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Tamil Nadu
India’s Stars Go From Bollywood to Ballot Box
By Neeta Lal
What happens when Indian movie stars enter politics?
Intrigue in Tamil Nadu Politics Continues After Jayalalithaa's Death
By Padmapriya Govindarajan
The dust is far from settling in Tamil Nadu.
After Jayalalithaa, Tamil Nadu's Political Power Struggle Continues
By Padmapriya Govindarajan
The weeks following J Jayalalithaa's death have seen a dramatic factional power struggle play out in Tamil Nadu.
An Oil Spill Rattles the Indian City of Chennai
By Padmapriya Govindarajan
Chennai's oil spill jolts a government in transition, resulting in confusion and evasion.
How Jallikattu Came to Be Linked With the Idea of 'Being Tamil' in India
By Padmapriya Govindarajan
In Tamil Nadu, a passionate debate emerges about culture, animal cruelty, and what it means to be 'Tamil.'
India: Demonetization and Natural Disaster
By Padmapriya Govindarajan
India's decision to demonetize high value currency has hampered natural disaster recovery efforts in Tamil Nadu.
Tamil Nadu's J Jayalalithaa, an Indian Political Giant, Dead at 68
By Padmapriya Govindarajan
Tamil Nadu's "Iron Lady" passes away, leaving a titanic influence on state politics.
Is Chennai Doomed to Repeat 2015's Devastating Floods?
By Padmapriya Govindarajan
How is India managing increasingly severe and frequent flooding? Chennai is a worrisome case study.
How State Governments Can Help India 'Act East'
By Tridivesh Singh Maini
India can diversify its Act East policy by supporting southern states in their efforts to boost connectivity.
After Poor State Election Results, Decline Continues for Indian Congress Party
By Ankit Panda
The party's political relevance continues to shrink across India.
Indian State Election Results: What You Need to Know
By Padmapriya Govindarajan
Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam, and West Bengal all just posted results. Here's what you need to know.
Tamil Nadu's State Elections: Which Parties Can Be Trusted to Deliver Change?
By Padmapriya Govindarajan
On what bones of contention are the four main stakeholders in the May 2016 elections clashing?