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BJP’s Tamilisai Soundararajan to newly appointed TN ministers

BJP’s Tamilisai Soundararajan to newly appointed TN ministers

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Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Tamilisai Soundararajan on Monday asserted that the primary focus of political leaders must remain on people’s issues and that development should not be forgotten amid political transitions. Addressing reporters at the Thoothukudi Airport, Soundararajan responded to Thoothukudi MLA Srinath’s statements about transforming the port city, stating that leaders must first understand and address the real issues faced by citizens on the ground. She advised newly appointed ministers to focus on their respective constituencies and public welfare rather than spending time on political criticism. She further stated that the expansion of the Thoothukudi Port and improvements in air services were outcomes of the Central Government’s development initiatives. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Stalin slams Cong for severing ties; lauds Left, VCK

Stalin slams Cong for severing ties; lauds Left, VCK

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Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) president MK Stalin on Saturday criticised its long-term ally Congress for “severing its relationship” with his party in a “single day”, and thanked the Left parties and the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) for remaining part of the DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance (SPA), despite their decision to support the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) in forming the next state government. Stalin slams Cong for severing ties; lauds Left, VCK “After the election results were announced, you have been seeing the events that are unfolding. The Assembly election results were come out in such a way that no single party obtained the majority to form a government,” Stalin said in a statement posted on X, soon after the after the TVK received the support of the VCK’s two MLAs, paving the way for the formation of its coalition government in the state. The TVK, which secured 108 seats in a spectacular assembly debut, now has the backing of the Congress, CPI, CPI(M), VCK, and IUML. While the initial total tally reached 121, TVK chief …

VCK supported Vijay’s TVK to prevent President’s rule in Tamil Nadu, says chief Thirumavalavan

VCK supported Vijay’s TVK to prevent President’s rule in Tamil Nadu, says chief Thirumavalavan

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VCK chief Thol Thirumavalavan on Saturday announced his party’s decision to support Vijay’s TVK in government formation to prevent President’s rule in Tamil Nadu and also ensure people’s mandate for TVK was fulfilled. VCK chief Thirumavalavan said based on the decision taken by the Left parties, he announced his stand to support TVK. (Thol Thirumavalavan’s Facebook profile) (HT_PRINT) Due to the prevailing uncertainty in government formation, especially with the TVK lacking the simple majority to form the government on its own, and no other political party anywhere close to the magic number of 118 seats, it was necessary to support the TVK in its efforts to form the government, Thirumavalavan said. Barely hours after handing over the support letter to TVK general secretary Aadhav Arjuna, the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi founder said his party’s decision, as he had mentioned earlier, was in sync with the decision of the Left parties. Track Tamil Nadu CM oath ceremony LIVE “Our ties with the DMK will not get affected due to our stand, but it will help Vijay to …

VCK, IUML extend unconditional support to Vijay’s TVK; alliance with DMK intact, says Thirumavalavan

VCK, IUML extend unconditional support to Vijay’s TVK; alliance with DMK intact, says Thirumavalavan

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VCK president Thol. Thirumavalavan hands over the party’s letter of support to TVK leader Aadhav Arjuna on Saturday | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) president Thol. Thirumavalavan and Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) national president K.M. Kader Mohideen on Saturday (May 9, 2026) extended unconditional support to the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) to form the government in Tamil Nadu. In identically worded letters, similar to those sent by the Left parties and addressed to the Governor, Mr. Thirumavalavan and Mr. Mohideen said their respective parties extended unconditional support to the TVK, under the leadership of party president C. Joseph Vijay, to form the government. Both parties have two MLAs-elect each. They contested as a part of the DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance. ‘Won’t affect relationship with DMK’ ​”We have extended our support to ensure that the VCK does not become an obstacle to Mr. Vijay’s TVK — which has secured 108 seats — forming the government, and to prevent the imposition of President’s Rule in Tamil Nadu,” Mr. Thirumavalavan said, adding: “Our alliance …

Vijay on the verge of becoming Tamil Nadu CM as VCK extends full support

Vijay on the verge of becoming Tamil Nadu CM as VCK extends full support

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Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) on Saturday received the support of Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi’s (VCK) two legislators and inched closer to forming a coalition government in Tamil Nadu, news agency ANI reported. VCK President Thol Thirumavalavan gave an official confirmation letter to Aadhav Arjuna, TVK General Secretary- Election Campaign Management, and extended the party’s support to the Vijay-headed party to form a government in the state. VCK’s unconditional support has paved the way for the formation of a TVK-led government in the state. Vijay is expected to meet Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar with all letters of support his party has received. TVK, which won 108 seats in its spectacular debut in the assembly polls, has the support of Congress, Communist Party of India (CPI), CPI (Marxist), and VCK, taking its total tally to 119. The majority mark in the 234-member House is 118. Vijay has won from two seats and will resign from one seat, taking the effective strength of the party to 107 and of the assembly to 233. After Vijay’s resignation from one seat, …

Speculation over President’s rule grows amid Tamil Nadu govt formation deadlock

Speculation over President’s rule grows amid Tamil Nadu govt formation deadlock

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Political uncertainty in Tamil Nadu has intensified amid a deadlock over government formation, fuelling speculation about possible President’s Rule. Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam remains short of the majority mark as allegations of horse-trading, forged support letters and missing MLAs add to the crisis Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Thol Thirumavalavan-led VCK expected to back Vijay’s TVK in Tamil Nadu government formation

Thol Thirumavalavan-led VCK expected to back Vijay’s TVK in Tamil Nadu government formation

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Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi is expected to formally announce support to actor-politician Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam on Saturday, boosting the party’s efforts to form the government in Tamil Nadu after its strong debut election performance Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Tamil Nadu CM oath ceremony LIVE: Event unlikely today as suspense over Vijay’s power bid enters Day 4

Tamil Nadu CM oath ceremony LIVE: Event unlikely today as suspense over Vijay’s power bid enters Day 4

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TVK chief Vijay meets Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Arlekar to stake claim to form the government at Lok Bhavan, in Chennai on Friday. Tamil Nadu CM oath ceremony LIVE: The suspense over government formation in Tamil Nadu intensified on Saturday as actor-turned-politician C Joseph Vijay made his third visit in three days to Governor Rajendra Arlekar, trying to secure enough support to form the next government. Accompanied by senior leaders of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, Vijay submitted letters of support from the Communist Party of India and the Communist Party of India (Marxist) at Lok Bhavan in Chennai. However, there was still no official announcement from the Governor’s office. People aware of the developments said the TVK had not yet been able to clearly demonstrate majority support in the 234-member TN Assembly. TVK inches close to majority mark In the 234-member Tamil Nadu Assembly, a party or alliance needs 118 MLAs to cross the majority mark and form the government. Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam won 108 seats on its own, emerging as the single-largest party in …

VCK shreds Vijay over ‘WhatsApp letter’ seeking support for TVK to form Tamil Nadu govt: ‘Arrogance…’

VCK shreds Vijay over ‘WhatsApp letter’ seeking support for TVK to form Tamil Nadu govt: ‘Arrogance…’

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A WhatsApp letter by Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) seeking support apparently miffed the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK), which is amid the small parties holding cards currently in TVK’s struggle for reaching the majority mark after a stunning electoral debut in the Tamil Nadu election. Actor-turned-politician Vijay, president of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), waves as he arrives at his party’s office (REUTERS) TVK won 108 seats in the recently concluded Tamil Nadu election, just 10 short of the majority mark of 118 in the 234-member state assembly. Track latest in Tamil Nadu govt formation here The party now is need of 12 more MLAs from other winning parties, the list of which includes VCK as well. VCK slams Vijay VCK general secretary Sinthanai Selvan, however, on Friday wondered whether Vijay is “faltering in handling the extraordinary post-election situation, or if the second-rung leaders around him are leading him astray.” “BJP’s Attempt to Impose Governor’s Rule through the Back Door in Tamil Nadu. The People of Tamil Nadu Must Stay Vigilant,” he began his post as …

Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026 LIVE Updates: Voting to begin shortly | India News

Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026 LIVE Updates: Voting to begin shortly | India News

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Voting to begin shortly. (Source: Express Archives) Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026 LIVE Updates: Voting for the Tamil Nadu Assembly polls has begun across all 234 constituencies. The polling exercise will determine the structure of the next state government, with results scheduled to be announced on May 4. The contest is primarily between the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK)led alliance and the Opposition, All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK)led front. Both alliances have largely banked on continuity, renominating nearly two-thirds of their sitting MLAs. DMK vs AIADMK: This assembly elections feature a mix of political heavyweights and new entrants, shaping a closely watched contest. Chief Minister MK Stalin remains the central figure of the DMK-led alliance as it seeks to retain power, while AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami is leading the opposition campaign from Edappadi. Udhayanidhi Stalin has turned up as a face of the DMK’s next generation, while actor-turned-politician Vijay is contesting his first election. The contest is primarily between the DMK-led bloc and the AIADMK-led alliance aiming for a comeback. The DMK …