DMK
Coverage of DMK in the Nexus archive.
- Madras High Court closes DMK’s 2016 case related to conduct of local body polls in Tamil Nadu
The Madras High Court has closed a 2016 case involving the DMK regarding local body elections in Tamil Nadu. Justice M. Dhandapani cited prior orders from retired Justice N. Kirubarakan as the reason for closing the case.
- SC declines plea to restrain TVK leaders’ remarks on Karur stampede
The Supreme Court declined a plea to restrain TVK leaders from making remarks on the Karur stampede, stating it is not a political forum and that false statements should be countered with 'more speech'. DMK leader R.S. Bharathi withdrew his impleadment application.
- Restore M.K. Stalin’s name in Nemmeli plaque, urges DMK
DMK urges restoration of M.K. Stalin's name on a Nemmeli plaque. Former DMK Minister T.M. Anbarasan claimed the plaque was covered with a cloth before Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay’s inspection visit.
- Karur stampede flashpoint: Ahead of Vijay’s meeting, SC to hear DMK plea against TVK leaders
The Supreme Court has agreed to urgently hear a plea from DMK to restrict TVK leaders from making public statements about the Karur stampede case. The case involves a stampede in Karur and legal proceedings related to public discourse by TVK leaders.
- DMK’s Gen Z wing leader Anbanantham withdraws anticipatory bail plea
DMK’s Gen Z wing leader Anbanantham withdrew his anticipatory bail plea. His counsel took this action after Justice C. Kumarappan indicated he was not inclined to grant the relief.
- Karur stampede case: Supreme Court agrees to hear DMK’s plea to bar TVK leaders from ‘influencing’ material witnesses, making ‘threatening’ statements
The Supreme Court will hear DMK's request to prevent TVK leaders from influencing witnesses and making threatening statements in the Karur stampede case. DMK's application claims TVK Minister Aadhav Arjuna made public statements against M.K. Stalin regarding the incident.
- TNRERA chairperson Shiv Das Meena, two members resign
TNRERA chairperson Shiv Das Meena and two members have resigned. They were appointed during the previous DMK government.
- Two DMK MLAs were offered Ministry post, money to join TVK, alleges R.S. Bharathi
Two DMK MLAs were allegedly offered a Ministry post and money to join TVK, per R.S. Bharathi. A DMK delegation met Governor Rajendra Viswanath Arlekar to seek action on allegations of 'horse-trading' by the ruling party and private individuals in a Cabinet meeting.
- DMK bound together by ideology, will rise like a phoenix, says Stalin
Stalin claims DMK is united by ideology and will rise again, asserting no political party can rival its organizational strength.
- DMK MLA Anitha Radhakrishnan gets bail in case over remarks against T.N. CM Vijay
Anitha Radhakrishnan, a DMK MLA, was granted bail in a case related to remarks against Tamil Nadu CM Vijay. He was arrested on Friday and produced before the court in Tiruchendur at around 10:30 p.m.
- Watch: Anitha Radhakrishnan’s arrest triggers DMK-TVK standoff
Anitha R. Radhakrishnan, a DMK MLA, was arrested for alleged remarks against Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay, sparking a political conflict between the ruling TVK and the DMK.
- Ex-Minister Vaigaichelvan quits AIADMK
Ex-Minister Vaigaichelvan has left the AIADMK. He previously defeated DMK's K.K..S.S.R Ramachandran in Aruppukottai in 2011 but lost in the 2016 and 2021 Assembly elections.
- DMK moves Supreme Court to bar TVK leaders from making ‘threatening’ public statements on Karur stampede
The DMK has petitioned the Supreme Court to prevent TVK leaders from making threatening public statements about the Karur stampede. The petition argues that Chief Minister Vijay's planned visit to Karur could undermine the fairness of the investigation.
- DMK MLA Anitha Radhakrishnan arrested over objectionable remarks against Tamil Nadu CM Vijay
Anitha Radhakrishnan, a DMK MLA, was arrested for making objectionable remarks against Tamil Nadu CM Vijay. The arrest followed the Madras High Court dismissing her anticipatory bail plea in a case registered by the Authoor police.
- ‘Agri’ Krishnamurthy challenges deserters to prove the alleged bid to form government with DMK’s support
'Agri' Krishnamurthy challenges legislators who left the AIADMK to prove claims of forming a government with DMK's support. The 47 AIADMK legislators who won elections adopted a resolution electing Palaniswami as the leader of their legislature party.
- DMK is not accepting defeat, says Shanmugam
Shanmugam states that DMK is not accepting defeat, noting that the party attempted to form a government jointly with AIADMK, though many members of both parties opposed the effort.
- DMK against horse trading in politics and gaining power through backdoor, says Regupathy
Regupathy states that DMK opposes horse trading in politics and gaining power through backdoor methods.
- DMK seeks DVAC probe into alleged bid to poach its MLAs
DMK is requesting a DVAC investigation into an alleged attempt to poach its MLAs. The party seeks to address the issue through the committee's probe.
- T.N. Minister Nirmalkumar accuses DMK’s Senthilbalaji of attempting to lure TVK MLAs
T.N. Minister Nirmalkumar accused DMK's Senthilbalaji of attempting to influence TVK MLAs to support a no-confidence motion against the Speaker. A TVK MLA filed a complaint, leading to the arrest of three individuals.
- Stalin sets up panel to recommend revamp of DMK organisation
Stalin has established a panel to recommend changes to the DMK organization. The panel comprises 19 teams, each with two members, tasked with visiting all Assembly constituencies to collect feedback from party cadres and functionaries.
- Minister Nirmalkumar claims DMK, AIADMK still trying to form government
Minister Nirmalkumar claims that DMK and AIADMK are still attempting to form a government. The statement highlights ongoing political efforts by these parties.
- DMK lawyer files PIL seeking inquiry into CM’s birthday celebrations in schools and colleges
A DMK lawyer filed a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking an inquiry into Chief Minister's birthday celebrations in schools and colleges. The lawyer alleges students were compelled to participate in political sloganeering and singing songs praising political figures.
- DMK seeks FIR over alleged participation of private individuals in Cabinet meetings
DMK has filed a complaint seeking an FIR against John Arockiasamy and Vishnu Reddy, described as close associates of the Chief Minister and residents of Andhra Pradesh, for allegedly attending Cabinet meetings and other high-level government deliberations at the Secretariat.
- Political parties, Independent MP write to CJI on SIR, role of ECI
Political parties, including Trinamool and Aam Aadmi Party, along with DMK and Independent MP Kapil Sibal, have written to the Chief Justice of India (CJI) regarding SIR and the role of the Election Commission of India (ECI). Trinamool leader Derek O’Brien mentioned that the letter was signed by these entities.
- Stalin, Kanimozhi condemn arrest of DMK cadre for protest against T.N. Minister Sarathkumar
Stalin and Kanimozhi condemn the arrest of DMK cadre protesting against T.N. Minister Sarathkumar. The DMK president criticizes Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay's actions as an attempt to protect a 'fake image' by intimidating opposition parties.
- Madras High Court orders status quo on attachment of properties of DMK ex-Minister Anitha Radhakrishnan by ED
The Madras High Court has ordered a status quo on the attachment of properties of Anitha Radhakrishnan, a former DMK minister, by the Enforcement Directorate (ED). The interim order was issued by Chief Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari and Justice G. Arul Murugan following appeals filed by the ED challenging a tribunal's decision.
- MDMK cuts ties with DMK alliance, pledges support to TVK government
MDMK has ended its alliance with DMK and will support the TVK government, according to General Secretary Vaiko. The party will not contest upcoming by-elections to back the ruling party.
- DMK and the AIADMK can merge, says CPI leader Veerapandian
CPI leader Veerapandian suggests that DMK and AIADMK can merge. The statement highlights a potential political alliance between the two parties.
- B. Manickam Tagore appointed as Tamil Nadu Congress Committee president
B. Manickam Tagore has been appointed as the president of the Tamil Nadu Congress Committee. The Congress party has ended its alliance with DMK and aligned with TVK to seek power in the state.
- MDMK’s general body to take a decision on alliance on Saturday
MDMK’s general body is set to decide on an alliance on Saturday. The party may ask its MLAs T.M. Rajendran and Senthil Selvan to resign from the Assembly due to their participation in the 2026 election under the DMK’s symbol.
- Stalin says no decision yet on contesting in bypoll
Stalin stated there is no decision yet on contesting the bypoll. DMK's K. N. Nehru mentioned Stalin might re-enter the Assembly soon.
- Complaint lodged against T.N. Higher Education Minister Viswanathan for touching girl athletes’ legs
A complaint was lodged against T.N. Higher Education Minister Viswanathan for engaging in uninvited physical contact with schoolgirl athletes during an event. The complaint was filed by Saranya Natarajan from the DMK’s legal wing, who described the contact as 'deliberate, uninvited, and inappropriate.'
- Vijay’s ‘party funds’ charge triggers assembly Showdown, DMK walks out
Chief Minister Vijay's claim about recovering misappropriated party funds from the previous regime caused a storm in the Tamil Nadu Assembly, leading to protests from the DMK and an Opposition walkout.
- TVK, DMK engage in heated debate in Tamil Nadu Assembly over CM Vijay’s remarks on ‘party funds’
TVK and DMK engaged in a heated debate in the Tamil Nadu Assembly over Chief Minister Vijay's remarks on 'party funds'. DMK MLAs staged a walkout during the Chief Minister's speech.
- IUML ends alliance with the DMK after six decades
IUML has ended its six-decade-long alliance with DMK. The party will now cooperate with TVK in Assembly byelections, Lok Sabha elections, and local body polls.
- TVK, AIADMK, DMK and PMK claim credit for empowering SCs
TVK, AIADMK, DMK, and PMK claim credit for empowering Scheduled Castes. Minister for Public Works Aadhav Arjuna urged parties to replace the term 'Thazhthapatta makkal' with a more neutral term like 'Scheduled Castes.'
- TVK tapped into public discontent against DMK, says Shanmugam
Shanmugam claims TVK capitalized on public dissatisfaction with DMK, while a CPI(M) leader contests the assertion that TVK's rise was driven by social media reels.
- All parties in T.N. Assembly back resolution against Karnataka’s Mekedatu project
All parties in Tamil Nadu Assembly supported a resolution opposing Karnataka’s Mekedatu project. Udhayanidhi Stalin stated that the DMK government under M.K. Stalin had previously opposed the project.
- Drug culture has taken deep roots in Tamil Nadu: Governor in address to Assembly
The Governor of Tamil Nadu highlighted the deep-rooted drug culture in the state during an address to the Assembly. The DMK party responded by raising slogans criticizing the state's law and order situation.
- Tamil Nadu Governor's address Live update: Rajendra Arlekar says two-language policy will continue in the State
Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Arlekar announced the continuation of the two-language policy in the state. DMK MLAs, including Udhayanidhi Stalin, protested outside the Assembly against the TVK government and Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay over law and order issues.