Journalist Arrested, Phone Seized Over Alleged Messages About MLA Poaching

A journalist was taken into custody by police after authorities seized his phone during a routine check. The seizure followed the discovery of messages that allegedly connected the journalist to a claim that a Member of the Legislative Assembly from the TVK party was involved in poaching. The messages reportedly referenced the MLA’s alleged involvement in the illegal activity, prompting a legal investigation. No further details have been released regarding the charges or the journalist’s current status.