TN Elections 2026: AIADMK to start seat talks, DMK gives Congress ultimatum

• AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami announced seat-sharing talks with allies will begin soon for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections.
• Palaniswami expressed confidence in the AIADMK-led NDA forming the government and hinted at new parties joining the coalition.
• The BJP is reportedly seeking between 35 and 56 seats, with IJK already identifying 7 constituencies.
• DMK has given Congress a Tuesday ultimatum to accept 25 assembly seats and one Rajya Sabha berth, or face reallocation to DMDK.
• Congress is hesitant to accept DMK's offer, with internal discussions and rumors of a potential alliance with Vijay’s TVK.