Chennai, July 11 (IANS) The AIADMK on Saturday launched a sharp attack on the ruling TVK government, accusing Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay of failing to deliver on governance and attempting to divert attention from what it described as the administration’s shortcomings by targeting opposition parties. The attack came a day after Vijay, while addressing a public meeting in Karur, alleged that the AIADMK and the DMK were working “hand in glove” despite portraying themselves as political ri…
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Chennai, June 24 (IANS) Superstar Rajinikanth on Wednesday observed that “those who do not like us will never like us, no matter what we do” while “those who like us will continue to like us, whatever we do”, sparking political speculation and widespread discussion on social mediaThe actor made the remarks while speaking at a function here where the title and first-look poster of his 173rd film, “Tharman”, were unveiled. While the event was meant to mark the launch of the much-awaited film, Raji…
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 14 (IANS) Actor, choreographer and filmmaker Raghava Lawrence has strongly hinted at entering active politics in Tamil Nadu, stating that he has taken a “positive decision” after receiving overwhelming encouragement from the public and his fans. Lawrence’s remarks come amid growing speculation over his political future and reports that he could be considered as a candidate for the forthcoming Tiruchy East Assembly by-election.The bypoll was necessitated after Chief Minister C…
Chennai, June 8 (IANS) Former Tamil Nadu Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president K. Annamalai has announced that his newly launched political movement, “We The Leaders,” has attracted nearly 1.7 million members within just three days of its launch, describing the response as a strong indication of public support for political change in the state. In a message posted on social media, Annamalai thanked supporters for what he called an overwhelming response to the movement, launched with the obj…
Chennai, May 26 (IANS) The political confrontation between the ruling TVK government and the opposition AIADMK intensified on Tuesday, with the AIADMK accusing the government of actively encouraging political defections and engaging in what it described as “horse-trading” to strengthen its position in the Assembly. Speaking to reporters after meeting Assembly Speaker J.C.D. Prabhakar at the Secretariat, AIADMK MLA Agri Krishnamurthy, representing the faction led by party General Secretary Ed…
Chennai, May 21 (IANS) For the first time in nearly six decades, the Congress party is set to become part of the Tamil Nadu Cabinet as two of its MLAs are scheduled to take oath as ministers in the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK)-led government on Thursday.The announcement came after Congress national president Mallikarjun Kharge approved the induction of Congress MLAs S.Rajesh Kumar and P.Viswanathan into the state Cabinet led by Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay.The move is being viewed as an impo…
Chennai, May 14 (IANS) Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Thursday said Tamil Nadu had voted for “change and aspirations” in the recently concluded Assembly elections, while expressing hope that the new government would fulfil the people’s expectations. In a message posted on social media after meeting Congress legislators from Tamil Nadu, Kharge said the party leadership had discussed various measures aimed at strengthening the Congress organisation in the state and expanding its p…
Chennai, May 10 (IANS) From locals to actors, praises poured in for the newly sworn-in Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) President C. Joseph Vijay. At the same time, people hoped that the promises made by the debutant party will be delivered as the new government will be “watched like a hawk”.Extending his best wishes to the Chief Minister and the other Ministers, a local said: “Everyone’s going to be watching you (Vijay) like a hawk, because there are so many promises…
Mumbai, May 4 (IANS) The Oscar and Grammy-winning music composer A. R. Rahman, has lauded actor and politician Vijay after his victory in the Tamil Nadu assembly elections. On Monday, Rahman took to his X, formerly Twitter, and penned a long note for the actor. He wrote, “Heartfelt congratulations to the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam! To our dear Mr. Vijay, Wishing you to rise and flourish as an exemplary leader who will take Tamil Nadu to the forefront, championing corruption-free politics, social…