Massive Crowd Attends Vijay's TVK Conference in Vikravandi

3 days, 4 hours ago

Srirangam temple getting ready for Vaikunda Ekadasi celebrations from December 30 to January 20

A coordination meeting of officials of various government departments was held at the Collectorate here on Friday in connection with the preparations for the ‘Vaikunta Ekadasi’ festival at Srirangam Sri Renganathaswamy temple. Presided over by Collector M. Pradeep Kumar, the meeting was attended by Commissioner of Police N. Kamini, District Revenue Officer R. Rajalakshmi and the temple’s Joint Commissoner / …

Temple Pradeep Kumar Srirangam Ekadasi Festival

2 weeks, 1 day ago

VCK slams leader’s remarks on DMK

Hindustan Times

Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi said on Sunday that the party will soon take a decision regarding action against its deputy general secretary Aadhav Arjuna for his remarks against ally, the ruling DMK in Tamil Nadu, while sharing a dais with actor-politician Vijay. Actor and TVK president Vijay during the launch of book ‘Ambedkar: Leader for AlI’ in Chennai on Friday Arjuna …

Alliance Chief Leader Vijay Vck Dmk Event

2 weeks, 3 days ago

VCK chief skips Ambedkar book event with Vijay over alliance concerns with DMK

India Today

Actor-politician Vijay is set to attend an event in Chennai today to release the book “Ambedkar: Leader for All”, a compilation of essays on Dr BR Ambedkar. Published by the Vikatan Group and co-published by a company owned by Aadhav Arjun, Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi’s deputy general secretary, the book also features an interview with VCK chief and MP Thol Thirumavalavan. …

Vijay Dmk Event Thirumavalavan Vck Alliance

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Actor Vijay’s TVK Party Launch: Star Power Meets Ideological Confusion in Tamil Nadu Politics

The Hindu

Published : Nov 08, 2024 22:53 IST - 10 MINS READ When the Tamil film star “Thalapathy” Vijay, or General Vijay as his fans fondly call him, stepped on to the podium on October 27 to deliver a 45-minute speech, he was greeted by roars and applause in a charged and theatrical event that opened yet another exciting chapter in …

Politics Tamil Nadu Political Dalit Power Tamil Star

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Is AIADMK keen on a tie-up with Vijay’s TVK?

Deccan Chronicle

Chennai:AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami exhorting his party functionaries to refrain from attacking any political party other than the DMK and BJP in their speeches triggered a speculation that the party was willing to have a tie-up with the newly launched Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam of actor Vijay in the 2026 Assembly polls. With Vijay declaring the DMK as TVK's …

Party Bjp Alliance Tvk Vijay Dmk Aiadmk

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Thousands Travel on Private Buses for Deepavali, Alleviating Traffic Congestion

New Indian Express

Thousands of commuters travelled from various government and private buses for the Deepavali festival, with many reaching the terminus five hours early to avoid traffic congestion. The Perungalathur junction experienced relatively smooth traffic due to the recently opened flyover on GST. However, a section of travellers faced inconvenience reaching the terminal, especially during the rainy season, with cabs and autos …

Law Transportation Traffic Events Chennai

New Political Star Rises in Tamil Nadu, But Can They Conquer Division?

The Hindu

Actor and TVK leader Vijay has launched a new political party with a focus on fighting divisive forces and corruption. While his policies and programs seem promising, converting his huge fan base into a fighting political force is a challenge. The party's emphasis on the word 'secular' is a refreshing change from the usual political rhetoric. However, the party's promise …

Environment Politics Law Technology

Tamil Star's Political Ambitions Ignite a New Debate

Hindustan Times

Tamil filmstar Joseph Vijay Chandrasekhar's first state-level conference of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) drew a large crowd of around three lakh people in the nondescript town of Vikravandi, south of Chennai. The event showcased Vijay's star power and attracted young, curious, and unaligned Tamil voters. However, Vijay faces the challenge of sustaining public interest in his party and attracting young …

Vikravandi

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Vijay Unleashes Fiery Rhetoric, Warns of 'Battlefield' in Tamil Nadu Politics

Hindustan Times

Actor Vijay addresses a massive rally in Villupuram, Tamil Nadu, where he unveils his party's ideology and advocates for removing the post of the Governor. Vijay emphasizes the importance of equality, social justice, and the promotion of Tamil as the administrative language in courts. He also takes a strong stance against divisive politics and corruption, indirectly criticizing the DMK and …

Entertainment Politics Law Social Justice Vikravandi

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Vijay's Bold Take on DMK and BJP at TVK State Conference

New Indian Express

Actor-turned-politician Vijay addressed his maiden political public meeting at the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam's (TVK) first state conference in Vikravandi on Sunday. He took on both the BJP and the ruling DMK without directly naming them, highlighting their divisive political ideologies and goals. Vijay emphasized the importance of secular principles and women's development as the party's goals, while also acknowledging the …

Entertainment Politics Law Social Issues Chennai

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Vijay's Political Entry: A Carnival of Colors and Dreams

New Indian Express

Vijay's political entry ceremony takes center stage in Villupuram, with the venue resembling Chennai's Fort St. George. The event features a strong focus on social justice, with large cutouts of BR Ambedkar and Periyar displayed alongside Vijay's image. The venue faces significant traffic congestion due to the large turnout, with parking areas filling up hours before the conference begins.

Entertainment Politics Law Social Justice Villupuram

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Speculation swirls around Vijay's political conference as details emerge

New Indian Express

The much-awaited first conference of actor Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam is set to take place on Sunday in V Salai near Vikravandi. The event will feature a lineup of prominent actors and political leaders, with speculation swirling around the ideological direction of the party. While official details remain scarce, reports suggest that a few leaders from other political parties and …

Entertainment Politics Law Funny

1 month, 4 weeks ago

Vijay's Letter: A Grand Unveiling of His Political Aspirations

Deccan Chronicle

Vijay is planning a grand event in Tamil Nadu to showcase his political aspirations in 2026. He has instructed the cadre to come with the party flag and prepare themselves for the event. Arrangements have been made to telecast the event live in multiple Tamil television channels and several YouTube channels are also planning to cover the conference.

Entertainment Politics Law Public Relations Vikravandi

1 month, 4 weeks ago

TVK Conference Preparations Entrain, With 2 Lakh Expected

New Indian Express

Preparations for the first-ever state conference of actor Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) are nearing completion. The event will take place on 85 acres with space allocated for the main event and parking separately. A stage measuring 170 ft in length and 65 ft in breadth is almost ready, with large cut-outs of Vijay, K Kamaraj, Periyar EV Ramasamy and …

Entertainment Politics Law Public Works Villupuram

2 months ago

Giant Cut-Outs of Tamil Leaders Draw Attention at Vijay's Political Conference

Deccan Chronicle

Giant cut-outs of prominent leaders of the new party, Vijay, will be welcoming the participants of the maiden conference of the Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK), the new party launched by actor Vijay, at V Salai village near Vikravandi in Villupuram district. The 170-acre venue, sandwiched between a highway and railway track, has become the most searched location on Google maps, …

Entertainment Politics Law Social Justice Chennai

2 months ago

Vishal: I'm a Voter, and I'm Excited to See Vijay's Rally

India Today

Actor Vishal expresses interest in attending the first political rally of TVK, with the event scheduled for October 27 in Tamil Nadu's Vikravandi. He will be a voter and will attend the rally to see what Vijay promises to the voters and compare it to other politicians. He dismisses rumors of him joining TVK at present but says he will …

Entertainment Politics Public Opinion Social Activism Chennai

3 months ago

Udhayanidhi Stalin Vs Vijay For TN CM AIADMK Speculates Direct Faceoff In 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly Election

ABP News

Amid growing speculation about Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin's potential elevation to the post of Deputy Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, AIADMK leader Kovai Sathyan stirred a political debate by suggesting that the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections could witness a major faceoff between two prominent figures from the film industry—Udhayanidhi Stalin and Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam president, actor Vijay. Kovai Sathyan remarked …

Tamil Nadu Udhayanidhi Tvk Vijay Dmk Sathyan Udhayanidhi Stalin

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Vijay’s Tamizhaga Vettri Kazhagam gets ECI nod

New Indian Express

CHENNAI: The Election Commission of India has granted actor Vijay’s Tamizhaga Vettri Kazhagam the status of a registered but unrecognised political party in the state. At the same event, Vijay will also explain the party flag, which was released on August 22, said party sources. Vijay expressed his happiness over the party’s registration, saying, “This marks the first step toward …

Party Tvk Vijay

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Actor Vijay's party recognised by poll panel, aims for 2026 Tamil Nadu election

India Today

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, the political party launched by Tamil superstar Vijay, has been officially recognised by the Election Commission, the actor announced on Sunday. After legally scrutinising our petition, our nation's Election Commission has registered our Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam and approved our party to participate in electoral politics,” Vijay said. Thalapathy Vijay, who has a massive fan base in Tamil …

Election Party Tamil Tvk Vijay Poll Panel

4 months ago

Actor Vijay unveils party flag symbolising victory: Follow path of social justice

India Today

Tamil actor Vijay on Thursday unveiled the flag and symbol of his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, in Chennai and said his party will follow the path of social justice. Speaking at the flag launching ceremony, Vijay said the significance of the TVK flag would be revealed during a state-level conference, which he stated would take place soon. #WATCH | Chennai, …

Chennai Party Flag Tvk Vijay His Party

4 months, 1 week ago

DMK district secy meeting sets target for 2026 assembly polls

Hindustan Times

Chennai: DMK president and chief minister M K Stalin on Friday set an ambitious target for his party to win 200 seats out of the 234 assembly seats in the 2026 state elections in Tamil Nadu. Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin releases his book titled 'Then Thisaiyil Theerpu' in the presence of Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam MPs Kanimozhi Karunanidhi, TR Baalu …

Elections Tamil Nadu Chennai Work Bjp Seats Stalin

5 months, 1 week ago

Assembly bypolls results 2024 HIGHLIGHTS: INDIA bloc wins 10 seats, BJP gets only 2

India TV News

Assembly bypolls Election Results 2024 HIGHLIGHTS: The counting of votes on a total of 13 seats across the seven states in India concluded today. Bypolls were held in 13 Assembly constituencies on Wednesday in the first electoral contest since the Lok Sabha polls 2024 with the results likely to have an impact on the political fate of the state's ruling …

India Seats Bjp Gets

5 months, 1 week ago

On a winning streak: Ruling DMK retains Vikravandi seat

New Indian Express

CHENNAI: The ruling DMK on Saturday emerged victorious in the bypoll to the Vikravandi Assembly constituency by defeating his nearest rival C Anbumani of the Paatali Makkal Katchi by a margin of 67,757 votes. With ADMK and DMDK boycotting the bypoll, the fight was largely between DMK's Anniyur Siva and Anbumani. By retaining the Vikravandi seat, the ruling DMK has …

Dmk Ruling Dmk Vikravandi

5 months, 2 weeks ago

Curtains down on campaigning for Vikravandi byelection

The Hindu

The curtains came down on the month-long high-voltage campaign in Vikravandi assembly constituency in Villupuram district on Monday, ahead of the byelection on July 10. The DMK campaign mainly centred on the implementation of welfare schemes over the last three years while the PMK focused on the failures of the DMK on the law and order front especially the recent …

Social Justice Campaign Party Constituency State Nda Dmk

5 months, 2 weeks ago

What the NTK would have done to AIADMK front’s LS poll prospects

The Hindu

The AIADMK-led front would have secured leads in 21 more Assembly segments in the 2024 Lok Sabha election had the NTK been a part of it. Taking into account the votes polled by the combine and the NTK this election, the total number of Assembly seats where they would have secured leads is 31. Moreover, had the parties contested together, …

Lok Sabha Virudhunagar Kallakurichi Aiadmk Ntk Poll Prospects

5 months, 2 weeks ago

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin Rallies for Social Justice in Vikravandi By-Election

Deccan Chronicle

Chennai: Social Justice took centre stage in the charged electoral campaign for the by-election to the Vikravandi Assembly constituency with Chief Minister M K Stalin calling upon voters to teach a lesson to ‘those betraying the interests of social justice’ by aligning with the BJP that was opposed to reservation, thus invoking a quick retort from PMK president Anbumani on …

Social Justice Social Bjp Dmk 6 Pm Pmk Palaniswami

5 months, 2 weeks ago

Vikravandi bypoll: 44 polling booths identified as critical

The Hindu

The Elections Department has identified 44 polling booths in the Vikravandi assembly constituency as ‘critical’, ahead of the July 10 bypoll. According to an official, a polling booth is identified as critical based on a list of criteria, including whether the polling recorded previously was more than 80%; if 75% of them had favoured one candidate in the last election; …

Ted Collector Vikravandi Identified 44

5 months, 2 weeks ago

Team India’s victory parade: 11 sustain injuries, admitted to hospital

The Hindu

At least 11 persons were rushed to hospitals for sustaining minor injuries or feeling dizzy after a massive crowd gathered along the route of the victory parade of the T-20 World Cup-winning Indian cricket team in South Mumbai, an official said on Friday, July 5, 2024. Officials said one fan was taken to the government-run St George’s Hospital near Chhatrapati …

Mumbai Indian Hospital Marine Drive

5 months, 2 weeks ago

Tamil Nadu: Vikravandi By-Election Intensifies amid Allegations

Deccan Chronicle

Chennai: With less than a week left from the by-election to the Vikravandi Assembly constituency, the electoral fight intensifies with the Naam Tamilar Katchi,, headed by Seeman, writing to the Chief Electoral Officer listing out the alleged violations of the Model Code of Conduct by the ruling DMK and demanding action against the party. The party’s lawyers’ wing alleged that …

Party Constituency Candidate Dmk Pmk Seeman Ntk

5 months, 2 weeks ago

Disqualify DMK candidate in Vikravandi bypoll: Anbumani

The Hindu

PMK president Dr. Anbumani Ramadoss on Wednesday, July 3, 2024 demanded that the DMK candidate Anniyur Siva be disqualified from contesting the Vikravandi by-election after dhotis, sarees and other gift items were recovered from DMK’s local secretary and former Panchayat president, A.C. Ramalingam’s house in Aasangapuram village in Vikravandi. In a statement, he said that when the members of the …

State Dmk Vikravandi

6 months ago

Actor Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam to not contest in T.N.’s local body polls, Vikravandi bypoll

The Hindu

Actor Vijay’s political party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, announced that until the 2026 Assembly polls, it would not contest in any elections. In a statement, TVK general secretary N. Anand said Mr. Vijay would make a public announcement on the party’s ideology and policy positions at the party’s first public meeting. “Thereafter, he would work toward …

Party Tamil Vijay

6 months, 1 week ago

Bypoll in Vikravandi will not be fair and free: EPS on boycott call

Hindustan Times

A day after announcing that the AIADMK would boycott the bypoll for the Vikravandi assembly constituency, party general secretary Edappadi Palaniswami on Sunday justified his decision saying that the ruling DMK would not allow it to be a free and fair election. AIADMK general secretary Edappadi Palaniswami alleged that the ruling DMK will misuse its power in the Vikravandi bypoll. …

Nda Dmk Eps Aiadmk Bypoll Vikravandi

6 months, 1 week ago

Edappadi Palaniswami justifies move to boycott Vikravandi bypoll, says DMK will go to any extent to win

The Hindu

The AIADMK’s general secretary, Edappadi K Palaniswami, on Sunday justified his party’s decision to boycott the byelection to the Vikravandi Assembly constituency, slated for July 10. According to him, the people had witnessed how the DMK “manipulated voters” in the byelection to the Erode Assembly constituency last year to ensure victory for the candidate of its ally, the Congress. Answering …

Assembly Election Lok Sabha Bjp Dmk Aiadmk Vikravandi

6 months, 1 week ago

It’s DMK vs PMK at Vikravandi as AIADMK pulls out

Deccan Chronicle

Chennai: The July 10 by-election to the Vikravandi Assembly constituency will see a straight fight between the ruling DMK and the BJP’s ally, the PMK, as the AIADMK pulled out of the race on Saturday blaming the DMK of misusing its official power to indulge in irregularities in the just concluded Lok Sabha polls. After a meeting with top party …

Party Aiadmk Pmk Palaniswami Vikravandi Dmk Pulls

6 months, 1 week ago

Efforts are under way to re-unify all of AIADMK’s factions

The Hindu

Efforts to reunify all groups of the AIADMK appear to be making progress with a group of former party functionaries, calling themselves a coordinating committee, planning to meet former interim general secretary, V.K. This development is to be seen in the context of an initiative being taken by the committee writing an identical letter on Friday to the party general …

6 months, 1 week ago

Stalin invites party cadre to Coimbatore

Deccan Chronicle

Chennai: Giving a clarion call to his party cadre to prepare for the 2026 Assembly elections as the DMK should win more than 200 of the 234 total seats in the State, Chief Minister M K Stalin invited them all to Coimbatore on Saturday, June 15, to attend the Mupperum Vizha of the party that is being organized ahead of …

Tamil Nadu State Coimbatore Puducherry Stalin Dmk Its Allies

6 months, 1 week ago

DMK fields Anniyur Siva as candidate for Vikravandi byelection

The Hindu

The DMK, backed by its allies, on Tuesday named Anniyur Siva as its candidate for the Vikravandi Assembly bypoll, scheduled to be held on July 10. Meanwhile, DMK general secretary Duraimurugan named former MP Gowtham Sigamani as district secretary of the party’s Villupuram South unit, a post formerly held by Pugazhenthi. The party also made P. Sekar the secretary of …

Dmk Siva Villupuram Vikravandi

6 months, 1 week ago

Bypoll to Tami Tamil Nadu’s Vikravandi assembly seat to be held on July 10

Hindustan Times

The by-election to the Vikravandi assembly constituency in Tamil Nadu’s Villupuram district will be held on July 10, the Election Commission of India announced on Monday. The Vikravandi constituency was left vacant after Dravida Munnettra Kazhagam MLA N Pugazhendhi died due to illness on April 6. Pugazhendhi won by more than 93,000 votes to defeat AIADMK candidate R Muthamizhselvan in …

Tamil Nadu Dmk Bypoll Tami Vikravandi

6 months, 3 weeks ago

Curbs on poll victory show in ‘volatile’ Vadakara

New Indian Express

KOZHIKODE: An all-party meeting convened by the police on Monday decided to impose curbs on poll victory celebrations in Vadakara on June 4, considering the “volatile situation” in the Lok Sabha constituency. Party leaders and representatives attending the meeting, which was held in the presence of Kannur Range DIG S Sethuraman, also decided to act and remove all election-related banners …

Shailaja Vadakara K

7 months ago

Conduct local body polls after 2026 elections: Panchayat presidents

New Indian Express

VILLUPURAM : The members of Village Panchayat Chiefs' Association in Vikrawandi panchayat union have decided to approach the court if the state government considers dissolving local bodies and conducting elections this year. Regarding this, the association's president-cum-Thoravi Village Panchayat Chief V Shankar organised a meeting at a hotel in V Salai in Vikrawandi on Tuesday, where 40 of the 51 …

Elections Local Panchayat Villupuram Panchayat Presidents Koliyanur

7 months, 1 week ago

Odisha: Use of innovative tech fans brisk biz among vendors

New Indian Express

BHUBANESWAR: The thrust candidates are giving on use of innovative technology in their campaign activities for the ensuing elections in the capital city has opened doors for ample business opportunities for the vendors dealing with outdoor video vans and 3D holographic displays. With elections scheduled in the capital region in the third phase on May 25, these vendors are making …

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7 months, 3 weeks ago

Politicians Start Taking Summer Breaks

Deccan Chronicle

Chennai: Chief Minister M K Stalin, along with his immediate family members, left Chennai by a special flight to Madurai en route to Kodaikanal for a week-long holiday after a hectic campaign schedule in the run up to the April 19 elections in the State to elect 39 members to the Lok Sabha. Many other leaders, including BJP State President …

Chennai States Leaders State Bjp Dmk Kodaikanal

8 months ago

NTK candidate of Chennai Central constituency held for protesting inside booth

New Indian Express

CHENNAI: The Naam Tamilar Katchi candidate of Chennai Central constituency was detained and released with a warning after he staged a protest inside one of the polling booths in Pallavan House claiming the light sensor in the EVM did not work when the button the corresponds to the NTK candidate was pressed. At Alwarpet, a tussle broke out between DMK …

Bjp Polling Dmk Booth Ntk Ntk Candidate

8 months ago

Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Kamal Haasan, Dhanush and Rajinikanth cast their vote in Tamil Nadu

Hindustan Times

Today on April 19, the first phase of the 18th Lok Sabha elections kicked off in 21 states. Celebs cast their vote in Tamil Nadu for Lok Sabha Elections 2024 Vijay Sethupathi Vijay Sethupathi before and after casting his vote The Merry Christmas star’s pictures have gone viral from the polling booth. Vijay was spotted standing in line among other …

Lok Sabha Elections Tamil Nadu Lok Sabha Rajinikanth Vote His Vote Kamal Haasan

8 months ago

It’s curtains for the intense campaign in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry

The Hindu

After a month-long intense canvassing by multiple political players, for 39 Lok Sabha constituencies in Tamil Nadu and one in Puducherry, the campaign came to a close on Wednesday evening. Among the known faces in the fray are: Tamilisai Soundararajan and Pon Radhakrishnan, both belonging to the BJP; Karti Chidambaram and S. Jothimani of the Congress; Kanimozhi Karunanidhi and Dayanidhi …

Tamil Nadu Congress Party State Shah Bjp Minister

8 months ago

Colorful roadshows and rallies mark India’s election season before voting starts Friday

Associated Press

NEW DELHI — Every five years, the world’s most populous democracy holds a giant election for millions of Indians to cast their vote on a new parliament. Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam party leader M. K. Stalin, speaks on a stage resembling Indian parliament building during an election campaign rally ahead of country’s general elections, on the outskirts of southern Indian city …

Elections Tamil Nadu Bharatiya Janata Party General Chennai Congress Campaign

8 months, 2 weeks ago

Old video of BJP leaders clashing in Odisha viral as Tamil Nadu

Hindustan Times

A video purporting to show a group of Bharatiya Janata Party leaders being thrashed by the public while campaigning is viral online as a recent incident from Tamil Nadu. Old video of BJP leaders clashing in Odisha viral as Tamil Nadu BOOM found that the incident took place in Odisha and shows a clash between two groups of BJP leaders …

Tamil Nadu Odisha Video Incident Tamil Viral Bjp

8 months, 2 weeks ago

Model Code of Conduct To Be In Force Till June 4, Despite Polling Concluding On April 19th For TN and Puducherry

Deccan Chronicle

Though polling for all the 39 constituencies in the Tamil Nadu and the lone seat in Puducherry will be over on April 19, the Model Code of Conduct would continue to be in place till the results for all the constituencies in the country are announced on June 4, State Chief Electoral Officer Sathyabrata Sahoo said on Monday. To a …

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8 months, 2 weeks ago

Mukesh Sahani-led Vikassheel Insaan Party ties up with RJD, set to fight in 3 seats

The Hindu

April 06, 2024 02:27 am | Updated 02:46 am IST - PATNA Mukesh Sahani-led Vikassheel Insaan Party on April 05 joined hands with the Rashtriya Janata Dal to contest from three Lok Sabha seats in Bihar. “Now, the RJD would contest in 23 seats after sparing three seats from its quota to the VIP,” said Mr. Yadav, former Deputy Chief …

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