Karur stampede
Madras High Court Issues Notice on Petition to Include Actor Vijay as Accused in Karur Stampede Case
Oct 17, 2025 07:06 pm CST
The Madras High Court has issued notices regarding a petition seeking to include TVK leader Vijay as an accused in the Karur stampede tragedy that killed 41 people. The petition also calls for banning children at political rallies and establishing safety protocols for political gatherings, while the Election Commission clarified TVK's unrecognized status.
Madras High Court to Hear Petition to Include Actor Vijay as Accused in Fatal Karur Stampede Case
Oct 17, 2025 02:09 pm CST
The Madras High Court will hear a petition seeking to add actor Vijay as an accused in the Karur stampede case that killed 41 people. The petition alleges negligence by Vijay and his party TVK, calls for stringent charges, and requests the Election Commission to consider derecognizing the party ahead of upcoming elections. A CBI investigation monitored by a retired judge is underway.
Tamil Nadu Assembly Confrontation: Stalin and Opposition Clash Over Karur Stampede Tragedy
Oct 15, 2025 07:44 pm CST
The Tamil Nadu Assembly witnessed a heated exchange between Chief Minister MK Stalin and Opposition leader EPS regarding the Karur stampede incident that claimed 41 lives. Stalin blamed the TVK party's indiscipline while EPS accused the government of negligence, highlighting political tensions ahead of upcoming Assembly elections and raising questions about emergency response protocols for public gatherings.
MK Stalin Blames Actor Vijay's 7-Hour Delay for Karur Stampede That Killed 41
Oct 15, 2025 03:23 pm CST
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has held actor Vijay and his Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam party responsible for the deadly Karur stampede that claimed 41 lives. Stalin cited Vijay's seven-hour delay, inadequate facilities, and poor planning as key factors in the tragedy, while the Supreme Court has ordered a CBI investigation into the incident that has sparked political controversy ahead of next year's elections.
DMK Criticizes Vijay and AIADMK Over Karur Stampede: Political Tensions Rise in Tamil Nadu
Oct 14, 2025 08:13 pm CST
Tamil Nadu's political landscape heats up following the Karur stampede tragedy that killed 41 people, with the ruling DMK taking aim at both AIADMK's E Palaniswami and actor Vijay's TVK party. A controversial cartoon shared by DMK's IT wing suggests BJP influence over both parties, while the Supreme Court-ordered CBI probe intensifies speculation about potential alliances ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections.
Supreme Court Orders CBI Investigation Into Fatal Karur Stampede at Tamil Actor Vijay's Political Rally
Oct 13, 2025 05:51 pm CST
The Supreme Court has ordered a CBI investigation into the tragic stampede at TVK chief Vijay's political rally in Karur, Tamil Nadu, which claimed 41 lives and injured over 60 people. A three-member committee led by retired Justice Ajay Rastogi will monitor the probe into the incident where 30,000 people gathered at a venue meant for only 10,000, with serious security and management lapses contributing to the disaster.
TVK Official Arrested for Derogatory Comments Against Madras High Court Judge in Karur Stampede Case
Oct 13, 2025 02:19 pm CST
TVK functionary Nirmal Kumar has been arrested and remanded to judicial custody for making derogatory remarks about a Madras High Court judge regarding the Karur stampede tragedy that killed 41 people. The incident has escalated tensions between TVK, led by actor Vijay, and authorities, with ongoing investigations and legal challenges amid political accusations between TVK and the ruling DMK.
Vijay's TVK Party Arranges Meeting with Karur Stampede Victims' Families Amid Ongoing Investigation
Oct 09, 2025 03:23 pm CST
South Indian actor Vijay's TVK party has identified venues in Karur to meet with families affected by the tragic stampede that claimed 41 lives at his political rally. As investigations continue with two party officials arrested, TVK has approached the Supreme Court seeking an independent inquiry while promising financial assistance to victims' families.
BJP's Annamalai Accuses Kamal Haasan of Protecting DMK in Karur Stampede Tragedy
Oct 07, 2025 11:56 pm CST
BJP Tamil Nadu chief K Annamalai has strongly criticized actor-politician Kamal Haasan for allegedly siding with the ruling DMK government regarding the Karur stampede tragedy that killed 41 people at actor Vijay's political rally. Annamalai claimed Haasan "sold his soul for a Rajya Sabha seat" and is attempting to shield the DMK from accountability, while opposition parties demand investigation into administrative negligence behind the deadly incident.
Supreme Court to Hear Plea for CBI Investigation into Fatal Karur Stampede Incident
Oct 07, 2025 09:30 pm CST
The Supreme Court has scheduled an urgent hearing regarding a petition for CBI investigation into the Karur stampede at TVK rally that killed 41 people and injured over 100. The Madras High Court previously appointed an SIT under IPS officer Asra Garg while rejecting CBI probe demands. The incident raises serious questions about safety protocols at political events across India.