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Fuel Switch Controversy in Ahmedabad Crash: Captain Under Scrutiny, Pilots’ Union Slams “Defamation Attempt”

The investigation into the recent Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner crash in Ahmedabad has taken a dramatic turn, with a Wall Street Journal report claiming that the captain may have deliberately turned off the aircraft’s fuel control switches, potentially leading to the accident. Citing U.S. aviation officials, the report suggests that Captain Sumeet Sabharwal’s actions Read More…

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Torrential Rains Batter Malabar: Evacuations, Travel Restrictions, and School Closures in Five Districts

Heavy rains have been lashing Kerala’s Malabar region since Wednesday afternoon, causing severe disruptions across Kozhikode and neighboring districts. The sudden surge in rainfall led to rising water levels in the Kadantharapuzha area of Maruthonkara panchayat, forcing the evacuation of 49 people from 16 families to relief camps. Authorities have issued warnings to residents along Read More…

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India Leads the Way to a Greener Tomorrow: PM Modi Showcases Bold Steps for Sustainable Growth

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reaffirmed India’s unwavering commitment to a green and sustainable future, spotlighting bold policy reforms and international alliances that are transforming the nation into a global leader in climate action. Addressing key developments, PM Modi highlighted the approval of three flagship schemes with a massive outlay exceeding ₹50,000 crore, Read More…

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PM Modi Reaffirms Commitment to Empowering Youth Through Skill India Mission

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reiterated the central government’s unwavering commitment to equipping India’s youth with skills that promote self-reliance, innovation, and global competitiveness. Speaking on the occasion of World Youth Skills Day (July 15), the Prime Minister emphasized the pivotal role of the Skill India Mission in shaping a future-ready workforce and Read More…

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UK Fighter Jet Grounded in Kerala Nears Takeoff: Repairs Enter Final Stage, Refueling Completed

Thiruvananthapuram: The British Royal Air Force (RAF) fighter jet that was grounded in Kerala earlier this year is now close to resuming its journey, with repair works entering the final stage and the aircraft successfully refueled. While U.K. authorities have not yet issued an official statement regarding the completion of the maintenance or the exact Read More…

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Kerala Braces for Intense Monsoon: IMD Issues Orange Alert in 7 Districts, Statewide Rainfall Warnings in Place

Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala is on high alert as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts intense monsoon activity across the state for the next five days. Seven districts — Idukki, Ernakulam, Thrissur, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur, and Kasaragod — have been placed under Orange Alert, warning of very heavy rainfall (115.6 mm to 204.4 mm in 24 hours), Read More…

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Kerala on Alert as Nipah Virus Returns: Deceased Man’s Son Tests Positive in Palakkad

Kerala has confirmed a fresh case of Nipah virus, raising fresh public health concerns. The latest patient is a 32-year-old man from Palakkad, the son of a 58-year-old who died from the virus on July 12 while undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Perinthalmanna. The son, who was caring for his father during hospitalization, Read More…

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Milma Goes Global: Kerala Dairy Giant Exports to Gulf, Sets Sights on U.S. and Maldives

Kozhikode: Kerala’s iconic dairy brand Milma is rapidly expanding its global footprint, exporting over three tonnes of products to Gulf countries as part of a strategic tie-up with retail giant Lulu Group. This marks a major leap for the cooperative, which is now aggressively targeting international markets, including the United States and Maldives. While Milma’s Read More…

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Calicut University Faces Syllabus Shake-Up: Expert Panel Recommends Dropping Songs by Vedan and Gauri Lakshmi

Kozhikode: In a move stirring debate across academic and cultural circles, an expert committee appointed by the Vice Chancellor of Calicut University has recommended the removal of songs by rapper Vedan and lyricist-singer Gauri Lakshmi from the BA Malayalam syllabus. Vedan’s politically charged rap “Bhoomi Njaan Vaazhunnidam” had been included in the third-semester curriculum alongside Read More…

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675 on Nipah Contact List Across Kerala; Health Department Steps Up Vigilance

Thiruvananthapuram: The Kerala Health Department has placed 675 individuals under surveillance across various districts after they were identified as part of the contact list linked to recent Nipah virus cases. The move comes as part of intensified efforts to contain the spread of the deadly virus. All individuals on the contact list are being closely Read More…