Makkal Needhi Maiam office-bearers join Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam
The Hindu
Party says the defected members were inactive
Makkal Needhi Maiam’s (MNM)’ Alandur constituency in-charge Mukesh Khanna, Velachery and Saidapet constituencies in-charge Perumal, along with a few Maiam cadres, joined the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) in the presence of party president and Chief Minister M.K. Stalin and Health Minister Ma. Subramaniam this week.
Mr. Khanna told The Hindu he decided to join the DMK “after being inspired” by the work of the State government in the first 200 days.
MNM sources claimed those who joined the DMK were inactive in the party and that it would not affect them. After the Assembly election, a slew of second-line leaders had left MNM claiming that party founder Kamal Haasan was autocratic and undemocratic.
China’s EAST fusion reactor surpasses density limits, paving the way for advancements in sustainable fusion energy production.
Chennai Metrowater aims for continuous water supply in Adyar zone, boosting daily supply to 50 million litres in two years.
Karnataka's Bhoomi project offers lessons for other States rushing to digitise land records
The Manidhanaeyam Free IAS Academy in Chennai distributes The Hindu Yearbook 2026 and financial support to UPSC candidates.
London's homicide rate per capita reaches an all-time low, challenging perceptions of safety in the city.
Congress MP Manish Tewari emphasizes internal cohesion as vital for India's strategic autonomy amid global challenges in his new book.
Without strengthening the foundations laid in a child's earliest years of life, India’s development ambitions risk being on fragile ground
Selvaperunthagai claims CBI's actions against TVK leader Vijay aim to coerce him into a BJP alliance, asserting INDIA bloc's strength.
Discover Anushka's inspiring journey from humble beginnings to a standout WPL debut, showcasing her talent and determination in cricket.
“Walk for Equality was aimed at creating a movement to crush the forces attempting to divide the people along religious line, said Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (MDMK) leader Vaiko. Concluding his 140-kilometre ‘Samathuva nadai payanam’ from Tiruchi to Madurai on Monday, Mr. Vaiko said, “The Hindutva forces are actively attempting to drive a wedge between communities through various incidents, most notably the Thirupparankundram deepam controversy, using identity-based politics to achieve their divisive motives.”
The Tamil Nadu government paid ₹1,237.80 crore for the CMCHIS, covering over 1.45 crore families with enhanced health benefits.
Prices of vegetables, fruits, and other commodities have shot up in Bengaluru ahead of Sankranti, with the city’s major markets witnessing increased footfall.
Odisha Governor praises GVL's Sankranti celebrations for showcasing rural traditions and promoting community bonding and self-sufficiency.