Charles Martin promised to spend Rs 100 crore of personal funds for Puducherry's development if elected in 2026. The LJK leader announced multiple women-centric welfare schemes and political reservations.
The Election Commission published Puducherry's draft electoral roll under the Special Intensive Revision. Sources said 110 new booths were added and 85,000 names removed. The total electorate now stands at 7.64 lakh.
Jose Charles Martin launched Latchiya Jananayaga Katchi in Puducherry, alleging neglect and corruption. He promised development, youth opportunities, healthcare reforms, and said his political journey aimed to transform the Union Territory.
A day after Vijay's Puducherry rally, Charles Martin launched his new political party. He converted JCM Makkal Mandram into Latchiya Jananayaka Katchi. His entry is expected to alter alliance dynamics in the Union Territory.
Puducherry Chief Minister N Rangasamy declined to comment on a possible TVK alliance, saying only "thank you." Home Minister A Namachivayam said Vijay lacked facts on schemes and Statehood and accused him of delivering false information.
Actor-politician Vijay held his first public meeting in Puducherry after the Karur stampede. He praised the Puducherry government for allowing the rally, targeted the DMK and BJP, and raised local infrastructure and fishermen issues.
For the first time since the Karur stampede, actor-politician Vijay is set to hold a public meeting in Puducherry on December 9. Police capped attendance at 5,000 with QR-only entry and denied roadshow permission.
Six deaths in Puducherry linked to suspected contaminated drinking water have triggered protests by the DMK, AIADMK and activists, who blame government negligence and demand urgent relief, accountability and compensation.
Puducherry MLA Chandira Priyanga has released a video alleging torture, harassment, and surveillance by a fellow Minister, accusing him of political vendetta and misuse of power while withholding his identity.
A 26-year-old model from Puducherry, known for challenging skin bias and winning a world black pageant, has died by suicide. The victim consumed sleeping pills on July 5th and passed away in Puducherry. She had been fighting depression and fair skin bias throughout her life. The model, named San Rachel, was vocal about breaking skin color stereotypes and advocating for women's security. Police have initiated an investigation into the incident. The news has shocked her community, where she was seen as a beacon of hope in the fight against skin color bias.
Model and pageant winner San Rechal Gandhi, who challenged colourism and advocated for women's safety, passed away in Puducherry after a reported overdose of sleeping pills. She had represented India in several international modelling events.
A viral video from Yanam, Puducherry, shows fish crawling on a road during heavy rains. The sight was captured on camera by a commuter. Experts think the fish could either be climbing perches or mudskippers.
A 32-year-old US-based ophthalmologist was stopped from boarding at the Puducherry airport for carrying a satellite phone.
Puducherry government to provide Rs 500 per day to families of fishermen detained by Sri Lankan Navy. The government also announced Rs 8 lakh compensation for fishermen whose mechanised boat was seized in Karaikal region.
Following concerns over poor water quality, Puducherry will supply 20-litre cans of drinking water free of cost to affected households from April 14, Public Works Department Minister K Lakshminarayanan announced.
Puducherry Chief Minister N Rangasamy announced a directive requiring all shops and establishments to display their names in Tamil, following a plea in the Assembly. Government invitations will also feature Tamil.
Another child in Puducherry has tested positive for human metapneumovirus (HMPV) and is under treatment at JIPMER. Health officials report the child is recovering, and precautions have been intensified.
Cyclone Fengal brought unprecedented rain, claiming lives and damaging livelihoods in Puducherry. The government rolls out financial aid for families, farmers, and fishermen, while urging the Centre for Rs 100 crore assistance.
Cyclone Fengal live: Cyclone Fengal made landfall near Puducherry, where 42 cm of rain was recorded, the highest in 30 years and also led to flooding at several places, including Chennai, where three people were electrocuted.
A head constable suffered a head injury and a disfigured face after he was attacked by drug smugglers with a cooker lid while he was trying to stop them in Puducherry. Two accused were arrested in connection with the incident.
