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Chief Minister Vijay inaugurated several completed projects in the Nilgiris. The event highlights new developments in the region.

The Namakkal Kavignar Maaligai, which currently houses government departments and accommodates senior IAS officers, will become the new office location for Tamil Nadu CM Vijay. Currently, Vijay works from the 17th-century Fort St. George Secretariat.

Vijay chaired a meeting of the State Council for Development of SCs/STs to review measures aligned with the government’s 'Vetri Tamilagam' vision. The focus was on ensuring allocated welfare funds for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes reach intended beneficiaries.

Vijay inaugurates various completed projects across Tamil Nadu, including those under Health and Family Welfare, Housing and Urban Development, Municipal Administration and Water Supply, and Higher Education Departments.

The Vijay-led TVK government in Tamil Nadu is set to present its first budget. The budget is expected to include significant announcements focused on youth and women.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister requested to defer a visit to Bengaluru, as stated by Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar. The meeting was postponed to discuss matters after the situation in Cauvery improves.

Premallatha Vijayakant urges Vijay to visit Karnataka on August 3. She is leading the party's protests against a proposed dam in Karnataka.

Chief Minister Vijay has announced cash awards for athletes from Tamil Nadu who won medals at the Commonwealth Games.

Kasimedu fishermen are requesting Chief Minister Vijay to retrieve seven boats seized by Andhra Pradesh police. The incident involves a dispute between fishermen and law enforcement over the captured vessels.

CPI leader R. Mutharasan urged Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay to organize an all-party meeting to address the Cauvery issue and meet the Prime Minister in New Delhi on behalf of Tamil Nadu political parties.

DMK chief Stalin urged Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay to convene an all-party meeting on the Cauvery dispute. Stalin stated that a legal battle is necessary to address the denial of Tamil Nadu's rightful share of Cauvery water.

Palaniswami criticizes Vijay for his silence regarding Shivakumar's refusal to release water. The issue centers on water release decisions.

Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has requested Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay to postpone his visit to Bengaluru, stating the current atmosphere is not conducive. The request is linked to the ongoing Cauvery water dispute.

Tamil Nadu Minister Nirmalkumar stated there is no official decision on Chief Minister Vijay's proposed visit to Karnataka for Cauvery discussions. The CM is consulting stakeholders and experts on the Mekedatu issue.

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay takes a Metro Rail ride with the public and reviews the phase-II project, visiting the Operational Control Centre at Nandanam station to learn about the network.

Karnataka is preparing for a possible visit by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay. Deputy Chief Minister G. Parameshwara mentioned the visit could be on August 3, but the schedule remains unconfirmed.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay hands over appointment orders to 126 recruits selected by the Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC). The appointments follow the standard recruitment process for government positions.

Vijay’s proposed visit to Bengaluru has sparked public interest in similar diplomatic efforts from the mid-1980s. Chief Minister M.G. Ramachandran sent Ministers to Bengaluru in 1986 and 1987 to request water release for paddy crops during the samba cultivation season.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay is requesting Prime Minister Narendra Modi's intervention in the Mekedatu issue and has also called for the withdrawal of a reply provided by the Union Minister of State for Jal Shakti in the Rajya Sabha.

Orders have been issued to relocate Chief Minister Vijay's office to Namakkal Kavignar Maligai. Chief Secretary M. Sai Kumar cited space constraints and administrative considerations as reasons for the move.

PMK leader Anbumani Ramadoss advised Tamil Nadu CM Vijay to avoid direct talks with Karnataka CM on the Mekedatu dam issue. He suggested an all-party meeting to reach a unanimous decision instead.

CM Vijay aims to hold direct talks with Karnataka to address the Cauvery water-sharing issue. The initiative seeks to resolve disputes over water distribution between the two states.

M.K. Stalin urged Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay to abandon discussions with Karnataka, stating the visit would only allow the government to claim it made a direct effort to resolve issues.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay proposes a meeting with Karnataka's D.K. Shivakumar to discuss the Cauvery water issue. Tamil Nadu is estimated to be entitled to at least 3,000 million cubic feet more water despite deficient monsoon rainfall.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay’s office is set to relocate to Namakkal Kavignar Maaligai due to space constraints cited as the primary reason for the move.

The bail plea of a Vilathikulam DMK MLA was dismissed by the court. The prosecution argued the accused issued a serious threat to Chief Minister Vijay, justifying the rejection.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay advocates for the scrapping of NEET and condemns the detention of Rahul Gandhi in New Delhi. He described the detention of opposition leaders in Delhi as 'anti-democratic'.

Director H. Vinoth discusses his upcoming film 'Jana Nayagan' starring Vijay, who is the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, highlighting the actor's support during challenging production periods and reflecting on the film's success despite an online leak.

The Tamil Nadu government has appointed V. Siva as Chairman of the T.N. Housing Board. Mr. Siva is TVK’s North Chennai district secretary and was responsible for the Perambur Assembly constituency where Mr. Vijay was elected.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay holds a consultation on the Mekedatu issue. The meeting addresses concerns related to the Mekedatu project, a topic of regional significance.

Chief Minister Vijay requested Ford to resume production operations in Tamil Nadu. A delegation led by Ford’s vice-president, Matthew Godlewski, met with the CM in Chennai on July 20, 2026.

Chief Minister Vijay inspected a Bio-CNG plant located in Chetpet. The visit highlights focus on renewable energy infrastructure.

Vijay chairs a Cabinet meeting in Tamil Nadu ahead of the Budget. The Hindu's Tamil Nadu Today newsletter highlights major news stories.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay visited the Kollur Mookambika temple, reigniting memories of MGR and Jayalalithaa's past visits. MGR had visited the temple seven times by 1985 and continued to do so until his later years, including a trip in January 1987.

The Tamil Nadu government will celebrate the state’s history on both July 18 and November 1. The AIADMK government previously designated November 1 as Tamil Nadu Day, while the DMK government changed the observance to July 18 in 2021.

The Madras High Court removed the names of TVK leaders Vijay and 'Bussy' Anand from a writ petition concerning the appointment of law officers. Justice Mohammed Shaffiq instructed the High Court Registry to exclude their names after the petitioner’s counsel agreed not to pursue the case against them.

Chief Minister Vijay warned his Tamil Nadu Cabinet colleagues about corruption and irregularities in departments. He stated he would take action against those found guilty and no one could later criticize him for it.

The article explores how Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay's political strategy leverages visual and digital approaches. It highlights the role of image management and digital tactics in shaping his political influence.

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay is chairing a Cabinet meeting to discuss Budget announcements. The Cabinet is expected to approve new industrial projects in the state.

Tamil Nadu Governor Arlekar and Chief Minister Vijay paid tribute to Kamaraj and Maraimalai Adigal on their birth anniversaries. Vijay highlighted Maraimalai Adigal's 150th birth anniversary in a social media post.