MK Stalin: News
Muthuvel Karunanidhi Stalin is a Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) politician and the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. He is the son of former Chief Minister M Karunanidhi. Stalin did his BA in History from Presidency College, Chennai. He became a member of DMK’s General Committee in 1973. In 1976, during the Emergency (1975-77), Stalin joined the long list of political detainees in prison. In the 1980s, he formed the DMK’s youth wing and became its secretary, serving in the position till 2017. Stalin became an MLA in Tamil Nadu Assembly for the first time in 1989 from Thousand Lights constituency and was re-elected in 1996. He became Chennai’s first directly elected Mayor in 1996 and was re-elected in 2001 but stepped down due to a Madras HC ruling. When DMK came to power in 2006, Stalin became a minister and served as the Deputy CM from 2009 to 2011. After his father’s death, he took over as DMK chief in 2018 and, in the 2021 Assembly polls, led the party to victory, becoming the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister himself.
'Never trust Congress': Udhayanidhi fumes over support for Vijay
Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) leader Udhayanidhi Stalin has slammed the Indian National Congress for backing Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) after the recent state elections.
Tamil Nadu: Stalin predicts 'imminent' fall of Vijay-led government
Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) chief MK Stalin has predicted that the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK)-led government in Tamil Nadu, headed by Chief Minister Joseph Vijay, could collapse soon.
'Vijay, TVK government won't last 6 months': DMK leader
Senior Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) leader and Tiruchendur MLA Anitha Radhakrishnan has predicted that Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK)-led coalition government will not last six months.
Rajinikanth rejects claims of jealousy towards CM Vijay
Actor Rajinikanth has addressed speculation about his recent meeting with MK Stalin and his views on Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay.
Ahead of trust vote, Tamil Nadu CM meets AIADMK rebels
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay met with a faction of the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) on Tuesday. The faction, led by CV Shanmugam, has "revolted" against party chief Edappadi K Palaniswami.
Vijay meets ex-CM MK Stalin, his son Udhayanidhi
Tamil Nadu's new Chief Minister Vijay met former CM and DMK chief MK Stalin on Monday, a day after the actor-turned-politician took the oath following a historic election win that ended the decades-long dominance of Dravidian parties.
'You have funds...': Stalin to Vijay after TN oath ceremony
Former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has congratulated his successor, C Joseph Vijay, on his swearing-in.
Vijay becomes TN's new CM, DMK congratulates actor-politician
Actor-turned-politician Vijay was sworn in as the new Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu after his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), secured enough support to form a government.
Vijay hasn't proven majority, no oath ceremony tomorrow
In yet another dramatic twist, actor-turned-politician Vijay is unlikely to form the government in Tamil Nadu after his party, the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), has reportedly been unable to produce the proof of support of 118 MLAs.
Vijay to stake claim to Tamil Nadu government today
Actor-politician Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) has reportedly secured the support of key opposition parties, including the Congress, Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK), Communist Party of India (CPI), and Communist Party of India-Marxist [CPI(M)].
DMK to decide on AIADMK's support request today
Tamil Nadu's political landscape has taken a surprising turn as Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) chief MK Stalin has reportedly informed his party MLAs about the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK)'s request for support.
Akhilesh ends ties with I-PAC after TMC, DMK poll defeats
The Samajwadi Party (SP) has reportedly decided to end its association with the election management firm Indian Political Action Committee (I-PAC) for the upcoming Uttar Pradesh elections.
Vijay to take oath as Tamil Nadu CM on Thursday
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leader Vijay will take oath as the new Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on May 7, sources told ANI.
MK Stalin resigns as Tamil Nadu CM: Report
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has resigned after his party, the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK), lost the recent assembly elections, news agency PTI reported.
TVK seeks Governor appointment after becoming Tamil Nadu's largest party
The Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), led by Vijay, has sought an appointment with Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, India Today reported, citing sources.
BJP wins Bengal, Assam; TVK takes TN, UDF sweeps Kerala
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is set to form its first government in West Bengal, ending the Trinamool Congress's (TMC) 15-year rule.
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin loses stronghold to TVK
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam's VS Babu on Monday defeated Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin at his stronghold, the Kolathur assembly seat.
Vijay's party leads in TN polls, but where's the actor?
Thalapathy Vijay's political party, the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), has made a historic debut in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. The party is leading in 105 seats and is on its way to becoming the single-largest party.
TVK emerges as single-largest party, vows to form government alone
As early trends emerge in the counting of votes for the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) appears to be displaying a strong debut performance.
Udhayanidhi inches ahead in Chepauk, DMK's Karunanidhi legacy seat
Early counting trends in Tamil Nadu's elections have thrown up some surprises, especially in the Chepauk-Thiruvallikeni constituency.
AIADMK ahead in Tamil Nadu, DMK workers pack up
The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) party's headquarters in Chennai, Anna Arivalayam, was a picture of despondency on counting day.
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin trailing in Kolathur
DMK supremo and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin is trailing in the constituency of Kolathur after the eighth round of voting, where TVK's VS Babu, with 33,609 votes, is leading.
Assembly election results 2026: TVK surges ahead in Tamil Nadu
In a major departure from exit poll predictions, actor Vijay's TVK is leading on 106 seats, while the AIADMK-led alliance is leading in 72 seats now. The DMK-led alliance has slipped to a distant third, leading in just 54 seats in Tamil Nadu.
What exit polls predicted for Bengal, Assam, TN, Kerala, Puducherry
The exit poll results of the West Bengal Assembly elections are out and they indicate a possible shift in power.
Exit polls: UDF return in Kerala; DMK to retain TN
The Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) is likely to return to power in Kerala, ending the Left Democratic Front's (LDF) decade-long rule, exit polls have predicted.
'Modi is a terrorist,' says Kharge, then a clarification
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has stirred controversy by calling Prime Minister Narendra Modi a "terrorist."
'BJP punishing progressive states': Stalin releases video ahead of polls
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has released a video ahead of the state polls, where he slammed the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led central government over the proposed delimitation exercise.
AAP-DMK alliance in Tamil Nadu? Kejriwal joins Stalin for roadshow
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal met Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) president and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin in Chennai on Monday.
Tamil Nadu: 16 dead, 6 injured in firecracker unit blast
A devastating explosion at a firecracker manufacturing unit in Kattanarpatti village, Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu, has left at least 16 people dead and six others injured, The Times of India reported.
Special Parliament session from today: Delimitation, women's reservation on agenda
A special three-day session of Parliament will begin on Thursday, during which the government plans to introduce three major bills.
Stalin begins statewide protest against delimitation bill, burns copy
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has launched a statewide protest against the central government's proposed delimitation exercise.
Tamil Nadu election: Vijay's no-show at campaign events raises eyebrows
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leader and actor-politician Vijay has canceled several campaign events for the upcoming Tamil Nadu election.
TVK chief Vijay booked for violating election rules
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay has been booked for allegedly violating election conduct rules.
Tamil Nadu CM Stalin, Vijay file nomination for assembly polls
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin and actor-turned-politician Vijay have filed their nominations for the upcoming state Assembly elections.
TVK announces candidates' list, Vijay to contest 2 seats
Tamil actor Vijay will contest the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections from two constituencies: Perambur and Trichy East.
DMK will contest 164 of 234 seats in Tamil Nadu
Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) will contest 164 of the 234 seats in the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections.
'If I say I want Nayanthara...': AIADMK MP sparks row
Tamil Nadu All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) Member of Parliament, CV Shanmugam, has landed in hot water for making a sexist comment on actor Nayanthara during a women's safety rally.
Dravidian ideology, Islam 'fundamentally the same': Udhayanidhi Stalin
Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin on Monday said that the principles of Dravidian ideology and Islam are "fundamentally the same."
EC announces poll dates for 4 states, 1 UT: Details
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has announced the poll dates for the upcoming assembly elections in four states and one Union Territory.
Election schedule for 5 states, UTs to be announced today
The Election Commission of India(ECI) will announce the schedule for the upcoming assembly elections in five states and union territories on Sunday.
TN government transfers ₹8,000 to 40L beneficiaries ahead of elections
The Tamil Nadu government has transferred cash assistance of ₹3,200 to ₹8,000 to nearly 40 lakh beneficiaries across the state.
'Don't fear Modi, his father': Udhayanidhi Stalin's remarks spark row
DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin has sparked a political controversy with his remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
'After LS polls, no communication': Sanjay Raut blasts INDIA's functioning
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut has slammed the opposition's Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) bloc for its lack of consistent coordination on national issues.
DMK-Congress power-sharing debate intensifies as Tamil Nadu election nears
The Congress-Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) alliance in Tamil Nadu is facing internal tensions ahead of the upcoming assembly elections.
BJP's TN chief mocks Vijay's poll claim, calls him 'inexperienced'
Tamil Nadu Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) chief Nainar Nagendran has dismissed Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leader Vijay's assertion of being the only rival to the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) in the upcoming elections.
'SOP is Stalin Operating Procedure': TVK's Vijay slams TN CM
Actor-turned-politician Vijay, the leader of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), has accused Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin's government of preventing him from holding political rallies, referring to the state's 'SOP' as the "Stalin Operating Procedure."
Tamil Nadu hikes pension for noon meal organizers, Anganwadi workers
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has announced a major increase in the pension and retirement benefits for noon meal organizers, Anganwadi workers, and panchayat secretaries.
TN Assembly unanimously adopts resolution opposing VB-G Ram G scheme
The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly has unanimously passed a resolution against the central government's Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G Ram G) scheme.
Karur stampede: TVK's Vijay to appear before CBI on Monday
Actor Vijay, the chief of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), will appear before the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in New Delhi on January 12, 2026.
Tamil Nadu launches India's first deep tech start-up policy
In a major push to its start-up ecosystem, the Tamil Nadu government has launched India's first deep-tech policy.
Opposition slams Modi's 'harmony' message amid reported attacks on Christians
Leaders of opposition parties have expressed concerns over reports of attacks on Christians in the country, criticizing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government for failing to curb the alleged violence.
BJP appoints election in-charges for 2026 Tamil Nadu, Assam elections
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has appointed Union Minister Piyush Goyal and MP Baijayant Panda as election in-charges for the upcoming 2026 assembly polls in Tamil Nadu and Assam, respectively.
'Ditwah' effect: Schools, colleges shut in 3 districts, including Chennai
In the wake of heavy rains due to 'Ditwah', which was categorized as a cyclonic storm before being downgraded to a deep depression, all schools and colleges in Chennai, Tiruvallur and Kanchipuram districts will remain closed on December 2.
TN: 6 dead, over 35 injured in head-on bus collision
A head-on collision between two private buses in Tamil Nadu's Tenkasi district on Monday left six people dead and several individuals injured, with initial reports pegging the number between 28 and 39.
MK Stalin, actors Ajith, Aravind Swamy, Khushbu receive bomb threats
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin and actors Ajith Kumar, Arvind Swamy, and Khushbu have received bomb threat emails.
3 men who abducted, gang-raped student near Coimbatore airport arrested
Three men have been arrested for allegedly kidnapping and sexually assaulting a college student in Tamil Nadu's Coimbatore.
Tamil Nadu readies shelters for possible cyclone; schools closed
Tamil Nadu is bracing for a possible cyclone as the Northeast monsoon intensifies.
Foxconn to invest ₹15,000cr in Tamil Nadu, generate 14,000 jobs
Taiwanese tech giant Foxconn has announced a massive investment of ₹15,000 crore in Tamil Nadu. The move is likely to generate as many as 14,000 new jobs in the state.
BJP responds to allegations of Vijay being its 'B-team'
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has responded to the opposition's allegations that actor-turned-politician Vijay is part of its "B-team."
BJP reaches out to Vijay's TVK post-Karur stampede: Report
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has reportedly reached out to the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) following a tragic stampede at a rally in Karur.
'Why no panel for Manipur?': Stalin questions Karur fact-finding mission
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has slammed the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for sending a delegation of opposition MPs to Karur after a deadly stampede.
'Never faced such painful situation': Vijay on Karur stampede
Actor-turned-politician and TVK chief Vijay has released a video message on social media, expressing his grief over the recent stampede at his rally in Karur, Tamil Nadu.
'Vijay arrived 4hrs late, crowd grew restless': Karur stampede FIR
Actor-politician Vijay sat inside his campaign van in Velusamypuram in Karur for an extended period during his September 27 rally, causing restlessness among the crowd, according to an FIR into the stampede.
Madras HC to hear petition against Vijay's rally today
The Madras High Court will hear a petition today from a stampede victim at actor-politician Vijay's rally.
Vijay announces ₹20L compensation for Karur stampede victims' families
Actor-politician Vijay has announced a compensation of ₹20 lakh for the families of the people who died in a stampede at his rally in Karur, Tamil Nadu.
Justice Aruna Jagadeesan to probe actor Vijay's rally stampede incident
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has ordered a judicial inquiry into the deadly stampede at actor-politician Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) rally in Karur.
Vijay's rally stampede: TN government blames actor, tightens security
A stampede at actor-politician Vijay's rally in Karur, Tamil Nadu, has left 39 dead and over 100 injured.
TN stampede: Toll at 39, DGP blames Vijay's late arrival
A stampede at a public rally in Tamil Nadu's Karur on Saturday left 39 people dead, including women and children.