Tag Archives: Tamil Nadu politics

Is Rajinikanth really the next MGR or NTR?

In a state that has seen three actors become CM, superstar Rajinikanth’s political entry has come with the weight of expectation. Naan eppo varuven eppadi varuven-nu yarukkum theriyathu, aana vara vendiya nerathula correct-aa varuven (Nobody knows when I will come, how I will come. But when I have to come, …

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How Rajinikanth Will Affect Tamil Nadu Politics

Rajinikanth surprised today by announcing his decision to join politics. (Archive) Chennai: Superstar Rajinikanth was shocked today by announcing her decision to join politics just weeks after she spoke about being informed by doctors that her health might not be up to the challenge. “I am willing to sacrifice my …

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“Party Said Will Stand By Me”

Rajinikanth met with members of the Rajinikanth Makkal Mandram in Chennai today. Chennai: Tamil film actor Rajinikanth met with senior officials from his political party today and said he will “announce my decision soon” on his electoral policy plans. His announcement came in the context of doctors advising him not …

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Why feminists should join the movement against the Manusmriti

On Saturday, Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK, Panther Liberation Party) held demonstrations across Tamil Nadu to demand the banning of the Manusmriti as a text that degrades and enslaves women. Orchestrating a mass popular protest, VCK President Thol. Thirumavalavan joins the ranks of revolutionary anti-caste feminists like Mahatma Phule, Revolutionary Dr. …

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