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In Tamil Nadu's upcoming elections, DMK and AIADMK are strategically recalibrating their focus on 25 constituencies with narrow victory margins from 2021. Both parties have adjusted their seat allocations to allies and internal candidates based on past performance and alliance pressures. This intense recalibration sets the stage for high-stakes contests in key constituencies, with significant campaigning efforts underway.

In a bold move leading up to the 2026 Tamil Nadu assembly elections, the BJP has rolled out its candidate lineup, showcasing influential figures such as Nainar Nagenthran and Tamilisai Soundararajan. Interestingly, K Annamalai, the former state president, has been left off the list.

AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami vowed to revive party schemes if elected, accusing the DMK government of stalling them. He expressed confidence in his alliance's victory in the upcoming Tamil Nadu assembly elections. Meanwhile, prominent leaders from AIADMK, BJP, and PMK filed their nominations across various constituencies, engaging in electoral campaigning and criticism of the ruling DMK.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Tamil Nadu BJP leaders, urging them to challenge the DMK government on its financial management and the utilization of central funds. The meeting focused on developing a strong counter-narrative for the upcoming election campaign, addressing issues like language sentiment and fund allocation. Senior leaders were encouraged to boost the party's electoral performance.

The BJP has unveiled its candidate list for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, following internal discussions and cadre concerns. Notably, former state president K Annamalai is absent from this initial selection. Prominent figures like Tamilisai Soundararajan and Vanathi Srinivasan have been fielded from key constituencies, signaling the party's strategic approach for the upcoming polls.

Former BJP state president K Annamalai has been summoned to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Chennai after not being included in the party's candidate list for Tamil Nadu. While the party states he chose to campaign statewide, his absence from the ballot sparks debate within BJP circles regarding its impact on voter mobilization and alliance dynamics.

Former Tamil Nadu BJP chief K. Annamalai has voluntarily opted out of contesting the upcoming assembly elections, stating he informed the party leadership in writing. Union minister Piyush Goyal confirmed Annamalai will focus on statewide campaigning.

BJP leader K Annamalai clarified he chose not to contest the Tamil Nadu assembly elections to focus on campaigning for the party and allies across multiple states. His decision, accepted by the leadership, allows him a broader organizational role, aiming to boost NDA candidates' prospects.

BJP cadres in Coimbatore protested the AIADMK's decision to not allot the Kinathukadavu constituency to them, despite expectations of a strong performance. While the party is finalizing candidate lists for various seats, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Chennai and Puducherry on April 3, with a brief stop in Coimbatore.

AIADMK has allocated 27 seats to BJP, limiting its presence in Coimbatore and Chennai to one seat each. Key constituencies like Tirunelveli were not allotted, with Sattur being the replacement. BJP secured only two of its 2021 winning seats, facing direct contests with Congress in some strongholds.

Chennai's Mylapore was a magnet for film music legends. Composers and singers like MS Viswanathan and TM Sounderarajan lived here. The area offered affordable homes and was close to film studios. Carnatic music and temples also attracted artists. Many learned music in Mylapore's streets. These homes now face change, but memories remain.

The deceased has been identified as L Srinivasan, 24 of Agaramthen and the injured is G Aravind Kumar, 25 of Vallalar Street.

The Supreme Court on Tuesday brushed aside fresh attempts by BCCI to bring its president N Srinivasan back into play in the board's affairs except the IPL chapter and said the charges were not "as simple as they appear".

The SC will pronounce its verdict on Srinivasan on Thursday and clear the suspense over his eligibility to seek re-election for BCCI's top post.

The audio launch of 'Adiyum Andamum' was held at Prasad lab today.

Cricketer Lakshmipathi Balaji and city model Priya Thalur tied the knot on Monday morning in a quiet ceremony in Chennai.

Born in Bangalore, brought up in Calcutta, achieving the peaks of success in Bombay, the tragically charismatic actor-director Guru Dutt spent a considerable part of his last two years in Madras, as Chennai was known then. It’s a fact that most biographers do not care to look at, though hapless Guru Dutt could not do so as the dream factories of the South worked considerably more efficiently than Bombay and paid up in time.

Police arrested seven people including the Tiruporur MLA on Sunday, a day after a passerby was injured in a gun-firing incident at Sengadu village near Tiruporur. The incident occurred during a clash between supporters of L Idhayavarman, the MLA, and AMMK’s Imayam Kumar, police said.