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DMK mouthpiece Murasoli criticized Congress and Rahul Gandhi for alleged lack of gratitude after the party left the DMK-led alliance. The editorial highlighted DMK chief M K Stalin's role in forming the INDIA bloc and supporting Congress's inclusion, despite opposition from other leaders. Murasoli also accused Congress members close to Gandhi of targeting the DMK government.

A faction within AIADMK, led by S.P. Velumani and C. Ve. Shanmugam, has announced support for the ruling Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam government. This move intensifies pressure on party general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami amid the ongoing leadership tussle following the party's electoral setbacks.

In a dramatic turn of events, the TVK party from Tamil Nadu has sought intervention from the Supreme Court, requesting that the Governor extend an invitation to their chief, Vijay, to take the reins of governance. While TVK stands as the largest faction with 108 seats, it still doesn't meet the 118-seat threshold for a majority.

DMK MP Kanimozhi has requested Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla to change parliamentary seating arrangements, moving DMK MPs away from Congress. This follows the end of their two-decade alliance in Tamil Nadu after the recent poll results. The DMK accused Congress of betrayal for supporting another party to form the government, warning of widespread electoral consequences.

C Joseph Vijay will be sworn in as Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister on Sunday at 10 am. He secured the required majority with support from Congress, CPI, CPM, VCK, and IUML. The governor has directed Vijay to seek a vote of confidence in the assembly by May 13.

On Sunday, C Joseph Vijay will officially be inaugurated as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, leading a cabinet of 11 MLAs. Governor R V Arlekar has challenged Vijay to solidify his majority by May 13. With backing from Congress, VCK, IUML, and Left factions, Vijay is set to establish a reliable government, effectively avoiding the need for upcoming elections.

With TVK possessing the support of 120 MLAs, Vijay is expected to form the govt soon. The governor is likely to invite Vijay to form the govt. The date for the swearing-in ceremony will be announced officially by the governor.

Actor-politician Vijay's TVK party emerged as the single-largest force in Tamil Nadu, winning 108 seats. Despite this, Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar has paused an invitation to form the government, citing an "unestablished majority." This has triggered a constitutional showdown, with legal experts debating the governor's discretionary powers and the necessity of a floor test before an invitation.

Tamil Nadu's government formation remains uncertain after the 2026 assembly election, with actor Vijay's TVK emerging as the single largest party but falling short of a majority. Hectic parleys are underway as TVK seeks support from smaller parties like VCK and CPI, while DMK and AIADMK deny alliance talks.

Zoho co-founder Sridhar Vembu has called for fresh elections in Tamil Nadu, advocating for strict enforcement against "cash for votes." He believes actor-politician Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) has a clear mandate and should form the government, suggesting new polls would result in a "super majority" for the party.

A victory for the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam(DMK)-led front would be read primarily as an endorsement of the ruling party’s leadership. Chief minister MK Stalin remains the central figure in the state’s political battle, and governance credit is expected to accrue largely to his party. For Congress, which continues as a junior partner in the alliance, such an outcome would ensure representation and continuity, but not necessarily greater political ownership.

The Vijay-led TVK party's tally surged to 120 after securing support from VCK and IUML, following earlier backing from Congress, CPI, and CPM. IUML cited the public's expectation for a democratic government and the need to prevent political instability and President's Rule in Tamil Nadu.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay's government won a trust vote with 144 MLAs supporting it. Following the victory, Vijay penned an open letter to the public, criticizing the opposition DMK for attempting to undermine his administration. He highlighted his party's electoral performance and commitment to secular values, while accusing the DMK of hypocrisy in coalition politics.

Gobichettipalayam, a constituency in Tamil Nadu's Erode district, has historically favored the AIADMK. In the 2016 elections, AIADMK's K A Sengottaiyan won by 11,223 votes. He had also secured victory in 2011 and 2006, demonstrating a consistent electoral dominance for the party in the region.

Jamal Mohamed Younoos. Y.N of Indian National Congress won the Mayiladuthurai constituency with a margin of 10845 votes. He garnered 68011 votes, while Pattali Makkal Katchi candidate Palanisamy. A M.COM. came second with 57166 votes.

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.

Mega movie star "Thalapathy" Vijay's party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), has emerged as a significant force in Tamil Nadu politics, disrupting the DMK and AIADMK's dominance. While TVK secured triple-digit leads in early trends, it fell short of a majority, prompting debate on structural shifts versus celebrity appeal and raising questions about Vijay's solo political path.

Madhar Badhurudeen of TVK has clinched the Madurai Central seat in the 2026 elections, unseating DMK's Palanivel Thiaga Rajan and AIADMK's Sundar C. This marks a shift in the constituency's political landscape, which has seen DMK victories in recent years. The broader Tamil Nadu election battle intensifies with key parties focusing on welfare, law and order, and identity politics.

Andipatti, a constituency with a rich political legacy, is gearing up for a fierce electoral battle. Recent results show a close contest between DMK and AIADMK. The upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections will witness a triangular fight, with key issues like welfare, law and order, and identity politics dominating the campaign discourse.

Madurai South, a closely contested urban seat, saw MDMK's M. Boominathan win in 2021 under the DMK banner. Previously, AIADMK's S. S. Saravanan secured victory in 2016, and CPI(M)'s R. Annadurai in 2011.

The BJP's ambition to expand in Tamil Nadu faced a setback as actor Vijay's party, TVK, emerged as the single largest party, disrupting the Dravidian dominance. A leadership vacuum and identity clashes, including the three-language policy, hindered the BJP's prospects, while TVK successfully captured anti-DMK sentiment.

Udhagamandalam, a key constituency in Tamil Nadu's Nilgiris district, has seen a close electoral battle between the INC and AIADMK. In 2016, R Ganesh of INC triumphed over AIADMK's Vinoth by over 10,000 votes. This followed a 2011 win for AIADMK's Budhichandhiran against INC's R Ganesh. The results highlight a dynamic political landscape with shifting voter allegiances.

Akhilesh's remark was in the backdrop of the Congress snapping ties with ally DMK in Tamil Nadu and extending support to actor Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), which has added to rancour in the INDIA bloc. The 2026 assembly elections in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal have cast a foreboding shadow on the NDA's rival bloc as Mamata and Stalin were two powerful regional leaders in the anti-BJP camp.