TVK chief Vijay and AIADMK leader Palaniswami condemned the DMK government for the late-night arrest of protesting sanitation workers in Chennai. Court questioned police action, calling it “illegal detention.”
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) refuted claims of harassment during its March raids on TASMAC, asserting the process was conducted properly with TASMAC staff’s cooperation. The Madras High Court heard arguments, with the case stemming from alleged money laundering linked to FIRs dating back to 2017. Further hearings are scheduled for Monday.
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Friday (17th Jan) urged Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi and the ruling DMK government to resolve their ongoing conflict over the appointment of vice-chancellors for state-run universities. The court emphasized that the matter, which has been dragging on for years, must be settled soon.
The Madras High Court has raised concerns about V Senthil Balaji’s tenure as a DMK minister despite his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate on money laundering charges, sparking a debate on political accountability and the treatment of public officials in legal matters. This case underscores the delicate balance between individual rights and the standards of conduct for government office holders.
