TN Govt: No Data on Thiruparankundram Hill Stone Pillar
Tamil Nadu government tells Madras High Court there is no empirical data to prove the stone pillar atop Thiruparankundram hill in Madurai is a Deepam post. Bench reserves order.
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Man ends life over Karthigai Deepam ban in Madurai
A 40-year-old man in Madurai died by suicide, citing a court order banning the lighting of Karthigai deepam at Thiruparankundram. Police investigation underway.
Gehlot Protests New Aravalli Definition, Changes Profile Pic
Ex-CM Ashok Gehlot changes social media DP in symbolic protest against SC's new Aravalli definition. He warns of ecological disaster for North India. Join the movement.
Aravalli Mining Ruling Poses Million-Year Threat, Says INTACH
INTACH's Babulal Jaju warns Supreme Court's decision to allow mining in sub-1000m Aravalli hills could cause irreversible ecological damage for millions of years. Urges immediate review.
Madras HC Slams TN Govt for Ignoring Judicial Orders
Madras High Court criticizes Tamil Nadu government for citing 'law and order' to avoid implementing court orders. Justice Swaminathan calls the attitude unacceptable. Details inside.
Madurai Hill 'Deepathoon' Dispute: State's Changing Claims
Petitioners accuse Tamil Nadu govt of contradictory claims on Thiruparankundram hill structure to complicate Karthigai Deepam lighting. Court hearing continues.
Madras HC Slams TN Govt for Ignoring Judicial Orders
Madras High Court criticizes Tamil Nadu government for using 'law and order' as a pretext to not implement court orders. Justice G R Swaminathan calls the attitude unacceptable. Details inside.
HC quashes 313 teacher recruitments in Darjeeling hills
Calcutta High Court cancels 313 teacher appointments in GTA, calls them illegal. CID probe into 2019 recruitment irregularities to continue. Details inside.
Gehlot: SC's Aravalli definition invites ecological destruction
Ex-CM Ashok Gehlot calls Supreme Court's 100-metre Aravalli definition a death sentence for 90% of the range, warning of desertification and drought. Urges judicial review.
Wakf Board Claims Thiruparankundram Pillar on Dargah Land
Tamil Nadu Wakf Board argues the stone pillar on Thiruparankundram hill belongs to Sikandar Badusha Dargah, challenging a court order for Karthigai Deepam lighting. Details inside.
Wakf Board Tells HC Thiruparankundram Hill Land is Dargah's
Tamil Nadu Wakf Board tells Madras HC the stone pillar on Thiruparankundram hill is on land belonging to Sikandar Badusha Dargah, challenging a temple's right to light a lamp. Hearing continues.
VCK Announces Madurai Protest on Dec 22 Over Communal Harmony
VCK to stage a protest in Madurai on December 22, accusing right-wing outfits of disturbing communal harmony in Thiruparankundram. President Thol Thirumavalavan calls for democratic support.
TN Govt: Thiruparankundram Pillar is Jain, Not Hindu
Tamil Nadu govt tells Madras HC a stone pillar on Thiruparankundram hill is a Jain heritage, not Hindu. Hearing on Karthigai Deepam lighting continues.
TN Govt: Madurai Hill Pillar is Jain, Not Hindu Heritage
Tamil Nadu govt cites archaeological texts to argue a stone pillar on Thiruparankundram hill is a Jain relic. The Madras High Court continues hearing on Karthigai Deepam lighting plea. Details inside.
Meghalaya Sets Up CIJW School, Urban Warfare Training Facility
Meghalaya govt notifies new Counter Insurgency & Jungle Warfare School in Baghmara and an Urban Warfare Training Facility in Mawiong to boost police capabilities. Read more.
Umngot Traditional Boat Race Festival Concludes in West Jaintia Hills
The Umngot Traditional Boat Race & Tri-Hills Ensemble Festival in Meghalaya's Darrang concluded, reviving indigenous water sports and culture. Read about the event's highlights and government's focus on river conservation.
6 Die in Nashik Gorge Accident at Saptashrungi Hills
A family of six from Nashik died after their car fell 700ft into a gorge at Saptashrungi hills. The group was returning from a temple visit. Read the full report on the tragic accident.
Thiruparankundram Deepam Dispute: Court's Verdict & Path Forward
The Karthigai Deepam lighting dispute at Thiruparankundram hill involves faith, temple rights & inter-community harmony. The High Court's detailed judgment & the need for mediation are analyzed. Read more.
Udhayanidhi accuses BJP of inciting communal tensions in TN
DMK's Udhayanidhi Stalin accuses BJP of using religion for political gains in Madurai. He also launches a sharp attack on AIADMK, calling it a 'slave outfit' of the BJP. Read more on the political clash.
GTA Online: Michael Returns, Luxury Mansions Arrive Dec 10
Rockstar's GTA Online 'A Safehouse in the Hills' DLC launches December 10, 2025, bringing back Michael De Santa & luxury mansions. Get all details here!
TN Defies HC, Moves SC in Thiruparankundram Lamp Dispute
Tamil Nadu's DMK government defies Madras HC orders on Karthigai Deepam lighting, appeals to Supreme Court. CJI gives no urgent hearing assurance. Contempt proceedings initiated.
BJP Accuses DMK of Defying Court in Thiruparankundram Deepam Row
BJP leader K Annamalai slams DMK govt for defying Madras HC order on Thiruparankundram deepam, alleges minority appeasement & lawlessness. Read the full details.
Audit Sought for ₹5.9 Crore Jubilee Hills Bypoll Expenditure
Forum for Good Governance questions high cost of Hyderabad's Jubilee Hills by-election, urges CEO for audit. Officials defend spending citing modern measures like drone surveillance.
Pawan Kalyan's 'Stolen' Deepam Remark Triggers Controversy
Andhra Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan ignites a row by alleging the sacred Karthigai Deepam was 'stolen' from Thiruparankundram. He also made remarks on religious unity. Full details inside.
93 Booked in Madurai Over Temple Protest, BJP Leaders Named
Madurai police file BNS charges against 93, including BJP state chief Nainar Nagenthran, over Thiruparankundram Deepam protest. Heavy security deployed, devotees restricted to foothill temple.
TN BJP Chief, 112 Booked Over Temple Lamp Protest
Tamil Nadu BJP President Annamalai and 112 party workers face charges for protesting the Thiruparankundram temple deepam lighting. Police invoke multiple IPC sections. Get the full story.
TN BJP Chief, 112 Others Booked Over Temple Row
Tamil Nadu BJP President K. Annamalai and 112 others booked for allegedly disturbing peace at Thiruparankundram temple. Two detained, later released. Details inside.
Madurai Lamp-Lighting Legal Battle: HC Adjourns Hearings
Madras High Court adjourns appeal & contempt proceedings in Madurai's Thiruparankundram temple lamp-lighting dispute. Case moves to Dec 12 after state moves SC. Key facts inside.
Court Order Defied: Madurai Police Detain BJP Leaders at Hill
Madurai police detain BJP state president & cadres after defying HC order, citing law & order. Over 1000 personnel deployed at Thiruparankundram hill. Read the full details.
TN Govt Defies HC on Karthigai Deepam, BJP Chief Detained
Tamil Nadu government defies Madras HC order on Karthigai Deepam lighting at Thiruparankundram for second day. BJP state chief detained. State moves Supreme Court. Contempt proceedings continue.
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