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"No Interest In National Politics": Siddaramaiah Declines Rajya Sabha Offer
"The high command told me to 'Go Rajya Sabha' but I have said 'no' to it. I have no interest in national politics. I will be in active politics," said Siddarmaiah
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Why Is Vijay Called 'Thalapathy', Mammootty 'Mammukka'? Breaking Down South Stars' Iconic Nicknames
In South India, the biggest superstars don't have fans, but they have devotees, supporting them on and off screen. Their nicknames reflect the affection their admirers have for them
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"I'm Jealous Of Vijay": Pawan Kalyan Quips He Roamed Streets For 15 Years
Vijay, who launched his party TVK in 2024, secured 108 seats and became the largest party in 2026 Tamil Nadu elections.
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Kerala Poll Chief Named VD Satheesan's Secretary, Opposition Flags 'Hypocrisy'
While the CPI(M) alleged that the move raises serious questions over the credibility of the recent Assembly elections, the BJP accused the Congress of being a "hypocrite."
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VD Satheesan, Not KC Venugopal. Why Congress Picked The Man It Had To
VD Satheesan is a six-time MLA from the Paravur constituency in Kerala's Ernakulam district, was backed by Congress ally IUML, and was widely seen as the 'people's choice' to be the new chief minister of Kerala.
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Karnataka Revokes 2022 Order, Allows Hijab, Sacred Thread In Schools
The fresh order formally revokes the earlier directive that had required strict adherence to uniforms without religious symbols, a move that had sparked a political flashpoint centred on the wearing of the hijab.
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Vijay Appoints Astrologer His Political Adviser, "Unacceptable," Say Allies
Pandit, known for his dual role as an astrologer and a spokesperson for the TVK, has been a close aide to the leadership during the recent electoral campaign.
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"Comrades... No Banners, Posters, Please": Vijay's TVK Makes Appeal
If followed, and enforced where it is not, the diktat is a welcome change in a political environment that sees public spaces as free-for-all branding opportunities, with larger-than-life posters of senior leaders or local reps often dotting the citys
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'Wagging Your Tails At Ruling Party': AIADMK's Sharp Jab As Rebels Inch To TVK
The AIADMK dominated Tamil politics from 2006 to 2021 - party icon and ex-chief minister J Jayalalitha wrote the script for that success - but fell away after she died in December 2016.
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Tamil Nadu Government Formation Highlights: Vijay Meets Allies To Rally Support As Row Erupts Over Astrologer's Appointment
Vijay's oath ceremony, which took place on Sunday, came after four days of protracted political negotiations after his party received an unprecedented mandate that split open the binary politics that Tamil Nadu has been witnessing for over 50 years
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"Join Me": PM Modi Responds To Revanth Reddy's Plea For Telangana Project
PM Modi assures Centre's support for Telangana's growth and urges political unity
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Meet S Keerthana, The Youngest MLA In Vijay's Cabinet Who Speaks 5 Languages
Before entering politics, Keerthana worked as a political consultant and digital campaign strategist
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Vijay Oath Ceremony Highlights: "I'm Like Your Son, Your Brother," Vijay Tells Supporters After Taking Oath
Vijay Oath Ceremony LIVE Updates: Vijay, the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief, now has the support of 120 MLAs.
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In Tamil Nadu Political Chaos, A 1997 Pramod Mahajan Speech Finds Relevance
The speech, delivered on April 11, 1997, during discussions on the survival of Prime Minister HD Deve Gowda's United Front government, is remembered not just for its sharp observation but also for its humour.
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AIADMK-DMK Tie-Up Buzz Amid Vijay Suspense: What's Next For Tamil Nadu?
Vijay's TVK won 108 seats in the April election but fell 10 short of majority, the scenario leading to chaos in Tamil Nadu as the actor tries to rally the extra numbers while his rivals - the DMK and AIADMK - plot a historic alliance to keep him out
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"No Interest In National Politics": Siddaramaiah Declines Rajya Sabha Offer
"The high command told me to 'Go Rajya Sabha' but I have said 'no' to it. I have no interest in national politics. I will be in active politics," said Siddarmaiah
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Why Is Vijay Called 'Thalapathy', Mammootty 'Mammukka'? Breaking Down South Stars' Iconic Nicknames
In South India, the biggest superstars don't have fans, but they have devotees, supporting them on and off screen. Their nicknames reflect the affection their admirers have for them
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"I'm Jealous Of Vijay": Pawan Kalyan Quips He Roamed Streets For 15 Years
Vijay, who launched his party TVK in 2024, secured 108 seats and became the largest party in 2026 Tamil Nadu elections.
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Kerala Poll Chief Named VD Satheesan's Secretary, Opposition Flags 'Hypocrisy'
While the CPI(M) alleged that the move raises serious questions over the credibility of the recent Assembly elections, the BJP accused the Congress of being a "hypocrite."
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VD Satheesan, Not KC Venugopal. Why Congress Picked The Man It Had To
VD Satheesan is a six-time MLA from the Paravur constituency in Kerala's Ernakulam district, was backed by Congress ally IUML, and was widely seen as the 'people's choice' to be the new chief minister of Kerala.
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Karnataka Revokes 2022 Order, Allows Hijab, Sacred Thread In Schools
The fresh order formally revokes the earlier directive that had required strict adherence to uniforms without religious symbols, a move that had sparked a political flashpoint centred on the wearing of the hijab.
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Vijay Appoints Astrologer His Political Adviser, "Unacceptable," Say Allies
Pandit, known for his dual role as an astrologer and a spokesperson for the TVK, has been a close aide to the leadership during the recent electoral campaign.
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"Comrades... No Banners, Posters, Please": Vijay's TVK Makes Appeal
If followed, and enforced where it is not, the diktat is a welcome change in a political environment that sees public spaces as free-for-all branding opportunities, with larger-than-life posters of senior leaders or local reps often dotting the citys
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'Wagging Your Tails At Ruling Party': AIADMK's Sharp Jab As Rebels Inch To TVK
The AIADMK dominated Tamil politics from 2006 to 2021 - party icon and ex-chief minister J Jayalalitha wrote the script for that success - but fell away after she died in December 2016.
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Tamil Nadu Government Formation Highlights: Vijay Meets Allies To Rally Support As Row Erupts Over Astrologer's Appointment
Vijay's oath ceremony, which took place on Sunday, came after four days of protracted political negotiations after his party received an unprecedented mandate that split open the binary politics that Tamil Nadu has been witnessing for over 50 years
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"Join Me": PM Modi Responds To Revanth Reddy's Plea For Telangana Project
PM Modi assures Centre's support for Telangana's growth and urges political unity
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Meet S Keerthana, The Youngest MLA In Vijay's Cabinet Who Speaks 5 Languages
Before entering politics, Keerthana worked as a political consultant and digital campaign strategist
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Vijay Oath Ceremony Highlights: "I'm Like Your Son, Your Brother," Vijay Tells Supporters After Taking Oath
Vijay Oath Ceremony LIVE Updates: Vijay, the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief, now has the support of 120 MLAs.
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In Tamil Nadu Political Chaos, A 1997 Pramod Mahajan Speech Finds Relevance
The speech, delivered on April 11, 1997, during discussions on the survival of Prime Minister HD Deve Gowda's United Front government, is remembered not just for its sharp observation but also for its humour.
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AIADMK-DMK Tie-Up Buzz Amid Vijay Suspense: What's Next For Tamil Nadu?
Vijay's TVK won 108 seats in the April election but fell 10 short of majority, the scenario leading to chaos in Tamil Nadu as the actor tries to rally the extra numbers while his rivals - the DMK and AIADMK - plot a historic alliance to keep him out
