Tamil Nadu: News
Congress's Vijay support 'dreadful': Aiyar slams party for alliance
Veteran Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar has slammed his party's decision to ally with the Thalapathy Vijay-led Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK).
Vijay hasn't proven majority, no oath ceremony tomorrow
In yet another dramatic twist, actor-turned-politician Vijay is unlikely to form the government in Tamil Nadu after his party, the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), has reportedly been unable to produce the proof of support of 118 MLAs.
Vijay to take oath as TN CM tomorrow at 11am
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay has been invited to form the government in Tamil Nadu.
Vijay to stake claim to Tamil Nadu government today
Actor-politician Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) has reportedly secured the support of key opposition parties, including the Congress, Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK), Communist Party of India (CPI), and Communist Party of India-Marxist [CPI(M)].
TVK's technical error blocks Vijay's path to Tamil Nadu CM
Vijay, the leader of the TVK, has been turned back by the state's Governor twice after his party emerged as the single largest in its debut election.
Ditch BJP first for any alliance talks: DMK tells AIADMK
The ongoing political stalemate between Governor RV Arlekar and actor Vijay has paved the way for an unexpected alliance in Tamil Nadu.
'Unacceptable': DMK, CPI show Vijay support as government formation delayed
Political parties in Tamil Nadu, including the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK), Makkal Needhi Maiam (MNM), Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK), and Communist Party of India (CPI), have rallied behind actor-politician Vijay.
Tamil Nadu tops drug overdose deaths, replaces Punjab
Tamil Nadu has replaced Punjab as the state with the most drug overdose deaths in India in 2024, according to the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB).
FDs over stocks? Where Vijay parks his nearly ₹650cr fortune
Actor Vijay, who recently won big in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections with his party Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), is now eyeing the chief minister's chair.
'Come with 118 signatures': TN governor sends back Vijay again
Tamil Nadu Governor RV Arlekar summoned actor Vijay, the leader of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), to his residence on Thursday.
AIADMK MLAs moved to Puducherry resort as TVK seeks majority
Amid the ongoing political uncertainty in Tamil Nadu, over 25 All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) MLAs have been moved to a resort in Puducherry.
Vijay's fan gets actor's face tattooed after historic election win
A die-hard fan of Tamil actor-politician Vijay has gone viral after getting the actor's face tattooed on his chest.
Congress extends full support to Vijay's TVK with a condition
The Indian National Congress said it has decided to extend its full support to actor Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) in forming the next government in Tamil Nadu.
Vijay to take oath as Tamil Nadu CM on Thursday
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leader Vijay will take oath as the new Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on May 7, sources told ANI.
A 2024 film predicted Vijay as Tamil Nadu's CM?
Tamil superstar Vijay's political party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), has made a stunning entry into Tamil Nadu politics by securing 108 seats in the recent assembly elections.
MK Stalin resigns as Tamil Nadu CM: Report
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has resigned after his party, the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK), lost the recent assembly elections, news agency PTI reported.
TVK wins big but falls short of majority; what next
Actor-turned-politician Vijay's party, the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), made a historic debut in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections.
TVK seeks Governor appointment after becoming Tamil Nadu's largest party
The Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), led by Vijay, has sought an appointment with Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, India Today reported, citing sources.
CPI(M) acknowledges 'serious setbacks' in Kerala, Bengal
The Communist Party of India (Marxist) has acknowledged major defeats in the recent assembly elections.
From auto-rickshaw to Assembly: TVK's Dhamu floors Royapuram giants
In a stunning upset in the Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections, K Vijay Dhamu, an auto-driver by profession, has won the Royapuram constituency.
'Today he's going to be Chief Minister': Vijay's father beams
Actor Vijay's political party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), is leading in 110 out of 234 Assembly seats in Tamil Nadu.
Could Vijay's TVK, AIADMK have post-poll alliance?
The Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), led by actor-politician Vijay, has emerged as a major player in the recent Tamil Nadu elections.
'Bloody hell': Omar Abdullah reacts to vote counting trends
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah took to social media to express his surprise at the ongoing vote counting in four states and one Union Territory of India.
Viral clip: Trisha once wanted to be Tamil Nadu CM
An old video of Tamil actor Trisha Krishnan, in which she expressed her desire to become the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, has resurfaced online.
Tracing Vijay's journey: From superstar to potential CM
Actor-turned-politician Vijay is quickly becoming a major player in Tamil Nadu's political scene.
TVK emerges as single-largest party, vows to form government alone
As early trends emerge in the counting of votes for the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) appears to be displaying a strong debut performance.
Luxurious cars, lavish properties: Inside Vijay's ₹600cr worth empire
Actor-politician Vijay's party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), is leading in the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, according to early trends on Monday.
Udhayanidhi inches ahead in Chepauk, DMK's Karunanidhi legacy seat
Early counting trends in Tamil Nadu's elections have thrown up some surprises, especially in the Chepauk-Thiruvallikeni constituency.
Trisha visits Tirupati on birthday, fans link it to Vijay
Actor Trisha Krishnan celebrated her 43rd birthday on Monday by visiting the Tirupati Temple.
Vijay fan attempts suicide after TVK's rumored defeat
In a shocking incident, a 28-year-old man attempted suicide in Tamil Nadu's Krishnagiri district after hearing rumors about actor Vijay's defeat in the assembly elections.
No victory rallies in Bengal until results are announced
As the counting of votes for the West Bengal Assembly elections is underway, the Kolaka Police have issued an order banning any victory procession, rally, or public celebration in connection with the results within its jurisdiction.
AIADMK ahead in Tamil Nadu, DMK workers pack up
The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) party's headquarters in Chennai, Anna Arivalayam, was a picture of despondency on counting day.
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin trailing in Kolathur
DMK supremo and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin is trailing in the constituency of Kolathur after the eighth round of voting, where TVK's VS Babu, with 33,609 votes, is leading.
Assembly election results 2026: TVK surges ahead in Tamil Nadu
In a major departure from exit poll predictions, actor Vijay's TVK is leading on 106 seats, while the AIADMK-led alliance is leading in 72 seats now. The DMK-led alliance has slipped to a distant third, leading in just 54 seats in Tamil Nadu.
Jabalpur boat tragedy: Two more children's bodies recovered
The death toll in the Narmada cruise boat tragedy has risen to 11, with two more bodies recovered from the Bargi Dam in Madhya Pradesh's Jabalpur.
IMD warns of 5-day rain, thunderstorms disrupting travel across India
Travelers in India are advised to remain cautious as widespread rains, thunderstorms, and high winds are expected to disrupt transportation in several parts of the country.
Unwell passenger jumps off taxiing Air Arabia Sharjah-Chennai flight
In a bizarre incident at Chennai International Airport, a male passenger jumped out of an Air Arabia flight from Sharjah as it was taxiing after landing.
IMD issues rain alert for states in North, Northeast
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted widespread rainfall, thunderstorms, and strong winds across several states from Friday.
How about trying pongal for breakfast!
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What exit polls predicted for Bengal, Assam, TN, Kerala, Puducherry
The exit poll results of the West Bengal Assembly elections are out and they indicate a possible shift in power.
Exit polls: UDF return in Kerala; DMK to retain TN
The Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) is likely to return to power in Kerala, ending the Left Democratic Front's (LDF) decade-long rule, exit polls have predicted.
'Bengal voting in fearless atmosphere; it was unimaginable earlier': Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed confidence in the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) prospects in West Bengal, based on high voter turnout during the ongoing second phase of polling.
Why are villagers from Madurai protesting against 'Jana Nayagan'?
The upcoming Tamil film Jana Nayagan, starring Thalapathy Vijay, has run into a new controversy.
'On verge of stopping operations': Airlines seek Centre's immediate intervention
Air India, IndiGo and SpiceJet have written to the government, warning of a potential shutdown of operations due to skyrocketing Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) costs.
These idli variations are a must-try!
Idli, the beloved South Indian breakfast staple, has taken a whole new avatar on the busy streets of India.
Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' to release in May?
If a report is to be believed, the much-anticipated political action drama Jana Nayagan, starring Thalapathy Vijay, has finally locked its release date.