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PM Modi inaugurates projects worth over Rs 20,000 cr in Tamil Nadu

Railway connectivity, roads, oil and gas, shipping works will create employment for thousands, he says

Vijayakanth will live forever in people's hearts, says Rajinikanth

Thousands of people, fans, celebrities and politicians thronged the Island Grounds near the Marina beach here on Friday to pay homage to actor-turned politician Vijayakanth. Top actor Rajinikanth, who rushed here from Kanyakumari district to pay his last respects, laid a garland on the decorated casket and almost cried when he recounted two incidents that showed Vijayakanth's values and the importance he attached to friendship and supporting colleagues. Rajinikanth said that though crores of men and women live and die in this world, it is only a few like Vijayakanth and people of his ilk live forever in the hearts of people. Expressing anguish, he said though Vijayakanth used to get angry, but selfishness had never been the reason behind it. "The monicker captain is very appropriate for Vijayakanth," he told reporters, praising the departed actor. Starting from December 28 morning, thousands of people visited Vijayakanth's residence and later the Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam ..

Mortal remains of DMDK chief Vijayakanth brought to Chennai's Island Ground

The mortal remains will be kept at Island Ground from 6 am to 1 pm for the public to pay their last respects

Actor and DMDK Founder Vijayakanth passes away in Chennai's MIOT Hospital

The hospital said in a statement that the 71-year-old actor was on ventilator support following his admission for pneumonia

Cong leaders Kharge, Rahul Gandhi condole death of DMDK founder Vijayakanth

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and party leader Rahul Gandhi on Thursday condoled the death of DMDK founder and president Captain Vijayakanth. Vijayakanth, also a popular yesteryear Tamil actor, passed away in Chennai on Thursday following illness. "We are deeply saddened by the passing away of DMDK founder and president, Captain Vijayakanth. A prolific actor and a leader who was staunchly admired by the people, his contribution to the social and political empowerment of Tamil Nadu shall always be remembered," Kharge said in a post on X. "Our deepest condolences to his family, friends, admirers and followers," he said. Rahul Gandhi is a post on X said he is "deeply saddened" by the demise of the DMDK founder. "His contributions to cinema and politics have left an indelible mark on the hearts of millions. My heartfelt condolences to his family and fans during this difficult time," he said. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin on Thursday announced full state honours for the

Shah condoles death of Vijayakanth, says he inspired patriotism in people

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday condoled the death of DMDK founder-leader and veteran Tamil actor Vijayakanth, and said he had inspired patriotism among people both through his onscreen and offscreen roles. Vijayakanth had been ill and kept a low-profile for the past 4-5 years and his wife Premalatha formally took over the reins of DMDK on December 14 as general secretary. "Deeply saddened to learn about the passing of DMDK leader and respected film veteran Vijayakanth Ji. Affectionately referred to as the captain, Vijayakanth Ji inspired patriotism among people both through his onscreen and offscreen roles. My heartfelt condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti Shanti," Shah wrote on 'X'. The 71-year-old DMDK leader and popular yesteryear Tamil actor died in Chennai on Thursday following illness.

PM Modi, Stalin condole death of DMDK chief and actor Vijayakanth

"Extremely saddened by the passing away of Thiru Vijayakanth Ji. A legend of the Tamil film world, his charismatic performances captured the hearts of millions," PM posted from his social media

DMDK founder and actor Vijayakanth passes away in Chennai following illness

Vijayakanth, DMDK founder-leader and popular actor was about 71 years old

DMDK leader Vijayakanth tests positive for Covid, put on ventilator support

DMDK founder-leader Vijayakanth has been put on ventilator support, the party said on Thursday. Diagnostic tests confirmed coronavirus infection, the party said in a release, adding in view of difficulty in breathing, he has been put on ventilator support. Yesteryear Tamil actor and DMDK founder Vijayakanth has been unwell for quite some time and his wife Premalatha took over the reins of the party days ago. Vijayakanth is about 71 years old.

Tamil Nadu Polls: Vijayakanth's DMDK seals alliance with Dhinakaran's AMMK

Days after leaving the AIADMK-led alliance over a seat-sharing dispute, actor-turned-politician Vijayakanth's DMDKon Sunday sealed a partnership with TTV Dhinakaran's AMMK for the April 6 polls

DMDK to hold discussions with Kamal Haasan's party for possible alliance

The DMDK of actor turned politician Vijayakanth which snapped its alliance with the AIADMK will on Wednesday be meeting Makkal Needhi Maiam chief Haasan to have discussions on a possible alliance

DMDK walks out of AIADMK-led front, Haasan invites it to join his combine

The ruling AIADMK's ally DMDK on Tuesday walked out of the alliance following failure of seat sharing talks

Tamil Nadu: DMDK walks out of AIADMK-BJP alliance

The Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK) led by actor politician Vijayakanth has walked out of the AIADMK-BJP alliance

DMDK-PWF will not dole out freebies: Premalatha Vijayakant

She alleged that both AIADMK and DMK that ruled the state for about 50 years had only 'cheated' people who were now looking for an alternative