The city of Thrissur came alive with vibrant festive energy as celebrations of the iconic Thrissur Pooram unfolded, reflecting strong public participation and cultural fervour. Despite recent challenges, including concerns over safety and scaled-down arrangements, the spirit of the festival remained intact. Crowds gathered across the city to witness traditional rituals, cultural performances, and the Read More…
The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare has said the 2025–26 wheat season remains “mixed but resilient,” with overall production expected to stay stable despite weather-related challenges. Wheat was sown over an estimated 33.4 million hectares this season, with no major pest or disease outbreaks reported. Officials said timely and early sowing led to an Read More…
Celebrated Indian photographer Raghu Rai passed away in the early hours of Sunday at a private hospital in New Delhi after a prolonged illness. He was 83. Raghu Rai, widely regarded as one of India’s most influential photographers, was known for capturing the country’s diverse realities through his lens over several decades. His son, photographer Read More…
West Bengal recorded a historic voter turnout of 93.19 per cent in the first phase of Assembly elections, the Election Commission of India announced on Saturday. Polling for the phase was held on April 23 across 152 assembly constituencies in 16 districts. Out of 3.61 crore eligible voters, around 3.36 crore people cast their votes. Read More…
Union Minister Jayant Chaudhary on Saturday criticised the Aam Aadmi Party, alleging that it failed to fulfil the promises made to the public. Speaking to reporters in Meerut, Chaudhary said the reported exit of several AAP Rajya Sabha MPs was a direct consequence of the party’s inability to deliver on its commitments. He was responding Read More…
The Kerala State Commission for Protection of Child Rights has directed all schools in the state to conclude training sessions during April and May by 10:30 AM in view of the intense heat. The order was issued by a full bench led by Chairperson K. V. Manoj Kumar, along with members Shajesh Bhaskar and Dr. Read More…
The Civil Supplies Commissioner has directed consumers who have access to piped natural gas (PNG) to surrender their LPG connections immediately. The move comes amid ongoing restrictions on LPG distribution across the country due to the prevailing geopolitical situation in West Asia. The directive follows a Gazette notification issued by the Ministry of Petroleum and Read More…
Gold prices have witnessed an increase, with 916 hallmark gold being priced at ₹14,120 per gram and ₹1,12,960 for 8 grams, according to the latest rate update released on today. The rate for 18-carat gold stands at ₹11,660 per gram, while 8 grams is priced at ₹93,280. Meanwhile, silver is being sold at ₹260 per Read More…
Union Minister Suresh Gopi visited the residence of Satheesh, who lost his life in the explosion at a fireworks manufacturing unit in Mundathikode, Thrissur, and paid his last respects. The minister offered condolences to the bereaved family and expressed solidarity during their time of grief. He was accompanied by Niveditha Subrahmanyan, BJP Thrissur North District Read More…
The Health Department has issued a warning about the increased risk of amoebic brain infection during the ongoing summer season and has released a set of precautionary guidelines for the public. According to the advisory, people are strictly advised to avoid bathing in or washing their face with contaminated or untreated water. Authorities have also Read More…