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CM Vijay says he was mocked and blamed for Karur stampede tragedy: ‘We lost those innocent children who were like God’

CM Vijay says he was mocked and blamed for Karur stampede tragedy: ‘We lost those innocent children who were like God’

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Tamil Nadu chief minister C Joseph Vijay recalled memories of the horrific Karur stampede, which claimed the lives of 41 people last year. Vijay addressed a massive gathering at Atlas Ground in Karur after distributing compassionate government job appointment orders to the families of the victims. Vijay became emotional while recalling the incident, saying no success in life could erase the pain caused by the loss of innocent lives. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and TVK chief Vijay speaks during a public meeting as part of his first official visit to Karur after he took up the reins as Chief Minister at the Atlas Art Gallery, in Karur, Tamil Nadu. (Handout via PTI Photo)(PTI07_10_2026_000277B) (Handout) What Vijay said He said, “No matter how great a height a man reaches in life, certain pains and wounds in the heart cannot be forgotten. More than anything else, the pain and wound that affected me the most is the Karur incident.” He alleged that while police had previously advised him to cancel a programme in Perambalur due to crowd …

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay to return to Karur on July 10, first visit since stampede that killed at least 40

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay to return to Karur on July 10, first visit since stampede that killed at least 40

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Tamil Nadu chief minister C Joseph Vijay is set to visit Karur on July 10 to take part in government functions and a public interaction programme, TVK leader M R Vijayabaskar said on Sunday, PTI reported. Tamil Nadu chief minister C. Joseph Vijay (in picture) will be going to Karur on July 10, his first visit since a tragic stampede at his rally in 2025. (ANI) While this will be CM Vijay’s first visit to Karur since the major mishap that claimed at least 41 lives during his public event last year when he was trying to set his political ground. As huge crowds assembled to catch glimpse of Vijay, owing to his huge fan following as an actor, mismanagement triggered chaos which caused a stampede. The incident was seen to be detrimental for Vijay’s political debut, though he ended up defeating MK Stalin’s DMK in the assembly elections held in April 2026. Also read: India’s oil ministry vs Bhutanese news outlet over ‘rejection’ of E20 petrol On Vijay’s upcoming visit to Karur, Vijayabaskar said …

‘As you’re not in cinema, I’m using your name’: Vishal’s hilarious exchange with CM Vijay | Tamil News

‘As you’re not in cinema, I’m using your name’: Vishal’s hilarious exchange with CM Vijay | Tamil News

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4 min readHyderabadJun 29, 2026 05:14 PM IST Two years ago, actor Vishal walked into a room hoping to cast Vijay in a film. The actor never signed on, but at the launch of Magudam’s second single, Vishal revealed he’d finally found a use for that old meeting anyway, as a running joke about his friend’s unexpected career change. “He’s the same Vijay I met two years ago; two years back, I came to this very place to narrate a story to him. I went to that same Vijay, I call him Vijay, now he’s the Chief Minister, and asked, ‘Do you remember last time when I came asking for an appointment to narrate a story to you?’ He said, ‘Yes, yes, I remember.’ I told him, ‘Since you’re not in cinema anymore, I’m going to use your name,’ and Vijay laughed at that,” Vishal said, drawing laughs of his own from the audience. The anecdote was part of a longer story Vishal told about his bond with Vijay, one he said stretches back 30 …

As Vijay’s suit and lunchbox trends, Udhayanidhi Stalin says everything’s ‘reels with him’ | Tamil News

As Vijay’s suit and lunchbox trends, Udhayanidhi Stalin says everything’s ‘reels with him’ | Tamil News

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2 min readHyderabadJun 18, 2026 06:12 PM IST A month into Tamil Nadu’s first non-Dravidian government in over five decades, the conversation around Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay’s administration is still dominated by his wardrobe and his lunchbox rather than his policies. Hashtags have been trending on X over posts about the cost of his suit and what he eats for lunch, prompting DMK leader and Leader of Opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin to renew his criticism that the TVK government remains stuck in campaign mode, treating governance as content rather than addressing the state’s pressing issues. The wardrobe story has a real, traceable origin. The black suit Vijay wore at his swearing-in was designed by Sabir Ahmed and modelled on a look from his film Beast, with Vijay himself choosing the colour black to signal power and authority. The choice marked a deliberate break from the white shirt and veshti that Tamil Nadu chief ministers have traditionally worn at their oath-taking. The look took on a commercial life of its own soon after, when a Chennai …

Raghava Lawrence breaks silence on political entry, reveals why his mother opposed it | Tamil News

Raghava Lawrence breaks silence on political entry, reveals why his mother opposed it | Tamil News

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Amid swirling rumours that the ruling Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) is likely to field him in the Tiruchirappalli East Assembly constituency in the upcoming byelection — necessitated by the resignation of the party’s founding president and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay — actor-choreographer Raghava Lawrence has announced his desire to join mainstream politics. However, instead of making a definitive announcement, Raghava has sought the public’s opinion on his move, revealing that he will take a final decision only after considering what the masses have to say. In a long selfie video shared on social media, Raghava Lawrence discussed how politics entered his life. “Do your duty sincerely without expecting anything in return,” he said, mentioning that this is the philosophy he lives by. Pointing out that it all started during the 2017 pro-Jallikattu protests, he revealed that his presence there became a major topic, even though, he claimed, he went there simply to “provide food for the kids.” Following the footsteps of mentor Rajinikanth Although that controversy eventually died down, it marked the beginning of …

T.N. CM Vijay announces Kuruvai Special Package for paddy cultivation at a cost of ₹134.83 crore

T.N. CM Vijay announces Kuruvai Special Package for paddy cultivation at a cost of ₹134.83 crore

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Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay. File | Photo Credit: B. Jothi Ramalingam Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay on Friday (June 12, 2026) announced a Kuruvai Special Package for paddy cultivation in the Cauvery delta districts and other areas of the State at a cost of ₹134.83 crore. According to an official release, paddy is cultivated in 52.72 lakh acres across the State. In the Cauvery delta region comprising Thanjavur, Tiruvarur, Nagapattinam, and Mayiladuthurai districts, and certain parts of Cuddalore, Tiruchi, and Ariyalur districts, paddy is cultivated annually on 20.65 lakh acres, of which an average of 5.14 lakh acres is cultivated during the Kuruvai season. In other districts, paddy cultivation is undertaken annually on 32.07 lakh acres, of which an average of 5.48 lakh acres is cultivated during the Kar, Kuruvai, and Sornavari seasons. Usually, the Mettur dam is opened on the customary date of June 12 every year to facilitate Kuruvai paddy cultivation in the delta districts. Rainfall deficit However, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast that rainfall during the Southwest monsoon season …

‘Even MGR didn’t secure as many votes in first election,’ Vijay on comparisons to Vaathiyar | Tamil News

‘Even MGR didn’t secure as many votes in first election,’ Vijay on comparisons to Vaathiyar | Tamil News

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3 min readKochiJun 2, 2026 09:59 AM IST In his first major public address after his Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) emerged as the single largest party in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections of 2026, catapulting him to the position of the state’s Chief Minister, actor-turned-politician Vijay went all guns blazing after the opposition parties, Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK). ‘MGR is MGR, I am your Vijay’: TVK chief downplays comparisons During his address, Vijay pointed out that even MG Ramachandran (MGR), the legendary actor and former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, hadn’t earned such a massive victory in his first election. However, he quickly clarified that he wasn’t likening himself to the Puratchi Thalaivar and added that he was simply someone determined to walk down the paths carved by MGR, CN Annadurai, and Periyar EV Ramaswamy Naicker. Don’t Miss | From onscreen messiah to Tamil Nadu CM: The cinematic blueprint behind Vijay’s political ascent “They said that even late Chief Minister MGR did not secure this much …

CM Vijay finally explains why he keeps wearing black-and-white suits | Tamil News

CM Vijay finally explains why he keeps wearing black-and-white suits | Tamil News

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3 min readNew DelhiJun 1, 2026 08:03 PM IST When actor-turned-politician Vijay took oath as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, one detail caught the attention of many observers—his choice of attire. Instead of the traditional white shirt and veshti often associated with Tamil Nadu politics, Vijay appeared in a black-and-white suit. In the weeks that followed, he continued wearing similar suits during official meetings, public appearances, and government events, turning the black-and-white ensemble into something of a signature look. The choice sparked discussions online and even made headlines. Now, Vijay has finally responded to the chatter. ‘Are we not allowed to wear coat?’ On Monday, the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief addressed the topic during his first mega public thanksgiving rally in Tiruchirappalli. After thanking supporters and taking aim at political rivals, Vijay also spoke about the attention his attire has received. #WATCH | “ஏன் நம்ம கோட் சூட் எல்லாம் போடக் கூடாதா?” திருச்சியில் முதலமைச்சர் விஜய் பேச்சு#SunNews | #TVKVijay | #Trichy pic.twitter.com/27QCiWxJx9 — Sun News (@sunnewstamil) June 1, 2026 Addressing the crowd, he said, “Are we …

Ajith Kumar’s mother was unlike star mothers, says Khushbu Sundar: ‘She led a very simple life, stayed away from lights’

Ajith Kumar’s mother was unlike star mothers, says Khushbu Sundar: ‘She led a very simple life, stayed away from lights’

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Tamil star and professional racer Ajith Kumar is grieving the loss of his mother, Mohini Mani, who died at the age of 89 in Chennai on Saturday morning. Sharing the heartbreaking news, the family revealed that she died in her sleep after a period of declining health. From Kamal Haasan to Tamil Nadu CM Vijay, several stars were seen paying their final tribute to her. Actor and senior BJP leader Khushbu Sundar penned a note for Ajith’s mother and recalled how she has met her many times. (Also read: Ajith Kumar’s family requests privacy after mother Mohini Mani’s death, last rites to be private: ‘Wish to grieve…’) Khushbu Sundar has shared a note on Ajith Kumar’s mother. What Khushbu wrote Taking to X, Khushbu wrote, “Deepest condolences to #Ajithkumar and his entire family at the demise of his beloved mother. Have met her quite a few times. The warmth and love she exuded are beyond words. Always smiling and welcoming.” She added, “Very unlike the star mothers, she led a very simple life and stayed …

CM Vijay swaps signature suit for traditional veshti at manager’s housewarming | Tamil News

CM Vijay swaps signature suit for traditional veshti at manager’s housewarming | Tamil News

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3 min readHyderabadMay 29, 2026 02:42 PM IST C. Joseph Vijay has made the black suit his political uniform. Since the day he was sworn in as Tamil Nadu’s 22nd Chief Minister, the crisp Western formal look has become as much a part of his public identity as the office itself. Which is exactly why his appearance at his manager Jagdish’s housewarming ceremony caught people’s attention. At the private function, Vijay set aside his trademark formal wear and showed up in traditional attire, a quiet but noticeable departure from the image he has carefully carried into his political life. Photos from the event circulated quickly online, with many pointing out the contrast between the CM’s usual style and the more grounded, culturally rooted look he chose for the occasion. Jagdish, who has been associated with Vijay through his years in the film industry, celebrated the milestone with the CM present among the guests. The visit itself reflects the kind of personal loyalty Vijay has been known to maintain even as his world has shifted dramatically from …