Tamil Nadu Assembly elections

BJP leader arrested in Kerala for allegedly sexually assaulting minor girl in train

He attacked the girl while she was sleeping. The minor girl woke up and cried for help leading to other members of her family waking up.

Apr 23, 2018, 14:44 PM IST

I've support of the people: Rajinikanth rebuffs reports of backing from BJP

Invoking the legacy of MG Ramachandran, Rajinikanth had said on March 5, 2018, that he was confident of giving a good administration in Tamil Nadu like the yesteryear matinee idol.

Mar 20, 2018, 17:33 PM IST

Rajinikanth removes 'superstar' tag from his Twitter handle

Rajinikanth on March 5, 2018, had said that he was confident of giving a good administration in Tamil Nadu.

Mar 08, 2018, 19:41 PM IST

Rajinikanth invokes MGR legacy, says 'I will be able to give good administration' in Tamil Nadu

Rajinikanth had on December 31, 2017, announced he will launch his political party, which will contest all 234 seats in the next Assembly elections. 

Mar 05, 2018, 21:56 PM IST

Rajinikanth unveils MG Ramachandran's statue in Chennai

Rajinikanth had on December 31, 2018, announced he will launch his political party, which will contest all 234 seats in the next Assembly elections in Tamil Nadu.

Mar 05, 2018, 18:17 PM IST

Jayalalithaa's swearing-in: Ardent fan of MGR, auto-driver charges just Re 1 for all rides to celebrate win - WATCH

To celebrate the swearing-in of AIADMK Supremo Jayalalithaa as Chief Minister for the sixth time, an auto driver in Coimbatore on Monday offered his service by taking passengers for one rupee to any place in the city. 

May 24, 2016, 11:54 AM IST

Tamil Nadu Assembly Election 2016: A high-octane contest in southern state

The Tamil Nadu is all set for the high-octane contest in the forthcoming Assembly polls scheduled on May 16 this year. Voting will be held in a single phase for the total 234 Assembly seats in the state. 

May 15, 2016, 16:32 PM IST

Jaya plays sister card, seeks bigger margin in her constituency

Jayalalithaa said she had been earlier elected by the people to defeat "adharma, opportunism," and asked them to repeat the same.

May 06, 2016, 21:53 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections: Did DMK use Rajinikanth's 'Kabali' teaser to target AIADMK, Jayalalithaa over Chennai floods?

After creating a huge buzz on internet and movie circles, Rajinikanth's 'Kabali' teaser is making news in political corridors too!

May 04, 2016, 09:52 AM IST

Assembly elections: Filing of nominations in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry from Friday

Filing of nominations for the May 16 assembly elections in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry would begin from Friday.

Apr 21, 2016, 23:22 PM IST

WATCH: DMDK chief Captain Vijayakanth threatens to slap journalists; video goes viral

Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK) chief Captain Vijayakanth has been caught on camera threatening to slap journalists.

Apr 20, 2016, 22:13 PM IST

Assembly elections: BJP releases list of candidates for Tamil Nadu, Kerala polls - Check names

The BJP on Tuesday released fourth list of candidates for Tamil Nadu assembly elections - to be held on May 16 - apart from one candidate for Kerala.

Apr 19, 2016, 21:27 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Assembly elections: BJP president Amit Shah to introduce party candidates today

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) chief Amit Shah will introduce party candidates for the Tamil Nadu Assembly polls in a public rally in Tiruchirappalli on Wednesday.

Apr 13, 2016, 11:00 AM IST

DMK concludes seat identification for two minor allies

DMK Saturday concluded the seat identification for two of its minor allies, allotting them Perambur and Perambalur (SC) constituencies for the May 16 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections.

Apr 09, 2016, 16:21 PM IST

Where is Vijayakanth? asks PMK's Anbumani Ramadoss

The DMDK has been allotted 124 seats with Vijayakanth declared the chief ministerial candidate and the four-party PWF 110 seats.

Apr 05, 2016, 14:35 PM IST

Tamil Nadu polls: Congress, DMK yet to finalise seat-sharing, says Azad after meeting Karunanidhi

Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Azad will meet DMK chief M Karunanidhi on Friday to discuss seat-sharing for the upcoming Assembly elections in Tamil Nadu.

Mar 25, 2016, 08:29 AM IST

Tamil Nadu polls: Salem traders anounce shut down over checks for cash

Traders in the city on Wednesday announced a shut down on March 25 protesting alleged harassment by election authorities under the guise of carrying out checks to unearth cash meant for poll purpose.

Mar 23, 2016, 13:27 PM IST

No fresh invitation given to Vijaykant by Karunanidhi: MK Stalin

Vijaykant, the actor-turned-politician, had recently announced his party's decision to fight the May 16 state elections alone.

Mar 22, 2016, 18:18 PM IST

Poll panel to use IT applications in coming Assembly elections in Assam, Kerala, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal

Other applications include Matdaan for poll day monitoring at polling station, ELECOM for releasing election news or press release, e-counting, for viewing counting trends and result, SMS Poll Monitoring System, for collection of various types of information through SMS from presiding officer and sector officer.

Mar 19, 2016, 18:45 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Assembly elections: BJP to release manifesto on March 31

The manifesto of BJP for the May 16 Assembly elections in Tamil Nadu would be released on March 31, party National Secretary H Raja said on Tuesday.

Mar 16, 2016, 07:32 AM IST