The Speaker of the Tamil Nadu Assembly has issued showcause notices to four former AIADMK MLAs who have since joined TVK, while 21 other AIADMK legislators were granted forgiveness.

India's Supreme Court stayed a Madras High Court order that had restrained TVK MLA-elect Sreenivasa Sethupathi from participating in the Tamil Nadu Assembly, describing the High Court's order as "atrocious."

The Tamil Nadu assembly is poised for a crucial trust vote, with the majority mark at 118, as the TVK, led by Vijay, currently holds 107 MLAs, making it a battleground for the AIADMK rebel faction.

Tamil Nadu minister Udhayanidhi Stalin reiterated his controversial stance on Sanatana Dharma, stating it should be abolished, during a session in the state assembly. This marks a continued push for his views on the ancient Hindu tradition.

Actor Vijay has reportedly parked Rs 213.36 crore in a single savings account at Indian Overseas Bank, a detail that emerged during the Tamil Nadu Assembly Election results. This financial disclosure contrasts with his on-screen persona.

Renowned composer Ilaiyaraaja has sparked speculation about his support for actor Vijay in the upcoming Tamil Nadu assembly elections. His recent social media post, featuring an audio track from a film with a young Vijay, has generated significant buzz days before the election results.

Preparations are underway for the Tamil Nadu assembly elections in 2026, with discussions focusing on alliances and seat-sharing within the NDA. Details regarding exit polls and election schedules are also being anticipated.

The AIADMK party has released its complete list of candidates for the Tamil Nadu assembly elections scheduled for April 23, 2026.

Leaders in Tamil Nadu, including Udhayanidhi Stalin and Chief Minister M K Stalin, are actively campaigning for the upcoming Assembly elections, with Udhayanidhi launching his campaign in Mannargudi.

Leema Rose Martin, AIADMK's Lalgudi candidate, is the wealthiest contender in the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. She declared assets totaling approximately Rs 1,049.56 crore.

The Congress party has named 27 candidates for the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, contesting 28 seats in alliance with the DMK, while the BJP also announced 27 candidates, including Union Minister L Murugan.

The AIADMK has released its initial list of 23 candidates for the Tamil Nadu assembly election in 2026, confirming that general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami will contest from the Edappadi constituency.

A Media Certification and Monitoring Committee has been set up at the Kallakurichi Collectorate in preparation for the Tamil Nadu Assembly election.

The CPI(M), an ally of the DMK, is holding a meeting to finalize seat-sharing arrangements for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly election, facing reluctance from the DMK to increase their allocated seats beyond five.

ECI says, clerical errors, spelling mistakes, etc., in the EPIC could be ignored “provided the identity of the elector can be established by the EPIC.”

A PRS Legislative Research study indicates a significant decline in the Tamil Nadu Assembly's annual sitting days, dropping from 64 in its first term to just 32 in the current 16th Assembly, which has met for only 155 days so far.

The Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPI(M)) remains firm in its demand for six seats in the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly election, leading to a continued stalemate in alliance talks with the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK).

Vehicle-checks was done as part of the enforcement of Model Code of Conduct for 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has stated that an Electoral Photo Identity Card (EPIC) issued in any constituency across Tamil Nadu will be accepted as valid proof of identity, provided the voter's name is on the electoral roll of their polling station.

Residents in Erode, Tamil Nadu, are threatening to boycott the upcoming Assembly election due to an ongoing dispute over the issuance of No Objection Certificates required for the sale of their land plots.

An analysis highlights five key factors that are expected to influence the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, including strains within the DMK alliance and the impact of actor Vijay's political entry.

VK Sasikala has revealed the name of the party she will be associated with and its election symbol ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections.

The Railway Protection Force (RPF) seized 201 used mobile phone handsets valued at ₹10 lakh in Mangaluru. The seizure occurred ahead of the upcoming Assembly polls in Kerala and Tamil Nadu.

On seat-sharing for the Tamil Nadu Assembly election

The DMK and Congress have finalized their seat-sharing agreement for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, confirming their alliance's continuation for 21 years, despite a brief separation in 2014.

The AIADMK party will hold seat-sharing talks for the Tamil Nadu Assembly election after the Prime Minister's visit, following the inauguration of its election office in Chennai.

TTV Dhinakaran has mocked VK Sasikala's new political party launch. He compared it to instant food and stated it will not impact the NDA's chances in the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. Sasikala announced her return to politics and the formation of a new Dravidian party. Dhinakaran asserted that true followers of Jayalalithaa remain united.

Former AIADMK leader VK Sasikala has hinted at launching a new political party, making the announcement during an event commemorating former chief minister Jayalalithaa's birth anniversary. She said, "Good news will come". This potential move could introduce a three-way contest in the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, alongside the existing DMK and BJP-AIADMK alliances.

Vijay has rejected Stalin’s 'T.N. vs Delhi' narrative in the Assembly election, asserting that the fight is between TVK and DMK and accusing the DMK government of failing to fulfill its 2021 poll promises.

The Manithaneya Makkal Katchi (MMK) party, led by M.H. Jawahirullah, will contest the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly election using the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK)'s 'Rising Sun' symbol after seat-sharing talks.

Congress MP S Jothimani has alleged "massive irregularities" in the allocation of constituencies and the selection of party candidates for the upcoming April 23 Tamil Nadu Assembly polls.

An AMMK Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) has been expelled from the party after publicly praising actor Vijay during a session in the Tamil Nadu assembly. The expulsion highlights internal party discipline regarding public statements.

Following exit polls predicting a substantial win for Vijay's party in the Tamil Nadu assembly polls, an ally of MK Stalin has praised the party's performance.

The upcoming 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections are shaping up as a subtle battle between the DMK and BJP, with the BJP facing challenges in uniting allies and countering the DMK's strong narrative.

Leema Rose Martin, wife of lottery tycoon Santiago Martin and an AIADMK candidate, has declared assets worth Rs 1,049.5 crore, making her the wealthiest candidate in the Tamil Nadu assembly elections.

K Annamalai, who previously led the BJP in Tamil Nadu and was a prominent figure in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, was reportedly not included in the party's candidate list for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly polls. This development has sparked questions regarding his political future.

The BJP has unveiled its candidate list for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections after internal discussions, with former state president K Annamalai notably absent from the initial selection.

Thirumavalavan, leader of the VCK party, defended their electoral strategy for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly election, stating the party is acting with a clear long-term perspective and is accepting applications from cadre to contest.

In the 2021 Tamil Nadu Assembly election, the DMK-led alliance swept to power with 159 seats.

An additional 250 companies of paramilitary force are being deployed for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly election, with other preparatory operations also underway.

The Hindu introduces its 'Constituency Watch' segment, offering a compilation of on-ground coverage for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly election in 2026.

Cash and valuables totaling ₹44 lakh have been seized in Coimbatore since the Model Code of Conduct took effect, indicating intensified election enforcement in Tamil Nadu.

The full schedule for the Tamil Nadu Assembly Election in 2026, including voting and result dates, has been announced.

As the battle for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections intensifies, the ruling M K Stalin-led Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) is banking heavily on an expansive alliance strategy.

Authorities in Perambalur district have seized ₹3.10 lakh in cash being carried without proper documents, ahead of the Tamil Nadu Assembly election.

The AIADMK party has undertaken a significant overhaul of its governing council and key committees as part of its preparations for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections.

The KMDK party has finalized a seat-sharing agreement with the DMK, agreeing to contest two seats in the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly election under the DMK's 'Rising Sun' symbol.

TVK joint general secretary C.T.R. Nirmalkumar confirmed that the party continues to receive and scrutinize applications from ticket aspirants as Vijay begins interviewing candidates for the Tamil Nadu Assembly election.

The DMK has successfully finalized seat-sharing arrangements with a major alliance partner for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly election, ensuring coalition stability.

Tamil Nadu's political scene is undergoing changes in anticipation of the 2026 assembly elections, marked by new alliances and the BJP's efforts to challenge traditional Dravidian parties.

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has reviewed preparedness for the upcoming Assembly election in Tamil Nadu, with Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar interacting with political party representatives.

The Income Tax Department has established a 24x7 control room for the Tamil Nadu Assembly election, urging the public to report information on large amounts of cash, jewelry, or freebies.

CPI(M) leader Shanmugam has expressed doubts about AIADMK's role in the NDA's seat-sharing discussions for the Tamil Nadu Assembly election, noting that some alliance parties indicated they would only negotiate with the BJP.

A day after TVK general secretary Aadhav Arjuna hinted that party chief and actor Vijay could contest from a North Madras constituency in the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, anticipation is building across the industrial belt of North Chennai

Actor Vijay has officially announced his political ambitions, stating that the 2026 Tamil Nadu assembly elections will be a direct contest against Chief Minister MK Stalin, whom he accused of making false promises.

CPI(M) leader P. Shanmugam expressed confidence that the DMK will disprove claims that it cannot win consecutive terms in the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly election, with CPI(M) seeking a two-digit number of seats in alliance talks.

The Tamil Nadu assembly speaker is reviewing separate petitions from the EPS and Shanmugham factions of the AIADMK, each seeking the disqualification of lawmakers from the opposing group following a party split.

India's Supreme Court stayed a Madras High Court order that had restrained a TVK MLA from participating in a floor test in the Tamil Nadu assembly. The Supreme Court described the High Court's order as "atrocious."

The Madras High Court has barred TVK MLA Seenivasa Sethupathi, who won by a single vote, from participating in the Tamil Nadu Assembly floor test. The MLA has since moved the Supreme Court to challenge this decision, with a hearing scheduled for tomorrow.

TVK MLA J C D Prabhakar has filed his nomination for the Speaker of the Tamil Nadu assembly and is expected to be elected unopposed, with support from Vijay. The 73-year-old former AIADMK member brings extensive legislative experience to the role.

The Election Commission announced a record 85.1% voter turnout in the recent Tamil Nadu assembly elections, with 4.88 crore citizens casting ballots. Women voters significantly outnumbered men, continuing a previous trend.

Information regarding the date, time, and platforms to check the Tamil Nadu Assembly Election Results for 2026 has been announced.

The Madras High Court has denied a prisoner's plea seeking permission to vote in the Tamil Nadu Assembly Election scheduled for 2026.

Former Tamil Nadu BJP chief K. Annamalai has announced his decision not to contest the upcoming assembly elections, stating he will instead focus on statewide campaigning.

The BJP has released its list of 27 candidates for the Tamil Nadu assembly elections on April 23, notably excluding Annamalai, a former state unit chief and once a prominent figure in the party's southern leadership.

Election observers, including officers from the Indian Administrative Service and Indian Revenue Service, have been appointed for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections in Vellore and surrounding districts.

Dhinakaran stated that only the AIADMK-led NDA alliance has the capability to defeat the DMK in the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly election, asserting that the state's people are ready to oust the current regime.

AIADMK leader Edappadi K. Palaniswami met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Delhi to discuss seat-sharing arrangements, and subsequently announced that the seat-sharing process for the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections 2026 will be finalized within four days.

General and Expenditure observers have arrived in Kallakurichi to oversee the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly election.

In the DMK stronghold of Chepauk-Thiruvallikeni, civic issues and calls for permanent solutions and improved security are dominating the discourse ahead of the Tamil Nadu Assembly Election, which is set for a four-cornered contest.

Ahead of the April 23 election, citizens in Tamil Nadu have until March 26 to check their names in the electoral roll and apply for inclusion if not yet registered.

The NDA alliance has condemned the DMK government for the deteriorating law and order situation in Tamil Nadu, with G.K. Vasan previously stating that the NDA must ensure women's safety ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections.

A case has been registered against an NTK candidate for violating the Model Code of Conduct after reportedly holding a candidate introduction meeting on Car Street in Anthiyur on Sunday evening.

The All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) is reportedly facing an existential battle in the upcoming 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, having struggled electorally since the death of its leader J Jayalalithaa.

In the 2001 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, AIADMK supremo Jayalalithaa filed nominations from four seats and all four nominations were rejected. Protests erupted.

Highly placed sources indicate that Sowmiya Anbumani is likely to enter the fray in a PMK stronghold for the Tamil Nadu Assembly election, maintaining a good relationship with the AIADMK and BJP.

The Chennai Police Commissioner stated that all necessary law and order measures have been taken to ensure the smooth conduct of the Tamil Nadu Assembly election.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin expressed satisfaction over the successful completion of the seat-sharing deal between the DMK and Congress for the upcoming Assembly election, stating it has been widely appreciated.

The DMK and Congress parties have formally commenced seat-sharing negotiations for the upcoming April-May Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, ending days of speculation about their alliance.

The DMK is unwilling to concede to the Congress party's demand for more seats in the Tamil Nadu Assembly polls, citing the need to distribute seats among new allies.

Negotiations between the DMK and Congress over seat-sharing for the Tamil Nadu Assembly election have reached a stalemate, with no confirmed date for further talks.

In a dramatic political move ahead of the Tamil Nadu Assembly election, expelled AIADMK leader VK Sasikala has announced that she will launch her own party and field candidates - a direct challenge to AIADMK chief Edappadi K. Palaniswami.

Actor-turned-politician Vijay's decision to contest the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections from Chennai North marks a significant political shift, challenging a traditional DMK stronghold.

The ruling DMK party has initiated seat-sharing negotiations with its allies for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly election, with Congress leader KC Venugopal meeting Chief Minister MK Stalin.

The DMK has commenced seat-sharing negotiations with its allies for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly election, with initial talks held with the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML).