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.
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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.
Grand Jain Procession in Varanasi Marks Parshvanath Jayanti
Shri Digambar Jain Samaj Kashi organized a magnificent procession in Varanasi to celebrate Lord Parshvanath Jayanti. Devotees from India and abroad participated with traditional fervour. Read more about this spiritual event.
Madurai's First 'Sangam' Lit Fest from Jan 30
Madurai gears up for its first major literary festival, 'Sangam,' on Jan 30-31. Inspired by Jaipur, it will feature writers, artists & cultural events at heritage sites. Free entry with registration.
Madurai shooter K Divya clinches double gold at national games
14-year-old K Divya from Madurai triumphs in individual and team air rifle events at the 69th National School Games in Indore. Coach Velshankar predicts more medals for Tamil Nadu.
Astrology: 6 Zodiac Signs That Bring Family Luck
Discover the six zodiac signs believed to be 'family luck carriers,' bringing emotional strength, financial stability, and harmony to their homes. Read more.
Stalin: People will thwart conspiracies against TN development
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin, in Madurai, accused opponents of using cheap politics to stall state's progress. He inaugurated projects worth Rs 2,630 crore and defended temple rituals.
CM Stalin opens ₹150cr Melamadai flyover in Madurai
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin inaugurated the ₹150 crore Melamadai flyover in Madurai, named after Veeramangai Velu Nachiyar. The project aims to cut travel time and ease congestion. He also reviewed ₹69.2 crore canal works.
Pillar Damaged at Historic Virupaksha Temple in Hampi
A stone pillar at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Virupaksha Temple in Hampi was found damaged. The ASI has initiated an investigation into the incident. Read more.
Stalin: Conspiracies to stop TN's development will be thwarted
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin, in Madurai, defended his govt's spiritual record, inaugurated 63 projects worth ₹2,630 crore, and hit out at opposition's 'cheap politics'. Read more.
Velunachiyar Flyover Opens in Madurai to Ease Traffic
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin inaugurated the Velunachiyar flyover in Madurai on Dec 7, 2025. The new structure aims to decongest Melamadai, streamline travel, and boost local business connectivity. Read more.
Stalin launches ₹2,630 cr projects in Madurai, meets investors
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin inaugurated 63 projects worth ₹2,630.88 crore in Madurai, laid foundation for 7 new ones. Local chamber demands urgent civic upgrades, airport expansion.
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.
World Resuscitation Congress 2025 Inaugurated in Madurai
Minister Palanivel Thiaga Rajan inaugurated WRC 2025 in Madurai. Over 400 delegates from 20+ countries & AIIMS aim to bridge borders for better emergency care. Read more.
DVAC traps, arrests VAO for ₹10,000 bribe in Dindigul
DVAC officials arrested a village administrative officer in Dindigul for accepting a bribe of ₹10,000 to process a land patta transfer. Read the full details of the anti-corruption trap.
IndiGo Cancels Trichy Flights, Crew Shortage Disrupts Travel
Three IndiGo flights from Trichy International Airport were cancelled Saturday due to crew shortage, impacting Delhi, Hyderabad, and Singapore routes. Services expected to normalize Sunday.
IndiGo cancels 9 flights in Trichy, Madurai due to new rules
New pilot duty rules caused IndiGo to cancel at least 9 flights from Trichy & Madurai, stranding passengers. Flights to Singapore, Delhi, Mumbai affected. Full refunds promised.
DMK, BJP clash in LS over Madurai temple lamp issue
Lok Sabha adjourned as DMK and BJP clash over 'Deepathoon' lamp lighting near Madurai dargah. DMK accuses BJP of stoking tensions, BJP defends worship rights. Read the full details.
Hockey Players Witness Jallikattu in Madurai
Over 240 Junior Hockey World Cup athletes in Madurai took a cultural break, donning veshtis to witness the thrilling bull-taming sport of Jallikattu in Alanganallur. A memorable day off.
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.
Lok Sabha Adjourned Amid DMK Protest Over Temple Lamp Row
Lok Sabha proceedings were disrupted and adjourned till noon as DMK members protested against a Madras HC order on lighting a lamp near a dargah in Madurai. The Supreme Court refused to entertain the state's plea.
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.
SC refuses Tamil Nadu's plea in Madurai temple lamp-lighting dispute
Supreme Court rejects Tamil Nadu's urgent hearing request against Madras HC order allowing lamp lighting at disputed Madurai site during Karthigai festival. Details on the legal and political storm.
Madurai Temple-Dargah Row Reignites, Sparks Political Clash
A century-old dispute in Madurai over a lamp-lighting ritual at Thirupparankundram Hill has flared, drawing in courts, police, and major political parties ahead of Tamil Nadu polls. Read the full story.
Madurai Karthigai Lamp Row: Collector Moves SC
Madurai District Collector moves Supreme Court against HC order on Karthigai festival lamp lighting. Faces contempt for allegedly defying court directive. Read the full legal battle.
Madurai: Public Defies Orders, Uses Bakery as Bus Stop
Despite official requests, Madurai's Kalavasal Junction remains a chaotic de facto bus stop. Commuters cite convenience & Google Maps, while authorities struggle with traffic and enforcement.
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.
Court Order Defied: Police Detain BJP Leaders in Madurai
Madurai police detained BJP state president Nainar Nagenthran and others after denying permission to light a Deepam on Thiruparankundram hill, despite a court order. Over 1,000 personnel deployed.
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