Chennai, Feb 28 (IANS) Stating that he would prefer to be a hero with a good heart rather than a “mass hero”, well known Tamil actor Vimal has said that it was enough for him if God continued to keep him in a position where he was able to give a reasonable profit to the producers who, placing trust in him, invested in his films. Participating in the audio release event of his upcoming action entertainer film ‘Vadam’, Vimal made this statement. Citing the statement of director Moorthy, who had sp…
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Chennai, Feb 24 (IANS) The All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) has unveiled an extensive set of welfare promises ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections, with General Secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami announcing direct cash assistance, expanded subsidies, and loan waivers if the party returns to power. Addressing reporters at the AIADMK headquarters in Royapettah, Chennai, Palaniswami said that every family in Tamil Nadu would receive Rs 10,000 as a relief fund, once an AIADMK gov…
Vellore (Tamil Nadu), Feb 23 (IANS) Declaring that the upcoming Assembly election would be a “direct fight between Vijay and (M.K.) Stalin”, Vijay on Monday intensified his attack on Chief Minister Stalin, asserting that the battle in Tamil Nadu was not about Delhi politics but about corruption and governance within the state. Addressing party cadres and mid-level leaders at a closed-door meeting in Kollamangalam in Vellore district, the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leader said: “To put it cle…
Chennai, Feb 21 (IANS) The makers of director Kenthiran V’s high-octane action drama ‘Vadam’, featuring actor Vimal in the lead, on Saturday released a gripping trailer of the film, much to the delight of fans and film buffs. Taking to its social media timelines, Masani Pictures, the production house producing the film, wrote, “Proudly presenting the #Vadam Trailer ✨Idhu unmaiya’ana Manjuvirattu sambavam! (This is a real Manju Virattu incident!) Get ready for a high-octane rural action drama. …
Chennai, Feb 4 (IANS) With the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections approaching, the AIADMK has rolled out the second phase of its election promises, placing social welfare and financial assistance at the centre of its campaign. Party General Secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami announced a series of benefits aimed at senior citizens, women, students, minorities and economically weaker sections, if the party returns to power.Addressing reporters in Chennai, Palaniswami said the monthly old-age pension wou…
Chennai, Jan 23 (IANS) At a high-voltage National Democratic Alliance (NDA) campaign rally held on Friday at Madurantakam near Chennai, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a scathing attack on the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK), accusing it of corruption, misgovernance and betrayal of public trust, while asserting that Tamil Nadu is ready for a BJP-led NDA government.The rally was attended by senior NDA leaders, including AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami, PMK leader Anb…
Chennai, Jan 19 (IANS) Tamil Nadu BJP Spokesperson A.N.S. Prasad has urged the Chief Minister M.K. Stalin to move beyond election rhetoric and immediately fulfil the long-pending promises made to Jallikattu players, particularly the assurance of government employment. In a strongly worded statement, Prasad said the Chief Minister’s announcement that outstanding Jallikattu players would be provided government jobs must not turn into “yet another unfulfilled promise of the DMK government”.He deman…
Chennai, Jan 17 (IANS) Leading the world-famous Alanganallur Jallikattu celebrations, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M. K. Stalin on Saturday announced two major initiatives aimed at strengthening the traditional sport and supporting its practitioners. He declared that outstanding Jallikattu sportspersons who tame the highest number of bulls will be given priority for government jobs in the livestock and allied sectors, and that a state-of-the-art veterinary treatment and training centre for Jallikat…
Chennai, Jan 17 (IANS) The world-famous Jallikattu competition commenced on Saturday at Alanganallur, near Madurai, as part of the traditional Mattu Pongal celebrations.State Minister Murthy formally flagged off the event, watching the spectacle from the stage as tradition dictated that the Muniyandi Temple bull of Alanganallur be the first to enter the arena.Thousands of spectators gathered at the iconic arena to witness one of Tamil Nadu’s most revered rural sports, celebrated for its cultur…
Chennai, Jan 15 (IANS) As part of the Thai Pongal festivities, the historic village of Avaniyapuram near Madurai is all set to host its iconic Jallikattu event on Thursday, with preparations reaching their final stage and the arena fully ready for action.In a major attraction ahead of the event, the prizes for this year’s competition have been showcased on a dedicated stage. A brand-new car will be awarded to the bull-tamer who secures first place by successfully taming the highest number of b…