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Tamil Nadu High Court Confronts State Officials Over Failure to Implement Karthigai Deepam Lighting Order
Dec 17, 2025 10:06 pm CST
The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court has questioned Tamil Nadu officials for allegedly failing to implement a judicial order permitting the lighting of Karthigai Deepam on a disputed pillar near a dargah at Thiruparankundram hill. The contempt hearing involves senior state officials and highlights tensions between religious practices and administrative decisions in the region.
Supreme Court Questions Madras High Court Procedures in Karur Stampede Case
Dec 12, 2025 06:02 pm CST
The Supreme Court has demanded explanation from the Madras High Court regarding its case handling procedures after noting conflicting orders in the Karur stampede case that left 41 dead. Justice Maheshwari observed "something wrong is happening" as the court examines inconsistencies between Chennai and Madurai benches' rulings on investigation methods for the September 27 tragedy at a TVK political rally.
Amit Shah Condemns INDIA Bloc's Unprecedented Move to Impeach High Court Judge Over Religious Custom Ruling
Dec 11, 2025 09:15 am CST
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has criticized opposition parties for attempting to impeach Justice GR Swaminathan of the Madras High Court over his ruling on a traditional lamp lighting ceremony. The controversial decision, which involved a temple near a dargah in Tamil Nadu, has sparked political tension with the DMK-led government claiming the judge showed religious bias. This unprecedented impeachment attempt has raised questions about judicial independence and religious practices in India's secular democracy.
Madras High Court Rejects Tamil Nadu Government's Appeal in Thirupparankundram Temple Lamp Controversy
Dec 04, 2025 08:10 pm CST
The Madras High Court has dismissed Tamil Nadu government's appeal in the Thirupparankundram temple lamp dispute, ordering lamps to be lit on both the traditional lower pillar and the contested upper pillar near a 14th-century dargah. The court's unusual deployment of CISF forces to enforce the order highlights escalating religious tensions and presents political challenges for the ruling DMK party, which faces accusations of anti-Hindu bias ahead of future elections.
Tamil Nadu Government Blames TVK's Reckless Actions and Vijay's Intentional Delay for Deadly Karur Stampede
Dec 03, 2025 02:52 am CST
The Tamil Nadu government has submitted an affidavit to the Supreme Court stating that the Karur stampede that killed 41 people resulted from reckless actions by TVK party organizers and a deliberate seven-hour delay by leader C Joseph Vijay, which encouraged excessive crowd gathering. Despite proper police deployment, misleading announcements about Vijay's arrival time led to premature assembly of thousands of supporters who waited in harsh conditions, culminating in tragedy when the politician finally arrived.
Madras High Court Reserves Judgment on TVK Leader's Petition to Quash FIR Over Karur Stampede Social Media Post
Nov 08, 2025 02:17 am CST
The Madras High Court is deliberating on TVK General Secretary Aadhav Arjuna's petition to cancel an FIR filed against him for posts suggesting a potential "Gen Z revolution" following the Karur stampede that killed 41 people. The Chennai Cyber Crime Police charged him under multiple Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita sections, while his defense claims political motivation and misinterpretation of posts that were deleted within minutes of publishing.
Madras High Court Overturns Cethar Hospital's License Cancellation in Organ Transplant Case: Procedural Violations Cited
Nov 04, 2025 02:29 am CST
The Madras High Court has overturned Tamil Nadu's cancellation of Tiruchi Cethar Hospital's organ transplant license due to procedural violations. Justice Swaminathan ruled that despite allegations of an illegal kidney transplant racket involving impersonation of donors, proper legal procedures weren't followed in the cancellation process, though authorities remain free to initiate fresh action following proper protocols.
Madras High Court Orders Tamil Nadu Government to Issue Political Rally SOPs Following Deadly Stampede
Oct 27, 2025 04:54 pm CST
The Madras High Court has directed the Tamil Nadu government to publish comprehensive Standard Operating Procedures for political rallies within 10 days, following the tragic Karur stampede that claimed 41 lives at a TVK event. The court's intervention comes amid allegations of selective restrictions and delayed permissions for political gatherings across the state.
Udhayanidhi Stalin's Controversial "For Those With Faith" Diwali Greeting Sparks Political Tension With BJP
Oct 20, 2025 02:12 pm CST
Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin has created controversy with his conditional Diwali greetings "for those who have faith," prompting accusations of anti-Hindu bias from BJP leaders. The incident has reignited tensions between the DMK and BJP in Tamil Nadu, with opposition figures claiming the remarks demonstrate the ruling party's discriminatory attitude toward Hindu festivals and traditions.
Supreme Court Orders Court-Monitored CBI Probe into TVK Rally Tragedy: Political Implications for Vijay and DMK in Tamil Nadu
Oct 14, 2025 03:04 am CST
The Supreme Court has ordered a court-monitored CBI investigation into the tragic incident at actor Vijay's TVK political rally that claimed 41 lives. This decision represents a significant development in Tamil Nadu politics, providing Vijay's party temporary relief from DMK's allegations while potentially reshaping political alliances ahead of the 2026 elections. The court's criticism of the Madras High Court's previous order adds a judicial dimension to this politically charged case that could influence the state's political landscape.