After storming Tamil Nadu, Vijay’s political wave has reached Puducherry as well. The TVK-led alliance opened its account with 2 seats, one from TVN and another from NMK. This early success reflects growing influence beyond Tamil Nadu as counting continues.
In a remarkable political debut, Rhevanth Charan, executive director of Rohini Silver Screens, secured a decisive MLA victory representing Vijay’s TVK. His win marks a powerful crossover from cinema to politics, signaling a fresh and historic chapter in Tamil Nadu’s evolving political landscape.
Auto driver Vijay Damu scripted a sensational victory from Royapuram, defeating the DMK candidate with a massive 14,000 vote lead. A die hard supporter of Vijay from the very beginning, his journey from streets to Assembly is inspiring. His win reflects the growing wave and emotional connect among common people in Tamil Nadu politics today.
In a stunning upset, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Stalin lost from Kolathur to TVK candidate V.S. Babu, dealing a major blow to the DMK. However, there was some relief for the party as his son Udhayanidhi Stalin secured a lead in Chepauk, keeping hopes alive.
Surprisingly, as counting reaches the halfway mark, both Stalin and his son Udhayanidhi are trailing or facing a tough fight against TVK candidates. In Chepauk, Udhayanidhi is leading by just 800 votes, while Stalin is trailing by 4,500 votes, emerging as the biggest shock.
In a significant political development, the RG Kar Hospital victim’s mother, Ratna Debnath, is leading in West Bengal’s Panihati constituency by over 5,000 votes. Her campaign, centered on justice and women’s safety, has struck a chord with voters, making this contest highly emotional and closely watched.
Actor Nani congratulated Vijay during the Tamil Nadu results, but his message carried a deeper layer. Referring to “our home,” Nani subtly hinted at Pawan Kalyan’s journey. His admiration for such victories once again reflected his enduring affection and respect for Pawan, sparking discussions among fans. The post quickly went viral across social media platforms.
While many expected the BJP to open its account in double digits along with AIADMK as part of the NDA alliance in Tamil Nadu, the Vijay wave has disrupted those hopes, with the BJP currently leading in just one seat.
Actor Trisha Krishnan was seen arriving at TVK chief Vijay’s residence in Chennai, creating a buzz amid the tense counting day. The visit grabbed attention as TVK surged ahead, leading in 106 out of 234 seats, adding more curiosity around both political developments and the timing of her appearance. VIDEO
In Puducherry’s lone Telugu-majority constituency, Yanam, N.R. Congress candidate Malladi Krishna Rao secured a clear victory. He defeated Congress rival Gollapalli Ashok by 4,568 votes. Out of 35,840 votes polled, Malladi received 19,863, while Ashok managed 15,295 in the closely watched contest.
In a disturbing incident in Krishnagiri, a 28-year-old devoted supporter of actor-turned-politician Vijay attempted suicide after hearing rumours of his electoral defeat in early stages. The man slit his throat before vote counting began and was rushed to hospital. Surprisingly now, Vijay is set to become CM.
Bollywood actress Huma Qureshi is reportedly set to marry longtime partner Rachit Singh later this year, with reports claiming the wedding may happen in October The couple is said to be planning an intimate ceremony followed by a grand reception. However, neither Huma nor Rachit has officially reacted to these reports yet.
Kanukuntla Rajender, brother of lyricist Chandrabose, died after collapsing on a road in Kalikiri. Earlier, he complained of illness and underwent an ECG. After his death, relatives noticed skin peeling on his hand, raising doubts. Police clarified it was due to diabetes and delay in shifting the body.
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy says the state can get additional 3000 Crore revenue just if Government employees do their duty properly. "Just bring those evading taxes into the Tax net. Correct those who are paying less taxes than they ought to. We can not increase taxes. Can get 3000 Crore every month if you do your duty properly," he said.
A Telugu-origin individual, Krishna Vemula, has been arrested in Forsyth County, Georgia for the charges of battery / family violence. Detailed information of the charges have not yet been made public. The case is in the early stages, and additional details are expected as the investigation progresses.
India’s 2026 elections have triggered a massive underground betting market, with over ₹25,000 crore reportedly wagered via platforms like Polymarket. Using VPNs, crypto wallets, and fake polls, users bypass Indian laws where election betting is illegal. Authorities now fear these prediction markets could distort public perception and influence democratic processes.
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has denied claims that UIDAI will remove names and addresses from Aadhaar cards and print only QR. Calling the reports baseless, officials urged citizens not to believe social media rumours and to rely only on official announcements to avoid confusion.
A woman from Annamayya district released a distress video from Muscat, alleging abuse by her employer. She claimed she was locked in a room, denied food, and physically assaulted. Fearing for her life, she appealed to Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan for help. Authorities are expected to respond.
Samantha and Naga Chaitanya were seen at the same Narang Family wedding reception in Hyderabad. They arrived separately with their partners, Raj Nidimoru and Sobhita Dhulipala.
Mumbai Indians’ struggles deepened in IPL 2026 after another heavy defeat to Chennai Super Kings. Captain Hardik Pandya admitted it’s “not our season” as MI suffered yet another loss. CSK dominated comfortably, boosting their playoff hopes, while MI’s inconsistent form continues to hurt their chances of making it to the knockout stage.