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Champai Soren says his decision to join BJP in Jharkhand’s interest, will quit JMM

Two sub-inspectors (SIs) of the Special Branch of Jharkhand Police were caught by Soren’s people in a Delhi hotel while they were keeping watch on the ex-chief minister, Sarma claimed.

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Former Jharkhand Chief Minister Champai Soren on Wednesday said that his decision to join the BJP was taken in the interest of Jharkhand and he will resign from the JMM and as Minister.

The senior tribal leader Soren made it clear that he is not afraid of any situation. Soren who met Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi earlier this week and announced joining the BJP reached Ranchi today along with his son and was greeted by a large number of his supporters.

Asked about the allegation that he is under surveillance, the former CM said he is not afraid of any situation and indicated that he will resign from JMM and as minister later on Wednesday.

Earlier in the day, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma alleged that Champai Soren had been under surveillance of his own government’s police for the last five months.

Two sub-inspectors (SIs) of the Special Branch of Jharkhand Police were caught by Soren’s people in a Delhi hotel while they were keeping watch on the ex-chief minister, Sarma claimed.

On Tuesday Champai Soren had asserted that he is joining the BJP to save tribal identity and existence, which is at stake in the state’s Santhal Pargana region due to “rampant” infiltration from Bangladesh.

The senior JMM leader, who briefly held the Chief Minister’s post after Hemant Soren’s resignation, said only the saffron party seems serious over the issue of tribals, while others are indulging in vote bank politics.

In a post on X, Soren said today Bangladeshi infiltration has become a big problem in Santhal Pargana, the holy land of (freedom fighters) Baba Tilka Manjhi and Sido-Kanhu. “What can be more unfortunate than the fact that these infiltrators are occupying the land of the descendants of those heroes who never accepted slavery from the British”, he added, the dignity of our mothers, sisters, and daughters is in danger.

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Vijay removes astrologer from OSD post after political backlash

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay has withdrawn the appointment of his astrologer as Officer on Special Duty following widespread political backlash.

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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has removed his astrologer from the post of Officer on Special Duty (OSD) following strong political criticism over the controversial appointment.

The move comes just days after Vijay appointed his astrologer, Radhan Pandit Vettrivel, to a key position in the Chief Minister’s Office. The decision had triggered immediate backlash from political allies and opposition leaders, who questioned the relevance and appropriateness of appointing an astrologer to an official government post.

According to the report, the appointment drew criticism over concerns related to governance practices and the role of non-administrative figures in official decision-making. Several leaders argued that such a move could send the wrong message in a constitutional framework that emphasizes scientific temper in public administration.

Facing mounting pressure, Vijay has now decided to withdraw the appointment, marking a quick reversal in a politically sensitive matter that had already sparked debate across Tamil Nadu’s political circles.

The astrologer, who was previously seen as a close aide and had reportedly predicted Vijay’s electoral success, had been made OSD shortly after the formation of the government. However, the decision quickly became a point of controversy, forcing the administration to reconsider.

The development highlights the growing scrutiny around key appointments made by the new government and the political challenges facing Vijay in his early tenure as Chief Minister.

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Vijay wins floor test with 144 votes, secures power amid AIADMK split in Tamil Nadu

Vijay secures a decisive floor test victory in Tamil Nadu with 144 votes amid AIADMK split and opposition abstentions.

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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leader C. Joseph Vijay has won a crucial vote of confidence in the state Assembly, securing 144 votes and comfortably crossing the majority mark. The result confirms the stability of his government following a politically charged floor test marked by shifting loyalties and opposition abstentions.

DMK walkout and aiadmk abstention shape vote dynamics

The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) walked out of the Assembly ahead of the vote with its 59 MLAs, while the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK), led by Edappadi K. Palaniswami, abstained from voting with its 47 MLAs.

This absence from two major opposition blocs significantly influenced the final numbers in the confidence motion.

144 votes secure majority for tvk government

Vijay’s government received support from 144 lawmakers in the 234-member Tamil Nadu Assembly, comfortably above the required majority mark. Only 22 members voted against the motion, while five MLAs chose to abstain.

The outcome ensures that the TVK-led government retains power, at least for now, in a politically fragmented Assembly.

25 aiadmk mlas break ranks to support vijay

A major political development emerged during the voting, with 25 AIADMK MLAs defying party leadership and voting in favour of Vijay’s government. This internal rebellion highlights a widening rift within the AIADMK and raises questions about its future cohesion under Palaniswami’s leadership.

The split has added a new dimension to Tamil Nadu politics, where cross-voting played a decisive role in shaping the final result.

Vijay calls victory a mandate for change

After the results were announced, Vijay described the outcome as a turning point, stating that his party symbol had “changed history.” He indicated that the TVK government would function as a minority administration focused on safeguarding the rights of all sections of society.

Political implications of a fractured opposition

While the floor test has secured Vijay’s position as chief minister, the deeper political story lies in the fragmentation of the opposition, particularly within the AIADMK. The emergence of rebel MLAs supporting TVK signals potential long-term realignments in Tamil Nadu’s political landscape.

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Vijay appoints astrologer Radhan Pandit as OSD, sparks criticism from allies

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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has appointed astrologer and TVK spokesperson Radhan Pandit Vettrivel as Officer on Special Duty (OSD) to the Chief Minister, a move that has sparked criticism from allies and opposition leaders.

Radhan Pandit, who had publicly predicted a major electoral victory for Vijay and the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, has been considered a close aide of the Chief Minister during the party’s election campaign.

The appointment drew sharp reactions from leaders within the Congress and Left parties. Congress MP Sasikanth Senthil questioned the decision in a post on X, asking why an astrologer required an OSD position in government.

Leaders from the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) and CPI(M) also criticised the move, arguing that such appointments go against the principles of scientific temper and secular governance.

According to reports, Radhan Pandit was among the first people to visit Vijay’s residence after TVK’s strong performance in the assembly elections. He has also been associated with the party as a spokesperson and political commentator.

The controversy comes amid rapid political developments in Tamil Nadu following the formation of the new TVK-led government.

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