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Chief Minister Vijay rejigs bureaucracy
By Chennaivision on May 10, 2026

Dr P. Senthilkumar, IAS, Additional Chief Secretary to the Government of Tamil Nadu, Health and Family Welfare Department, has been transferred and posted as Additional Chief Secretary/ Secretary-I to the Chief Minister. Tmt G.Laxmi Priya, IAS, Secretary to Government, Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department, is transferred and posted as Secretary-II to the Chief Minister The Government has declared that… Continue reading "Chief Minister Vijay rejigs bureaucracy"
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Vijay takes oath as Tamil Nadu CM: PM Modi, Kharge, Stalin, Kamal Haasan, congratulate
By Chennaivision on May 10, 2026

Actor-turned-politician Vijay has officially stepped into a new role, taking oath as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu in a grand ceremony attended by prominent figures from cinema and public life. Held at Chennai’s Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, the moment marked a significant shift in the state’s political landscape. The oath-taking ceremony witnessed a notable turnout, with familiar faces from the… Continue reading "Vijay takes oath as Tamil Nadu CM: PM Modi, Kharge, Stalin, Kamal Haasan, congratulate"
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Free power, drug free society, white paper of DMK govt’s finances: CM Vijay’s first moves
By Chennaivision on May 10, 2026

Newly sworn-in Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay on Sunday outlines his first set of key decisions after taking oath in Tamil Nadu, marking the beginning of his government’s policy direction. The measures include 200 units of free electricity for households, the formation of a special anti-drug task force, and a dedicated force for women’s protection. These decisions are among the… Continue reading "Free power, drug free society, white paper of DMK govt’s finances: CM Vijay’s first moves"
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Vijay highlights key priorities in first speech as Tamil Nadu CM
By Chennaivision on May 10, 2026

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay on Sunday promised accountable and transparent governance in his first public address after taking oath, assuring the people that he would not fail them in the responsibility entrusted to him. Addressing party cadre and supporters after the swearing-in ceremony, the TVK chief said his government would focus on women’s safety, curb drug sales… Continue reading "Vijay highlights key priorities in first speech as Tamil Nadu CM"
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TVK founder C. Joseph Vijay takes oath as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister
By Chennaivision on May 10, 2026

Founder of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), C. Joseph Vijay, was sworn in as the Chief Minister this morning. The swearing-in ceremony was held at Nehru Indoor Stadium at 10 AM. State Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar administered the Oath of Office and Secrecy to Mr Vijay. Along with him, nine Ministers were also sworn in. Among those who took oath as… Continue reading "TVK founder C. Joseph Vijay takes oath as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister"
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TVK chief Vijay appointed Tamil Nadu CM, swearing-in set for Sunday at Nehru Stadium
By Chennaivision on May 9, 2026

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief C. Joseph Vijay is officially set to become the state’s next Chief Minister. The appointment was formalized Saturday evening after Vijay met with Governor RV Arlekar at Raj Bhavan to stake his claim. The Governor, who reportedly canceled a scheduled trip to Kerala to facilitate the transition, issued an official invitation for Vijay to form… Continue reading "TVK chief Vijay appointed Tamil Nadu CM, swearing-in set for Sunday at Nehru Stadium"
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Rain brings relief to Chennai residents
By Chennaivision on May 9, 2026

After days of intense summer heat, sudden rainfall brought much-needed relief to Chennai. Several parts of the city experienced moderate showers accompanied by thunder, leading to a noticeable drop in temperature. The unexpected rain cooled down the scorching conditions that had been troubling residents. People who were struggling with the harsh midday heat found the weather far more pleasant following… Continue reading "Rain brings relief to Chennai residents"
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TVK leader Vijay’s bid to form government delayed amid majority crisis
By Chennaivision on May 9, 2026

TVK leaders and supporters believed they were close to forming the government in Tamil Nadu. For most of the day, they said they had support crossing the required 118-seat majority mark. According to their calculations, the backing of Congress, CPI, CPI(M), and expected support from VCK and IUML was enough to take them past the majority line. The mood in… Continue reading "TVK leader Vijay’s bid to form government delayed amid majority crisis"
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ECI lifts Model Code of Conduct in Assam, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Puducherry
By Chennaivision on May 8, 2026

The Model Code of Conduct (MCC), which was in force in Assam, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Keralam and Puducherry and states where Assembly by-elections were held, has been lifted. In a communication to the Union Cabinet Secretary, State Chief Secretaries and the Chief Electoral Officers, the Election Commission said as the results of the Assembly elections in these States and… Continue reading "ECI lifts Model Code of Conduct in Assam, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Puducherry"
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Rumours of DMK-AIADMK joining hands to counter Vijay-Congress
By Chennaivision on May 8, 2026

Hours after Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam chief Vijay met Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar and staked his claim to form a government as leader of the single largest party, speculation about a possible alignment between the two major Dravidian rivals, the DMK and the AIADMK, reached fever pitch. Unconvinced by the TVK’s numbers, which still need at least six more… Continue reading "Rumours of DMK-AIADMK joining hands to counter Vijay-Congress"

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