The Supreme Court indicated it is focusing on the well-being and health of captive elephants, rather than religious rights, according to one report.
A two-day strike, reportedly called by the Campaign for Just and Free Delimitation (JFD), has disrupted normal life in Manipur's valley districts.
According to The Hindu, Chief Minister Vijay recently inaugurated facilities valued at ₹23.67 crore at the Irukkankudi temple in Virudhunagar.
According to The Hindu, the President gave assent on August 17, 2026, to the Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Act, 2026, and an Act further amending the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007.
