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Chennai: Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay has been booked in a case of an alleged violation of the Model Code of Conduct by Peravallur police in Chennai's Perumbur. Along with him, around 5,000 TVK party workers have also been booked. The action follows a complaint filed by Assistant Election Accounts Officer Kumar alleging that Vijay, who will be contesting from Perambur and Tiruchirappalli East, violated election norms by using 30 loudspeakers, blocking the path of an ambulance, gathering more than 5,000 people, and causing inconvenience to the public. Acting on the complaint given by the Monitoring Officer Kumar, the Peravallur police have initiated action. The case has been registered under five sections, including causing public nuisance, obstructing a public pathway, and knowingly participating in an unlawful assembly. Election Commission officials said permission was granted only for a campaign led by Vijay involving the participation of 500 people and the use of five loudspeakers. No permission was granted to conduct a road show, they added. Meanwhile, a petition has been submitted to the Chief Electoral Officer by TVK, alleging that the police failed to provide adequate security to Vijay while he was conducting his election campaign. The development follows Vijay's roadshow ahead of filing nomination from Perambur on Monday for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. As a large crowd attended the roadshow, the TVK accused the Chennai Police of not providing police protection and ensuring traffic regulation for the smooth organisation of the campaign. The party urged the Election Commission to intervene and direct the police to ensure protection and traffic regulations.
Ahmedabad, June 8 (SocialNews.XYZ) The MSC IRINA, recognised as the world's largest container ship by TEU (Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit) capacity, is set to dock at the Adani Group's Vizhinjam International Seaport on Monday and will be berthed till Tuesday. The monumental arrival marks a significant milestone for the seaport, which was dedicated to the nation by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on May 2. The MSC IRINA boasts an impressive capacity of 24,346 TEUs, making it a formidable player in global shipping. With a length of 399.9 metres and a width of 61.3 metres, the vessel is approximate ...Read More >
CHENNAI: Actor and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) president Vijay, who had not spoken regarding the Karur tragedy since September 30 when he posted a video on X, once again took to the platform on Monday to welcome the top court verdict transferring the probe into the stampede to the CBI. "Justice shall prevail," he said, in a terse post. In his video, Vijay had insinuated a "conspiracy" behind the tragedy, a sentiment that was reiterated by party general secretary for election campaign manageme ...Read More >
Former AIADMK strongman K.A. Sengottaiyan, now in TVK, has strongly backed actor Vijay for CM in 2026, claiming no power can stop him. He predicted a clean sweep for TVK, winning all 234 seats in the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly polls. Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) Chief Coordinator and veteran politician K.A. Sengottaiyan on Monday made a strong pitch for actor-turned-politician Vijay's chief ministerial bid, asserting that no force could stop Vijay from assuming power in the 2026 Tamil Nadu A ...Read More >
Chennai, Mar 30 (UNI) Soon after Shortly after filing their nomination papers on the opening day today for the April 23 elections to the Tamil Nadu Assembly, Chief Minister and DMK President M K Stalin held a roadshow in his Kolathur constituency, even as Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) Founder and actor-politician Vijay in his maiden electoral foray, hit the campaign trail in Perambur constituency and blamed the ruling DMK for failing to ensure the safety of women and children and control the drug menace in the State. Mr Stalin, who is seeking a record fourth win from Kolathur from where he h ...Read More >
Chennai: Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay on Monday lodged a formal complaint with the Chief Electoral Officer, alleging inadequate police protection during his election campaign in Perambur, which forced him to halt his outreach midway. In his complaint, Vijay stated that insufficient police deployment in the Perambur Assembly constituency led to severe crowd mismanagement, posing safety risks to both the candidate and the public. He pointed out that large gatherings along key roads brought his campaign convoy to a complete standstill, making it impossible to proceed as scheduled. ...Read More >
Vellore (Tamil Nadu) [India], March 30 (ANI): With less than month to go for the Tamil Nadu assembly elections, DMK General Secretary and Katpadi Assembly constituency candidate, Durai Murugan, sounded confident about winning. On TVK Chief Vijay criticising the DMK's election manifesto, Murugan told reporters, "I do not consider such criticism significant." The criticism comes after Chief Minister MK Stalin unveiled the DMK's manifesto on Sunday, highlighting several welfare measures for the upcoming state assembly elections. He also said, "I am confident that the DMK would secure victory r ...Read More >
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) president Vijay opened his election campaign in Chennai on Monday with a rally in Perambur that drew an unusually large crowd for a first stop, underlining both the scale of his appeal and the harder political arithmetic that now awaits him. After filing his nomination from Perambur, the actor-turned-politician used his first major campaign appearance there to launch a direct attack on Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin and the ruling DMK, while the turnout itself seemed to reflect a strategy his party has carefully guarded. Advertisement Vijay, who filed hi ...Read More >
CHENNAI: In his election affidavit for the Tamil Nadu Assembly polls, TVK president Vijay declared total assets worth Rs 603.20 crore that included high-end cars like BMWs and a Toyota Lexus, as well as bank deposits exceeding Rs 213 crore in various accounts. In the affidavit submitted to the Returning Officer, the 52-year-old actor-politician disclosed movable assets valued at Rs 404.58 crore. His immovable assets, which include agricultural land in Kodaikanal and commercial and residential properties across Chennai, are valued at Rs 198.62 crore. Specific liabilities listed as being under ...Read More >
Chennai: Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief C. Joseph Vijay disclosed assets worth Rs 603.20 crore in his election affidavit filed for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly elections, offering a detailed glimpse into his financial portfolio, which spans luxury vehicles, substantial bank deposits, and high-value real estate holdings. According to the affidavit submitted before the Returning Officer, the 52-year-old actor-turned-politician reported movable assets amounting to Rs 404.58 crore. A significant portion of this wealth is held in bank deposits exceeding Rs 213 crore, spread a ...Read More >
CHENNAI: The Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) on Wednesday alleged a conspiracy to prevent party president Vijay from carrying out his campaign across Tamil Nadu in the coming days, and demanded the immediate transfer of senior police officials, including the Chennai City Police Commissioner. Meanwhile, TVK president Vijay, in his representation to Union Home Minister Amit Shah, alleged serious security lapses during his campaign despite his "Y" category status, and has urged the Union Home Minister to intervene and enforce proper security protocols. In a separate representation to the Chief E ...Read More >
CHENNAI: With the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections less than ten months away, political momentum is gathering pace across the state. As parties recalibrate strategies and alliances, AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami (EPS) is preparing to launch a state-wide campaign aimed at galvanising support and positioning his party as the prime contender to overthrow the DMK government. According to sources within the AIADMK, EPS is set to embark on a massive outreach programme titled Makkal Yatra (People's Pilgrimage) starting mid-July. Drawing inspiration from his 2021 pre-poll campaign "V ...Read More >
Chennai, July 17: Reiterating the BJP's firm stance on establishing a coalition government in Tamil Nadu after the 2026 Assembly elections, senior party leader and former state unit chief K. Annamalai on Thursday said that he will strictly adhere to Union Home Minister Amit Shah's position on the matter. A day after AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami (EPS) asserted that his party would form the next government in the state on its own, Annamalai offered a clear rebuttal, maintaining that the political future of Tamil Nadu lies in a coalition model. "Home Minister Amit Shah has sa ...Read More >
Vijay also pledged to champion wider Tamil causes, vowing to reclaim the disputed Katchatheevu island from Sri Lanka. Actor-turned-politician and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) president Vijay on Thursday announced that he would contest the 2026 Tamil Nadu assembly elections from the Madurai East constituency. At the party's second state conference in Madurai, he launched a fierce critique of the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK), declaring that TVK would position itself as the chief challe ...Read More >
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam chief Vijay addressed a rally in Tiruchirappalli. Audio problems plagued his 20-minute speech. Supporters chanted his name amidst the unclear address. Vijay questioned the DMK government's unfulfilled promises from the 2021 election. He criticized the DMK regime regarding an illegal kidney sale racket. Vijay highlighted Tiruchirappalli's historical significance in Dravidian politics. Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam chief Vijay's address from atop his campaign vehicle on Saturda ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], September 13 (ANI): The Agro Chem Federation of India (ACFI) has urged the government to introduce a PLI scheme and tax holidays to reduce import dependence for technical ingredients and to set up agrochemical manufacturing hubs to boost domestic production. ACFI and global consultancy firm Deloitte have released a knowledge paper during their Annual General Meeting earlier this week, highlighting the various aspects of the crop protection chemicals industry, the regulatory landscape, and suggesting measures to boost the sector, which is essential for enhancing agricultural ...Read More >
Chennai, Sep 27 (SocialNews.XYZ) Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leader and Tamil cinema star Vijay will take his Assembly election campaign to Namakkal, continuing his series of public outreach programmes every Saturday. After addressing supporters in Namakkal this morning, he is scheduled to speak at Veluchamipuram near Karur at 12 p.m. - notably the same venue where AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami held a major rally recently. Vijay left his Chennai residence earlier in the day to fly to Namakkal, where thousands of party cadres have been mobilised to welcome him. The visi ...Read More >
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season has barely begun, but it has already delivered its first major controversy. Following Kolkata Knight Riders' (KKR) six-wicket defeat to Mumbai Indians (MI) at the Wankhede Stadium, a pointed remark from captain Ajinkya Rahane has triggered a wider debate - forcing Cricket Australia (CA) to step in with a clarification. At the centre of the storm is Cameron Green, KKR's high-profile signing worth INR 25.20 crore, who did not bowl a single over despite MI's dominant chase of 220. KKR seemed in control after posting a commanding 220/4, but the script ...Read More >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], March 31 (ANI): AIADMK spokesperson Kovai Sathyan exuded confidence about his party's prospects ahead of the upcoming Tamil Nadu assembly elections. Sathyan accused the DMK of failing to deliver on its promises and said voters are ready for a change. He said, "The AIADMK is going to win, and EPS will be crowned as the Chief Minister... People want a change in this government. They are fed up with the fake promises and lies of DMK, and the law and order have become a big question." Targeting the DMK's election manifesto, he alleged, "People are sick and tired of ...Read More >
CHENNAI: Refuting reports on Tuesday that the Greater Chennai Police have registered cases against actor and TVK president Vijay and his party cadre for alleged violations during his campaign rally in the Kolathur Assembly constituency on Monday, sources in the city police told TNIE that although they had received some complaints, no case has been registered as of Tuesday. Meanwhile, sources in the office of Chief Electoral Officer said that Tamil Nadu CEO Archana Patnaik has sought a report from Chennai's District Election Officer J Kumaragurubaran, who is also the Greater Chennai Corporatio ...Read More >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], March 30 (ANI): TVK chief and actor Vijay on Monday filed nominations from Perambur constituency for the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. The TVK chief also held a massive roadshow with a sea of supporters surrounding his vehicles in Perambur Also Read | Rahul Arunoday Banerjee Dies: West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee Grieves Death of Bengali Actor, Says 'Stunned and Heartbroken' (See Post). https://x.com/TVKPartyHQ/status/2038551085896613906?s=20 Vijay is contesting from two seats - Preambur and Trichy East- against DMK's incumbent MLAs RD Sekar and Inigo S Irudaya ...Read More >
2026 Tamil Nadu elections: Trichy East Assembly seat turns temple town into a high-stakes constituency for Vijay's political debut 2026 Tamil Nadu Polls: Steeped in a thousand years of history, Tiruchirappalli -- once a key centre of the early Cholas and later ruled by the Pallavas, Pandyas and the Madurai Nayaks -- is now witnessing a very different kind of battle. Not one of empires, but of narratives, personalities and political relevance. At the heart of it lies Trichy East -- a compact, densely packed urban constituency that has suddenly become one of the most closely watched seats in T ...Read More >
Tiruchirappalli, April 1: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) president MK Stalin, who is contesting the upcoming Assembly elections from the Kolathur constituency, held a major election campaign in Tiruchirappalli district on Wednesday, addressing a large public gathering and introducing party candidates for the nine Assembly segments in the district. Addressing the party rally in Tiruchirappalli, Stalin drew contrasts with other states, asserting, "There are no caste clashes in Tamil Nadu, no communal riots like in BJP-ruled states, no mob violence like in Uttar Pra ...Read More >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], April 1 (ANI): Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam chief Vijay on Wednesday wrote to Union Home Minister Amit Shah and the Union Home Secretary, raising concerns over alleged security lapses during his ongoing election campaign in Tamil Nadu. In his letter, Vijay referred to an incident on March 30, when he was travelling from Perambur to Kolathur after filing his nomination papers. He alleged that there was an inadequate police escort and insufficient traffic management, leading to a lack of secure movement for his convoy. Also Read | Kerala Lottery Result Today 3 PM Live ...Read More >
Chennai, Apr 1 (PTI) TVK chief Vijay on Wednesday released the party's official campaign anthem, a high-octane track centered on social justice and Tamil identity, on his social media platforms. The launch comes a day before the actor-turned-politician is scheduled to file his nomination for the Tiruchirappalli East constituency. The anthem, which echoes the party's "secular social justice" ideology, is expected to headline at Vijay's major campaign rally at Marakkadai on Thursday. Tiruchirapalli City Police have issued a conditional NOC for the event, following a massive roadshow at Peramb ...Read More >
Actor-politician Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam party has credited Rs 20 lakh each to 39 families who lost loved ones in the Karur stampede. The total disbursed amount is Rs 7.8 crore. The party also announced Rs 2 lakh for the injured. Vijay's party will adopt victim families for long-term support in education and employment. Actor-politician Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam party on Saturday said Rs 20 lakh each has been credited to the families of those who lost their lives in the Karur sta ...Read More >
CHENNAI: The short-duration winter session of the State Assembly on Tuesday began with the House paying homage to 41 people who lost their lives in the Karur stampede two weeks ago. Assembly Speaker M Appavu adjourned the proceedings after paying homage to sitting AIADMK MLA T K Amul Kandasami, who passed away on June 21. Moving a condolence resolution to honour those who died in the Karur stampede, the Speaker said Chief Minister M K Stalin had rushed to Karur on the same day and met the famil ...Read More >
Chennai, (Tamil Nadu) [India], September 29 (ANI): Chennai Police received a phone call claiming that a bomb had been planted at the ECR, Neelankarai residence of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) Chief and actor C Joseph Vijay, officials said. Following the alert on Sunday, police personnel rushed to the spot, and a bomb disposal squad was deployed. Experts are currently carrying out thorough checks inside and outside the premises, sources said. Visuals showed heavy security outside Vijay's residence. Also Read | PM Narendra Modi To Inaugurate New BJP Office in Delhi Today on Saptami of Navrat ...Read More >
Ramanathapuram (Tamil Nadu), Oct 30 (PTI) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin on Thursday said he is "waiting to back AIADMK's recommendation" to confer Bharat Ratna on freedom fighter Pasumpon Muthuramalinga Thevar. CM Stalin was responding to a question at a press conference held after he paid tributes to Thevar's memorial in Pasumpon on the 63rd guru pooja and 118th jayanthi, being observed on Thursday. Leader of Opposition in the state assembly and AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswamy, after paying tribute to Thevar in Pasumpon, said he has sent a letter to the Union Home Min ...Read More >
Tiruchirappalli (Tamil Nadu) [India], March 31 (ANI): Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) president Vijay will file his nomination on April 2 for the Tiruchirappalli East Assembly constituency ahead of the upcoming state elections. Vijay will submit his nomination before the Assistant Returning Officer at the Ariyamangalam Zonal Office (Zone 2). The filing is scheduled for 12:30 PM at the Tiruchirappalli East Tahsildar Office, sources said. Also Read | Nalanda Temple Stampede: 6 Devotees Killed, Several Injured During Mahavir Jayanti Prayers at Sheetla Mata Temple in Bihar. As part of his visit, ...Read More >
Chennai: CTR Nirmal Kumar, the Joint General Secretary of the Tamizhaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) party, has written a letter to Union Home Minister Amit Shah, requesting that adequate security be provided to superstar Tamil actor Vijay, the party founder. Vijay had launched his Tamil Nadu Assembly election campaign on March 30, immediately after filing his nomination to contest the polls from the Perambur seat. Although the Election Commission had granted him permission to campaign in three constituencies, Perambur, Kolathur and Villivakkam, on the same day, he campaigned only in Perambur and Ko ...Read More >