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Mohan Bhagwat · Thiruparankundram

RSS Chief Stresses Hindu Awakening Amid Thiruparankundram Tensions

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RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat emphasized that the awakening of Hindus in Tamil Nadu could resolve the Thiruparankundram issue without escalation, which involves a sub judice dispute over lamp-lighting rituals. Meanwhile, Union Minister Amit Shah criticized opposition attempts to impeach a judge over related judgments, accusing them of appeasement politics.See the Story

BJP · Madurai

BJP, Hindu Munnani Leaders Meet Family of Man Who Ended Life over Thirupparankundram Deepathoon Row

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BJP and Hindu Munnani leaders express condolences and provide ₹10 lakh to the family of a man who tragically took his life.See the Story

Fire · Madurai

Fire Breaks Out at LIC Office in Madurai's Periyar Area, Fire Tender and Ambulance at Spot

50% Right coverage: 4 sources

A fire broke out at a Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) office in Madurai’s Periyar area, Tamil Nadu. Fire engines and an ambulance were rushed to the scene after the incident was reported See the Story

‘DMK Set Fire To Devotee’s Faith’: BJP Leader Calls For Putting An End To 'Anti-Hindu Cruelty' Of DMK Govt

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Senior BJP leader H Raja on Friday, 19 December 2025, launched a sharp attack on the ruling DMK government over the continuing dispute surrounding the lighting of the Karthigai Deepam at Thirupparankundram Hill, alleging that the State was acting in defiance of judicial directions and suppressing the religious sentiments of devotees. In a post on X, Raja accused the government of disregarding a court order and targeting Hindu religious practices…DMK · Madurai Read Article

Condolence Posters For Murugan Devotee Poorna Chandran Reportedly Removed By Police In Madurai

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The removal of condolence posters bearing the photograph of Poorna Chandran, who died recently, has sparked controversy in Madurai district, with sharp criticism directed at the police and the Dravidian Model DMK government. According to those associated with Hindu groups and right-wing organisations, condolence posters were put up across several parts of Tamil Nadu mourning Poorna Chandran’s death. In Madurai city, however, police personnel wer…DMK · Madurai Read Article

Thiruparankundram Deepathoon Related Appeal Case: Heated Arguments in the High Court!

Single Judge Swaminathan of the Madras High Court had issued an order on the 1st that the Karthigai Deepam should be lit at the lamppost at the top of the Thiruparankundram hill. The Madurai District Collector, the Municipal Commissioner of Police and the Temple Administrative Officer had filed an appeal on behalf of the party seeking to quash that order. This petition was being heard continuously for the past few days in a session comprising Ju…Thiruparankundram · Thiruparankundram Read Article

BJP, Hindu Munnani Leaders Meet Family of Man Who Ended Life over Thirupparankundram Deepathoon Row

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BJP and Hindu Munnani leaders express condolences and provide ₹10 lakh to the family of a man who tragically took his life.BJP · Madurai See the Story

'A Charred Body Found in a Police Booth' - Shock in Madurai City

The incident of a burnt body being recovered from a police booth has created a stir in the Madurai town area. A police surveillance booth has been set up in the area where the Periyar statue is located in Madurai city to monitor vehicle traffic and conduct assessments. An unidentified person who came in a loaded auto to the always busy area suddenly entered the booth. When no police were inside the booth, the person entered and locked the door. …Madurai · Madurai Read Article

Annamalai says he’s loyal to Modi in fiery response - News Today

Tamil Nadu BJP state president K. Annamalai on Wednesday hit back strongly at Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leader Arunraj over his criticism related to the Thiruparankundram issue, using vivid language to defend his political stance and allegiance to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Reacting to Arunraj’s remarks, Annamalai described himself as a “loyal dog to Modi” who speaks the truth and does not flatter anyone for positions or power. He said t…Narendra Modi · Thiruparankundram Read Article

Fire Breaks Out at LIC Office in Madurai's Periyar Area, Fire Tender and Ambulance at Spot

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Woman employee dies in fire accident in Madurai

According to sources, the Thideer Nagar Fire Station received the fire call at around 8.40 pmMadurai · Madurai Read Article

Hindu Organisations Demand Apology From HR&CE Counsel Jothi For Denigrating Lord Murugan

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Several Hindu organisations demanded an apology from advocate Jothi, who appeared on behalf of the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments (HR&CE) Department before the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court in the Thirupparankundram case, alleging that his remarks amounted to ridicule of Lord Murugan. Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) Akhil Bharatiya Joint General Secretary Sthanumalayan said that during arguments in court, advocate Jothi had made …Madurai · Madurai Read Article

"DMK Instigating The Dargah": Says BJP Leader Annamalai Over Thirupparankundram Deepam Dispute

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BJP Leader K Annamalai, in a press meet on Tuesday, 16 December 2025, launched a sharp attack against the ruling DMK government, accusing it of intentionally instigating religious discord over temple practices and predicting significant electoral repercussions in the 2026 Assembly polls. His comments centered on two recent controversies: the renaming of a hillock to ‘Sikandar Malai’ against a court order, and the ongoing legal battle over lighti…BJP · Madurai Read Article

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RSS Chief Stresses Hindu Awakening Amid Thiruparankundram Tensions

BJP, Hindu Munnani Leaders Meet Family of Man Who Ended Life over Thirupparankundram Deepathoon Row

Fire Breaks Out at LIC Office in Madurai's Periyar Area, Fire Tender and Ambulance at Spot

‘DMK Set Fire To Devotee’s Faith’: BJP Leader Calls For Putting An End To 'Anti-Hindu Cruelty' Of DMK Govt

Condolence Posters For Murugan Devotee Poorna Chandran Reportedly Removed By Police In Madurai

Thiruparankundram Deepathoon Related Appeal Case: Heated Arguments in the High Court!

BJP, Hindu Munnani Leaders Meet Family of Man Who Ended Life over Thirupparankundram Deepathoon Row

'A Charred Body Found in a Police Booth' - Shock in Madurai City

Annamalai says he’s loyal to Modi in fiery response - News Today

Fire Breaks Out at LIC Office in Madurai's Periyar Area, Fire Tender and Ambulance at Spot

Woman employee dies in fire accident in Madurai

Hindu Organisations Demand Apology From HR&CE Counsel Jothi For Denigrating Lord Murugan

"DMK Instigating The Dargah": Says BJP Leader Annamalai Over Thirupparankundram Deepam Dispute

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‘DMK Set Fire To Devotee’s Faith’: BJP Leader Calls For Putting An End To 'Anti-Hindu Cruelty' Of DMK Govt

Condolence Posters For Murugan Devotee Poorna Chandran Reportedly Removed By Police In Madurai

Thiruparankundram Deepathoon Related Appeal Case: Heated Arguments in the High Court!

BJP, Hindu Munnani Leaders Meet Family of Man Who Ended Life over Thirupparankundram Deepathoon Row

'A Charred Body Found in a Police Booth' - Shock in Madurai City

Annamalai says he’s loyal to Modi in fiery response - News Today

Fire Breaks Out at LIC Office in Madurai's Periyar Area, Fire Tender and Ambulance at Spot

Woman employee dies in fire accident in Madurai

Hindu Organisations Demand Apology From HR&CE Counsel Jothi For Denigrating Lord Murugan

"DMK Instigating The Dargah": Says BJP Leader Annamalai Over Thirupparankundram Deepam Dispute

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