Congress inks seat-sharing deal with DMK
DMK chief M K Stalin, Tamilnadu PCC Chief Selva Perunthagai finalised the deal in Chennai in the presence of AICC general secretary (Org) K C Venugopal. After allotting two seats each to CPI and CPI-M and one seat each to film star Kamalahasan's party, IUML and a Tamil outfit, DMK will contest the rest of seats in Tamilnadu, which has a total of 39 Lok Sabha polls. Key Points
Economic TimesPM Modi slams DMK for Chinese sticker on party's ISRO Ad
Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticizes the DMK for insulting Indian scientists and the country's achievements in space by displaying a Chinese sticker in an advertisement about the ISRO launch issue in Tamil Nadu. He also accuses the DMK and Congress of playing divisive politics. Key Points
Economic TimesChina flag in Isro ad: PM Modi blasts DMK, party hits back
India News: PM Modi criticizes Tamil Nadu government's advertisement with 'China rocket picture.' DMK MP Kanimozhi defends it as a human error. PM accuses DMK of Key Points
Times Of IndiaKarunanidhi memorial opens today — touchscreens showing his literary work, photos, a letter from Sonia
Tamil Nadu CM Stalin set to inaugurate the memorial in Chennai. A renovated memorial for DMK founder C.N Annadurai will also be unveiled. Key Points
ThePrintTamil Nadu: DMK forms war room ahead of 2024 Lok Sabha polls
Ahead of the 2024 general election, the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) has established a war room to coordinate electoral efforts. Led by Anbagam Kalai, Austin, and NR Elango, respective teams will manage booth committees, media campaigns, legal affairs, and Election Commission matters. Additional committees, including an election manifesto preparation team and an alliance coordination committee under MP TR Baalu, aim to streamline efforts with allied parties for effective electoral collaboration. Key Points
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DMK Lok Sabha MPs wear black robes to protest over non-allocation of funds to Tamil Nadu
DMK member G Selvam said they are protesting against Centre not releasing flood relief funds. It has been raising the issue for last few days both inside and outside Parliament. Key Points
ThePrintInside ‘traditional’ DMK’s digital shift & the company driving it — Stalin app & podcast to 2024 prep
At the heart of DMK’s recent digital shift is its very own strategist firm, Populus Empowerment Network, owned by Stalin’s son-in-law V. Sabareesan and founded in November 2022. Key Points
ThePrintAmid toilet remark row, DMK posts old clip of BJP leader calling South Indians 'black'
The DMK has shared an old video of BJP leader Tarun Vijay where he is seen making racist comments on South Indians. The video was shared amid a controversy over DMK MP Dayanidhi Maran's 'Hindi speakers toilet' remark, a video of which surfaced. Key Points
India Today'So what if clip is old?' Annamalai slams DMK over Dayanidhi's 'UP, Bihar' video
K Annamalai said that the DMK is "built on divisive principles" and slammed the party saying their only defense to Dayanidhi Maran's viral video is that it was old. He also shared some old tweets posted by DMK Minister TRB Rajaa in 2020. Key Points
India Today'I regret it': DMK MP on controversial 'Gaumutra' remark in Parliament Winter session
He said that he would not use the term again if these remarks have hurt anyone's feelings. The remarks made by the DMK MP were, however, later expunged by Lok Sabha speaker Om Birla. Key Points
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Stalin son rising: How Udhayanidhi’s racking up support with ‘DMK riders’, youth meet, grassroots focus
Political trajectory of Udhayanidhi, who is secretary of DMK youth wing, has been better than that of his father, CM Stalin, say analysts. AIADMK & BJP, however, dismiss his ascent. Key Points
ThePrintAmid incidents of caste discrimination in TN, 'Maamannan' echoes DMK's message of 'social justice'
Starring CM MK Stalin's son & DMK leader Udhayanidhi, the film portrays caste oppression within a fictional political party. AIADMK says, 'DMK has nothing to brag about, not done anything'. Key Points
ThePrintTime for the DMK to guard itself
As the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) government, led by Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, prepares to step into its third year in office in a few days, it suddenly finds itself under attack Key Points
The HinduAnnamalai targets PTR with 2nd audio clip on 'money management in DMK & praise for BJP'
Tamil Nadu finance minister Palanivel Thiaga Rajan had dismissed first audio clip released by Annamalai as 'fabricated'. A DMK leader calls it 'diversionary tactic'. Key Points
ThePrintReading the ‘DMK Files’: Annamalai’s allegations of corruption and Stalin’s counter
From details of the DMK’s properties to alleged kickbacks, the BJP leader has levelled serious accusations against the party and Tamil Nadu CM. But, the DMK has dismissed these as “defamatory, scandalous and motivated statements”. Key Points
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'Those who are blind' – Modi slams DMK for ad showing rocket with Chinese flag
The ad, published by a state minister, featured the prime minister and CM M.K. Stalin and had a rocket as backdrop. The shuttle appeared to have the Chinese flag painted on it. Key Points
ThePrintWith ally’s needling & eye on northern TN, Stalin cabinet makes history with highest-ever Dalit quorum
With the induction of Dr. Govi Chezhiaan Sunday, there are now 4 Dalit ministers in the TN Cabinet. DMK denies external pressure, says a deserving candidate was given the post. Key Points
ThePrintUdhayanidhi Stalin responds to BJP's 'nepotism' barb: 'I agree that DMK is...'
Udhayanidhi's father MK Stalin is the DMK chief and currently the CM of Tamil Nadu. His grandfather M Karunanidhi was an iconic figure in Dravidian politics. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan Times'BJP clearly afraid': Stalin slams 'vindictive politics against INDIA bloc' after DMK MP faces IT raids
Homes of MP S Jagathrakshakan's relatives also searched in connection with suspected tax evasion. Stalin says arrest of AAP MP Sanjay Singh also example of BJP's 'misuse of agencies'. Key Points
ThePrintHow missing AIADMK & shift in Vanniyar vote ensured resounding DMK win in Vikravandi bypoll
AIADMK’s call to boycott Vikravandi bypoll was seen as bid to relay message to BJP-ally PMK with eye on 2026 assembly polls. But bypoll result has shown opposition to DMK is weak. Key Points
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NCB arrests former DMK member Jaffer Sadiq in Rs 2,000 cr international drug trafficking case
According to the NCB, Sadiq was the 'mastermind and kingpin' of a network spread between India, Australia, and New Zealand. The DMK in Tamil Nadu has recently expelled Sadiq. Key Points
ThePrint'How many runs has your son scored?' Tamil Nadu minister's dig at Amit Shah
Tamil Nadu sports minister Udhayanidhi Stalin hit back at Home Minister Amit Shah for calling DMK a 'dynasty party'. He questioned the BJP heavyweight about his son Jay Shah's position at BCCI. Key Points
India TodayCAA repeal, more autonomy to states, annulling Article 361 in DMK manifesto
The party has fielded Dayanidhi Maran from Central Chennai, Kanimozhi from Thoothukudi, TR Balu from Sriperumbudur and A Raja from Nilgiri. Out of 39 seats, the party has announced candidates for 21 constituencies, leaving nine for Congress and remaining for other allies. Key Points
Economic TimesDMK's anti-NEET hunger strike underway in TN
The DMK's state-wide hunger strike, led by senior members and party MPs, has begun across Tamil Nadu, calling for the abolition of the National Entrance-cum-Eligibility Test (NEET) for university entry. The strike is being held following another alleged suicide of an aspirant last week. Key Points
Economic TimesMiscreants throw petrol bomb at DMK functionary's event, no casualties
Miscreants threw petrol bomb at a DMK functionary's event, where Cuddalore district MLA was also present. No casualties have been reported. Key Points
India Today
Kalaignar & the 'Lottery King' — top poll bond donor Santiago Martin's close tryst with the DMK
Future Gaming's electoral bond contributions accounted for 77.5 percent of the DMK's total donations. His proximity to DMK is believed to have led to Jayalalithaa banning lottery in 2003. Key Points
ThePrintBJP bid to carve out space in TN hits unlikely roadblock — a DMK-AIADMK ploy to keep ‘outsider’ out
Dravidian parties keeping BJP out of Lok Sabha election rhetoric after realising BJP is eyeing state election, say political analysts. Since 1967, either DMK or AIADMK has ruled state. Key Points
ThePrintLTTE 'sympathiser', proponent of 'separatist' views — what is NTK, Tamil party in eye of NIA storm
Last week, NIA conducted raids at residence of Duraimurugan, leader of Naam Tamilar Katchi. Political experts see raids as ‘genuine challenge’ for a party that has shown marked growth. Key Points
ThePrintED registers money laundering case in drug trafficking racket allegedly involving ex DMK functionary
The Enforcement Directorate has initiated a money laundering probe into an international drug trafficking racket allegedly involving a former DMK functionary. The case, filed under the PMLA, follows multiple FIRs, including one by the NCB involving Jaffer Sadiq's arrest for smuggling pseudoephedrine worth Rs 2,000 crore. Sadiq's connections with film financiers, high profile individuals, and political funding are under scrutiny. The NCB is expected to summon a senior DMK official regarding transactions with Sadiq. The DMK has distanced itself from Sadiq, who was expelled in February. Key Points
Economic TimesDMK MP absent from Lok Sabha 'mistakenly' suspended, government clarifies after row
DMK leaders have complained that one of their party MPs was named among the suspended parliamentarians even though he was not present in the House. The government has now issued a clarification. Key Points
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