The Latest Breaking News from R.Vaithilingam

Former TN CM O Panneerselvam announces election committee; Awaits BJP’s announcement

CHENNAI: Former Tamil Nadu chief minister O Panneerselvam on Saturday announced a 118-member election committee led by former minister R Vaithilingam for Erode East bypoll. However, the expelled AIADMK leader awaits the decision of the BJP to announce his candidate.

The Times of India · Jan 28, 2023

‘Edappadi Palaniswami tries to capture AIADMK to protect personal interest’: Vaithilingam

Meets V.K. Sasikala “unexpectedly” at Ovalkudi near Orathanadu

The Hindu · Sep 9, 2022

Both AIADMK camps are anxious ahead of HC judgment today

Green signal from court means the party will return to unitary leadership after five years

The Hindu · Jul 10, 2022

Panneerselvam still ready for talks, says AIADMK deputy coordinator Vaithilingam

OPS believes only joint leadership can lead the party back to power, he says

The Hindu · Jun 23, 2022

Rift in AIADMK widens; OPS seeks postponement of meeting

Palaniswami-led group insists that the general council meet be held as planned

The Hindu · Jun 20, 2022

Focus is on the impact of December amendments on creation of post in AIADMK

Leaders say any move to create a post above coordinator and co-coordinator or revive the post of general secretary may attract litigation 

The Hindu · Jun 17, 2022

Former Tamil Nadu minister in spotlight for bribery charges of Rs 27.9 crore

CHENNAI: Anti-corruption NGO Arappor Iyakkam has unveiled corruption allegations against former housing minister and present AIADMK deputy coordinator R Vaithilingam, saying he received 27.9 crore from a private construction firm for issuing them building approval.

The Times of India · May 21, 2022