Karur Stampede
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Karur stampede eyewitness makes shocking claim: 'Some carrying knives attacked youths at TVK rally'
Tamil Nadu | Sep 30, 2025, 11:20 PM ISTKarur stampede: The tragedy during TVK chief Vijay's rally in Karur district on Saturday claimed 41 lives and injured dozens.
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TVK leader booked over GenZ movement post amid backlash against Vijay over Karur stampede
Tamil Nadu | Sep 30, 2025, 08:09 PM ISTIn his now-deleted post, Aadhav had called on young people to come together in a movement akin to the Gen Z-led protests in Sri Lanka and Nepal.
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Karur stampede: TVK's Vijay says he is in deep pain, accuses Stalin of seeking revenge amid huge row
Tamil Nadu | Sep 30, 2025, 07:49 PM ISTVijay said he will soon meet the victims and conveyed deepest condolences to the family who are grieving due to the loss.
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Karur stampede: Two TVK leaders sent to 14-day judicial custody; NDA panel visits mishap site
Tamil Nadu | Sep 30, 2025, 03:50 PM ISTAuthorities have charged the accused under multiple sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, including Section 105 (culpable homicide not amounting to murder), Section 110 (attempt to commit culpable homicide), Section 125 (endangering life) and Section 223 (disobedience to an order).
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Karur Stampede: DMK MP Kanimozhi Calls for Unity, Urges Support for Victims
News | Sep 30, 2025, 03:38 PM ISTKarur Stampede: DMK MP Kanimozhi urges people to set aside blame and stand together in support of the victims of the Karur stampede. In a heartfelt plea, she emphasizes the need for solidarity during this difficult time as families of the victims cope with the tragedy.
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Karur stampede: TVK district secretary Mathyiyalagan nabbed after FIR names 3 party leaders
Tamil Nadu | Sep 29, 2025, 11:09 PM ISTTamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has formed an inquiry commission under the leadership of former Chief Justice Aruna Jagatheesan to probe Karur stampede.
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Karur stampede: FIR says Vijay's extended stay inside vehicle led to overcrowding
Tamil Nadu | Sep 29, 2025, 06:14 PM ISTAlthough no case has been filed against the actor, the police have registered an FIR against three prominent TVK leaders in connection with the stampede — Karur North district secretary Mathiazhagan, state general secretary Bussy Anand and deputy general secretary Nirmal Kumar.
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Karur stampede: CM Stalin forms commission to probe mishap; NDA delegation to visit incident site
Tamil Nadu | Sep 29, 2025, 04:27 PM ISTThe Tamil Nadu CM said action against those responsible will be taken after the commission’s probe. He also said rules will be formulated on public gatherings at such events after holding consultations with all political parties.
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Karur stampede: Death count rises to 41; Rahul Gandhi speaks to Tamil Nadu CM Stalin, Vijay
India | Sep 29, 2025, 10:55 AM ISTKarur stampede: The youngest victim was a 2-year-old boy. A 28-year-old woman and her two daughters, both aged less than 10; a 24-year-old man and a 24-year-old woman who were set to get married soon were among the victims.
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Karur stampede: Madras High Court to hear today Vijay's TVK's plea seeking CBI probe
Chennai | Sep 29, 2025, 10:24 AM ISTKarur stampede: At least 41 people, including 18 women and 10 children, died in a stampede that broke out during Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief and actor Vijay's rally in Tamil Nadu's Karur on September 27.
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Vijay receives bomb threat day after Karur stampede; security tightened at TVK chief's Chennai home
Chennai | Sep 28, 2025, 11:40 PM ISTKarur stampede: Security was tightened at TVK chief Vijay's residence in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. This comes a day after the stampede at his rally in Karur in which 40 people were killed.
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Karur stampede: No stone-pelting at Vijay's rally, TVK flouted rules, says Tamil Nadu top cop
Tamil Nadu | Sep 28, 2025, 05:44 PM ISTKarur stampede: Tamil Nadu ADGP Davidson Devasirvatham said the organisers had sought permission for a gathering of 12,000 people, adding that the police had deployed adequate personnel. However, Vijay arrived at venue only by 6 pm.
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Karur stampede: Vijay announces financial support for affected families as death count rises to 40
Tamil Nadu | Sep 28, 2025, 01:36 PM ISTKarur stampede: As a gesture of support, Vijay announced that Rs 20 lakh will be provided to each family that has lost a loved one, while Rs 2 lakh will be given to those injured and receiving medical treatment.
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Vijay Karur stampede: Death count rises to 40; TVK moves Madras HC seeking CBI probe | Highlights
India | Sep 28, 2025, 10:36 PM ISTTVK Vijay rally stampede: Vijay has announced that Rs 20 lakh would be given to the families of those who lost their lives at a stampede during his party's rally in Karur on September 27. The actor-politician said he is deeply anguished over the incident.
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All you need to know about actor Vijay's TVK and its ideological alignment
Tamil Nadu | Sep 28, 2025, 12:01 AM IST51-year-old Vijay, who has worked in more than 60 movies, founded the TVK on February 2, 2024, stating that he would contest the 2026 assembly elections in Tamil Nadu. He remains the party's president.
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TVK chief Vijay's first reaction to Karur stampede: 'My heart is shattered'
Tamil Nadu | Sep 27, 2025, 11:46 PM ISTKarur stampede: In his first reaction following the deadly incident, Vijay also paid condolence to those who lost their lives in the stampede, while praying for a quick recovery of the injured.
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6-hour delay, 30,000 people: What caused the stampede at TVK rally in Tamil Nadu's Karur
Tamil Nadu | Sep 27, 2025, 10:50 PM ISTKarur stampede: Permission was sought for 10,000 people, but a massive 30,000 turned up for TVK chief Vijay's Rally in Tamil Nadu's Karur. 31 peple have died till now in the tragedy.
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Tamil Nadu Stampede: 36 dead during TVK chief Vijay's rally in Karur; PM Modi reacts | Highlights
Chennai | Sep 28, 2025, 12:05 AM ISTTamil Nadu Stampede Highlights: Chief Minister MK Stalin has taken cognisance of the incident and will also visit Karur to take a stock of the situation. He also directed officials to provide immediate assistance to the injured.
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Karur stampede: TVK chief Vijay's rally turns into tragedy, 36 dead, over 70 injured | Top updates
Tamil Nadu | Sep 28, 2025, 12:12 AM ISTAt least 36 people were killed in a stampede in Tamil Nadu's Karur, where TVK chief Vijay was holding a rally. Overcrowding during the event led to chaos, eventually leading to a stampede.