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Tamil Nadu election results: From the Congress to the AIADMK, parties are scrambling to back Thalapathy Vijay, not out of ideology, but for survival. If a government isn't formed, the TVK is likely to return with a landslide, which will put the existence of all parties in Tamil Nadu at stake.

A scene from Vijay's 2024 film The Greatest Of All Time (GOAT) has gone viral after his party's strong election debut, with the 'TN 07 CM 2026' car number plate sparking speculation about his political rise and possible Chief Minister bid.

The BJP's landslide victory in West Bengal has triggered a swift "poriborton," with intellectuals, actors, and public voices shifting tone within hours of the party getting 207 of 294 seats.

Bengal Election 2026 Live Updates: Violence has marred West Bengal's post-election atmosphere, with reports of arson, vandalism, and murder emerging from multiple parts of the state despite a decisive electoral outcome. Clashes and unrest were reported from areas including Kolkata, Birbhum, Howrah, and Baranagar, with political parties trading accusations. The Trinamool Congress (TMC) alleged that BJP cadres hacked one of its workers to death in Birbhum's Nanoor, while police reported vandalism of party offices in several locations. Viral visuals on social media showed mobs armed with sticks chasing and assaulting individuals, with allegations of targeted attacks on TMC supporters and intimidation of local businesses. Tensions escalated in central Kolkata after a TMC office near Hogg Market was allegedly demolished, triggering panic among traders. Amid the unrest, Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar directed strict action against those involved in violence. He ordered continuous patrols and enforced a zero-tolerance policy, warning that anyone inciting or engaging in violence would be arrested immediately. Stay tuned to indiatoday.in for the latest updates.

Vijay, the chief of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), has claimed to form the next Tamil Nadu government but lacks the necessary support of 118 MLAs, having won only 108 seats., India News, Times Now

SUBHENDU MAITI: The Chief Election Commissioner, Gyanesh Kumar, directed the authorities concerned to immediately arrest those involved in post-poll violence an

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An American diver and content creator, Christopher Chang, has gone viral after sharing a funny underwater encounter where a turtle appeared to repeatedly "slap" him. In the clip, Chang, filming with a waterproof camera, expresses confusion as the turtle swims up and taps his face with its flipper. The moment, which seemed more playful than aggressive, shows the turtle circling back and repeating the act, almost like a game. Viewers flooded the comments with jokes, with some calling it a "high-five" and others imagining the turtle saying, "you know what you did." While the exact reason remains unclear, such curious interactions with marine life aren't unusual--though this one stood out for its comedic timing. Image and video source - @lifeoftopher00/Instagram., Viral Videos, Times Now

Vijay's party TVK has emerged as the single largest party with 108 seats in the 234-member Tamil Nadu Assembly, just short of the majority mark. Congress, which won 5 seats, has decided to support TVK to form the government. TVK is all set to stake claim to form govt today. Stay tuned.

Congress party's decision was articulated in a strongly worded letter from Tamil Nadu in-charge, hailing the electorate's mandate as very clear, strong and overwhelming in favour of TVK.