Vijayalakshmi

On their 23rd wedding anniversary, actress Vijayalakshmi Darshan poured her emotions into a heartfelt tribute for her husband, actor Darshan, as she visited him in prison alongside their son. This emotional visit comes at a turbulent time, with fans rallying on social media to send their love and support.

Director-General of Prisons Alok Kumar has vehemently denied rumors of actor Darshan Thoogudeepa attempting suicide in Bengaluru Central Prison, calling them 'completely baseless.' Kumar assured the public that Darshan is well and urged fans to disregard false information.

Actor Darshan Thoogudeepa, facing a murder case, had an emotional jail meeting with his wife Vijayalakshmi and son Vineesh. Despite the reunion, he reportedly did not eat the fruits brought by his family and remained withdrawn afterwards. The meeting occurred after his bail petition was rejected by the Supreme Court.

Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay expanded his cabinet to 33 ministers, with 23 new additions taking the oath. Notably, first-time MLA Marie Wilson was appointed Finance Minister, replacing an experienced predecessor. This marks the first coalition cabinet in Tamil Nadu since independence, with Congress MLAs securing portfolios and a record seven Dalit ministers included.

A hit-and-run investigation in Bengaluru unraveled a murder plot orchestrated by a "rowdy sheeter" and a potato-chip-loving assassin. The duo, along with accomplices, staged an accident to kill a woman and steal Rs 30 lakh from her home. The plan was foiled when neighbors caught one intruder, and CCTV footage revealed the "accident" was a deliberate act.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin expanded his cabinet, inducting Vanni Arasu from VCK and AM Shahjahan from IUML. This move strengthens coalition representation, bringing the total number of ministers to 33. The expansion follows a recent reshuffle, with key portfolios like Finance and Revenue reassigned.

As part of the reshuffle, Vijay retained the Poverty Alleviation portfolio and reassigned the Women Welfare department, previously held by him, to newly inducted minister K Jegadeshwari. Congress leaders S Rajesh Kumar and P Viswanathan have been allotted the Tourism and Higher Education portfolios, respectively. Another TVK minister, Mohamed Farvas, has been allocated the Labour Welfare and Skill Development portfolio.

TVK leader Vijay is set to take charge of Home and Public Administration portfolios. Key party members are slated for significant roles, including Public Works, Municipal Administration, and Prohibition Enforcement. Other trusted aides are expected to handle Electricity and Commercial Taxes. Congress is likely to secure two ministerial positions, with a junior minister post also considered.

Before pan-Indian blockbusters, Rambha effortlessly dominated Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, and Hindi cinema. Known for her glamour and energetic performances, she starred alongside industry giants. Her breakthrough came with 'Sargam', followed by hits like 'Ullathai Allitha' and Bollywood collaborations with Salman Khan. Today, she's a successful businesswoman with a significant net worth.

AIADMK has consistently dominated the Kumarapalayam Assembly constituency in Tamil Nadu's Namakkal district. P. Thangamani secured significant victories in both 2011 and 2016, showcasing the party's strong hold. The DMK remains the primary opposition, highlighting the ongoing two-party political landscape in the region.

AIADMK's Vetrivel S secured a win in Sankari with 87,342 votes, a margin of 9,517. This follows AIADMK's consistent performance in the constituency, with victories in 2016 and 2011. Historically, Sankari has seen shifts between AIADMK and DMK, reflecting evolving voter sentiment in Tamil Nadu.

Veerapandi, a key Tamil Nadu constituency in Salem, consistently sees a direct fight between AIADMK and DMK. The AIADMK secured a victory in 2016 by over 14,000 votes, building on their win in 2011 with a larger margin. Historically, the seat has alternated between these two Dravidian giants, reflecting regional political shifts.

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Tamil Nadu's chess prowess shines as R Vaishali eyes the Women's World Championship after her Candidates victory. Young A S Sharvaanica's U12 rapid title further highlights the state's growing talent. While these successes inspire, experts note the need for greater support and sponsorship to elevate women's chess participation and achieve global dominance.

Patna University has unfortunately let slip the opportunity to celebrate the centenary of the iconic Wheeler Senate House, and now it looks set to miss recognizing the 100th anniversary of Patna Science College as well.