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DMK-TVK Clash Intensifies: Vijay Criticized for Not Visiting Karur Stampede Victims as Political Blame Game Continues
Oct 18, 2025 04:03 pm CST
The political confrontation between DMK and actor Vijay's TVK party has escalated over the Karur stampede that killed 41 people. DMK criticizes Vijay for not visiting victims' families, while TVK claims the government is creating obstacles to prevent such visits. The tragedy occurred at Vijay's overcrowded political rally, with compensation announced and arrests made amid ongoing blame exchanges.
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.
Karnataka Caste Census Survey Extended to October 19: CM Siddaramaiah Announces School Holidays for Completion
Oct 07, 2025 10:08 pm CST
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has extended the deadline for the state's Caste Census (Social-Economic and Academic Survey) to October 19, 2023, declaring holidays for government schools to facilitate completion. With varying completion rates across districts (97% in Koppal but only 36% in Bengaluru), the government has mobilized 1.2 lakh teachers and 1.6 lakh staff for this comprehensive population survey that began on September 2.
Kamal Haasan Calls for Accountability at Karur Stampede Site Where 41 Died at TVK Rally
Oct 06, 2025 08:32 pm CST
Makkal Needhi Maiam chief Kamal Haasan visited the site of the tragic Karur stampede that killed 41 people at a TVK rally led by actor Vijay. Haasan emphasized accountability and expressed condolences to victims' families while praising Chief Minister MK Stalin's leadership. A Special Investigation Team is probing the incident as senior TVK leaders face serious charges and court scrutiny over safety violations.
Deadly Cough Syrup Tragedy: Families Lose Children and Livelihoods in Madhya Pradesh
Oct 06, 2025 02:28 am CST
Families in Madhya Pradesh are devastated after 11 children died from contaminated Coldrif Cough Syrup, causing kidney failure. Parents sold homes, vehicles, and mortgaged land to save their children, only to face heartbreak and financial ruin. Despite government compensation of Rs 4 lakh per victim, bereaved families demand justice over financial aid as they struggle with profound loss and emptied savings.
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.
Calcutta High Court Demands Reports from CESC and KMC Following Multiple Electrocution Deaths Due to Waterlogging
Sep 25, 2025 10:04 pm CST
The Calcutta High Court has taken suo motu cognizance of multiple electrocution deaths in Kolkata due to waterlogging, demanding reports from both CESC Ltd and the Kolkata Municipal Corporation by November 7. Following accusations of negligence by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, the court seeks clarification on safety protocols, emergency response mechanisms, and compensation for victims' families, with the state already announcing Rs 2 lakh for each affected family.
'Serial Rapist' Gets Life Sentence For Assaulting Minor Girl In UP
Sep 25, 2025 12:21 am CST
A special court in Bahraich on Wednesday sentenced a 32-year-old man to life imprisonment for kidnapping and sexually assaulting a seven-year-old girl, officials said.
Need "Civic Consciousness": Mamata Banerjee After Kolkata Deluge
Sep 24, 2025 10:05 pm CST
Kolkata flooded after six hours of unprecedented rain, Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee blamed it partly on the garbage dumped on roads, which, she said, interfered with the drainage system and urged the people to have some civic sense.
State vs Discom Blame Game Over Electrocution Deaths During Kolkata Deluge
Sep 24, 2025 04:18 pm CST
A day after West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee accused power utility CESC of negligence leading to electrocution deaths in Kolkata and nearby areas yesterday, the discom has disowned responsibility