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A symbol that has been the face of a regional heavyweight for 66 years

The history and significance of the DMK's iconic 'rising sun' symbol in Tamil Nadu's political landscape.

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Lok Sabha polls I DMK seeks action against Annamalai for organising sports tournaments

Chennai DMK secretary accuses BJP candidate of MCC violation by organizing sports events for first-time voters with party symbols.

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CEO Satyabrata Sahoo holds meeting with recognised political parties in Chennai

Chennai CEO meets political parties to discuss Lok Sabha poll issues, including model code of conduct and campaign restrictions.

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India - Sri Lanka fishermen issue | DMK leader R.S. Bharathi slams Union government in Rameswaram

Prime Minister Modi criticized for neglecting Tamil Nadu fishermen, sends aid to Sri Lanka instead; BJP accused of prioritizing politics over people.

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DMK MP apologises after furore over remark on Hindi-speaking States

DMK MP's comment on BJP triggers controversy; Union Minister Meenakshi Lekhi responds. DMK reprimands MP; apologizes for inappropriate remark.

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Ravi flays Bharathi for referring to Nagaland people as ‘dog-eaters’

Governor R.N. Ravi criticizes DMK's R.S. Bharathi for referring to the people of Nagaland as "dog-eaters". Raj Bhavan's X handle shared a video of Bharathi's reported comments. Bharathi accused Ravi of stalling TN govt's efforts. Bharathi said Nagaland people chased Ravi away. Gauhati High Court held eating dog meat part…

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Advocate General R. Shunmugasundaram refuses consent to initiate criminal contempt proceedings against DMK leader R.S. Bharathi

AG refuses to grant consent to initiate criminal contempt proceedings against DMK's R.S. Bharathi for criticizing HC judge's suo motu revision. AG cites SC's verdicts in Baradakanta Mishra & Arundhati Roy cases, stating fair criticism of judicial act not contempt.

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Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

Madras HC restrains DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin from making defamatory allegations against former CM Palaniswami. TN BJP President Annamalai refuses to apologise for remarks on late CM Annadurai. Four warders of Coimbatore Central Prison injured in clash with remand prisoners. Two youths drown in check dam during Vinayaka Chathurthi festival.…

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Initiate criminal contempt of court proceedings against DMK leader R.S. Bharathi: Plea in Madras High Court

Petitioners urge Madras HC to initiate criminal contempt proceedings against DMK organising secretary R.S. Bharathi for accusing Justice N. Anand Venkatesh of adopting "pick and choose policy" in suo motu revision of acquittal/discharge of legislators from disproportionate assets cases. Litigants allege Bharathi's comments caused damage to credibility of judiciary and…

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Those who cannot tolerate criticism are unfit to hold public office, says Justice Anand Venkatesh

Justice N. Anand Venkatesh refuses to take action against critics; states those who cannot tolerate criticism unfit for public office. Judge aware of brickbats for work, but will not prevent from performing duties. Social media can have multiple interpretations, but court not governed by it. Judge's honesty decided by people,…

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DMK sees ‘pick and choose’ policy in suo motu revision of cases against Ministers

DMK to approach SC against HC's 'pick and choose' policy in taking up cases against AIADMK Ministers. DMK leader Bharathi alleges HC followed mala fide intentions while hearing cases. DMK has faith in courts and won many cases, including one for burial of Karunanidhi's mortal remains.

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Ulterior motive behind Ravi rejecting ex-DGP for post of TNPSC chairman: R.S. Bharathi

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Madras High Court dismisses plea seeking DVAC probe against Edappadi Palaniswami in highway tender scam

Madras HC dismisses petition seeking DVAC probe into alleged highway tender scam involving former CM Palaniswami. SC had remanded the matter to HC to consider the preliminary report filed by DVAC. HC found no illegality in the report, dismissing the petition.

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Edappadi Palaniswami opposes R.S. Bharathi’s request to withdraw a 2018 case related to corruption in highway contracts

Leader of the Opposition Edappadi K. Palaniswami on Thursday vehemently opposed a request made by DMK organising secretary R.S. Bharathi to withdraw the latter’s 2018 plea seeking a Directorate of Vigilance and Anti Corruption (DVAC) inquiry into alleged nepotism and corruption in award of contracts by State highways department.

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DMK’s R.S. Bharathi criticises Palaniswami’s remarks on Stalin

DMK organising secretary R.S. Bharathi on June 16, 2023 criticised AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami’s remarks questioning CM M.K. Stalin’s “restlessness” over the arrest of Minister Senthilbalaji.

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DMK making incorrect statements out of grudge, says Vasan

Tamil Maanila Congress party president G.K. Vasan on Friday took strong exception to DMK organising secretary R.S. Bharathi’s accusation that the AIADMK agreed to make Mr. Vasan a Rajya Sabha MP owing to pressure from the BJP.

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High Court extends interim order in S.P. Velumani’s case against DVAC by three weeks

Court decides to take up his FIR quash petitions for final hearing on October 12

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Supreme Court sets aside Madras High Court order on transferring probe into corruption charges against Edappadi Palaniswami to CBI

Chief Justice of India remands case back to the High Court for fresh consideration

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Jayakumar joins issue with R.S. Bharathi

Former DMK MP had commented on AIADMK’s internal affairs

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EPS a puppet in the hands of his Delhi masters: DMK

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HC issues copy of DVAC’s preliminary inquiry report to former Minister SP Velumani

Supreme Court had directed the HC to issue the copy and re-hear petitions alleging irregularities in award of tenders

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DMK announces two new faces for RS, re-nominates Rajeshkumar

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