K ARMSTRONG
Tamil Nadu: 3 party functionaries hacked to death in 24 hrs, opposition takes on ruling DMK
On Sunday, Tamil Nadu experienced three separate murders of political figures from AIADMK, BJP, and Congress. AIADMK spokesperson Kovai Sathyan criticized Chief Minister MK Stalin and the DMK for alleged lawlessness and accused the police of failing to act against DMK affiliates. Police have detained two suspects in connection with one of the murders.
Armstrong murder: Three more arrested
Police arrested three more suspects in the murder case of BSP leader K Armstrong, totaling 20 arrests. N Vijayakumar, V Mukilan, and N Vignesh were remanded to custody. Previously, a key accused, K Thiruvengadam, was killed by police. The high-profile murder sparked political outcry, prompting demands for a CBI investigation.
Tamil Nadu: Naam Tamilar Katchi party's Madurai North District official hacked to death
Days after the murder of BSP Tamil Nadu chief K Armstrong in Chennai, Naam Tamilar Katchi party's Madurai North District Deputy Secretary Balasubramanian was hacked to death. The incident occurred on Tuesday morning while Balasubramanian was walking in the BB Kulam area of Madurai, according to police.
Tamil Nadu BSP President murder: Accused killed in police encounter near Chennai
Police confirmed that Thiruvengadam, an accused in the murder of Tamil Nadu BSP President K Armstrong, was killed in a police encounter near Chennai. Eight suspects have been identified in the case, and 10 teams have been formed to investigate. Chief Minister MK Stalin expressed his condolences to Armstrong's family and ordered the police to conduct the case expeditiously.
Dalits facing 'large-scale atrocities' in Tamil Nadu: Union Minister L Murugan
Union Minister L Murugan accused the DMK government in Tamil Nadu of widespread atrocities against Dalits and lack of safety for political leaders, citing incidents of violence and murder since 2022. He highlighted the increase in cases of atrocities against Dalits and criticized Chief Minister M K Stalin for the alleged failures. Murugan's delegation from the BJP will seek action from national commissions, questioning the DMK's commitment to social justice and criticizing the Congress for its silence on recent tragedies in the state.
AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami tells DMK regime to give 'free hand' to police
AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami criticized Chief Minister M K Stalin for the handling of law and order in Tamil Nadu, emphasizing the need for full freedom for the police department. He questioned the efficiency of simply transferring officials after Chennai police commissioner was replaced. Palaniswami blamed the current administration for the rise in crimes and called for more autonomy for police to maintain law and order effectively.
- Go To Page 1
BSP leader K Armstrong's murder: Sandeep Rai Rathore transferred, A Arun new Chennai police Commissioner
The Tamil Nadu government has replaced Sandeep Rai Rathore as Commissioner of Police, Greater Chennai with A Arun, who is currently ADGP, Law and Order. Rathore has been appointed as DGP, Police Training College, Chennai. This reshuffle of senior IPS officers follows the recent killing of BSP leader K Armstrong.
BSP leader murder: Supporters stage protest, demand CBI probe, eights suspects held over killing
Several suspects have been detained in connection with the murder of BSP state president K Armstrong, but doubts persist among political leaders and supporters regarding their involvement. Armstrong was brutally killed by a gang near his home in Perambur, prompting calls for a CBI investigation from his supporters who allege a planned murder and intelligence failure. Chief Minister M K Stalin expressed shock and ordered swift police action, but opposition leaders criticized the DMK government for failing to maintain law and order, highlighting ongoing concerns about violence under its tenure.
Mayawati calls BSP Tamil Nadu chief murder 'brutal', appeals for peace
BSP chief Mayawati condemned Tamil Nadu leader K Armstrong's murder by a gang near his Perambur house, urging immediate action. She will visit Chennai on Sunday. CM Stalin was shocked, ordered a swift investigation, and reported arrests of eight suspects. Both leaders posted condolences on X. Mayawati plans to meet Armstrong's grieving family.
Armstrong killing: Chennai police detain BSP protesters for obstructing traffic
After BSP leader K Armstrong's tragic murder near his Chennai home, BSP workers protested outside the hospital where his body was autopsied, demanding a CBI inquiry and CM Stalin's resignation. The protest caused traffic chaos, leading to several detentions by Chennai Police. BSP chief Mayawati plans to visit Chennai, urging peace and immediate government action. Meanwhile, CM Stalin assured swift justice for the suspects arrested in the case, expressing condolences to Armstrong's family and supporters.
High Court allows burial of slain Tamil Nadu BSP president K Armstrong in Tiruvallur district
The Madras High Court allowed the burial of slain Tamil Nadu BSP president at a location in Tiruvallur district after government opposition. The judge directed a peaceful funeral procession with police protection.
Armstrong's brutal murder: How killers struck in disguise of food delivery agents in a case that shocked Chennai
Tamil Nadu BSP Chief Armstrong was tragically murdered near his home in Chennai. The attack, carried out by disguised assailants, resulted in his death. Police have arrested eight suspects with criminal records, ruling out political motives. Investigation ongoing to determine the motive behind the well-coordinated assault.
No guarantee for people's lives in Tamil Nadu under DMK rule: Annamalai on BSP leader's murder
Tamil Nadu Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President K Annamalai has criticized the MK Stalin-led state government for not guaranteeing the safety of common citizens. He hacked the BSP state president K Armstrong to death and criticized the MK Stalin-led DMK government over the Kallakurichi hooch tragedy that killed 65 people.
CM Stalin calls BSP leader's murder 'deeply saddening,' orders swift justice
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin expressed grief over the assassination of the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) leader, Mr. Armstrong, by unidentified men near his residence in Perambur, Chennai. He ordered the police to conduct the case expeditiously and bring the culprits to justice. Eight suspects have been arrested and a special team has been formed to investigate the murder.
BSP leader's killing: Party supremo Mayawati to visit Chennai tomorrow; appeals for peace
BSP Tamil Nadu head K Armstrong was murdered near Perambur residence. Mayawati will visit Chennai, urging action. Chennai police arrested eight suspects; CM MK Stalin conveyed condolences, ordered expedited probe. BSP workers gathered at Rajiv Gandhi Hospital mortuary, staged road roko and sit-in protests on Poonamallee High Road, demanding CBI probe.
Rahul Gandhi "deeply shocked" at BSP leader's "abhorrent" killing, confident TN govt "will ensure culprits brought to justice"
Congress MP Rahul Gandhi expressed deep shock over the brutal killing of K Armstrong, the Tamil Nadu Chief of the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP), near his residence in Chennai. He extended heartfelt condolences to Armstrong's family, friends, and followers, emphasizing that Tamil Nadu Congress leaders are in close contact with the state government to ensure swift justice for the culprits. Meanwhile, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin also condemned the assassination, assuring expedited police action to bring the perpetrators to justice. BSP Chief Mayawati strongly condemned the killing, urging the state government to swiftly punish those responsible.
"Ugly face of Balak Buddhi": Amit Malviya slams Rahul Gandhi's "silence" on BSP leader's killing
Taking to 'X', Malviya wrote, "Tamilnadu BSP chief, a Dalit, is hacked to death. Expect Third Time Fail Rahul Gandhi to maintain radio silence, just like the hooch tragedy, because the Congress depends on the DMK for its relevance in TN." "This kind of perverse politics is the ugly face of Balak Buddhi", he added.
BSP Tamil Nadu president Armstrong hacked to death in Chennai's Perambur
The Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) Tamil Nadu president, Armstrong, was hacked to death by an unidentified mob of six people near his residence in Perambur, Chennai, on Friday evening, officials reported. According to the Chennai police, the search for the accused is underway.
Sterling K Brown's debut in 'Invincible' Season 2 sets the stage for a thrilling showdown
The highly awaited second season of the animated superhero series, "Invincible," has made a compelling and startling debut. Sterling K. Brown, an Emmy-winning actor, assumes a crucial role in this Prime Video series. The burning question is, which character does Sterling K. Brown bring to life in this thrilling tale of heroes and villains?
Prakash Raj slammed for mocking India's Chandrayaan-3 moon mission & ex-ISRO chief K Sivan; Abhishek Manu Singhvi calls it 'shameful'
Actor Prakash Raj faced criticism on social media for his post seemingly mocking ex-ISRO chief KS Ivan ahead of Chandrayaan-3 landing. The post contained a humorous image of a man serving tea on the moon with a caption mentioning Vikram Lander.
Rare Apollo 11 image of Neil Armstrong on the Moon now up for auction, expected to fetch up to $30k
The shot is the one and proper, full-body, photograph of Neil Armstrong taken during the historic moonwalk - yet it was mislabelled as Buzz Aldrin for over two decades until two British scholars discovered the truth.
Roe v. Wade verdict outlash: Green Day’s Billie Joe Armstrong decides to “renounce” US citizenship
The current verdict of Roe v. Wade in the United States of America is receiving a lot of backlash worldwide. Celebrities are especially vocally announcing how their faith in democracy is shaken after this attack on all womens’ rights in the US.
Unacademy lays off 1,000 employees; Coinbase in India ‘for the long haul’
Unacademy, the edtech giant that began as a YouTube channel in 2015, has laid off around 1,000 employees over the past few weeks as part of a huge cost-cutting exercise
NASA lauds India's Chandrayaan-2 mission, ready to jointly explore solar system with ISRO
ISRO plan to soft-land Chandrayaan-2's Vikram module did not go as per script on Saturday, with the lander losing communication with ground stations during its final descent.
50 years of bank nationalisation: How Indira Gandhi changed banking
On July 20, 1969 then Prime Minister, Indira Gandhi, nationalised 14 major banks - a move that was as politically motivated as it was economically motivated.
Chandrayaan-2 to be launched in January-March window in 2019
The Rs 800-crore lunar mission named "Chandrayaan-2" comes over a decade after "Chandrayaan-1".
Hot, metallic Earth-sized planet discovered
Named K2-229b, the planet is almost 20 per cent larger than Earth but has a mass which is over two-and-a-half times greater.
Celebs & their controversial fall-outs
Roger Federer recently hit back at Boris Becker for his comments. He's not the first to react to a controversial memoir.
India forging ahead with big plans as cabinet clears the Mars mission
Even as the US cuts down on interstellar explorations, our country is forging ahead with big plans. With the cabinet clearing the Mars mission.
Load More
