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A major political shift unfolds in Tamil Nadu as actor-turned-politician Vijay’s party, TVK, records a historic breakthrough in the assembly elections. The result marks a significant change in the state’s political landscape, signalling the rise of a new regional force and a challenge to established parties.

Vijay, who ruled the millions of hearts with his performance on screen, has made his debut in the world of politics with an outstanding win in the Assembly elections in Tamil Nadu.

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The shape of the upcoming government in the state remains unclear as TVK will need an alliance or support from other parties to reach the halfway mark in the Assembly.

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Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu has been holding consultations in limited and tightly controlled security forums. He has also instructed his ministers not to comment publicly on Iran. The renewed Iranian missile fire toward the Gulf on Monday accelerated preparations and potential escalation.

At a high-stakes Pentagon briefing, U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and General Dan Caine accused Iran of repeated aggression, including attacks on ships and forces. While tensions remain high in the Strait of Hormuz, officials said actions are still “below the threshold” of full war. The U.S. stressed defensive operations but warned Iran against further escalation.

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The 2026 results show a polarised landscape. Congress broke its 10-year Kerala drought with 30 Muslim MLAs winning under the UDF. However, in Assam, Congress faced criticism as 18 of its 20 winners were Muslim, leading rivals to claim the party has transitioned into a "Muslim League".

Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 bring a major political shift as actor Vijay’s party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), emerges as the single largest party. This unexpected surge signals a new era in Tamil Nadu politics, challenging established players and reshaping the state’s political landscape. What led to TVK’s rise? How will this impact government formation? Get complete analysis, seat breakdown, and reactions from key leaders.

From ruling screen to becoming the strongest candidate and is set to be the next CM of Tamil Nadu, Vijay's journey to the world of politics is the one thing that everyone is talking about. Amidst all this, a scene from his 2024 movie GOAT has gone viral. Read to know why.

The shape of the upcoming government in the state remains unclear as TVK will need an alliance or support from other parties to reach the halfway mark in the Assembly.