Vijay
Coverage of Vijay in the Nexus archive.
- Tamil Nadu CM Vijay to visit Karur to meet kin of stampede victims on July 10
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay will visit Karur on July 10 to meet with families of stampede victims. Security arrangements for the visit were reviewed by T.S. Anbu, Additional Director General of Police, Law and Order.
- Chief Minister Vijay “blackmailed” children by appealing to them, two election petitioners allege before Madras High Court
Two election petitioners allege that Chief Minister Vijay 'blackmailed' children by appealing to them before the Madras High Court. Justice V. Lakshminarayanan ordered notices on petitions filed by R.D. Shekar and S. Inigo Irudayaraj, who lost in Perambur and Tiruchi East constituencies.
- Karur stampede: TVK chief Vijay speaks to victims’ families on video calls
TVK chief Vijay is communicating with victims' families of the Karur stampede via video calls facilitated by a core team of TVK functionaries. The team has requested families not to record or photograph the calls.
- Tamil Nadu Governor Arlekar, CM Vijay pay tributes to Rettamalai Srinivasan on birth anniversary
Tamil Nadu Governor Arlekar and Chief Minister Vijay paid tributes to Rettamalai Srinivasan on his birth anniversary. Vijay highlighted Srinivasan's role as a pioneer of social justice and advocate for the oppressed.
- TVK man threatens VB-G RAM G workers; BJP wants Vijay to control his partymen
A TVK man is reported to have threatened VB-G RAM G workers, while BJP leader Mr. Nagenthran urged Mr. Vijay to ensure his partymen do not interfere in state-run schools, government hospitals, and employment programs.
- Chief Minister Vijay visits desalination plants and drinks water
Chief Minister Vijay visited desalination plants and drank water. He directed officials to ensure proper maintenance of the Nemmeli desalination plants to supply drinking water without interruption.
- Former Ministers, Ex-MLAs of AIADMK who joined TVK meet Chief Minister Vijay in Panaiyur
Former Ministers and Ex-MLAs of AIADMK who joined TVK met Chief Minister Vijay in Panaiyur. This is their first meeting with Vijay, as they joined the party under Minister N. Anand's presence.
- DMK MLA Anitha Radhakrishnan gets bail in case over remarks against T.N. CM Vijay
Anitha Radhakrishnan, a DMK MLA, was granted bail in a case related to remarks against Tamil Nadu CM Vijay. He was arrested on Friday and produced before the court in Tiruchendur at around 10:30 p.m.
- DMK moves Supreme Court to bar TVK leaders from making ‘threatening’ public statements on Karur stampede
The DMK has petitioned the Supreme Court to prevent TVK leaders from making threatening public statements about the Karur stampede. The petition argues that Chief Minister Vijay's planned visit to Karur could undermine the fairness of the investigation.
- DMK MLA Anitha Radhakrishnan arrested over objectionable remarks against Tamil Nadu CM Vijay
Anitha Radhakrishnan, a DMK MLA, was arrested for making objectionable remarks against Tamil Nadu CM Vijay. The arrest followed the Madras High Court dismissing her anticipatory bail plea in a case registered by the Authoor police.
- Jana Nayagan leak case: 1.2 crore people watched Vijay-starrer online, Chennai police tell Madras High Court
Chennai police informed the Madras High Court that 1.2 crore people watched the online leak of the uncertified Vijay-starrer movie Jana Nayagan. Justice C. Kumarappan dismissed bail petitions for two of the 21 accused, citing their involvement in the serious crime of leaking the film.
- Army Chief General Dhiraj Seth unveils ‘VIJAY’ roadmap for a future-ready force
Army Chief General Dhiraj Seth has unveiled the ‘VIJAY’ roadmap, emphasizing technology, jointness, Atmanirbharta, and soldier welfare to prepare the force for the future.
- Left parties to skip Vijay’s invitation for meeting of post poll allies
Left parties are skipping Vijay’s invitation for a meeting of post-poll allies. The leaders will instead meet the Chief Minister to discuss pressing issues affecting workers and other societal groups.
- Tamil Nadu CM Vijay to hold consultative meeting with post-poll alliance partners on July 1
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay will hold a consultative meeting with post-poll alliance partners on July 1. The meeting is significant due to the disintegration of the DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance following the 2026 Assembly poll debacle.
- Vijay directs Collectors, SPs to tackle crimes effectively, act without political interference
The T.N. Chief Minister, Vijay, has directed Collectors and SPs to effectively tackle crimes, particularly drug trafficking and the plunder of natural resources, ensuring no wrongdoers escape swift and impartial punishment without political interference.
- Tamil Nadu CM Vijay wishes all new buses have AC facilities: Transport Minister
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay wishes all new buses to have AC facilities, as reported by the Transport Minister.
- Tamil Nadu CM Vijay launches Pulse Polio Immunisation Campaign in Chennai
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay launches the Pulse Polio Immunisation Campaign in Chennai. The initiative aims to immunize children against polio.
- BJP criticises Vijay for not meeting families of ammonia leak victims
BJP criticises Vijay for not meeting families of ammonia leak victims.
- Tamil Nadu CM Vijay flags off 300 new buses
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay inaugurated 300 new buses and rode one of the Perambur-bound buses after paying exact change for the ticket, according to officials.
- I am in people’s hearts, says Stalin in response to Tamil Nadu CM Vijay’s ‘where’s your father’ jibe
Stalin responds to Tamil Nadu CM Vijay's comment about his father, stating his legacy will endure through his implemented schemes. The former CM claims his name will remain as long as these initiatives exist.
- Tamil Nadu CM Vijay opposes proposed disinvestment of Centre’s equity in NLC India Ltd.
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay opposes the proposed disinvestment of the Centre’s equity in NLC India Ltd. He argues that public sector enterprises, particularly those supported by a host state, should remain under government ownership and control.
- Who is Jagadish Palaniswamy? A look at Tamil Nadu CM Vijay’s close aide and Private Secretary
Jagadish Palaniswamy, a close aide and film producer to Tamil Nadu CM Vijay, was appointed as his Private Secretary and heads a talent management company.
- VCK wants CM Vijay to reconsider gold ring scheme
VCK is urging Chief Minister Vijay to reconsider the gold ring scheme. Vijay's remarks in the Assembly, which appeared to mock the electoral loss of former CM Stalin in Kolathur, were criticized by Thirumavalavan as undignified for the Chief Minister's office.
- T.N. CM Vijay hands over appointment orders to over 400 TNPSC recruits
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay hands over appointment orders to over 400 recruits selected through the Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC). The appointments mark a significant administrative action in the state's recruitment process.
- TVK government is clear on political opposition to and administrative cooperation with the Centre, says Vijay
Vijay states his party remains ideologically opposed to the ruling party at the Centre while affirming administrative cooperation. The party will not oppose the Centre blindly.
- Watch: Tamil Nadu Assembly will soon turn into a film set: Udhayanidhi takes a shot at CM Vijay
Tamil Nadu Assembly will transform into a film set, as Udhayanidhi criticizes Chief Minister Vijay. The comment highlights a political disagreement between the two figures.
- T.N. Chief Minister Vijay’s close aide Jagadish Palanisamy appointed as CM’s Private Secretary
Jagadish Palanisamy, a film producer and close aide of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay, was appointed as the CM's Private Secretary on May 12, two days after Vijay took office.
- Ammonia leak: Committee to inspect hazardous industries in Tamil Nadu
A committee will inspect hazardous industries in Tamil Nadu following an ammonia gas leak that killed five women workers. The Labour Minister made a suo motu statement in the Legislative Assembly, noting that the Chief Minister had ordered the committee's formation.
- VCK urges Vijay to call for all-party meeting on Mekedatu issue
VCK has urged Vijay to convene an all-party meeting regarding the Mekedatu issue. The CPI(M), AIADMK, and PMK criticized the Assembly's resolution for procedural non-compliance.
- Anbumani welcomes TVK government’s assurance on Social Justice Survey
Anbumani expressed approval of the TVK government's commitment to the Social Justice Survey, noting that previous Chief Ministers, including M.G.R. and M.K. Stalin, had not fulfilled this demand over 46 years, but it is now feasible under Vijay's administration.
- If a large church is proposed in vicinity of a temple, mala fide intentions cannot be ruled out: Madras High Court
The Madras High Court stated that mala fide intentions cannot be ruled out if a large church is proposed near a temple. A lawyer claimed fundamentalist organisations have become emboldened in Tamil Nadu following the change of government head by CM Vijay.
- HD KSOE executives meet T.N. CM Vijay on proposed ₹38,000-crore shipbuilding project in Thoothukudi
HD KSOE executives met Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay to discuss a proposed ₹38,000-crore shipbuilding project in Thoothukudi. The Chief Minister assured the government would provide necessary support for the project's execution.
- Senior executives of various banks call on Tamil Nadu CM Vijay
Senior executives from various banks met with Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay. The meeting involved discussions between banking leaders and the state's top political figure.
- Tamil Nadu CM Vijay orders establishment of 231 new electricity substations at ₹15,032 crore
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay orders the establishment of 231 new electricity substations at a cost of ₹15,032 crore and the appointment of 15,058 workers for repair and maintenance activities.
- Tamil Nadu CM Vijay inaugurates two-day training programme for MLAs
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay inaugurates a two-day training programme for MLAs. Former Assembly Secretaries and officials will train the MLAs on the Assembly's Rules of Procedure and government department functions. Speaker J.C.D. Prabhakar highlighted that 146 MLAs are first-time legislators, many of whom are young.
- When will Tamil Nadu CM Vijay break his silence, asks DMK leader Stalin
DMK leader Stalin questioned Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay about his silence on concerns regarding children's safety. He wondered if the CM expected him to remain silent for six months despite the issue.
- Tamil Nadu CM Vijay ‘shops’ AIADMK MLAs, alleges Stalin
DMK President Stalin accuses Tamil Nadu CM Vijay of 'shopping' AIADMK MLAs and urges democratic forces to question what the MLAs received for joining TVK.
- Tamil Nadu Today: CM Vijay plays chess with Praggnanandhaa
Chief Minister Vijay of Tamil Nadu played chess with Praggnanandhaa. The event was highlighted in the Tamil Nadu Today newsletter by The Hindu.
- Tamil Nadu Today: CM Vijay holds thanksgiving meeting in Tiruchi
The Tamil Nadu Today newsletter from The Hindu highlights that Chief Minister Vijay held a thanksgiving meeting in Tiruchi. The article serves as a guide to major news stories for the day.
- Tamil Nadu Today: CM Vijay calls on PM Modi in maiden meeting
The Tamil Nadu Today newsletter from The Hindu reports that Chief Minister Vijay met with Prime Minister Modi in their first meeting. The article highlights this as a significant political development.