The administration of the Itanagar Capital Region banned the commercial slaughter of mithuns and warned of strict action against violators. The ban order was issued by Deputy Commissioner Toko Babu under provisions of the Agricultural Produce Marketing (Regulation) Act, 1989, and the Essential Commodities Act, 1955. Toko Babu, who also serves as the chairperson of Read More…
Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh has written to Union Tribal Affairs Minister Jual Oram raising concerns over the implementation of the Forest Rights Act, 2006 in connection with the proposed development project on Great Nicobar Island. In his reply to Oram’s recent letter, Ramesh urged the Centre to ensure that the provisions of the Forest Read More…
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay is scheduled to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Wednesday to discuss issues related to the state. The visit marks the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam chief’s maiden official trip to the national capital after assuming office earlier this month. Though the detailed itinerary of the visit Read More…
The Enforcement Directorate on Wednesday carried out searches at the residence of former Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and several other locations in connection with the CMRL money laundering case involving his daughter, T Veena, officials said. According to officials, searches were conducted at 10 premises across Kerala under the provisions of the Prevention of Read More…
Veteran film and television actor Ramakant Dayama, known for his roles in Chak De! India, Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story and Ram Setu, passed away after a prolonged illness. He was 71. According to a family friend, Dayama had been unwell for several months, though the exact cause of death has not been disclosed. Read More…
Saudi authorities have signed the release order for Abdul Rahim, a native of Kodampuzha in Kozhikode district who has been imprisoned in Saudi Arabia for nearly two decades. The action committee coordinating efforts for his release said only emigration formalities remain before he can return to India. Rahim was jailed in connection with the death Read More…
The Gujarat government has announced plans to rebuild the hostel complex of B J Medical College that was severely damaged in last year’s AI-171 Air India plane crash, even as some families of the victims have demanded that the site be preserved as a memorial. State Health Minister Praful Pansheriya said the government will construct Read More…
Narendra Modi on Tuesday met Penny Wong and held discussions on further strengthening the India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. During the meeting, the two leaders discussed cooperation in key sectors including defence, trade, technology and supply chain resilience. They also reviewed the growing bilateral ties between India and Australia. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to working Read More…
Gold prices declined in Kerala on Tuesday, bringing slight relief to buyers after recent fluctuations in the bullion market. According to the latest market updates, the price of 22-carat gold dropped by ₹45 per gram. The rate of one gram of 916 hallmark gold now stands at ₹14,565, while the price of eight grams (one Read More…
The Guruvayur Devaswom Board has dismissed allegations of ritual violation during the recent visit of Kerala Chief Minister to the Guruvayur Temple, clarifying that all procedures were followed in accordance with temple rules. Devaswom Board Chairman A V Gopinath said there was no breach of temple customs or traditions during the visit. He explained that Read More…