BJP leader Anurag Thakur accused the Tamil Nadu government of an “anti-Sanatan” stance over the Karthigai Deepam dispute. The state government defied Madras High Court orders to light a ceremonial lamp at Thiruparankundram temple, leading to contempt proceedings and protests. The government has appealed to the Supreme Court.

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The order confirms that the Mekedatu Project office will be permanently set up in Ramanagara to effectively manage the project’s execution.