Jayamma Chinnegowda, mother of Kannada actors Vijay Raghavendra and Sriimurali, died on June 16 due to age-related health issues. A film producer herself, she was married to S.A. Chinnegowda and part of a prominent film family with ties to Dr. Rajkumar's family.
Kerala Chief Minister VD Satheesan strongly criticized the Vice-Chancellors of Kerala, Mahatma Gandhi, and Malayalam universities for attending an event with RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, calling their presence a "grave lapse" and demanding an apology.
CPI(M) leader MA Baby criticized Congress MP Rahul Gandhi's comments at the INDIA bloc meeting, stating Gandhi should not facilitate ED/Modi govt actions by demanding opposition arrests, rather than hugging political rivals like Pinarayi Vijayan.
DMK president M.K. Stalin accused Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay's government of functioning as a 'xerox copy' of the BJP, alleging attempts to weaken the opposition by inducting AIADMK MLAs. Stalin also criticized the government's handling of women's safety issues and the alleged involvement of ruling party functionaries in recent crimes.
Kerala Opposition Leader Pinarayi Vijayan criticized Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, stating his political approach weakens the INDIA alliance and benefits the BJP. Vijayan noted that other non-Congress parties also raised objections during a meeting regarding the Congress's stance.
Vijay Kumar, of Indian origin, pleaded not guilty to the murders of his wife Meenu Dogra and three other relatives in Georgia. His defense claims self-defense against alleged threats and extortion from the wife's family.
Tamil Nadu CM C Joseph Vijay met PM Narendra Modi, seeking release of pending central funds, exemption from NEET, and a second AIIMS. He also urged protection for fishermen and support for flood mitigation and space manufacturing.
Tamil Nadu CM C. Joseph Vijay awarded R. Praggnanandhaa Rs 50 lakh and a memento for winning the Norway Chess tournament, becoming the first Indian to achieve this feat.
All-rounder Vijay Shankar has announced his retirement from Indian domestic cricket and the IPL. He expressed acceptance and gratitude for his career, which included representing India, winning titles with Tamil Nadu, and a long IPL stint. Shankar plans to continue playing in overseas leagues.
The Apprentice winner Karishma Vijay shared her struggles with body image and mental health, citing exhaustion from balancing business success, personal life changes, and public demands. She admitted to neglecting her wellbeing despite professional achievements.
Tamil Nadu CM C Joseph Vijay stated the state's political landscape is now solely between his TVK party and the DMK, accusing the latter of 'family politics'. He vowed transparency and commitment to state rights and secularism.
Tamil Nadu CM C Joseph Vijay urges PM Modi to halt Karnataka's Mekedatu dam project without consent from Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Puducherry, citing legal and farmer concerns.
Tamil Nadu CM Joseph Vijay met PM Narendra Modi, thanking him for retrieving the Anaimangalam copper plates. Vijay sought clarification from the Union home ministry to allow Tamil Thai Vazhthu to be sung at government functions before the national anthem, and opposed Karnataka's Mekedatu dam project citing violation of the Cauvery Water Disputes Tribunal and Supreme Court verdict.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has conducted raids at 10 locations linked to former Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan and others in the CMRL monthly payment case, following a Kerala High Court order allowing the investigation to proceed.
Three AIADMK MLAs resigned from the Tamil Nadu Assembly and joined the ruling TVK party, sparking accusations of 'horse-trading' from DMK and AIADMK leaders. Speaker JCD Prabhakar accepted the resignations, reducing AIADMK's strength and necessitating by-elections.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru face Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026 Qualifier 1. GT assistant coach Vijay Dahiya anticipates a close contest, highlighting strong batting and bowling units. Key players like Kohli, Gill, and Sudharsan are expected to be crucial.
Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru face Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026 Qualifier 1. GT assistant coach Vijay Dahiya anticipates a close contest, highlighting the importance of bowling and key players like Kohli, Gill, and Sudharsan. The match is set for Dharamsala.
Tamil Nadu CM C Joseph Vijay met with experts to discuss legal measures against Karnataka's proposed Mekedatu dam, a project opposed by Tamil Nadu and deemed contrary to a Supreme Court verdict.
Vijay's final film before entering politics, 'Jana Nayagan', is reportedly targeting a June 19 release. The movie faced delays due to censor certificate issues and an online leak, but fans anticipate its release around Vijay's birthday.
Tamil Nadu CM C Joseph Vijay ordered a swift investigation into the abduction and murder of a 10-year-old girl in Coimbatore, assuring severe punishment for those involved in crimes against women and children. Two arrests have been made.
Tamil Nadu CM C Joseph Vijay received a special gift: a cricket bat signed by Virat Kohli, presented by MRF officials. Photos of Vijay with the bat went viral, drawing praise from fans. This follows a gift of a "TN 07 CM 2026" number plate from the film GOAT.
Two groups of youths, led by childhood friends Lingamaneni Rohit (19) and Bolla Om (21), engaged in a violent car ramming incident in Vijayawada over a woman. The dispute escalated from WhatsApp messages to a physical confrontation involving cars and weapons, with police suspecting drug influence.
Indian all-rounder Vijay Shankar has retired from domestic cricket and the IPL, concluding a career that included 12 ODIs and 9 T20Is, and a spot in the 2019 World Cup squad. He aims to explore new opportunities in the game.
In India's democracy, fractured election results often lead to governors becoming key arbiters in government formation. The recent Tamil Nadu election saw actor-politician Vijay's party emerge as the single largest, but short of a majority, highlighting the constitutional grey zone regarding the governor's discretion in inviting parties to form a government.
