These are the three main headlines on the Tamil Nadu AIADMK crisis today:
- OPS trying to win over more legislators from Sasikala camp
- Chennai Police to submit report in AIADMK MLAs' 'hostage' case
- Sasikala seeks appointment with Governor to prove majority
Read all live updates and breaking news from Tamil Nadu here on International Business Times, India:
8.45 pm: AIADMK's South Madurai MLA Saravanan and MP from Madurai R Gopalakrishnan extend support to OPS
8.40 pm: If we let the Governor go beyond the constitution, the constitution will become irrelevant: S Swamy
8.40 pm: There is nothing really wrong with what the Governor has done: Siddharth Luthra, Fmr ASG
8.30 pm: Under present situation, Constitutional provisions must be followed strictly: Subramanian Swamy
8.28 pm: The MLAs have not moved to Paneerselvam's camp, MPs have: Apsara Reddy
8.25 pm: Chinnamma was following the voice of AIADMK and voice of people, the loudest voice out of these was OPS': Apsara Reddy
8.22 pm: Tamil Nadu is in a very vulnerable situation, we are in huge crisis we don't want more instability: A Sarvanan, DMK
8.20 pm: The Governor has violated the constitution: Subramanian Swamy, MP Rajya Sabha
8.19 pm: The Governor should act according to the spirit of the Constitution: A Sarvanan, DMK
8.17 pm: Panneerselvam has failed to present the list of MLAs supporting him: Subramanian Swamy, RS MP
8.16 pm: Sasikala didn't suffer from any disqualification according to the constitution: Subramanian Swamy, MP Rajya Sabha
8.15 pm: It's nothing but sheer opportunism by Sasikala, she has betrayed people's trust: R Rajagopalan, Sr Journalist
8.01 pm: I see peace and happiness in the eyes of all MLAs, says Sasikala
8.01 pm: Women MLAs were threatened, but we should maintain our calm. Our party peace must prevail: Sasikala
7.56 pm: Sasikala says "will stay with MLAs tonight" at Golden Bay resort in Kuvathur
7.52 pm: When I was coming here(resort),ppl called me to a hut & I went there;I saw Amma's photo there.Thats where she lives,in their hearts:Sasikala
7.50 pm: Amma still alive in our hearts: Sasikala
7.47 pm: Governor has no choice but follow the majority provided to Sasikala by the MLAs: Vikas Singh Former ASG
7.46 pm: Sasikala breaks down while addressing the party MLAs at Golden Bay resort in Kuvathur
7.43 pm: DMK is an expert in calculating things. When MGR passed away they did the same thing: Sasikala
7.43 pm: VK Sasikala addressing media ahead of SC verdict in DA case
7.29 pm: Judges might pronounce 2 different verdicts, in that case, matter could be delayed further: Subramanian Swamy, BJP
7.19 pm: Both judges could be delivering separate judgments: Mohan Parasaran, Fmr Solicitor General
6.49 pm: Verdict in Sasikala DA case to be out tomorrow at 10.30 am in Supreme Court
6.44 pm: Whoever has majority, should be invited by Governor to form the Govt. We have been stressing on this from Day 1: MK Stalin
6.30 pm: DMK's MK Stalin says he supports floor test and doesn't want to waste time on Sasikala
We will only comment on the DA case once it is out, can't comment right now: MK Stalin pic.twitter.com/07NbTvQrxP
— ANI (@ANI_news) February 13, 2017
6.25 pm: Amid allegations of illegal detention, 119 pro-Sasikala MLAs inform Madras HC in writing that they were staying on their "own volition"
6.24 pm: Governor should immediately take steps to establish a stable Govt in the state: MK Stalin
6.24 pm: Many of the development works have stagnated, most important issues are drinking water, farmer suicides, drought situation: MK Stalin
6.20 pm: Guv should only follow the Constitution; it's not necessary to follow what happened in the past: C Rajashekharan
#VKSasikala reaches resort in Kovathur where AIADMK MLAs are lodged #TamilNadu pic.twitter.com/079Qdz6wO2
— ANI (@ANI_news) February 13, 2017
5.30 pm: I always suspected Panneerselvam, I am being targeted because I am a woman: Sasikala
5.20 pm: AG Mukul Rohatgi advises the Governor that floor test should be held in the TN assembly.
5.15 pm: DMK strategy meeting at party headquarter in Chennai
5.15 pm: No, I don't think so: Sasikala on being asked if the delay in forming Government is because of pending DA case verdict
5.12 pm: DMK treasurer MK Stalin reaches party HQ in Chennai for strategy meeting
4.51 pm: For the third day in row, Sasikala is traveling for almost 90km. If she is so confident, why is she going there: AIADMK MP and Panneerselvam aide V Maitreyan
For the 3rd day in row, she is traveling for almost 90kms, if she is so confident why is she going there:Maitreyan, OPS Team#ChennaiChurn pic.twitter.com/QZXafLlhe4
— TIMES NOW (@TimesNow) February 13, 2017
4.27 pm: Sasikala to meet AIADMK MLAs at Kuvathur's Golden Bay Resorts for the third day in a row.
#WATCH For 3rd day in a row, Sasikala to hold discussions with party MLAs at Golden Bay resort - @timesnow Report #ChennaiChurn pic.twitter.com/AWYfyjw6gx
— TIMES NOW (@TimesNow) February 13, 2017
3.49 pm: We will continue our peaceful protest for formation of the Tamil Nadu government: AIADMK
2.42 pm: Sasikala addressing supporters gathered outside Poes Garden. Says attempts to divide AIADMK will not succeed.
Betrayer #Panneerselvam's true colours can be seen now: #VKSasikala addressing supporters gathered outside Poes Garden residence in Chennai pic.twitter.com/jqRWyjlG6d
— ANI (@ANI_news) February 13, 2017
2.21 pm: It's a conspiracy against me, I was with Amma for 33 years, says Sasikala
We have seen 1000 such 'Panneerselvams'. For the past 33 years, we both have seen everything. So I am not scared: #VKSasikala pic.twitter.com/Pp0Rjn9jna
— ANI (@ANI_news) February 13, 2017
2.17 pm: Sasikala also says that Panneerselvam had asked her to take charge after Jayalalithaa's death, but she had denied saying that she can't at that juncture. "So, Panneerselvam was given the responsibility," she said.
#Panneerselvam asked me to take charge then, but I said I can't at this juncture. So #Panneerselvam was given responsibility: #VKSasikala pic.twitter.com/acfiksoaxJ
— ANI (@ANI_news) February 13, 2017
2.08 pm: Sasikala says that people are trying to divide AIADMK and that she won't let it happen. "When I was in pain for the party's future, I stood firm on my stand. All of you must know what is the truth," she says at Poes Garden.
When Amma passed away, I came to know about conspiracy being hatched to divide the party: #VKSasikala at Poes Garden residence pic.twitter.com/GT723azMeg
— ANI (@ANI_news) February 13, 2017
1.56 pm: GS Mani says that the apex court should hear his side before passing any order in Sasikala matter
1.54 pm: G S Mani, lawyer for Satta Panchayat Iyakkam, files a caveat in the Supreme court on Sasikala matter.
1.19 pm: PIL filed in Supreme Court asking the Tamil Nadu Governor to invite VK Sasikala to form the government within 24 hours.
Kancheepuram SP files affidavit in Madras High Court on the allegations of MLAs being held hostage by VK Sasikala pic.twitter.com/gegarPPYlJ
— TIMES NOW (@TimesNow) February 13, 2017
12.23 pm: Former Minister Vaigai Selvan says he is expecting the Tamil Nadu Governor to take a call by evening.
12.17 pm:
Acting Tamil Nadu Chief Minister O Panneerselvam reaches Secretariat to chair a meet #SasiSupportSlips pic.twitter.com/nbTPPxgNGm
— TIMES NOW (@TimesNow) February 13, 2017
11.57 am: Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam working president MK Stalin reaches Tamil Nadu secretariat.
11.45 am: Panneerselvam to visit Tamil Nadu Secretariat. There is heavy deployment of police personnel in the area.
Chennai: #OPanneerselvam offers prayers and meets supporters at his residence before leaving for Tamil Nadu secretariat. pic.twitter.com/4bpPbaBJcw
— ANI (@ANI_news) February 13, 2017
10.42 am: Sasikala, who met AIADMK MLAs at a resort twice over the weekend, has said that she expects a call from the Tamil Nadu Governor today.
Respected Chinnamma given a warm welcome on her arrival at Kuvathoor. #Chinnamma4CM pic.twitter.com/RDZdJQgI6t
— AIADMK (@AIADMKOfficial) February 13, 2017
Respected Chinnamma offers prayers to Amma and is seen amidst the MLAs. #Chinnamma4CM pic.twitter.com/4RAn2Uc5ZB
— AIADMK (@AIADMKOfficial) February 13, 2017
10.30 am: Chennai Police will submit report in the MLA 'hostage' case in Tamil Nadu to Madras High Court today.