DMK releases 16-candidate list for Lok Sabha polls, vows not to implement CAA, UCC and NEP in manifesto
Stalin also launched the party's manifesto for the polls, which included promises to not implement the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), the National Educational Policy (NEP) and the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the state. The manifesto also made myriad other promises, including the appointment of 'good Governors,' granting statehood to Puducherry and a ban on the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET). Key Points
Economic TimesBJP says 'happy birthday, Stalin' but in 'his favourite language' after ad row
MK Stalin received a Happy Birthday message from the BJP but it was in Mandarin. Here's why. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan Times‘Only if CMs are chancellors...' — Stalin praises J. Jayalalithaa, AIADMK to slam Governor Ravi
Currently, governor hold post of chancellor. DMK govt & Raj Bhavan are caught in a tussle for control over various universities in Tamil Nadu. Key Points
ThePrint'Sanatan Dharma' remark: SC tags fresh plea with pending case against Udayanidhi Stalin
The Supreme Court has tagged a plea filed by a Delhi-based lawyer seeking an FIR against Tamil Nadu Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin and MP A Raja for their remarks calling for the eradication of 'Sanatan Dharma' with a similar pending plea. The court did not issue notice on the plea but tagged it along with the previous petition. The Tamil Nadu government's Additional Advocate General opposed the plea, stating that these petitions are 'publicity interest litigations'. Key Points
Economic TimesDaily brief: RN Ravi not fit to be Governor, Stalin writes to President
Here are today’s top news, analysis, and opinion. Know all about the latest news and other news updates from Hindustan Times. | Latest News India Key Points
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MK Stalin slams BJP’s ‘intimidation politics’ after ED raids against Tamil Nadu minister
MK Stalin slammed the ED raids against Tamil Nadu minister V Senthil Balaji. He accused the BJP-ruled Centre of “controlling its political opponents through the investigative agencies”. Key Points
India TodayTN CM Stalin drops Nasar from Cabinet; T.R.B. Rajaa to be sworn-in Minister on May 11
Tamil Nadu Milk and Dairy Development Minister S.M. Nasar was on May 9 night dropped from the Council of Ministers on the recommendation of Chief Minister M K Stalin. He was replaced by three-time legislator from Mannargudi T.R.B. Rajaa. Key Points
The HinduOn May Day, T.N. CM Stalin announces withdrawal of controversial amendment to Factories Act
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Monday said that the State’s recent controversial Bill, amending the Factories Act, 1948, to enable extended working hours in select factories, has been withdrawn. Key Points
The HinduGovernors speak more, hear less: Tamil Nadu CM Stalin amid row over anti-gambling bill
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin said he felt governors of all states just had mouths and no ears and seemed to speak more and hear less. Stalin's remarks came a day after Governor RN Ravi returned the anti-gambling bill to the state government. Key Points
India TodayMK Stalin’s birthday: Selfie with CM, gold ring to newborns among events planned
MK Stalin's 70th birthday: Rajinikanth shared a special wish for Stalin a day ahead of his birthday. "Hello! On his 70th birthday, I wish my dear friend, Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu M.K. Stalin, a long life in good health and peace of mind to serve the people," Rajinikanth said in the video. | Latest News India Key Points
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Erode (East) bypoll | Announcement on financial aid for women heads of families in next month’s budget: CM Stalin
CM M.K. Stalin was campaigning for Congress candidate E.V.K.S. Elangovan in Erode, for Monday’s bypoll; he accused the AIADMK of leaving the State in unprecedented debt; he assured residents that all the DMK’s poll promises would be fulfilled this year Key Points
The HinduTamil Nadu CM Stalin visits arrested Electricity Minister V. Senthilbalaji at Government super-speciality hospital in Chennai
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and DMK president M.K. Stalin visited Electricity Minister V. Senthilbalaji, who was was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in the early hours on June 14 and then taken to the T.N. Government Multi Super-Specialty Hospital at Omandurar Estate in Chennai. Key Points
The Hindu‘Call Narendra Modi ‘28 paisa PM..’,’ Udhayanidhi Stalin slams BJP-led Centre, stirs another controversy
Tamil Nadu Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin criticized the Centre for allocating only 28 paise for every rupee the state paid as tax. He accused the BJP of bias against Tamil Nadu and slammed the National Education Policy, calling PM Modi '28 paisa PM'. Key Points
mintAfter Chandrababu, now Stalin urges people to have more kids, links it to fears over delimitation
This is not the 1st time the DMK leader has raised concerns over delimitation. His remarks come after AP CM urged people in the south to have more kids to combat declining population. Key Points
ThePrint‘Don’t change Governor, let him continue until 2024’: MK Stalin’s dig at PM
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has urged the continuation of Governor RN Ravi in his post until the 2024 Lok Sabha polls. He said the Governor's remarks would help strengthen DMK's election campaign. Key Points
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T.N. Cabinet reshuffle | Thangam Thennarasu replaces Palanivel Thiaga Rajan as Tamil Nadu Finance Minister
In a major reshuffle of portfolios of his council of Ministers, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Thursday, May 11, 2023, divested Palanivel Thiaga Rajan of his Finance and Human Resources Management portfolios and allocated them to senior Cabinet member Thangam Thennarasu. Mr. Rajan is the new Minister for Information Technology and Digital Services. Key Points
The HinduOur alliance is set to continue for the 2024 Lok Sabha election: Tamil Nadu CM Stalin
DMK has so far finalised seat-sharing deals with allies CPI (M), CPI, IUML and KMDK, besides MDMK and VCK. MDMK, IUML and KMDK (DMK Symbol) each to get one seat while VCK, CPM, CPI get two seats each in the Lok Sabha polls. The Congress will contest the lone seat in Puducherry. Key Points
Economic TimesStalin unveils life-size statue of VP Singh, with Akhilesh as 'guest of honour' — why now
The DMK’s celebration of V.P. Singh — whose government implemented Mandal Commission recommendations — comes amid calls from Oppn for caste census. Key Points
ThePrintYou should know the consequences : SC raps DMK’s Stalin for his Sanatana Dharma comment
The Supreme Court criticized Tamil Nadu minister Udhayanidhi Stalin for his comments on Sanatana Dharma, stating that as a minister, he should understand the consequences of his statements. Udhayanidhi Stalin sought the consolidation of multiple FIRs against him over his remarks. The Supreme Court adjourned the plea for hearing on March 15. Key Points
Economic 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
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National Exit Test for medical students is neither in the interest of students nor State governments: CM Stalin writes to PM Modi
Stating Tamil Nadu’s opposition to the test, which is to be implemented from next year, the T.N. CM said that not only would the test be an additional burden upon students, it also seemed to be another attempt to “dilute the role of State governments and universities in the health sector” Key Points
The HinduDMK promises NEET ban in manifesto, MK Stalin praises sister Kanimozhi
MK Stalin unveiled DMK's manifesto in Chennai today, promising statehood for Puducherry and a ban on NEET. The party also released its list of candidates. Key Points
India TodayT.N. plans year-long celebrations to observe Vaikom Satyagraha centenary
On the beginning of the centenary of the Vaikom Satyagraha on Friday, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin announced that his government was planning a year-long celebrations of the movement that was launched to end caste discrimination in a temple in colonial Kerala. Key Points
The HinduTamil Nadu rain: 3 dead, schools shut, MK Stalin to meet PM for financial assistance
Three people were killed in southern Tamil Nadu due to heavy rainfall and flooding in the region. Five hundred passengers who were travelling from Tiruchendur to Chennai were stranded at Srivaikuntam railway station due to floods in the area. Key Points
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