He made the statement ahead of a major NDA rally in Maduranthakam near Chennai as part of the alliance’s campaign push. Stalin […]

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Tamil Nadu Government Staff, Teachers to Strike from January 6

By BPN News Desk December 23, 2025

Government employees and teachers across Tamil Nadu have announced an indefinite strike beginning January 6 after talks with the state government failed to yield an agreement. The decision was taken by the Joint Action Council of Tamil Nadu Teachers’ Organisations and Government Employees’ Organisations (JACTO-GEO) following a meeting with state ministers that ended