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Thirumavalavan seeks a commission to look into Centre-State relations

Thol. Thirumavalavan urges TN Govt. to set up commission to strengthen federalism & reclaim State's rights. He cites examples of 1960s, when voices against Centre encroaching on State's rights began to emerge. He calls for TN Govt. to create awareness about State rights & set up new commission to look…

The Hindu · Nov 1, 2023

TMMK protests against Governor for refusing to release 49 life convicts

TMMK organised protest march in Egmore to condemn Governor R.N. Ravi's refusal to release 49 life convicts, incl. 20 Muslims. CM M.K. Stalin had sent a file recommending their release. TMMK urged the State govt. to let them go on long-term parole without waiting for Governor's consent.

The Hindu · Oct 28, 2023

Devotees bid farewell to Bangaru Adigalar

Tamil Nadu govt accorded Bangaru Adigalar a 21-gun salute; PM Modi, HM Amit Shah, CM Stalin, Jharkhand Governor & AIADMK leaders paid their respects. Adigalar's contributions to spiritualism, education & healthcare will be remembered forever. He strove for gender equality & reform in spiritualism.

The Hindu · Oct 20, 2023

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Thirumavalavan slams Governor Ravi’s comments that he will conduct sacred thread ceremony for ‘Paraiyars’

Thol. Thirumavalavan slams TN Governor Ravi's comments of conducting sacred thread ceremony for 100 Paraiyar community members. He questions if Ravi is trying to say those who don't wear it are despicable. He urges Ravi to remove wall in Chidambaram Natarajar temple & reject Periya Puranam texts.

The Hindu · Oct 4, 2023

VCK leader Thirumavalavan demands caste survey in T.N.

VCK founder Thirumavalavan claims Bihar survey reveals upper castes enjoy 50% reservations, while 63% of backward classes confined to 30%. Demands Union govt enact law to grant powers to States to make laws on reservations. Urges TN govt to conduct caste survey, increase SC/ST reservations to 21%. Criticizes Union govt…

The Hindu · Oct 3, 2023

VCK hopes to set the tone for Lok Sabha election in Tiruchi rally

VCK founder Thirumavalavan brings together leaders of major parties for rally in Tiruchi to mark 25 yrs of electoral politics. INDIA bloc of Opposition parties to participate in rally titled 'Democracy will win'. VCK stands firm in opposition to BJP, calls for united Opposition against it. #VCK #INDIA #BJP #DemocracyWillWin

The Hindu · Oct 2, 2023

Thirumavalavan urges OBC communities to reject RSS-BJP

Thol. Thirumavalavan urges OBCs & OBC leaders to rethink support for RSS-BJP as they opposed reservations for OBCs. Rahul Gandhi's demand for Socioeconomic Caste Census made mainstream. V.P. Singh sacrificed govt. to provide reservations for OBCs. Periyar spoke of providing representation based on population. CWC passed resolution for no upper…

The Hindu · Sep 25, 2023

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Vishwakarma Yojana is being used as pretext for Varnashrama Dharma, says Thirumavalavan

VCK founder Thirumavalavan charges Viswakarma Yojana of being disguised as loan scheme to implement Varnashrama Dharma. Dravidar Kazhagam and CPI leaders support him, saying it is a ploy to discourage certain castes from education. They call for eradication of RSS to ensure peace in India. #VCK #DravidarKazhagam #CPI #RSS #VarnashramaDharma…

The Hindu · Sep 6, 2023

I started using Sanatana Dharma to stop Sangh Parivar groups from twisting my words as an attack on Hindu beliefs: Thirumavalavan

Thol. Thirumavalavan has been using the term "Sanatana Dharma" to criticize Hindutva and Sangh Parivar politics for the past five years. He believes it sidesteps the problem of being painted as anti-Hindu. He argues that Sanatana Dharma is the basic concept of Aryan religion, with inequality at its core, while…

The Hindu · Sep 5, 2023

Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

TN HC observes CM Stalin may be well advised to take decision on arrested Minister's continuation in Cabinet; CM Stalin criticizes BJP's reported move to change India's name to Bharat; AIADMK's Jayakumar questions CM's commitment to equality.

The Hindu · Sep 5, 2023

Thirumavalavan lays groundwork in north Tamil Nadu for Lok Sabha elections

VCK leader Thirumavalavan urges party to start preparations for 2024 LS elections. Booth agents in 14 districts asked to form committees in 71 assembly constituencies. Thirumavalavan may contest from Chidambaram. He urges opposition to set date for rally, finalise seat-sharing plan, spread info on irregularities & devise strategies against hate…

The Hindu · Sep 2, 2023

Thirumavalavan appeals for releasing 37 Muslims lodged in Tamil Nadu’s prisons for over 25 years

Thol. Thirumavalavan appeals to TN govt. to release 37 Muslim life convicts in prisons for 25+ yrs. Justice N. Authinathan's recommendations in favour of release. 700 life convicts released on humanitarian grounds. AIADMK passed resolution in favour of release. Majority of 37 convicts in Coimbatore bomb blasts & communal clashes…

The Hindu · Aug 24, 2023

Thirumavalavan appeals to CM for protection for victims in Nanguneri caste violence incident

Thol. Thirumavalavan met CM Stalin to appeal for protection of Dalit siblings attacked by schoolmates in Nanguneri. He also sought relocation of family & made appeals related to wages, financial assistance & demands of veterinary doctors. He urged CM to ensure family is moved to another area & boy continues…

The Hindu · Aug 16, 2023

Declare area where the caste violence took place in Tirunelveli as ‘atrocity prone’ zone: Thirumavalavan

Thol. Thirumavalavan demands TN govt declare area where SC student & sister faced caste violence an 'atrocity-prone zone'. He calls out caste & religious groups for promoting caste markers & symbols. VCK Assembly floor leader Sinthanai Selvan to hold public meeting to mark Thirumavalavan's 60th year celebrations.

The Hindu · Aug 11, 2023

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The Hindu · Aug 9, 2023

Thirumavalavan slams Manipur govt. for ‘defaming’ Army, demands Amit Shah’s statement in Lok Sabha

Thol. Thirumavalavan demands Union Home Minister Amit Shah make statement in Lok Sabha on FIR filed by Manipur Police against Assam Rifles. He claims BJP govt. in Manipur attempting to vilify army to conceal their shortcomings, which is unprecedented and detrimental.

The Hindu · Jul 31, 2023

Thirumavalavan seeks discussion on Manipur violence in Parliament

The Hindu · Jul 30, 2023

Thol. Thirumavalavan among INDIA bloc delegates visiting Manipur

Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi founder and Chidambaram MP Thol. Thirumavalavan was among the delegation of the opposition led INDIA bloc to visit Manipur on Sunday to assess the situation that has seen continuing ethnic violence between the Meitei and Kuki communities. Meanwhile, Mr. Thirumavalavan on Sunday announced a list of district…

The Hindu · Jul 19, 2023

UCC designed to establish hegemony of the majority: Thirumavalavan

. VCK founder Thirumavalavan claims BJP's UCC is an attempt to create a law that establishes majority's culture hegemony. He defends 'Triple Talaq' law as progressive and claims Sangh Parivar wants India to have a mono-culture and promote cultural nationalism. Congress promotes Indian nationalism based on 'unity in diversity'.

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The Times of India · Jul 18, 2023

Who named opposition group INDIA – Rahul Gandhi or Mamata Banerjee?

NEW DELHI: There is confusion over the leader who proposed the name INDIA, which stands for Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance, at the meeting of 26 opposition leaders in Bengaluru on Tuesday.

The Hindu · Jul 18, 2023

Opposition coming together itself is victory: Thirumavalavan

Oppn. parties unite: Thirumavalavan presents 6 proposals to protect State's rights, fair representation of marginalised sections & ensure implementation of CMP promises like UBI. Urges parties to oppose UCC in one voice & promote equitable participation & fair representation of women & minorities.

The Hindu · Jul 16, 2023

Lawyer urges VCK to release inquiry report against spokesperson

Lawyer Kiruba Munusamy urges VCK to release report on her allegation that spokesperson R. Vikraman exploited her. She claims to have approached VCK leader Thol. Thirumavalavan for action. Vikraman claims relationship was platonic and Munusamy made accusations after he rejected her demand to marry. Sources say report was received and…

The Hindu · Jul 3, 2023

Thirumavalavan expresses regret over ‘differently-abled’ remark

Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi founder Thol. Thirumavalavan expressed regret over his controversial remarks about disability at a public meeting in Melavalavu on June 30

The Hindu · Jun 30, 2023

Remove Governor R.N. Ravi from his post, says Thirumavalavan

The Hindu · Jun 21, 2023

Governor Ravi’s continuation will result in deterioration of law and order, says Thirumavalavan

Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi founder Thol. Thirumavalavan, on Wednesday claimed Tamil Nadu Governor R. N. Ravi’s continuation will result in confusion, deterioration of law and order and create enmity between various castes and religious communities. He accused Mr. Ravi of not just speaking against the State government but “making comments against…

The Hindu · Jun 20, 2023

VCK chief flags torture of persons from Kuravar community by Chittoor police

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