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Puducherry

Puducherry formerly known as Pondicherry is a union territory of India. It was formed out of four settlements of former French India, namely Pondicherry, Karikal (Karaikal), Mahé and Yanaon (Yanam). It is named after the largest district Pondicherry. Historically known as Pondicherry, the territory changed its official name to Puducherry on 20 September 2006.
Puducherry lies in the southern part of the Indian Peninsula.

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Puducherry News

Puducherry man arrested over stabbing woman whom he befriended on social media platform

TNN / May 19, 2026, 20:37 (IST)

A 35-year-old man, J Sathyanarayanan, was arrested by Auroville police for stabbing his girlfriend in the abdomen. The incident occurred after an argument about her friendship with a male colleague. Sathyanarayanan met the victim, a 26-year-old woman, on Instagram, and their relationship developed over two years.

Delay of cabinet in Pondy because berths being sold for 100cr, says former Pondy CM V Narayanasamy

TNN / May 18, 2026, 00:52 (IST)

Newly elected Puducherry MLAs sworn in by pro-tem speaker

TNN / May 20, 2026, 20:18 (IST)

Anbalagan sworn in as pro-tem speaker; Puducherry assembly to convene on May 20

TNN / May 18, 2026, 23:07 (IST)

Elected for the record fifth time from the Uppalam constituency, Anbalagan was recommended based on his vast legislative experience.

N Rangasamy takes oath as Puducherry CM for 5th time

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 13, 2026, 11:46 (IST)

N Rangasamy has been sworn in as Puducherry's Chief Minister for a fifth term, leading an AINRC-BJP NDA government. He secured victory in two constituencies during the recent assembly elections. The NDA coalition holds a comfortable majority in the 30-member assembly, ensuring a stable government for the Union Territory.

Anbalagan appointed Puducherry assembly pro tem speaker

TNN / May 15, 2026, 21:27 (IST)

Pondy CM keeps Mangalam, resigns from Thattanchavady

May 18, 2026, 00:52 (IST)

Protest erupts over ‘disrespect shown’ to Tamil Thai Vaazhthu at Puducherry CM’s swearing-in ceremony

TNN / May 14, 2026, 22:05 (IST)

Protest over ‘protocol lapse’ at swearing-in event for Pondy CM

May 15, 2026, 01:24 (IST)

Rangasamy meets LG, stakes claim to form government in Puducherry

ANI / May 08, 2026, 21:05 (IST)

Rangasamy, who has been the longest-serving chief minister of Puducherry, presented a letter of support from the legislative assembly members demanding the right to form the government. The letter has been sent for the President's approval.

Rangasamy sworn in as Puducherry CM for record fifth time

TNN / May 13, 2026, 17:22 (IST)

The portfolios of the chief minister and ministers will be announced later.

N. Rangasamy resigns as Puducherry CM after NDA retains power in assembly polls

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 07, 2026, 14:10 (IST)

Puducherry Chief Minister N. Rangasamy resigned from his post following the recent Assembly election results, where the NDA retained power. Rangasamy, a veteran leader and founder of AINRC, has served multiple terms as Chief Minister. His resignation marks another significant moment in Puducherry's evolving political landscape.

Suriya fans erupt in protest in Puducherry after last-minute delay of ‘Karuppu’ release

etimes.in / May 14, 2026, 19:46 (IST)

Suriya's fans faced immense disappointment as screenings for the fantasy action drama ‘Karuppu’ were unexpectedly cancelled, leaving them frustrated outside theatres. Despite elaborate celebrations, confusion and protests erupted due to a lack of updates. However, PVR and INOX have now announced the film will screen from Friday, May 15.

Work for BJP win in Pb: Chugh

May 19, 2026, 23:06 (IST)

17 foreigners detained at Madurai and Chennai airports’ immigration checks for voting in assembly elections

May 15, 2026, 00:44 (IST)

AIADMK moves MLAs to Puducherry resort amid speculation over support to Vijay’s TVK

TNN / May 07, 2026, 15:34 (IST)

Tamil Nadu's political scene is in turmoil as AIADMK moves MLAs to a Puducherry resort following a fractured election mandate. Actor Vijay's TVK emerged as the largest party but fell short of a majority. AIADMK has firmly stated it will not support TVK, prompting the move to prevent poaching and maintain unity ahead of crucial government formation talks.

Rangasamy stakes claim to form govt in Puducherry, to be sworn in as CM on May 13

TNN / May 08, 2026, 20:12 (IST)

Immediately after the meeting, Rangasamy called on lieutenant governor K Kailashnathan, submitted the letters of support from elected members of the NDA and staked his claim to form the govt. The MLAs of the alliance partners accompanied him.