Tamil Nadu cabinet: 10 ministers allotted portfolios, CM Vijay keeps home, police & public administration The Tamil Nadu Lok Bhavan has announced portfolio allocations for the new cabinet. Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay will lead the government. He has retained key departments. Other ministers have been assigned portfolios including finance, health, and education. This marks a significant administrative development for the new government. #Tamil_Nadu #Tamil #Nadu #Lok #Lok_Bhavan #Joseph_Vijay #Nadu_cabinet #Nadu_Lok #public_administration #cabinet
Did foreigners vote in Tamil Nadu polls? ECI orders probe after 10 detained at Chennai and Madurai airports #Tamil_Nadu #Tamil #Nadu #Nadu_polls #foreigners_vote
Why Vijay's floor test in Tamil Nadu is really a survival test for AIADMK Tamil Nadu's trust vote for CM-designate Vijay is overshadowed by a potential AIADMK rupture. Senior rebels are questioning party chief Palaniswami's leadership, accusing him of seeking an understanding with the rival DMK. This internal strife could signal the AIADMK's terminal decline as its MLAs consider shifting loyalty. #Tamil_Nadu #Tamil #Nadu #Vijay #trust_vote #Nadu_trust #Vijay_floor #CM-designate_Vijay #AIADMK_Tamil #AIADMK_rupture
AIADMK at breaking point? Revolt brews against EPS after Tamil Nadu poll debacle AIADMK faces internal turmoil following a significant electoral defeat in Tamil Nadu, with divisions surfacing over leadership and potential support for the new TVK government. MLAs arrived in separate groups for the assembly, highlighting a visible rift and raising questions about the party's future cohesion and relevance. #Tamil_Nadu #Tamil #Nadu #point #AIADMK #Nadu_poll #breaking_point #AIADMK_faces #TVK_government #debacle_AIADMK
Will Chief Minister Vijay bring back Tamil Nadu's 4 AM FDFS culture? Exhibitors make an EMOTIONAL appeal: "Early morning shows are the lifeline of cinemas" There was a time when cinemas would screen just four shows a day, usually beginning around 11:30 am or 12 noon. But with the advent of multiplexes, the system changed. Exhibitors began experimenting with 9:00 am and 10:00 am shows, and the strategy worked. For high-profile releases, cinemas even started organizing shows earlier than that, at 8:00 am, 7:00 am and, in some cases, even at 5:00 am or 6:00 am. However, Tamil Nadu stands out as the only state where early-morning shows are tightly regulated. Here, the first regular show generally begins around 10:30 am or 11:00 am. For big-ticket releases, producers and distributors seek special permission from the state government, after which theatres are usually allowed to start shows from 9:00 am. However, shows at 4:00 am or even earlier have not been permitted in Tamil Nadu in recent times. The last major instance took place during the Pongal 2023 clash between Ajith Kumar’s Thunivu and Vijay’s Varisu. While Thunivu had shows beginning as early as 1:00 am in Tamil Nadu, Varisu was allowed to be screened from 4:00 am. The celebrations, however, took a tragic turn when an Ajith fan died while celebrating the release of Thunivu. This episode further prompted the state government to clamp down on early morning shows. Since then, the first show for a biggie starts at 9... #Chief_Minister #Tamil_Nadu #Tamil #Nadu #bring_back #shows #Chief #Minister_Vijay #FDFS_culture #back_Tamil
Vijay's first day as CM and a Tamil Nadu song row: What happened? Tamil Nadu's chief minister's swearing-in ceremony sparked controversy as the state song 'Tamil Thaai Vaazhthu' was placed third, after the national song and anthem. This deviation from tradition, where the state song usually begins government events, drew strong objections from CPI and the ruling TVK party, which vowed to revert to the established practice. #song #Tamil_Nadu #Tamil #Nadu #Nadu_chief #Thaai_Vaazhthu #Tamil_Thaai #song_row #Nadu_song #state_song
Evening news wrap: Tamil Nadu CM Vijay chairs first Secretariat meeting; Iran sends response to US via Pakistan and more Tamil Nadu CM Vijay convened his inaugural Secretariat meeting, focusing on law and order ahead of the Assembly session. Bengaluru experienced a security scare with gelatine sticks found near PM Modi's event venue. Iran responded to a US proposal via Pakistan amidst Strait of Hormuz tensions. Vijay's swearing-in, beginning with Vande Mataram, sparked political debate. #Tamil_Nadu #Tamil #Nadu #Secretariat_meeting #Assembly_session #inaugural_Secretariat #Secretariat #meeting #sends_response #order_ahead
'Money’s all there': Stalin reacts to Vijay’s first speech, says Tamil Nadu debt 'well within permissible limits' Tamil Nadu's new Chief Minister Vijay claimed the previous government left a Rs 10 lakh crore debt and an empty treasury. However, former CM M.K. Stalin refuted this, stating the state's debt is within limits and urging Vijay not to start his tenure with such claims. Vijay vowed transparency and prioritizing public welfare. #Chief_Minister #Tamil_Nadu #Tamil #Nadu #lakh_crore #limits'_Tamil #Minister_Vijay #empty_treasury #Nadu_debt #permissible_limits'
'Will continue to work with Tamil Nadu government': PM Modi congratulates Vijay on taking oath as chief minister C. Joseph Vijay was sworn in as the new Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on Sunday, marking a significant political shift. Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Vijay and assured continued central government support for the state's welfare. Vijay's party, TVK, secured victory in the 2026 elections, ending the dominance of Dravidian parties. #chief_minister #Tamil_Nadu #Tamil #Nadu #Narendra_Modi #Modi_congratulates #Vijay #Nadu_government #taking_oath #congratulates_Vijay
From KA Sengottaiyan to S Keerthana - what Vijay's Tamil Nadu cabinet looks like C Joseph Vijay has become the new Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. He took the oath of office along with his cabinet members. This marks the formal assumption of power by the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam party. The party achieved a significant electoral victory on May 4. This win ended the long-standing dominance of traditional Dravidian parties. #Chief_Minister #Tamil_Nadu #Tamil #Nadu #Vijay #Joseph_Vijay #Vijay_Tamil #Nadu_cabinet #Keerthana #Sengottaiyan
TVK ends decades-old DMK-AIADMK dominance, actor-politician Vijay sworn in as Tamil Nadu chief minister C Joseph Vijay was sworn in as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister after his party, TVK, emerged as the single largest in the assembly. Vijay secured the required majority with support from Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi and Indian Union Muslim League, unseating traditional Dravidian parties. He will seek a vote of confidence by May 13. #chief_minister #Tamil_Nadu #Tamil #Nadu #TVK #Nadu_chief #Joseph_Vijay #DMK-AIADMK_dominance #TVK_ends #decades-old_DMK-AIADMK
From 107 to 120: Inside political see-saw that kept Vijay away from Tamil Nadu CM chair for 5 days For actor-turned-politician C Joseph Vijay, the days following the May 4 Tamil Nadu assembly election results were less about celebration and more about survival arithmetic. TVK emerged as the single-largest party with 108 seats in the 234-member assembly, placing Vijay within striking distance of the chief minister’s chair but still 10 short of the majority mark of 118. #Tamil_Nadu #Tamil #Nadu #Nadu_assembly #election_results #assembly_election #Joseph_Vijay #Inside_political #survival_arithmetic #political_see-saw
Backchannel deals, shifting loyalties and Vijay’s race for power - What’s unfolding in Tamil Nadu Tamil Nadu's government formation remains uncertain as TVK emerges as the single largest party but falls short of a majority. Allies are scrambling for numbers, with some extending support while others withdraw, creating a volatile political landscape. Efforts are underway to secure the necessary support to stake a claim to power. #Tamil_Nadu #Tamil #Nadu #Nadu_Tamil #Nadu_government #government_formation #TVK_emerges #Backchannel_deals #shifting_loyalties #formation_remains
Vijay rewrote Tamil Nadu politics overnight — but can governor ask him to prove majority before floor test? Actor-politician Vijay's TVK party emerged as the single-largest force in Tamil Nadu, winning 108 seats. Despite this, Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar has paused an invitation to form the government, citing an "unestablished majority." This has triggered a constitutional showdown, with legal experts debating the governor's discretionary powers and the necessity of a floor test before an invitation. #Tamil_Nadu #Tamil #Nadu #Actor-politician_Vijay #Vijay_TVK #Nadu_politics #politics_overnight #rewrote_Tamil #Vijay_rewrote #prove_majority
TVK’s Vijay hunts for allies to form govt; dissent brews in AIADMK; DMK-Congress ties shaky: What’s happening in Tamil Nadu?' Actor-turned-politician Vijay's TVK is poised to form the government in Tamil Nadu, emerging as the single-largest party but needing allies. The Congress has reportedly pledged support for a secular government, a move that has drawn sharp criticism from the DMK. Meanwhile, a faction within the AIADMK is reportedly considering backing Vijay. #Tamil_Nadu #Tamil #Nadu #Vijay #Vijay_TVK #dissent_brews #DMK-Congress_ties #ties_shaky #form_govt #Vijay_hunts
Srivaikuntam election results 2026: TVK's G Saravanan wins by 1,186 votes Srivaikuntam's 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections feature a close contest between INC, AIADMK, and TVK. Historically, the seat has evenly split between Congress and AIADMK since 1977. The 2021 election saw INC win by over 15,000 votes, while AIADMK secured victories in 2016 and 2011. #Tamil_Nadu #Tamil #Nadu_Assembly #Assembly_elections #TVK #close_contest #Saravanan_wins #votes_Srivaikuntam #Srivaikuntam #Saravanan
Tamil Nadu assembly elections: From MK Stalin to EPS and Vijay; key candidates to watch on May 4 Tamil Nadu's political landscape is set for a decisive turn as vote counting commences. The election features high-stakes contests, including Chief Minister MK Stalin defending his seat and actor-turned-politician Thalapathy Vijay making his electoral debut. AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palanisami is also fighting to regain relevance, with new entrants and alliance dynamics shaping the traditional voting patterns. #Tamil_Nadu #Tamil #Nadu #political_landscape #Nadu_assembly #Nadu_political #key_candidates #counting_commences #Thalapathy_Vijay #decisive_turn
Election Commission releases final data: 4.88 crore people voted in Tamil Nadu Tamil Nadu witnessed a record 85.1% voter turnout in the recent assembly elections, with 4.88 crore citizens casting their ballots. Women voters significantly outnumbered men, continuing a trend from previous years. The Election Commission faced delays in releasing data but assured robust security and transparency for the upcoming vote counting on May 4. #Tamil_Nadu #Tamil #Nadu #Election_Commission #Nadu_witnessed #Nadu_Tamil #crore_people #crore_citizens #releases_final #people_voted
Assembly election result 2026: Date and time of result for Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Puducherry, exit poll predictions, where and how to watch and other details Counting for the 2026 Assembly elections in Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, and Puducherry begins today, May 4th. The results will determine the fate of 824 seats across these five key regions. Exit polls suggest a fragmented verdict with close contests in West Bengal and Kerala, while predicting BJP wins in Assam and the NDA retaining power in Puducherry. #West_Bengal #Tamil_Nadu #Tamil #Nadu #Assembly #Assembly_election #details_Counting #begins_today #Puducherry_begins #poll_predictions
Youth impact: Will first-time voters reshape Tamil Nadu politics? Tamil Nadu's 2026 Assembly elections are poised for a significant youth impact, with over 1.22 crore voters aged 18-29 forming a crucial bloc. First-time voters cite empowerment and safety as key drivers. The emergence of actor Vijay's party, TVK, adds a new dynamic, potentially influencing results in closely contested seats and reshaping the state's political future. #Tamil_Nadu #Tamil #Nadu #Assembly_elections #impact #first-time_voters #Nadu_politics #Youth_impact #reshape_Tamil #voters_reshape
