Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Jayalalitha
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Tamil Nadu CM Vijay writes to PM Modi, urges Lok Sabha cap at 543, implementing women's quota
Tamil Nadu | Aug 14, 2026, 09:55 AM ISTTamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to introduce Constitutional amendments to permanently retain the strength of the Lok Sabha at 543 seats.
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Tamil Nadu government hikes TASMAC staff salaries by 25% after two decades
Tamil Nadu | Jul 07, 2026, 06:44 PM ISTThe Tamil Nadu government has announced a 25% salary hike for employees working at TASMAC liquor outlets, marking their first pay revision in two decades.
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CM Vijay gives free hand to officials, says 'punish offenders regardless of power or influence'
Tamil Nadu | Jun 30, 2026, 07:45 AM ISTTamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay directed district collectors and SPs to work without political interference, crack down on drugs, illegal mining and crimes against women while ensuring transparent governance and better public service delivery.
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CM Vijay rakes up CAA protests, NEET, Karur stampede in Tamil Nadu assembly speech | Top Quotes
Chennai | Jun 23, 2026, 11:08 AM ISTVijay highlighted a series of public welfare activities carried out by him and his supporters before formally launching the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), including backing fishermen’s issues, supporting major protests such as Jallikattu and Sterlite, and assisting students through scholarships.
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Tamil Nadu CM Joseph Vijay Wraps Up Two-Day Delhi Visit After Submitting State Demands to PM Modi
News | May 28, 2026, 01:24 PM ISTTamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay officially concluded his high-profile, two-day official visit to the national capital, marking a significant milestone in state-center administrative relations. Visuals captured the Chief Minister leaving the Tamil Nadu House in Delhi amid tight security.
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BJP slams Rahul Gandhi after Vijay 'commemorates' LTTE founder Prabhakaran: 'For slice of power'
Tamil Nadu | May 19, 2026, 06:05 PM ISTNotably, reference to the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) is politically sensitive in India, as the group was banned for its role in terrorism and was responsible for the 1991 killing of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi.
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Women to get May month installment of Rs 1,000 under 'Kalaignar Urimai Thogai' scheme soon: CM Vijay
Tamil Nadu | May 14, 2026, 01:14 PM ISTTamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay announced that the Rs 1,000 May installment under the 'Kalaignar Urimai Thogai' scheme for women beneficiaries will be deposited soon. He assured quick processing and timely financial support.
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Vijay pushes for scrapping NEET after paper leak, seeks admissions based on class 12 marks
Tamil Nadu | May 13, 2026, 08:36 PM ISTIn an official statement, Chief Minister Vijay said the repeated incidents of paper leaks have exposed deep structural flaws in the examination system.
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Rift in Tamil Nadu government already? Vijay's allies miffed over astrologer's appointment
Tamil Nadu | May 12, 2026, 11:48 PM ISTStrong reactions came quickly from within the ruling alliance. Congress MP Sasikanth Senthil questioned the logic of appointing an astrologer to an official post, asking why such a role was needed in the first place.
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PM Modi speaks to Tamil Nadu CM Vijay; congratulates him on new role
Tamil Nadu | May 10, 2026, 11:48 PM ISTBefore the telephone call, PM Modi had also extended his greetings publicly through a post on X. The Prime Minister assured continued cooperation between the Centre and the Tamil Nadu government for the welfare of the people.
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Vijay's gesture for 78-year-old KA Sengottaiyan steal spotlight at Tamil Nadu swearing-in ceremony
Tamil Nadu | May 10, 2026, 12:13 PM ISTAs Sengottaiyan walked forward for the ceremony, Vijay, along with Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, remained standing throughout the oath-taking.
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PM Modi congratulates Vijay on becoming Tamil Nadu CM, pledges centre-state cooperation
Tamil Nadu | May 10, 2026, 11:30 AM ISTPM Modi has congratulated Vijay on becoming Tamil Nadu CM. In his message, he wished Vijay a successful tenure and said the Central Government will work together with the Tamil Nadu government for the welfare of the people.
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Vijay takes oath as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, ends decades-old DMK-AIADMK era
Tamil Nadu | May 10, 2026, 10:48 AM ISTVijay took oath as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu at Chennai’s Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium after securing majority support in the Assembly. His party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), managed to cross the required 118-seat mark with backing from Congress and several other smaller parties.
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Vijay's oath unlikely today as Tamil Nadu Governor not convinced about majority numbers: Sources
Tamil Nadu | May 07, 2026, 12:00 AM ISTTVK chief Vijay's swearing-in appears doubtful as the Tamil Nadu Governor has asked for letters proving support from at least 118 MLAs. Vijay currently has formal backing from only 112 MLAs and has sought more time to gather support.
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Coimbatore to begin a 24×7 continuous water supply: Project cost, scale and ward-wise coverage
Chennai | Feb 21, 2026, 08:04 AM ISTWard-wise expansion is reportedly expected to happen in phases after technical reviews and testing of pressure management systems.
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Tamil Nadu's all-party meeting requests PM Modi's assurance on delimitation based on 1971 census
Tamil Nadu | Mar 05, 2025, 01:53 PM ISTTamil Nadu all-party meeting: Chief Minister MK Stalin pointed out that Tamil Nadu's success in controlling its population through family planning and women empowerment could lead to a loss of parliamentary seats.
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Udhayanidhi, son of MK Stalin, appointed as Deputy CM of Tamil Nadu amid Cabinet reshuffle
Chennai | Sep 28, 2024, 11:46 PM ISTUdhayanidhi Stalin is currently the Youth Welfare and Sports Development Minister in the Tamil Nadu Cabinet. He will also get the portfolio of Planning and Development.
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Jayalalithaa's gold, diamond jewellery to be handed over to TN govt in March, rules Karnataka court
Tamil Nadu | Feb 21, 2024, 12:03 PM ISTIn the same order, the Special Court had ordered the payment of Rs five crore to Karnataka for the expenses of the trial conducted in the State.
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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Stalin initiates Rs 6,000 flood relief for Cyclone-affected families
Chennai | Dec 17, 2023, 03:33 PM ISTTamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin launched a Rs 6,000 cash assistance program for families affected by recent floods caused by Cyclone Michaung.
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Madras High Court upholds 7.5% reservation for govt school students, MK Stalin terms it 'historic'
India | Apr 07, 2022, 02:02 PM ISTThe court said the law is valid and the government has the power to provide reservation.