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Closure of liquor outlets marks 'major achievement' of TVK govt, says Finance Minister KA Sengottaiyan

Tamil Nadu Finance Minister KA Sengottaiyan highlighted a significant achievement by Chief Minister Joseph Vijay. The government has ordered the closure of 717 liquor outlets near places of worship, schools, and bus stations. This move prioritizes public welfare. Chief Minister Joseph Vijay has also retained key portfolios in the newly…

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Bengaluru weather: Yellow alert for IT city; check IMD forecast here

Karnataka and Tamil Nadu experienced heavy rainfall on Sunday as a low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal intensified. Bengaluru and several districts in both states are under a yellow alert, with forecasts of continued rain and thunderstorms.

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High voter turnout marks Assembly elections across states; West Bengal tops with 93.71% participation: EC

Voter participation saw an upward trend in the March-May 2026 Assembly elections across five states/UTs, with Assam, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal recording their highest-ever turnouts. West Bengal led with an unprecedented 93.71% participation, marking a significant rise in electoral engagement.

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Tamil Nadu unveils portfolio allocation; Vijay retains key administrative, police departments

The Tamil Nadu government has announced its ministerial portfolio allocations. Key departments like Finance, Health, and Energy have been assigned to senior ministers. Chief Minister Joseph Vijay will oversee crucial portfolios including Public Administration, Police, and Women and Youth Welfare. This distribution indicates a focused administrative approach with the CM…

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Tamil Nadu CM Vijay reviews departments; White Paper to be released soon

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay is assessing all government departments. A White Paper will detail the state's financial status. Ministers are working with district administrations to combat drug trafficking and illegal mining. The government assures transparency and plans to fulfill all election promises. The monthly financial assistance scheme…

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EC orders probe into voting by foreigners in Tamil Nadu polls, 10 held in Chennai

The Election Commission has ordered a probe into allegations of foreign nationals voting in the Tamil Nadu Assembly election. Police arrested ten foreign nationals attempting to fly out after noticing indelible ink on their fingers. These individuals, from Sri Lanka, the UK, and Canada, allegedly used fraudulent Indian ID documents.…

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TN DA hike: Check how much Tamil Nadu government employees’ monthly salary may increase now

Tamil Nadu government employees and teachers will see their dearness allowance (DA) increase from 58% to 60% of basic pay, effective January 1, 2026. This 2% hike, also extended to pensioners and family pensioners, will result in an additional annual expenditure of approximately Rs 1,230 crore for the state.

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Are Petrol Pumps Really Closing Every Sunday?

Imagine driving to a petrol pump on a Sunday morning Only to find the gates locked. That exact fear spread rapidly across social media after a viral message claimed petrol pumps would remain closed every Sunday in several Indian states following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s fuel conservation appeal. Within hours,…

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Tamil Nadu seeks duty-free cotton imports to support textile sector: CM Vijay writes to PM

He highlighted the severe crisis facing the state's massive textile and apparel export industry, which employs lakhs, due to soaring cotton and yarn prices.

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Tamil Nadu liquor shops to close early? Check TASMAC proposal on timing change and 'new' legal drinking age

TASMAC timing change: The Tamil Nadu government has reinforced the legal drinking age of 21 across the state and announced the closure of 717 TASMAC liquor outlets located near temples, schools, colleges and bus stands. Officials have also been instructed to verify customer ages through ID checks, while the government…

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Karuppu delay reason: Why did Suriya and Trisha Krishnan's film face release issues during morning screening?

Suriya's action drama Karuppu experienced a sudden release day delay. Morning shows were cancelled across Tamil Nadu, leaving fans disappointed. Industry insiders cited financial issues as the cause. Producers worked to resolve the situation, aiming for afternoon screenings. The film features Suriya in a dual role and reunites him with…

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Tamil Nadu, UP and Mizoram outperform other states in logistics performance ranking

Four states and Union Territories are top performers in logistics for 2025. Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, Mizoram, and Delhi are named 'exemplars'. Eleven others are 'high performers'. Eighteen are 'accelerators' showing improvement. Four are 'growth seekers' developing their systems. This ranking aids logistics reforms.

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Inside Vijay’s Secretive ₹624 Crore Luxury Empire

For years, fans have seen Vijay as one of Indian cinema’s most guarded superstars. Unlike many celebrities who constantly showcase their wealth on social media, the Tamil superstar has built an image around restraint, privacy, and controlled public appearances. Yet behind that carefully protected image lies one of the most…

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If there was horse-trading, there is no greater disgrace than this: DMDK chief

DMDK MLA Premalatha Vijayakanth slammed the government over alleged horse-trading and transparency concerns during a floor test. She questioned the appointment of a special advisor. PMK representative Soumya Anbumani pushed for social justice through a caste survey and total prohibition. Both highlighted key issues facing Tamil Nadu's governance and society.

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Indian state leader removes personal astrologer from key government role after backlash

Rationalist critics and opposition leaders had argued that such an appointment would promote superstition over scientific thinking

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Astrologer Rathin Pandit's OSD appointment revoked by Tamil Nadu CM Vijay after backlash

Radhan Pandit: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay is facing political heat after appointing astrologer Rathin Pandit as Officer on Special Duty (OSD) and political wing secretary in the CM’s office. Allies and opposition leaders questioned how an astrologer could hold an official government role in a party that…

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Vijay's TVK passes floor test in Tamil Nadu Assembly with 144 votes in favour

Tamil Nadu Assembly Vijay TVK Floor Test: Chief Minister Joseph Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam government successfully passed a floor test, securing the support of 144 MLAs. The vote of confidence saw backing from Congress, CPI, CPI(M), VCK, and IUML, while the BJP remained neutral and the PMK abstained. This victory…

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Vijay's TVK passes floor test in Tamil Nadu Assembly

Tamil Nadu Assembly Vijay TVK Floor Test: CM Joseph Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam successfully passed a floor test in the State Legislative Assembly, securing a majority of 121 seats. This victory follows the party's strong performance in the recent elections and support from allied parties. The event also coincides with…

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Tamil Nadu cabinet: 50% ministers have criminal cases, 20% are crorepatis

A compelling new analysis brings to light that among the recently appointed ministers of Tamil Nadu, an alarming 50% have criminal backgrounds, while 30% are grappling with significant allegations. Furthermore, 20% of these leaders boast fortunes exceeding a crore, with the Chief Minister holding the highest wealth. The cabinet's total…

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Supreme Court to hear TVK MLA's plea against Madras HC order barring him from taking part in floor test

The Supreme Court will hear a plea from a TVK lawmaker who has challenged a Madras High Court order preventing him from participating in a floor test in the Tamil Nadu Assembly. The case pertains to a close election result and allegations of irregularities. The court's decision could impact the…

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'They wanted to make me CM': Thirumavalavan claims DMK-AIADMK offered him CM post to keep Vijay's TVK out

Thol Thirumavalavan: VCK chief Thol Thirumavalavan has claimed that both the DMK and AIADMK approached him to become Tamil Nadu Chief Minister as part of a possible alliance aimed at keeping C Joseph Vijay’s TVK away from power. The VCK leader said his party discussed the proposal internally before rejecting…

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Astrologer Radhan Pandit, who predicted Vijay’s win, becomes Tamil Nadu CM's special officer

Astrologer Rickey Radhan Pandit Vettrivel, who predicted C. Joseph Vijay's political rise, has been appointed Officer on Special Duty to the newly elected Chief Minister. Vijay's party, TVK, achieved a significant breakthrough in the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, exceeding expectations and challenging established parties.

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Why Vijay’s First CM Move Is Being Called a Game Changer

When Vijay transitioned from one of Tamil cinema’s biggest superstars into the role of Chief Minister, many people expected symbolic speeches, headline-making promises, and carefully staged political messaging during the early days of his administration. Instead, what immediately grabbed national attention was a bold and highly emotional governance decision: the…

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TVK's JCD Prabhakar unanimously elected as Tamil Nadu Assembly Speaker

JCD Prabhakar has been elected as the Tamil Nadu Assembly Speaker. This follows the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam's victory in the recent elections. Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay took his oath, followed by other MLAs. Prabhakar's election marks a significant step in the new government's formation. Key poll promises are being…

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TN CM Vijay orders 717 TASMAC shops near these public spaces to be shut; Check which liquor outlets will be closed

TASMAC shops: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has ordered the closure of 717 TASMAC liquor outlets located within 500 metres of religious places, educational institutions and bus stands across the state. The move, which officials say is aimed at “public welfare,” comes weeks after Vijay took charge and…

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