Ex-MLA Muthukumar Remanded in Police Custody for Bribery

Police have secured a five-day custody of former MLA Muthukumar in connection with a private school bribery case. The case stems from allegations that money was illegally collected from over 1,000 private schools during the previous DMK regime to grant permanent recognition and official permissions. This investigation highlights ongoing scrutiny into systemic corruption within educational administration.