India has said it is in touch with Nepal following reports that Kathmandu may enforce customs duties on goods carried by travellers from India. Responding to queries during a weekly briefing, Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said New Delhi is closely engaged with the Nepali side on the issue. He noted that reports Read More…
In a significant political development, Raghav Chadha has announced his decision to leave the Aam Aadmi Party and join the Bharatiya Janata Party. Raghav Chadha stated that more than two-thirds of AAP’s Rajya Sabha members are expected to merge with the BJP, indicating a possible realignment in the Upper House. He said the move reflects Read More…
Bharat Taxi has expanded its services to Mumbai with the launch of a driver onboarding initiative aimed at strengthening urban mobility and improving driver livelihoods. The programme was inaugurated on April 23 by Piyush Goyal at Kamla Vihar Sports Club in Kandivali West. The event saw participation from hundreds of auto-rickshaw and cab drivers, along Read More…
The Thrissur Corporation health wing seized stale, rotten, and contaminated food items from several hotels in the city during inspections conducted ahead of the Thrissur Pooram. The action triggered protests by councillors of the Bharatiya Janata Party, who alleged that the authorities failed to disclose the names of the establishments involved, thereby protecting those responsible. Read More…
The Health Department has put in place extensive arrangements to tackle medical emergencies during the Thrissur Pooram, in view of the prevailing heatwave conditions. Around 100 healthcare personnel, including doctors, staff nurses, and paramedical staff, have been deployed for special duty. At Thrissur General Hospital, three medical teams comprising 125 members will function in shifts. Read More…
The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare organised the North Zone Agriculture Conference in Lucknow on Thursday, bringing together key policymakers, scientists, and farmers to chart a future roadmap for the sector. Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Union Ministers of State, and representatives from six states and three Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the banks of the Hooghly River in Kolkata on Friday, highlighting the cultural and spiritual significance of the Ganga in Bengal’s identity. Describing the river as an integral part of the state’s soul, the Prime Minister said the Ganga continues to shape the traditions, faith, and daily life of millions. Read More…
Thrissur District Collector Shikha Surendran has declared a holiday for all educational institutions in the district on April 24 in view of an intense heatwave warning. The order applies to all schools and colleges, including professional institutions. The decision follows an orange alert issued by the Central Meteorological Department for April 23 and 24, along Read More…
The Registrar General of India has directed district magistrates and municipal commissioners across the country to identify vulnerable areas that could affect the smooth and fair conduct of the Census. In its directive, the RGI asked officials to carry out a detailed, village-wise mapping exercise to identify habitations, communities, and segments of people who may Read More…
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Thursday said that education should not be limited to securing employment but must also promote social responsibility, inclusivity, and character-building. Addressing the Annual Day ceremony at Kirori Mal College, Om Birla urged students to align their ambitions with the broader national vision and actively participate in the democratic process. Read More…