According to one report, the Vande Mataram song was not performed during a State-level Independence Day function in Kerala where Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan hoisted the national flag.
TVK leaders have condemned statements made by Nainar Nagenthran, the BJP State unit chief, reportedly directed at T.N. Chief Minister Mr. Vijay.
According to The Hindu, a Social Justice Minister stated that a decision on a dedicated law for honour killings in Tamil Nadu awaits a commission's report.
According to The Hindu, IT Minister Lokesh called for joint efforts to achieve ‘Swarnandhra’ and highlighted improvements in government education.
