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Sasikala to lead AIADMK resolves General Council
PoliticsThe General Council resolved that Sasikala would function with the full powers of a General Secretary until she is elected to the post.TNM StaffAIADMK_General_Council_Meeting.jpgIt’s official –...
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In AIADMK General Council, vacant chair marks Jayalalithaa’s absence
AIADMK meetJayalalithaa’s chair and her framed photograph was placed at the centre of the stage.Geetika MantriAIADMK meet jaya chair.jpgThe AIADMK General Council and Executive Committee meeting got...
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Sasikala Natarajan: Friend, shadow, sister and now Jayalalithaa’s political heir
PoliticsAfter 30 years in the shadow of Tamil Nadu’s most powerful woman, Sasikala has emerged into the spotlight, taking over the mantle of the AIADMK.Anna IsaacSasikala_Jaya PTI.jpgPTIFor thirty...
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Jayalalithaa should receive Bharat Ratna, Nobel and Magsaysay resolves AIADMK...
AIADMK meetThe party also resolved to work under “respectable Chinnamma”, following the guidance of the late Chief Minister.Soumya ChatterjeeJayalalithaa-PTI-compressed.jpgPTI/File PhotoMeeting for the...
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Madras HC expresses doubts over Jayalalithaa’s death, asks 'Why can’t we...
Jayalalithaa“We have personal suspicions about Jayalalithaa’s death,” the vacation bench said. TNM StaffJayalalithaa_Rajaji_Hall750x500.jpgEven as Jayalalithaa’s close aide Sasikala Natarajan was...
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As Sasikala takes the crown, rousing Chinnamma Anthem appeals for her to save...
AIADMK meetThe song describes Sasikala as a “symbol of sacrifice, personification of justice, tender-hearted, God’s house”.TNM StaffSasikala Jaya poster_main.jpgWith Amma presiding in spirit at the GC...
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Making of Chief Chinnamma: How Sasikala’s anointment was stage-managed at...
PoliticsA blow-by-blow account of the events which led to Sasikala becoming the leader of Tamil Nadu’s ruling party.Dhanya RajendranRamanathan S.sasikala Gen secy amma.jpgIn all likelihood, the...
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Chennai may have to wait for another week for Krishna water
NewsChennai has been facing a 56% deficit in rainfall.TNM StaffTap pixabay.jpgImage for representationA water-starved Chennai may now have to wait for another week for water from river Krishna to be...
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'Dhruvangal Pathinaaru', a smart thriller that borders on the overwrought
Film ReviewThe plot has too many contrived twists but it's a film that keeps you invested.Sowmya RajendranDhuruvangal Pathinaaru_poster-min (1).jpgThere are two kinds of people. The ones who understand...
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Trichy farmers eat rats in protest, demand state be declared drought-hit
Agriculture47 farmers have killed themselves over crop failure in Tamil Nadu in the last two months.TNM Staffrat protest.jpgThanthi TV screengrab In a desperate protest meant to draw the government’s...
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Have a story to tell in three minutes? Here’s a short film contest in TN for you
CinemaFirst Clap gives aspiring filmmakers a chance to showcase their work in major theatres in TN, and pitch a project to actor Suriya’s 2D Entertainment.TNM...
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Sasikala breaks down at Jayalalithaa’s grave while seeking her blessings
PoliticsSasikala placed the AIADMK’s resolutions appointing her as General Secretary at Jayalalithaa’s grave. TNM Staffsasikala.jpgAIADMK's new General Secretary Sasikala Natarajan broke down at late...
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15-year-old dies after phone catches fire in TN
NewsThe boy was speaking on the phone, when it burst into flames.TNM Stafffire-1034853_960_720.jpgImage for representationA 15-year-old boy died in Villupuram in Tamil Nadu after his Samsung cellphone...
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For Amma, party was life. For me, Amma was life: Sasikala's first public speech
PoliticsSasikala broke down repeatedly as she spoke about the example Jayalalithaa had set, which she promised to follow in leading the party.TNM StaffSasikala_Main_Pic.jpegTwo days after the AIADMK...
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A makeover for the throne: Sasikala's change in attire and avatar as she...
PoliticsSasikala’s political makeover appeared to draw inspiration from Jayalalithaa’s sense of style.TNM StaffSasikala signing papers.JPGHaving lived under Late Chief Minister Jayalalaithaa’s shadow...
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Tamil cinema pushes the boundaries in 2016, tackling gender, caste and politics
Kollywood From Kabali to Kodi, a wrap of the best of Kollywood in 2016Rakesh MeharTamil year ender main.jpg2016 wasn’t a breakout year for Tamil cinema, but it certainly had a lot to offer in terms of...
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Dissecting Sasikala’s speech: Why the subtlety could work to her benefit
AnalysisSasikala’s speech, like all her other acts since Jayalalithaa’s death, had no big bang, but was effective enough to get the job done.Dhanya RajendranRamanathan S.sasikala gs aiadmk (1).jpgThe...
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10 deaths in 24 hours: Distressed farmers in TN’s Nagapattinam lose the battle
Farmers10 farmers in Nagapattinam have died of cardiac arrest in 24 hours. TNM Staffnature-landscape-arid-drought-750x500-pixabay.jpgImage for representation only/ Courtesy: PixabayAs distressed cries...
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Enraged by upcoming wedding, Kanyakumari stalker stabs woman outside church
CrimeThe woman was a post-graduate and was teaching at a private polytechnic college in Tirunelveli district.TNM Staffmurder or violence3x2.jpgA young teacher was stabbed by a stalker in front of a...
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AIADMK MP Thambidurai requests Sasikala to take over as CM immediately
Politics"I emphatically request that Respected Chinnamma has to immediately take over the leadership of the Government, as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu."TNM Staffsasikala gs aiadmk (2).jpgTwo days...
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