The Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) has indicated that load shedding may have to be extended as the state continues to face a severe power crisis. The utility also stated that it may be forced to procure electricity at rates exceeding the existing price cap. At present, the upper limit for purchasing power has been Read More…
Rairangpur: President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday participated in a programme marking two years of the Odisha Government and jointly inaugurated 60 projects while laying foundation stones for 12 others worth ₹47,600 crore. The projects span sectors including energy, industrial infrastructure, roads, drinking water, health, education, tourism and irrigation, and are Read More…
Jaipur: Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma on Saturday said the state government is committed to preserving India’s cultural and spiritual heritage while removing symbols associated with colonial rule. Speaking after inaugurating and laying the foundation stone for 41 development projects worth more than ₹74 crore in Sirohi district, Sharma said such efforts are aimed at Read More…
Tehran: Iran has announced the closure of the strategically important Strait of Hormuz amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. The move comes in the wake of Israeli military strikes in southern Lebanon, which reportedly left 32 people dead. Iranian authorities said the decision was taken against the backdrop of the continuing attacks and growing Read More…
Tarakeshwar: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said that Paschimbanga Divas is not merely a date on the calendar but a reminder of the historic struggle that ensured West Bengal remained a part of India during Partition. Addressing a gathering at Tarakeswar in Hooghly district after inaugurating and laying the foundation stone for several development Read More…
Thrissur: The district-level activities of the state-wide Dry Day and Chlorination Campaign aimed at preventing communicable diseases have been launched in Thrissur under the title ‘Vrithi Campaign – Prevention Through Cleanliness’, led by the district administration and the Health Department. The campaign will continue until July 31. The campaign poster was released by Rajan J. Read More…
Former BJP Kerala State President K. Surendran has expressed deep condolences on the passing of noted poet Narayanan Kurup. In his condolence message, Surendran said that Narayanan Kurup was a poet who consistently fought against social and political evils through his writings, blending humour with sharp criticism in his poetry. He noted that the poet Read More…
Thrissur: As part of the observance of International Yoga Day and in accordance with the directions of the Central and State Governments, Oushadhi and Oushadhi Panchakarma Hospital organised a yoga training programme at the auditorium of Oushadhi Panchakarma Hospital in Thrissur. The programme was formally inaugurated by Prof. M. Haridas, Emeritus Professor of Kannur University. Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Communicable diseases continue to spread across Kerala, with 13,539 people seeking treatment for various fever-related illnesses on Friday, according to health department data. Malappuram reported the highest number of fever cases in the state, with 2,734 people affected. A total of 98 dengue cases were confirmed on the day, while 303 people sought treatment Read More…
New Delhi: The NEET-UG re-examination will be held tomorrow, with the National Testing Agency (NTA) conducting a nationwide mock drill today in selected cities to assess preparedness and security arrangements. Officials said that more than two lakh security personnel will be involved in the exercise. The mock drill is aimed at evaluating the effectiveness of Read More…