A political controversy has erupted in Tamil Nadu after the DMK approached the Governor seeking a comprehensive investigation into allegations that Chief Minister Vijay attempted to persuade two DMK-backed MLAs to resign from the State Assembly. The ruling party has demanded the registration of an FIR and a detailed probe by the Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (DVAC), alleging that the reported move amounted to an attempt to alter the composition of the Assembly through inducement and political "horse-trading." The complaint is based on remarks allegedly made by MDMK General Secretary Vaiko during the party's General Council meeting. According to the allegations, Vaiko claimed that Vijay had requested him to persuade two MLAs to resign from their Assembly seats. The DMK further alleges that the matter was discussed during a meeting at Vaiko's residence, where Vijay is accused of offering political support and campaign backing if the legislators resigned and later contested the resulting by-elections. WATCH

The political temperature in Tamil Nadu has risen sharply after a resurfaced video of Minister D Sarath Kumar went viral on social media, triggering allegations of substance abuse and sparking widespread political controversy. The viral clip, reportedly recorded during an IPL match at Chennai's MA Chidambaram Stadium in 2024, appears to show the minister using a card to straighten a white substance on a mobile phone. The visuals quickly spread across social media, with many users demanding his resignation and questioning the nature of the substance seen in the video. Responding to the controversy, D Sarath Kumar strongly denied all allegations, stating that the substance was not a narcotic but medicine crushed for his child. He said the incident took place while he was attending the IPL match with his family and accused social media users of misrepresenting the old video to create a false narrative. The minister also argued that the allegations were baseless, pointing out that the incident occurred inside a stadium with tight security and in the presence of his family. He appealed to the public to stop circulating misleading claims, saying the controversy had caused significant personal distress. WATCH