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Two drown in abandoned quarry near Sattur

May 07, 2026, 06:44 (IST)

Man murders woman colleague in Ramnad; arrested in Bihar

TNN / May 09, 2026, 13:47 (IST)

Programmes help students, women

TNN / May 11, 2026, 02:25 (IST)

Two more held for burglary at DMK candidate’s house

TNN / May 10, 2026, 12:07 (IST)

Changes in train services in Madurai division

TNN / May 02, 2026, 01:10 (IST)

virudhunagar election results 2026: TVK’s SP Selvam wins, DMDK’s Vijayaprabhaakar finishes second

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 04, 2026, 21:40 (IST)

virudhunagar, a DMK stronghold, saw AR R. Seenivasan win the 2021 Assembly elections by a significant margin. The DMK has historically performed well in the constituency, securing three victories since 1977. The upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections feature a contest between the DMK, AIADMK, and a BJP-led alliance, with key issues including welfare, law and order, and identity politics.

Sattur assembly polls 2026: DMK’s Kadarkarairaj A wins, BJP’s Nainar Nagenthran finishes second

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 04, 2026, 21:56 (IST)

Sattur, a key virudhunagar constituency known for its industries, gears up for the 2026 assembly elections with TVK, DMK, and BJP fielding candidates. Past election results show a close contest between AIADMK and DMK, with AIADMK winning five times and DMK four since 1977.

For 8th time, visually impaired govt school records 100% results

TNN / May 10, 2026, 12:14 (IST)

Owner arrested in fireworks unit blast case

TNN / Apr 28, 2026, 03:47 (IST)

Srivilliputhur (SC) election results 2026: TVK candidate A Karthik secures victory; CPI’s P Mahalingam comes second

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 04, 2026, 21:50 (IST)

A. Karthik of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam has won the 2026 Srivilliputhur (SC) Assembly elections, unseating the historically AIADMK-dominated constituency. CPI's P. Mahalingam secured the second position in the multi-cornered contest, which focused on welfare and social justice issues.

Sivakasi election results 2026: Keerthana S of TVK wins, Congress’ Ashokan G finishes second

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 04, 2026, 19:14 (IST)

Keerthana S of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam won the election. Ashokan G of Indian National Congress came second. Sivakasi saw a political shift in 2021. For 2026, Ashokan, Rajenthrabhalaji, Diana, and Keerthana are candidates. Ashokan won in 2021. Rajenthrabhalaji won in 2016 and 2011. AIADMK historically dominated the constituency.

Man arrested for abducting ex-girlfriend

TNN / May 10, 2026, 00:39 (IST)

Tamil Nadu election result: Vijay’s TVK stands out as only major party to field Brahmin candidates, both leading

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 04, 2026, 15:03 (IST)

In the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, TVK and Naam Tamilar Katchi are the only parties fielding Brahmin candidates, with TVK's candidates currently leading. Early trends show TVK emerging as a significant force, leading in over a hundred constituencies across various regions of the state, including traditional Dravidian strongholds and Congress strongholds.

Collector warns cracker units after bid to stall inspection

TNN / Apr 27, 2026, 00:05 (IST)

DMK loses 12 of 40 seats it had south TN, AIADMK loses face in Madurai

May 06, 2026, 03:12 (IST)

Rajapalayam election results 2026: TVC’s Jegadeshwari K secures convincing win, defeats DMK’s Thangapandian S by 10,605 votes

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 04, 2026, 20:11 (IST)

Jegadeshwari K of TVK secured a decisive victory in Rajapalayam, defeating DMK's Thangapandian S by 10,605 votes. This win marks a significant shift in the historically competitive constituency, known for its textile industry. The election campaign focused on welfare, industrial growth, and law and order.

27 devotees injured as temporary shelter collapses

TNN / May 01, 2026, 22:59 (IST)

Daughter-in-law held for gold loot from DMK man’s house

TNN / Apr 29, 2026, 00:23 (IST)

Tamil Nadu assembly set to reflect greater diversity with more women, Dalits, minorities

TNN / May 06, 2026, 04:37 (IST)

Tamil Nadu's new assembly boasts increased diversity with 25 minority, 50 SC/ST, and 23 women representatives. TVK party is credited with breaking caste and religious barriers by fielding Dalit candidates in general constituencies, with several securing victories. This marks a significant shift from traditional candidate selection practices.