Tag: Tamil Nadu
Converts from Backward Classes to Islam can’t claim Backward Class status: Madras High Court
The Madras High Court has struck down a Tamil Nadu government order that allowed persons who had converted to Islam to be treated as Backward Class Muslims after conversion.
Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar takes a dig at Tamil Nadu politicians over Mekedatu dam project; all about the dispute between the two neighbours
CM Vijay alleged that Karnataka going ahead with the project violates the final award of the Cauvery Water Disputes Tribunal (CWDT) and the Supreme Court’s 2018 judgment on the interstate river water dispute.
Tamil Nadu: 3 AIADMK MLAs resign from assembly, join ruling TVK
Even though leader of the rebel faction SP Velumani had denied having any intention to split the party last week, these latest resignations have again raised the prospect of a split in AIADMK.
Tamil Nadu: CM Vijay proves majority in the assembly, 24 AIADMK MLAs extend support
Along with his party TVK, Vijay got the support of MLAs from IUML, VCK, CPI, CPI(M), and Congress. The tally was further boosted by support from the AIADMK's two dozen lawmakers.
Tamil Nadu: CM Joseph Vijay appoints his astrologer as the OSD
Whether the controversy fades quickly or becomes a recurring talking point will depend on how influential Vettrivel actually becomes inside the government.
Tamil Nadu still awaits its new Chief Minister as Vijay scrambles to get support to reach the majority mark
Vijay has already met the Governor 3 times seeking invitation to form the government but the Governor is still not convinced that he has the required numbers.