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According to the official data released at the end of round 1, Vignesh is leading, marking a strong debut for actor-turned-politician Vijay's party in the Coimbatore district.

KN Nehru of Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) won the Tiruchirappalli (West) constituency with a margin of 4,786 votes. He garnered 88,235 votes, while Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) candidate G Ramamoorthi came second with 83449 votes.

Madurai East, a key constituency, has seen the DMK emerge as a dominant force, securing significant victories in recent elections. The upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly polls pit the ruling DMK against the AIADMK and a BJP-backed alliance, with campaigns focusing on welfare, law and order, and identity politics.

India's NEET-2026 medical entrance exam was cancelled due to a paper leak, impacting over 23 lakh students and reigniting concerns about the National Testing Agency's systemic dysfunction. This recurring issue has led to significant uncertainty for students, disrupted academic calendars, and strained hospital services, prompting calls for accountability and reforms.

Actor Vijay's TVK party is making a strong debut in Madurai's assembly elections. The party is leading in several key constituencies, including Madurai East and Madurai Central. Established parties DMK and AIADMK face unexpected challenges. TVK candidates are ahead of sitting ministers and incumbent MLAs. This election marks a significant shift in Madurai's political landscape.

Early trends show the NDA, led by AINRC, is set to retain power in Puducherry. Chief Minister N Rangasamy secured the Thattanchavady seat, a key victory. The Congress-DMK alliance struggles, indicating a fragmented opposition. The NDA's organizational strength and voter outreach appear to have secured them another term, promising continuity in governance.

AIADMK members reportedly received a tip-off that DMK members had been distributing cash to voters in the locality. Acting on the information, AIADMK members intercepted a car bearing a Krishnagiri district registration number.

Udhayanidhi made this attack on former chief minister and AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami while campaigning for DMK candidate K V K Sabari Karthikeyan in Kinathukadavu constituency in Coimbatore.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin campaigned in Vellore for the upcoming Assembly elections. He visited a tea shop and interacted with residents. The DMK faces a rematch against the AIADMK in Vellore. Stalin also criticized the BJP's stance on delimitation and promised welfare schemes for women. Tamil Nadu votes on April 23.

The channel’s administrative office in Karumathampatti police limits has since been sealed and its broadcasting equipment seized.

Tamil Nadu's 2026 elections see a surge of namesake candidates, with over 100 constituencies featuring individuals mirroring prominent contenders. This tactic, aimed at confusing voters, has been observed in key races, impacting close contests. While the Election Commission now includes candidate photographs on EVMs, experts believe more robust measures are needed to curb this electoral manipulation and ensure fair play.

After filing his nomination papers on Monday afternoon, Velumani told reporters that the AIADMK had implemented many projects in Thondamuthur.

Puducherry's 9.5 lakh voters will elect 294 candidates across 30 Assembly seats on April 9. The ruling NDA faces a challenge from the INDIA bloc and actor Vijay's TVK party. Chief Minister N Rangasamy is contesting from two constituencies as all arrangements are in place for the polls.

DMK is fielding Senthil Balaji in Coimbatore South with a hope to silence factions which worked against the party’s prospects in Coimbatore district in previous elections.

AMMK leader T T V Dhinakaran has revealed the party's candidates for 11 seats in the upcoming April 23 polls. These seats are part of the AIADMK-led NDA alliance. Many of the chosen nominees are former MLAs and senior party officials. However, some long-time supporters expressed disappointment at not being included in the alliance.

TMC, IJK, and Puratchi Bharatham leaders announced their candidates for the April 23 polls as part of the AIADMK-led NDA. G K Vasan's TMC will field five candidates under the BJP's 'lotus' symbol, while IJK and Puratchi Bharatham candidates will contest under the AIADMK's 'two leaves' symbol. Puthiya Neethi Katchi will field candidates under both AIADMK and BJP symbols.

Tamil Nadu's political giants, DMK and AIADMK, are set for a fierce electoral battle across 122 constituencies, including a significant 12 in the state capital. The western belt, a traditional AIADMK stronghold, will witness 37 direct contests.

The arrested woman has been identified as N Saroja, 75, of Anbu Nagar in Pollachi. The victim, R Visalatchi, 77, was living alone at her house in Anbu Nagar.