Tamil Nadu polls

Kamal Haasan’s MNM crumbles, sees multiple resignations post Tamil Nadu Assembly poll results

ZEE News has learnt that Haasan had asked members of his party’s Central Governing Body (CGB) to tender their resignations from the respective posts they held (not from the primary membership of the party), following which they obliged.

May 07, 2021, 06:32 AM IST

Arvind Kejriwal congratulates MK Stalin for 'resounding victory' in Tamil Nadu

Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal wished MK Stalin a successful tenure and the very best in fulfilling the aspirations of the people of Tamil Nadu.

May 02, 2021, 15:19 PM IST

AIADMK seeks disqualification of DMK Chief MK Stalin, son Udhayanidhi over bribery allegations

Apart from Stalin, the ruling AIADMK also urged ECI to to cancel the candidature of other top DMK leaders including party's General Secretary Durai Murugan.

Apr 05, 2021, 16:24 PM IST

Even if AIADMK wins one seat, it would be BJP's victory: M K Stalin in Kancheepuram

Reiterating his allegation of corruption against Chief Minister K Palaniswami, the DMK chief claimed that the AIADMK is a 'branch' of the BJP.

Mar 21, 2021, 16:24 PM IST

Unaccounted cash of Rs 3.21 crore seized in Tamil Nadu's Srivilliputhur constituency

Elections to the 234-member Tamil Nadu assembly will be held on April 6 and the counting of votes will take place on May 2.

Mar 18, 2021, 06:42 AM IST

Tamil Nadu Assembly Polls: DMK announce candidates for 173 seats, MK Stalin to fight from Kolathur

The DMK hopes to stage a comeback in the polls after a ten-year stint in opposition. Nearly half of the 173 nominees are sitting MLAs and the DMK would be locked in direct contest with arch-rival AIADMK in over 100 seats.

Mar 12, 2021, 22:27 PM IST

Veteran actor Senthil joins BJP ahead of Tamil Nadu Assembly election

Senthil has acted with all major Tamil stars and is known across generations for his comedy roles as a part of the hit duo Goundamani-Senthil. He, however, hasn't been very active in the cinema industry in recent years. 

Mar 11, 2021, 17:06 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Assembly Polls: Hand gloves for voters, PPEs for COVID-19 infected

In case of people infected with COVID-19 or suspected of being infected with the virus, they would be permitted to cast their votes wearing a PPE kit that would be provided by authorities. There are 76 counting centres in the state.

Mar 08, 2021, 19:39 PM IST

Rajinikanth not to contest Lok Sabha election, says will focus on Tamil Nadu polls

Rajinikanth had announced his decision to make a foray into politics in 2017, amid much cheer and fanfare. 

Feb 17, 2019, 11:37 AM IST

Kamal Haasan takes the political plunge, to float own party by September-end

Tamil Nadu has traditionally been a state where leading film actors transformed into leading mainstream politicians. This includes J Jayalalithaa, M G Ramachandran, and Vijayakanth.

Sep 15, 2017, 11:23 AM IST

Madras HC orders local body polls before November 17

The Madras High Court on Monday ordered the conduct of polls for local bodies in Tamil Nadu before November 17 this year.

Sep 04, 2017, 14:04 PM IST

Madras HC orders local body polls before November 17

The Madras High Court on Monday ordered the conduct of polls for local bodies in Tamil Nadu before November 17 this year.

Sep 04, 2017, 14:04 PM IST

TN polls: Filing of nomimation for Thanjavur, Aravakurichi Assembly seats from today

The filing of nomination for Thanjavur, Aravakurichi, Thiruparankundram Assembly constituencies in Tamil Nadu begins today.

Oct 26, 2016, 10:05 AM IST

Ex-president Abdul Kalam's kin wants Tamil Nadu to vote for BJP

Had it not been for the BJP, Kalam wouldn't have been the president, Saleem said. 

May 16, 2016, 17:23 PM IST

Polling for Tamil Nadu assembly begins

Over one lakh security personnel have been deployed to ensure peaceful elections.

May 16, 2016, 07:46 AM IST

Polling in Tamil Nadu's Thanjavur constituency deferred from May 16 to 23

Earlier, the EC had postponed the polling in Aravakurichi Constituency on from May16 to 23 in the wake of the distribution of money and gift items.

May 15, 2016, 23:42 PM 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

Voters summoned for accepting cash for votes

The summons were issued under Section 160 of the People's Representation Act, 1951, district Superintendent of Police Vijayendra S Bidari said.

May 14, 2016, 19:05 PM IST

'553 crorepatis, 283 with declared criminal cases in Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections'

A total of 94 candidates out of the 343 analysed have not declared their PAN details, while 204 have not declared income tax details.

May 10, 2016, 20:15 PM IST

10 million people to pledge for ethical voting today in Tamil Nadu

The Election Commission has organised mass pledge taking events for over 10 million voters Tuesday to promote ethical voting in Tamil Nadu.

May 10, 2016, 09:41 AM IST