J. Jayalalithaa

Retired HC judge to head probe into Jayalalithaa's death

Ever since Jayalalithaa`s death, there have been hints of foul play in her death, with critics pointing fingers at the now jailed V.K. Sasikala.

Sep 25, 2017, 17:51 PM IST

Former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister O. Panneerselvam to announce decision on AIADMK merger

The Panneerselvam faction had laid three conditions for an AIADMK merger: keeping out Sasikala and her family members, ordering a judicial probe into the death of Jayalalithaa and converting Jayalalithaa`s residence into a memorial.

Aug 18, 2017, 15:52 PM IST

Apollo Hospitals ready for probe into Jayalalithaa's death

Jayalalithaa was admitted to Apollo Hospital here on September 22, 2016, for fever and dehydration. She was in the hospital till she passed away on December 5, 2016.

Jul 18, 2017, 22:01 PM IST

Deepa Jayakumar's husband K Madhavan quits her party, launches new outfit

In a major setback to late former Tamil Nadu chief minister J. Jayalalithaa`s niece Deepa Jayakumar, who launched a new party named `MGR Amma Deepa Peravai` on the eve of her aunt`s 69th birth anniversary, the latter`s husband K. Madhavan has announced he would quit the political outfit and start his own party.

Mar 18, 2017, 09:14 AM IST

Bye-poll to Jayalalithaa's assembly seat on April 12

Bye-election to the Tamil Nadu assembly from the R.K. Nagar constituency here will be held on April 12, the Election Commission announced on Thursday. The seat was held by the late Chief Minister J. Jayalalithaa.

Mar 09, 2017, 19:12 PM IST

Will contest polls from Amma's constituency, says niece

Late Tamil Nadu chief minister J. Jayalalithaa's niece Deepa Jayakumar on Friday said she would surely contest elections from the former's constituency, R.K. Nagar, in the next elections.

Feb 24, 2017, 19:05 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Edappadi K Palaniswami confident of proving majority

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Edappadi K Palaniswami said he would prove his majority in the assembly as asked by Governor C Vidyasagar Rao.

Feb 16, 2017, 20:30 PM IST

Tamil Nadu crisis: O Panneerselvam gains more support among Lok Sabha members

Three more Lok Sabha AIADMK members on Sunday extended support to acting Tamil Nadu Chief Minister O. Panneerselvam.

Feb 12, 2017, 13:56 PM IST

Ramadoss for CBI probe into Jayalalithaa's death

PMK leader S. Ramadoss on Thursday demanded a CBI probe into the death of then Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J. Jayalalithaa.

Feb 09, 2017, 17:10 PM IST

Tamil Nadu crisis: Time will reveal who is backing Panneerselvam, says Sasikala

Dubbing him a "traitor", AIADMK General Secretary V.K. Sasikala on Wednesday said only time will tell who was backing acting Chief Minister O. Panneerselvam in his revolt against her.

Feb 08, 2017, 20:47 PM IST

A government desired by people will be formed: O Panneerselvam

Caretaker Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu O. Panneerselvam on Wednesday assured his supporters that a government wanted by the people will be formed in the state.

Feb 08, 2017, 20:30 PM IST

Jayalalithaa died after being pushed at residence, Sasikala did not even grieve: AIADMK leader

Ahead of AIADMK general secretary VK Sasikala's swearing-in as Chief Minister, PH Pandian told a press conference that Jayalalithaa was taken to a hospital to avoid suspicion.

Feb 07, 2017, 12:08 PM IST

Jayalalithaa health: Tamil Nadu CM likely to be discharged in less than 15 days

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J. Jayalalithaa may be discharged from Apollo Hospitals in less than 15 days, a senior AIADMK leader said on Monday.

Nov 07, 2016, 16:54 PM IST

India, Sri Lanka truce on fishermen issue due to Jayalalithaa's blessings: AIADMK

With India and Sri Lanka having agreed to set up a hotline between their coast guards to resolve the prolonged fishermen-related crisis, Tamil Nadu`s ruling AIADMK party gave credit for the breakthrough to ailing Chief Minister J. Jayalalithaa.AIADMK leader C. R. Saraswathi told ANI, "Our chief minister has taken a lot of initiatives for the problems faced by Tamil fishermen, as the issue has been prolonged for a long time now. Yesterday, there was a meeting in Delhi, where a very good decision was taken as both countries came to an agreement that if a fisherman crosses the border also, they won`t take severe action from both sides."

Nov 06, 2016, 10:17 AM IST

Jayalalithaa's right hand inflamed, signs off election affidavits with thumb print

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa was admitted to the Apollo Hospitals with fever and dehydration on September 22.

Oct 29, 2016, 10:03 AM IST

DMK's meet on Cauvery ignored by AIADMK, others

DMK leader M.K. Stalin on Tuesday presided over an "all-party meeting" to discuss the Cauvery issue but most major parties in the state gave it a miss.

Oct 25, 2016, 16:26 PM IST

AIADMK founding day today; suspense on Jayalalithaa's health condition continues

Suspense continued about the health condition of Jayalalithaa, who was admitted to Apollo Hospitals last month.

Oct 17, 2016, 06:58 AM IST

Cheating complaint against expelled AIADMK MP Sasikala Pushpa

Days after Rajya Sabha MP Sasikala Pushpa was expelled from ruling AIADMK, a man filed a complaint with the police commissioner here on Friday, alleging she had cheated him to the tune of Rs 20 lakh.

Aug 05, 2016, 20:32 PM IST

Jayalalithaa to meet PM Narendra Modi today; to flag Tamil Nadu issues

This will be Jayalalithaa's first visit to New Delhi since assuming the post for a second consecutive term in Tamil Nadu.

Jun 14, 2016, 08:41 AM IST

Chidamabaram issue to divert attention from Smriti remarks: Congress

The Congress today alleged that an effort is being made to distract attention of Parliament from the breach of privilege notice against Smriti Irani.

Mar 01, 2016, 22:27 PM IST