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The DRIP is being implemented in phases to improve dam safety and operational performance.

The Tamil Nadu government ordered a major reshuffle of IPS officers, transferring several senior officials to key intelligence, CID, and special branch positions. The move aims to strengthen internal security, intelligence coordination, and investigative efficiency across sensitive policing units in the state

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay’s TVK-led government won its first confidence motion in the Assembly with 144 votes in favour. The vote saw opposition walkouts, AIADMK divisions, and political tensions amid allegations of defections and claims of instability

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay ordered closure of 717 TASMAC liquor outlets, including shops near temples, schools and bus stands, amid growing prohibition demands. Opposition Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam dismissed the move as a publicity stunt, questioning the government’s sincerity and intent behind the decision

Shiv Sena UBT’s Saamana editorial claimed Tamil Nadu saw a political shift as Vijay’s TVK formed government, ending DMK–AIADMK dominance. It highlighted slim majority concerns, central influence, and early welfare measures, while noting challenges for stability, governance, and fiscal discipline

Chennai is set to receive Krishna water from May 15 after maintenance-related suspension by Andhra Pradesh Water Resources Department. The inflow will boost reservoir levels ahead of summer demand, strengthening city water security under the inter-state Krishna water-sharing agreement

The Supreme Court refused to interfere with the Madras High Court order directing a Central Bureau of Investigation probe into an alleged Rs 397-crore transformer procurement scam involving former Tamil Nadu minister V Senthil Balaji, asking that the investigation proceed independently without influence

Actress Trisha Krishnan shared a cryptic social media caption a day after Vijay’s swearing-in as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister. The actress attended the ceremony in Chennai, while Vijay’s party, TVK, emerged as the single largest party in the Assembly elections.

TVK leader C Joseph Vijay became Tamil Nadu’s Chief Minister after forming a coalition government following a hung Assembly verdict. Congress secured two Cabinet berths, marking its return to Tamil Nadu’s government after over 55 years alongside support from Left parties and allies

Vijay’s Tamil Nadu government unveiled sweeping welfare and reform schemes, including electricity subsidies, women’s safety force, and anti-drug units, but faced criticism over eligibility limits and fiscal feasibility amid claims of high state debt and ambitious manifesto commitments

Vijay unveiled a nine-member Tamil Nadu Cabinet blending veteran politicians, young leaders, professionals and strategists. The line-up includes experienced figures like K. A. Sengottaiyan alongside first-time MLA S. Keerthana, signalling generational and political inclusivity

Vijay launched three major schemes after assuming office, including free electricity support, a women’s safety force called ‘Singa Pen’, and anti-narcotic task forces across Tamil Nadu. The measures were introduced as part of TVK’s key election promises

Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar has appointed TVK chief C Joseph Vijay as the new Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. Vijay will take oath on Sunday at Nehru Stadium in Chennai

AIADMK chief Edappadi K. Palaniswami congratulated winning candidates and parties after the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections as uncertainty over government formation persisted. Vijay-led TVK continued efforts to secure majority support, while allegations of forged support letters and horse-trading intensified the political deadlock.

Speculation over President’s Rule in Tamil Nadu intensified as the deadlock over government formation continued amid allegations of horse-trading, forged support letters and missing MLAs. TVK remains short of the majority mark, while hectic political negotiations continue ahead of the government’s term ending.

Vijay met Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar after securing Left party support to stake claim for government formation. With backing from Congress and Left allies, TVK’s tally has risen close to the majority mark

Third-gender candidates failed to secure victories in the recent Assembly elections, with only two contesting in Kerala and Tamil Nadu and both forfeiting deposits. However, voter participation among third-gender electors remained notable, especially in Puducherry and West Bengal, according to Election Commission of India data

T K S Elangovan said DMK will wait until May 10 deadline set by Governor for C. Joseph Vijay to form government in Tamil Nadu. He ruled out immediate decisions on alternative alliances, including support to AIADMK, amid ongoing political uncertainty

The CPI extended unconditional support to C. Joseph Vijay-led TVK for government formation in Tamil Nadu. With 108 seats, TVK fell short of majority after the April 23 polls and seeks backing from allies to reach 118

With TVK falling 10 seats short of a majority in Tamil Nadu, CPI, CPI(M), and VCK are deliberating support for Vijay’s party amid concerns over ideology, alliance dynamics, and BJP’s possible influence. Congress has backed TVK, while Governor’s delay in inviting Vijay sparked protests