Madurai Jallikattu Spectator Dies After Bull Attack
A 66-year-old man succumbed to injuries sustained during the Palamedu Jallikattu event in Madurai. The incident highlights ongoing safety concerns as 37 people were injured this year.
A 66-year-old man succumbed to injuries sustained during the Palamedu Jallikattu event in Madurai. The incident highlights ongoing safety concerns as 37 people were injured this year.
The Koolamedu jallikattu event in Salem district featured 550 bulls and 400 tamers, inaugurated by MPs S R Sivalingam and D Malaiyarasan, with strict medical checks and safety protocols in place.
Trichy and delta districts celebrated Kaanum Pongal with jallikattu events, traditional village games, and cultural performances. The festivities included sports competitions and torch relays promoting social causes.
Over 250 international visitors attended the Alanganallur jallikattu in Madurai, organized by Tamil Nadu Tourism. Transgender participants released bulls in their own names for the first time.
Chief Minister M K Stalin announced priority government jobs for top jallikattu bull tamers and a Rs 2 crore training center during the Alanganallur event in Madurai.
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Women bull owners made a strong impact at the Palamedu jallikattu in Madurai, with several female participants fielding fierce bulls. The event saw 870 bulls released and 461 youths attempting to tame them, resulting in 37 injuries.
The first major jallikattu event of Pongal saw 561 tamers compete, with Balamurugan winning a car for taming 22 bulls. A digital scoreboard added transparency.
Trichy district's inaugural jallikattu competition drew 334 bull tamers and 668 bulls at a new ₹3 crore permanent arena in Periya Suriyur village, with 64 injuries reported.
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The Jallikattu bull-taming festival has commenced in Tamil Nadu as part of Pongal celebrations. This article explores its cultural significance, similar animal-based festivals across India, and the legal framework under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animal
The traditional bull taming sport of Jallikattu has started its season in Tamil Nadu with the first of three major events, drawing crowds and participants.
Madurai prepares for three days of jallikattu events with enhanced safety measures, medical camps, and grand prizes. Chief Minister M K Stalin and deputy Udhayanidhi Stalin to attend.
Madras High Court denies permission to private committee for Avaniyapuram Jallikattu, stating state government organizes the internationally recognized festival. Court accepts state's assurance on advisory committee formation.
The Madras High Court refused relief to a man seeking permission for his village committee to conduct jallikattu in Avaniyapuram, Madurai, citing state-organized events.
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin launched a sharp attack on the BJP-led Centre, calling it a 'permanent coronavirus' affecting the state. He announced Alanganallur Jallikattu and Chennai Sangamam events.
Madurai district administration introduces LED scoreboards at Avaniyapuram, Palamedu, and Alanganallur jallikattu events to ensure fair play and curb impersonation.
Pongal 2026 in Tamil Nadu runs from January 14 to 17. This four-day harvest festival features traditional rituals, kolam art, and the famous Jallikattu bull sport.
A 25-year-old man was brutally murdered in Pudukkottai district following a long-standing rivalry between two groups over catching and selling jallikattu bulls. Police have launched a manhunt.
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Madurai is ready for the first Jallikattu of the season at Avaniyapuram. Barricades, water, and medical facilities are set. Discover the detailed preparations for this grand traditional event.
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SDAT completes a ₹3 crore, 5-acre permanent jallikattu arena in Suriyur, Trichy, ending reliance on temporary structures. Inauguration set for Pongal 2026. Read more.
Online registration for Madurai's Jallikattu 2025 closed with over 15,000 bulls and 5,200 tamers. See the venue-wise breakdown, safety rules, and CM Stalin's schedule here.
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin will attend Palamedu and Alanganallur Jallikattu. Minister P Moorthy reveals plans for a tractor as the top prize and a digital scoreboard for the events.
AIADMK leader R B Udhayakumar accuses DMK govt of ignoring Jallikattu bull rearers & breaking ₹1000 aid promise. He vows traditional Jallikattu in 2027 under EPS. Read more.
A tragic murder-suicide in Tirupati's Maruthi Nagar leaves a man and a woman dead after a heated argument. Police investigate the case. Read the full details.
Minister P Moorthy inaugurates arrangements for Alanganallur, Avaniyapuram & Palamedu jallikattu. Events scheduled for Jan 15-17. Full details on preparations inside.
Tamil Nadu Tourism invites domestic & international tourists to experience Pongal festivities in Madurai villages. Witness Jallikattu, cultural performances & traditional celebrations. Register now!
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