senthil balaji

Seven months after its request was rejected, the Enforcement Directorate has again sought prosecution sanction from Tamil Nadu's chief secretary to proceed against former minister V senthil balaji in a cash-for-jobs scam.

The TVK provided a formidable challenge, with its candidate V Senthilkumar nearly pulling off an upset by securing a massive 57,176 votes.

A tragic road accident near the Tiruppur-Karur border claimed the lives of six people, including a police constable on duty. A lorry driver and the constable were hit by a speeding SUV while repositioning a damaged barricade. The SUV then crashed into the parked lorry, resulting in the fatalities.

Tamil Nadu chief minister C Joseph Vijay announced compensation of Rs 30 lakh for the family of the constable who lost his life in the accident.

As counting progresses, the traditional dominance of the Dravidian majors in Coimbatore is being sternly tested by the TVK’s unexpected momentum across both urban and rural pockets.

In a stunning shift, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam has transformed Tamil Nadu's political dynamics, relegating the DMK to the opposition role and leaving the AIADMK trailing in third place. This new political force has made substantial strides in regions traditionally dominated by Dravidian parties, especially shaking up DMK's influence in the northern districts and the south's 'thevar belt'.

Few state polls have been as dramatic as this round. TOI explains the verdicts through 10 decisive factors, from freebies becoming entitlements to women’s safety, and from Hindu vote to Gen Z angst

Recent state election results reveal a resurgence of anti-incumbency, Hindu vote consolidation, and the enduring appeal of Narendra Modi. Factors like women's safety concerns, the rise of cash transfer schemes, and Gen Z's political awakening also played significant roles. The article delves into these ten decisive elements shaping India's electoral landscape.

According to the manifesto, an estimated Rs 50,000 crore is planned for industrial development and expansion, and the remaining Rs 50,000 crore will be used for infrastructure development.

While independent candidates may hardly claim victory in Indian elections, their influence is undeniable. These individuals—ranging from enterprising local heroes to charismatic street performers—serve as catalysts for civic engagement. They can sway key votes and even instigate delays in voting, revealing a spectrum of motivations behind their candidacies and reflecting the rich democratic fabric of the nation.

AIADMK members reportedly received a tip-off that DMK members had been distributing cash to voters in the locality. Acting on the information, AIADMK members intercepted a car bearing a Krishnagiri district registration number.

K Annamalai highlighted public concerns on drug abuse, school quality, and roads, accusing the ruling DMK of inaction. He alleged a Rs 160 crore corruption scam involving a minister, with evidence submitted to DVAC. Annamalai anticipates political shifts within the DMK post-2026 elections and predicts a significant defeat for senthil balaji.