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Legendary actress Meenakshi Seshadri took to social media to share a vibrant dance reel featuring the beloved track 'Lashkara'. This nostalgic homage brought back memories of her iconic filming days with Chiranjeevi in the scenic hills of Ooty, a moment captured over three decades ago during the 1992 movie 'Aaj Ka Goonda Raaj'. Read on to know more in detail.

As part of the reshuffle, Vijay retained the Poverty Alleviation portfolio and reassigned the Women Welfare department, previously held by him, to newly inducted minister K Jegadeshwari. Congress leaders S Rajesh Kumar and P Viswanathan have been allotted the Tourism and Higher Education portfolios, respectively. Another TVK minister, Mohamed Farvas, has been allocated the Labour Welfare and Skill Development portfolio.

Justice Swarna Kanta Sharma's refusal to recuse herself from Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia's case brings into focus whether a reasonable apprehension about bias is enough for judges to step aside

Justice Swarna Kanta Sharma's recusal controversy highlights the principle that justice must be seen to be done. Despite a litigant's concerns about potential bias due to her children practicing in the same court, the judge refused to step aside. This situation raises questions about perceptions of impartiality and the importance of maintaining public confidence in the judiciary.

C Joseph Vijay was sworn in as Tamil Nadu's 9th Chief Minister, marking a historic shift from the DMK and AIADMK dominance. He pledged "real secularism and social justice," immediately signing orders for free electricity and establishing task forces for women's safety and anti-narcotics.

Sabarinathan R of TMK secured victory in the Virugampakkam constituency during the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. He defeated DMK's Prabhakara Raja A M V by a significant margin. The election saw a high voter turnout. Virugampakkam is a key urban area in Chennai with diverse demographics and ties to the film industry.

Anthiyur, a key constituency in Erode district, showcases a tight political contest between AIADMK and DMK. While AIADMK has shown dominance, recent elections reveal a narrowing victory margin, highlighting the seat's competitive nature within western Tamil Nadu's political landscape. The agrarian belt with growing industries is closely watching this Dravidian rivalry.

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.