New Delhi: President Droupadi Murmu will arrive in Manipur today for a two-day visit — her first trip to the state since assuming office. President Murmu will be welcomed with a Guard of Honour upon her arrival, and security has been significantly tightened across Imphal in view of the high-profile visit. Ahead of her arrival, Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram is all set to host a spectacular cinematic celebration as the 30th International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK) kicks off tomorrow. Scheduled from December 12 to 19, this year’s festival promises an extraordinary feast for cinephiles with 206 films from 82 countries, showcased across 26 diverse categories. Delegate pass distribution begins today at 11 Read More…
The second phase of Kerala’s local body elections began today with an impressive voter turnout across northern districts. Polling, which commenced at 7 a.m. and will continue until 6 p.m., saw long queues forming early at many booths. Elections are underway in 12,391 wards across 604 local bodies in Thrissur, Palakkad, Malappuram, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur, Read More…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called on people across the country to actively participate in the newly launched ‘Your Money, Your Right’ movement, aimed at empowering citizens to demand transparency, accountability, and fairness in financial services. Addressing the nation, the Prime Minister emphasized that every citizen has the right to clear, reliable, and Read More…
New Delhi: Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has reaffirmed that India continues to offer one of the most affordable railway ticket systems in the world, far cheaper than those in developed and even neighbouring nations. Speaking in the Lok Sabha, he revealed that the Indian Railways provided a massive ₹60,000-crore subsidy last year to keep fares Read More…
Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has turned down the ‘Veer Savarkar Award’, making headlines with a pointed remark directed at the organisers. Tharoor stated that he declined the honour because the organisers failed to provide clarity on the nature of the award and details about the institution behind it. In a statement, Tharoor remarked that Read More…
Amazon has unveiled a major commitment to India’s rapidly growing tech landscape, announcing a $35 billion investment by 2030 aimed at accelerating Artificial Intelligence (AI) innovation across the country. This marks one of the company’s largest long-term investments in India, reflecting the nation’s increasing importance as a global technology hub. The investment will focus on Read More…
The Bengaluru–Ernakulam Vande Bharat Express continues to witness impressive demand, carrying nearly 55,000 passengers since its launch. The premium high-speed service, known for its faster travel time and enhanced onboard comfort, has quickly become a preferred choice for commuters between Karnataka and Kerala. Railway officials noted that the occupancy figures are calculated based on total Read More…
In a historic moment for India, UNESCO has officially inscribed Diwali — the Festival of Lights — into its Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The prestigious announcement was made at UNESCO’s Cultural Heritage Conservation Conference held at Delhi’s iconic Red Fort — the first time India has hosted this global gathering. Read More…
The standoff between the Kerala Government and the Governor over Vice Chancellor appointments has deepened, as yet another round of talks failed to produce a breakthrough. Ministers P. Rajeev and R. Bindu met Governor Arif Mohammed Khan on Wednesday morning in an effort to reach a compromise, following a directive from the Supreme Court. But Read More…