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Stalin’s announcements for government employees welcomed • Apr. 28, 2025, 7:55 AM ET (The Hindu)
Tamil Nadu ministers Senthil Balaji, K Ponmudy resign: What’s behind the DMK shake-up? • Apr. 27, 2025, 7:20 PM ET (The Indian Express)
Today in Politics: As Tamil Nadu Governor Ravi ups the ante in row with DMK, why AIADMK, BJP may be feeling uneasy • Apr. 25, 2025, 4:13 PM ET (The Indian Express)
Today in Politics: RN Ravi’s conference with VCs sets stage for new battle with DMK • Apr. 22, 2025, 2:42 AM ET (The Indian Express)
SDPI’s exit from AIADMK alliance reflects minorities trust in DMK: Anbil Mahesh • Apr. 20, 2025, 12:36 AM ET (The Hindu)

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Also Known As Dravidian Progressive Federation • DMK
Date 1949 - present
Related People M.K. Stalin • Muthuvel Karunanidhi • C.N. Annadurai

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