At the heart of the case is an uncomfortable question: Were school managements allegedly made to pay money in the name of a political party to obtain routine government approvals?
TVK's wins in the Madurantakam and Dharapuram bypolls show that the DMK has not lost its core vote bank, but has a problem converting votes into victories there
The byelections in Madurantakam and Dharapuram are a critical early test for Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay's new TVK government, assessing its political momentum after taking power
The termination of the ₹205.89 crore Global Sports City contract at Semmencheri has now triggered a politically sensitive debate, with the DMK alleging that the move could benefit an institution linked to Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson's family
The number of the DMK's organisational districts were increased from existing 77 to 110, with many district units split into two (or even three) units, while restrictions were introduced on the age and tenure of key functionaries
Former Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin has sought that the Kolathur votes be recounted and that he be declared the winner instead of TVK MLA V.S. Babu
Among the key organisational changes made by Stalin at the DMK's August 22 meeting to make up for its poll defeat was the increase in district units from 77 to 110
The arrest of Udhayanidhi Stalin marks a significant turning point in his political career and for Tamil Nadu's political landscape. This move by Vijay government, rather than weakening the opposition, has served as a "political baptism" for the DMK heir
TVK has approached the National Commission for Women seeking action, citing the comments as 'offensive' and normalising the objectification of women
There were reports that O Panneerselvam and his son will leave the DMK for the TVK, as their camp was not getting the kind of treatment that they expected at the time of arrival
During the proceedings, the advocate appearing for the DMK wrongly referred to Vijay as the accused in the case. The Supreme Court bench immediately clarified that Vijay was only a witness in the matter