Vijay secures majority mark as Left parties, VCK back TVK
In a major political development in Tamil Nadu, the CPI, CPM, and VCK have agreed to support the TVK chief, enabling the party to reach the crucial halfway majority mark of 118 MLAs.
Amid the standoff with China, the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) is almost ready with Nimmu-Padam-Darcha road which will connect Manali to Leh making a hassle-free speedy travel for security forces.
Once completed, the Nimmu-Padam-Darcha road section-a 300-km-long road axis would help give the forces rapid access to Leh. This new all weather road which is 90% ready, will be open in 12 months for year round operation.
So, as the construction work is in full swing, India Today's Manjeet Negi brings this ground report from the Nimmu-Padam-Darcha road.
In a major political development in Tamil Nadu, the CPI, CPM, and VCK have agreed to support the TVK chief, enabling the party to reach the crucial halfway majority mark of 118 MLAs.
TVK chief Vijay has sought an appointment with the Tamil Nadu Governor at Lok Bhavan at four thirty in the evening, sparking speculation about the party securing the required numbers to form the state government.
Following the BJP's victory in the West Bengal assembly elections, Amit Shah is scheduled to chair an MLA meeting to finalise the state leadership. Suvendu Adhikari has emerged as the frontrunner for the Chief Minister position.
An analysis of the potential frontrunners for the chief ministerial position highlights several key contenders from the prominent political party.