Vijay Archives - National Times

12 May

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay orders closure of 717 liquor shops near religious places, schools

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Rajeev Sharma :- In a significant move, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has ordered closure of 717 state-run liquor retail outlets operating near places of worship, educational institutions, and bus stands across the state. According to the government, the state currently houses 4,765 Tasmac liquor retail shops. Of the 717 identified for closure, 276 are located near places of worship, 186 near educational institutions and 255 near bus stands. The move is being seen as Vijay’s first major policy decision just hours after becoming Chief Minister. The new government is presenting it as an important social reform step…

10 May

Vijay Sworn In As Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, Rahul Gandhi Attends Ceremony

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Rajeev Sharma :- Chandrasekhar Joseph Vijay on Sunday took oath as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, marking a dramatic political rise for the actor-turned-politician and his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam. The swearing-in ceremony was held at Nehru Stadium, where Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar administered the oath of office. Vijay took the oath in Tamil in the presence of several political leaders, including Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi. During the oath-taking, Vijay briefly deviated from the official text, prompting Governor Arlekar to interrupt and ask him to read only the approved format. With this, Vijay became…

06 May

TVK Leader Vijay Stakes Claim to Form Tamil Nadu Government Amid Dramatic Political Realignment

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Chennai (Gurpreet Singh): Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay met with Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar at Lok Bhavan on Wednesday to formally stake his claim to form the next government in Tamil Nadu. This high-profile meeting followed a seismic shift in the state's political landscape, as the Congress party announced it was severing its long-standing ties with the DMK to support the actor-turned-politician. Vijay presented the Governor with a list of Congress legislators who have pledged their support, marking a significant challenge to the decades-long bipolar dominance of the DMK and AIADMK. While the TVK emerged as the single largest…

04 May

TVK Edges Toward Breakthrough in Tamil Nadu as Counting Trends Favor Vijay’s Party

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Tamil Nadu (Rajeev Sharma): Early results from the 2026 Assembly elections in Tamil Nadu suggest a major political shake-up, with the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) emerging as the frontrunner. Led by actor-turned-politician Vijay, the party is rapidly closing in on the halfway mark in the 234-member Assembly, raising the possibility of a historic first victory. Counting began early Monday morning under tight security across the state, with officials releasing constituency-wise updates at regular intervals through the Election Commission’s platforms. As rounds progress, TVK has established leads in a significant number of seats, indicating strong voter backing across regions. The trends…

28 Sep

Vijay Steps Forward with Aid After Karur Tragedy, Offers Rs 20 Lakh to Bereaved Families

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Karur (Rajeev Sharma): In the aftermath of the deadly stampede that unfolded during a political gathering in Karur, Tamil actor and TVK leader Thalapathy Vijay has extended financial support to the victims’ families, pledging Rs 20 lakh for each family that lost a loved one, and Rs 2 lakh for each injured person currently under medical care. The emotional tragedy, which took place during a public rally organized by Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), claimed dozens of lives and left many others injured when the crowd reportedly swelled out of control. Vijay’s Personal Note: "A Loss Beyond Repair" In a…

13 Apr

Actor Vijay Moves Supreme Court, Challenges Constitutional Validity of Waqf Act

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National Times Bureau; Tamil superstar Vijay has approached the Supreme Court challenging the constitutional validity of the Waqf Act, stirring a new legal and political debate nationwide. The actor, known for his outspoken views and growing influence beyond cinema, filed a petition arguing that the Waqf Act gives "arbitrary and unchecked powers" to Waqf Boards, allowing them to claim properties without due process.Vijay’s petition states that the current provisions violate citizens’ fundamental rights, especially the right to equality and property. He specifically questions how Waqf Boards are able to list lands as Waqf properties without informing or hearing the actual…