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Cauvery dispute: Water scarcity, dam protests, and legal aid

18 clusters · 66 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Karnataka Cauvery water appeal to be heard by Supreme Court on Sep 14

The Cauvery water-sharing dispute has intensified as farmer organizations in Tamil Nadu prepare for a five-day statewide protest beginning September 20. The Coordination Committee of All Farmers' Associations of Tamil Na

TVK forms SSJV Alliance and receives party recognition

8 clusters · 29 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: DMK and VCK trade accusations over shifting political alliances

Political friction continues to grow within the Tamil Nadu alliance between the ruling Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) and the Indian National Congress regarding leadership ambitions for the 2029 elections. While TVK legi

August and September streaming content releases

15 clusters · 62 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Streaming platforms announce new OTT releases for mid-September 2026

Streaming platforms continue to expand their catalogs with various new films and series throughout August and into September 2026. Prime Video has been releasing episodes of ‘Reacher’ season 4, which premiered on August

Tamil Nadu political clash over Stalin arrest

14 clusters · 66 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: MK Stalin responds to CM Vijay following Assembly gesture controversy

Following Udhayanidhi Stalin’s arrest on 3 August 2026, protests spread across Chennai and other districts. The arrest stemmed from remarks regarding the Cauvery water dispute, which the ruling Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam (T

C. Joseph Vijay administration in Tamil Nadu

10 clusters · 63 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Tamil Nadu CM Joseph Vijay expected to reshuffle cabinet

C. Joseph Vijay, founder of the TVK party, serves as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, leading a coalition that includes the Congress, VCK, IUML, and Left parties. His administration aims for a USD 1.5 trillion state eco

Chennai sanitary workers suspend protest over wage and job

4 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Chennai sanitation workers suspend protest over wage and employment demands

Sanitary workers in Chennai, represented by the Uzhaippor Urimai Iyakkam (UUI), have engaged in prolonged protests at the Ripon Building to demand labor reforms and job regularization. By the sixth day of demonstrations,

Mettur Dam sluice gates opened for Cauvery Delta irrigation

11 clusters · 23 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Mettur Dam water discharge increased to 12,000 cusecs for Kaveri Delta irrigation

On September 1, 2026, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay officially opened the sluice gates of the Mettur Dam (Stanley Reservoir) to provide irrigation for the Cauvery Delta region. This release is intended to sup

Mekedatu dam project dispute

3 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Karnataka officials ordered to expedite Mekedatu project

The Mekedatu dam project on the Cauvery River remains a significant point of contention between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. The Karnataka government is actively seeking approvals from the Central Water Commission to addres

Tamil Nadu industrial and infrastructure development

2 clusters · 15 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Chennai to receive new Secretariat, Olympic City, and Motorsports hub

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has announced a series of large-scale industrial and infrastructure development projects across the state. Initial plans focused on technological and logistical growth, includin

Tamil Nadu political alliance and corruption disputes

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Manickam Tagore addresses TN political alliances and corruption

Political tensions in Tamil Nadu have escalated between DMK MP Kanimozhi and Tamil Nadu Congress Committee leader Manickam Tagore. The dispute initially centered on parliamentary delimitation and the nature of potential

Tamil Nadu school breakfast scheme expansion

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Vijay to launch school breakfast scheme expansion in Virudhunagar

The Tamil Nadu government is expanding the Perunthalaivar Kamarajar Breakfast Scheme to include students in Classes 6 through 8 in government and aided schools. Under new Standard Operating Procedures, Self-Help Groups (

Tamil Nadu airport development policy

4 clusters · 30 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Hosur airport project faces opposition in Tamil Nadu Assembly

The Tamil Nadu government has faced criticism regarding its aviation and investment strategies as neighboring states like Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka advance major airport projects. Initially, the state maintained a ban

Indian leadership preference survey results

2 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: India political landscape: Modi leads PM preference as Gandhi faces religious backlash

The ‘Mood of the Nation’ survey conducted by India Today–C Voter highlights current leadership preferences in India. Prime Minister Narendra Modi leads the preferred candidates for the premiership with 48.7 percent suppo

Tamil Nadu water management and monsoon preparedness

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: Tamil Nadu allocates Rs 42 crore for monsoon flood preparedness

The Tamil Nadu government has initiated large-scale water management and flood preparedness measures in response to low reservoir levels and potential weather disruptions. On August 17, the state launched a Rs 500-crore

Tamil Nadu temple trustee administration disputes

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Tamil Nadu ministers clash over temple trustee appointments

The Tamil Nadu Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments (HR&CE) Department established a seven-member state-level committee to select non-hereditary trustees for temples earning more than Rs 10 lakh annually. Chaired by

Tamil Nadu state song mandate and legal proceedings

4 clusters · 19 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: Madras High Court rules Tamil state anthem can be sung first

The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly has unanimously passed a resolution to mandate the singing of the state song, ‘Tamil Thai Vazhthu’, at the beginning of all official functions. The mandate applies to government office

Indian political disputes over minority rights and border

2 clusters · 13 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: India denies Chinese border encroachment as Southern States summit begins

Indian political leaders have engaged in disputes regarding minority rights and border security in Arunachal Pradesh. Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi accused the BJP of targeting various religious and social groups, argui

Tamil Nadu political rivalry and party developments

3 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 26 days ago

Latest: Tamil Nadu Assembly debates TVK government budget and infrastructure plans

Political tensions in the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly have intensified during debates over the 2026-2027 budget and agricultural reports. Minister Adhav Arjunan has leveled allegations against DMK members regarding t

Jana Nayagan becomes highest-grossing Kollywood film of 2026

24 clusters · 93 sources · last updated 26 days ago

Latest: Vijay's final film Jana Nayagan to stream on ZEE5

After securing an ‘A’ certificate and opening on 23 July 2026, Jana Nayagan posted a net ₹24.67 crore and gross ₹29.11 crore on day 1, crossing ₹100 crore worldwide by day 2 and ₹200 crore by day 4. By the sixth day the

Tamil Nadu political controversy involving CM Vijay and Tris

2 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 26 days ago

Latest: DMK criticizes CM Vijay and actress Trisha over Independence Day conduct

Political tensions in Tamil Nadu have escalated involving Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay, his party Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), and actress Trisha Krishnan. Initially, AIADMK leader R. B. Udayakumar accused the TVK

Tamil Nadu political and Kaveri water dispute developments

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 29 days ago

Latest: Nirmal Kumar accuses DMK of seeking BJP help to protect family

Tamil Nadu Minister Nirmal Kumar has addressed several state issues, including the Kaveri water dispute and domestic political tensions. Initially, Kumar ruled out an all-party meeting regarding the Kaveri dispute, stati

Tamil Nadu fishermen detention in Sri Lanka

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 30 days ago

Latest: Tamil Nadu CM seeks diplomatic aid for detained fishermen in Sri Lanka

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay has appealed to India’s External Affairs Minister for diplomatic intervention following the detention of Indian fishermen by the Sri Lankan Navy. In August 2026, nine fishermen from the