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Map Of “Dravidian Nadu” Handed Over To DMK Scion And TN Deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin, BJP Slams DMK For Peddling Secessionism

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Map Of "Dravidian Nadu" Handed Over To DMK Scion And TN Deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin, BJP Slams DMK For Peddling Secessionism.

The Tamil Nadu BJP has strongly criticized Deputy Chief Minister and DMK scion Udhayanidhi Stalin, for allegedly promoting separatist ideologies. This follows his recent appearance in a program by the DMK, where he received a shield in the form of a separate South India map, which indirectly references the “Dravida Nadu” separatist ideology once propagated by the DMK.

The BJP has raised concerns that the DMK have been re-attempting to revive separatism and has called for Udhayanidhi Stalin to apologize for his actions publicly.

In a statement issued via their official X account, the Tamil Nadu BJP condemned the incident, stating: “Political heirs who seek to divide our nation! In Bharat, which thrives on unity in diversity, the legacy of the DMK has always been to sow discord among people by exploiting their social identities, fueling hatred, and deepening divides.”

The statement specifically referenced the event in Villupuram district, where Udhayanidhi Stalin received the controversial shield symbolizing a separated South India. The BJP argued that as Deputy Chief Minister, Stalin’s actions were a clear endorsement of separatism, which goes against the constitutional values of India and demonstrates political immaturity.

The BJP also pointed out that no other South Indian state has identified itself as a “Dravidian nation” except for the DMK, which is allegedly attempting to carve out such a division. They reiterated that Stalin’s actions were an attempt to promote separatism and hate politics for electoral gain, and called for the DMK to abandon such divisive tactics. The BJP has demanded that Udhayanidhi Stalin apologize publicly for his role in encouraging separatism.

The of TN BJP via official X account stated that, “Political heirs who are trying to destroy the motherland! In our Bharat, which maintains unity in diversity, it is the history of dynasty Party @arivalayam, that aims to sow hatred among the people with their social identities, spread the ferocity of differences and divide them. In this case, in a ceremony held in Villupuram district, the divisive attitude of Mr.@Udhaystalin, the deputy chief minister of Tamil Nadu, who received the memorial gift that separated only South India separately, is to be strongly condemned. As Deputy Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Mr. @Udhaystalin, encouraging such separatism against the Constitution shows his political immaturity.”

“This proves once again that @arivalayam’s main policy has been to spread separatism and hate politics among people for ages to increase their vote bank, evils like such parties should bury in the dust. Also, the basic fact is that no other South Indian state has identified itself as a Dravidian nation, except @arivalayam, which is trying to divide the entire South India into a “Dravidian nation”. Therefore, Deputy Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Mr. @Udhaystalin is urged to publicly apologize for his shoddy act of openly promoting separatism.” It added.

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Annamalai To Return Chennai On 23 November, Plans Major Restructuring & Rural Outreach Ahead Of 2026 Elections

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Annamalai To Return Chennai On 23 November

Tamil Nadu BJP President K Annamalai travelled to London on 27 August 2024 to attend a three-month political renewal course at Oxford University and is scheduled to return to Chennai on 23 November.

Annamalai is expected to return to Oxford in February to complete the program and receive his certification. In the meantime, he plans to restructure several district-level offices within the Tamil Nadu BJP, emphasising infusing new energy into the party by providing opportunities to younger members. Sources suggest that with full backing from the party leadership, Annamalai is poised to implement these changes swiftly.

While Annamalai was in London, BJP National General Secretary Arun Singh appointed a coordination committee with senior leaders to oversee party activities and make key decisions. During his time abroad, Annamalai was involved in various political programs and events in London.

It has been confirmed that Annamalai will return to Tamil Nadu on 23 November and is scheduled to attend a BJP event in Coimbatore on 1 December. After that, he will continue his involvement in party activities.

As the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections approach, BJP sources indicate that Annamalai plans to engage with voters in rural areas, following a strategy similar to the ‘En Mann En Makkal’ campaign he conducted during the last Lok Sabha elections. He is expected to begin this outreach in January, visiting villages across the state to strengthen the BJP’s support base ahead of the elections.

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People Will Not Forgive Congress For Repeatedly Insulting Constitution: Kiren Rijiju

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People Will Not Forgive Congress For Repeatedly Insulting Constitution: Kiren Rijiju

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Thursday said that the people will not forgive the Congress party for repeatedly insulting the Constitution. At a press conference here, the Union Minister took a dig at the Congress MP and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, saying that B.R. Ambedkar’s soul may have suffered as the Gandhi scion was seen at the Samvidhan Sammelan at Nagpur on Wednesday “with a blank notepad with a red cover displaying it as the copy of the Constitution.” “This is highly condemnable,” Rijiju added.

The Union Minister, further attacking the grand old party, said: “By imposing the Emergency, the Congress had strangled democracy. The Congress should first answer about their repeated attacks on the Constitution only then they should hold the Constitution in hand and take the name Dr Ambedkar. Congress has no right to take Dr Ambedkar’s name. Former PM Jawaharlal Nehru was the first to oppose the reservation, as per the records of Parliament. It should also be noted that Congress denied Bharat Ratna to Dr Ambedkar but awarded it to Jawaharlal Nehru.”

“Babasaheb Ambedkar was excluded from the list by Jawaharlal Nehru to prevent him from being included in the first Union Cabinet. When Mahatma Gandhi and some others brought to his attention that the first government was not formed through elections, he was given the post of the country’s first Law Minister. Since then, Nehru has always insulted Dr Ambedkar. Eventually, Dr Ambedkar had to resign. After that, wherever Babasaheb Ambedkar went to contest elections, the Congress tried hard to defeat him,” Rijiju said.

He also questioned why the Congress did not celebrate Constitution Day till 2015. The Union Minister claimed that the Congress had done the biggest damage to the Muslim community by using it as a vote bank. “Muslims remained poor forever and Congress benefited. Against that background, the BJP is taking all the elements of society along with them and is developing them,” Kiren Rijiju said. He also expressed confidence that the falsehood of the Congress has now been exposed, and the minorities will support MahaYuti in Maharashtra.

“The contribution of Maharashtra and the financial capital Mumbai is important to strengthen the economy of the country at the global level. During the MahaYuti government, development work was done at a faster pace, and I am pretty sure that the voters will acknowledge this work,” Kiren Rijiju said. Further, the Union Minister said that Article 370 has been abrogated, and it will not be reinstated again in Jammu and Kashmir, adding that India will remain united.

–IANS

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Siddaramaiah Trying To Become Emperor Of Muslims: Karnataka BJP On Waqf Row

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Siddaramaiah Trying To Become Emperor Of Muslims: Karnataka BJP On Waqf Row

Karnataka Leader of the Opposition (LoP) R Ashoka said on Thursday that Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is trying to become the emperor of Muslims by handing them over lands in the state but the BJP will fight against the Waqf Board’s land encroachments.

“Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is trying to become the emperor of Muslims. We are not politicizing this. The government should immediately declare that Waqf Board assets are government property; then, there will be no problem. This is the land of Mother India, not the property of any particular community. The government should stop treating Hindus as second-class citizens,” said Ashoka during his visit to Mandya district. “The land of the Government Higher Primary School in Chandagalu village in Mandya district has been occupied. The school site is now marked as a graveyard in the land registry. The villagers themselves should clarify whether this is actually a burial ground. We must fight under the slogan, ‘Our school, our right,” he appealed.

Ashoka advised villagers to submit applications to the Deputy Commissioner if any land disputes arise. He further pointed out that the previous Congress government amended the law, requiring disputes over Waqf-related land to be resolved within the Waqf framework, leading to the encroachment of people’s land. Ashoka noted that Hindu religious institutions’ assets fall under the Muzarai Department, thus becoming government property, while Muslim institutions’ assets are categorized under Waqf. He further said that the land of a Virakta Matha was marked as Waqf property in the registry, which forced the Swamiji to come out and protest. “About 15,000 acres of land have been designated as Waqf property. To protect the nation, religion, and Kannada language, we must fight against this. Every citizen of the state should check the land records. If they see the term ‘Waqf,’ inform me, and I will come to fight alongside them,” he assured.

Ashoka also visited the Chikkamma Temple in Mahadevpura village which is also marked as the Waqf property for inspection. Speaking with reporters, he said, “We are fighting for our schools and our temples. If this cancer of land encroachment is not controlled, the lands of farmers and Dalits will be at risk.” “Just like the freedom movement, we now have to fight to abolish the Waqf Board. The name ‘Waqf Board’ must be removed from the land records of the properties of farmers and others, and the government should ensure that the property goes to its rightful owners,” Ashoka demanded. He claimed that Siddaramaiah is using Tipu Sultan as a model and is doing this to appease communal Muslims.

He called on the government to imprison officials involved in land encroachment without hesitation and to take strict action against any official who defrauds the government. “It is of no use if the notice is withdrawn. The district authority’s order must be revoked. The Congress is attempting to loot in the name of the Waqf Board,” he slammed. “As Leader of the Opposition, I have the authority and freedom to travel wherever necessary. For this reason, I am visiting areas where Waqf land encroachments have occurred,” Ashoka stated.

–IANS

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‘World Places Great Hope In US Leadership’: Dalai Lama Greets Trump On Win

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‘World Places Great Hope In US Leadership’: Dalai Lama Greets Trump On Win

On Thursday, the Tibetan spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, congratulated Donald Trump on his victory in the presidential election, saying that the world places great hope in the democratic vision and leadership of the US in these times of great uncertainty.

“I have long admired the United States of America as the champion of democracy, freedom and the rule of law,” the Nobel Peace Laureate wrote.

“The world places great hope in the democratic vision and leadership of the USA In these times of great uncertainty and upheaval in several parts of the world, it is my hope that you will provide leadership in bringing about peace and stability.

The Tibetan people and I have been honoured to have received the support of respective US Presidents and the American people, in our endeavour to protect and preserve our ancient Buddhist culture — a culture of peace, non-violence and compassion that has the potential to benefit humanity as a whole.”

His Holiness concluded: “I wish you every success in meeting the many challenges that lie ahead in fulfilling the hopes and aspirations of the American people and in contributing to peace in the world.”

After winning the polls, Donald Trump declared, “We made history.”

Donald Trump, who will become the 47th President of the US, won with a clear majority. At 78, he will be the oldest President to set foot in the White House. He was also the second president to be elected after being defeated; the last one was Grover Cleveland, who won his second term in 1893.

Donald Trump’s victory was powered by economic issues, the popular disquiet over the inflation that has sent prices of food soaring by about 25 per cent now compared to when he was defeated in 2020. The election was a shocking disappointment for Kamala Harris who stepped in to carry the Democratic Party torch three months ago after President Joe Biden dropped out as questions arose over his mental and physical capabilities.

–IANS

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Tamil Nadu: Textile Industry Seeks Govt Support For Powerloom Modernisation

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Tamil Nadu: Textile Industry Seeks Govt Support For Powerloom Modernisation

With a new textile policy on the horizon, people associated with the Tamil Nadu textile industry have appealed to the state government for support in modernising existing powerloom units. Tamil Nadu textile industry stakeholders informed that traditional powerlooms require investment in new machinery or retrofitting to stay competitive.

The textile sector has also requested the state government to address challenges with Common Effluent Treatment Plants, particularly in managing and disposing of sludge generated from effluent treatment. The Tamil Nadu Department of Handlooms, Handicrafts, Textiles, and Khadi recently conducted discussions with state textile industry associations in Chennai. A department official said several rounds of talks have taken place with industry stakeholders, and the new textile policy is expected to be announced soon.

He said that the policy will be updated to better reflect the industry’s current needs and build upon the 2019 textile policy. The new policy aims to support units with less than Rs 50 crore in turnover in the man-made fibre (MMF) sector.

In addition, the state has issued orders to establish 10 mini textile parks. Once approved by the central government, an integrated textile park near Salem is expected to provide solutions for processing industries in the region. Tamil Nadu accounts for one-third of India’s textile business and is one of the largest textile manufacturing hubs globally. The industry has generated employment for millions, including workers from other states.

Earlier this year, R. Gandhi, Minister of Handlooms and Textiles, presented a policy note for the handlooms, handicrafts, textiles, and khadi sectors, outlining numerous benefits for the industry. The new textile policy also seeks to bolster Tiruppur’s position in the apparel value chain. Tiruppur, known for its Rs 35,000 crore export business and Rs 25,000 crore in domestic trade, is expected to lead the way in Environmental and Social Governance (ESG) practices, attracting further investments.

The garment sector workforce in Tiruppur is predominantly composed of women, making up 80 per cent of its employees. Industry stakeholders raised concerns over rising electricity costs, with textile units currently paying around Rs 9.5 per unit, a significant factor impacting operational costs. Associations in Coimbatore and Tiruppur have urged the state to support the region’s struggling mills, with S.K. Sundararaman, Chairman of the Southern India Mills’ Association, noting that only 60 per cent of textile mills in Tamil Nadu are presently operational. Sundararaman emphasised that investment-friendly policies in states like Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Madhya Pradesh are drawing businesses away, warning that Tamil Nadu’s textile sector could face a severe downturn without timely intervention.

–IANS

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Those Who Turned Party Into Private Limited Company Talking About East India: Smriti Irani Tears Into Rahul Gandhi

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Smriti Irani slammed Rahul Gandhi over his opinion article reflecting on the ‘prowess’ of East India Company.

Former Union Minister Smriti Irani on Thursday tore into the Leader of Opposition (LoP) in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi over his opinion article reflecting on the ‘prowess’ of East India Company and accused him as well as the Congress party of insulting nation’s brave freedom fighters and martyrs.

Addressing a press conference, Smriti Irani said that it was unfortunate that they (Rahul Gandhi and Congress) don’t understand the valour of freedom fighters and their supreme sacrifices.

“They either aren’t aware of the bravery of Birsa Munda, heroic acts of Shivaji Maharaja, the sacrifices of Rani Laxmibai, the intrepidness of Mangal Pandey or tend to deliberately ignore their contributions to the country’s freedom struggle,” the former minister said in a presser.

Smriti Irani also expressed strong reservations over the article’s reference to the Britishers ‘supremacy’, in the first line, which apparently read – ‘India was silenced by East India Company’. “Had India been silent, Britishers would be ruling the country today” she retorted. Further taking a stinging jibe, Irani said, “It’s ludicrous that the family which turned a leading political party into a private limited company is talking about East India Company.”

Earlier in the day, the scions of Indian royal families also took exception to Rahul Gandhi’s article, where he wrote that India’s silence under the East India Company was not due to its business control but rather its oppressive control. They lambasted Congress MP Rahul Gandhi for describing the country’s former kings as “pliant maharajas” subjugated by the East India Company. Rajasthan Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari, the granddaughter of Man Singh II, the last Maharaja of Jaipur, voiced her disapproval on X, saying, “I strongly condemn Mr Rahul Gandhi’s attempt to malign the erstwhile royal families of India in an editorial today. The dream of an integrated India was only possible because of the utmost sacrifice of the erstwhile royal families of India.” Vikramaditya Singh, former Congress leader and grandson of Maharaja Sir Hari Singh, the last ruler of Kashmir, criticised Gandhi’s “superficial understanding of history.”

“The irony is that Mr Rahul Gandhi, coming from such immense privilege himself, would repeatedly attempt to malign the Maharajas’ colossal contributions to the Republic of India is appalling,” Singh wrote. Chaitanya Raj Singh, representing the former royal family of Jaisalmer, called the LoP’s claims “baseless and unacceptable,” remarking, “Perhaps Rahul Gandhi has forgotten who actually did the work of uniting India; he should look into the pages of history.” In an article in a leading daily, Rahul Gandhi wrote that the Easy India Company suppressed India by allying with, bribing and threatening more pliant maharajas and nawabs.

–IANS

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Protest Erupts In Vennaimalai Murugan Temple Over Land Acquisition By HRCE Authorities, Women Block Temple Access

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Protest Erupts In Vennaimalai Murugan Temple Over Land Acquisition By HRCE Authorities, Women Block Temple Access.

Hundreds of people, particularly women, staged a sit-in protest near Karur against the arbitrary land acquisition. They claimed that the land on which they resided belonged to the temple, and they opposed the temple officials’ attempts to seize it. In a show of resistance, the public sat on the temple’s steps, blocking access and preventing the temple from opening.

The protest was sparked by an order from the Madurai branch of the High Court, which authorized officials from the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments (HRCE) Department to acquire vacant plots and houses in the name of the Vennaimalai Balasubramanya Swamy Temple, located in Karur district.

On the previous day, the HRCE had issued notices to seize seven properties, including a private bank office, at the Ayyappan Temple in Vennaimalai.

In response, the public held discussions with HRCE officials at the temple’s office. During the talks, they requested more time before the land acquisition took place. Following this, Karur’s Assistant Commissioner of the HRCE, Ramani Kanthan, asked to write a petition and attempted to leave. However, the protesters blocked his exit, preventing him from leaving the office.

The situation escalated as the public took their protest to the steps of the Balasubramanya Swamy Temple, engaging in a Sit in demonstration demanding an end to the land acquisition. When the priests arrived to open the temple gates for the Shashti Puja at 5:00 pm, they were unable to proceed because the protesters had blocked the entrance. The priests then turned back without opening the temple, leaving devotees disappointed as they could not worship.

The protesters, instead of leaving, set up arrangements to cook dinner in the temple grounds. Meanwhile, Karur Town’s Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), Selvaraj, deployed more than 25 police officers to maintain security at the Vennaimalai Balasubramanya Swamy Temple complex as the protest continued.

(With Inputs From Dinamalar)

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Devotees Scramble For Parking Space And Accommodation In Tiruchendur As DMK Members Allegedly Get Preferential Treatment To Witness Soorasamharam Festival

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Devotees Scramble For Parking Space And Accommodation In Tiruchendur As DMK Members Allegedly Get Preferential Treatment To Witness Soorasamharam Festival.

The “Soorasamharam” festival, celebrated by devotees of Lord Murugan across the country, marks the dramatic climax of the battle between the deity and the demon Soorapadman. It depicts Lord Murugan’s victory as he slays Soorapadman and his allies—Anamugan, Panumugan, and Simhamugan—using his divine spear, the Vel, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil. This annual event is a central part of the ‘Kanda Sashti’ festival held at the Subramania Swamy Temple in Tiruchendur. Devotees from across the nation, and even from abroad, flock to witness this momentous occasion.

To accommodate the large number of visitors, various arrangements are typically made, such as special buses, trains, and designated parking spaces. However, this year, many devotees are facing significant difficulty in finding parking spaces for their vehicles, despite having already paid or reserved space for the same.

This issue arises from a new directive allegedly issued by a DMK minister. The DMK, allegedly with some of its ministers seeking to promote their political interests, has sent out a special letter requesting that more parking spaces be allocated for their VIPs, leading to widespread distress among devotees. This move has caused significant disruption, as those who had made prior parking arrangements are now unable to park, exacerbating an already challenging situation. This latest move by the ruling party has deeply angered and displeased the devotees who visited the temple for this special occasion.

The devotees further expressed their distress, lamenting that none were allocated to them despite having paid for rooms. Instead, the rooms were given to the on-duty bandobast officials. With the onset of rain, the devotees were left waiting to have a darshan of Lord Muruga, drenched in the downpour. They also complained about the insufficient bathroom facilities, which they were unable to access.

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Pak Wife Of Jailed Terrorist Yasin Malik Appeals To Rahul Gandhi To Advocate For Her Husband In Parliament, Cites Human Rights Concerns

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Mushaal Hussein Mullick, the Pakistani wife of jailed terrorist and “leader” Yasin Malik, recently sent a letter to Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, urging him to advocate for her husband’s case in Parliament. Dated 6 November 2024, the letter appeals to Gandhi to initiate a debate on Malik’s situation, framing it as an opportunity to promote “peace in Jammu and Kashmir.” Maik, who leads the Jammu Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF), has been convicted on terrorism-related charges, with the National Investigation Agency (NIA) seeking the death penalty in a 2022 terror-funding case. Mushaal alleges that Malik is suffering “inhumane treatment” in custody and claims he has embraced non-violence, describing his current hunger strike as a protest against prison conditions.

In her letter, Mushaal emphasizes Malik’s alleged shift from armed struggle to non-violent activism, stating that he could contribute to peace in the region.

It is noteworthy that Mushaal Hussein Mullick in 2023 joined Pakistan’s caretaker cabinet as Special Assistant on Human Rights under PM Anwarul Haq Kakar.

The plea arrives amid ongoing legal proceedings in which the NIA is pushing for capital punishment, underscoring the gravity of the charges he faces, including terror funding and acts that led to the death of four Indian Air Force officers.

Malik was considered a hero for doing that act of terror.

Congress’s Historical Ties With Malik

The letter has rekindled the links between Congress and such terrorists. Critics argue that Congress has maintained a soft stance towards Malik and other “separatist” figures in the past. Some have pointed to past interactions between Congress leaders and Kashmiri separatist leaders, with critics alleging that such ties have contributed to favorable perceptions of Congress among separatist circles. In 2006, Malik met with then-Prime Minister Manmohan Singh as part of an outreach effort aimed at promoting dialogue in Jammu and Kashmir. Photos of the meeting, which circulated widely, were controversial, especially given Malik’s admitted involvement in violent acts, including the kidnapping of Rubaiya Sayeed, daughter of former home minister Mufti Mohammad Sayeed, and the killing of Squadron Leader Ravi Khanna.

Congress leaders, including Mani Shankar Aiyar and Digvijaya Singh, have previously made statements that critics argue align with the views of pro-separatist groups, further fueling accusations of political sympathy toward separatists. These allegations have been compounded by endorsements from figures such as Lashkar-e-Taiba chief Hafiz Muhammad Saeed, who has cited statements from Congress leaders in support of separatist rhetoric.

(With inputs from OpIndia)

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