Tamil Nadu
This Top Cop Is Accused of Extreme Torture Including ‘Crushing Testicles’ and Pulling Teeth
An average of five people die in police custody in India every day, according to official data.
Four Beheadings in Ten Days: Revenge Killings Leave a Trail of Terror in India
While police investigate brutal decapitations in the south Indian state Tamil Nadu, activists say the root cause is centuries old.
Villagers Find Hidden ‘Ancient’ Gold While Renovating a Temple
The police in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu seized the valuables, despite the protests of locals.
Rajinikanth, One of India’s Most Famous Actors, Is Launching a ‘Spiritual’ Political Party
The Indian megastar, who has a temple dedicated to him, is expected to alter the political scenario of the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu.
Custodial Killing of a Father and Son in Tamil Nadu Exposes India’s Police Brutality Problem
The pair had allegedly kept their phone store open past curfew. Events like this are tragically common in India.
Some Right-Wing Hindu Groups Are Threatening All Couples Who Celebrate Valentine’s Day
While one right-wing outfit wants February 14 to be dedicated to Indian martyrs, other fringe organisations continue the tradition of beating up couples and burning V-Day cards.
Some Chicken Stalls in Tamil Nadu Were Caught Selling Crow Meat
Two people have been arrested for selling chicken mixed with crow meat after locals noticed that the crows kept dying from eating rice offered at a temple.
A Mobile Phone Store in Tamil Nadu Is Now Offering Free Onions With Every Purchase
As onion prices skyrocket across India, this store’s genius marketing strategy has resulted in increased footfalls and sales.
Police Detained Northeast Indians Thinking They’re Tibetans Who Might Protest Against Chinese President’s Visit
Around 40 Northeastern people, including women, were detained despite having identity cards.
Man From Tamil Nadu Faces Threats From Family For Marrying a Trans Woman, Seeks Protection
Even though his family took him down to the police station and reported him, he got married. Now, he is facing assault threats.
India is Arresting Tibetans Ahead of Chinese President’s Visit
Tibetan activists in India see these “preemptive arrests” as a sign of China’s growing influence over democracies and “their ability to press governments to silence freedom of speech in all corners of the world."
Tamil Nadu Is An Unexpected Japanese Haven in South India
Japanese expatriates and businesses alike have found reason to call this Southern Indian state home, leading to great cultural exchange.