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Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal announced on Monday that he was now on India’s indigenously developed instant messaging app, Arattai. “Nothing beats the feeling of using a #Swadeshi product. So proud to be on @Arattai, a #MadeInIndia messaging platform that brings India closer…,” Goyal said in a post on X. Arattai, which means “casual talk” or “chit-chat” in Tamil, “is a simple, secure and free instant messaging app” to connect with family and friends and requires a mobile number to register. Arattai app has been developed by the Zoho Corporation, which has over 10 years of experience in building communication and collaboration software for enterprises, according to the company’s website.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canadian-government-lists-lawrence-bishnoi-gang-as-a-terrorist-entity-1759151566717">Canadian government lists Lawrence Bishnoi gang as a ‘terrorist entity’</a>&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Nothing beats the feeling of using a <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Swadeshi?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Swadeshi</a> product. So proud to be on <a href="https://twitter.com/Arattai?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Arattai</a>, a <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MadeInIndia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MadeInIndia</a> messaging platform that brings India closer. 🇮🇳 My team and I are on board and are looking forward to also connecting with you here: <a href="https://t.co/iA5Zq6Ih0L">https://t.co/iA5Zq6Ih0L</a> <a href="https://t.co/vI8zp1tNzO">pic.twitter.com/vI8zp1tNzO</a>&mdash; Piyush Goyal (@PiyushGoyal) <a href="https://twitter.com/PiyushGoyal/status/1972607908216262726?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 29, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>‘Easy-to-use simple, secure, and Indian-made instant messaging app’</h2>&nbsp;The app’s website says, “Arattai is an easy-to-use, instant messaging app that helps you stay connected. It is simple, secure, and Indian-made.”“True to its name, it can be used to ‘arattai’ with your friends and family,” the app says.“With Arattai you can send texts and voice notes, make audio/video calls, share photos, documents, stories, and much more,” it adds.The data is stored in India; all conversations and titles are encrypted in storage, it affirms.&nbsp;WATCH: Is 'Arattai' App By Zoho India's Answer to WhatsApp? App Surges Past WhatsApp in India<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/is-arattai-app-by-zoho-india-s-answer-to-whatsapp-app-surges-past-whatsapp-in-india-1759150223475/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/is-arattai-app-by-zoho-india-s-answer-to-whatsapp-app-surges-past-whatsapp-in-india-1759150223475/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>‘All data encrypted and stored in India’</h2>&nbsp;Arattai was created out of the vision to create an instant messaging application that’s simple, secure, and Indian-made. You can use the app to send messages, media, and documents, make audio and video calls, share stories and create channels, it said.According to the app, all the data is encrypted at storage and it stores all data in India.“Our secret chat feature provides end-to-end encryption for all the messages sent while using the feature. All calls made through Arattai are end-to-end encrypted,” it said.As all calls made through the app are over the internet and hence they are not chargeable, the app said. “An active internet connection is all that is needed to make calls around the world,” it said.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-sahyog-not-instrument-of-censorship-rules-karnataka-hc-elon-musk-s-x-to-appeal-order-1759148207833">‘Sahyog’ not instrument of censorship, rules Karnataka HC; Elon Musk’s X to appeal order</a>

The instant messaging app Arattai has been developed by the Zoho Corporation, which has over 10 years of experience in building communication and collaboration software for enterprises. It says all the data is encrypted at storage and is stored in India.

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal announced on Monday that he was now on India’s indigenously developed instant messaging app, Arattai. “Nothing beats the feeling of using a #Swadeshi product. So proud to be on @Arattai, a #MadeInIndia messaging platform that brings India closer…,” Goyal said in a post on X. Arattai, which means “casual talk” or “chit-chat” in Tamil, “is a simple, secure and free instant messaging app” to connect with family and friends and requires a mobile number to register. Arattai app has been developed by the Zoho Corporation, which has over 10 years of experience in building communication and collaboration software for enterprises, according to the company’s website. Also Read: Canadian government lists Lawrence Bishnoi gang as a ‘terrorist entity’

The instant messaging app Arattai has been developed by the Zoho Corporation, which has over 10 years of experience in building communication and collaboration software for enterprises. It says all the data is encrypted at storage and is stored in India.

‘Swadeshi product’: Union Minister Piyush Goyal logs into Arattai messaging platform

Russian Embassy's deputy chief of mission Roman Babushkin, talking about India-Russia defence cooperation, has said that Brahmos missiles have an "absolutely unlimited potential for upgradation". BrahMos, a supersonic cruise missile, is a product of an India-Russia joint venture, combining Indian DRDO and Russian NPOM expertise. BrahMos was conceived in the mid-1990s amid India's push for advanced cruise missile capabilities.The top Russian diplomat said that this upgrade in "terms of its tactical parameters" &amp; "certainly one of the best examples of advanced and trusted defence cooperation between any 2 countries that can happen". Brahmos was used by India to thwart Pakistan's attack, after Rawalpindi launched an attack on India, post the counter-terror operation, Operation Sindoor. It has been exported as well, to the Philippines, with a $375M deal with more countries keen to buy.Asked about more future defence cooperation, Babushkin said, "We have a very advanced dialogue with India on all types of defence cooperation which is available right now...sharing right now with India, based on our modern war experience". He added, "We really, as the only country in the world, can offer to India sophisticated weapons like 5th generation fighter jets, common joint production of its components and licensed production".Both India, Russia are currently working on the upcoming visit of Russian President Putin to India in the month of December. Describing the upcoming visit as a landmark, the Russian diplomat pointed out that this year, both countries are celebrating 15 years of Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership. He was hopeful about labour market mobility between the 2 countries, as in "Russia, we need a labour force, people to work in Russian industry, India has an excessive labour force" and this makes a "perfect sense of mutual complementarians, which can play very well".On the presence of Indians in the Russian army, he said, "This is a problem of great mutual concern. From the very beginning, we kept saying the Russian army doesn't need Indians to fight. We have never recruited intentionally." As per the latest Indian data, 27 Indian nationals are presently serving in the Russian army, and the Indian government has strongly urged all Indian nationals to stay away from the offers being made to serve in the Russian army, as they are fraught with danger and risk to life. DCM Babushkin pointed to a mechanism of coordination by the Indian embassy in Moscow and the Russian defence ministry to resolve such matters.

Brahmos was used by India to thwart Pakistan's attack, after Rawalpindi launched an attack on India, post the counter-terror operation, Operation Sindoor.

Russian Embassy's deputy chief of mission Roman Babushkin, talking about India-Russia defence cooperation, has said that Brahmos missiles have an "absolutely unlimited potential for upgradation". BrahMos, a supersonic cruise missile, is a product of an India-Russia joint venture, combining Indian DRDO and Russian NPOM expertise. BrahMos was conceived in the mid-1990s amid India's push for advanced cruise missile capabilities. The top Russian diplomat said that this upgrade in "terms of its tactical parameters" & "certainly one of the best examples of advanced and trusted defence cooperation between any 2 countries that can happen". Brahmos was used by India to thwart Pakistan's attack, after Rawalpindi launched an attack on India, post the counter-terror operation, Operation Sindoor. It has been exported as well, to the Philippines, with a $375M deal with more countries keen to buy. Asked about more future defence cooperation, Babushkin said, "We have a very advanced dialogue with India on all types of defence cooperation which is available right now...sharing right now with India, based on our modern war experience". He added, "We really, as the only country in the world, can offer to India sophisticated weapons like 5th generation fighter jets, common joint production of its components and licensed production". Both India, Russia are currently working on the upcoming visit of Russian President Putin to India in the month of December. Describing the upcoming visit as a landmark, the Russian diplomat pointed out that this year, both countries are celebrating 15 years of Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership. He was hopeful about labour market mobility between the 2 countries, as in "Russia, we need a labour force, people to work in Russian industry, India has an excessive labour force" and this makes a "perfect sense of mutual complementarians, which can play very well". On the presence of Indians in the Russian army, he said, "This is a problem of great mutual concern. From the very beginning, we kept saying the Russian army doesn't need Indians to fight. We have never recruited intentionally." As per the latest Indian data, 27 Indian nationals are presently serving in the Russian army, and the Indian government has strongly urged all Indian nationals to stay away from the offers being made to serve in the Russian army, as they are fraught with danger and risk to life. DCM Babushkin pointed to a mechanism of coordination by the Indian embassy in Moscow and the Russian defence ministry to resolve such matters.

Brahmos was used by India to thwart Pakistan's attack, after Rawalpindi launched an attack on India, post the counter-terror operation, Operation Sindoor.

Brahmos has absolutely unlimited potential for upgradation: Top Russian diplomat Roman Babushkin

An Indian-origin couple from Australia has issued an apology on Monday (Sep 29) after a video of them kissing during a Garba event in Vadodara, Gujarat, went viral on social media. The video also triggered criticism for the couple online. The clip, made on Sep 26 at the United Way Garba in Kalali ground, shows that the couple is dancing energetically before the husband lifts his wife and kisses her on the lips. This event is one of the world’s biggest Navratri celebrations and draws around 30,000-35,000 people every night, including many NRIs.&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">The NRI couple has issued a formal apology after their kssing video at a Garba event in Vadodara went viral. The couple were called to the police station after the United Way Garba event. They are Australian nationals of Indian origin. They issued a written apology. <a href="https://t.co/0dsOk0jWD9">pic.twitter.com/0dsOk0jWD9</a>&mdash; Sensei Kraken Zero (@YearOfTheKraken) <a href="https://twitter.com/YearOfTheKraken/status/1972207505251225649?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 28, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

As the video went viral on social media, some online users called it “obscene” and said that it disrespected the religious and cultural spirit of the Navratri festival. While some people defended the act, calling it a simple display of affection and not offensive.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/what-keeps-the-mighty-himalayas-aloft-study-debunks-100-year-old-theory-1759145723932">What keeps the mighty Himalayas aloft? Study debunks 100-year-old theory</a>&nbsp;Several people also filed complaints at the Atladra Police Station against the Indian-origin couple. The police then tracked down the couple and called them in. Following the backlash, the couple submitted a written apology at the station and admitted their mistake. After the apology, they were allowed to leave without any legal case. A senior officer confirmed that the two later returned to Australia.&nbsp;Police also state that the man and woman were married for 16 years and are the parents of two children. Currently, they are based in Australia and had travelled to Vadodara to visit their parents and participate in the garba celebrations.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/massive-sinkhole-opens-in-bangkok-swallows-cars-electricity-pole-watch-1758790059770">Massive sinkhole opens in Bangkok, swallows cars, electricity pole - WATCH</a>&nbsp;The couple were identified as Pratik Patel, originally from Manjalpur, and his wife, from Anand. Both were among thousands who attended the United Way Garba, a major event of Gujarat’s Navratri festivities.

The incident took place on Sep 26 during the United Way Garba, held at the Kalali ground in Vadodara, Gujarat.

An Indian-origin couple from Australia has issued an apology on Monday (Sep 29) after a video of them kissing during a Garba event in Vadodara, Gujarat, went viral on social media. The video also triggered criticism for the couple online. The clip, made on Sep 26 at the United Way Garba in Kalali ground, shows that the couple is dancing energetically before the husband lifts his wife and kisses her on the lips. This event is one of the world’s biggest Navratri celebrations and draws around 30,000-35,000 people every night, including many NRIs.

The incident took place on Sep 26 during&nbsp;the United Way Garba, held at the Kalali ground in Vadodara, Gujarat.

NRI couple apologises, leave India after kissing video at garba goes viral on social media

The Apex Body Leh has announced its decision to withdraw from negotiations, stating it will not engage with the Ministry of Home Affairs' High-Powered Committee (HPC) until peace and normalcy are fully restored in the region.&nbsp;At a press conference today, Thupstan Chhewang, Chairman Leh Apex Body (LAB) expressed disappointment over the unfulfilled expectations following Ladakh's designation as a Union Territory. "We anticipated that granting Ladakh UT status would ensure justice and protect our rights and identity," a spokesperson stated. "However, the decision to establish the UT without legislative safeguards, coupled with the abrogation of Article 370, has stripped away the protections that once preserved our unique identity and rights."&nbsp;To secure our fundamental rights, we were compelled to protest. Initially, the Central Government offered assurances, but no tangible actions followed. Our four core demands have remained consistent from the outset.&nbsp;Tragically, the administration resorted to excessive force, resulting in the loss of four lives. We are deeply saddened by this tragedy. Despite ongoing communication with the Central Government and plans to attend a scheduled meeting with the Home Ministry tomorrow, the current unrest has led us to suspend participation in any talks until peace is restored. The Apex Body urges the Home Ministry to take immediate steps to stabilise the situation and address our concerns.&nbsp;<h2>MHA says ‘govt always open for dialogue’</h2>The Ministry of Home Affairs issued a statement saying, “Government has always been open for dialogues on Ladakh matters with Apex Body Leh (ABL) and Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) at any time.”&nbsp;“We would continue to welcome the discussion with ABL and KDA through the HPC on Ladakh or any such platform. The dialogue mechanism established with Apex Body Leh (ABL) and Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) through the High Powered Committee (HPC) on Ladakh has yielded good results till date in the form of increased reservations to the Scheduled Tribes of Ladakh, providing women reservation in LAHDCs and protection to local languages. The process of recruitment for 1800 posts in government has already commenced in UT of Ladakh,” the statement added. “We are confident that continuous dialogue would yield the desired results in near future.”&nbsp;Meanwhile, the District Magistrate of Leh allowed relaxation in curfew, ordering the reopening of groceries, essential services, hardware and vegetable shops between 10 am to 2 pm.

At a press conference today, Thupstan Chhewang, Chairman Leh Apex Body (LAB) expressed disappointment over the unfulfilled expectations following Ladakh's designation as a Union Territory.

The Apex Body Leh has announced its decision to withdraw from negotiations, stating it will not engage with the Ministry of Home Affairs' High-Powered Committee (HPC) until peace and normalcy are fully restored in the region. At a press conference today, Thupstan Chhewang, Chairman Leh Apex Body (LAB) expressed disappointment over the unfulfilled expectations following Ladakh's designation as a Union Territory. "We anticipated that granting Ladakh UT status would ensure justice and protect our rights and identity," a spokesperson stated. "However, the decision to establish the UT without legislative safeguards, coupled with the abrogation of Article 370, has stripped away the protections that once preserved our unique identity and rights." To secure our fundamental rights, we were compelled to protest. Initially, the Central Government offered assurances, but no tangible actions followed. Our four core demands have remained consistent from the outset. Tragically, the administration resorted to excessive force, resulting in the loss of four lives. We are deeply saddened by this tragedy. Despite ongoing communication with the Central Government and plans to attend a scheduled meeting with the Home Ministry tomorrow, the current unrest has led us to suspend participation in any talks until peace is restored. The Apex Body urges the Home Ministry to take immediate steps to stabilise the situation and address our concerns. MHA says ‘govt always open for dialogue’ The Ministry of Home Affairs issued a statement saying, “Government has always been open for dialogues on Ladakh matters with Apex Body Leh (ABL) and Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) at any time.” “We would continue to welcome the discussion with ABL and KDA through the HPC on Ladakh or any such platform. The dialogue mechanism established with Apex Body Leh (ABL) and Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) through the High Powered Committee (HPC) on Ladakh has yielded good results till date in the form of increased reservations to the Scheduled Tribes of Ladakh, providing women reservation in LAHDCs and protection to local languages. The process of recruitment for 1800 posts in government has already commenced in UT of Ladakh,” the statement added. “We are confident that continuous dialogue would yield the desired results in near future.” Meanwhile, the District Magistrate of Leh allowed relaxation in curfew, ordering the reopening of groceries, essential services, hardware and vegetable shops between 10 am to 2 pm.

At a press conference today, Thupstan Chhewang, Chairman Leh Apex Body (LAB), expressed disappointment over the unfulfilled expectations following Ladakh's designation as a Union Territory.

Leh Apex Body withdraws from talks with centre, MHA says ‘govt always open for dialogue’

The government of Canada has listed the Lawrence Bishnoi gang as a terrorist entity, following calls from Conservative and NDP politicians. Canada’s Minister of Public Safety, Gary Anandasangaree, announced on Monday that the Government of Canada has listed the Bishnoi Gang as a terrorist entity under the Criminal Code. A press release issued by the Ministry of Public Safety said that the gang had met the legal definition of a terrorist group, adding that its activities “target specific communities to create a climate of fear and intimidation." The Bishnoi Gang, named after its leader Lawrence Bishnoi, has been linked to a number of high-profile criminal activities, including extortion, smuggling, and murder both in India and abroad. The gang has increasingly come under international scrutiny in recent years.&nbsp;“Every person in Canada has the right to feel safe in their home and community and as a government it is our fundamental responsibility to protect them. Specific communities have been targeted for terror, violence and intimidation by the Bishnoi Gang. Listing this group of criminal terrorists gives us more powerful and effective tools to confront and put a stop to their crimes,” said Anandasangaree.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Today, our government listed the Bishnoi Gang as a terrorist entity. Violence, terror, and the intimidation of communities will never be tolerated in Canada. We’re taking action to combat these threats: <a href="https://t.co/LO49Bhxg7F">https://t.co/LO49Bhxg7F</a>&mdash; Gary Anandasangaree (@gary_srp) <a href="https://twitter.com/gary_srp/status/1972644828270956700?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 29, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;“The Bishnoi Gang is a transnational criminal organization operating primarily out of India. They have a presence in Canada and are active in areas with significant diaspora communities. The Bishnoi Gang engages in murder, shootings and arson, and generates terror through extortion and intimidation. They create a climate of insecurity in these communities by targeting them, their prominent community members, businesses, and cultural figures. Listing the Bishnoi Gang will help Canadian security, intelligence, and law enforcement agencies in combatting their crimes and making communities safer,” then ministry said.&nbsp;&nbsp;“The Bishnoi Gang has met the definition of a “terrorist group” under Canada’s Criminal Code. A terrorist listing means anything owned by that group in Canada, property, vehicles, money can be frozen or seized and gives Canadian law enforcement more tools to prosecute terrorist offences, including those related to financing, travel and recruitment,” said a release issued by the Ministry of Public Safety.&nbsp;&nbsp;Acts of violence and terror have no place in Canada, especially those that target specific communities to create a climate of fear and intimidation, it added.&nbsp;After the listing, now it will be a criminal offence for anyone in Canada and Canadians abroad to knowingly deal with any property owned or controlled by the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. Moreover, directly or indirectly providing property knowing that it will be used by or benefit the gang will also amount to an offence. The Criminal Code listing can now be used by immigration and border officials to inform decisions on admissibility to Canada under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act.&nbsp;&nbsp;

A terrorist listing means anything owned by that group in Canada, property, vehicles, money can be frozen or seized and gives Canadian law enforcement more tools to prosecute terrorist offences, including those related to financing, travel and recruitment, said the Ministry of Public Safety.

The government of Canada has listed the Lawrence Bishnoi gang as a terrorist entity, following calls from Conservative and NDP politicians. Canada’s Minister of Public Safety, Gary Anandasangaree, announced on Monday that the Government of Canada has listed the Bishnoi Gang as a terrorist entity under the Criminal Code. A press release issued by the Ministry of Public Safety said that the gang had met the legal definition of a terrorist group, adding that its activities “target specific communities to create a climate of fear and intimidation." The Bishnoi Gang, named after its leader Lawrence Bishnoi, has been linked to a number of high-profile criminal activities, including extortion, smuggling, and murder both in India and abroad. The gang has increasingly come under international scrutiny in recent years. “Every person in Canada has the right to feel safe in their home and community and as a government it is our fundamental responsibility to protect them. Specific communities have been targeted for terror, violence and intimidation by the Bishnoi Gang. Listing this group of criminal terrorists gives us more powerful and effective tools to confront and put a stop to their crimes,” said Anandasangaree.

A terrorist listing means anything owned by that group in Canada, property, vehicles, money can be frozen or seized and gives Canadian law enforcement more tools to prosecute terrorist offences, including those related to financing, travel and recruitment, said the Ministry of Public Safety.

Canadian government lists Lawrence Bishnoi gang as ‘terrorist entity’

Navratri 2025 is the celebration in honour of nine forms of Maa Durga. Believers of the goddess keep fast and do rituals in order to seek her blessings which will remain constant over them. In these nine days, every day represent all the nine divine feminine forms that showcases the fierceness and the powerfulness of the goddess. Let's get you dig into the article more, as we have covered all the questions regarding the eighth form &nbsp;of Maa Durga that is Mahagauri.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/pushpa-mission-majnu-animal-and-more-rashmika-mandana-movies-to-watch-on-ott-platforms-1758958445278">Pushpa, Mission Majnu, Animal, and more: Rashmika Mandana movies to watch on OTT platforms</a><h2>Who is Maa Mahagauri?&nbsp;</h2>8th day of Navratri 2025 is devoted to Mata Mahagauri, popularly imaged as a fair skin goddess, wearing a beautiful white saree along with her ride, sitting on top of a white bull that depicts her calmness, peace and saint energy. The real story that holds behind her fair skin is when the Parvati Mata was lean wholly to win Lord Shiva, making her skin darken with the time. After giving all her life doing tapas and penance makes the Lord Shiva happy and cleansed her skin by sprinkling the holy water that turns her skin into radiant and fair glowing and got married to her. It is said that the goddess is the peaceful form among the rest eight forms of Navadurga that resolves all your sins and bad thoughts as the result of worshipping her on this auspicious day. The name of the goddess holds a meaning which showcase the first half of her name ‘Maha’, means great, and ‘Gauri’, means fair or white.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/navratri-2025-day-7-mata-kaalratri-the-fierce-form-of-maa-durga-1758949538082">Navratri 2025: Day-7- Mata Kaalratri-The fierce form of Maa Durga</a><h2>Navratri 2025: Significance of Day 8th&nbsp;</h2>Navratri 2025 8th Day is a day of immense purity, peace, and spirituality as on this day devotees worship the goddess Mahagauri which cleanses the soul of an individual and gives immense calmness to them. Generally the eight number is popularly known to be as the most important day and that to be devoted to the profound god makes it more important in various traditions as to regeneration, and transformation in one's life. Worshipping the goddess on this day particularly takes you to seeking forgiveness for all past wrongs.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/fan-of-andrew-garfield-7-movies-of-the-heartthrob-you-can-t-resist-1759139380262">Fan of Andrew Garfield? 7 movies of the Hollywood heartthrob you can't resist</a><h2>Eighth day colour, flower, and offering to Maa Mahagauri</h2>Eighth day of Navratri 2025 is based on the pink colour which is said to be favourable by the goddess Mahagauri. She gets impressed by it and provides her devotees utmost empathy, love and peace. On the other hand, flowers like Arabian Jasmine also known as Mogra are offered to Maa Mahagauri which symbolize purity and beauty within herself. Coconut is her favourite prasad, which devotees should offer to her. &nbsp; &nbsp;

Navratri 2025 is going towards the end. The eighth day is worshipped in the honor of goddess Mahagauri who depicts herself as the portrayal of peace and purity. Let's see what is the story of the goddess, the significance the 8th day holds and what to present as the offerings? 

Navratri 2025 is the celebration in honour of nine forms of Maa Durga. Believers of the goddess keep fast and do rituals in order to seek her blessings which will remain constant over them. In these nine days, every day represent all the nine divine feminine forms that showcases the fierceness and the powerfulness of the goddess. Let's get you dig into the article more, as we have covered all the questions regarding the eighth form of Maa Durga that is Mahagauri. Also Read: Pushpa, Mission Majnu, Animal, and more: Rashmika Mandana movies to watch on OTT platforms Who is Maa Mahagauri? 8th day of Navratri 2025 is devoted to Mata Mahagauri, popularly imaged as a fair skin goddess, wearing a beautiful white saree along with her ride, sitting on top of a white bull that depicts her calmness, peace and saint energy. The real story that holds behind her fair skin is when the Parvati Mata was lean wholly to win Lord Shiva, making her skin darken with the time. After giving all her life doing tapas and penance makes the Lord Shiva happy and cleansed her skin by sprinkling the holy water that turns her skin into radiant and fair glowing and got married to her. It is said that the goddess is the peaceful form among the rest eight forms of Navadurga that resolves all your sins and bad thoughts as the result of worshipping her on this auspicious day. The name of the goddess holds a meaning which showcase the first half of her name ‘Maha’, means great, and ‘Gauri’, means fair or white. Also Read: Navratri 2025: Day-7- Mata Kaalratri-The fierce form of Maa Durga Navratri 2025: Significance of Day 8th Navratri 2025 8th Day is a day of immense purity, peace, and spirituality as on this day devotees worship the goddess Mahagauri which cleanses the soul of an individual and gives immense calmness to them. Generally the eight number is popularly known to be as the most important day and that to be devoted to the profound god makes it more important in various traditions as to regeneration, and transformation in one's life. Worshipping the goddess on this day particularly takes you to seeking forgiveness for all past wrongs. Also Read: Fan of Andrew Garfield? 7 movies of the Hollywood heartthrob you can't resist Eighth day colour, flower, and offering to Maa Mahagauri Eighth day of Navratri 2025 is based on the pink colour which is said to be favourable by the goddess Mahagauri. She gets impressed by it and provides her devotees utmost empathy, love and peace. On the other hand, flowers like Arabian Jasmine also known as Mogra are offered to Maa Mahagauri which symbolize purity and beauty within herself. Coconut is her favourite prasad, which devotees should offer to her.

Navratri 2025 is reaching the end. The eighth day is worshipped in the honor of goddess Mahagauri who depicts herself as the portrayal of peace and purity. Let's see what is the story of the goddess, significance the 8th day holds and what to present as the offerings?&nbsp;

Navratri 2025: Day-8- Goddess Mahagauri shows purity and peace

First Information Report (FIR) filed by Tamil Nadu Police revealed that Actor-politician Vijay stayed inside his vehicle for a long time during his rally at Velusamypuram in Karur for an extended period on September 27, which led to a stampede killing at least 41. While no case has been filed against Vijay, police have booked three key leaders of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), according to a report in PTI.&nbsp;A TVK source told PTI that police advised Vijay not to meet the victims’ families, given the sensitive law and order situation. Videos from TVK’s social media showed massive crowds as Vijay repeatedly appeared atop his campaign truck to greet supporters.&nbsp;The three TVK important functionaries named in the FIR include the party's Karur North district secretary Mathiazhagan, state general secretary Bussy Anand, and deputy general secretary Nirmal Kumar.&nbsp;A police official told that they have been booked under sections 105 (culpable homicide not amounting to murder), 110 (attempt to commit culpable homicide), 125 (endangering life of others), and 223 (disobedience to order), of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, along with section 3 of the Tamil Nadu Public Property (Preventing of Damage and Loss) Act 1992.<h3>Panic after structures collapse</h3>Police stated that the crowd moved forward after people tried to catch a glimpse of Vijay. Several people attempted to climb the steel sheds and trees for a better view. But these structures collapsed, people fell below, resulting in panic, trampling, and suffocation.&nbsp;The cramped venue intensified the chaos, prompting police to resort to a lathi-charge to control the crowd. Many who collapsed were taken to the Karur government hospital. A senior police officer admitted that the tragedy could have been prevented with proper planning and crowd control.&nbsp;In the aftermath, Vijay was advised against visiting the hospital where the injured were admitted. According to a TVK source, police felt his presence might trigger additional crowding.

The three TVK important functionaries named in the FIR include the party's Karur North district secretary Mathiazhagan, state general secretary Bussy Anand, and deputy general secretary Nirmal Kumar.

First Information Report (FIR) filed by Tamil Nadu Police revealed that Actor-politician Vijay stayed inside his vehicle for a long time during his rally at Velusamypuram in Karur for an extended period on September 27, which led to a stampede killing at least 41. While no case has been filed against Vijay, police have booked three key leaders of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), according to a report in PTI. A TVK source told PTI that police advised Vijay not to meet the victims’ families, given the sensitive law and order situation. Videos from TVK’s social media showed massive crowds as Vijay repeatedly appeared atop his campaign truck to greet supporters. The three TVK important functionaries named in the FIR include the party's Karur North district secretary Mathiazhagan, state general secretary Bussy Anand, and deputy general secretary Nirmal Kumar. A police official told that they have been booked under sections 105 (culpable homicide not amounting to murder), 110 (attempt to commit culpable homicide), 125 (endangering life of others), and 223 (disobedience to order), of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, along with section 3 of the Tamil Nadu Public Property (Preventing of Damage and Loss) Act 1992. Panic after structures collapse Police stated that the crowd moved forward after people tried to catch a glimpse of Vijay. Several people attempted to climb the steel sheds and trees for a better view. But these structures collapsed, people fell below, resulting in panic, trampling, and suffocation. The cramped venue intensified the chaos, prompting police to resort to a lathi-charge to control the crowd. Many who collapsed were taken to the Karur government hospital. A senior police officer admitted that the tragedy could have been prevented with proper planning and crowd control. In the aftermath, Vijay was advised against visiting the hospital where the injured were admitted. According to a TVK source, police felt his presence might trigger additional crowding.

The three TVK important functionaries named in the FIR include the party's Karur North district secretary Mathiazhagan, state general secretary Bussy Anand, and deputy general secretary Nirmal Kumar.

Karur Stampede: Did Vijay stay in the vehicle for too long at the rally? THIS is what FIR revealed

&nbsp;A tense political situation prevails between actor-politician Vijay's fledgling TVK party and Tamil Nadu's ruling DMK. This comes two days after the tragic stampede at Vijay's political rally in the state's Karur district claimed 41 lives and resulted in more than 50 people being hospitalized. TVK's legal representative Arivalagan has made serious allegations linking the stampede and 41 deaths to the ruling DMK and its Ex-minister Senthil Balaji, a regional strongman from Karur. TVK has approached the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court, urging that the case be probed by India's Central Bureau of Investigation(CBI), rather than Tamil Nadu Police.&nbsp;&nbsp;Referring to the incidents over the weekend, Arivalagan alleged that DMK, its Ex-Minister Senthil Balaji and his aides had exploited the poor arrangements made by the Tamil Nadu Police, and laid a major conspiratorial trap for actor-politician Vijay. He stated that their party cadre and commoners from the region informed the TVK of a conspiracy, and that the related proof has been shared with the Court. He also pointed out that a slipper was hurled at Vijay during the campaign, when Vijay mocked and criticized DMK's local strongman Senthil Balaji. He wad implying that a Vijay fan or TVK party cadre would not have done so.&nbsp;In their plea, TVK has urged the Court to ensure that the CCTV footage from the incident sitebe retained safely, and that VIjay be permitted to meet the bereaved families and injured persons.&nbsp;&nbsp;While the DMK has not directly responded to those allegations so far, the ruling party continues to be highly critical of actor-politician Vijay who immediately left the venue and travelled back to Chennai, about 400kms away, after the mishap. DMK has been lashing out at Vijay and his party for not standing with the victims during such a dire situation, and approaching the Court instead. The DMK has also been highlighting how the Chief Minister, party officials and other mininsters from the region had met the victims and offered succour, ensured action by the authorities.&nbsp;<h2>Calls for a CBI probe gain traction&nbsp;</h2> &nbsp;In addition to the TVK, the Tamil Nadu BJP and the PMK have been emphasizing the need for a CBI probe into this incident and the need to ascertain the root cause. Annamalai, a former Police officer who had headed the Tamil Nadu BJP,&nbsp;emphasized that various aspects must be probed by the CBI -"how did the crowd get agitated? Who threw the slipper at Vijay? Did a few miscreants infiltrate the crowd and create trouble?".PMK's Anbumani Ramadoss accused the DMK Government of playing politics with a tragic and sad event. He also questioned the authorities for not granting a proper venue and making suitable arrangements based on the crowd estimates. He stressed on the need for a CBI probe and was against a probe by the Tamil Nadu Police.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>Criticism against Vijay</h2> While BJP's Annamalai did not lash out at Vijay for the tragedy, he criticized the planning and execution of Vijay's political rally. "Vijay has every right to go anywhere and campaign, and people have right to go and watch anybody. It is the Government's duty to facilitate and provide security. However, Vijay must be more responsible. He campaigns only during Saturdays when women and children turn up in large numbers and there are big crowds. He is doing this despite knowing the risks fully well."&nbsp;He also questioned why Vijay was campaigning at a single spot in every district, as opposed to multiple campaign stops in every district. He reasoned that campaigning at multiple spots in a single district would prevent overcrowding and congestion.&nbsp;PMK's Anbumani Ramadoss also criticised Vijay's delayed arrival to the event and pointed out the need for a leader to be responsible towards his followers.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>What the Tamil Nadu Police said...</h2> &nbsp;Tamil Nadu Police maintain that they permitted the event at the said venue suggested by the TVK, after considering that the earlier two venues suggested by the TVK party were deemed unfit for a dense crowd. It was stated that 500 personnel were deployed on site for security duty for Vijay's event. Police officials contrasted this to 137 personnel that were deployed at the same venue for the recent election campaign of AIADMK leader and Leader of Opposition Edappadi Palaniswami, which went on smoothly.&nbsp;Police emphasised that the participants' cooperation is necessary to conduct the event smoothly. Police also pointed out the possibility of the crowd getting restless owing to the delay in the arrival of Vijay. Police said that their investigation is in the preliminary stage while also refusing to reveal more, given that the retired judge is also probing the matter based on government instructions.&nbsp;

TVK has approached the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court, urging that the case be probed by India's Central Bureau of Investigation(CBI), rather than Tamil Nadu Police.

A tense political situation prevails between actor-politician Vijay's fledgling TVK party and Tamil Nadu's ruling DMK. This comes two days after the tragic stampede at Vijay's political rally in the state's Karur district claimed 41 lives and resulted in more than 50 people being hospitalized. TVK's legal representative Arivalagan has made serious allegations linking the stampede and 41 deaths to the ruling DMK and its Ex-minister Senthil Balaji, a regional strongman from Karur. TVK has approached the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court, urging that the case be probed by India's Central Bureau of Investigation(CBI), rather than Tamil Nadu Police. Referring to the incidents over the weekend, Arivalagan alleged that DMK, its Ex-Minister Senthil Balaji and his aides had exploited the poor arrangements made by the Tamil Nadu Police, and laid a major conspiratorial trap for actor-politician Vijay. He stated that their party cadre and commoners from the region informed the TVK of a conspiracy, and that the related proof has been shared with the Court. He also pointed out that a slipper was hurled at Vijay during the campaign, when Vijay mocked and criticized DMK's local strongman Senthil Balaji. He wad implying that a Vijay fan or TVK party cadre would not have done so. In their plea, TVK has urged the Court to ensure that the CCTV footage from the incident sitebe retained safely, and that VIjay be permitted to meet the bereaved families and injured persons. While the DMK has not directly responded to those allegations so far, the ruling party continues to be highly critical of actor-politician Vijay who immediately left the venue and travelled back to Chennai, about 400kms away, after the mishap. DMK has been lashing out at Vijay and his party for not standing with the victims during such a dire situation, and approaching the Court instead. The DMK has also been highlighting how the Chief Minister, party officials and other mininsters from the region had met the victims and offered succour, ensured action by the authorities. Calls for a CBI probe gain traction In addition to the TVK, the Tamil Nadu BJP and the PMK have been emphasizing the need for a CBI probe into this incident and the need to ascertain the root cause. Annamalai, a former Police officer who had headed the Tamil Nadu BJP, emphasized that various aspects must be probed by the CBI -"how did the crowd get agitated? Who threw the slipper at Vijay? Did a few miscreants infiltrate the crowd and create trouble?". PMK's Anbumani Ramadoss accused the DMK Government of playing politics with a tragic and sad event. He also questioned the authorities for not granting a proper venue and making suitable arrangements based on the crowd estimates. He stressed on the need for a CBI probe and was against a probe by the Tamil Nadu Police. Criticism against Vijay While BJP's Annamalai did not lash out at Vijay for the tragedy, he criticized the planning and execution of Vijay's political rally. "Vijay has every right to go anywhere and campaign, and people have right to go and watch anybody. It is the Government's duty to facilitate and provide security. However, Vijay must be more responsible. He campaigns only during Saturdays when women and children turn up in large numbers and there are big crowds. He is doing this despite knowing the risks fully well." He also questioned why Vijay was campaigning at a single spot in every district, as opposed to multiple campaign stops in every district. He reasoned that campaigning at multiple spots in a single district would prevent overcrowding and congestion. PMK's Anbumani Ramadoss also criticised Vijay's delayed arrival to the event and pointed out the need for a leader to be responsible towards his followers. What the Tamil Nadu Police said... Tamil Nadu Police maintain that they permitted the event at the said venue suggested by the TVK, after considering that the earlier two venues suggested by the TVK party were deemed unfit for a dense crowd. It was stated that 500 personnel were deployed on site for security duty for Vijay's event. Police officials contrasted this to 137 personnel that were deployed at the same venue for the recent election campaign of AIADMK leader and Leader of Opposition Edappadi Palaniswami, which went on smoothly. Police emphasised that the participants' cooperation is necessary to conduct the event smoothly. Police also pointed out the possibility of the crowd getting restless owing to the delay in the arrival of Vijay. Police said that their investigation is in the preliminary stage while also refusing to reveal more, given that the retired judge is also probing the matter based on government instructions.

TVK has approached the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court, urging that the case be probed by India's Central Bureau of Investigation(CBI), rather than Tamil Nadu Police.&nbsp;

‘DMK conspiracy’: Vijay's party TVK on 41 deaths in Karur stampede

The Karnataka High Court has ruled that the Centre’s ‘SAHYOG’ portal is not an instrument of censorship, and will instead help streamline communication between authorised agencies and intermediaries. Justice M Nagaprasanna passed the judgment while dismissing a petition filed by Elon Musk-owned X Corp challenging the Union Government’s recently-launched Sahyog portal, which is used to automate notices for removing unlawful online content. X, formerly Twitter, said that it would appeal the Karnataka High Court’s decision. The Sahyog portal was set up last year to allow state police and other authorised government agencies to send takedown notices to social media platforms. X argued that Sahyog is a broad and illegal censorship regime that would leave it with criminal liability if it did not comply.&nbsp;&nbsp;The court said regulation of social media was “the need of the hour” and stressed that microblogging platforms cannot be allowed to operate without oversight. “Social media companies cannot be allowed to work unregulated in India,” the court said.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-now-weeks-and-tweets-make-a-difference-jaishankar-bats-for-de-risking-flags-market-uncertainty-1759090568834">‘Now, weeks and tweets make a difference’: Jaishankar bats for de-risking, flags market uncertainty</a><h2>‘Indian marketplaces cannot be treated as a playground’</h2>&nbsp;“Article 19 remains the charter of rights for citizens only. The protective embrace of Article 19 cannot be invoked by those who are not citizens,” the court noted.“American jurisprudence cannot be transported to Indian judicial thought process,” the bench remarked while criticising X for refusing to comply with India’s takedown orders while adhering to United States laws.&nbsp;Concluding its order, the bench said, “No social media platform can take exemption from the laws of the land. Indian marketplaces cannot be treated as a playground.”&nbsp;<h2>‘Sahyog threatens platforms with criminal liability for non-compliance,’ says X</h2>&nbsp;“This new regime has no basis in the law, circumvents Section 69A of the IT Act, violates Supreme Court rulings, and infringes Indians’ constitutional rights to freedom of speech and expression,” the Global Government Affairs team of X wrote on its handle @globalaffairs on the platform. “We will appeal this order to defend free expression.”&nbsp;Sahyog enables officers to order content removal based solely on allegations of “illegality”, without judicial review or due process for speakers, and threatens platforms with criminal liability for non-compliance, X said.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/shutdown-looms-as-republicans-slam-democrats-ahead-of-crucial-white-house-meeting-with-trump-1759088779470">Shutdown looms as Republicans slam Democrats ahead of crucial White House meeting with Trump</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;

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“We respectfully disagree with the view that we have no right to raise these concerns because of our incorporation abroad — X contributes significantly to public discourse in India and the voice of our users is at the heart of our platform. We will appeal this order to defend free expression,” X said.The company also noted that the ruling contradicts the Bombay High Court’s recent decision striking down a similar framework as unconstitutional. Karnataka High Court’s Justice M Nagaprasanna had on Wednesday (24 September dismissed X Corp.’s petition challenging the authority of government officials to issue content takedown orders under the Information Technology Act, 2000. The bench stressed on regulation of social media, especially in cases of offences against women. WATCH: US-South Korea Trade Deal in Limbo Amid Visa Tensions, Seoul Says $350 BN Cash Payment Unrealistic<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-south-korea-trade-deal-in-limbo-amid-visa-tensions-seoul-says-350-bn-cash-payment-unrealistic-1759148441711/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-south-korea-trade-deal-in-limbo-amid-visa-tensions-seoul-says-350-bn-cash-payment-unrealistic-1759148441711/embed</a>

The Karnataka High Court said regulation of social media was “the need of the hour” and stressed that microblogging platforms cannot be allowed to operate without oversight. The bench stressed on regulation of social media, especially in cases of offences against women.

The Karnataka High Court has ruled that the Centre’s ‘SAHYOG’ portal is not an instrument of censorship, and will instead help streamline communication between authorised agencies and intermediaries. Justice M Nagaprasanna passed the judgment while dismissing a petition filed by Elon Musk-owned X Corp challenging the Union Government’s recently-launched Sahyog portal, which is used to automate notices for removing unlawful online content. X, formerly Twitter, said that it would appeal the Karnataka High Court’s decision. The Sahyog portal was set up last year to allow state police and other authorised government agencies to send takedown notices to social media platforms. X argued that Sahyog is a broad and illegal censorship regime that would leave it with criminal liability if it did not comply. The court said regulation of social media was “the need of the hour” and stressed that microblogging platforms cannot be allowed to operate without oversight. “Social media companies cannot be allowed to work unregulated in India,” the court said. Also Read: ‘Now, weeks and tweets make a difference’: Jaishankar bats for de-risking, flags market uncertainty ‘Indian marketplaces cannot be treated as a playground’ “Article 19 remains the charter of rights for citizens only. The protective embrace of Article 19 cannot be invoked by those who are not citizens,” the court noted. “American jurisprudence cannot be transported to Indian judicial thought process,” the bench remarked while criticising X for refusing to comply with India’s takedown orders while adhering to United States laws. Concluding its order, the bench said, “No social media platform can take exemption from the laws of the land. Indian marketplaces cannot be treated as a playground.” ‘Sahyog threatens platforms with criminal liability for non-compliance,’ says X “This new regime has no basis in the law, circumvents Section 69A of the IT Act, violates Supreme Court rulings, and infringes Indians’ constitutional rights to freedom of speech and expression,” the Global Government Affairs team of X wrote on its handle @globalaffairs on the platform. “We will appeal this order to defend free expression.” Sahyog enables officers to order content removal based solely on allegations of “illegality”, without judicial review or due process for speakers, and threatens platforms with criminal liability for non-compliance, X said. Also Read: Shutdown looms as Republicans slam Democrats ahead of crucial White House meeting with Trump

The Karnataka High Court said regulation of social media was “the need of the hour” and stressed that microblogging platforms cannot be allowed to operate without oversight. The bench stressed on regulation of social media, especially in cases of offences against women.

‘Sahyog’ not instrument of censorship, rules Karnataka HC; Elon Musk’s X to appeal order

In a shocking incident, a seven-year-old boy was beaten to death with a rolling pin by his mother for demanding chicken for lunch. The incident took place in Maharashtra's Palghar on Sunday (September 29). The woman also assaulted her 10-year-old daughter, using a chapati roller (rolling pin), following which she needed medical attention.&nbsp;According to police, the boy has been identified as Chinmay Ganesh Ghumde, who asked his mother, Pallavi Ghumde, to cook a chicken dish. Enraged by the request, the 40-year-old allegedly attacked her children with a rolling pin.&nbsp;Despite the boy's critical state, the mother allegedly refused to take him to the hospital. Chinmay succumbed to his injuries on the spot, while his 10-year-old sister sustained serious wounds and is currently receiving treatment at a nearby hospital.Officials said the horrific attack came to light when neighbours heard the children’s cries.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/palestinians-to-stay-in-gaza-israel-will-coexist-peacefully-trump-s-21-point-plan-revealed-note-it-might-shock-netanyahu-1758985106410">Palestinians to stay in Gaza, Israel will coexist ‘peacefully’: Trump’s 21-point plan REVEALED. Note: It might shock Netanyahu</a>&nbsp;“The mother initially denied killing his son. She told neighbours that his son died due to jaundice. But when the neighbours saw the boy covered with injuries, they alerted us immediately,” said a police official.&nbsp;Teams from the local police, the crime branch, and the sub-divisional office rushed to the scene.&nbsp;The woman was taken into custody soon after the incident. According to the initial investigation, officials said she is allegedly experiencing mental issues and is living separately from her husband.&nbsp;The police have registered a case of murder at Palghar police station and confirmed that further investigation is underway. The rolling pin, which was allegedly used in the attack, was also seized.

According to police, the boy has been identified as Chinmay Ganesh Ghumde, who asked his mother, Pallavi Ghumde, to cook a chicken dish. Enraged by the request, the 40-year-old allegedly attacked her children with a rolling pin.



In a shocking incident, a seven-year-old boy was beaten to death with a rolling pin by his mother for demanding chicken for lunch. The incident took place in Maharashtra's Palghar on Sunday (September 29). The woman also assaulted her 10-year-old daughter, using a chapati roller (rolling pin), following which she needed medical attention. According to police, the boy has been identified as Chinmay Ganesh Ghumde, who asked his mother, Pallavi Ghumde, to cook a chicken dish. Enraged by the request, the 40-year-old allegedly attacked her children with a rolling pin. Despite the boy's critical state, the mother allegedly refused to take him to the hospital. Chinmay succumbed to his injuries on the spot, while his 10-year-old sister sustained serious wounds and is currently receiving treatment at a nearby hospital. Officials said the horrific attack came to light when neighbours heard the children’s cries. Also read: Palestinians to stay in Gaza, Israel will coexist ‘peacefully’: Trump’s 21-point plan REVEALED. Note: It might shock Netanyahu “The mother initially denied killing his son. She told neighbours that his son died due to jaundice. But when the neighbours saw the boy covered with injuries, they alerted us immediately,” said a police official. Teams from the local police, the crime branch, and the sub-divisional office rushed to the scene. The woman was taken into custody soon after the incident. According to the initial investigation, officials said she is allegedly experiencing mental issues and is living separately from her husband. The police have registered a case of murder at Palghar police station and confirmed that further investigation is underway. The rolling pin, which was allegedly used in the attack, was also seized.

According to police, the boy has been identified as Chinmay Ganesh Ghumde, who asked his mother, Pallavi Ghumde, to cook a chicken dish. Enraged by the request, the 40-year-old allegedly attacked her children with a rolling pin.&nbsp;

Maharashtra: Mother beats son to death for demanding chicken dish

Following a stampede at a Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) event in India's Karur, actor-turned-politician Vijay's residence in Chennai received a bomb threat. This came after 41 people lost their lives in the unfortunate incident. The Chennai Police received the threat via a call, after which security was deployed outside Vijay's Neelankarai home.&nbsp;Moreover, a bomb disposal team was also deployed outside the politician's house, along with sniffer dogs.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/palestinians-to-stay-in-gaza-israel-will-coexist-peacefully-trump-s-21-point-plan-revealed-note-it-might-shock-netanyahu-1758985106410">Palestinians to stay in Gaza, Israel will coexist ‘peacefully’: Trump’s 21-point plan REVEALED. Note: It might shock Netanyahu</a>&nbsp;After the shocking incident, Vijay announced a financial compensation of ₹20 lakh each to the families of the deceased victims, and ₹2 lakh each to those who had been injured and were undergoing medical treatment in the hospital. Among those who lost their lives were 18 women, 13 men, and five young girls and boys each. The polician also posted on X saying, "This amount is, of course, not significant in the face of such a loss. Still, at this moment, it is my duty as one who belongs to your family to stand by you, my dear ones, with a heavy heart."&nbsp;“The faces of all of you whom I have met keep flashing through my mind. The more I think of my loved ones who show affection and care, the more my heart slips further from its place,” Vijay added.&nbsp;Vijay's party seeks CBI probe&nbsp;Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Monday urged people not to spread disinformation on social media over the Karur tragedy that claimed the lives of 40 people amid a stampede at actor-politician Vijay’s rally, who was campaigning for the upcoming election on Saturday (September 27, 2025). In a video message, he said," A Lot of disinformation is circulating on social media regarding the Karur tragedy. Irrespective of party affiliations, those who died are our Tamil people." He also stressed collective responsibility to prevent such incidents and said guidelines will be framed to conduct such events/gatherings after a retired judge-led panel submits its report.&nbsp;The Tamizhaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) has requested the Madras High Court transfer the probe of the Karur tragedy to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), citing concerns over the impartiality of the Tamil Nadu Police. A plea was filed by Aadhav Arjuna, General Secretary of TVK’s Election Campaign Management, accusing the state government and police of acting in a partisan manner, according to a report in News 18.&nbsp;The petition alleges that TVK rallies were assigned cramped and inappropriate venues, the power supply was repeatedly cut during events, and miscreants infiltrated the Karur rally, pelting stones and slippers at actor-politician Vijay and the crowd.

After the shocking incident, Vijay announced a financial compensation of ₹20 lakh each to the families of the deceased victims, and ₹2 lakh each to those who had been injured and were undergoing medical treatment in the hospital.

Following a stampede at a Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) event in India's Karur, actor-turned-politician Vijay's residence in Chennai received a bomb threat. This came after 41 people lost their lives in the unfortunate incident. The Chennai Police received the threat via a call, after which security was deployed outside Vijay's Neelankarai home. Moreover, a bomb disposal team was also deployed outside the politician's house, along with sniffer dogs. Also read: Palestinians to stay in Gaza, Israel will coexist ‘peacefully’: Trump’s 21-point plan REVEALED. Note: It might shock Netanyahu After the shocking incident, Vijay announced a financial compensation of ₹20 lakh each to the families of the deceased victims, and ₹2 lakh each to those who had been injured and were undergoing medical treatment in the hospital. Among those who lost their lives were 18 women, 13 men, and five young girls and boys each. The polician also posted on X saying, "This amount is, of course, not significant in the face of such a loss. Still, at this moment, it is my duty as one who belongs to your family to stand by you, my dear ones, with a heavy heart." “The faces of all of you whom I have met keep flashing through my mind. The more I think of my loved ones who show affection and care, the more my heart slips further from its place,” Vijay added. Vijay's party seeks CBI probe Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Monday urged people not to spread disinformation on social media over the Karur tragedy that claimed the lives of 40 people amid a stampede at actor-politician Vijay’s rally, who was campaigning for the upcoming election on Saturday (September 27, 2025). In a video message, he said," A Lot of disinformation is circulating on social media regarding the Karur tragedy. Irrespective of party affiliations, those who died are our Tamil people." He also stressed collective responsibility to prevent such incidents and said guidelines will be framed to conduct such events/gatherings after a retired judge-led panel submits its report. The Tamizhaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) has requested the Madras High Court transfer the probe of the Karur tragedy to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), citing concerns over the impartiality of the Tamil Nadu Police. A plea was filed by Aadhav Arjuna, General Secretary of TVK’s Election Campaign Management, accusing the state government and police of acting in a partisan manner, according to a report in News 18. The petition alleges that TVK rallies were assigned cramped and inappropriate venues, the power supply was repeatedly cut during events, and miscreants infiltrated the Karur rally, pelting stones and slippers at actor-politician Vijay and the crowd.

After the shocking incident, Vijay announced a financial compensation of ₹20 lakh each to the families of the deceased victims, and ₹2 lakh each to those who had been injured and were undergoing medical treatment in the hospital

Karur stampede: Bomb threat to Vijay’s house after 41 people died; probe on

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Monday urged people not to spread disinformation on social media over the Karur tragedy that claimed the lives of 40 people amid a stampede at actor-politician Vijay’s rally, who was campaigning for the upcoming election on Saturday (September 27, 2025).&nbsp;In a video message, he said," A Lot of disinformation is circulating on social media regarding the Karur tragedy. Irrespective of party affiliations, those who died are our Tamil people." He also stressed collective responsibility to prevent such incidents and said guidelines will be framed to conduct such events/gatherings after a retired judge-led panel submits its report.&nbsp;“In this hour of grief, let us avoid such irresponsible posts. &nbsp;Once the Govt-appointed committee Retired Judge's report is out, we will formulate guidelines on how to conduct such events/gatherings. &nbsp;It is our Collective duty to ensure that such incidents don't recur,” he added.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">கரூரில் நடந்துள்ள துயரம் குறித்து சமூக வலைத்தளங்களில் அவதூறுகளையும் - வதந்திகளையும் பரப்ப வேண்டாம். அனைவரும் பொறுப்புடன் நடந்துகொள்ள வேண்டும்.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/KarurTragedy?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#KarurTragedy</a> <a href="https://t.co/Ihum9qIWNY">pic.twitter.com/Ihum9qIWNY</a>&mdash; M.K.Stalin - தமிழ்நாட்டை தலைகுனிய விடமாட்டேன் (@mkstalin) <a href="https://twitter.com/mkstalin/status/1972571284346482763?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 29, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Meanwhile, Vijay Thalapathy’s party, Tamizhaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), questioned the overnight postmortem of 39 bodies, raising concerns about the number of qualified doctors, the haste in conducting procedures, and why many were performed after 6 PM, outside usual practice hours.<h3>Vijay's TVK seeks CBI probe into ‘Karur Stampede’</h3>The Tamizhaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) has requested the Madras High Court transfer the probe of the Karur tragedy to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), citing concerns over the impartiality of the Tamil Nadu Police. A plea was filed by Aadhav Arjuna, General Secretary of TVK’s Election Campaign Management, accusing the state government and police of acting in a partisan manner, according to a report in News 18.&nbsp;The petition alleges that TVK rallies were assigned cramped and inappropriate venues, the power supply was repeatedly cut during events, and miscreants infiltrated the Karur rally, pelting stones and slippers at actor-politician Vijay and the crowd.&nbsp;It further claims that police lathi-charged innocent participants, while ambulances without patients fuelled panic, leading to the stampede that killed 41 people, including nine children, on Saturday. The plea seeks a CBI investigation for impartiality, the seizure of CCTV footage from around the rally site, and an interim order permitting Vijay and party members to meet victims and their families without hindrance.

Vijay’s party, Tamizhaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), questioned the overnight postmortem of 39 bodies, raising concerns about the number of qualified doctors, the haste in conducting procedures, and why many were performed after 6 PM, outside usual practice hours.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Monday urged people not to spread disinformation on social media over the Karur tragedy that claimed the lives of 40 people amid a stampede at actor-politician Vijay’s rally, who was campaigning for the upcoming election on Saturday (September 27, 2025). In a video message, he said," A Lot of disinformation is circulating on social media regarding the Karur tragedy. Irrespective of party affiliations, those who died are our Tamil people." He also stressed collective responsibility to prevent such incidents and said guidelines will be framed to conduct such events/gatherings after a retired judge-led panel submits its report. “In this hour of grief, let us avoid such irresponsible posts. Once the Govt-appointed committee Retired Judge's report is out, we will formulate guidelines on how to conduct such events/gatherings. It is our Collective duty to ensure that such incidents don't recur,” he added.

Vijay’s party, Tamizhaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), questioned the overnight postmortem of 39 bodies, raising concerns about the number of qualified doctors, the haste in conducting procedures, and why many were performed after 6 PM, outside usual practice hours.

Karur Stampede: Tamil Nadu CM warns against fake news on social media; Vijay's party seeks CBI probe

Six months after the Pahalgam terror attack, Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha announced the reopening of 12 additional tourist destinations across the Jammu and Kashmir divisions. This builds on the earlier success of making 16 out of 48 identified tourist spots accessible to visitors. With today’s announcement, a total of 28 destinations is now open, revitalizing tourism in the region.The decision was taken after a hhigh-levelsecurity review and discussion in the Unified Headquarters meeting. Seven tourist spots in Kashmir Division including Aru Valley, Rafting Point Yanner, Akkad Park, Padshahi Park, Kaman Post and five in Jammu Division including Dagan Top, Ramban, Dhaggar in Kathua, Shiv Cave in Salal, Reasi have been reopened from today.Tourism stakeholders in Jammu and Kashmir have expressed immense relief and optimism following the government's decision to reopen additional tourist destinations. With the vibrant autumn season approaching, they believe this move will significantly boost tourism, drawing visitors to the region's stunning landscapes. They have also urged the authorities to expedite the reopening of all remaining tourism sites before the onset of the winter tourism season to maximize economic opportunities and showcase the region's year-round appeal.''I highly appreciate the decision of Hon'ble LG to reopen the 12 tourist places. People were thinking due to the closure of these places whether it is still safe to go to these places. This is a very wise decision and that too in the Puja holiday season followed by winter tourism. I would request the LG that few destinations are still closed, and those places should be thrown open as well. It's a great confidence building measure to make tourists feel safer. We have faced a lot of loss this year, the market is zero and tourism is at its lowest '' said Tariq Ghani, President, Chamber of Commerce.Tourists visiting the Kashmir Valley have praised the initiatives of the Lieutenant Governor's administration. They believe that reopening these destinations will boost visitor confidence, attracting more people to explore the Valley's scenic beauty and cultural heritage.''I am very happy. It's a great decision that I will get to see all those places which were closed earlier. It's a good step. It's been very safe, Security is taken care of and it's great to visit Kashmir and I would recommend it to my friends, it's the most beautiful place I have ever been to, '' Anoop Kaur, Tourist.Tourists note that as social media users share posts about these newly reopened destinations, awareness will grow, drawing increasing numbers of visitors to explore the Valley's attractions.''We came yesterday to the Valley, It's a great news that they have opened these places and we will get to see these places. People will also benefit from it. It will also help the locals associated with tourism. Social media users visiting these places will also send across a message of peace. Kashmir was the only place I had not visited but it felt like home. The Kashmiriyat is amazing, their hospitality is amazing. Food, people here are so good, '' said Nirali, a tourist.As the Autumn and Winter seasons approach, tourism stakeholders in the Kashmir Valley are optimistic, anticipating a fully booked season with record-breaking numbers of visitors drawn to the region's breathtaking landscapes and vibrant culture. &nbsp;

With the vibrant autumn season approaching, they believe this move will significantly boost tourism, drawing visitors to the region's stunning landscapes. 

Six months after the Pahalgam terror attack, Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha announced the reopening of 12 additional tourist destinations across the Jammu and Kashmir divisions. This builds on the earlier success of making 16 out of 48 identified tourist spots accessible to visitors. With today’s announcement, a total of 28 destinations is now open, revitalizing tourism in the region. The decision was taken after a hhigh-levelsecurity review and discussion in the Unified Headquarters meeting. Seven tourist spots in Kashmir Division including Aru Valley, Rafting Point Yanner, Akkad Park, Padshahi Park, Kaman Post and five in Jammu Division including Dagan Top, Ramban, Dhaggar in Kathua, Shiv Cave in Salal, Reasi have been reopened from today. Tourism stakeholders in Jammu and Kashmir have expressed immense relief and optimism following the government's decision to reopen additional tourist destinations. With the vibrant autumn season approaching, they believe this move will significantly boost tourism, drawing visitors to the region's stunning landscapes. They have also urged the authorities to expedite the reopening of all remaining tourism sites before the onset of the winter tourism season to maximize economic opportunities and showcase the region's year-round appeal. ''I highly appreciate the decision of Hon'ble LG to reopen the 12 tourist places. People were thinking due to the closure of these places whether it is still safe to go to these places. This is a very wise decision and that too in the Puja holiday season followed by winter tourism. I would request the LG that few destinations are still closed, and those places should be thrown open as well. It's a great confidence building measure to make tourists feel safer. We have faced a lot of loss this year, the market is zero and tourism is at its lowest '' said Tariq Ghani, President, Chamber of Commerce. Tourists visiting the Kashmir Valley have praised the initiatives of the Lieutenant Governor's administration. They believe that reopening these destinations will boost visitor confidence, attracting more people to explore the Valley's scenic beauty and cultural heritage. ''I am very happy. It's a great decision that I will get to see all those places which were closed earlier. It's a good step. It's been very safe, Security is taken care of and it's great to visit Kashmir and I would recommend it to my friends, it's the most beautiful place I have ever been to, '' Anoop Kaur, Tourist. Tourists note that as social media users share posts about these newly reopened destinations, awareness will grow, drawing increasing numbers of visitors to explore the Valley's attractions. ''We came yesterday to the Valley, It's a great news that they have opened these places and we will get to see these places. People will also benefit from it. It will also help the locals associated with tourism. Social media users visiting these places will also send across a message of peace. Kashmir was the only place I had not visited but it felt like home. The Kashmiriyat is amazing, their hospitality is amazing. Food, people here are so good, '' said Nirali, a tourist. As the Autumn and Winter seasons approach, tourism stakeholders in the Kashmir Valley are optimistic, anticipating a fully booked season with record-breaking numbers of visitors drawn to the region's breathtaking landscapes and vibrant culture.

&nbsp;With the vibrant autumn season approaching, they believe this move will significantly boost tourism, drawing visitors to the region's stunning landscapes.&nbsp;

Tourists, stake holders welcome reopening of 12 tourism spots in Jammu and Kashmir

India-Pakistan cricket rivalry was on display once again at the final of Asia Cup 2025. This decades-old tussle reflects political tensions. From refused handshakes to cancelled tours, here are five instances of India-Pak tensions spilling into the cricket field.



Asia Cup final showdown not the first: Five times India-Pakistan political rivalry invaded the cricket pitch

Delhi, the national capital of India, recorded an unusually hot day on Monday, with the minimum temperature climbing to 28.2°C, five degrees above normal and the hottest September morning in six years. The same temperature was reported on Sunday, signalling persistently hot nights at a time when temperatures typically begin to ease. The city last saw a higher September minimum in 2019, when 29.6°C was logged on September 12.&nbsp;The Capital also remained harsh under daytime heat, with the maximum temperature on Sunday rising to 38.1°C, three degrees above the seasonal average and the hottest September day in two years. The previous higher maximum was recorded on September 5, 2023, at 38.6°C.<h3>What is the reason behind the increase in heat in Delhi?</h3>Delhi has witnessed the hot spell due to the absence of rain-bearing systems because the Southwest monsoon withdrew from Delhi on September 24 — marking its earliest retreat since 2002. The national capital has witnessed the rise in temperature even after Northwest India saw 42% surplus rainfall this September, as per the report by the Indian Express.&nbsp;Following the early retreat of the monsoon, Delhi’s soaring temperatures are being driven by clear skies that intensified daytime heating and high humidity that limited cooling at night. Relative humidity hovered between 56 per cent and 76 per cent through the day, with the moisture acting like a blanket and trapping heat near the surface. Persistent easterly winds kept humidity levels high, denying residents night-time relief.&nbsp;Over the past 24 hours, easterly winds with speeds up to 20 kmph have prevailed over the city, as per the IMD. The wind pattern has also aided air quality by preventing smoke from farm fires up north.&nbsp;The Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) data indicated that 130 stubble-burning cases have been reported so far this season, with 90 in Punjab, 27 in Uttar Pradesh, 6 each in Haryana and Madhya Pradesh, and 1 in Rajasthan. Punjab and Haryana are frequently blamed for the increase in air pollution in Delhi after the harvesting of the paddy crop in October and November.&nbsp;It has begun emerging since September 15, impacting the air quality of Delhi. On September 29, 2025, a farmer was also booked from Dera Bassi under Section 223 in the season’s first FIR against stubble burning in Mohali, as per the report in the news agency PTI.&nbsp;On Sunday, Delhi’s 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) was marked at 139 (“moderate”) at 4 pm, making a narrow improvement from Saturday’s 169, which was also the highest of the city since June 13.

Delhi’s soaring temperatures are being driven by clear skies that intensified daytime heating and high humidity that limited cooling at night. Relative humidity hovered between 56% and 76% through the day, with the moisture acting like a blanket and trapping heat near the surface.

Delhi, the national capital of India, recorded an unusually hot day on Monday, with the minimum temperature climbing to 28.2°C, five degrees above normal and the hottest September morning in six years. The same temperature was reported on Sunday, signalling persistently hot nights at a time when temperatures typically begin to ease. The city last saw a higher September minimum in 2019, when 29.6°C was logged on September 12. The Capital also remained harsh under daytime heat, with the maximum temperature on Sunday rising to 38.1°C, three degrees above the seasonal average and the hottest September day in two years. The previous higher maximum was recorded on September 5, 2023, at 38.6°C. What is the reason behind the increase in heat in Delhi? Delhi has witnessed the hot spell due to the absence of rain-bearing systems because the Southwest monsoon withdrew from Delhi on September 24 — marking its earliest retreat since 2002. The national capital has witnessed the rise in temperature even after Northwest India saw 42% surplus rainfall this September, as per the report by the Indian Express. Following the early retreat of the monsoon, Delhi’s soaring temperatures are being driven by clear skies that intensified daytime heating and high humidity that limited cooling at night. Relative humidity hovered between 56 per cent and 76 per cent through the day, with the moisture acting like a blanket and trapping heat near the surface. Persistent easterly winds kept humidity levels high, denying residents night-time relief. Over the past 24 hours, easterly winds with speeds up to 20 kmph have prevailed over the city, as per the IMD. The wind pattern has also aided air quality by preventing smoke from farm fires up north. The Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) data indicated that 130 stubble-burning cases have been reported so far this season, with 90 in Punjab, 27 in Uttar Pradesh, 6 each in Haryana and Madhya Pradesh, and 1 in Rajasthan. Punjab and Haryana are frequently blamed for the increase in air pollution in Delhi after the harvesting of the paddy crop in October and November. It has begun emerging since September 15, impacting the air quality of Delhi. On September 29, 2025, a farmer was also booked from Dera Bassi under Section 223 in the season’s first FIR against stubble burning in Mohali, as per the report in the news agency PTI. On Sunday, Delhi’s 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) was marked at 139 (“moderate”) at 4 pm, making a narrow improvement from Saturday’s 169, which was also the highest of the city since June 13.

Delhi’s soaring temperatures are being driven by clear skies that intensified daytime heating and high humidity that limited cooling at night. Relative humidity hovered between 56% and 76% through the day, with the moisture acting like a blanket and trapping heat near the surface.

Delhi feels the burn: Why the national capital is facing its hottest September in 6 Years

The controversy surrounding the India-Pakistan final at the Asia Cup in Dubai on Sunday (Sep 28), where the Men in Blue beat their cricketing foe by five wickets, has got everybody involved, including Indian politicians. After Prime Minister Narendra Modi reacted to the victory by calling it "OperationSindoor on the games field", Union minister Kiran Rijiju reacted to pacer Jasprit Bumrah's now-viral 'plane down' gesture.&nbsp;Taking to his x handle Rijiju hailed India's victory against it arch rival and bashed the Men in Green saying, &nbsp;"Pakistan deserves this punishment."&nbsp;What happened during the match&nbsp;Indian fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah gave a ‘fighter jet’ send-off to Haris Rauf after breaking his off stump during the final of the Asia Cup.&nbsp;In the 18th over, Bumrah clean bowled Rauf off a searing Yorker; after which he gave the Pakistani seamer a taste of his own medicine. During this innings, Rauf had scored just six runs, including a lucky boundary off an edge earlier in the same over.&nbsp;Bumrah's gesture came after Rauf during the the Super Four match between the two teams a few days earlier, had mocked Indian fans by making a controversial 'war-related' gesture, rekindling the tensions between the two countries.&nbsp;Why the hostilities between both teams?&nbsp;Early in April this year, several Pakistani-based terrorists killed 26 innocent lives in broad daylight in India’s Kashmir in the most barbaric attack on Indian soil since the 2019 Pulwama bombing.&nbsp;India retaliated with Operation Sindoor a fortnight later, neutralising countless terror camps across PoK and Pakistan in precise air strikes, leading to heightened cross-border tensions.&nbsp;Although a mutual agreement led to a ceasefire, the Indian government cut all diplomatic ties with Pakistan; the two countries and their respective boards, however, agreed to honour multi-team commitments, resulting in India and Pakistan sharing the same group and playing thrice in the 2025 Asia Cup.&nbsp;Despite India and Pakistan facing each other as many as three times in this tournament, the Indian Team boycotted shaking hands with them.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Bumrahs gesture came after Rauf during the the Super Four match between the two teams a few days earlier, had mocked Indian fans by making a controversial war-related gesture.

The controversy surrounding the India-Pakistan final at the Asia Cup in Dubai on Sunday (Sep 28), where the Men in Blue beat their cricketing foe by five wickets, has got everybody involved, including Indian politicians. After Prime Minister Narendra Modi reacted to the victory by calling it "OperationSindoor on the games field", Union minister Kiran Rijiju reacted to pacer Jasprit Bumrah's now-viral 'plane down' gesture. Taking to his x handle Rijiju hailed India's victory against it arch rival and bashed the Men in Green saying, "Pakistan deserves this punishment." What happened during the match Indian fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah gave a ‘fighter jet’ send-off to Haris Rauf after breaking his off stump during the final of the Asia Cup. In the 18th over, Bumrah clean bowled Rauf off a searing Yorker; after which he gave the Pakistani seamer a taste of his own medicine. During this innings, Rauf had scored just six runs, including a lucky boundary off an edge earlier in the same over. Bumrah's gesture came after Rauf during the the Super Four match between the two teams a few days earlier, had mocked Indian fans by making a controversial 'war-related' gesture, rekindling the tensions between the two countries. Why the hostilities between both teams? Early in April this year, several Pakistani-based terrorists killed 26 innocent lives in broad daylight in India’s Kashmir in the most barbaric attack on Indian soil since the 2019 Pulwama bombing. India retaliated with Operation Sindoor a fortnight later, neutralising countless terror camps across PoK and Pakistan in precise air strikes, leading to heightened cross-border tensions. Although a mutual agreement led to a ceasefire, the Indian government cut all diplomatic ties with Pakistan; the two countries and their respective boards, however, agreed to honour multi-team commitments, resulting in India and Pakistan sharing the same group and playing thrice in the 2025 Asia Cup. Despite India and Pakistan facing each other as many as three times in this tournament, the Indian Team boycotted shaking hands with them.

Bumrah's gesture came after Rauf during the the Super Four match between the two teams a few days earlier, had mocked Indian fans by making a controversial 'war-related' gesture.

'Pak deserves this punishment': Indian minister hails Bumrah's ‘fighter jet’ send off to Haris Rauf

The death of 40 persons and hospitalisation of 50 persons following the stampede at actor-politician Vijay's political rally in Karur, Tamil Nadu, has sparked calls for probing the incident. While the retired judge appointed by Tamil Nadu's DMK Government has commenced her investigation into Saturday's stampede, the BJP and Vijay's TVK are not convinced with the DMK Government's probe.Vijay's TVK party has approached the Madras High Court seeking a probe by Central Bureau of Investigation(CBI) or a Special Investigation Team(SIT). The party urged the court to take suo motu cognizance of the incident and ensure an impartial investigation. It was mentioned that only a probe led by an independent agency can uncover the lapses that led to the large scale loss of life during the party's public meeting. The matter is expected to be taken up for hearing Monday afternoon.BJP has raised demands for a probe by the Central Bureau of Investigation(CBI), while Vijay's TVK party has said it is approaching the High Court to request a probe by an investigation agency or a Special Investigation Team. Vijay's party, which is set to make its election debut in summer 2026, alleges that the Karur tragedy was the result of a "conspiracy by the ruling DMK."Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-flaws-in-crowd-management-causing-tragedies-shashi-tharoor-appeals-governments-to-take-steps-after-karur-tragedy-1759065227717">‘Flaws in crowd management causing tragedies’: Tharoor urges govts to take steps</a>K. Annamalai, the former President of the Tamil Nadu BJP has raised several questions against the DMK Government and its Police force. A former Police officer, Annamalai pointed out that Vijay and his party could seek permission for a political rally with ten thousand attendees, but it is the State Police and Intelligence department's duty to anticipate and deploy personnel accordingly. He also criticized the Government's decision to grant permission for a seven-hour window between 3pm and 10pm. "Police should have granted permission for about two hours, Vijay can come and deliver his speech in about 20 minutes" he said.Further, Annamalai questioned the rationale behind a single-member Government-appointed committee probing the case. He alleged that the retired judge who is handpicked by the Chief Minister would not criticize the lapses on the part of the State Government. He emphasized that various aspects must be probed by the CBI -"how did the crowd get agitates? Who threw the slipper at Vijay? Did a few miscreants infiltrate the crowd and create trouble?".Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-stone-pelting-lathi-charge-vijay-moves-hc-alleges-stampede-plot-in-his-karur-rally-1759045992839">Vijay moves HC, alleges 'stampede plot' in his Karur rally that killed 39</a>While Annamalai did not lash out at Vijay for the tragedy, he criticized the planning and execution of Vijay's political rally.&nbsp; "Vijay has every right to go anywhere and campaign, and people have right to go and watch anybody. It is the Government's duty to facilitate and provide security. However, Vijay must be more responsible. He campaigns only during Saturdays when women and children turn up in large numbers and there are big crowds. He is doing this despite knowing the risks fully well."He also questioned why Vijay was campaigning at a single spot in every district, as opposed to multiple campaign stops in every district. He reasoned that campaigning at multiple spots in a single district would prevent overcrowding and congestion.<h2>What the Tamil Nadu Police said...</h2>Tamil Nadu Police have said that they permitted the event at the said venue, after considering that the earlier two venues suggested by the TVK party were deemed unfit for a dense crowd. It was stated that 500 personnel were deployed on site for security duty for Vijay's event. Police officials contrasted this to 137 personnel that were deployed at the same venue for the election campaign of AIADMK leader and Leader of Opposition Edappadi Palaniswami.Police emphasized that the participants' cooperation is necessary to conduct an event smoothly. Police also pointed out the possibility of the crowd getting restless owing to the delay in arrival of Vijay. Police said that their investigation in the preliminary stage, while also refusing to reveal more given that the retired judge is also probing the matter based on Government instructions.&nbsp;

Vijay's TVK party has approached the Madras High Court seeking a probe by Central Bureau of Investigation(CBI) or a Special Investigation Team(SIT).

The death of 40 persons and hospitalisation of 50 persons following the stampede at actor-politician Vijay's political rally in Karur, Tamil Nadu, has sparked calls for probing the incident. While the retired judge appointed by Tamil Nadu's DMK Government has commenced her investigation into Saturday's stampede, the BJP and Vijay's TVK are not convinced with the DMK Government's probe. Vijay's TVK party has approached the Madras High Court seeking a probe by Central Bureau of Investigation(CBI) or a Special Investigation Team(SIT). The party urged the court to take suo motu cognizance of the incident and ensure an impartial investigation. It was mentioned that only a probe led by an independent agency can uncover the lapses that led to the large scale loss of life during the party's public meeting. The matter is expected to be taken up for hearing Monday afternoon. BJP has raised demands for a probe by the Central Bureau of Investigation(CBI), while Vijay's TVK party has said it is approaching the High Court to request a probe by an investigation agency or a Special Investigation Team. Vijay's party, which is set to make its election debut in summer 2026, alleges that the Karur tragedy was the result of a "conspiracy by the ruling DMK." Also read | ‘Flaws in crowd management causing tragedies’: Tharoor urges govts to take steps K. Annamalai, the former President of the Tamil Nadu BJP has raised several questions against the DMK Government and its Police force. A former Police officer, Annamalai pointed out that Vijay and his party could seek permission for a political rally with ten thousand attendees, but it is the State Police and Intelligence department's duty to anticipate and deploy personnel accordingly. He also criticized the Government's decision to grant permission for a seven-hour window between 3pm and 10pm. "Police should have granted permission for about two hours, Vijay can come and deliver his speech in about 20 minutes" he said. Further, Annamalai questioned the rationale behind a single-member Government-appointed committee probing the case. He alleged that the retired judge who is handpicked by the Chief Minister would not criticize the lapses on the part of the State Government. He emphasized that various aspects must be probed by the CBI -"how did the crowd get agitates? Who threw the slipper at Vijay? Did a few miscreants infiltrate the crowd and create trouble?". Also read | Vijay moves HC, alleges 'stampede plot' in his Karur rally that killed 39 While Annamalai did not lash out at Vijay for the tragedy, he criticized the planning and execution of Vijay's political rally. "Vijay has every right to go anywhere and campaign, and people have right to go and watch anybody. It is the Government's duty to facilitate and provide security. However, Vijay must be more responsible. He campaigns only during Saturdays when women and children turn up in large numbers and there are big crowds. He is doing this despite knowing the risks fully well." He also questioned why Vijay was campaigning at a single spot in every district, as opposed to multiple campaign stops in every district. He reasoned that campaigning at multiple spots in a single district would prevent overcrowding and congestion. What the Tamil Nadu Police said... Tamil Nadu Police have said that they permitted the event at the said venue, after considering that the earlier two venues suggested by the TVK party were deemed unfit for a dense crowd. It was stated that 500 personnel were deployed on site for security duty for Vijay's event. Police officials contrasted this to 137 personnel that were deployed at the same venue for the election campaign of AIADMK leader and Leader of Opposition Edappadi Palaniswami. Police emphasized that the participants' cooperation is necessary to conduct an event smoothly. Police also pointed out the possibility of the crowd getting restless owing to the delay in arrival of Vijay. Police said that their investigation in the preliminary stage, while also refusing to reveal more given that the retired judge is also probing the matter based on Government instructions.

Vijay's TVK party has approached the Madras High Court seeking a probe by Central Bureau of Investigation(CBI) or a Special Investigation Team(SIT).

40 deaths at Karur political rally: TVK, BJP seek CBI probe

Uttar Pradesh police arrested the prime accused, who circulated a provocative audio clip linked to the ‘I Love Muhammad’ row that began in Kanpur almost a week ago, but spiralled into protests across several states. The arrested individual, identified as Zubair Ahmed Khan, a dismissed constable who recently joined the Samajwadi Party (SP), has given a new political twist to the controversy.&nbsp;According to a report in India Today, police arrested him on Sunday. They confirmed that Zubair reportedly played the audio clip to worshippers soon after Friday prayers, in order to disrupt communal harmony. In addition, a new political debate has also entered the fray after his photos with SP’s Kanpur district president, Fazal Mehmood, have now gone viral on social media.&nbsp;The development unfolded amidst the ongoing “I Love Muhammad” row, which began in Kanpur on September 4 during the Barawafat (Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi) procession in Rawatpur. A banner reading “I Love Muhammad” was displayed on the route, drawing protest from Hindu groups, who claimed that a “new tradition” was being introduced. Police intervened, citing government rules against adding new practices to religious processions.<h3>Asaduddin Owaisi says ‘love for Prophet was not a crime’</h3>Authorities clarified that no case was registered over the slogan itself. However, FIRs were later registered against 24 individuals accused of removing a traditional tent and installing the banner elsewhere, leading to charges of disturbing communal harmony.&nbsp;The controversy escalated after AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi weighed in on September 15, stating that showing love for the Prophet was not a crime and tagging Kanpur Police in a post on X.&nbsp;Meanwhile, tension also escalated in Barabanki and Mau districts on Saturday (September 27, 2025) after protests turned violent in Bareilly with police carrying out overnight house-to-house raids to nab the culprits and arresting a famous cleric. In response to the escalating situation, officials deployed security forces and closely monitored to keep the situation under control.

The arrest came amidst the ongoing “I Love Muhammad” row, which began in Kanpur on September 4 during the Barawafat (Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi) procession in Rawatpur, where a banner reading “I Love Muhammad” was displayed on the route, drawing protest from Hindu groups.

Uttar Pradesh police arrested the prime accused, who circulated a provocative audio clip linked to the ‘I Love Muhammad’ row that began in Kanpur almost a week ago, but spiralled into protests across several states. The arrested individual, identified as Zubair Ahmed Khan, a dismissed constable who recently joined the Samajwadi Party (SP), has given a new political twist to the controversy. According to a report in India Today, police arrested him on Sunday. They confirmed that Zubair reportedly played the audio clip to worshippers soon after Friday prayers, in order to disrupt communal harmony. In addition, a new political debate has also entered the fray after his photos with SP’s Kanpur district president, Fazal Mehmood, have now gone viral on social media. The development unfolded amidst the ongoing “I Love Muhammad” row, which began in Kanpur on September 4 during the Barawafat (Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi) procession in Rawatpur. A banner reading “I Love Muhammad” was displayed on the route, drawing protest from Hindu groups, who claimed that a “new tradition” was being introduced. Police intervened, citing government rules against adding new practices to religious processions. Asaduddin Owaisi says ‘love for Prophet was not a crime’ Authorities clarified that no case was registered over the slogan itself. However, FIRs were later registered against 24 individuals accused of removing a traditional tent and installing the banner elsewhere, leading to charges of disturbing communal harmony. The controversy escalated after AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi weighed in on September 15, stating that showing love for the Prophet was not a crime and tagging Kanpur Police in a post on X. Meanwhile, tension also escalated in Barabanki and Mau districts on Saturday (September 27, 2025) after protests turned violent in Bareilly with police carrying out overnight house-to-house raids to nab the culprits and arresting a famous cleric. In response to the escalating situation, officials deployed security forces and closely monitored to keep the situation under control.

The arrest came amidst the ongoing “I Love Muhammad” row, which began in Kanpur on September 4 during the Barawafat (Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi) procession in Rawatpur, where a banner reading “I Love Muhammad” was displayed on the route, drawing protest from Hindu groups.

UP police arrest ex-cop turned Samajwadi Party member in ‘I Love Muhammad’ row

The Congress party on Sunday (Sep 28) wrote to home minister Amit Shah demanding legal action against former Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) leader and "Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Spokesperson" for his controversial remarks against Rahul Gandhi during a television debate. Congress general secretary K C Venugopal in the letter to the home minister called the comments made by Printu Mahadev a "chilling and heinous" death threat against the leader of opposition in Lok Sabha.&nbsp;Venugopal has demanded “immediate and exemplary” legal action against Mahadev, who he claims to be the spokesperson of the BJP.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/team-india-celebrates-asia-cup-win-with-edited-photos-of-trophy-after-pcb-chief-naqvi-runs-off-with-it-1759113092405">Team India celebrates Asia Cup win with edited photos of trophy after PCB chief Naqvi runs off with it</a>&nbsp;"In a brazen act of incitement of violence, Mahadev openly declared 'Rahul Gandhi will be shot in the chest'," Venugopal said and demanded action saying, "any failure by you to act swiftly, decisively and publicly will be judged as complicity - a de facto licence for the legitimisation of complicity and normalisation of violence against the leader of opposition in Lok Sabha and a grave breach of your oath as the Union home minister."&nbsp;What is the case and what did Mahadev say about Rahul Gandhi&nbsp;During a televised debate on a Malayalam channel, where Mahadev was one of the panelist said that the Congress leader Rahul Gandhi would be shot if he thought of a Bangladesh-like protest in India.&nbsp;A video clip of the debate was also shared by Venugopal on social media when translated from Malayalam to English reads, "In the popular protests in Bangladesh, the people were not with them (government) there. Here, in India, the people are with the Narendra Modi government. Therefore, if Rahul Gandhi sets out with such a desire or dream, a bullet will fall even on Rahul Gandhi's chest." &nbsp;

Congress general secretary Venugopal has demanded “immediate and exemplary” legal action against Mahadev, who he claims to be the spokesperson of the BJP.

The Congress party on Sunday (Sep 28) wrote to home minister Amit Shah demanding legal action against former Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) leader and "Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Spokesperson" for his controversial remarks against Rahul Gandhi during a television debate. Congress general secretary K C Venugopal in the letter to the home minister called the comments made by Printu Mahadev a "chilling and heinous" death threat against the leader of opposition in Lok Sabha. Venugopal has demanded “immediate and exemplary” legal action against Mahadev, who he claims to be the spokesperson of the BJP. Also Read: Team India celebrates Asia Cup win with edited photos of trophy after PCB chief Naqvi runs off with it "In a brazen act of incitement of violence, Mahadev openly declared 'Rahul Gandhi will be shot in the chest'," Venugopal said and demanded action saying, "any failure by you to act swiftly, decisively and publicly will be judged as complicity - a de facto licence for the legitimisation of complicity and normalisation of violence against the leader of opposition in Lok Sabha and a grave breach of your oath as the Union home minister." What is the case and what did Mahadev say about Rahul Gandhi During a televised debate on a Malayalam channel, where Mahadev was one of the panelist said that the Congress leader Rahul Gandhi would be shot if he thought of a Bangladesh-like protest in India. A video clip of the debate was also shared by Venugopal on social media when translated from Malayalam to English reads, "In the popular protests in Bangladesh, the people were not with them (government) there. Here, in India, the people are with the Narendra Modi government. Therefore, if Rahul Gandhi sets out with such a desire or dream, a bullet will fall even on Rahul Gandhi's chest."

Congress general secretary Venugopal has demanded “immediate and exemplary” legal action against Mahadev, who he claims to be the spokesperson of the BJP.

'Rahul Gandhi will be shot in the chest': Congress writes to Amit Shah on alleged 'death threat' by BJP leader

Mongolian president Ukhnaagiin Khürelsükh is likely to visit India next month as part of the ongoing engagement between the 2 countries. Mongolia, landlocked between Russia and China, sees India as its 3rd and spiritual neighbour with deep linkages through Buddhism. The 4 Ds—Dharma, Democracy, Development Partnership &amp; Digital Development Cooperation—have become pillars of the India-Mongolia relationship.&nbsp;The visit comes as India and Mongolia mark 70 years of the establishment of diplomatic ties. India was one of the first countries outside the communist bloc to recognise Mongolia. India also played an important role in the entry of Mongolia into the United Nations. The 70th anniversary celebrations involve a number of initiatives and programmes.&nbsp;The last Mongolian president to visit India was Khaltmaagiin Battulga in July 2019, but visits from Mongolia have continued, the last being earlier this year by top officials of the foreign and defence ministry. PM Modi had visited the country in 2025, a visit seen as a watershed in the ties between the 2 countries. Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh had visited the country in 2022, seen as key to firming up defence ties. During the visit, the Indian Defence Minister announced the gifting of 2 ALS Indian-made ambulances and 200 special winter clothing items, which were delivered by the Indian Defence Ministry in July 2023 to the Mongolian Armed Forces.&nbsp;India is supporting the building up of Mongolia's first oil refinery in Dornogovi with a $1.7 billion soft loan, technical expertise, and construction by Indian firms. The project, set for 2026 completion, strengthens energy security and bilateral strategic ties. As part of the security cooperation, both sides hold the annual bilateral exercise "Nomadic Elephant," and India participated in the multinational "Khaan Quest" peacekeeping drill. India also provides developmental aid, including soft loans, IT collaboration, and capacity building.&nbsp;Buddhist linkages remain one of the most important pillars of ties between the 2 sides. In 2022, India sent sacred Kapilvastu relics of Lord Buddha to Mongolia for an 11-day exposition at Gandan Monastery. Venerable Kushok Bakula Rinpoche served as India's ambassador to Mongolia.

Mongolian President Khürelsükh may visit India next month as part of deepening India-Mongolia ties, marking 70 years of diplomatic relations. Key areas include Buddhism, defence, oil refinery cooperation, and digital development. India backs Mongolia's first oil refinery with $1.7B loan.

Mongolian president Ukhnaagiin Khürelsükh is likely to visit India next month as part of the ongoing engagement between the 2 countries. Mongolia, landlocked between Russia and China, sees India as its 3rd and spiritual neighbour with deep linkages through Buddhism. The 4 Ds—Dharma, Democracy, Development Partnership & Digital Development Cooperation—have become pillars of the India-Mongolia relationship. The visit comes as India and Mongolia mark 70 years of the establishment of diplomatic ties. India was one of the first countries outside the communist bloc to recognise Mongolia. India also played an important role in the entry of Mongolia into the United Nations. The 70th anniversary celebrations involve a number of initiatives and programmes. The last Mongolian president to visit India was Khaltmaagiin Battulga in July 2019, but visits from Mongolia have continued, the last being earlier this year by top officials of the foreign and defence ministry. PM Modi had visited the country in 2025, a visit seen as a watershed in the ties between the 2 countries. Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh had visited the country in 2022, seen as key to firming up defence ties. During the visit, the Indian Defence Minister announced the gifting of 2 ALS Indian-made ambulances and 200 special winter clothing items, which were delivered by the Indian Defence Ministry in July 2023 to the Mongolian Armed Forces. India is supporting the building up of Mongolia's first oil refinery in Dornogovi with a $1.7 billion soft loan, technical expertise, and construction by Indian firms. The project, set for 2026 completion, strengthens energy security and bilateral strategic ties. As part of the security cooperation, both sides hold the annual bilateral exercise "Nomadic Elephant," and India participated in the multinational "Khaan Quest" peacekeeping drill. India also provides developmental aid, including soft loans, IT collaboration, and capacity building. Buddhist linkages remain one of the most important pillars of ties between the 2 sides. In 2022, India sent sacred Kapilvastu relics of Lord Buddha to Mongolia for an 11-day exposition at Gandan Monastery. Venerable Kushok Bakula Rinpoche served as India's ambassador to Mongolia.

Mongolian President Khürelsükh may visit India next month as part of deepening India-Mongolia ties, marking 70 years of diplomatic relations. Key areas include Buddhism, defence, oil refinery cooperation, and digital development. India backs Mongolia's first oil refinery with $1.7B loan.

Mongolian President likely to visit India next month

India’s External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar took a veiled dig at US President Donald Trump while talking about the unpredictability of the global order and said time changes fast and even a few months, weeks and tweets make a difference now. Speaking at the ORF panel discussion on ‘At The Heart of Development - Aid, Trade &amp; Technology’ on the sidelines of United Nations General Assembly, Jaishankar said, “A few months ago, it was very clear the world was moving towards much greater unpredictability, volatility, uncertainty...What we are seeing is that times are different and a few months, weeks and tweets make a difference.”&nbsp;&nbsp;He reiterated India’s pitch to de-risk the world and hedge against uncertainty and said, “The level of policy changes and their practical impact, played out publicly, is one part of it. We started by worrying about our supply chain and our sources of production. When we said let’s de-risk the world and hedge against uncertainty, it meant having more production centres, more resilient, redundant supply chains.”&nbsp;Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/shutdown-looms-as-republicans-slam-democrats-ahead-of-crucial-white-house-meeting-with-trump-1759088779470">Shutdown looms as Republicans slam Democrats ahead of crucial White House meeting with Trump</a>&nbsp;

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&nbsp;&nbsp;The minister further said, “We also have to protect ourselves against the uncertainty of market access. Almost the entire economic chain has become far more risky. The central proposition in diplomacy and international relations is how to de-risk, hedge, and become more resilient, safeguarding oneself against unforeseen contingencies, and then build policy and plans around it. It is a huge challenge for the entire world.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/row-intensifies-shama-junejo-claims-pm-shehbaz-included-her-in-pakistan-s-un-delegation-1759070860042">Row intensifies as Shama Junejo claims PM Shehbaz included her in Pakistan’s UN delegation</a>&nbsp;In a veiled criticism of the United States and China, Jaishankar flagged growing trade protectionism, tariff unpredictability, and coercive supply chain practices by major global powers.&nbsp;In his address at the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly, Jaishankar cautioned that such actions were eroding trust in the international system and disproportionately hurting the Global South. The remarks appeared to take aim at recent moves by Washington and Beijing, calling out what he described as “trade hypocrisy” and selective responses to global crises.“De-risking is a growing compulsion, whether from limited sources of supply or over dependence on a particular market,” he said, while emphasising that Bharat “will always maintain its freedom of choice.”&nbsp;WATCH: USA: Donald Trump steps in to attend meeting of top US military leaders<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/usa-donald-trump-steps-in-to-attend-meeting-of-top-us-military-leaders-1759080161373/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/usa-donald-trump-steps-in-to-attend-meeting-of-top-us-military-leaders-1759080161373/embed</a>&nbsp;

India’s External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar reiterated India’s pitch to de-risk the world and hedge against uncertainty and flagged growing trade protectionism, tariff unpredictability, and coercive supply chain practices by major global powers.

India’s External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar took a veiled dig at US President Donald Trump while talking about the unpredictability of the global order and said time changes fast and even a few months, weeks and tweets make a difference now. Speaking at the ORF panel discussion on ‘At The Heart of Development - Aid, Trade & Technology’ on the sidelines of United Nations General Assembly, Jaishankar said, “A few months ago, it was very clear the world was moving towards much greater unpredictability, volatility, uncertainty...What we are seeing is that times are different and a few months, weeks and tweets make a difference.” He reiterated India’s pitch to de-risk the world and hedge against uncertainty and said, “The level of policy changes and their practical impact, played out publicly, is one part of it. We started by worrying about our supply chain and our sources of production. When we said let’s de-risk the world and hedge against uncertainty, it meant having more production centres, more resilient, redundant supply chains.” Also Read: Shutdown looms as Republicans slam Democrats ahead of crucial White House meeting with Trump

India’s External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar reiterated India’s pitch to de-risk the world and hedge against uncertainty and flagged growing trade protectionism, tariff unpredictability, and coercive supply chain practices by major global powers.

‘Now, weeks and tweets make a difference’: Jaishankar bats for de-risking, flags market uncertainty

The toll in the stampede at actor-turned-politician Vijay’s rally in Karur, Tamil Nadu on Saturday, rose to 40 on Sunday. Among the deceased were children and women also. The Karur tragedy, just few months after the Bengaluru stampede resulted in 11 casualties, raises serious questions on event planning and effective crowd management in the country to prevent such tragedies, that leave several families broken and distraught. &nbsp;Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Sunday expressed grief over the Karur stampede that took place due to massive overcrowding. Reflecting to the incident, Tharoor said such tragedies point out flaws in the country’s crowd management. Referring to the Bengaluru stampede which killed 11, the Kerala MP added that it was painful and agonising to see such tragedies recur.&nbsp;Tharoor called on both the central and state governments to create strict rules and safety protocols for large gatherings to prevent such tragedies in future.“Its a very tragic and painful situation. Something is wrong in our country with crowd management. Every year, there seems to be an incident. We remember Bengaluru. It is very heartbreaking when we hear children being killed in these stampedes,” Tharoor told reporters in Thiruvananthapuram.&nbsp;<h2>‘Time for very strict procedures to govern large crowds’</h2>&nbsp;“For me, the argument is about what can we do as a systematic policy nationally to protect ordinary people. People go in a spirit to listen to a politician who happens to be a movie star, or to see cricketers, who are also stars for us, the basic thing should be that there should be certain rules, standards, and protocols in place,” he said.“I earnestly appeal to the central government and all state governments to agree on a set of very strict procedures governing all large crowds in any circumstances so that we do not needlessly suffer the grief and anguish of loved ones being lost in these terrible stampedes,” Tharoor added.&nbsp;WATCH: Tamil Nadu: Massive Stampede at Vijay’s TVK Rally Leaves 39 Dead, Dozens Injured<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/tamil-nadu-massive-stampede-at-vijay-s-tvk-rally-leaves-39-dead-dozens-injured-1759051252536/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/tamil-nadu-massive-stampede-at-vijay-s-tvk-rally-leaves-39-dead-dozens-injured-1759051252536/embed</a>&nbsp;<h2>40 killed after stampede at Vijay's TVK Rally</h2>&nbsp;The tragedy at the rally addressed by Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) president and actor Vijay in Karur, left 40 people dead and nearly 70 injured.Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced an ex-gratia amount of two lakh rupees from the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund for the families of the victims. Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin announced an ex-gratia of Rs 10 lakhs for the kin of the deceased.&nbsp;Actor Vijay also pledged an amount of ₹20 lakhs to the victims’ families.&nbsp;Tamil Nadu DGP G Venkatraman said on Saturday that the crowd at the venue was much more than what was sought in the permission. He specified that permission was sought for a gathering of 10,000 people, but the crowd swelled to 27,000 people.

Tamil Nadu DGP G Venkatraman said that the crowd at the venue was much more than what was sought in the permission. He specified that permission was sought for a gathering of 10,000 people, but the crowd swelled to 27,000 people.

The toll in the stampede at actor-turned-politician Vijay’s rally in Karur, Tamil Nadu on Saturday, rose to 40 on Sunday. Among the deceased were children and women also. The Karur tragedy, just few months after the Bengaluru stampede resulted in 11 casualties, raises serious questions on event planning and effective crowd management in the country to prevent such tragedies, that leave several families broken and distraught. Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Sunday expressed grief over the Karur stampede that took place due to massive overcrowding. Reflecting to the incident, Tharoor said such tragedies point out flaws in the country’s crowd management. Referring to the Bengaluru stampede which killed 11, the Kerala MP added that it was painful and agonising to see such tragedies recur. Tharoor called on both the central and state governments to create strict rules and safety protocols for large gatherings to prevent such tragedies in future. “Its a very tragic and painful situation. Something is wrong in our country with crowd management. Every year, there seems to be an incident. We remember Bengaluru. It is very heartbreaking when we hear children being killed in these stampedes,” Tharoor told reporters in Thiruvananthapuram. ‘Time for very strict procedures to govern large crowds’ “For me, the argument is about what can we do as a systematic policy nationally to protect ordinary people. People go in a spirit to listen to a politician who happens to be a movie star, or to see cricketers, who are also stars for us, the basic thing should be that there should be certain rules, standards, and protocols in place,” he said. “I earnestly appeal to the central government and all state governments to agree on a set of very strict procedures governing all large crowds in any circumstances so that we do not needlessly suffer the grief and anguish of loved ones being lost in these terrible stampedes,” Tharoor added. WATCH: Tamil Nadu: Massive Stampede at Vijay’s TVK Rally Leaves 39 Dead, Dozens Injured https://www.wionews.com/videos/tamil-nadu-massive-stampede-at-vijay-s-tvk-rally-leaves-39-dead-dozens-injured-1759051252536/embed 40 killed after stampede at Vijay's TVK Rally The tragedy at the rally addressed by Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) president and actor Vijay in Karur, left 40 people dead and nearly 70 injured. Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced an ex-gratia amount of two lakh rupees from the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund for the families of the victims. Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin announced an ex-gratia of Rs 10 lakhs for the kin of the deceased. Actor Vijay also pledged an amount of ₹20 lakhs to the victims’ families. Tamil Nadu DGP G Venkatraman said on Saturday that the crowd at the venue was much more than what was sought in the permission. He specified that permission was sought for a gathering of 10,000 people, but the crowd swelled to 27,000 people.

Tamil Nadu DGP G Venkatraman said that the crowd at the venue was much more than what was sought in the permission. He specified that permission was sought for a gathering of 10,000 people, but the crowd swelled to 27,000 people.

‘Flaws in crowd management causing tragedies’: Shashi Tharoor appeals governments to take steps after Karur stampede

A Delhi court on Sunday sent self-styled godman Chaitanyananda Saraswati, accused of sexual harassment, to five days' police custody for interrogation after the order was passed by Duty Magistrate Ravi. The 62-year-old Chaitanyananda was arrested from a hotel in Agra on Sunday morning, in charge of sexually harassing 17 women students at a private institute. Later, he was produced before the judge at 3.40 pm.&nbsp;During the hearing, prosecutors argued that Saraswati had molested several women and demanded sexual favours, adding that victim statements substantiated the charges. "He had given them threats. Cameras were installed to monitor their movement – some were installed in bathrooms. Around 16 girls have complained. Several other allegations need to be verified," the prosecution alleged, news agency PTI reported.<h3>Counsel opposes custodial interrogation</h3>The counsel opposed the request for custodial interrogation, arguing that all 16–20 women had already given their statements. "You have already taken my phones, one iPad, and my luggage. I am diabetic, having anxiety issues, whose monk's robes have been taken away. I am not allowed to wear my robes. You want police custody only to harass me. In case you feel there is any threat, that can be countered by taking me in judicial custody," the counsel pleaded.&nbsp;The complainant's counsel maintained that police custody was required to confront the accused with the victim's testimonies, as well as digital and other pieces of evidence. The defence counsel retorted that the prosecution was using "hollow words."&nbsp;The complainant's advocate said, "One witness has categorically stated that she would be picked up if she dared to complain. Investigation, which is at a nascent stage, runs the risk of being tampered with. Another FIR has been registered for the offence of cheating, where the accused's anticipatory bail has been rejected."&nbsp;The advocate further continued, "This is the first time he has joined the investigation in two months. The accused is not cooperating with the investigation. He has not given his passwords for his iPad and iCloud. Mere seizure is not enough."&nbsp;The defence counsel stated that the conduct of his client had nothing to do with the plea seeking police custody. "They have data from around 40 CCTV cameras. They have to show a requirement for police custody," he said, news agency PTI reported.&nbsp;Police have also confiscated Rs 8 crore of Saraswati parked in multiple bank accounts and fixed deposits .&nbsp;The FIR confirmed that Saraswati, a former chairman of a management institute in southwest Delhi, reportedly compelled female students to visit his quarters late at night. It also noted that he sent them inappropriate text messages at odd hours to those students and allegedly kept track of their movements through his phone.

The 62-year-old self-styled godman Chaitanyananda Saraswati was arrested from a hotel in Agra on Sunday morning, in charge of sexually harassing 17 women students at a private institute. 

A Delhi court on Sunday sent self-styled godman Chaitanyananda Saraswati, accused of sexual harassment, to five days' police custody for interrogation after the order was passed by Duty Magistrate Ravi. The 62-year-old Chaitanyananda was arrested from a hotel in Agra on Sunday morning, in charge of sexually harassing 17 women students at a private institute. Later, he was produced before the judge at 3.40 pm. During the hearing, prosecutors argued that Saraswati had molested several women and demanded sexual favours, adding that victim statements substantiated the charges. "He had given them threats. Cameras were installed to monitor their movement – some were installed in bathrooms. Around 16 girls have complained. Several other allegations need to be verified," the prosecution alleged, news agency PTI reported. Counsel opposes custodial interrogation The counsel opposed the request for custodial interrogation, arguing that all 16–20 women had already given their statements. "You have already taken my phones, one iPad, and my luggage. I am diabetic, having anxiety issues, whose monk's robes have been taken away. I am not allowed to wear my robes. You want police custody only to harass me. In case you feel there is any threat, that can be countered by taking me in judicial custody," the counsel pleaded. The complainant's counsel maintained that police custody was required to confront the accused with the victim's testimonies, as well as digital and other pieces of evidence. The defence counsel retorted that the prosecution was using "hollow words." The complainant's advocate said, "One witness has categorically stated that she would be picked up if she dared to complain. Investigation, which is at a nascent stage, runs the risk of being tampered with. Another FIR has been registered for the offence of cheating, where the accused's anticipatory bail has been rejected." The advocate further continued, "This is the first time he has joined the investigation in two months. The accused is not cooperating with the investigation. He has not given his passwords for his iPad and iCloud. Mere seizure is not enough." The defence counsel stated that the conduct of his client had nothing to do with the plea seeking police custody. "They have data from around 40 CCTV cameras. They have to show a requirement for police custody," he said, news agency PTI reported. Police have also confiscated Rs 8 crore of Saraswati parked in multiple bank accounts and fixed deposits . The FIR confirmed that Saraswati, a former chairman of a management institute in southwest Delhi, reportedly compelled female students to visit his quarters late at night. It also noted that he sent them inappropriate text messages at odd hours to those students and allegedly kept track of their movements through his phone.

The 62-year-old self-styled godman Chaitanyananda Saraswati was arrested from a hotel in Agra on Sunday morning, in charge of sexually harassing 17 women students at a private institute.&nbsp;

Self-styled godman Chaitanyananda Saraswati arrested in sexual harassment case, sent to 5-day police custody

The day 7 of Navratri 2025 falls on September 29th as there's one extra day to the Shardiya Navratri this year. The nation celebrates the festivity with all the happiness in honour of Maa Durga. In these nine days of Navratri, people energize their inner self while worshipping the nine forms of Durga Mata and celebrating the victory of the goddess on the evil. Hence, the seventh day is devoted to the goddess Kaalratri, who is a epitome of powerful and fierce divinity which brightens up the light over darkness. Let's now know more about Goddess Kaalratri and the significance of the day 7.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/navratri-2025-day-6-mata-katyayani-s-life-story-significance-and-offerings-1758872362555">Navratri 2025: Day-6- Mata Katyayani's life story, significance and offerings</a><h2>Who is Maa Kaalratri?&nbsp;</h2>On the day 7 of Shardiya Navratri, devotees honour Maa Kaalratri for her gratefulness and how she defeated the demons all alone. Maa Kaalratri symbolizes the source of destruction and removal of ignorance, evilness, and negative energies around her believers which ultimately represent her as the triumph of light over darkness. The vicious and feral form of Maa Kaalratri is derived from the words Kala means time of death or destruction and Ratri means night; this leads to the real meaning of her presence on the particular day as she has the power to destroy negativity, while her auspicious aspect is to provide protection to her devotees. It is said that people who worship the goddess get a power to overcome fear, control their inner bad thoughts, and gain strength to face struggles in one's life. &nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/ranbir-kapoor-turns-43-7-characters-played-by-the-actor-that-lives-in-our-hearts-rent-free-1758880545655">Ranbir Kapoor turns 43: 7 characters played by the actor that lives in our hearts rent free</a><h2>Navratri 2025: Significance of Day 7</h2>After Maa Katyayani restored the peace and harmony. Shumbha and Nishumba, the two brothers came together to ruin the world and gain all the power and domination, then came Maa Parvati who created the goddess Chandi to defeat the bad. During the battle, the main commander in the team of the two brothers named Raktabeej reveals his power that each drop of his blood would create the exact same personality as him within no time. After knowing this, Maa Durga herself made a decision to transform into Maa Kaalratri to fight with the demon. This is why the seventh form of the goddess took place and it signifies that who all worship Mata Kaalratri will definitely get her blessings with fearless mind set.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/3-idiots-tanu-weds-manu-and-more-must-watch-r-madhavan-movies-on-netflix-prime-video-and-other-ott-s-1758865171016">3 Idiots, Tanu Weds Manu, and more: Must-watch R Madhavan movies on Netflix, Prime Video, and other OTT platforms</a><h2>Seventh day colour, flower, and offering to Maa Kaalratri</h2>Talking about the colour and flower which is favourable to the goddess Kaalratri is blue or purple along with Passion Flower, i.e., Krishna Kamal, known for its unique and distinctive shape. The devotees can present Jaggery to the fierce form of Maa Durga, Goddess Kaalratri, as she destroys all the negativity, bad energy and fear from an individual's life.&nbsp;

The seventh day of Navratri 2025 falls on 29th September. The day is celebrated in honor of Goddess Kaalratri, the most fierce and aggressive form of Durga Mata. In this article, we will discuss all the history behind the day, its significance and what is her favorite prasad to offer? 

The day 7 of Navratri 2025 falls on September 29th as there's one extra day to the Shardiya Navratri this year. The nation celebrates the festivity with all the happiness in honour of Maa Durga. In these nine days of Navratri, people energize their inner self while worshipping the nine forms of Durga Mata and celebrating the victory of the goddess on the evil. Hence, the seventh day is devoted to the goddess Kaalratri, who is a epitome of powerful and fierce divinity which brightens up the light over darkness. Let's now know more about Goddess Kaalratri and the significance of the day 7. Also Read: Navratri 2025: Day-6- Mata Katyayani's life story, significance and offerings Who is Maa Kaalratri? On the day 7 of Shardiya Navratri, devotees honour Maa Kaalratri for her gratefulness and how she defeated the demons all alone. Maa Kaalratri symbolizes the source of destruction and removal of ignorance, evilness, and negative energies around her believers which ultimately represent her as the triumph of light over darkness. The vicious and feral form of Maa Kaalratri is derived from the words Kala means time of death or destruction and Ratri means night; this leads to the real meaning of her presence on the particular day as she has the power to destroy negativity, while her auspicious aspect is to provide protection to her devotees. It is said that people who worship the goddess get a power to overcome fear, control their inner bad thoughts, and gain strength to face struggles in one's life. Also Read: Ranbir Kapoor turns 43: 7 characters played by the actor that lives in our hearts rent free Navratri 2025: Significance of Day 7 After Maa Katyayani restored the peace and harmony. Shumbha and Nishumba, the two brothers came together to ruin the world and gain all the power and domination, then came Maa Parvati who created the goddess Chandi to defeat the bad. During the battle, the main commander in the team of the two brothers named Raktabeej reveals his power that each drop of his blood would create the exact same personality as him within no time. After knowing this, Maa Durga herself made a decision to transform into Maa Kaalratri to fight with the demon. This is why the seventh form of the goddess took place and it signifies that who all worship Mata Kaalratri will definitely get her blessings with fearless mind set. Also Read: 3 Idiots, Tanu Weds Manu, and more: Must-watch R Madhavan movies on Netflix, Prime Video, and other OTT platforms Seventh day colour, flower, and offering to Maa Kaalratri Talking about the colour and flower which is favourable to the goddess Kaalratri is blue or purple along with Passion Flower, i.e., Krishna Kamal, known for its unique and distinctive shape. The devotees can present Jaggery to the fierce form of Maa Durga, Goddess Kaalratri, as she destroys all the negativity, bad energy and fear from an individual's life.

The seventh day of Navratri 2025 falls on 29th September. The day is celebrated in honour of Goddess Kaalratri, the most fierce and aggressive form of Durga Mata. In this article, we will discuss the history behind the day, its significance and what is her favourite prasad to offer?&nbsp;

Navratri 2025: Day-7- Mata Kaalratri-The fierce form of Maa Durga

US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said that the United States will have to “fix” a bunch of countries, including India, saying that they need to “react correctly” to the US by opening their markets and stop making decisions that harm America. This comes amid the trade tension between India and the US after President Donald Trump imposed 50 per cent tariffs on New Delhi, citing India’s unfair trade policies and Russian oil purchases.“We have a bunch of countries to fix, like Switzerland, Brazil, and India. These are countries that need to really react correctly to America,” Lutnick said during an interview with NewsNation. “They need to open their markets and stop taking actions that harm America.”“These countries (India, Brazil) have to understand that if you want to sell to the US consumer, right? You’ve got to play ball with the president of the United States,” Lutnick said.Days earlier, the Trump aide said India’s defiance in trade negotiations was largely symbolic, adding that New Delhi would return to the table “in a month or two.” He also said that Indian business would push Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government to finalise a deal with the US.“So I think what happens is it’s all bravado, because you think it feels good to fight with the biggest client in the world, but eventually your businesses are going to say you’ve got to stop this and go make a deal with America,” Lutnick told Bloomberg.The US commerce secretary has also criticised India’s purchases of Russian crude oil since the Ukraine invasion, saying that India needs to decide “which side it wants to be on”.Lutnick also said, “We are the consumer of the world. People have to remember, it’s our $30 trillion economy that is the consumer of the world. So eventually they all have to come back to the customer, because we all know eventually the customer is always right.”Meanwhile, talks are ongoing between Indian and US officials to discuss a Bilateral Trade Agreement.

The US commerce secretary has also criticised India’s purchases of Russian crude oil since the Ukraine invasion, saying that India needs to decide “which side it wants to be on”.

US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said that the United States will have to “fix” a bunch of countries, including India, saying that they need to “react correctly” to the US by opening their markets and stop making decisions that harm America. This comes amid the trade tension between India and the US after President Donald Trump imposed 50 per cent tariffs on New Delhi, citing India’s unfair trade policies and Russian oil purchases. “We have a bunch of countries to fix, like Switzerland, Brazil, and India. These are countries that need to really react correctly to America,” Lutnick said during an interview with NewsNation. “They need to open their markets and stop taking actions that harm America.” “These countries (India, Brazil) have to understand that if you want to sell to the US consumer, right? You’ve got to play ball with the president of the United States,” Lutnick said. Days earlier, the Trump aide said India’s defiance in trade negotiations was largely symbolic, adding that New Delhi would return to the table “in a month or two.” He also said that Indian business would push Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government to finalise a deal with the US. “So I think what happens is it’s all bravado, because you think it feels good to fight with the biggest client in the world, but eventually your businesses are going to say you’ve got to stop this and go make a deal with America,” Lutnick told Bloomberg. The US commerce secretary has also criticised India’s purchases of Russian crude oil since the Ukraine invasion, saying that India needs to decide “which side it wants to be on”. Lutnick also said, “We are the consumer of the world. People have to remember, it’s our $30 trillion economy that is the consumer of the world. So eventually they all have to come back to the customer, because we all know eventually the customer is always right.” Meanwhile, talks are ongoing between Indian and US officials to discuss a Bilateral Trade Agreement.

The US commerce secretary has also criticised India’s purchases of Russian crude oil since the Ukraine invasion, saying that India needs to decide “which side it wants to be on”.

India a country US needs to fix: Lutnick criticises New Delhi amid Trump’s tariff tensions

A day after climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Sunday (Sep 28) said that Ladakhis are under attack by the BJP and RSS. He slammed the ruling party, saying that Ladakhis have been jailed and arrested for raising their voice. He urged that the intimidation of people of Ladakh should stop, adding that they must be given guarantees under the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution. His reaction came after Indian government arrested Wanghcuk and hinted at his ‘Pakistani link.' Earlier, Centre cancelled the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) licence of the Students Educational and Cultural Movement of Ladakh, an institute founded by Wangchuk, citing multiple violations of the Act. This comes after the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) accused him of inciting violence in the Ladakh protest by delivering ‘provocative’ speeches. The MHA also said that Wangchuk misled the people through "provocative mentions of Arab Spring-style protests and references to Gen Z protests in Nepal.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Ladakh’s amazing people, culture, and traditions are under attack by the BJP and RSS. Ladakhis asked for a voice. The BJP responded by killing 4 young men and jailing Sonam Wangchuk. Stop the killing. Stop the violence. Stop the intimidation. Give Ladakh a voice. Give them…&mdash; Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) <a href="https://twitter.com/RahulGandhi/status/1972226759182655617?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 28, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indian-government-blames-sonam-wangchuk-for-violence-in-ladakh-protest-provocative-mentions-of-arab-spring-nepal-genz-protest-1758734937453">Indian government blames Sonam Wangchuk for violence in Ladakh protest: ‘Provocative mentions of Arab Spring, Nepal GenZ protest</a>’<h2>Ladakh protest</h2>At least four people were killed and more than 70 others were injured as violent protests erupted in Leh on Thursday (Sep 24), with protesters clashing with police forces. The protest that primarily started as a 15-day hunger strike on September 15 turned into a massive shutdown on Wednesday and Thursday. People took to the streets and blocked several major roads. During the course of the shutdown, protesters clashed with police forces, set the BJP headquarters ablaze, and pelted stones at security officials. Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, who has been a crucial part in organising these protests, called off the hunger strike and urged people to stop violence. Meanwhile, the administration imposed curfew under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagrik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023, immediately banning protests and gatherings in Leh. An official order said assembly of five or more people was banned, with no procession, rally or march to be carried out without prior written approval in Leh.&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/ladakh-protest-kills-4-sonam-wangchuk-calls-off-hunger-strike-what-are-the-key-demands-of-protesters-1758726325882">Ladakh protest kills 4, Sonam Wangchuk calls off hunger strike - What are the key demands of protesters?</a>

Rahul Gandhi condemned BJP and RSS for allegedly attacking Ladakhis, calling for an end to intimidation and arrests. This follows the arrest of activist Sonam Wangchuk, whose group’s FCRA licence was cancelled amid accusations of inciting violence in Ladakh protest

A day after climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Sunday (Sep 28) said that Ladakhis are under attack by the BJP and RSS. He slammed the ruling party, saying that Ladakhis have been jailed and arrested for raising their voice. He urged that the intimidation of people of Ladakh should stop, adding that they must be given guarantees under the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution. His reaction came after Indian government arrested Wanghcuk and hinted at his ‘Pakistani link.' Earlier, Centre cancelled the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) licence of the Students Educational and Cultural Movement of Ladakh, an institute founded by Wangchuk, citing multiple violations of the Act. This comes after the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) accused him of inciting violence in the Ladakh protest by delivering ‘provocative’ speeches. The MHA also said that Wangchuk misled the people through "provocative mentions of Arab Spring-style protests and references to Gen Z protests in Nepal.”

Rahul Gandhi condemned BJP and RSS for allegedly attacking Ladakhis, calling for an end to intimidation and arrests. This follows the arrest of activist Sonam Wangchuk, whose group’s FCRA licence was cancelled amid accusations of inciting violence in Ladakh protest

'Stop the killing': Rahul Gandhi slams BJP govt after Sonam Wangchuk's arrest, backs sixth schedule demand

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