Thiruvananthapuram: The State Drugs Control Department has banned the distribution and sale of certain batches of medicines after they were found to be of substandard quality during routine testing conducted in March. According to officials, the affected medicines failed to meet quality standards in tests carried out at state-run drug testing laboratories. In response, the Read More…
New Delhi: One of the capital’s most cherished green spaces, Lodhi Garden, marked its 90th anniversary on Thursday, reaffirming its status as a vital “urban oasis” in the heart of the city. Spread across nearly 90 acres, the historic garden is home to centuries-old tombs, diverse plant species, and a variety of birds, making it Read More…
Mumbai: A minor fire broke out at Terminal 1 of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport on Thursday evening, prompting a swift response from emergency teams. Officials confirmed that the situation was quickly brought under control and airport operations remained unaffected. According to a spokesperson for the airport, the fire was reported around 6:10 pm Read More…
Mumbai: The Indian rupee closed marginally stronger on Thursday, gaining 3 paise to settle at 92.51 against the US dollar, supported by weakness in the American currency even as geopolitical tensions kept market sentiment cautious. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 92.63 and later touched an intraday low of 92.92 against Read More…
Puducherry: The Union Territory of Puducherry witnessed a high voter turnout of 86.92 per cent in the Assembly elections held on Thursday, with polling largely remaining peaceful, officials said. Barring a few minor incidents, voting was conducted smoothly across constituencies. Authorities noted that the final polling percentage could see a slight increase as the consolidation Read More…
Wadakkanchery: Allegations of fake voting surfaced at a polling booth in Wadakkanchery during the ongoing Kerala Assembly elections, leading to protests by party workers. The complaint was reported from booth number 49 at the Wadakkancherry Girls School. According to sources, a voter identified as Sajeev arrived at the booth in the morning to cast his Read More…
New Delhi: Narendra Modi has appealed to voters in Puducherry to participate actively as Assembly elections begin in the Union Territory. In a message, the Prime Minister encouraged citizens to come out and vote in record numbers, emphasizing that every vote plays a crucial role in shaping the future of Puducherry. He made a special Read More…
New Delhi: Narendra Modi has urged the people of Kerala to vote in large numbers in the upcoming 2026 Assembly elections, stating that higher participation will strengthen the state’s democratic spirit. In a message shared on X, the Prime Minister said that record voter turnout would add vigour to democracy. He also made a special Read More…
New Delhi: Narendra Modi on Thursday emphasized the urgent need for reservation for women in legislative bodies, stating that it would strengthen Indian democracy and make it more inclusive and participatory. The Prime Minister noted that any delay in implementing such a measure would be “deeply unfortunate,” highlighting its importance in ensuring greater representation of Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: With the Kerala Assembly elections scheduled to be held today, authorities have urged voters to carry valid identification documents to ensure a smooth and hassle-free voting process. Officials clarified that every voter must present at least one original identity proof at the polling booth to cast their vote. The Election Commission has listed multiple Read More…