By our Special Correspondent New Delhi: Poor households globally lose 5 per cent of their total income in an average year from heat stress and 4.4 per cent from floods compared with households that are relatively better off, the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations said in Oct 16. It warned about Read More…
Bengaluru: After days of heavy rainfall, Bengaluru has ultimately visible a reduction in depth, supplying a short respite to its residents. However, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts that mild to moderate rains will maintain in the town until October 20. The current downpours, which caused huge waterlogging and site visitors snarls, at the moment Read More…
Reliance Jio has launched two new 4G feature phones, the JioBharat V3 and JioBharat V4, further strengthening its push towards affordable connectivity for all. These models are targeted at users who want basic phone functionalities but with the benefits of 4G connectivity. Key Features: 4G Connectivity: Both phones offer high-speed 4G internet, enabling seamless internet Read More…
In a welcome move just before the festive season, the Indian government has sanctioned a 3% increase in the Dearness Allowance (DA) for central government employees and pensioners. This raises the DA from 50% to 53% of their basic salary, offering a financial boost to millions. The hike is seen as a significant Diwali gift, Read More…
Bengaluru is currently experiencing heavy rainfall, prompting the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue an orange alert for today and tomorrow. This alert signifies the likelihood of intensified rain, driven by a well-marked low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal affecting weather patterns across southern India. The ongoing downpour has led to significant flooding in Read More…
New Delhi: The Indian government convened a high-level meeting in response to several hoax bomb threats that affected multiple flights. These false alerts triggered enhanced security protocols and flight delays, sparking concerns over aviation safety. Authorities are investigating the source of the hoaxes while seeking to strengthen preventive measures and ensure better preparedness in the Read More…
Srinagar: Omar Abdullah has officially taken oath as the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, ushering in a new political chapter for the region. However, the Congress party, a crucial partner in previous coalition governments, has opted to stay out of this new administration, adding intrigue to the evolving political scenario. In his inaugural speech, Read More…
By Our Correspondent Thrissur: The Thrissur City Police have started a preliminary inquiry into allegations that the Union Minister of State of Petroleum and Natural Gas and Tourism, Mr Suresh Gopi had misused an ambulance during The Thrissur Pooram in April this year. The police initiated the inquiry against the minister Suresh Gopi based on a Read More…
By Our Legal Correspondent Kochi: A special Division Bench of the High Court of Kerala directed the Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the complaints of sexual harassment and sexual assaults in Malayalam film industry to conduct an investigation into the alleged rampant use of alcohol/drugs in film shooting sets and other connected workplaces. The Bench Read More…
The Election Commission of India has announced the bypoll dates for three key constituencies in Kerala—Wayanad Lok Sabha seat and the Palakkad and Chelakkara assembly seats. Voting will take place on November 13, and the counting of votes will be conducted on November 23. The by-elections became necessary after the Wayanad Lok Sabha seat was Read More…