Shaken by Kerala temple tragedy, says Sachin Tendulkar

Legendary Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar on Sunday said he was "shaken" by the fire at a Kerala temple that left nearly 100 people dead.

"Shaken by the tragic news of Kollam (temple). Thoughts and prayers go out to those affected. May God give us strength and resolve to bear this loss," he tweeted.

Shaken by the tragic news of #Kollam. Thoughts and prayers go out to those affected. May God give us strength and resolve to bear this loss.

— sachin tendulkar (@sachin_rt) April 10, 2016

At least 96 people were killed and over 300 injured when celebratory fireworks led to a massive fire at Paravur town's Puttingal temple, about 60 km from Thiruvananthapuram.