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In a bold rebuttal, CPM state secretary p shanmugam has dismissed the allegations from Congress leader Praveen Chakravarty regarding his candidacy in a newly formed Tamil Nadu coalition. Shanmugam emphasized that the CPM had no involvement in the establishment of this front, labeling Chakravarty's social media statements as misleading and an unfortunate overreach.

AIADMK faces an existential crisis after a significant electoral defeat, leading to internal dissent and a struggle for survival. Edappadi K Palaniswami is challenged to maintain party unity and relevance amidst growing indiscipline and the rise of new political forces.

AIADMK faces internal turmoil as Hosur MLA P Balakrishna Reddy backs Edappadi K Palaniswami, signaling a potential truce. This follows multiple rebel MLAs submitting apology letters to avoid disqualification after voting against party lines. The party's strength in the Assembly has dwindled due to recent resignations, intensifying a 'horse-trading' row.

Tamil Nadu assembly speaker JCD Prabhakar accepted the handwritten resignation of MLA Esakki Subaya, who joined the ruling TVK party. This follows the resignations of three other AIADMK MLAs who also joined TVK, reducing the rebel AIADMK camp's strength.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has allocated the state's sole Rajya Sabha seat to the Congress party, strengthening the post-election alliance with TVK. This move, seen as a gesture of coalition dharma, follows a meeting between Congress leaders and the Chief Minister.

Tamil Nadu's cabinet is set for an expansion, with two Congress legislators slated to be sworn in as ministers on Thursday. This move marks the Congress party's return to a ministry in the state after six decades. Notably, members of a specific AIADMK faction will not be included in this cabinet reshuffle, a decision influenced by opposition from allied parties.

AIADMK factions are moving towards reconciliation, signaling an end to their internal rift. Leaders from both sides met, with one camp agreeing to function under Edappadi K Palaniswami's leadership. This development follows marathon talks and suggests a united front is forming, with efforts to withdraw complaints against rebel MLAs.

AIADMK factions are moving towards reconciliation, signaling an end to internal rifts. Rebel MLAs have agreed to function under Edappadi K. Palaniswami's leadership, with both sides reportedly withdrawing complaints against each other. Leaders are expected to meet the speaker to formalize the unity.

The CPM has warned it will reconsider its support for the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam government. This comes if the ruling party includes the rebel faction of the AIADMK in its cabinet. CPM state secretary p shanmugam stated this at a press conference. The party's support was initially to prevent President's Rule and BJP's influence.

Tamil Nadu's ruling TVK party is poised to secure its inaugural Rajya Sabha seat following a by-election announcement. The vacancy arose after an AIADMK minister resigned. With a strong majority in the Assembly, TVK is expected to win comfortably. The selection of their nominee will be keenly observed, potentially influencing future alliance strategies.

AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami has moved from his 15-year official residence on Greenways Road to a new independent house in Royapettah, near the party headquarters. This relocation occurs amidst internal party turmoil following a recent electoral defeat and challenges to his leadership from within the AIADMK ranks.

Tamil Nadu's political landscape is shaken as three AIADMK MLAs resigned, reportedly joining the ruling TVK party. Both DMK and AIADMK leaders have accused the Vijay-led government of "horse-trading" and orchestrating defections within the Secretariat. These resignations deepen the AIADMK's internal rifts and necessitate by-elections.

Fourth MLA quits in two days; speaker asserts his decision is final