India, Sept. 28 -- The stampede at actor-turned politician Vijay's rally in Tamil Nadu's Karur has sent shockwaves around the country. The death toll in the tragic incident that happened during the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) rally on Saturday evening keeps rising.

According to the latest figures, at least 40 people have lost their lives, while several are being treated for injuries.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Tamil Nadu chief minister MK Stalin have announced separate ex gratia for the victims, and deputy CM Udayanidhi Stalin chaired a review meeting in Karur to ensure that the treatment of the injured is not being hampered for any reason.

Here are the top updates regarding the Karur stampede:

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