Tragedy Strikes Karur Rally: A Deadly Stampede Claims 39 Lives
A devastating stampede occurred at a political rally held by Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) president and actor Vijay in Karur on Saturday, September 27, 2025. The tragic incident resulted in the deaths of at least 39 people. Thousands had gathered in densely packed roads since early morning, eager to witness Mr. Vijay’s address as part of his statewide political tour, when the event began at 7:20 p.m. in Velusamypuram.
Wife of Detained Climate Activist Sonam Wangchuk Awaits Answers, Denied Contact
Concerns are growing over the detention of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk. A day after he was held under the National Security Act (NSA) and transferred to Jodhpur, Rajasthan, his wife, Gitanjali Angmo, stated that she has not received a copy of the detention order nor has she been able to speak with her husband. Police had informed her on September 26, the day of his detention from his village, that communication would be arranged once he reached Jodhpur.
External Affairs Minister Jaishankar Calls for Urgent UN Reform Amidst Global Challenges
Speaking at the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York on Saturday, September 27, 2025, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar asserted that the UN is currently ‘gridlocked’ and desperately requires reform. In his address, he criticized Pakistan’s role as a center for terrorism, underscored global challenges such as tariff uncertainties, and reiterated India’s readiness to assume greater responsibilities within the United Nations.
Uddhav Thackeray Accuses BJP of ‘Patriotic Drama,’ Questions Sonam Wangchuk’s Arrest
Shiv Sena UBT president Uddhav Thackeray sharply criticized the BJP on Saturday, September 27, 2025, labeling their actions as a ‘drama of patriotism.’ He specifically questioned the arrest of Leh-based activist Sonam Wangchuk, stating, “Hindustan and Pakistan are going to play a match again [on Sunday]. This is the height of shamelessness. On one hand, the man who provides technology for solar tents for our Indian Army is declared a traitor and arrested under the National Security Act. On the other hand, we engage in cricket with a country that actively sends terrorists into India. This exemplifies their patriotic charade.”
CBI Arrests Police Officer in Madhya Pradesh Custodial Death Case Following Supreme Court Remarks
Following recent remarks by the Supreme Court, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) announced on Saturday the arrest of an Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) from the Madhya Pradesh Police. This officer is one of two accused in the custodial death of a tribal man in the Guna district.
Uttar Pradesh Opposition Condemns Bareilly Violence, Alleges Government’s Divisive Tactics
In Uttar Pradesh, opposition parties sharply criticized the state government on Saturday regarding the recent violence in Bareilly. They allege that the government is intentionally fostering communal divisions to mask its governance failures. Opposition leaders warned that such incidents would exacerbate social fault lines and undermine communal harmony. Ajay Rai, president of the U.P. Congress, stated, “Everyone has the right to express respect and love for their deity. We say ‘I love Vishwanath’; the police action holds no legal value. This action is a calculated strategy by the U.P. government to conceal its failures.”
Escalating Gaza Conflict: Airstrikes and Gunfire Claim 44 Lives as Calls for Ceasefire Go Unheeded
Health officials reported on Saturday, September 27, 2025, that at least 44 people were killed across Gaza due to Israeli strikes and gunfire. This tragic toll comes amidst increasing international demands for a ceasefire, which Israel’s leadership continues to resist, vowing to continue the conflict. Heartbreakingly, nine members of the same family perished in a house in the Nuseirat refugee camp, with their bodies brought to Al-Awda Hospital. Additionally, five individuals died when a strike hit a tent sheltering displaced people, as confirmed by Nasser Hospital.