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Chennai: Following discrepancies in the nomination papers filed by Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leader Vijay for the Perambur Assembly constituency, the party's legal team submitted a revised affidavit to the election registration officer (ERO) on Saturday. Vijay is contesting the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections from the Perambur and Trichy East constituencies. Accordingly, he filed nomination papers for the Perambur constituency on March 30 and for the Trichy East constituency on April 2. In this context, the affidavit filed for Perambur mentioned that no criminal cases were pending against Vijay. However, in the nomination papers filed for the Trichy East constituency, he had declared that two cases were pending against him. Furthermore, it was alleged that Vijay's age was also stated inconsistently across the two sets of nomination papers. Due to these conflicting details, reports emerged that his nomination for the Perambur constituency may be rejected.
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 >
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 >
Thoothukudi (Tamil Nadu) [India], April 4 (ANI): Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) candidate Srinath on Saturday filed his nomination for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly elections from the Thoothukudi Assembly constituency. The nomination was submitted in accordance with election procedures, in the presence of several key party functionaries and supporters. Many party leaders and cadres participated in the nomination filing event and expressed their strong support for Srinath. They also voiced confidence that he would secure victory in the upcoming election. Also Read | Is There Su ...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 >
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 >
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 >
Tamil Nadu will go to the polls in a single phase on April 23, covering a total of 234 constituencies in the State. Counting is scheduled for May 4. A day earlier, Vijay unveiled the party's manifesto for the upcoming elections, promising "anti-drug protection zones" and a monthly assistance for students. Addressing a press conference in Chennai, Vijay stressed his vision for a drug-free and self-reliant Tamil Nadu. He said anti-drug protection zones" will be established in all schools and coll ...Read More >
Chennai, Apr 5 (PTI) Amid scrutiny, TVK chief Vijay, who had earlier filed an election affidavit with no pending criminal cases, has declared two pending FIRs in a fresh affidavit filed before the returning officer for the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections to be held on April 23. The fresh affidavit, notarised on April 3, was filed on April 4 by a representative, according to sources. It lists two cases in Chennai and Madurai that were not included in the previous document notarised on March 30. In the latest filing, the actor disclosed FIR number 74 of 2026 registered at the K5 Peravallur Polic ...Read More >
Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) president Anbumani Ramadoss on Monday (March 30, 2026) announced that his spouse and president of Pasumai Thayagam, an NGO, Sowmiya Anbumani, would contest the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections from the party's stronghold, the Dharmapuri constituency. Mr. Anbumani released the full list of candidates for 15 constituencies. The party's treasurer M. Thilagabama will face off with actor Vijay and the DMK's RD Sekar in the Perambur constituency. In Kattumannarkovil ...Read More >
CHENNAI: TVK founder-president C Joseph Vijay's nomination to contest from Perambur Assembly constituency may get rejected if the election officials strictly go by the rules. For, the actor-politician failed to mention a case pending against him since 2025, which is a violation of election rules. Vijay is contesting the Tamil Nadu Assembly election 2026 from two constituencies, Perambur in Chennai and Tiruchy East. He filed the nomination for Perambur on March 30. On that day, the world's attention was on his assets and income, including the crores he earned each year and the swanky vehicles ...Read More >
Tamil Nadu assembly elections 2026: The PMK, lead by Anbumani Ramadoss, has been allotted 18 seats as part of the seat-sharing agreement of the NDA. The alliance in Tamil Nadu comprises the AIADMK, BJP, AMMK, and some other smaller parties. The Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) on Monday released its final list of candidates for the elections to the 234-member Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly. The party, which is a member of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), has been allotted 18 seats as part of the seat-sharing agreement. As per the list, M Thilagabama will contest from Perambur, Sowmiya Anb ...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 TVKPartyHQ/status/2038551085896613906?s=20" target="_blank" rel="noopener">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 Irudayaraj, respectively. The Preambur constituency used to be a CPI (M) bastion ...Read More >
Tamil Nadu elections: Perambur has traditionally been a politically active seat, with a mix of industrial workers, lower- and middle-income households, and long-established residential pockets. Vijay on Monday filed his nomination papers to contest the upcoming Assembly elections from the Perambur constituency in Chennai, marking his formal entry into electoral politics. The Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief, who has transitioned from a successful film career into public life, is making his ...Read More >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], March 31 (ANI): A case has been registered against Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay for alleged violation of the Model Code of Conduct at Peravallur Police Station in Perambur, Chennai. Based on a complaint lodged by Monitoring Officer Kumar, the police have taken action. Also Read | Mumbai Shocker: Retired Senior Officer Digitally Arrested for 25 Days, Duped of INR 1.57 Crore by Fraudsters Posing as Police and Judges in Andheri. According to the complaint, TVK's candidate from Perambur and Tiruchirappalli East seats, Vijay, allegedly violated electio ...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. As part of his visit, Vijay will also undertake election campaigning in the constituency. TVK Chief Coordinator KA Sengottaiyan and Delta Zone Observer Ku.pa. ...Read More >
Trichy East (Tamil Nadu) [India], April 2 (ANI): TVK Party president Vijay on Friday filed his nomination to contest the upcoming assembly elections from the Trichy East constituency. He had earlier filed his nomination for the Perambur seat on March 30. Vijay is contesting from two seats, Preambur and Trichy East- against DMK's incumbent MLAs RD Sekar and Inigo S Irudayaraj, respectively. The Perambur constituency used to be a CPI(M) bastion till 2016. RD Sekar has held the seat since winning the bypolls in 2019. Also Read | Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026: Udhayanidhi Stalin Files Nomin ...Read More >
Thoothukudi (Tamil Nadu) [India], April 4 (ANI): Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) candidate Srinath on Saturday filed his nomination for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly elections from the Thoothukudi Assembly constituency. The nomination was submitted in accordance with election procedures, in the presence of several key party functionaries and supporters. Many party leaders and cadres participated in the nomination filing event and expressed their strong support for Srinath. They also voiced confidence that he would secure victory in the upcoming election. Party members also high ...Read More >
Tiruchirappalli (Tamil Nadu) [India], April 2 (ANI): Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay on Thursday termed the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) government an "evil force," asking the voters to "throw it" out of power in the Tamil Nadu Assembly election. Addressing a public meeting in Tiruchirappalli after filing his nomination as party candidate from Tiruchirappalli East, Vijay accused the DMK of not fulfilling the poll promises they made in 2021. He also garlanded a statue of former Chief Minister and AIADMK founder MG Ramachandran after filing his nomination. "This evil force, DMK, ...Read More >
CHENNAI: PMK president Anbumani Ramadoss has officially released the final list of candidates for the upcoming Tamil Nadu legislative assembly elections scheduled for April 23. As part of the AIADMK-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA), the PMK was allotted 18 seats. With three candidates having been announced previously, the party on Monday named the remaining 15 nominees, featuring a mix of seasoned legislators, party office-bearers, and prominent women functionaries.Pasumai Thaayagam president and his wife, Sowmiya Anbumani, will contest from the party's stronghold, Dharmapuri. Other nota ...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. "I respectfully submit that on 30/03/2026, TVK Pr ...Read More >
TVK leader Aadhav Arjuna on Saturday alleged that the DMK and BJP were behind an upcoming film that he claimed was aimed at insulting party chief Vijay TVK leader Aadhav Arjuna on Saturday alleged that the DMK and BJP were behind an upcoming film that he claimed was aimed at insulting party chief Vijay, warning that such a movie "will not last even a day" in theatres. Speaking to reporters, Arjuna said attempts to degrade their leader through cinema were part of a political ploy and questioned ...Read More >
Kanchipuram (Tamil Nadu) [India], March 30 (ANI): Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister and DMK Youth Wing Secretary Udayanidhi Stalin on Monday launched his election campaign for the state Assembly polls from Kanchipuram district. He also paid homage to DMK founder and former Chief Minister CN Annadurai at his memorial before addressing supporters at Theradi in Gandhi Road. Speaking at his first campaign speech, Udayanidhi Stalin said, "I start my election campaign from DMK founder Anna. Edappadi Palaniswami started from Mylapore. Their policy leaders are Amit Shah and Modi. We should not make f ...Read More >
In Thoothukudi, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) candidate Srinath officially filed his nomination on Saturday for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly elections 2026. The filing took place in the presence of party leaders, workers, and supporters, who gathered in large numbers to show solidarity. Party members expressed strong confidence in Srinath's chances, highlighting the party's growing influence in the constituency and their determination to secure a decisive win. With several cand ...Read More >
Kanchipuram (Tamil Nadu) [India], March 30 (ANI): Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister and DMK Youth Wing Secretary Udayanidhi Stalin on Monday launched his election campaign for the state Assembly polls from Kanchipuram district. He also paid homage to DMK founder and former Chief Minister CN Annadurai at his memorial before addressing supporters at Theradi in Gandhi Road. Also Read | Nitish Kumar Resigns As Bihar MLC, All Set for Rajya Sabha Role; Opposition Criticises Move. Speaking at his first campaign speech, Udayanidhi Stalin said, "I start my election campaign from DMK founder Anna. Eda ...Read More >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], March 31 (ANI): Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) General Secretary Aadhav Arjuna on Tuesday held a door-to-door campaign in Chennai, ahead of the upcoming assembly elections. Arjuna is contesting elections from the Villivakkam constituency. Hailing the "great response" received from the public during his campaign, Arjuna expressed confidence in winning the election. "There is a great response. People are showing love, affection and hope. Every house, every street, there is a huge response. I am very confident in this constituency," Arjuna told ANI. Earlier in the ...Read More >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], March 31 (ANI): A case has been registered against Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay for alleged violation of the Model Code of Conduct at Peravallur Police Station in Perambur, Chennai. Based on a complaint lodged by Monitoring Officer Kumar, the police have taken action. According to the complaint, TVK's candidate from Perambur and Tiruchirappalli East seats, Vijay, allegedly 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 com ...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 >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], March 31 (ANI): Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) general secretary Aadhav Arjuna on Tuesday slammed the ruling DMK after a Model Code of Conduct violation case was filed against Vijay. A case has been registered against Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay for alleged violation of the Model Code of Conduct at Peravallur Police Station in Perambur, Chennai. According to the complaint, TVK's candidate from Perambur and Tiruchirappalli East seats, Vijay, allegedly violated election norms by using 30 loudspeakers, blocking the path of an ambulance, gathering mor ...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. ...Read More >