Former Tamil Nadu Minister, Senthil Balaji, accused in cash-for-jobs scam, resigns after nearly 9 months since arrest by ED. The resignation comes after Madras High Court's query on his continuation as minister despite being under arrest for over 230 days. Balaji, who had been in charge of key departments, was denied bail thrice and underwent surgery for heart ailment while in custody. His resignation sparks political controversy amid claims of vendetta by the opposing parties.
Dismissing the reports as rumours, Stalin said that the objective of the upcoming DMK Youth Wing meet in Salem was to protect state rights and promote the INDIA
Jordan police beat up illegally retained Indian workers protesting for their rights and unpaid wages. Aseel Universal Garments illegally retained workers without permits and visas, denying food and water. In a peaceful protest, police charged at the workers, injuring seven Indians and over 50 others. Despite a court order to settle dues and repatriate the workers, the company has not complied. The Indian Embassy has been informed but has not yet provided assistance. Learn more about the workers' plight in Jordan. #JordanPoliceBrutality #IndianWorkersRights
Arul Arumugam, a techie-turned-farmer, granted bail after being charged under the Goondas Act by Tamil Nadu government. Vows to continue protest against DMK government's decision to acquire 3,000 acres of wetlands for SIPCOT. Accuses DMK of betraying farmers and vows to pursue cases against authorities. Stay updated on the latest developments.
Arul Arumugam will remain under judicial custody as the Cheyyar court had rejected his bail plea in a case of protesting against the eight-lane expressway in Ju