India Politics Highlights | Vijay to be sworn in as chief minister at 10am

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | VCK to decide on TVK support today

VCK to hold press meet today at 10 am.

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | Visuals from TVK headquarters in Chennai amid ongoing political developments in the state

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | Power may delay, but cannot suppress people's verdict: Manickam Tagore

Congress MP Manickam Tagore on Friday alleged that political opponents who lost public support are now trying to stop TVK chief Vijay from becoming the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu despite the people's mandate.

In a post on X, Tagore wrote, "Those who were defeated by the people are once again rearing their heads and attempting to prevent Mr Vijay from becoming Chief Minister. How many more obstacles are they going to create against the people's democratic choice? Power may delay the people's verdict, but it can never suppress it forever. This struggle for the people's rights and justice will continue. "

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | Visuals from VCK office

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | TVK supporters gather outside the party office

VK supporters are gathered outside the party office, rooting for Vijay to take oath as Tamil Nadu CM. A party supporter from Coimbatore says, "I am confident that Thalapathy will cross this current barrier and become Tamil Nadu CM," reports ANI.

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | AIADMK MLAs from Tamil Nadu staying at a private resort in Puducherry head back to Chennai

Indian Politics LIVE Updates |TVK State women wing coordinator says Vijay Anna is a great Ambedkar supporter

Dr Spoorthi Arun, State women wing coordinator, TVK, says," Vijay Anna is a great Ambedkar supporter. He is fighting for social justice. Thirumavalavan Anna is the same. We are requesting that he support TVK. We are here to request the same. It is still in the talks, and we are here for that. Given our (VCK and TVK) ideologies are on the same lines, I think it is a very strong support system if both parties come together," reports ANI.

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | Five Congress MLAs not in Bengaluru, says Karnataka DCM DK Shivakumar: Report

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | Governor’s conduct seems aimed at preventing an alternative government, says Congress Rajya Sabha MP Pramod Tiwari

On Tamil Nadu political turmoil, Congress Rajya Sabha MP Pramod Tiwari says, "... Their main objective is that, with AIADMK’s support, a government can be formed. The Governor’s conduct seems aimed at preventing an alternative government, but such moments are part of politics. Many times ministers have been removed from the council, and I still recall occasions when we stood united against the BJP and its allies. Patience is needed. Today, the Congress Party, true to its principles, is working as a secular force to ensure that the BJP does not form a government directly or indirectly," reports ANI.

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | VCK press meet may be held at 11 am or at 2 pm: Report

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | AMMK chief files plaint against TVK over 'forged' support letter

The AMMK has lodged a complaint with the Guindy police against the TVK, alleging the use of a “forged” support letter to stake claim for government formation, police said on Saturday (May 9, 2026). According to Guindy police, a petition has been received from AMMK General Secretary T T V Dhinakaran.

However, officials confirmed that no First Information Report (FIR) has been registered in the matter as of Saturday (May 9, 2026) morning.

The development followed a high-drama midnight visit by Dhinakaran to the office of the Assistant Commissioner of Police, Guindy Range.

(PTI)

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | TVK chief Vijay expected to meet VCK President Thol Thirumavalavan

Police deployed at VCK office, Ashok Nagar, as TVK chief Vijay is expected to arrive here to meet VCK President Thol Thirumavalavan, ANI reported.

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | Decision on Kerala CM likely in 24 hours, says Congress leader Muraleedharan

As lobbying intensifies among the three top contenders for the chief minister’s post, senior Congress leader K Muraleedharan on Saturday said the party high command was likely to take a final decision on Kerala’s next CM within 24 hours.

(PTI)

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | AIADMK leaders arrive at the residence of Edappadi K Palaniswami

AIADMK leaders arrive at the residence of AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami in Chennai.

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | VCK expected to declare support to TVK today

The VCK, a long-time ally of the Left parties, is expected to announce its support to the Vijay-led TVK on Saturday by following the stand of the communist parties.

The Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi chief Thol Thirumavalavan has already announced that his party's decision would align with the decision of the Left parties that have already extended their support to the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam in government formation.

TVK MLA-designate Marie Wilson has expressed confidence that his leader Vijay would become Chief Minister soon.

(PTI)

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | 'Meetings will begin only in evening': Keralam Congress President Sunny Joseph on deciding CM name

Over meeting on deciding name for Keralam CM, Keralam Congress President Sunny Joseph says, "The meetings will begin only in the evening. I had noticed all the demonstrations. When I arrived yesterday, I received a warm welcome," reported ANI.

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | Tamil Nadu’s politics is very volatile, says Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut

On Tamil Nadu political turmoil, Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut says, "... Tamil Nadu’s politics is very volatile. Rahul Gandhi has spoken openly about it, saying that to stop the NDA government, we must make decisions. I believe gradually the matter will be resolved," reports ANI.

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | VCK will emerge as central force, says Vanni Arasu

VCK leader Vanni Arasu on Saturday said his party will emerge as a significant political entity holding the central position.

His cryptic remark comes amidst TVK chief Vijay likely to meet Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi chief Thol Thirumalavalan today to seek the Dalit party's support in forming the new government.

In a post on 'X', VCK deputy general secretary Vanni Arasu said "even if one tries to marginalise or alienate us, we will emerge as a central force", indicating that VCK will be a deciding factor.

(PTI)

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | We will not allow Governor’s rule; we stand for people's rule, says VCK MLA Vanniyarasu

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | PMK founder Ramadoss urges TN Guv to invite TVK to form govt

PMK founder Ramadoss on Saturday said given the extraordinary political climate in Tamil Nadu, the governor should immediately invite the Vijay-led TVK, which stands as the single largest party in the state, to form the government.

"It is the duty of everyone to bow to the people's verdict. This process must not be delayed. An invitation should be extended immediately," he said in a statement here.

(PTI)

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | VCK keeps Vijay waiting; to announce decision on TVK support at 4 pm

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | CPI(M) general secretary M A Baby holds press conference

CPI(M) General Secretary MA Baby says, "Our MLAs are supporting formation of govt by TVK. Now, VCK was also supposed to send a letter of support, which has not gone out yet," reports ANI.

He added, "For now we believe in Vijay, he has assured to stand against communal forces; mandate of Tamil Nadu people must be followed."

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | Tamil Nadu Congress MLAs shift to Hyderabad as TVK seeks numbers to form govt

With uncertainty continuing over government formation in Tamil Nadu, five Congress MLAs from the state were camping in Hyderabad on Saturday in an apparent move by the party to prevent any poaching attempts.

Congress MLA P Viswanathan from Melur, who was formerly the AICC in-charge of party affairs in Telangana, was leading the group of five MLAs during their stay in Hyderabad, party sources said.

(PTI)

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | Vijay CM or not? EPS drops cryptic post congratulating 'party that will form the govt'

AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami congratulated the party that will form the government in Tamil Nadu.

In a post on X, he said, “In the 17th Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly elections that have concluded successfully, candidates from various parties have contested and emerged victorious. I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the party that will form the government in Tamil Nadu."

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | Ex-IPS officer moves SC against TN governor's refusal to invite Vijay to form govt

An ex-IPS officer moved the Supreme Court on Saturday, challenging Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar's refusal to invite TVK chief C Joseph Vijay to form the government despite his party winning the highest number of seats.

The plea was filed by IPS M Ramasubramani (retd), who served as an Additional Director General of Police and the Inspector General of Police. His plea argued that the governor's decision amounts to an unconstitutional determination of a majority outside the Assembly.

(PTI)

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju says DMK's request for fresh seating arrangements in Parliament will be arranged for

"MP Kanimozhi and others have made a demand. The Parliament is not in session right now; however, we will arrange seating as per their request," Rijiju said.

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | VCK extends unconditional support to TVK

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | Vijay leaves from his residence in Chennai

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi Palaniswami had a meeting with party MLAs at his house in Chennai

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | Kerala Congress President Sunny Joseph to meet national President Mallikarjun Kharge over CM race

"I am going for a discussion before the AICC president. I am going to Kharge ji's house. There we will have a discussion and the decision will be announced by the high command," Joseph said.

CIndian Politics LIVE Updates | Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala arrives at party president Mallikarjun Kharge’s residence

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | VCK and TVK cadres gather before VCK office in Chennai

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | 'Victory,' says TVK leader Aadhav Arjuna

Aadhav Arjuna shows a letter from VCK 'extending support' to TVK on govt formation

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | TVK supports cheer after VCK extends its suppor to form the government in Tamil Nadu.

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | Vijay set to become Tamil Nadu CM

TVK leader Arjuna thanks Cong, Left, VCK chief Thirumavalavan for support.

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | VCK's letter of support to TVK

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | TVK supports celebrate after VCK extends its support

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | IUML, with 2 MLAs, declares support to TVK to form govt; Vijay's party now has support of 120 MLAs

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | After securing numbers to form government, Vijay leaves for Lok Bhavan to meet governor

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | VCK chief Thirumavalavan addresses a press conference in Chennai

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | Vijay returns to his residence as Governor denies appointment for meeting

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | Supporting TVK to form govt, to prevent President's rule, says VCK chief Thol Thirumavalavan in Chennai

Political crisis in TN should not become cause for implementing President's rule: VCK chief Thirumavalavan in Chennai

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | Took long term vision into account, decided to extend unconditional support to TVK: Thirumavalavan

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | We are still in DMK's alliance: VCK chief Thirumavalavan

"Took independent decision as political party during crisis," Thirumavalavan said.

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | Vijay to meet Tamil Nadu governor at 6:30 pm

TVK chief Vijay leaves from his residence in Chennai.

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | DMK chief MK Stalin thanks Left parties, VCK; slams Congress

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | VCK chief explains arrangement with TVK and DMK

"We have decided like CPI and CPI(M) - only for forming the Govt, no other commitments. We extended our support without any participation in the ministry. We have to extend unconditional support to Vijay to form his Govt. So, we have given a support letter to TVK to attain the magic number...We are still with the DMK-headed alliance. But we have independence, liberty to decide based on this political crisis. So, this is our stand. First, VCK will not be an obstacle to forming the Govt by Joseph Vijay. Second, we don't allow the implementation of the President Rule in Tamil Nadu. For these two reasons, we have decided to extend our outside support," Thol Thirumavalavan said.

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | IUML chief talks about support to TV, while being in alliance with DMK

"We contested the elections in Tamil Nadu under the leadership of DMK - Secular Progressive Alliance... Along with IUML. All other allies have given their support for the formation of the government in Tamil Nadu. In pursuance of that policy pursued by other allies, IUML has also extended its support for the formation of the government in Tamil Nadu under the leadership of TVK... Yes, we have discussed this (with MK Stalin). We discussed everything yesterday also," Kader Mohideen said.

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | Meeting at AICC chief Mallikarjun Kharge's residence in Delhi with Kerala Congress leaders concludes

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | V D Satheesan says there is no delay in deciding Kerala CM

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | State in-charge Deepa Dasmunshi says Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi will take final decision on Kerala CM

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | All Congress MLAs sign one-line resolution authorising high command to make final decision: Kerala in-charge Deepa Dasmunshi

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | Tamil Nadu Governor R V Arlekar appoints TVK chief C Joseph Vijay as Chief Minister.

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | Swearing-in of Council of Ministers to be led by Vijay will be held in Chennai on Sunday at 10 am

TN Guv Arlekar directs CM-designate Vijay to seek confidence vote on or before May 13.

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | Rahul Gandhi to attend Vijay's swearing-in ceremony in Chennai on Sunday

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | TVK Chief Vijay leaves from his Pattinapakkam residence in Chennai

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | TVK chief Vijay reaches his Neelankarai residence

Indian Politics LIVE Updates | TMC elects Sobhandeb Chattopadhyay as Leader of Opposition in West Bengal

Asima Patra and Nayna Bandyopadhyay to be the Deputy Leaders of Opposition.

India Politics LIVE Updates | Prez Murmu appoints Rangasamy as Puducherry CM

President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday appointed N Rangasamy as the chief minister of Puducherry, according to a government notification.

"The President is pleased to appoint N Rangasamy as the chief minister of the union territory of Puducherry with effect from the date he is sworn in," the notification from the Ministry of Home Affairs said.

Following the notification, Lieutenant Governor K Kailashnathan has invited Rangasamy to form the government, official sources said.

India Politics LIVE Updates | TMC names Sobhandeb Chattopadhyay as leader of opposition in West Bengal assembly

The TMC on Saturday appointed Ballygunge MLA Sobhandeb Chattopadhyay as the leader of opposition in the West Bengal assembly.

In a statement, the party announced that Dhanekhali MLA Asima Patra and Chowrangee legislator Nayna Bandyopadhyay would serve as deputy leaders of the opposition.

Kolkata Port MLA Firhad Hakim was appointed chief whip in the assembly.

India Politics LIVE Updates | I will continue my political journey with AMMK chief TTV Dinakaran: MLA Kamraj

Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026 | Vijay to take oath as Chief Minister on May 10

Governor R V Arlekar will administer the oath of office and secrecy to Vijay at 10 am at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium here on May 10.

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India Politics LIVE Updates | Leader of Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi arrives at IGI Airport as he heads to Tamil Nadu