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TopicM.K. Stalin

Topic: M.K. Stalin

MK Stalin calls for united Opposition against BJP & its ‘gross discrimination’ at his ‘social justice’ meeting

Tamil Nadu CM's social justice event, which DMK says was 'non-political', was attended by leaders of 19 political parties. Issues like need for caste census and reservations were discussed.

Following his father’s footsteps? After b’day bash, Stalin to now host oppn parties at ‘social justice’ meet

Karunanidhi, who was seen as indispensable to national politics, engineered alliances on many occasions. Tamil Nadu CM Stalin's latest moves being seen as bid for lead role in oppn unity.

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin vows action if sexual harassment charges proved in Kalakshetra row

The CM was responding to a resolution put forth by opposition MLAs in the Assembly regarding the sexual harassment case in Kalashetra Foundation. The NCW inquiry has not found any evidence.

‘Plucked teeth, crushed testicles’ — Stalin orders ASP’s suspension after claims of custodial torture surface

Ambasamudram ASP Balveer Singh allegedly tortured at least 10 men in custody. DMK govt has ordered inquiry and put the officer on 'compulsory waiting'.

Milk poured on streets, dairy producers protest after talks with TN govt over procurement prices fail

Several milk producers threaten to stop supply to state-run cooperative Aavin till their demand is met. Dairy minister Nasar assures people supply from Aavin won't be affected.

TN BJP chief Annamalai booked for ‘false propaganda’ on migrant labourers, dares DMK to arrest him

This comes a day after K. Annamalai blamed ruling DMK for dividing the state and as being behind rumours of attacks on Bihari migrant workers in the state.

It’s Stalin’s 70th b’day bash & entire opposition’s invited. How it could lay groundwork for 2024

Guest list includes Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge, SP's Akhilesh Yadav & RJD's Tejashwi Yadav. The event's being seen as DMK’s attempt to project the Tamil Nadu CM as national leader.

Why Stalin’s planned pen-shaped monument in the sea for Karunanidhi is facing flak

The Rs 80 crore monument, proposed in an 'ecologically sensitive coastal zone', is awaiting environmental clearance. Fishermen say project will be 'huge blow' to 30 hamlets in Chennai.

Udhayanidhi to Aaditya Thackeray — here’s a look at the ‘son rise’ in India’s new politics

Last week, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin inducted his son Udhayanidhi into his cabinet. Political experts believe this is a relatively new trend that will lead to 'decay' in politics.  

BJP star campaigner in Himachal, Yogi Adityanath is avoiding Gujarat poll rallies

M.K. Stalin gifting PM Modi the Ponniyin Selvan book might be his idea of suggesting that the Tamil region was independent of North India.

On Camera

How GST changed import duty revenue for states—no blame, more profit

The IGST component of total import duty collections is growing faster than that from Customs duty. And states enjoy a larger share in the rapidly growing pie of IGST on imports.

How mining, manufacturing & power sectors weighed on India’s industrial output since January 2024

India’s industrial output growth saw a 10-month low in June, with Index of Industrial Production (IIP) growing by mere 1.5% as against 1.9% in May 2025.

India expands Southeast Asia defence footprint with new joint venture in Philippines

Memorandum of understanding between SMPP and ADFC was signed during state visit of Philippines’ President to India earlier this month.

Modi’s ready to risk it all for farmers. Farm reform can answer Trump with new Green Revolution

Standing up to America is usually not a personal risk for a leader in India. Any suggestions of foreign pressure unites India behind who they see as leading them in that fight.