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Vijay to chair TVK alliance meet amid Left boycott, Congress rift over leadership

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay chairs a key alliance meeting today. Discussions will focus on formalizing the ruling coalition's structure and common minimum program. Key allies like Congress and VCK confirmed participation in the important meet. However, CPI(M) and CPI chose to skip the meeting, maintaining issue-based support.…

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SC dismisses plea seeking probe into 'irregularities' in TN Assembly trust vote

The Supreme Court has dismissed a plea seeking an investigation into alleged horse-trading during the Tamil Nadu Assembly trust vote. The court found the allegations to be vague and lacking substantiation. The trust vote, held on May 13, saw the C Joseph Vijay-led government secure a majority. The plea had…

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Tamil Nadu CM Vijay moves resolution in Assembly against Mekedatu dam; Congress, VCK extend support

The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly is set to pass a unanimous resolution today against the Karnataka government's proposal to construct a dam at Mekedatu across the Cauvery River.

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Tension in Perambalur: VCK and DMK cadres clash, heavy police security deployed

Tension erupted in Perambalur district's Kunnam bus stand area. Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi and Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam cadres clashed, pelting stones. The incident followed political statements and planned protests by both parties. Police intervened, separating the groups and dispersing the crowd. Shops closed, and heavy police security was deployed.

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DMK's 'bent coconut tree' jibe draws retort from VCK; Stalin says 'don't be harsh'

The DMK's sarcastic comment about the VCK and IUML joining the TVK government has ignited a political spat. VCK leaders have strongly refuted the remarks, asserting their independent growth. DMK chief M K Stalin has intervened, appealing to party members to refrain from using hurtful language. Both VCK and IUML…

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Who gets what in Vijay’s Tamil Nadu Cabinet as Congress, VCK, IUML join power table

Tamil Nadu's political landscape has shifted with Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay forming a 35-member coalition ministry. This new government includes Congress, IUML, and VCK, marking a departure from the state's traditional two-party order. Vijay retains key portfolios, emphasizing control over administration and law and order.

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Tamil Nadu Cabinet expansion: Shahjahan, Vanni Arasu sworn in as ministers

AM Shahjahan of IUML and Vanni Arasu of VCK were sworn in as ministers by Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar in Chennai. Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay was present as the two legislators took their oath of office and secrecy. Their induction brings the total cabinet strength to 35, the constitutional…

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Anitha Radhakrishnan on Vijay government:‘Won’t last 6 months’; asks why Vijay’s wife and children missed swearing-in

Anitha Radhakrishnan on Vijay government and family: Senior DMK leader Anita Radhakrishnan launched a blistering attack on the new TVK-led government, days after Joseph Vijay officially took charge as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister following prolonged alliance talks, Predicting that the administration would collapse within “four to six months,” the Tiruchendur…

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Who will lead? VCK SG D Ravikumar warns against new ministers from rebel AIADMK faction

VCK leader D Ravikumar raises concerns over appointing breakaway AIADMK MLAs as ministers. He states that these MLAs defied their party whip and may face disqualification. While legally permissible until disqualification, such appointments question political morality. The VCK supports the TVK government. The issue highlights democratic ethics and public acceptance…

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Astrologer Rathin Pandit's OSD appointment revoked by Tamil Nadu CM Vijay after backlash

Radhan Pandit: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay is facing political heat after appointing astrologer Rathin Pandit as Officer on Special Duty (OSD) and political wing secretary in the CM’s office. Allies and opposition leaders questioned how an astrologer could hold an official government role in a party that…

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Vijay's TVK passes floor test in Tamil Nadu Assembly

Tamil Nadu Assembly Vijay TVK Floor Test: CM Joseph Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam successfully passed a floor test in the State Legislative Assembly, securing a majority of 121 seats. This victory follows the party's strong performance in the recent elections and support from allied parties. The event also coincides with…

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Vijay's TVK passes floor test in Tamil Nadu Assembly with 144 votes in favour

Tamil Nadu Assembly Vijay TVK Floor Test: Chief Minister Joseph Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam government successfully passed a floor test, securing the support of 144 MLAs. The vote of confidence saw backing from Congress, CPI, CPI(M), VCK, and IUML, while the BJP remained neutral and the PMK abstained. This victory…

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The Dalit clock: From Ambedkar to Thirumavalavan

How might one engage with the here and now of politics, without getting instrumental and cynical? How might one be productive in the present, without surrendering entirely to what it offers by way of power and self-achievement? The time of politics for India’s Dalits has been one that straddles the…

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'They wanted to make me CM': Thirumavalavan claims DMK-AIADMK offered him CM post to keep Vijay's TVK out

Thol Thirumavalavan: VCK chief Thol Thirumavalavan has claimed that both the DMK and AIADMK approached him to become Tamil Nadu Chief Minister as part of a possible alliance aimed at keeping C Joseph Vijay’s TVK away from power. The VCK leader said his party discussed the proposal internally before rejecting…

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Our support to TVK is to prevent President's rule, help Vijay form govt: VCK chief Thirumavalavan

VCK chief Thol Thirumavalavan declared his party's support for Vijay's TVK, calling it a move to prevent President's rule in Tamil Nadu. The decision ensures the people's mandate for TVK is fulfilled and VCK's support is unconditional, he said.

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Vijay to take CM oath after majority proof

Tamil Nadu news: Vijay of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam is set to become the next Tamil Nadu Chief Minister. He needs to prove his majority in the assembly. Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar wants a stable government. TVK supporters are demanding an immediate swearing-in. Vijay has claimed to form the government with…

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VCK president Thirumavalavan meets Kamal Haasan

VCK leaders thank Kamal Haasan for campaigning in Lok Sabha elections, comparing his support to G.K. Moopanar's endorsement.

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We didn’t want to split votes in Bengaluru, says Thirumavalavan

Chennai VCK leader Thol. Thirumavalavan justifies not campaigning for party's Karnataka candidates to prevent split of anti-BJP votes.

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VCK, BJP cadres clash; three injured

Three persons were injured in a clash between cadres of the VCK and the BJP at Narashingampalayam near Jayamkondam in Chidambaram Lok Sabha constituency on Friday

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Lok Sabha polls | Voters brave searing heat to cast their votes in central T.N.

TIRUCHI voters brave heat to cast ballots in Lok Sabha elections, with some areas seeing brisk polling.

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The limitations of Ambedkarite Dalit politics today

There is a growing splintering in Ambedkar’s political legacies today, making Dalit political parties a passive and relegated force

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VCK office vandalised in Tiruchi

A group of people vandalised the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK)’s East Urban district office in Tiruchi on Sunday

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Lack of jobs and investment plagues this economically backward district

Villupuram Lok Sabha constituency sees fierce rivalry between VCK, PMK, and AIADMK, with economic development and political strategies at play.

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VCK manifesto | Retrieval of Katchatheevu, abolition of Governor post and strengthened Lokayuktyas are key promises

VCK president Thol. Thirumavalavan releases election manifesto for Lok Sabha polls, highlighting key promises for Tamil Nadu's development.

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The Hindu explains how election symbols are allotted to registered but unrecognised political parties

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