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Chennai's representation in the state cabinet has been bolstered with the induction of two new MLAs, bringing the total number of ministers from the city to six. The expanded cabinet now comprises 33 ministers, with two berths potentially reserved for coalition partners. This marks a significant development with Congress MLAs joining the ministry for the first time.

The Tamil Nadu Lok Bhavan has announced portfolio allocations for the new cabinet. Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay will lead the government. He has retained key departments. Other ministers have been assigned portfolios including finance, health, and education. This marks a significant administrative development for the new government.

As part of the reshuffle, Vijay retained the Poverty Alleviation portfolio and reassigned the Women Welfare department, previously held by him, to newly inducted minister K Jegadeshwari. Congress leaders S Rajesh Kumar and P Viswanathan have been allotted the Tourism and Higher Education portfolios, respectively. Another TVK minister, Mohamed Farvas, has been allocated the Labour Welfare and Skill Development portfolio.

C Joseph Vijay was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu by Governor R V Arlekar on Sunday morning. Several of his party colleagues also took the oath as ministers. The event, which began with 'Vande Mataram' instead of 'Tamil Thaai Vaazhthu', saw the presence of Rahul Gandhi and other notable figures.

AIADMK faces a deepening internal conflict as senior leaders C Ve Shanmugam and S P Velumani convened a meeting with MLAs, reportedly garnering significant support. This gathering occurred concurrently with a separate district secretaries meeting led by Edappadi K Palaniswami.

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Following the governor’s response, Vijay held discussions with his legal team and senior leaders at his Foreshore Estate residence on Thursday on the possibilities of moving court for directions for a floor test in the Assembly if delay continued.

Newly sworn-in Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay initiated a shift in political civility by visiting DMK president M K Stalin and other opposition leaders at their homes. This gesture of political courtesy, a first since 1967, aimed to foster cooperation across party lines after a campaign focused on change.

TVK leader Vijay is set to take charge of Home and Public Administration portfolios. Key party members are slated for significant roles, including Public Works, Municipal Administration, and Prohibition Enforcement. Other trusted aides are expected to handle Electricity and Commercial Taxes. Congress is likely to secure two ministerial positions, with a junior minister post also considered.

C. Joseph Vijay was sworn in as the new Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on Sunday, marking a significant political shift. Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Vijay and assured continued central government support for the state's welfare. Vijay's party, TVK, secured victory in the 2026 elections, ending the dominance of Dravidian parties.

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Puducherry Chief Minister N. Rangasamy resigned from his post following the recent Assembly election results, where the NDA retained power. Rangasamy, a veteran leader and founder of AINRC, has served multiple terms as Chief Minister. His resignation marks another significant moment in Puducherry's evolving political landscape.

Rangasamy, who has been the longest-serving chief minister of Puducherry, presented a letter of support from the legislative assembly members demanding the right to form the government. The letter has been sent for the President's approval.

AIADMK faces internal turmoil following a significant electoral defeat in Tamil Nadu, with divisions surfacing over leadership and potential support for the new TVK government. MLAs arrived in separate groups for the assembly, highlighting a visible rift and raising questions about the party's future cohesion and relevance.

C Joseph Vijay was sworn in as Tamil Nadu's 9th Chief Minister, marking a historic shift from the DMK and AIADMK dominance. He pledged "real secularism and social justice," immediately signing orders for free electricity and establishing task forces for women's safety and anti-narcotics.

TVK has been leading in 109 constituencies and is on its way towards single largest majority (118 seats are required for forming majority).