Tamil Nadu Assembly Urges Union Government to Withdraw Foreign Contribution Bill
On Tuesday, August 11, 2026, the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly unanimously passed a resolution urging the Union Government to withdraw the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, due to concerns over provisions affecting charitable organizations' autonomy. Minister Rajamohan highlighted potential adverse impacts on educational and social welfare institutions run by minorities. The assembly called for comprehensive consultations with stakeholders to ensure principles of natural justice and federalism while protecting property rights. BJP member M. Bhojarajan defended the Bill earlier but did not vote against it.
24 AUG 2026
— The Hindu
Minister Aadhav Arjuna defended the DMK's coalition strategy, arguing that its allies were crucial for electoral success.
31 AUG 2026
— The Hindu
Newly elected Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly leader Tharahai Cuthbert was given a front-row seat, prompting a request from DMK MLA E.V. Velu to move senior members to the front row.
6 SEPT 2026
— The Hindu
The Tamil Nadu government is considering abolishing the State Planning Commission and replacing it with subject-specific expert committees.
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