Annamalai Launches New Political Movement

By BPN News Desk June 5, 2026

South India State News

Former Tamil Nadu BJP president K Annamalai has announced a new political movement after quitting the party, saying it will contest the next general election in Tamil Nadu. K Annamalai Quits BJP Annamalai resigned from the primary membership of the Bharatiya Janata Party, and his resignation

South India State News

Vijay Allots Rajya Sabha Seat To Congress

By BPN News Desk June 4, 2026

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay has allotted the state’s lone vacant Rajya Sabha seat to the Congress, in a move seen as a major political gesture towards strengthening the TVK-Congress alliance. Vijay Gives Rajya Sabha Seat To Congress The decision gives the Congress a chance to send its nominee to the Upper House from Tamil […]

South India State News

Annamalai Party Rumours Grow After TN BJP Exit

By BPN News Desk June 1, 2026

Speculation has intensified in Tamil Nadu political circles that former state BJP president K Annamalai may launch a new political party after being moved out of the state leadership role. The BJP has downplayed the rumours and indicated that he may be given a national-level responsibility. Annamalai Party Rumours Gain Ground Rumours around Annamalai’s political […]

Government Policies National

Centre Clears ToR For Velimalai Hydro Project

By BPN News Desk May 22, 2026

The Centre has granted Terms of Reference clearance for the proposed 1,100 MW Velimalai Pumped Storage Hydro Electric Project in Tamil Nadu’s Kanniyakumari district, allowing the project to move to the detailed environmental study stage. Velimalai Pumped Storage Hydro Project The project has been proposed by the Tamil Nadu Green Energy Corporation Limited and is […]

South India State News

Vijay Expands Tamil Nadu Cabinet With 23 Ministers

By BPN News Desk May 21, 2026

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay expanded his Cabinet on Thursday, inducting 23 new ministers, including two Congress MLAs, in a major political development for the newly formed TVK-led government. Tamil Nadu Cabinet Expansion The swearing-in ceremony was held at Lok Bhavan in Chennai at 10 a.m., where Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar administered the […]

South India State News

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 […]

South India State News

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 […]

South India State News

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

South India State News

TVK May Spring Surprise In Tamil Nadu Polls

By BPN News Desk May 2, 2026

Actor Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam has emerged as one of the most closely watched parties after exit polls indicated a possible surge for the new entrant in the Tamil Nadu Assembly election. While several established parties have rejected exit poll projections, some leaders have admitted that TVK could become a significant force. TVK Surge In […]

International

PM Modi in Malaysia Highlights Tamil Links

By BPN News Desk February 8, 2026

PM Narendra Modi addressed members of the Indian diaspora in Malaysia, highlighting cultural connections and the role of heritage in strengthening international ties. He emphasised the contribution of the Indian community abroad in building relations between countries. PM Modi On Tamil And Cultural Links During the interaction, PM Modi said Tamil language and culture