Tamil actor and TVK chief Vijay broke his silence on the Karur stampede, attacking CM MK Stalin for “peddling lies” and questioning the Madras High Court’s SIT order citing Supreme Court’s remarks. He said the 2026 polls would be a direct fight between “TVK and DMK.”
The Madras High Court is investigating the alleged custodial death of Ajit Kumar, a 27-year-old temple guard, raising concerns about police brutality amid reports of 24 custodial deaths in Tamil Nadu over four years. Six police officers have been suspended as the court demands detailed inquiries and accountability from authorities.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has condemned President Droupadi Murmu’s request to the Supreme Court regarding timelines for Governor assent on State Bills. He argues it undermines constitutional authority and calls it a tactic to weaken opposition-led governments. The Supreme Court previously ruled against delays by the Tamil Nadu Governor, emphasizing judicial authority.
The Madras High Court reprimanded Minister Ponmudy for offensive remarks about Shaivite and Vaishnavite communities, emphasizing that no one in power is above the law. Justice Venkatesh ordered a single FIR against him by April 23, urging accountability for hate speech regardless of political affiliation. Ponmudy was removed from a DMK leadership role.
NEW DELHI: Today, 8th April: The Supreme Court has ruled that Governor R.N Ravi’s delay and refusal to give assent to 10 bills passed by the state legislature — including two passed during the AIADMK regime — was “illegal” and “arbitrary”. This judgment has been called a “historic verdict” by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin.