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Tamil Nadu Records Over 84% Voter Turnout, Surpasses Previous Assembly Poll Record

Tamil Nadu registered a record voter turnout in the Assembly elections on Thursday, with over 84 per cent of eligible voters casting their ballots across 234 constituencies. According to the Election Commission of India, the state recorded 84.29 per cent polling till 6 PM, surpassing its previous highest turnout of 78.29 per cent recorded during Read More…

kerala News

Fireworks Dropped from Thrissur Pooram Following Fireworks Unit Accident

Fireworks displays at the iconic Thrissur Pooram have been cancelled this year following an accident at a fireworks manufacturing unit in Mundathikode. The decision was taken at a meeting held on Thursday involving officials and stakeholders associated with the festival. Authorities decided to conduct the Pooram with only traditional rituals, omitting the much-anticipated fireworks events. Read More…

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TVK Chief Vijay Urges EC to Extend Polling Hours in Tamil Nadu

Actor-turned-politician Vijay on Thursday appealed to the Election Commission of India to extend polling hours by two hours, till 8 PM, for the Assembly elections being held across 234 constituencies in Tamil Nadu. In a letter addressed to the Chief Election Commissioner, the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief highlighted concerns over long queues at several Read More…

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India, Egypt Hold 11th Joint Defence Committee Meeting in Cairo

India and Egypt held the 11th Joint Defence Committee (JDC) meeting in Cairo from April 20 to 22, 2026, focusing on strengthening bilateral defence cooperation.The Indian delegation was led by Amitabh Prasad, Joint Secretary (International Cooperation), along with senior officials from the Ministry of Defence and the armed forces. The Egyptian side was represented by Read More…

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PM Marks Opening of Kedarnath Dham, Flags Off Chardham Yatra

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday marked the opening of the sacred Kedarnath Dham, signalling the commencement of this year’s Chardham Yatra. On the occasion, the Prime Minister conveyed his sentiments through a letter addressed to devotees undertaking the pilgrimage. He extended his best wishes and prayers for their safety and well-being as they travel Read More…

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Internship Programme for Degree Students Launched Under District Literacy Mission

An internship programme for degree students has been launched under the Kozhikode District Literacy Mission, offering hands-on exposure to literacy and continuing education activities. The initiative, conducted as part of programmes led by the Kerala State Literacy Mission, aims to help students understand and analyse various literacy and continuing education efforts. Interns will have opportunities Read More…

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Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan to Visit Uttarakhand

The Vice-President of India, C. P. Radhakrishnan, will visit Uttarakhand on April 23, 2026, according to an official statement. During the visit, he is scheduled to attend the 6th Convocation of All India Institute of Medical Sciences Rishikesh as the Chief Guest. The event will bring together graduating students, faculty members, and distinguished guests to Read More…

kerala News

Yellow Alert Issued as Temperatures Set to Rise Across Kerala

The Central Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert warning of high temperatures across Kerala, with heat levels expected to remain above normal until April 24. According to the department, Palakkad district is likely to record the highest temperature, touching up to 40°C. Kollam may see temperatures rise to 39°C, while districts including Alappuzha, Pathanamthitta, Read More…

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Four Census Officials Assaulted During Survey Work in Odisha’s Dhenkanal

Four Census officials, including two women, were allegedly assaulted while carrying out survey work in Dhenkanal district of Odisha on Wednesday, police said. The incident took place in the Mahimanagar area under the Kamakshyanagar Notified Area Council (NAC) during the morning hours. According to officials, the team—comprising three enumerators and one supervisor—had visited the locality Read More…