Residents of Naranthal village reportedly detained stone-quarry lorries as part of a protest.The protest was connected to concerns surrounding quarry vehicle movement in the area.Local residents raised their objections through the protest action.The incident highlights continuing local concerns over quarrying and heavy-vehicle movement.
The ban on carrying mobile phones inside Arunachaleswarar Temple has now come into effect.Devotees are required to leave their phones at designated deposit facilities before entering.Five mobile-phone deposit centres are being arranged around the four major temple towers.The measure is expected to change how visitors prepare for darshan at the famous temple.
Large numbers of devotees gathered at Arunachaleswarar Temple during the weekend.Devotees reportedly had to wait for several hours for darshan.The heavy crowd created significant movement around the temple premises.The latest report highlights the continuing popularity of Tiruvannamalai as a major pilgrimage destination.
A 12-year-old girl died after a lorry collided with a motorcycle in Cheyyar.The accident was reported in the Tiruvannamalai district area.The incident has raised renewed concerns about road safety involving heavy vehicles and two-wheelers.Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the collision.
Six people, including forest rangers, were suspended following allegations of a ₹1 crore bribery demand.The alleged bribe was connected to promises of obtaining land titles for hill-dwelling communities.The case has triggered administrative action against the officials named.Further investigation into the allegations is underway.
