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BJP's losing streak will continue unless it respects state's sentiment: Tamil Nadu CM Stalin
DMK candidate Anniyur Siva is set for a resounding victory in the Vikravandi by-election in Tamil Nadu. Chief Minister MK Stalin highlighted DMK's focus on state development and criticised the BJP for failing to respect Tamil Nadu's sentiments. Stalin expressed gratitude to Vikravandi voters as Siva leads by 58,785 votes. Stalin emphasied the INDIA alliance's strong performance in recent elections and accusing the BJP of resorting to false propaganda.
MGM Healthcare promoter acquires Vizag's SevenHills Hospital under IBC
The Amravati bench at Mangalagiri of the National Company Law Tribunal approved a ₹171 crore resolution plan against ₹1,361.89 crore admitted claims from creditors, employees, and others. The secured creditors admitted claim was ₹1,273 crore.
Armstrong killing: Chennai police detain BSP protesters for obstructing traffic
After BSP leader K Armstrong's tragic murder near his Chennai home, BSP workers protested outside the hospital where his body was autopsied, demanding a CBI inquiry and CM Stalin's resignation. The protest caused traffic chaos, leading to several detentions by Chennai Police. BSP chief Mayawati plans to visit Chennai, urging peace and immediate government action. Meanwhile, CM Stalin assured swift justice for the suspects arrested in the case, expressing condolences to Armstrong's family and supporters.
CM Stalin calls BSP leader's murder 'deeply saddening,' orders swift justice
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin expressed grief over the assassination of the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) leader, Mr. Armstrong, by unidentified men near his residence in Perambur, Chennai. He ordered the police to conduct the case expeditiously and bring the culprits to justice. Eight suspects have been arrested and a special team has been formed to investigate the murder.
BSP leader's killing: Party supremo Mayawati to visit Chennai tomorrow; appeals for peace
BSP Tamil Nadu head K Armstrong was murdered near Perambur residence. Mayawati will visit Chennai, urging action. Chennai police arrested eight suspects; CM MK Stalin conveyed condolences, ordered expedited probe. BSP workers gathered at Rajiv Gandhi Hospital mortuary, staged road roko and sit-in protests on Poonamallee High Road, demanding CBI probe.
Rahul Gandhi "deeply shocked" at BSP leader's "abhorrent" killing, confident TN govt "will ensure culprits brought to justice"
Congress MP Rahul Gandhi expressed deep shock over the brutal killing of K Armstrong, the Tamil Nadu Chief of the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP), near his residence in Chennai. He extended heartfelt condolences to Armstrong's family, friends, and followers, emphasizing that Tamil Nadu Congress leaders are in close contact with the state government to ensure swift justice for the culprits. Meanwhile, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin also condemned the assassination, assuring expedited police action to bring the perpetrators to justice. BSP Chief Mayawati strongly condemned the killing, urging the state government to swiftly punish those responsible.
Palaniswami slams CM MK Stalin over killing of AIADMK office-bearer
Expressing shock over the killing of a party functionary and seeking immediate action to bring to justice the perpetrators of the crime, AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami on Sunday slammed Chief Minister M K Stalin over law and order in the state. It is an irony that Chief Minister Stalin is boasting of excellent law and order maintenance while people are always 'in fear,' be it day or night, Palaniswami, the leader of opposition claimed.
Unanimous assembly resolution by Tamil Nadu to scrap NEET
The Tamil Nadu assembly passed a resolution against the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test, urging the Union government to scrap it. The resolution called for state governments to allow medical admissions based on class 12 marks, as before NEET was introduced. The resolution also urged the Union government to approve a 2022 bill seeking exemption from NEET for state students.
Tamil Nadu Assembly passes resolution to scrap NEET amid controversy
The Tamil Nadu Assembly unanimously passed a resolution urging the union government to scrap the National Eligibility and Entrance Test (NEET) and allow state governments to conduct medical admissions based on class 12 marks. This resolution, introduced by Chief Minister MK Stalin, follows uproar over a paper leak in the NEET-UG 2024 exam and the postponement of NEET-PG 2024. Regional parties like Manithaneya Makkal Katchi, Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, and the Communist Party of India (Marxist) supported the resolution.
Tamil Nadu assembly adopts resolution for Centre to take up caste-wise census
The Tamil Nadu assembly passed a resolution urging the Centre to conduct a caste-based census, along with the pending population census since 2021. The resolution, introduced by Chief Minister MK Stalin, emphasized the importance of a caste-based census for ensuring equal rights and opportunities in education, economy, and employment.
Tamil Nadu Assembly Speaker Appavu suspends AIADMK MLAs for a day over ruckus on hooch tragedy
Speaker M Appavu suspended AIADMK MLAs for one day in Tamil Nadu Assembly amid ruckus over Kallakurichi hooch tragedy discussion. Speaker Appavu acted on DMK Minister Nehru's request but CM Stalin intervened for only one day suspension. He criticised AIADMK's disruptive behavior. The Death toll in hooch tragedy rose to 59.
Congress, INDIA bloc leaders hail Rahul Gandhi on birthday
Birthday wishes poured in for Rahul Gandhi as he turned 54 on Wednesday. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge said that his qualities of unwavering commitment to the values espoused in the Constitution and his emphatic compassion for the millions of unheard voices set him apart. Gandhi, a former Congress president and MP from Rae Bareli, has instructed all Congress workers to avoid any grand celebrations, and instead celebrate this occasion by engaging in humanitarian efforts and charity.
Kanimozhi named parliamentary party leader of DMK
Tamil Nadu Congress Party (DMK) MP Kanimozhi has been appointed as the parliamentary party leader, above the party's floor leader in both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha. The appointment is seen as an attempt by the first family of Tamil Nadu to maintain the key post, while party leaders claim she has been awarded for her active campaigning during the Lok Sabha polls. Kanimozhi, a poet and writer, entered politics in 2007 after the death of Murasoli Maran and was seen as an envoy of her father and then DMK chief and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Karunanidhi.
The ANC party that freed South Africa from apartheid loses its 30-year majority
With nearly 99% of votes counted, the once-dominant ANC had received just over 40% in the election on Wednesday, well short of the majority it had held since the famed all-race vote of 1994 that ended apartheid and brought it to power under Nelson Mandela. The final results are still to be formally declared by the independent electoral commission that ran the election.
Jacob Zuma's party emerges big winner in South Africa
MK is not going to win the election and is unlikely to be a coalition partner, analysts say, while Zuma is barred from standing for parliament because of a conviction for contempt of court. But the party, which advocates nationalising land and banks and scrapping the constitution, is on course to unseat the ANC in KwaZulu-Natal, Zuma's home region. With results from about 70% of polling stations in, MK was in third place on Friday with 12.6% of votes. The ANC had 41.5%, down from 57.5% in the last 2019 election.
Culture of drugs, violence no different from DMK culture, says BJP's Tamilisai Soundararajan
BJP's Tamilisai Soundararajan accused ruling DMK in Tamil Nadu of promoting drug culture and violence. Soundararajan claimed DMK members are involved in drug peddling and criticized the government's inaction. She highlighted instances of weapons found in public places, linking it to the alleged nexus between DMK, police, and drug peddlers.
A storm will come & eject Modi govt, says Rahul Gandhi
Gandhi said Modi was insulting and attacking the culture, history and language of Tamil people. "Nobody cares if you like dosa or vada, we care if you like the Tamil language," he said. "We care whether you respect Tamil history and we care about what you are doing for the future of this country and Tamil Nadu. My elder brother Stalin said that the biggest scam in the world is the electoral bonds scam... This is the single biggest act of corruption done by anybody in the world. And Mr Modi calls it 'cleaning politics.'"
CAA repeal, more autonomy to states, annulling Article 361 in DMK manifesto
The party has fielded Dayanidhi Maran from Central Chennai, Kanimozhi from Thoothukudi, TR Balu from Sriperumbudur and A Raja from Nilgiri. Out of 39 seats, the party has announced candidates for 21 constituencies, leaving nine for Congress and remaining for other allies.
DMK newspaper ad shows 'China rocket': PM Modi slams party, says 'insulted scientists'
A controversial newspaper ad in Tamil Nadu, featuring Modi and Stalin with a rocket displaying a Chinese flag, sparks debate. PM Modi condemned it, accusing DMK of disrespecting Indian scientists. Modi also accused DMK and Congress of dividing the nation, vowing BJP's commitment to Tamil Nadu's development.
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