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Vijay

Tracked across 56 events · 579 articles · First seen Sep 27, 2025 · Last active May 28, 2026

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Impact: Vijay, a popular actor and politician, was holding a rally for his political party, India — Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, which led to a deadly stampede. This event negatively impacts his public image and political campaign.
Sep 27, 2025 · 12 articles
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Business
Impact: Vijay's 2016 film 'Theri' is being re-released, providing a positive event for his fans amidst delays for his upcoming film 'Jana Nayagan'.
Jan 10, 2026 · 6 articles
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Domestic
Impact: Vijay, as the chief of India — Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, is being questioned by the United States — Federal Bureau of Investigation regarding the India — Karur stampede, which could significantly impact his political career and public image.
Jan 06, 2026 · 41 articles
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Domestic
Vijay has been sworn in as the new Chief Minister of India — Tamil Nadu, marking a significant political shift after his party, India — Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, won 108 seats in the 2026 Assembly…
Impact: Vijay has been sworn in as the new Chief Minister of India — Tamil Nadu, promising a transparent government, a white paper on state finances, and new policies including free power and women's safety initiatives.
May 10, 2026 · 6 articles
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Domestic
Vijay, chief of India — Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, took oath as the 13th Chief Minister of India — Tamil Nadu on Sunday, marking a significant political transition in the state. His party, founded in 2024,…
Impact: Vijay took oath as the 13th Chief Minister of India — Tamil Nadu, marking a new era in the state's politics and promising honest governance.
May 10, 2026 · 8 articles
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Domestic
Vijay has been sworn in as the new Chief Minister of India — Tamil Nadu, leading the India — Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, which achieved a historic victory in the 2026 Assembly elections. Immediately after taking…
Impact: Vijay has been sworn in as the new Chief Minister of India — Tamil Nadu, leading the India — Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, and has initiated a political debate by claiming the previous India — Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam government left the state with a large debt.
May 10, 2026 · 8 articles
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Domestic
Vijay was sworn in as the Chief Minister of India — Tamil Nadu on Sunday, May 10, marking a historic political shift as the first non-India — Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam, non-India — Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam…
Impact: Vijay was sworn in as the Chief Minister of India — Tamil Nadu, leading the first non-DMK, non-AIADMK government in 60 years. He promised transparent governance and signed orders for free electricity and women's safety.
May 10, 2026 · 6 articles
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Domestic
Vijay was sworn in as the Chief Minister of India — Tamil Nadu on Sunday, May 10, 2026, leading the first non-India — Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam, non-India — Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam government in 60 years.…
Impact: Vijay was sworn in as the Chief Minister of India — Tamil Nadu, leading the first non-DMK, non-AIADMK government in 60 years. His leadership is expected to guide governance with ideals of self-respect and social justice.
May 10, 2026 · 6 articles
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Domestic
The 17th India — Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly convened for its first session on May 11, following the historic electoral victory of the India — Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) party. Vijay, the TVK chief, was…
Impact: Vijay, leader of India — Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, was sworn in as the 13th Chief Minister of India — Tamil Nadu, marking a significant political transition.
May 10, 2026 · 16 articles
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Domestic
Vijay, the chief of India — Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, was sworn in as the Chief Minister of India — Tamil Nadu. During the oath-taking ceremony, he attempted to deliver an unscripted oath speech, making hand…
Impact: Vijay was sworn in as the Chief Minister of India — Tamil Nadu, attempting to deliver an unscripted oath speech and later announcing welfare schemes.
May 10, 2026 · 6 articles
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Domestic
Vijay was sworn in as the new Chief Minister of India — Tamil Nadu after the India — Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam achieved a historic win in the state elections, becoming the single largest party. He…
Impact: Vijay was sworn in as the new Chief Minister of India — Tamil Nadu, promising a transparent government and focusing on improving public services. He also accused the previous DMK government of leaving the state with significant debt.
May 11, 2026 · 6 articles
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Domestic
Vijay took oath as the Chief Minister of India — Tamil Nadu on May 10, pledging a new era of secular social justice. His party, India — Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, emerged as the single largest…
Impact: Vijay took oath as the Chief Minister of India — Tamil Nadu, marking a significant political shift and forming a coalition government. He signed three orders related to free electricity, women's safety, and drug menace.
May 10, 2026 · 6 articles
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Domestic
Vijay was sworn in as the Chief Minister of India — Tamil Nadu after his party, India — Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, won the April 23 polls. In his maiden speech, Vijay declared himself the sole…
Impact: Vijay was sworn in as the Chief Minister of India — Tamil Nadu, promising a transparent government and focusing on public welfare. He declared himself the sole 'power centre' in his administration.
May 10, 2026 · 6 articles
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Regulatory
India — Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay, in his first major policy decision after taking office, ordered the closure of 717 Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation (TASMAC) liquor retail outlets. These outlets are located within…
Impact: Vijay, as the Chief Minister of India — Tamil Nadu, initiated the closure of 717 TASMAC liquor retail outlets, fulfilling a key campaign promise and marking his first major policy decision.
May 12, 2026 · 53 articles
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Domestic
Chief Minister Vijay of India — Tamil Nadu, representing the India — Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) government, ordered the closure of 717 government-run TASMAC liquor shops. These shops were identified as violating distance norms by…
Impact: Vijay, as the Chief Minister of India — Tamil Nadu, initiated the closure of 717 TASMAC liquor shops, fulfilling a key election promise and aiming for public welfare.
May 12, 2026 · 6 articles
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Domestic
Vijay, the newly sworn-in Chief Minister of India — Tamil Nadu, has appointed his personal astrologer, Rickey Radhan Pandit Vettrivel, as Officer on Special Duty (Political) to the Chief Minister. This appointment, formalized on May…
Impact: Vijay, the Chief Minister of India — Tamil Nadu, appointed his astrologer Rickey Radhan Pandit Vettrivel as Officer on Special Duty (Political), strengthening his administrative framework.
May 12, 2026 · 8 articles
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Domestic
The India — Tamil Nadu government, under Chief Minister Vijay, initially appointed astrologer Rickey Radhan Pandit Vettrivel as Officer on Special Duty (OSD-Political) to the Chief Minister. This decision sparked immediate and widespread criticism from…
Impact: As the Chief Minister of India — Tamil Nadu, Vijay made the controversial appointment of Rickey Radhan Pandit Vettrivel as OSD, and subsequently revoked it following significant backlash. His government also won a trust vote amidst this controversy.
May 13, 2026 · 20 articles
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Domestic
The India — Indian National Congress has decided to support India — Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam leader Vijay in forming a secular government in India — Tamil Nadu. This decision was made after an urgent meeting…
Impact: Vijay, leader of India — Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, sought the support of the India — Indian National Congress to form a secular government in India — Tamil Nadu. His political future and the formation of the government depend on securing this support.
May 05, 2026 · 6 articles
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Domestic
The India — Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) secured a significant victory in the 2026 India — Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, emerging as the single-largest party with 108 seats. Following this, Vijay took oath as the…
Impact: Vijay became the Chief Minister of India — Tamil Nadu, took the oath, and signed key policy documents, including providing free electricity and forming task forces for safety.
May 12, 2026 · 6 articles
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Domestic
Impact: Vijay is the leader of India — Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) and was addressing a rally in Karur when a stampede occurred, leading to numerous deaths and injuries. This event has significantly impacted his public image and political standing.
Sep 27, 2025 · 15 articles
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Domestic
The NEET-UG 2026 examination, conducted by the India — National Testing Agency, was cancelled due to alleged paper leaks and irregularities, leading to widespread controversy. Vijay, the Chief Minister of India — Tamil Nadu, has…
Impact: Vijay, the Chief Minister of India — Tamil Nadu, has intensified his opposition to the NEET system, demanding its abolition and advocating for Class 12 marks as the basis for medical admissions.
May 13, 2026 · 23 articles
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Domestic
Shravan Rajinikanth held a press conference to address criticisms regarding his post-election meeting with MK Stalin and his reaction to C_Joseph_Vijay becoming Chief Minister of India — Tamil Nadu. Shravan Rajinikanth clarified that his friendship…
Impact: C_Joseph_Vijay became the Chief Minister of India — Tamil Nadu, leading the India — Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam to victory. Shravan Rajinikanth praised his political rise and dismissed allegations of jealousy.
May 17, 2026 · 7 articles
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Domestic
Udhayanidhi Stalin, the Leader of Opposition in India — Tamil Nadu, criticized the newly formed TVK government, led by Vijay, during its floor test. Stalin argued that the TVK government lacked the support of the…
Impact: Vijay is the chief minister leading the TVK government, which won a confidence vote despite opposition criticism regarding its legitimacy and alliances.
May 13, 2026 · 6 articles
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Domestic
Vijay, the Chief Minister of India — Tamil Nadu, has formally requested Prime Minister Narendra Modi to eliminate the 11% import duty on Cotton. This plea comes amidst a severe crisis in India — Tamil…
Impact: As the Chief Minister of India — Tamil Nadu, Vijay urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to remove the import duty on cotton to support the state's textile industry.
May 14, 2026 · 7 articles
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Accidents
Impact: Vijay's political rally in Karur was the site of the deadly stampede, and he pledged 20 lakh rupees to the victims' kin.
Sep 28, 2025 · 8 articles
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Domestic
Impact: Vijay is the leader of India — Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, and his conduct and the party's actions after the Karur stampede have been criticized by the India — Madras High Court.
Oct 08, 2025 · 8 articles
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Domestic
Impact: Vijay is the actor-turned-politician starring in 'Jana Nayagan', which is publicized as his final film before fully entering politics. The film's controversy is closely tied to his political aspirations.
Jan 13, 2026 · 9 articles
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Domestic
Veteran India — Indian National Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar has strongly criticized his party's decision to ally with India — Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam in India — Tamil Nadu, calling it 'dreadful' and 'low political…
Impact: Vijay is the leader of India — Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, which has formed an alliance with the India — Indian National Congress to potentially form a government in India — Tamil Nadu.
May 06, 2026 · 13 articles
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Domestic
The India — Indian National Congress alleged that Meta Platforms — Instagram temporarily blocked a social media post by Rahul Gandhi featuring Vijay, the newly sworn-in Chief Minister of India — Tamil Nadu. The India…
Impact: Vijay, the new Chief Minister of India — Tamil Nadu, was featured in Rahul Gandhi's Meta Platforms — Instagram post that was temporarily blocked, drawing attention to his recent oath-taking ceremony.
May 10, 2026 · 9 articles
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Domestic
Impact: Vijay, an actor-politician, is associated with the India — Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam rally where the Karur stampede occurred. Police attributed the tragedy partly to his seven-hour delay in reaching the venue.
Dec 12, 2025 · 8 articles
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India — Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam leader Vijay C. Joseph Vijay is the founder and chief of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, leadin
India — Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam rival Vijay C. Joseph Vijay, leader of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam and Chief Minister of Ta
India — Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi ally Vijay C. Joseph Vijay, Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu and leader of the TVK, leads a gov
India — Pattali Makkal Katchi political rival Vijay Vijay, leader of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, is a political rival of the Patta
India — Indian National Congress ally Vijay Vijay, the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu and leader of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhag
India — Indian Union Muslim League political ally Vijay Vijay, the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu and leader of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhag
Rahul Gandhi coalition partner Vijay As the newly elected Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Vijay relies on the coalition
Rahul Gandhi coalition partner Vijay Rahul Gandhi's Indian National Congress has formed a crucial political alliance
India — Madras High Court unaffiliated Vijay As Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Vijay's government interacts with the Madras Hi
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