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Sasikala's husband M Natarajan passes away

Natarajan was admitted to the hospital on Saturday with severe chest...

A year in power for EPS, a year in jail for Sasikala

For now, Edappadi K Palaniswami is in the saddle in Tamil Nadu, and firmly...

Video of Jayalalithaa in hospital surfaces day before RK Nagar bypoll

In the video, the former All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam supremo is...

AIADMK remembers Amma on her death anniversary

Clad in black shirts, AIADMK coordinator Pannneerselvam and co-coordinator...

Bypoll to Jayalalithaa's RK Nagar assembly seat on December 21

Bypoll in RK Nagar previously scheduled for April 12, 2017 was subsequently...

Setback for Sasikala, EPS-OPS faction gets AIADMK's 'two leaves' symbol

However, the EC is yet to make an official announcement in this regard.

Taxmen raid Jayalalithaa's house, search Sasikala's rooms

A search operation was launched in the office block and a room used by jailed...

Car import case: Madras HC upholds 2-yr jail term for Sasikala's husband

Justice G Jayachandran said there is ample evidence placed before the court...

Sasikala returns to Bengaluru prison as parole ends

Sasikala left Chennai on Thursday morning by a car which had to halt at...

Parole ends, Sasikala to return to jail today

She visited her husband M Natarajan, who underwent liver and kidney...

Sasikala visits husband Natarajan at hospital

The AIADMK leader's car briefly halted in front of a Ganesha temple in...

Sasikala granted 5-day parole... conditions applied

The AIADMK leader had sought parole for 15 days, but she has been granted for...

Sasikala's parole plea to meet ailing husband rejected

The jailed All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam leader had applied for...

Sasikala applies for parole to meet ailing husband

Sasikala has applied for a 15-day parole to meet her ailing husband M...

AIADMK sacks Sasikala, says 'Jayalalithaa to remain eternal general secretary'

Sidelined AIADMK leader TTV Dinakaran sought to play down party's decision.

AIADMK all set to oust Sasikala; Dinakaran's orders invalidated

The meeting also discussed the validity of the appointments made by Sasikala...

SC junks Sasikala's review plea challenging conviction

The apex court also rejected her plea for an open court hearing of the review...

Sasikala visited MLA's house near jail: DIG Roopa in ACB report

The DIG said she had submitted videos exposing special treatment given to...

Video shows Sasikala stepped out of jail in civilian clothes

ex-deputy inspector general of police-Prisons D Roopa submitted the footage...

AIADMK merger on the cards, EPS camp questions Sasi's authority

A meeting presided over by Palaniswami said the appointment of Dinakaran as...

Cop who exposed VIP treatment given to Sasikala in jail served notice

Roopa had alleged that Rs 2 crore had exchanged hands to provide special...

DIG Roopa, who alleged VIP treatment to Sasikala in jail, transferred

Roopa has now been posted as commissioner for road safety & traffic.

Notice to cop who reported special treatment to Sasikala in jail

Siddaramaiah said she could have approached any of her superiors about her...

Sasikala paid Rs 2 cr to get VIP treatment in jail, says officer

DG (Prisons) rejected allegations, saying action will be taken against DIG D...

Another Sasikala nephew enters TN politics

Jeyanandh Dhivakaran, son of Sasikala's brother, V Dhivaharan, is making...

Clues to TN's future lie in Sasikala-Dinakaran meeting

Utter confusion prevails in the ruling All India Anna Dravida Munnetra...

Out on bail, Dinakaran meets aunt Sasikala in Bengaluru jail

Will just sit back and see, said Dinakaran over AIADMK merger.

Restrain Team Sasikala from using AIADMK office: OPS camp to EC

OPS also requested the EC to restarin Sisikala's pick Dindigul C Sreenivasan...

Sasikala factor: Why OPS is doubtful about AIADMK merger

The OPS camp believes Sasikala's family still calls the shot in the EPS camp.

Sasikala files review petition against conviction in graft case

The review petition filed by Sasikala and two others -- V N Sudhakaran,...

Sasikala posters removed from AIADMK headquarters

The party HQ, addressed as 'Thalamai Kazhagam' in Tamil, now has only banners...

Not seeking CM post, want Sasikala family out: OPS camp

Panneerselvam also wanted withdrawal of affidavits submitted to the Election...

After revolt, Dinakaran 'steps aside'

AIADMK had decided to 'de-link' V K Sasikala and Dinakaran from the party.

AIADMK dumps Sasikala and family; path clear for OPS's ghar wapsi

Emerging from a "consultative" meeting chaired by Chief Minister E K...

No merger talks until Sasikala, Dinakaran quit: OPS camp

Panneerselvam also remained firm on his faction's demand for a probe into...

TN ministers hold talks to discuss unity of AIADMK factions

In what can be called as a major hint towards sewing up an unprecedented...

Sasikala allowed only 2 visitors in 1 month, but she meets 12

All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam chief VK Sasikala has met visitors...

In AIADMK's symbol row, Sasikala gets hat, OPS gets electricity pole

The faction led by O Panneerselvam will be referred to as 'AIADMK Puratchi...

Jayalalithaa DA case: Karnataka government files review plea in SC

The apex court had on February 14 convicted current All India Anna Dravida...

After OPS, Sasikala camp meets EC

Asserting that there was no split in the party, All India Anna Dravida...

Jaya's niece alleges harassment by 'Sasikala camp'

"I could not even stay at my house and goons are being sent against me. I do...

Jayalalithaa didn't suffer trauma, reveals 19-page death report

The Tamil Nadu government on Monday said Apollo Hospitals and AIIMS reports...

Setback for Sasikala as EC rejects AIADMK's reply on her elevation

It has now asked Sasikala to either sign the response herself or by an...

Shared loo, no cot, AC for prisoner Sasikala: DIG prisons

Replying to an RTI query the DIG-Prisons said that except for a television...

AIADMK MPs meet President, seek CBI probe into Jayalalithaa death

The 12-MPs delegation, led by Rajya Sabha member V Maitreyan, submitted a...

Madras HC dismisses PIL against Sasikala's elevation as AIADMK chief

The petitioner had contended that Sasikala was made general secretary by the...

Jaya's niece launches new political forum

Jayalalithaa's nephew Deepak Jayakumar claimed that the late AIADMK chief had...

How TN is observing Jayalalithaa's birth anniversary

From planting seedlings to holding feasts and shutting down 500 liquor shops,...

'Sasikala is still ruling the state'

'There are many people like me who were kept away from Jayalalithaa.''There...

Sasikala to serve 13 more months in jail if fine is not paid

The AIADMK general secretary is currently serving her sentence at the...

Days after floor test, Dinakaran meets Sasikala in prison

Dinakaran met Sasikala for the first time after her loyalist E K Palaniswami...

'TN govt will herald new era of development under guidance of Sasikala'

We (the AIADMK government) are going to implement the programmes initiated by...

Palaniswami wins trust vote after high drama, DMK expulsion

Former Chief Minister Panneerselvam could muster only 11 votes, ending the...

In Bengaluru prison, Sasikala has 'Cyanide Mallika' as her next door inmate

Cyanide Mallika is serving a life term for killing seven women by giving them...

EC asks Sasikala to explain her elevation as AIADMK's general secretary

While forwarding her copies of the petition, the commission asked her to...

Sasikala and Co won't last long in Tamil Nadu politics

Even though V K Sasikala's relatives may be calling the shots within the...

OPS camp 'sacks' Sasikala, kin from party; meets speaker

E Madusudanan, who was earlier removed as presidium chairman by Sasikala,...

Panneerselvam vows to continue fight against Sasikala

"Let us all together stop the party and government from going into the hands...

How Sasikala spent her first night in jail

Sasikala sharing her cell with co-accused and sister-in-law, J Elavarasi and...

Sasikala, prisoner number 9435, enters jail

She has been given the job to make candles and incense sticks.

Nephews expelled by Jaya, re-inducted into party by Sasikala

Dinakaran has been re-inducted and elevated to the position of deputy general...

On her way to jail, Sasikala makes pit stops at Jaya memorial, MGR house

All India Anna Dravida Munnetra chief V K Sasikala on Wednesday visited the...

The raid that led to all of Sasikala's troubles

The December 1996 raid came following a complaint by BJP's Subramaniam Swamy...

No force can wean me away from AIADMK: Sasikala

AIADMK General Secretary V K Sasikala said her thoughts will continue to...

Jaya's niece Deepa joins OPS at Jayalalithaa's memorial

"We will work together jointly as two hands of AIADMK in future for the...

Sasikala expels OPS, aides; Palaniswami new legislature party leader

Palaniswami, a known Sasikala loyalist and a five-time MLA, is the party's...

SC seals Sasikala's fate in 8 minutes, sends her to prison

The apex court's decision, which was handed down in eight minutes, has dashed...

SC verdict on corruption case against Sasikala on Tuesday

The all-important Supreme Court verdict, which will decide the future of...

Hold floor test within a week: AG's advice to TN governor

The lingering political drama in Tamil Nadu may see a denouement soon with...

'Let Sasikala declare her wealth and cases against her'

Senthil Kumar on why he has filed a plea in the Supreme Court against V K...

Chances of governor inviting Sasikala today are high: AIADMK

With no solution in sight for government formation in Tamil Nadu, the ruling...

Let MLAs meet people and take good decision: Panneerselvam to Sasikala

Panneerselvam also alleged that by shedding crocodile tears, Sasikala kept...

Sasikala presents MLAs before journalists, claims they are free and united

Addressing reporters at the resort where the MLAs are staying, she chose to...

Jayalaithaa's former nurse backs Sasikala, declares her as the true heir

Quashing reports that Sasikala was behind Jayalalithaa's death, Visagan said...

Sasikala cries foul, says tough for a woman to be in politics

"A letter addressed to the governor, bearing my signature, is being...

It's been 7 days, Sasikala reminds Guv; warns that patience has a limit

Two days after staking claim with him to form the government amidst political...

'Why should Sasikala do what Jayalalithaa did?'

'Jayalalithaa could not do what MGR did, and Sasikala will not be able to do...

AIADMK is the asset of cadre, not of any family: OPS attacks Sasikala

Panneerselvam said the "dream of those to capture power" will end as a...

Reports say TN Guv favours status quo till verdict on Sasikala, Raj Bhavan denies

Tamil Nadu Governor Vidyasagar Rao is understood to have made it clear that...

AIADMK feud escalates amid suspense over Sasikala's swearing-in

Madusudanan had been removed from all posts besides the primary membership...

'Detained in resort? No, the MLAs are free'

A section of AIADMK MLAs owing allegiance to party General Secretary V K...

'Sorry. Declined': SC dumps PIL against Sasikala

The Supreme Court on Friday refused to give an urgent hearing on a PIL...

Sasikala meets Guv; stakes claim to form government

Before meeting the governor, she visited the memorial of Jayalalithaa at the...

'Paneerselvam should chargesheet Sasikala'

'If the interim chief minister lodges a criminal complaint against Sasikala...

Ready to face any probe over Jaya's death: Sasikala

Sasikala said that she was looking for an "explanation" why Governor Ch...

TN Guv to reach Chennai on Thursday as Sasikala herds MLAs

There were unconfirmed reports that the AIADMK would even parade the MLAs...

OPS has the public, Sasikala has the ones who matter

While in the AIADMK office you could feel the vibes of victory, at OPS' house...

Sasikala attacks 'betrayer' Panneerselvam, says he won't go unpunished

Sasikala's comments came after Panneerselvam alleged that he was told to quit...

'Wasn't allowed to meet Jayalalithaa in hospital even once'

"I don't understand her rush to become the chief minister. Does she not...

'Betrayer, Unstable': After OPS' revolt, Team Sasikala begins the name calling

The AIADMK propaganda secretary also claimed "Panneerselvam is...

'Sasikala is an extremely smart operator'

'As the financier, she controls the party.'

Guv not in Chennai, Sasikala's swearing-in remains uncertain

Sources said the governor won't be going to Chennai on Tuesday.

The bumpy road ahead for Sasikala

From being compared to her 'elder sister' in every which way, to winning an...

Uncertainty over Sasikala's swearing-in

A PIL was filed in SC to stop Sasikala from taking oath on Tuesday as the...

The tough road ahead for Sasikala

Sasikala may be set to take over the reins of Tamil Nadu, yet she faces a...

'Democracy is dead': Rapper rejects Sasikala with a song

Sofia Ashraf, along with a guitarist and three other women, stormed...

Once a video shop owner, she will now be Tamil Nadu CM

For V K Sasikala, election as the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam...

It was now or never for Sasikala

'Sasikala, already determined to keep both the party and CM's post for...

'Chinnamma' Sasikala to be new Tamil Nadu CM

Sasikala appeared in front of supporters in a dark green sari, a colour...

People voted for Jayalalithaa, not members of her household: Stalin

DMK Working President MK Stalin is worried about divisions in the ruling All...

Will AIADMK MLAs ask Sasikala to take over as CM?

"It is all your imagination and guess work," a senior leader said when asked...

Setback to VK Sasikala, HC allows ED plea in foreign exchange case

The ED had filed six cases in the Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate...

Sasikala urges PM Modi to revoke ban on Jallikattu

Sasikala's letter to the prime minister on the issue comes days after Chief...

Can Jaya's niece spoil Sasikala's party?

If anyone is targeting Sasikala or the AIADMK, then they should be looking...

Not in favour of exhuming Jayalalithaa's body: Naidu

A Madras high court judge indicated that he may order exhumation of former...

Chorus grows in AIADMK for Sasikala to take charge as TN CM

Lok Sabha Deputy Speaker M Thambidurai appealed to the newly appointed party...

Sasikala takes over as AIADMK chief; breaks down while addressing partymen

Sasikala, clad in a light green saree with a pink border, greeted supporters...

Why Sasikala's elevation is a challenge to the BJP

Despite the BJP's displeasure over Sasikala's elevation as AIADMK general...

Sasikala may be a thorn in OPS' flesh

The chief minister may have Prime Minister Modi's backing.

'Why can't we exhume her body?' HC raises doubts over Jayalalithaa's death

The Madras high court on Thursday expressed doubts over the death of former...

Sasikala likely to be named AIADMK chief on Dec 29

Partymen ignore the voices of dissent, Chinnamma set to be elected party...

Reading the signals from the TN tax raids

In private, AIADMK spokespersons say that the raid on Chief Secretary P...

What Sasikala's thank you letters say

The letters bear address of Jaya's Poes Garden residence.

597 died of grief after Jaya's death; kin to get ex gratia: AIADMK

It announced relief of Rs 3 lakh each to the bereaved families.

How Sasikala took control of Jaya TV from jail

Did Jayalalithaa, who was also in jail then, know about these transactions?

Sasikala Pushpa files plea in HC against Chinnamma's elevation as AIADMK chief

The AIADMK called Sasikala Pushpa's plea 'vindictive', stating that she did...

If given the reins of AIADMK now, will Sasikala become CM too?

Should Sasikala seek to follow Jayalalithaa's footsteps in the matter, and if...

'If Jaya wanted, she would have chosen Sasikala'

'There is no doubt that Sasikala wanted the transition to go this way.''The...

It's official! Sasikala to lead AIADMK

Party spokesperson said while Jaya was the "conscience" of her mentor M G...

All about Sasikala Inc!

A look at the financials of some of the key companies in the Sasikala clan's...

Chinnamma only person capable to lead party: Thambidurai bats for Sasikala

"Chinnamma has given valuable suggestions to Amma regarding party...

OPS keeps away from meeting Sasikala

AIADMK leaders want Chinamma to succeed Amma as party general secretary, but...

'Chinnamma' looks set to take over reins of AIADMK

Strongly defending former chief minister and party supremo Jayalalithaa's...

'It won't be easy for Sasikala to take over the AIADMK'

'Sasikala definitely has an emotional advantage over the others, but there...

Post-Jayalalithaa, TN maybe in for a bout of instability

The political stability that Tamil Nadu saw under Chief Minister Jayalalithaa...

Is Sasikala the next Amma?

In the post Jayalalithaa Tamil Nadu, Sasikala is the person to be watched in...

'Personality politics died with Amma'

'I don't think after Amma, the cult of personality will endure.''I think...

AIADMK claims 77 persons died of grief over Jaya's demise, announces relief

Meanwhile, a central intelligence estimate has put the toll at 30 besides...

When Jaya asked me to meet her

'She leaned forward and asked what I'd want -- and I said, "your...

Dharam, Shatru, Hema remember Jaya

Three stars of Hindi cinema share their memories of Jayalalithaa.

Tamil Nadu Inc lost Rs 1000 cr from Tuesday's mourning

Production at every automotive facility, offices of information technology...

Jayalalithaa leaves a tough legacy

Now that Tamil Nadu's tallest politician is no more, it remains to be seen...

The more problematic her health, the more determined she became

'Having learnt her lesson in popular democracy, Jaya would become more...

Amma canteens to salt, will the brand survive after Jayalalithaa?

While Jayalalithaa may have died her political legacy will continue to...

Jayalalithaa's legacy: Industrial ranking among India's best

Tamil Nadu now has India's lowest fertility rate - lower than Australia,...

Can OPS keep the AIADMK together?

O Paneerselvam did not even sit in Jayalalithaa's office chamber and left her...

Sasikala's bittersweet journey with Jaya

Sasikala's name is doing the rounds for the general secretary's job, but it...

Will Sasikala take Jaya's place?

'I see the queen bee kind of syndrome.''When they know that there is a queen...

PHOTOS: Prez, PM, others pay tributes to Jayalalithaa

Chief Minister O Panneerselvam hugged Modi emotionally on a couple of occasions.

Jaya laid to rest amid chants of 'Long Live Amma'

Thousands of people hailing 'Puratchi Thalaivi Amma' (Revolutionary Leader...

'She left behind a political legacy to cherish'

President Pranab Mukherjee, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Vice President...

Citizen speak: What 'Amma' meant to them

Two devoted J Jayalalithaa followers speak of what the TN chief minister...

Sea of humanity bids goodbye to Jaya

Rediff.com's A Ganesh Nadar, mingles with the unceasing flow of people...

Will Jayalalithaa's exit open the door for BJP?

Post-Jayalalithaa AIADMK cannot take on the Narendra Modi dispensation like...

Film industry mourns Jayalalithaa's death

The latest update from celebrities.

Shocked Tamil Nadu shuts down to mourn Amma's demise

Life virtually came to a grinding halt across Tamil Nadu as the state woke up...

'60% of MLAs and MPs are there because of Sasikala'

'A person who came to take care of Jayalalithaa's personal needs slowly took...

Amid cries of 'Amma', sea of humanity throngs Rajaji hall

Cries of "Amma" rent the air as a sea of humanity thronged the Rajaji Hall...

At Rajaji Hall, Sasikala stands by her 'akka'

Jayalalithaa's demise is seen as a personal loss for the 59-year-old Sasikala...

OPS: From chaiwallah to Jaya's trusted Man Friday

He belongs to the dominant Mudukulathor community and has risen from humble...

What heights she would have taken India!

'She dwarfs every known politician of recent times with her imperious aura,...

Why OPS has the toughest job in Indian politics

'Going by his political conduct over the past 15 years since first becoming...

Everything you wanted to know about Jayalalitha, actress

Long before she became a political legend, there was Jayalalitha, the actress.

Brand 'Amma' will live on

Freebies galore and populist schemes under the popular 'Amma' brand became...

The only Hindi film Jaya starred in

'In the film she played a chirpy bubbly character. But in person she was...

She has left a void in Indian politics

'Her elevation in public life signified the end of parochial extremism and...

Nothing deterred Jaya from achieving what she sought to

She faced intense and protracted struggle to eventually head the AIADMK.

O Panneerselvam sworn in as Tamil Nadu CM

A grim-faced Panneerselvam, who was also seen sporting a beard, was sworn in...

Jayalalithaa passes away after 75 days in hospital

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Jayalalithaa died in Chennai tonight at a private...

Jaya remains critical; hospital rejects reports of her death

'Some TV channels are wrongly reporting that the Honourable CM is no more. It...

Jayalalithaa's condition critical; security forces on alert

The Tamil chief minister suffered a heart attack on Sunday evening.

AIIMS team confirms Jaya has completely recovered, says AIADMK

Ponnaiyan said the chief minister was doing 'physical exercises' and...

How Jayalalithaa got her voice back

In hospital for the past two months, Jayalalithaa started speaking last...

After 2 months in hospital, Jayalalithaa speaks with the help of a speaking aid

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Jayalalithaa is doing well and speaks using a valve...

Jayalalithaa shifted to private room; AIADMK cadre celebrate

All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam supremo and Tamil Nadu Chief...

Jayalalithaa has 'recovered completely', says Apollo Hospital

"Her mental functions, I can assure you, are absolutely normal," said Apollo...

Have taken rebirth due to people's prayers, says Jaya in statement from hospital

The Tamil Nadu CM appealed people to vote for AIADMK in upcoming bypolls.

Jayalalithaa well, can leave when she wants, says Chennai hospital

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Jayalalithaa's infection is fully under control but...

The importance of being Jayalalithaa

With the Apollo Hospitals chairman saying that she has recovered, the party...

Jayalalithaa completely recovered, say her doctors in Chennai

"She is completely aware of what is happening. Asks and demands what she...

Jaya started living normal life: AIADMK

Ruling All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam in Tamil Nadu on Wednesday...

Right hand inflamed, Jayalalithaa signs poll papers with thumb print

A document filed by her AK Bose, the Thirupparankundram candidate, showed the...

Jaya 'very well', will return home soon: AIADMK

She said the prayers of party supporters has reaped fruits and thanked the...

Jayalalithaa is progressing well: Tamil Nadu Guv

Jaya has been hospitalised since September 22, is interacting and progressing...

Jaya interacting, progressing gradually: Hospital

The hospital said she 'continues to be under treatment and observation for...

Tremendous improvement in Jaya's condition, may soon be discharged

The team of doctors treating the Tamil Nadu chief minister at Apollo expect...

Unwell Jaya's cabinet finally meets, Panneerselvam takes charge

Although the government did not release details of the agenda of the meeting,...

2 held for spreading rumours about Jaya's health

The arrests were made following a complaint by an AIADMK woman worker.

Panneerselvam to look after Jaya's portfolios till she recovers

The AIADMK supremo will continue to be CM.

Two arrested for posting 'false' content on Jaya's health

Police warned of stern action against those spreading rumours about...

Jayalalithaa 'constantly monitored'; Kerala Guv, CM visit hospital

The hospital, where the AIADMK general secretary was admitted on September 22...

Jaya, 4th Tamil Nadu CM in 5 to be hospitalised for long

There is no alternative for the party and the state to wait for CM Jaya to...

Jayalalithaa 'continues to be under constant monitoring,' says latest hospital bulletin

The hospital's Chief Operating Officer Subbiah Viswanathan said in a short...

With Jayalalithaa in hospital, TN Guv meets her ministers, chief secy

The governor enquired "about the general administration of the affairs of the...

She's improving, says Rahul after visiting Jaya at hospital

"I wanted to give my support and the Congress president's support to the...

Jayalalithaa making gradual progress, will require longer hospitalisation

Jayalalithaa was admitted to Apollo Hospital on September 22.

Madras HC dismisses PIL on Jaya's health condition

When the PIL came up, the first bench headed by Chief Justice Sanjay Kishan...

When Jayalalithaa wanted to break free

'On October 18, 1972, MGR announced the formation of a new political party --...

Jayalalithaa's health continues to improve, under close observation: Hospital

Jayalalithaa was admitted to the Apollo hospital in Chennai due to fever.

What Jayalalithaa's extended hospitalisation means

'It stands to reason that if a CM is hospitalised for long durations, and is...

Jayalalithaa's health 'continues to improve', says hospital

A bulletin from the hospital on Sunday night said it has taken expert opinion...

Rumours circulating on Jayalalithaa's health; Karunanidhi seeks clarity

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam President M Karunanidhi has urged the Tamil Nadu...

Jaya holds Cauvery review meet at hospital, dictates message for Siddaramaiah

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa on Tuesday convened a meeting at her...

TN CM Jayalalithaa hospitalised, under observation

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa, who was admitted to a hospital in...