Tag: Festival Violence
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Devaragattu Banni Festival Violence 2025: Two Dead, Over 100 Injured
Overview The Devaragattu Banni festival, a centuries‑old ritual near Devaragattu on the Deccan hills in Kurnool district, turned violent during the Dasara season in 2025. Officials confirmed two fatalities and more than 100 people injured as rival groups clashed with sticks during the ceremonial procession that follows the temple’s annual girijan yatra. The incident, which…
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IS-Linked Attacker Sentenced to Life for Festival Stabbings
Introduction: Tragic Events at a German Festival In a heartbreaking incident that shocked the nation, a 27-year-old man with ties to the terrorist group ISIS fatally stabbed three individuals during a city festival in western Germany in August 2024. This tragic event not only claimed innocent lives but also raised serious concerns about security and…