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Charting the remarkable rise and fall of DMDK

DMDK: A party that started as an alternative to the Dravidian majors, but failed to sustain its presence in Tamil Nadu elections.

The Hindu · Dec 29, 2023

Why is Vijayakant called ‘Captain’? A throwback to the actor’s 100th film

Vijayakanth death: why Vijayakanth is called ‘Captain’? His 100th film was titled ‘Captain Prabhakaran’ and this blockbuster film led to his moniker ‘Captain’. Fans still fondly refer to the actor as ‘Captain’.

The Hindu · Dec 28, 2023

Vijayakant funeral will be done with state honours: T.N. CM Stalin

Vijayakanth death: Mourning the death of actor-politician Vijayakanth, Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin hails him as a friend, good-hearted person & great loss to TN.

The Hindu · Dec 28, 2023

Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

Premalatha Vijayakant unanimously elected as DMDK General Secretary; CM Stalin seeks relief funds for Cyclone Michaung; Edappadi K. Palaniswami urges TN govt to move Vallalar International Centre.

The Hindu · Dec 14, 2023

Premalatha Vijayakant elected as DMDK general secretary

Premalatha Vijayakant unanimously elected DMDK General Secretary at 18th executive council meeting.

The Hindu · Dec 14, 2023

Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

TN BJP leader Annamalai slams hospital for handing over baby's body in cardboard box. DMDK leader Vijayakant discharged from hospital after full recovery. CM Stalin urges Centre to ensure early repatriation of Indian fishermen arrested in SL. Nine wagons of goods train derail near Chengalpattu, disrupting EMU services to Chennai.

The Hindu · Dec 11, 2023

DMDK leader Vijayakant discharged from hospital

Vijayakant, leader of CHENNAIDMDK, discharged from MIOT Hospitals in Chennai on Dec 11, 2023 after full recovery from febrile illness. Admitted Nov 18, bulletin on Nov 29 stated mild deterioration & pulmonary support needed, but doctors confident of full recovery.

The Hindu · Dec 11, 2023

Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

Justices direct TN govt to submit permissions for Formula 4 race around Island Grounds in Chennai. PIL filed against race on roads near Army, Navy establishments. Health condition of DMDK founder Vijayakant mildly deteriorated, requiring pulmonary support. TN CM Stalin takes dig at AIADMK Ministers for not helping to set…

The Hindu · Nov 29, 2023

Mild deterioration in DMDK leader Vijayakant’s health

Vijayakant, founder of DMDK, admitted to MIOT Hospital in Chennai on Nov 18, has had mild deterioration in health condition over past 24 hrs, requiring pulmonary support. Doctors remain confident he will make full recovery, with estimated stay in hospital of another 14 days.

The Hindu · Nov 29, 2023

DMDK general secretary Vijayakanth hospitalised

Vijayakanth, founder and general secretary of DMDK, admitted to private hospital in Chennai. Routine medical examination. Will return home in a day or two. Don't believe rumours. #DMDK #Vijayakanth #Chennai

The Hindu · Nov 18, 2023