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The Madurantakam and Dharapuram by-elections have turned into a key political contest between AIADMK, TVK and DMK. Both seats were won by AIADMK in the 2026 Assembly election, but the sitting MLAs later resigned and joined TVK, making the defections a central issue in the bypoll campaign. AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami (EPS) has launched an aggressive campaign, seeking to win bac...

The Indian stock market remains under pressure, with the Nifty 50 and Sensex witnessing sharp volatility amid elevated crude oil prices, high US bond yields, foreign fund outflows and geopolitical uncertainty. On September 29, the Nifty closed at 22,716.20, while FPIs remained net sellers. In this volatile environment, what should investors actually watch? Is this merely a short-term correction, o...

TVK Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay’s visit to Madurai has added fresh momentum to the political contest in Tamil Nadu. Vijay’s public engagements and political statements come at a time when the rivalry between TVK and AIADMK is becoming increasingly visible. AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami (EPS) has stepped up his criticism of TVK and Vijay, questioning the ruling party’s approac...

The Indian stock market has been under pressure, with the Nifty 50 witnessing sharp volatility amid global uncertainty, crude-oil movements, foreign fund flows and weakness across several sectors. Recent trading sessions have also highlighted how quickly market sentiment can shift. But when could the market see a sustained positive phase? What are the key levels and triggers investors should watch...

The Madurantakam and Dharapuram by-elections, scheduled for October 6, have become an important political contest involving the ruling TVK, opposition DMK and AIADMK. Both constituencies fell vacant after former AIADMK MLAs K. Maragatham Kumaravel and P. Sathyabama resigned and joined TVK. For TVK, the bypolls come just months after forming the government and are being closely watched as an early...

Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar is facing intensified criticism from opposition parties over the Election Commission’s handling of electoral-roll revisions and the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise. Opposition leaders have alleged that the Election Commission’s actions could benefit the ruling BJP and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and have demanded Kumar’s resignation or removal....

Small-cap and mid-cap stocks have continued to attract strong investor interest, with recent data showing healthy inflows into these segments. In August, small-cap mutual funds saw record inflows of around ₹7,973 crore, while mid-cap funds also attracted significant investments. But what is driving this momentum? Is it earnings growth, domestic liquidity, sector rotation or investor enthusiasm? At...

Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar is facing renewed political scrutiny amid the ongoing debate over the Election Commission’s functioning and allegations raised by opposition leaders. Congress MP Karti Chidambaram has called for Kumar’s removal, while the Election Commission has faced wider criticism over issues surrounding electoral rolls and the SIR exercise. At the same time, campaignin...

Could rising crude oil prices and geopolitical risks put renewed pressure on petroleum product prices in India? With India’s crude import costs already elevated, the direction of global oil prices remains an important factor for inflation, fuel costs and the broader economy. Meanwhile, Copper has been showing strong momentum, with copper futures gaining around 4.6% over five trading sessions as of...

A major legal controversy involving M.K. Stalin and Vikatan has once again come into focus. Stalin had filed a defamation case over a Vikatan report concerning an alleged ₹500-crore political donation, while subsequent electoral-bond disclosures brought renewed attention to the figures and the political debate surrounding them. At the same time, the Gem Granites Veeramani POCSO case continues to w...

The Indian stock market came under significant pressure on September 24 , with the Nifty 50 falling sharply as investors reacted to a combination of global and domestic factors. Rising US yields, elevated crude oil prices, rupee weakness and concerns over foreign flows added to the pressure. Meanwhile, the US dollar–rupee equation remains a key factor for Indian markets. The rupee was trading arou...

A fresh controversy has emerged around TVK candidate Sathyabama in the Dharapuram by-election, with the DMK targeting her with allegations involving money and her move to TVK. DMK campaigners have even carried a suitcase during their campaign, using the term “Petti Bama” to attack the TVK candidate. Sathyabama has denied the allegation, saying false information is being spread that she resigned af...

The Nifty 50 is facing a crucial phase around the 23,700 level, with investors closely watching global cues, crude oil prices, sectoral moves and upcoming economic data for signs of the market’s next direction. Meanwhile, Hero Motors is making its market debut today after its ₹1,000-crore IPO received strong demand during the subscription period. The issue was subscribed multiple times, with the s...

The investigation into the alleged ₹100-crore private-school permissions case involving former School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi has widened, with his friend and former aide Valadi Karthik being questioned by the Chennai Central Crime Branch. Meanwhile, the Gem Veeramani case has taken another serious turn. Chennai Police have reportedly formed a separate team to investigate allega...

The NSE IPO has generated massive investor interest, with the ₹22,569-crore issue receiving 5.71 times subscription. The retail portion was subscribed around 1.39 times, leading to estimates that roughly 3 out of 4 retail applicants could receive an allotment. Meanwhile, the stock market is facing fresh pressure. On September 22, the Nifty 50 fell 0.36%, with IT stocks among the key drags, while c...

The Gem Granites Veeramani case has taken a fresh turn, with the investigation expanding following the identification of a key alleged victim and the recording of her statement before a magistrate. Police are also examining allegations of financial transactions linked to the case, with a separate team reportedly formed to investigate the money trail. At the same time, questions are being raised ov...

The NSE IPO has attracted strong investor interest, with the issue getting fully subscribed during the bidding period. But with the IPO priced at ₹1,700–₹1,785 per share, investors are also watching the valuation and listing expectations closely. Meanwhile, a new debate is emerging around UPI Merchant Discount Rate (MDR). From October 15, 2026, specified merchant UPI transactions above ₹2,000 will...

•⁠ ⁠UPI வசூலுக்கு கட்டணம்... பின்னணி என்ன? •⁠ ⁠Electoral Bond தடை செய்யப்பட்ட பிறகும் தேர்தல் நிதியை அள்ளும் BJP - எப்படி? •⁠ ⁠AI வளர்ச்சி... மனித உயிர்களுக்கு ஆபத்தா?

The PMK’s decision not to contest the Madurantakam and Dharapuram by-elections has triggered fresh political discussion. PMK president Anbumani Ramadoss said the party would announce its stand on whom it will support later. At the same time, AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami (EPS) has been sharpening his political position against the TVK government and has also spoken about bringin...

Is there really a right time to buy shares, or is timing the market more complicated than it seems? We look at the factors investors should consider before making a stock-market investment. What happens when you gift shares to a friend or family member? Does share gifting attract tax, and what are the important rules investors need to know? More importantly, what happens to your shares after your...

A political controversy has emerged after a village reportedly refused permission for a TVK candidate to enter the area. What led to the opposition, and what does the incident reveal about the political mood on the ground? Meanwhile, former minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi appeared before the Chennai Central Crime Branch (CCB) in connection with an ongoing case. What questions were raised during t...

Gold prices are once again moving higher, putting the precious metal firmly in focus. Is the current rally likely to continue, and what global and domestic factors could influence gold prices in the coming days? Meanwhile, India’s income-tax collections are showing strong growth, highlighting the changing tax and revenue landscape. At the same time, Nestlé has come under the spotlight following ac...

Former School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi has been booked in a corruption case linked to alleged irregularities in approvals for private schools. The Chennai Central Crime Branch conducted searches at multiple locations connected to him and reportedly seized 118 documents, digital records, hard disks and other materials. Anbil Mahesh has been summoned to appear before the Central Cr...

The Tata Sons story has taken a fresh turn, with the RBI’s regulatory decision bringing the long-pending listing question back into focus. Tata Group stocks reacted positively, with several counters seeing strong gains amid expectations of greater value unlocking and clarity around Tata Sons. Meanwhile, a proposed US Russia sanctions bill could have implications for countries such as India because...

Allegations of corruption involving the TVK government have triggered a fresh political debate. What are the allegations, and what questions are being raised about the government’s administration? Recent reports have also suggested the possibility of a Cabinet reshuffle after the Assembly session. Could ministers be moved or replaced? Is the government preparing for a major change in its administr...