In today's Tamil Nadu Brief, NDTV's Sam Daniel reports on mounting speculation over former BJP Tamil Nadu chief Annamalai's political future, with sources indicating he may quit the BJP, launch a people's movement and later float a political party. Chief Minister Vijay thanks Trichy East voters and blames the DMK's alleged drugs culture for rising crime, promising better law and order and women's safety. Plus, meet Chennai's IIT-JEE toppers and high achievers as they share their success stories, preparation strategies and future plans.