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A Wedding Amid Ruins

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A Wedding Amid Ruins

Bride Prasanna and her mother Lakshmy return to their tsunami-wrecked home before proceeding to the temple for her wedding. They had been staying at a relative’s house during the wedding ceremonies. Edavanakad, 16 km from Kochi, Kerala, India. January 2, 2005.
When the tsunami struck, 10 sovereigns of gold and ₹30,000 saved for the wedding, along with their newly painted home, were washed away. The state government and several organisations stepped in to help: ₹40,000 was provided by the government, gold ornaments were gifted by the Sathya Sai Trust, and sarees and bridal attire were donated by various charitable groups.

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Tribute in Silence

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Tribute in Silence
Leaders from across political parties gather at Kochi Nedumbassery Airport to pay their last respects to Ramachandran, who lost his life in the tragic terrorist attack in Phalgam.

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“Under the bridges, life floats on

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“Under the bridges, life floats on — North Indian fishermen in their humble kotta vanchis, weaving through Kerala’s backwaters, while a container truck hangs above like a strange visitor from another world.”

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Heartbreak Beyond Words

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A father, shattered and broken, identifies his twin daughters among the 17 lives lost in the Thattekkad boat tragedy. As he trembles before the lifeless bodies of his little girls, grief engulfs the room—leaving no eye dry, no heart untouched.

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Beyond Commands, a Bond

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In a poignant moment from a Kochi festival years ago, a mahout breaks down beside his elephant, collapsed and lifeless. At a time when stories of cruelty dominate, this silent embrace tells a different story—of love, loss, and an unspoken bond between man and beast.

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Taming the Chaos

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After a tense episode at a temple in Vypin, local residents come together to pull a tranquilised elephant to safety—turning fear into coordinated courage in a matter of moments.

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“Rescue Amidst Chaos: A Policeman Saves AIADMK Worker in Madurai”

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“Rescue Amidst Chaos: A Policeman Saves AIADMK Worker in Madurai”

During the AIADMK Vettri Maanaadu rally in Madurai, under the leadership of then Chief Minister Jayalalitha, a sudden stampede broke out, throwing the event into turmoil.

This image captures the dramatic moment when a policeman rushes to rescue an AIADMK worker caught in the chaos, pulling him to safety amidst the overwhelming crowd. A stark reminder of how political fervor can turn dangerous in an instant, and the crucial role of law enforcement in maintaining order and saving lives.

An unforgettable scene from a high-voltage political gathering, where devotion and disorder collided. #Madurai #AIADMK #PoliticalRally #StampedeRescue #Jayalalitha #VettriMaanaadu

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“A Race Against Fate: Desperation Turns to Hope”

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A heart-wrenching moment as a job seeker falls at the feet of an army invigilator, pleading after narrowly missing the running race timing test by mere milliseconds. His desperation echoed the struggles of many aspirants chasing their dreams.

However, what followed was a remarkable turn of events—after the news was published, people from different walks of life reached out, offering him job opportunities, eager to help. Despite our efforts, the army remained unresponsive regarding his performance in other tests.

A moment that began in despair but ultimately restored faith in humanity. #HopeInDespair #JobSeeker #RaceForAChance #PowerOfMedia