The Supreme Court of India declined to urgently hear Tamil Nadu’s petition against the Union government for withholding Rs.2,151.59 crore in educational funds. The state alleges the Centre is improperly linking fund release to compliance with the NEP 2020, which it opposes, highlighting the urgent need for funding to ensure educational quality.
Chennai, May 22, 2025 — The Advocate General (AG) of Tamil Nadu, PS Raman, has assured the Madras High Court that he will advise the State government not to close over 40 FIRs (First Information Reports) related to the TASMAC scam, at least for the time being. This assurance came while the court was hearing a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking a CBI investigation into the alleged Rs.1,000 crore TASMAC scam.
Today, On 12th April, In a historic move, the Tamil Nadu Government has notified 10 bills as “deemed to have been assented” by the Governor, following a Supreme Court verdict. The Court criticized the Governor’s undue delay, marking the first time in Indian legislative history that bills take effect without gubernatorial assent but through judicial affirmation.
The Madras High Court criticized the Tamil Nadu government for not informing it about a transfer petition to the Supreme Court regarding the TASMAC and ED case. The court expressed disappointment, feeling the State acted unfairly. The ED claims financial irregularities in TASMAC operations involved more than Rs.1,000 crore and sparked political tensions.
Today, On 1st April, During a hearing on the Tamil Nadu government’s plea against the ED’s searches at TASMAC headquarters, the Madras High Court questioned the timing of the raids. Justice S.M. Subramaniam noted that even state agencies conduct searches, but Advocate General P.S. Raman clarified that the state does not conduct late-night raids like the ED. The court raised concerns over officials being prevented from leaving the premises during the searches. The matter continues to be reviewed by the bench.
