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AIADMK Chief Visits Karur Stampede Victims' Families, Calls for Impartial Investigation

AIADMK Chief Visits Karur Stampede Victims' Families, Calls for Impartial Investigation

The AIADMK chief also alleged that police protection for opposition rallies was often insufficient. "Even for my own campaign events, police have not provided full security. But when ruling party meetings are held, the government ensures tight protection. This selective approach is dangerous. Had proper arrangements been made, these deaths could have been avoided," he remarked. Sep 28, 2025
Self-Styled Godman 'Swami' Chaitanyanand Arrested in Agra on Molestation Charges

Self-Styled Godman 'Swami' Chaitanyanand Arrested in Agra on Molestation Charges

The accused, also known as Partha Sarathy, director of the reputed Sri Sharda Institute of Indian Management in Delhi's posh Vasant Kunj, is facing a criminal case for allegedly targeting female students enrolled in post-graduate management diploma courses under the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) scholarship category. Sep 28, 2025
Criticism mounts against Vijay over absence from Karur stampede scene

Public Outrage Over Vijay's Absence From Karur Stampede Scene

Subramanian to oversee rescue and medical care, and announced Rs 10 lakh compensation for each victim's family and Rs 1 lakh for the injured. "In our State's history, never have so many people died at a political meeting. We will ensure such a tragedy is not repeated," CM Stalin said, later visiting Karur to console survivors and relatives. Sep 28, 2025
Karur stampede: Police book TVK leaders, including General Secretary Bussy Anand

Karur Stampede: FIR Registered Against TVK Leaders, Bussy Anand Among Accused

Eyewitnesses said that a sudden crowd surge in a tightly packed space led to panic, with people stumbling and being trampled amid inadequate crowd control and poor lighting. Ambulances struggled through congested approach roads as rescuers rushed victims to the Karur Government Medical College Hospital and nearby private facilities. Sep 28, 2025
'Unfortunate and deeply regrettable', Tamil Nadu DGP on Karur stampede

'Unfortunate and deeply regrettable', Tamil Nadu DGP on Karur stampede

The DGP said one of the triggers for the rush was confusion over the timing of Vijay's arrival. "Permission for the meeting was sought between 3 p.m. and 10 p.m. But the TVK Twitter account said he would arrive at noon, so people began gathering from 11 a.m. He actually came at 7.40 p.m. The public had to wait in the hot sun without enough food and water," he explained. Sep 28, 2025
MHA blames climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, others for provoking youth to violence in Leh

The Ladakh imbroglio: Balancing autonomy and national security

To avert escalation, the government must expedite a transparent Sixth Schedule roadmap, paired with a judicial FCRA review to address violations without targeting activism. Protesters must channel youth energy into structured advocacy, avoiding violence that invites crackdowns. Sep 27, 2025
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Sonam Wangchuk under lens for suspected links with PAK Agent: Ladakh DGP

Ladakh DGP S.D. Singh Jamwal accused climate activist Sonam Wangchuk of being the key conspirator behind the September 24 violence in Leh, which left four civilians dead and scores injured. The DGP said Wangchuk's alleged links with a recently arrested Pakistani intelligence operative are under investigation. Sep 27, 2025
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