Salem, Feb. 13 -- Tensions flared outside a hospital in Tamil Nadu's Salem as a scuffle broke out between journalists and cadres of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) after a man reportedly suffered a heart attack during a TVK chief Vijay's rally.

Journalists alleged that the cadres tried to attack them while covering the incident.

A 37-year-old man from Maharashtra, who reportedly suffered a heart attack during a rally led by TVK chief Vijay earlier today. His body was brought to the hospital in Salem. This death comes months after a stampede during a rally held by Vijay in Karur claimed nearly 40 lives.

Speaking on the incident, the police said, "During the event, he suddenly collapsed. He was rushed for medical assistance, but was d...