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Racist Online Campaign Targets Indian H-1B Visa Holders Rushing Back to US After Trump Announcement
Sep 28, 2025 02:47 pm CST
Far-right trolls launched a coordinated online effort to block Indian H-1B visa holders from booking flights back to the US following Donald Trump's surprise $100,000 visa fee announcement. The campaign, called "clog the toilet," deliberately disrupted airline booking systems, forcing visa holders like software engineer Amrutha Tamanam to pay inflated prices for last-minute flights despite the White House later clarifying the fee wouldn't apply to current visa holders.
Actor Vijay Announces Rs 20 Lakh Compensation for Families of Karur Stampede Victims
Sep 28, 2025 02:37 pm CST
Actor-politician Vijay has announced Rs 20 lakh compensation for each family of the 39 people killed in a stampede at his Karur rally, along with Rs 2 lakh for the injured. The tragedy occurred when nearly 27,000 people gathered at an event planned for 10,000, with inadequate security and facilities, prompting investigations and additional compensation from the Tamil Nadu government and Prime Minister's office.
Haryana Police Investigating Theft at Olympic Medalist Mary Kom's Faridabad Residence
Sep 28, 2025 02:10 pm CST
Haryana Police have deployed multiple crime branch teams to investigate a theft at Olympic bronze medalist Mary Kom's Faridabad home. Officials are reviewing CCTV footage that shows thieves taking a television and other valuables on September 24. The six-time world champion boxer, who was away during the incident, has been informed by neighbors and has filed a police report.
39 Dead and 2 Critical in Tragic TVK Rally Stampede in Karur: Investigation Underway
Sep 28, 2025 02:09 pm CST
A devastating stampede at Chief Vijay's TVK rally in Karur, Tamil Nadu claimed 39 lives and left 52 injured, with two victims remaining in critical condition on ventilator support. Officials confirmed postmortems would be completed by Sunday noon as authorities investigate the tragic incident that occurred during the massive public gathering on Saturday.
Tragic Incident: 16-Month-Old Toddler Dies After Falling Into Boiled Milk at Andhra Pradesh School
Sep 28, 2025 01:49 pm CST
A tragic incident in Korrapadu village, Andhra Pradesh has resulted in the death of a 16-month-old girl who accidentally fell into a vessel of boiled milk at a Gurukul school. Despite three days of medical treatment at multiple hospitals, the toddler succumbed to severe burn injuries on September 23, raising serious concerns about child safety in educational institutions.
Tragic Aftermath: 39 Dead in Stampede at Actor Vijay's Political Rally in Karur
Sep 28, 2025 01:32 pm CST
A devastating stampede at Tamil actor Vijay's political rally in Karur has left 39 dead, including children and women. The morning after revealed scattered belongings and debris across the venue as survivors share accounts of the chaotic crush. Chief Minister MK Stalin rushed to the scene while Vijay expressed profound grief over the tragedy that has shocked Tamil Nadu.
Justice Aruna Jagadeesan: The Experienced Investigator Behind Tamil Nadu's Vijay Rally Stampede Probe
Sep 28, 2025 01:16 pm CST
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has appointed retired Justice Aruna Jagadeesan to lead the investigation into the deadly stampede at actor Vijay's political rally that claimed 39 lives. With extensive experience in high-profile inquiries, including the 2018 Tuticorin protests, Justice Jagadeesan brings significant expertise to uncover what caused the tragedy where attendance unexpectedly tripled beyond the organizers' projections.
16-Year-Old Girl Rescued After Six-Month Captivity and Sexual Assault in Uttar Pradesh
Sep 28, 2025 12:22 pm CST
Police in Bhadohi, Uttar Pradesh, rescued a 16-year-old girl who had been kidnapped and repeatedly sexually assaulted over a six-month period. The 21-year-old perpetrator has been arrested and charged under multiple sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the POCSO Act following a coordinated search operation that concluded with the victim's rescue near Prayagraj's Sangam Railway Station.
Karur Stampede Tragedy: 39 Lives Lost at Actor Vijay's TVK Rally - Eyewitnesses Describe Chaos and Poor Planning
Sep 28, 2025 11:35 am CST
A devastating stampede at actor Vijay's political rally in Karur, Tamil Nadu resulted in 39 fatalities. Eyewitnesses describe overwhelming crowds, delayed arrival of the TVK leader, and inadequate safety measures. Victims' families share heartbreaking accounts while Vijay expresses profound grief over the tragedy that highlights critical failures in large event management.
Assam Singer Zubeen Garg's Family Files Negligence Complaint in Singapore Death Investigation
Sep 28, 2025 11:22 am CST
The family of popular Assamese singer Zubeen Garg has filed an official complaint with Assam's Criminal Investigation Department alleging negligence against his manager and a festival organizer following the artist's tragic death in Singapore on September 19. Authorities have issued summons to multiple individuals connected to the incident as protests demanding justice continue across Assam.