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politics 49d ago Chennai

Pension Scheme Restoration Promised

A promise was made to restore a pension scheme, according to the source. The full scope of the promise was not detailed as the broadcast was cut off.
AIR Chennai Tamil
politics 50d ago Chennai

DMK Spokesperson Demands Proof Of Majority

DMK spokesperson TKS Elangovan stated it is the duty of the largest party to prove its majority. DMK leader MK Stalin does not want a constitutional crisis, according to the report. The statement follows a legislative party meeting involving the AIADMK and DMK.
AIR Urdu Service
politics 52d ago Chennai

TVK Party Secures Second Largest Assembly Position In Tamil Nadu

The TVK party, which holds 108 Assembly constituencies, is 11 seats short of the 118-seat majority required in Tamil Nadu. The party is currently in discussions with other political groups to form a government.
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politics 52d ago Chennai

VK Leader Seeks To Form New Government

VK leader Josub Vijay is scheduled to meet Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Harlekar to claim the right to form a new government. The party reportedly requires the support of ten additional legislators to secure a majority in the state assembly.
AIR Chennai Tamil
politics 52d ago Chennai

Tamilaga Vetri Kadagam Forms Government In Tamil Nadu

The Tamil Nadu Victory Kadagam (TVK) party, led by actor-turned-politician C. Joseph Vijay, has become the single largest party in Tamil Nadu. The party won 108 seats in the recent election. Newly elected TVK legislators formally elected Vijay as their leader during a legislative party meeting at the party headquarters. The source noted that cabinet members are likely to be sworn in on May 9th. The resignation occurred near Chennai. Outgoing Chief Minister M.K. This event was previously reported. Young people are active on the forefront of innovation and creation, standing firm in economic development, and fighting on the front lines of factories. The announcement follows the BJP's sweeping victory in the West Bengal assembly elections. The report notes the emergence of TVK as a dominant political force in the state.
AIR Urdu Service
economy 52d ago Chennai

Indian Cabinet Approves Cotton Productivity Mission

Shivakshan stated that the cabinet has launched a mission to maintain the entire cotton supply chain from factories to foreign shores. The initiative aims to establish Kasturi Cotton in proper markets to benefit 3.2 million farmers. The target is to double cotton productivity to reach 498 units to ensure India meets its complete domestic demand and becomes self-reliant. The Union Cabinet has approved a mission aimed at increasing cotton productivity. A farmer received a subsidy of 1,000 yuan for raising 30 chickens. Separately, the Indian Cabinet approved a semiconductor plant expansion. The mission is based in Chennai. This mission aims to enhance cotton production across the country. Subsidies are available for raising chickens, with 1000 yuan offered for raising over 30 birds.
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politics 52d ago Chennai

M.K. Stalin Submits Resignation

Outgoing Chief Minister MK Stalin has submitted his resignation to the Governor, which has been accepted. The resignation follows the party's electoral debut. Newly elected TVK leaders formally elected Mr Vijay as the leader during a leadership meeting at the party headquarters in Panayur near Chennai. In Kerala, the Congress-led UDF is holding informal discussions regarding government formation.
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politics 53d ago Chennai

C. Joseph Vijay Elected Leader Of Tamilaga Vetri Kadagam

Joseph Vijay has been selected as the legislative party leader for Tamil Vetri Kazhagam in Tamil Nadu. Joseph Vijayan, a former actor turned politician, as their leader today. The report was filed by Smith M. Palluruthy from Thiruvananthapuram. The party is currently in Kerala as officials prepare to send a letter claiming the right to form the government. The decision followed the party's recent electoral performance. The announcement was made on Tuesday. The election marks a transition for Joseph from the film industry to a formal political leadership role within the party. Newly elected TVK legislators formally elected Mr. Vijay as their leader in a legislative party meeting at the party headquarters in Panayur near Chennai. Outgoing Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has submitted his resignation.
AIR Urdu Service
politics 53d ago Chennai

Mohanan Defeats Kadannapally In Kerala Election

MK Stalin, leader of the DMK, was defeated in the Kolathur seat by BS Babu of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam party. The victory margin was 8,795 votes. In the broader election results, the DMK has won 56 seats, while the AIADMK has won 45 seats.
AIR Urdu Service
politics 54d ago Chennai

TVK Party To Claim Tamil Nadu Government Formation

The TVK party is leading early trends with 82 seats, ahead of the DMK's 45 seats. The All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) also participated in the election. Major UDF leaders have reportedly been elected with clear majorities across the state. The Left Democratic Front (LDF) saw the CPI(M) secure 26 seats and the CPI secure 8 seats. Despite having no seats in the assembly, the BJP secured three seats. In Puducherry, the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) returned to power with 30 members, achieving a comfortable majority of 18 seats. Joseph Vijay's party, Tamilagavetri Kadagam (TVK), emerged as the single largest party in its first contested election. The party won 108 seats in the 234-member assembly, falling 10 seats short of a majority required to form a government. Joseph Vijay won seats in both Perambur and Tiruchirappalli.
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