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Ladakh Conflict Escalates: Restrictions in Leh While Kargil Holds Peaceful March for Statehood Demands
Oct 18, 2025 08:07 pm CST
Tensions rise in Ladakh as authorities impose prohibitory orders and suspend internet in Leh to prevent a silent march organized by Leh Apex Body and Kargil Democratic Alliance demanding statehood and sixth schedule protections, while Kargil successfully conducts a peaceful demonstration despite restrictions. The protests follow the September 24 violence that resulted in multiple casualties, with activists now calling for compensation for victims and release of detained individuals including climate activist Sonam Wangchuk.
Judicial Inquiry Launched into Ladakh Protest Killings: Former Supreme Court Judge to Lead Investigation
Oct 17, 2025 10:12 pm CST
The central government has appointed retired Supreme Court judge Justice BS Chauhan to investigate the deaths of four protesters, including a Kargil war veteran, in police firing in Ladakh. This judicial inquiry addresses a key demand from Ladakhi groups seeking statehood and constitutional protections following years of growing unrest against central rule in the region.
Supreme Court to Rule on Independent Probe Into Karur Stampede That Killed 41
Oct 12, 2025 02:38 am CST
The Supreme Court will announce its verdict on October 13 regarding petitions for an independent investigation into the Karur stampede tragedy that resulted in 41 deaths. The court has questioned the Madras High Court's authority in forming a special investigation team, while actor Vijay's TVK party seeks Supreme Court supervision of the probe, arguing Tamil Nadu Police cannot conduct an impartial investigation.
Geetanjali Angmo Visits Husband Sonam Wangchuk in Jodhpur Jail Following Ladakh Protest Detention
Oct 08, 2025 08:59 pm CST
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk's wife Geetanjali Angmo visited him in Jodhpur jail where he remains detained under the National Security Act following the Leh violence. His legal team has obtained the detention order and plans to challenge it in court, while a Supreme Court hearing for his release is scheduled for October 14.
Karur Stampede Tragedy: Hema Malini Leads NDA Investigation Into TVK Rally Incident That Claimed 41 Lives
Oct 01, 2025 01:41 am CST
BJP MP Hema Malini led an NDA fact-finding team to Karur, investigating the stampede that killed 41 people at TVK chief Vijay's political rally. The delegation concluded the tragedy could have been prevented if authorities had allocated a larger venue for the event. Former Union Minister Anurag Thakur called for accountability while Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has ordered a judicial inquiry into the unprecedented disaster in Tamil Nadu's political history.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Promises Action After Deadly Stampede at TVK Rally as Political Tensions Rise
Sep 30, 2025 02:44 am CST
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has promised decisive action following a tragic stampede at actor-politician Vijay's TVK rally that claimed 41 lives. As a judicial commission begins investigation, Vijay's party has demanded a CBI probe, alleging DMK conspiracy. The government has provided compensation to victims' families and plans to implement new safety regulations for political gatherings.
Deadly Stampede at Actor-Politician Vijay's Rally in Karur Claims 40 Lives Including 10 Children
Sep 28, 2025 05:53 pm CST
A tragic stampede at actor-politician Vijay's TVK party rally in Karur resulted in 40 deaths, including 2-year-old Dhuru Vishnu and nine other children. The incident, allegedly caused by safety violations at an overcrowded venue, has prompted Vijay to announce Rs 20 lakh compensation for victims' families while Tamil Nadu's government has ordered a judicial inquiry into the devastating event.