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Kerala High Court Criticizes Organizers for Playing Revolutionary Songs at Kadakkal Temple Festival

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1 year ago

March 18, 2025

On Tuesday, the Kerala High Court expressed strong disapproval of the Kadakkal Devi temple management in Kollam for permitting the performance of revolutionary songs promoting Communism instead of traditional devotional hymns during a temple festival.

The court reviewed a writ petition challenging the presentation of songs by the Democratic Youth Federation of India (DYFI), the youth wing of CPI(M), during the festival at Kadakkal Devi Temple, held on March 10, 2025. It instructed the Travancore Devaswom Board to ensure that activities detrimental to the temple’s sanctity are not allowed during annual and other temple festivals.

A Division Bench, comprising Justice Anil K Narendran and Justice Muralee Krishna S, stated after watching video clips of the performance, “We find that the activities undertaken during the annual festival of Kadakkal Devi Temple on March 10, 2025, are unacceptable within temple premises. We wish to make it explicitly clear that such programs cannot be associated with any temple festivals,” the court emphasized.

“This is a temple festival, not a college union event. Festivals are gatherings of devotion, and the members of the temple advisory committee should be believers, not politically affiliated individuals,” the court added.

The Travancore Devaswom Board’s Standing Counsel informed the court that the Board has instructed the Chief Vigilance and Security Officer (Superintendent of Police) to conduct an investigation and report back. Furthermore, it was revealed that a show-cause notice has been issued to the Temple Advisory Committee. The court has directed the Board to submit an affidavit detailing the actions taken regarding this matter.

Additionally, the court required the Board to provide a counter affidavit outlining the funds collected from devotees for the construction of the stage and the execution of the festival. The case has been scheduled for further consideration next week.

The performance of revolutionary songs at the Kadakkal Devi temple, which falls under the jurisdiction of the state-run Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB), has sparked a significant controversy, drawing criticism from several quarters.

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Social Media Influencer-Turned Gangster Held Abroad

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4 days ago

April 9, 2026

Namma Kudla

New Delhi: Rao Inderjeet Yadav has been arrested in Dubai. He is wanted in a murder case from Haryana.

He fled India in 2024 after a businessman was killed in Rohtak. Police had been searching for him since then. Officials said Dubai authorities have asked for documents. He is likely to be brought back to India soon.

Yadav faces more than 15 criminal cases. These include extortion, fraud, and illegal land deals. The Enforcement Directorate also investigated him for money laundering. Raids led to the seizure of cash, cars, and documents.

He also ran a music company called Gems Tunes. It produced regional songs.

Yadav had a large social media following. He often showed his rich lifestyle online. He has denied all charges. He claims he is being framed.

Police are now preparing for further action.

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Man Killed by Wife’s Lover in Andhra Pradesh, Son Raises Alarm

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5 days ago

April 8, 2026

Namma Kudla

Andhra Pradesh: A 45-year-old man was killed by his wife’s lover in Annamayya district of Andhra Pradesh. The incident happened on Monday night in a forest area near Chowdepalli.

The victim, Gandhi from Tamil Nadu, had come with his five-year-old son to search for his wife. Police said the wife was in a relationship with another man named Narasimhulu.

Narasimhulu allegedly took Gandhi and the child into the forest. He and his aides then attacked Gandhi with a stone and killed him in front of the boy.

The frightened child hid in nearby bushes. After the attackers left, he stayed beside his father’s body the whole night.

At sunrise, the boy walked to a nearby village and informed locals. The police were alerted and started an investigation.

Police have taken the accused and his two aides into custody. The child has been placed in a care centre.

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Woman Delivers Baby Girl on Train in Andhra Pradesh

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5 days ago

April 8, 2026

Namma Kudla

Andhra Pradesh : A pregnant woman gave birth to a baby girl on a moving train in Andhra Pradesh. The incident ended safely with the help of railway staff.

The woman was eight months pregnant. She boarded the train with her family, believing she still had one month left for delivery. She was travelling from Chennai to Dhanbad on Train No. 13352.

After the train crossed Annavaram station, she began to feel labour pain. Her family members became worried and immediately informed the ticket examiner.

Railway staff member G. Jyothi responded quickly and helped the woman. Understanding the emergency, the train was given a special halt at Elamanchili station. An ambulance was also arranged.

The woman delivered a healthy baby girl on the train. After the delivery, both the mother and the newborn were shifted to Elamanchili Government Hospital in a 108 ambulance.

Officials confirmed that both the mother and baby are safe and healthy. The train was halted at the station for about 40 minutes to manage the situation.

Railway staff ensured privacy by asking male passengers to leave the coach. Their timely action helped ensure a safe delivery.

This incident highlights the importance of quick response and human support during emergencies.