Aadhav Arjuna who equated ally DMK with monarchy quits VCK party
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Aadhav Arjuna who equated ally DMK with monarchy quits VCK party

India Today  

Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi deputy general secretary Aadhav Arjuna, who previously commented that the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam in Tamil Nadu, resigned from the party on Sunday evening. “I don’t have any difference of opinion with the ideology of Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi,” he wrote, adding “The thoughts that stemmed out of me due to valid anger over the welfare of the people have now turned into points of debates. Aadhav Arjuna created a political storm when, at a book launch on December 6, he allegedly targeted DMK when he said that a party which claimed to be the champion of social justice was following monarchy. This Even before the monarchy comment, Aadhav courted controversy when he claimed that alliance parties couldn’t be content with only seat sharing, they needed power sharing.

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Aadhav Arjuna joins Vijay's TVK after controversial exit from Thirumalvalan's party
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2 months ago

Aadhav Arjuna joins Vijay's TVK after controversial exit from Thirumalvalan's party

India Today  

Political strategist Aadhav Arjuna, who made headlines with his fiery speech at a book launch event attended by actor Vijay, has officially joined Vijay's political party, Thamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam. Aadhav was previously a member of the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi but was suspended after his remarks about Tamil Nadu politics sparked controversy. Thirumavalavan should be made Deputy Chief Minister and criticised …

Aadhav Arjuna, Nirmal Kumar join TVK; Vijay gives key posts
2 months ago

Aadhav Arjuna, Nirmal Kumar join TVK; Vijay gives key posts

The Hindu  

Former deputy general secretary of Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi Aadhav Arjuna, and AIADMK IT wing joint secretary C.T.R. Arjuna, who has been appointed as the party’s election campaign management general secretary, will function along with my political strategist John Arockiyasamy in organising election campaigns.” Further, he appointed Mr. Kumar as deputy general secretary, P. Jegadeesh as joint treasurer, A. Rajmohan as …

Former VCK leader Aadhav Arjuna likely to join actor Vijay's party
2 months ago

Former VCK leader Aadhav Arjuna likely to join actor Vijay's party

India Today  

Former Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi deputy general secretary Aadhav Arjuna arrived at actor-politician Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam party office today, fuelling speculation about his potential induction into the party. At the event, where TVK chief Vijay was also present, Arjuna spoke against “monarchy-like practices” in state politics and argued that leadership should be based on ideology rather than hereditary succession. Arjuna …

Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam welcomes Aadhav Arjuna, offers him key role
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2 months ago

Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam welcomes Aadhav Arjuna, offers him key role

India Today  

Actor-politician Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam has appointed former Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi deputy general secretary Aadhav Arjuna as its general secretary for election campaign management. The party has also named former BJP’s IT wing chief CTR Nirmal Kumar as deputy general secretary of its IT wing. Arjuna resigned from the VCK on December 15 after facing a six-month suspension for making …

Will exit from DMK alliance push Arjuna into budding politician Vijay's arms?
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Will exit from DMK alliance push Arjuna into budding politician Vijay's arms?

India Today  

The exit of Aadhav Arjuna from the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi after party chief Thol. He accused the former VCK deputy general secretary of hidden agendas and questioned the timing and nature of Arjuna’s statements against the DMK and its heir apparent Udhayanidhi Stalin. In broad hints of a deepening divide within the VCK, Thirumavalavan said Arjuna’s decision to leave the …

What’s Aadhav Arjuna up to?
3 months, 2 weeks ago

What’s Aadhav Arjuna up to?

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: The vignette of VCK president Thol Thirumavalvan sharing the limelight with Chief Minister M K Stalin at the centenary celebrations of the Vaikom Satyagraha on Thursday prompted many to wonder if Aadhav Arjuna, the recently suspended deputy general secretary, will have a successful second innings in the VCK fold after his six month suspension and if he will be …

Suspended VCK leader Aadhav Arjuna claims key role in DMK's political victory
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Suspended VCK leader Aadhav Arjuna claims key role in DMK's political victory

India Today  

The suspended deputy general secretary of Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi, Aadhav Arjuna, who was under fire for his recent controversial remarks accusing their ally, the DMK, of promoting “monarchy”, has now released a video on X revealing his close association with the DMK. Additionally, he co-published the book “Ambedkar, A Leader for All”, which was launched during an event where Arjuna …

Rumblings in DMK Alliance & Vck Put to an End
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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Rumblings in DMK Alliance & Vck Put to an End

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: Rumblings in the DMK-led alliance in the State and within the ranks of the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi, triggered by the repeated controversial utterances of VCK deputy general secretary, Aadhav Arjuna, were silenced on Monday with the VCK top brass cracking the whip on their errant new leader and their president Thol Thirumavalavan hobnobbing with Chief Minister M K Stalin …

Aadhav Arjuna suspended from VCK for six months
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Aadhav Arjuna suspended from VCK for six months

The Hindu  

Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi founder and Chidambaram MP Thol. ‘Undermining party’s reputation’ In a statement on Monday, Mr. Thirumavalavan said that of late, Mr. Arjuna has been acting in a manner detrimental to the party’s interests. While these actions may superficially appear to serve the party’s interests and authority, they have led to severe public criticism, undermining the party’s reputation and …

VCK suspends deputy general secretary for 'monarchy' remark against ally DMK
3 months, 3 weeks ago

VCK suspends deputy general secretary for 'monarchy' remark against ally DMK

India Today  

The Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi on Monday suspended its deputy general secretary, Aadhav Arjuna, for six months following his controversial remarks accusing their ally, the DMK, of promoting “monarchy” in Tamil Nadu. The decision comes after Aadhav’s speech during a book launch sparked backlash for its perceived criticism of the ruling party and its leadership. A Chief Minister should not be …

VCK slams leader’s remarks on DMK
3 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Rumblings in DMK alliance continue
4 months, 1 week ago

Rumblings in DMK alliance continue

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: The continuation of the VCK in the DMK-led alliance in the State came under a cloud of doubt once again on Thursday as its founder president Thol Thirumavalavan, who has been refusing to refrain the party’s deputy general secretary Aadhav Arjuna from persistently asserting the party’s right for share in power, did not rule out a tie-up with the …

'I know brother Thirumavalavan's heart,' says Tamil Nadu CM Stalin
4 months, 2 weeks ago

'I know brother Thirumavalavan's heart,' says Tamil Nadu CM Stalin

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin on Sunday said he understood Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi chief Thol Thirumavalavan's feelings and thoughts. Further, Stalin said the VCK top leader showed true love and affection towards him and Thirumavalavan was also aware of his committed work. Also, factors such as actor Vijay's new political outfit Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam assuring a share …

Our alliance with DMK to continue: VCK chief
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Our alliance with DMK to continue: VCK chief

Hindustan Times  

Putting to rest all speculation of opposition parties wooing the allies of the ruling party in Tamil Nadu, Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi on Tuesday announced that it will continue its alliance with the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam and contest the 2026 Tamil Nadu assembly elections together. “No need has arisen to discuss an alliance,” VCK chief and MP Thol Thirumavalavan told reporters. …

Lok Sabha polls | After a slew of negotiations, VCK agrees to two seats in DMK alliance
1 year ago

Lok Sabha polls | After a slew of negotiations, VCK agrees to two seats in DMK alliance

The Hindu  

The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam, on Friday, March 8, 2024, finalised seat-sharing talks with the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi for the upcoming Lok Sabha polls and allocated to it, two seats, in its alliance. Seat allocation so far in DMK-led INDIA bloc in Tamil Nadu VCK-2 CPI-2 CPI-2 MDMK-1 IUML-1 KMDK-1 “In the first round of talks we sought three reserved constituency …

AIADMK quit NDA over respect for workers’ feelings, other factors didn’t shape move, says EPS
1 year, 5 months ago

AIADMK quit NDA over respect for workers’ feelings, other factors didn’t shape move, says EPS

Firstpost  

Palaniswami said the decision to walk out of the National Democratic Alliance was taken after party members conveyed the feelings of “two crore party workers” to the leadership AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami on Wednesday said his party’s decision to walk out of the BJP-led NDA was in deference to its workers’ feelings on the “happenings” in the state and …

TTV Dhinakaran, Sasikala have no right to talk about our party, says AIADMK leader Jayakumar
3 years, 8 months ago

TTV Dhinakaran, Sasikala have no right to talk about our party, says AIADMK leader Jayakumar

India Today  

D Jayakumar, senior leader of the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam and a former Tamil Nadu minister, said on Thursday that ousted leader VK Sasikala and her nephew TTV Dhinakaran have no stand in and right to talk about the AIADMK. This comes days after AMMK leader TTV Dhinakaran, the nephew of former Chief Minister Jayalalithaa’s close aide VK …

Tamil Nadu Assembly Polls: AIADMK-BJP Begin Seat Sharing Talks
4 years, 1 month ago

Tamil Nadu Assembly Polls: AIADMK-BJP Begin Seat Sharing Talks

News 18  

Chennai: The ruling AIADMK and BJP commenced the talks for sharing seats for the April 6 assembly election in the state. A delegation from the BJP which included Union Ministers Kishan Reddy, Gen V K Singh, BJP national general secretary in-charge of Tamil Nadu C T Ravi, state party chief L Murugan, held discussions with Chief Minister and AIADMK co-coordinator …

Sasikala sacked: AIADMK rift widens, Opposition DMK moves HC seeking floor test
7 years, 6 months ago

Sasikala sacked: AIADMK rift widens, Opposition DMK moves HC seeking floor test

India TV News  

As the ruling AIADMK today sacked its General Secretary VK Sasikala from the party post, the Opposition DMK moved the Madras High Court seeking directions for a floor test in Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly. DMK Working President MK Stalin said the decision to move the court was taken after Governor Ch Vidyasagar Rao "failed to perform his duty". The move …

AIADMK MLA P Vetrivel resigns |IndiaTV News
9 years, 10 months ago

AIADMK MLA P Vetrivel resigns |IndiaTV News

India TV News  

Chennai: A ruling AIADMK MLA has resigned from his Assembly membership, days ahead of the May 22 meeting of party legislators where its supremo Jayalalithaa is expected to be elected their leader paving the way for her return as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister. An Assembly release said P Vetrivel, representing Radhakrishnan Nagar Constituency in the city, has resigned with immediate …

VCK leader asks Vijayakant to join DMK alliance
11 years, 2 months ago

VCK leader asks Vijayakant to join DMK alliance

The Hindu  

Viduthalai Chiruthaikal Katchi leader Thol Thirumavalavan on Saturday requested DMDK leader Vijayakant to be part of the DMK alliance for the Lok Sabha polls to keep the “communal” BJP and the “casteist” PMK at bay. Asked about the meeting between Union Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad and DMK leader M. Karunanidhi, and the stand of the VCK if the Congress rejoined …

All 5 DMK ministers resign
12 years ago

All 5 DMK ministers resign

India TV News  

New Delhi, Mar 20: A day after DMK withdrew support to UPA Government on Sri Lankan Tamil's issue, the party's five Union ministers today submitted their resignation to the Prime Minister amid speculation that DMK Chief M Karunanidhi's son M K Alagiri was unhappy for not being kept in the loop. Eyebrows were raised as Alagiri and D Napoleon did …

DMK Ministers meet PM, resign
12 years ago

DMK Ministers meet PM, resign

The Hindu  

All five Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam Ministers in the UPA government submitted their resignation letters, as per the party’s decision, to Prime Minister Manmohan Singh at Parliament House on Wednesday. Mr. Palanimanickam refused to comment whether Dr. Singh said anything about the DMK’s decision to pull out of the Cabinet as well as from the UPA. Informed sources said Mr. Alagiri …

Tamil Nadu Congress Chief Resigns Owning Responsibility
13 years, 10 months ago

Tamil Nadu Congress Chief Resigns Owning Responsibility

India TV News  

Chennai, May 14 : A day after the Congress in Tamil Nadu was decimated in the Assembly polls, TNCC President K V Thangkabalu announced his resignation from the post, accepting moral responsibility for the defeat. Addressing reporters here, Thangkabalu said he will send his resignation letter to Congress President Sonia Gandhi soon and will abide by the party high command's …

PMK in our front, says Karunanidhi; no decision yet, says Ramadoss
14 years, 2 months ago

PMK in our front, says Karunanidhi; no decision yet, says Ramadoss

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and DMK president M. Karunanidhi on Sunday said the Pattali Makkal Katchi would be part of the DMK-led front in the Assembly elections, but PMK founder S. Ramadoss was quick to clarify that his party was yet to decide on the alliance question. We are yet to hold talks with other parties,” Mr. Karunanidhi told journalists …

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