Premkumar

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Rasipuram, a Scheduled Caste reserved constituency in Namakkal, Tamil Nadu, has historically seen close electoral battles between AIADMK and DMK. In 2016, AIADMK's Dr. V. Saroja won by 9,631 votes, a tighter margin than the 2011 contest where AIADMK's Dhanapal P secured a larger victory.

It is for the sixth time that EPS is winning in Edappadi since 1981. He lost in the constituency in 1996 and 2006.

Edappadi Assembly constituency in Salem district has largely seen contests between AIADMK, PMK, and DMK. AIADMK's K Palaniswami secured decisive victories in both the 2016 and 2011 Assembly elections. Historically, the DMK also registered a win in the 1971 elections, highlighting the constituency's evolving political landscape.

Actor Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam narrowly missed a majority, losing 12 seats by under 2,000 votes, including one by just 285 votes. Despite these close calls, TVK secured significant victories, with some margins exceeding 60,000 votes, demonstrating a strong debut performance.

Actor-turned-politician Vijay's TVK party has dramatically reshaped Tamil Nadu's political landscape, emerging as a strong third pole in its debut Assembly election. Winning 106 seats, TVK surpassed both the DMK (60 seats) and ADMK (47 seats), marking a significant shift from previous election results and altering the state's political dynamics.

Early trends for the 2026 Kerala Assembly elections show a significant shift, with the Congress-led UDF projected for a commanding victory, leading in over 100 seats. The ruling LDF faces strong anti-incumbency, while the BJP remains a marginal player. This outcome suggests a return to Kerala's traditional pattern of alternating governments.

While campaigning for BJP candidate Premkumar in Rasipuram, Yadav accused the DMK–Congress alliance of blocking the Women’s Reservation Bill, calling it a betrayal of ordinary women aspiring to enter politics.

A glimpse of the song 'Poo Paadal' from Rathna Kumar's '29' has captivated audiences, earning praise from filmmaker Karthik Subbaraj for its heartwarming visuals and romantic beach scene. Sean Roldan's classical-infused music, sung by Ravi G, adds to the anticipation for the film, which is currently in post-production.

The BJP has unveiled its candidate list for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, following internal discussions and cadre concerns. Notably, former state president K Annamalai is absent from this initial selection. Prominent figures like Tamilisai Soundararajan and Vanathi Srinivasan have been fielded from key constituencies, signaling the party's strategic approach for the upcoming polls.