Tamil Nadu police
Chennai Police Investigates 342 Bomb Threats Since April: Anti-Terrorism Squad Takes Over
Nov 12, 2025 04:28 pm CST
Greater Chennai Police has transferred investigation of 342 bomb threats received since April to the Anti-Terrorism Squad. Commissioner A Arun confirmed all threats are treated seriously, with evidence suggesting they may originate from within the city despite IP-masking techniques. Security measures have been intensified following Delhi's recent blast, with special attention to foreign consulates and key city junctions.
Tamil Nadu Police Bust Multi-Crore Iridium Scam: 27 More Arrested in Statewide Operation
Oct 25, 2025 11:13 pm CST
Tamil Nadu's Crime Branch-CID has arrested 27 more individuals in connection with a widespread "Iridium scam" that defrauded victims using fake RBI credentials. The operation spanned 15 districts, targeting gangs who claimed to facilitate lucrative sales of the rare metal. Authorities have warned the public against schemes promising extraordinary returns through iridium sales.
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.
Tamil Nadu Police Defends Security Measures After Fatal Stampede at Actor Vijay's Political Rally
Sep 28, 2025 09:45 pm CST
Following a tragic stampede that claimed 40 lives at actor-politician Vijay's rally in Karur, Tamil Nadu police have defended their security arrangements, stating they deployed 500 officers for the high-risk event. ADGP Davidson Devasirvatham explained that security was proportionate to the expected turnout, with one officer per 50 attendees. The incident occurred amid delays and crowd impatience, with TVK and police offering conflicting accounts of responsibility for the tragedy.
Madras High Court to Hear Petition Seeking Ban on Actor Vijay's TVK Rallies Following Deadly Stampede
Sep 28, 2025 05:22 pm CST
The Madras High Court will consider a petition from a stampede victim requesting a ban on TVK political rallies led by actor Vijay until the Karur tragedy investigation concludes. The incident, which resulted in 40 deaths and approximately 100 injuries, has been attributed to poor planning and mismanagement. The petitioner argues that public safety must take precedence over assembly rights.
Tamil Nadu Police Officers Sentenced to 11 Years for Teen's Custodial Death in Landmark Ruling
Sep 26, 2025 06:34 pm CST
In a groundbreaking verdict, the Madurai District and Sessions Court has sentenced four police officers to 11 years imprisonment for the 2019 custodial death of 17-year-old Muthu Karthik. The court also ordered investigation against other officers for evidence tampering and mandated action against medical professionals who concealed torture evidence, marking a rare instance of accountability in custodial death cases in Tamil Nadu.