Chennai, May 28 Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leader and Tamil Nadu Minister Aadhav Arjuna on Thursday claimed that nearly 90 per cent of AIADMK functionaries and grassroots cadres were prepared to join the ruling TVK, signalling what he described as a major political realignment in the State. He made the remarks while addressing a merger […]
Former AIADMK Minister Vellamandi Natarajan Joins TVK, Sparks Fresh Defection Row
Vellamandi Natarajan with TVK general secretary and Minister N. Anand Chennai, May 28 In a significant political setback for the AIADMK, former Tamil Nadu Tourism Minister and senior party leader Vellamandi Natarajan on Thursday joined the ruling Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), further intensifying the political churn within the opposition party and fuelling fresh allegations of […]
Satheesan outlines aviation-driven growth vision, vows steps to curb Kerala brain drain
Kochi, May 24: Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan on Sunday unveiled an ambitious roadmap for Kerala’s future development, stating that the government aims to transform the state into a leading aviation hub in Asia while addressing the growing concern of brain drain by creating better opportunities for young people. Speaking at a civic reception organised for […]
Youth Groups Stage ‘Cockroach’ Protests in Coimbatore, Madurai Over Unemployment and Exam Concerns
Coimbatore, May 24:Youth organisations organised unusual but attention-grabbing protests in Madurai and Coimbatore on Sunday under the banner “Cockroach”, highlighting concerns over unemployment, alleged irregularities in competitive examinations, rising fuel prices and corruption. The demonstrations, organised by the Democratic Youth Federation of India (DYFI) and the Students’ Federation of India (SFI), drew large participation from […]
Keerthana Clarifies Smile Controversy, Says Personal Moments Should Not Be Politicised
Chennai, May 24: Tamil Nadu Industries Minister S. Keerthana on Sunday sought to clear the controversy surrounding her reaction during a media interaction on the brutal rape and murder of a 10-year-old girl in Coimbatore’s Sulur area, saying that her body language had been misunderstood and unfairly turned into a political issue. The controversy began […]
K. C. Venugopal: From street protests to national strategy
Thiruvananthapuram / New Delhi: In Indian politics, where visibility often defines influence, K. C. Venugopal has built his stature not through rhetoric, but through organisation, resilience, and a deep-rooted connection with grassroots workers. As AICC General Secretary in charge of organisation and a close aide of Rahul Gandhi, Venugopal today stands as one of the […]
Satheesan emerges as most preffered CM choice in Kerala :Pre-poll survey
Thiruvananthapuram, March 8(IANS) A pre-election survey conducted by the public opinion platform Vote Vibe has indicated that Leader of the Opposition V.D. Satheesan enjoys the highest level of public support as the preferred candidate for the Chief Minister’s post in Kerala. According to the survey findings, Satheesan secured the support of 25.2% of respondents, placing […]
Kerala Dewaswom Minister defends turnout at Global Ayyappa Sangamam amid empty seat visuals
Kottayam, Sept 21 As visuals of empty chairs from the Global Ayyappa Sangamam began circulating on television channels and social media, Kerala Devaswom Minister V.N. Vasavan on Sunday offered an explanation, dismissing the criticism as misleading and politically motivated. The minister clarified that the one-day spiritual and cultural conference, held in Kottayam, saw a total […]
The brilliance of truth: A.K. Antony’s sincerity and moral courage
Manacaud Suresh/Thiruvananthapuram There is only one thing that shines brighter than truth itself — and that is the person who embodies truth. Former Kerala Chief Minister and India’s former Defence Minister A.K. Antony has once again shown the power of moral courage by speaking with unflinching honesty at his recent press conference. In doing so, […]
Factional feud deepens in PMK as Anbumani Ramadoss expels MLA R.Arul from party
Chennai, July 2 In a dramatic escalation of the internal feud within the Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK), party president Dr. Anbumani Ramadoss on Wednesday announced the expulsion of Salem West MLA R. Arul from the party’s primary membership. Arul, a well-known loyalist of PMK founder Dr. S. Ramadoss, has been removed for violating party discipline […]



