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Prime Minister Modi addressed the Lok Sabha regarding the disruptions to cargo ships in the Strait of Hormuz due to West Asian tensions
By Chennaivision on March 24, 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said India has expanded and diversified its energy sourcing in recent years to manage disruptions arising from the ongoing West Asia conflict, which continues to affect global supply chains. “The situation in West Asia is concerning and worrisome,” he said while addressing the Lok Sabha. He also said any closure of the Strait of… Continue reading "Prime Minister Modi addressed the Lok Sabha regarding the disruptions to cargo ships in the Strait of Hormuz due to West Asian tensions"
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AIADMK allots 27 seats to BJP, 18 to PMK, and 11 to AMMK
By Chennaivision on March 23, 2026

The AIADMK-led alliance has finalized its seat-sharing arrangement for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, marking a significant consolidation of the opposition to challenge the ruling DMK. Under this agreement, the BJP has been allotted 27 seats, while the PMK receives 18 and TTV Dhinakaran’s AMMK is set to contest 11 seats. The deal was formalised following high-level negotiations in… Continue reading "AIADMK allots 27 seats to BJP, 18 to PMK, and 11 to AMMK"
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Election Commission expands postal ballot with 5 new categories
By Chennaivision on March 20, 2026

The Election Commission has announced an expansion of postal voting eligibility ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections scheduled for April 23 in Tamil Nadu and other states. The decision aims to make voting more accessible for those unable to cast their ballots in person on polling day. Under the revised guidelines, an additional five groups of government employees will now… Continue reading "Election Commission expands postal ballot with 5 new categories"
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Election Commission reports seizures of ₹42.65 crore in first 3 days of monitoring
By Chennaivision on March 19, 2026

As part of the ongoing election expenditure monitoring and enforcement activities, the Election Commission on Wednesday reported significant seizures across categories. The cumulative value of seizure as of March 18 (starting from March 16) stands at ₹42.65 crore, the EC said, noting that it includes cash of ₹2.37 crore, ₹0.18 crore in the form of liquor, and drugs and narcotics… Continue reading "Election Commission reports seizures of ₹42.65 crore in first 3 days of monitoring"
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BJP’s poll panel including PM Modi discusses candidates for upcoming Assembly polls
By Chennaivision on March 19, 2026

The BJP’s Central Election Committee held a meeting here on Wednesday to discuss and finalise the names of the party candidates for the upcoming Assembly polls in Assam and Puducherry. The meeting, presided over by Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) chief Nitin Nabin, was attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and party national… Continue reading "BJP’s poll panel including PM Modi discusses candidates for upcoming Assembly polls"
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Karur stampede: CBI questions Senthil Balaji for 6 hours
By Chennaivision on March 18, 2026

V Senthil Balaji, the DMK MLA from Karur, appeared before the CBI on Tuesday for questioning over a stampede during a political rally of TVK chief Vijay in the Tamil Nadu town last year, officials said. The CBI took over the case from an SIT following a Supreme Court order. TVK chief and actor Vijay’s rally in Karur on September… Continue reading "Karur stampede: CBI questions Senthil Balaji for 6 hours"
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Tamil Nadu government allocates Rs 800 crore for poll works
By Chennaivision on March 18, 2026

Tamil Nadu government has allocated Rs 800 crore for poll work, a large portion of which was earmarked for election personnel expenditure and infrastructure. Remuneration for Booth Level Officers (BLOs) for polling day duty is expected to cost Rs 100 crore. The Election Department has floated tenders to install one lakh IP-based CCTV cameras on a rental basis across 75,032… Continue reading "Tamil Nadu government allocates Rs 800 crore for poll works"
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Tamil Nadu to go to polls on April 23, results on May 4
By Chennaivision on March 15, 2026

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has announced the schedule for Tamil Nadu assembly elections 2026. According to the statement, the elections will be held in one phase on April 23, 2026. In a press conference, EC has announced schedule for Assembly elections in Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal and Puducherry. The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly has a total… Continue reading "Tamil Nadu to go to polls on April 23, results on May 4"
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Inauguration of MRTS services between Velacheri-St Thomas Mount postponed
By Chennaivision on March 10, 2026

Commuters in Chennai hoping to use the long-awaited direct MRTS train between Chennai Beach and St Thomas Mount will have to wait a little longer. The planned inauguration of the Velachery-St Thomas Mount extension on March 10, 2026, has been delayed as the final operational clearance for the line has not yet been issued.. The extension was expected to open… Continue reading "Inauguration of MRTS services between Velacheri-St Thomas Mount postponed"
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All six Rajya Sabha MP contestants from Tamil Nadu elected unopposed
By Chennaivision on March 10, 2026

All six candidates who contested the Rajya Sabha elections from Tamil Nadu were elected unopposed on Monday. The deadline for withdrawing nominations for the six vacant Rajya Sabha seats in the state ended at 3 pm on the day. Rajya Sabha Election Officer Shanthi, said, “All six candidates who contested the Rajya Sabha elections from Tamil Nadu have been elected… Continue reading "All six Rajya Sabha MP contestants from Tamil Nadu elected unopposed"

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