J Jayalalithaa

RIP Amma: Jayalalithaa was popularly known as 'Puratchi Thalaivi' — Know its meaning

J Jayalalithaa, who passed away in Chennai last night, a day after she suffered a massive cardiac arrest, had dominated politics in Tamil Nadu for over three decades.

Dec 06, 2016, 09:59 AM IST

December seems to be jinxed for Tamil Nadu – Know why

December seems to be a fateful month for Tamil Nadu as it witnessed yet another major loss in J Jayalalithaa's demise.

Dec 06, 2016, 09:34 AM IST

Central govt announces one-day mourning after Jayalalithaa's death

The central government announced one-day national mourning on Tuesday in view of the demise of Jayalalithaa.

Dec 06, 2016, 09:19 AM IST

J Jayalalithaa's demise: Govt offices, educational institutions in Kerala to remain shut today

As park of respect to J Jayalalithaa, government offices and educational institutions in Kerala will remain shut on Tuesday.

Dec 06, 2016, 08:50 AM IST

Karunandihi mourns Jayalalithaa's death, says her fame will remain forever

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) leader M Karunanidhi on Tuesday mourned the death of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa, saying her fame will remain forever.

Dec 06, 2016, 08:29 AM IST

As mark of respect to Jayalalithaa, Tamil Nadu government declares December 6 as public holiday

The state government has announced seven days of mourning, with educational institutions set to be closed for three days.

Dec 06, 2016, 06:36 AM IST

The Inspiring Journey Of Classic Beauty J Jayalalithaa In The World Of Celluloid

What added more spark to Jaya’s film career was her on screen chemistry with acting legend and former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MG Ramachandran.

Dec 06, 2016, 02:50 AM IST

#RIPAmma: Tamil Nadu government announces seven-day mourning for the demise of Jayalalithaa

Soon after Jayalalithaa's death, the AIADMK legislators elected Finance Minister and long-time Jayalalithaa loyalist O. Panneerselvam to succeed the departed leader.

Dec 06, 2016, 02:20 AM IST

Jayalalithaa's journey - From queen of celluloid to 'Amma'

One of India's finest political leaders, we bring to you a detailed account of various facets of Jayalalithaa’s life.

Dec 06, 2016, 01:50 AM IST

Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan, other film stars express condolence over Jayalalithaa's demise

A teen starlet, who acted with the who's who of Tamil cinema in the sixties and seventies, Jayalalitha went on to become a five-time chief minister of Tamil Nadu, effortlessly inheriting the mantle of her mentor and superstar MGR.

Dec 06, 2016, 01:32 AM IST

Virender Sehwag, Saina Nehwal, other sportspersons pay tribute to Jayalalithaa

One of India`s most charismatic & popular leaders, Ms. Jayalalithaa was a visionary & able administrator.

Dec 06, 2016, 01:15 AM IST

PM Narendra Modi pays tribute to Jayalalithaa, says she will always be a source of inspiration

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolence over the death of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa, who passed away at the age of 68 at Apollo Hospitals after suffering a cardiac arrest.

Dec 06, 2016, 00:50 AM IST

OBIT: End of an era - Charismatic mass leader J Jayalalithaa passes away

Jayalalithaa was born in Mysore (now in the state of Karnataka) at a place called Melukote on 24 February 1948. She hailed from a Tamil Iyengar family.

Dec 06, 2016, 00:26 AM IST

Expelled AIADMK leader Sasikala questions party MLAs' meet at Apollo Hospitals, calls it unconstitutional

Expelled AIADMK leader Sasikala Pushpa on Monday questioned the meet of party legislators at Chennai's Apollo Hospitals amid deteriorating health condition of J Jayalalithaa and speculation of a successor to the Chief Minister.

Dec 05, 2016, 16:47 PM IST

Prayers for Tamil Nadu CM Jayalalithaa ji's health, tweets Rishi Kapoor

Jayalalithaa's supporters from across the globe are praying for her. Large crowds have also started gathering outside the hospital. Police have been deployed outside the hospital. Tamil Nadu's security has also been beefed up by the forces.

Dec 05, 2016, 11:03 AM IST

J Jayalalithaa will be home soon, assures Tamil Nadu's ruling party AIADMK

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa has been shifted from the intensive critical care unit (ICCU) to the general ward of the Apollo Hospital in Chennai, and her party - AIADMK - on Sunday asserted that she would be returning to her Poes Garden residence soon.

Nov 20, 2016, 09:22 AM IST