Chennai, July 22 (IANS) The Tamil Nadu government has renamed its flagship school breakfast programme as the Perunthalaivar Kamarajar Breakfast Scheme, paying tribute to former Chief Minister K. Kamaraj while simultaneously expanding the initiative to benefit students studying in Classes VI to VIII in government and government‑aided schools across the State. A government Order issued by the Department of Social Welfare and Women Empowerment approved the change in the scheme’s name. The order…
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Chennai, June 22 (IANS) Actor-turned-politician C. Joseph Vijay turned 52 on Monday as he marked his first birthday since assuming office as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister. To mark the occasion, TVK functionaries have organised special prayers in temples, ‘annadanam’ programmes, blood donation camps and welfare assistance initiatives across the State, transforming Vijay’s first birthday as Chief Minister into a statewide celebration.The occasion has sparked celebrations across Tamil Nadu, with part…
Chennai, June 21 (IANS) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay will celebrate his 52nd birthday on Monday, marking his first birthday since assuming office as the state’s Chief Minister. The occasion has generated considerable excitement among party cadres and supporters across Tamil Nadu, who have already begun celebrations in various districts.Vijay, one of Tamil cinema’s most popular actors before entering politics, formally launched his political party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK),…
Chennai, May 10 (IANS) Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Sunday congratulated Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief C. Joseph Vijay, on taking oath as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, and described the formation of the new government as a reaffirmation of the State’s long-standing political ideals rooted in self-respect, social justice and rational thought. In a message posted on social media shortly after Vijay’s swearing-in ceremony in Chennai, Kharge extended his “heartfelt congr…
Chennai, May 6 (IANS) The Congress party on Wednesday formally announced its support to actor-politician Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) to form the next government in Tamil Nadu, while making it clear that the backing would remain conditional on keeping “communal forces” away from the alliance.A statement issued by Congress’ Tamil Nadu in-charge Girish Chodankar said TVK President C. Vijay had officially sought the party’s support after emerging as the single largest party in the…
Chennai, May 5 (IANS) DMK President, M.K. Stalin, on Tuesday expressed gratitude to the people of Tamil Nadu for their support in the recently-concluded Assembly elections, while asserting that the party would continue to serve the public as a strong Opposition force. In a message addressed to voters and party cadres, Stalin said every vote polled in favour of the Secular Progressive Alliance (SPA) led by the DMK was a “precious expression of trust.”According to the vote count figures availa…
Chennai, April 18 (IANS) Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) president Vijay on Saturday asserted that his party’s campaign is gaining momentum through a grassroots “people’s movement” across Tamil Nadu, even as he accused the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) of attempting to obstruct its outreach. In a post on X, Vijay said TVK was not relying solely on traditional roadshows or public meetings, but was witnessing widespread support at the household level.Describing the ongoing politica…
Erode, April 2 (IANS) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, M.K. Stalin, on Thursday said the Congress party would release its list of candidates later in the day, as he campaigned vigorously in Erode for the DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance ahead of the April 23 Assembly elections.Addressing a public rally, CM Stalin urged voters to extend their support to the alliance candidates, including the Congress nominee in Erode East, whose candidature is expected to be confirmed following the announcement by …
Tiruchy, April 1 (IANS) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Wednesday launched a sharp attack on the opposition AIADMK, alleging that its leader Edappadi K. Palaniswami (EPS) would “pledge” the state to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) if voted to power.Addressing a public meeting in Tiruchy, Stalin campaigned for candidates of the Secular Progressive Alliance (SPA) across nine Assembly constituencies, urging voters to deliver a “100 per cent victory” for the DMK-led front in the up…
Chennai, March 7 (IANS) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, on Saturday, greeted women across the state on the occasion of International Women’s Day, which will be celebrated on Sunday, and reaffirmed the DMK government’s commitment to strengthening women’s rights, welfare and economic independence. In his message, the Chief Minister praised the resilience, strength and contributions of women in every sphere of life and said their progress is central to the development of society. Chief Minis…