INDORE TEMPLE DEATH
Vijay’s Karur rally stampede to 2003 Kumbh Mela tragedy: List of past incidents that shocked the nation
A political rally for actor-turned-politician Vijay in Karur ended in tragedy when overcrowding sparked a stampede, killing 31 people and injuring many others. The incident, which occurred on Saturday evening, highlights ongoing concerns over crowd safety at large gatherings in India. Similar disasters have struck political events, religious congregations, and public celebrations in the past two decades, with hundreds of lives lost.
List of major stampede at temples, other religious gatherings in India
A tragic stampede at a Barabanki temple resulted in fatalities and injuries. This incident highlights a concerning trend of stampedes at religious sites across India. Over the years, numerous stampedes have occurred at temples, railway stations, and large gatherings. These events have led to significant loss of life. The article lists major stampedes over the last two decades.
List of major stampede at temples, other religious gatherings in India
Deadly stampedes continue to plague India. A recent incident at Haridwar's Mansa Devi temple killed six. Unfortunately, this is part of a recurring pattern. The article lists major stampedes over the last two decades. These tragedies occurred at temples, railway stations, and religious gatherings. Future events like an RCB parade and Pushpa 2 screening are also mentioned with stampede incidents.
Who is Raj Kushwaha? Indore couple case takes a twist as Raja’s brother claims Sonam was in frequent touch with her former employee
Indore Couple News: Meghalaya police suspect Sonam Raghuvanshi orchestrated her husband Raja's murder during their honeymoon, alleging she hired hitmen shortly after their wedding. Raja's brother claims Sonam frequently communicated with Raj Kushwaha, an employee reportedly linked to the crime.
A list of major stampedes at temples, other religious gatherings in India
Numerous stampedes at religious gatherings in India have claimed countless lives over the years. Recent incidents include the 2022 Vaishno Devi shrine, with 12 deaths, and the 2024 Hathras satsang, which killed over 100 people. Such tragedies highlight the recurring danger at these overcrowded events.
Sanatan Dharma is 'Rashtriya' religion of Bharat which cannot be erased: Yogi Adityanath
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath defended Sanatan Dharma, stating that it is the national religion of India and cannot be erased by those who seek power. He criticized the insulting remarks made by DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin against Sanatan Dharma and emphasized that it has faced attacks throughout history.
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Odisha Train Accident: Odisha train crash one of deadliest in Indian Railways' history
The train accidents happened around 7 pm in the evening, when many passengers were sleeping. As per an eyewitness account, three general coaches of the Bengaluru-Howrah Superfast Express got completely damaged and derailed. The Railway Ministry officials said that 12841 Coromandel Express (Shalimar-Madras) passing through the main up line first met with an accident and dashed with the stationary goods train in the loop line at Bahanaga Bazar station.
Odisha Train Accident:Deadliest train crashes in the history of Indian Railways
The train crash in Odisha is one of the deadliest accidents since Indian Independence, with at least 280 killed and over 900 injured. This article lists the other deadliest train crashes that have occurred in India, including the 1981 accident where a train fell into the Bagmati river killing over 750 people, the 1999 Gaisal train disaster that killed over 285 people, and the 2016 Pukhrayan train derailment that killed 152 people.
Death toll in Indore temple tragedy rises to 36, rescue operations end
A temple roof collapse in Indore on Thursday resulted in 36 fatalities, with no more recoveries expected. It is believed that the existence of a stepwell at the site of Beleshwar Mahadev Jhulelal temple was not known by worshippers, and it caved in due to the number of people present.
Ram Navami celebrations marred by death of 11 devotees in Madhya Pradesh, violence in Bengal, Maharashtra
In Delhi, a large number of people defied a police order and took out a procession in Jahangirpuri, which witnessed riots last year during Hanuman Jayanti celebrations, while stones were pelted at two marches in Gujarat's Vadodara too. The celebrations remained largely incident-free in the rest of the country with people coming out on the streets with religious fervour and enthusiasm and law-enforcement agencies on the watch.
Death toll in Indore temple tragedy rises to 36; MP CM visits site, angry locals shout slogans
Near the temple, a group of locals shouted "Murdabad" slogans in protest when Chouhan was on way to console the victims' families. The slab constructed on top of an ancient 'bawdi' or stepwell collapsed during a 'havan' programme held on the occasion of Ram Navami at the temple located in Patel Nagar area of the city, plunging several devotees into the water reservoir below.
Indore temple stepwell collapse: PM Modi announces ex-gratia for kin of dead, injured; death toll rises to 13
An eyewitness said that a large number of people had gathered on the roof of the ancient bavdi and it caved in as it was unable to bear the load.
From Mahakal temple to Indore road, social media-obsessed youngsters risk trouble
Earlier this month, two young women in Madhya Pradesh's Indore district attracted strong public reactions for dancing to Bollywood music on the premises of Mahakaleshwar temple to shoot videos for their Instagram accounts.
Madhya Pradesh government trying to crush farmers' voice: Kamal Nath
On Saturday, Congress workers protesting against the three agri laws clashed with police and allegedly hurled stones while on their way to gherao the Raj Bhavan in Bhopal, prompting police to use water cannons, tear gas and canes to disperse them, officials earlier said.
Day 1 of lockdown: More and more factories shut shop; India's count crosses 600
With most businesses having to work from home or with minimal personnel, many have temporarily shut shop.
View: Statue politics & shifting sands of time
In 2010, the Brigade protested against a Pune statue of Dadoji Konddeo, said to have been a teacher of Shivaji’s. The Pune Municipal Corporation obligingly removed it.
Another farmer dies in Mandsaur, injuries found on body
A 26-year-old farmer died in Badavan village of violence-hit Mandsaur district, with locals today alleging that he was beaten up by policemen.
Vyapam scam: Here's what it takes to lure exam frauds
The Madhya Pradesh Special Task Force (MP STF) has detained over three dozen students from colleges across UP, many of whom are imposters.
Road accidents rose to 75,000 in major metros in 2012
Number of road accidents rose 16 per cent to 75,000, killing about 9,800 people in major metro cities in the year 2012, Rajya Sabha was informed today.
Uttarakhand floods: 120 courageous people saved 6500 pilgrims
Over eight days, Kothiyal’s team trekked up and down steep mountains, fixed ropes on rocky terrain and reassured pilgrims.
Railway Budget 2013: Full text of Railway Minister Pawan Kumar Bansal's speech
Bansal, on Tuesday, presented his maiden Railway Budget in the Lok Sabha announcing a slew of measures to improve passenger experience and railways' fiscal health.
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