Tamil Nadu Government
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Major Blow to CM Vijay: Madras High Court Cancels Karur Stampede Job Appointments
Originals | Jul 28, 2026, 06:34 PM ISTIn a major setback for the Tamil Nadu government led by Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay, the Madras High Court has quashed the decision to provide government jobs on compassionate grounds to the families of those who died in the 2025 Karur stampede. Watch the video to know more.
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Conspiracy to topple Vijay's govt in Tamil Nadu? Rs 35 crore offer, MLA poaching bid and a DMK link
Tamil Nadu | Jul 01, 2026, 05:29 PM ISTTamil Nadu Police has arrested three persons in an alleged plot to poach TVK MLAs and bring a no-confidence motion against the Assembly Speaker in a bid to bring down Vijay's government in the state. Sources say a sum of Rs 35 crore was offered to MLAs to switch sides.
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Tamil Nadu goes to SC against Madras HC's decision allowing lamp lighting on Thiruparankundram Hill
Tamil Nadu | Jun 23, 2026, 02:01 PM ISTAt the heart of the dispute is the Deepa Thoon, a stone lamp pillar located approximately 50 metres from a dargah atop Thiruparankundram Hill. The controversy began after several devotees approached the High Court seeking permission to light the traditional lamp at the site.
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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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All well in AIADMK? EPS camp, rebel MLAs revoke opposing pleas; Velumani says 'differences resolved'
Tamil Nadu | May 27, 2026, 04:59 PM ISTAIADMK leader S P Velumani denied reports of a split within the party and asserted that differences with Edappadi K Palaniswami had been resolved. After meeting Palaniswami, leaders from both camps jointly met Assembly Speaker Prabhakar and withdrew plea against the rebel MLAs.
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End of 59-year drought for Congress in Tamil Nadu as two MLAs join Vijay's cabinet today
Tamil Nadu | May 21, 2026, 12:03 AM ISTCongress MLAs Rajesh Kumar and P. Vishwanathan will be inducted into the Tamil Nadu Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Vijay, on Thursday. This marks the first time in 59 years that Congress will have a minister in the state government.
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Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, May 13, 2026
India | May 13, 2026, 08:51 PM ISTA few days after urging citizens to adopt austerity measures and reduce the use of fuel-powered vehicles, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also scaled down the size of his own convoy, reflecting his appeal in practice.
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AIADMK feud: Palaniswami removes Velumani and Shanmugam from their party posts
Tamil Nadu | May 13, 2026, 07:37 PM ISTAIADMK feud: Palaniswami removes Velumani and Shanmugam from their party posts
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Who is Rickey Pandit? Vijay's astrologer at center of row over appointment in Tamil Nadu govt
Tamil Nadu | May 12, 2026, 09:47 PM ISTActor-turned-politician Vijay has appointed astrologer Rickey Radhan Pandit Vetrivel as the Chief Minister’s Officer on Special Duty (OSD) in the Tamil Nadu government.
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Tamil Nadu: Ruling TVK warns party cadres against putting up banners, placards that disrupt public
Tamil Nadu | May 12, 2026, 03:56 PM ISTIn a statement shared on X, TVK General Secretary and Minister N Anand said the leadership had given clear instructions to cadres to avoid causing any public disturbance through party-related displays.
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TTV Dhinakaran's AMMK expels lone MLA S Kamaraj over support to Vijay's TVK
Tamil Nadu | May 12, 2026, 03:49 PM ISTThe action comes after days of drama over AMMK lone MLA S Kamaraj's support to the TVK's Vijay to form the government in Tamil Nadu. The TVK initially claimed it had signed support from Kamaraj, but party chief TTV Dhinakaran denies it, accusing Vijay's party of horse-trading.
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Vijay receives Guard of Honour, takes charge as Tamil Nadu CM at Secretariat | Video
Tamil Nadu | May 10, 2026, 02:12 PM ISTTamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) founder-chief Vijay, 51, was sworn in as the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister on Sunday. Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar administered the oath of office and secrecy in a colourful ceremony held in Chennai.
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From free electricity to women's safety: Vijay signs first orders as Tamil Nadu CM
Tamil Nadu | May 10, 2026, 11:43 AM ISTIn his first address, Vijay said he was not from any royal lineage and that people welcomed and accepted him. He said he will not deceive people with false promises.
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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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Will not deceive people with false promises, says Tamil Nadu CM Vijay in his first address
Tamil Nadu | May 10, 2026, 02:54 PM ISTVijay oath ceremony LIVE: TVK chief and newly elected Tamil Nadu CM Vijay is expected to prove his majority on the floor of the Assembly through a vote of confidence on or before May 13.
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Vijay to become Tamil Nadu CM: Uncertainty ends over govt formation as VCK extends support to TVK
Chennai | May 09, 2026, 05:53 PM ISTVijay to become Tamil Nadu CM: VCK sources said the party, as of now, will extend outside support to Vijay in his bid to form TVK's maiden government.
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Vijay's bodyguard posts cryptic note amid suspense in Tamil Nadu: 'Bigger picture unfolding'
Tamil Nadu | May 09, 2026, 02:49 PM ISTVijay’s bodyguard Aroon Suresh shared cryptic social media posts asking supporters to remain patient and confident, saying “beautiful outcomes come after hard battles.”
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Tamil Nadu govt formation: Vijay's oath-taking tomorrow, Cong may be given 3 ministerial berths
Tamil Nadu | May 09, 2026, 10:52 PM ISTVijay-led Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, which won 108 seats in its maiden Tamil Nadu Assembly election held on April 23, was initially 10 seats short of the majority mark. Following the results, the party reached out to DMK allies including CPI, CPI(M), IUML and VCK seeking support to form the govt.
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TTV Dhinakaran flips the script on Vijay to keep him at bay from CM post, TVK counters with proof
Tamil Nadu | May 09, 2026, 09:02 AM ISTVijay met Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Arlekar for the third time in as many days on Friday, but again failed to prove majority, further delaying the TVK's hopes of forming the government despite emerging as the single largest party in the assembly elections by winning 108 seats.
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Tamil Nadu govt formation: TVK's CTR Nirmal Kumar meets CPM leaders to seek majority
Tamil Nadu | May 07, 2026, 11:13 PM ISTThe TVK convened a key meeting of its newly elected MLAs in Chennai as members pressed for clarity on when the party would stake a claim to form the government. With 108 seats and support from the Congress’s 5 MLAs, the party still falls short of the 118 needed for a majority in the state Assembly.