Kolkata: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday launched a sharp attack on the Trinamool Congress (TMC), asserting that West Bengal’s development depends on removing the party from power. Saying that India’s younger generation believes in the BJP’s development model, Modi urged voters to bring change in the Assembly elections scheduled in the state later this Read More…
New Delhi: In a landmark move set to transform provident fund access, the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is preparing to allow subscribers to withdraw their PF savings instantly through UPI from April. The new facility, to be rolled out in collaboration with the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), will significantly cut down waiting Read More…
New Delhi: India is poised to sign the largest defence contract in its history, with a deal to procure 114 additional Rafale fighter jets for the Indian Air Force expected to be finalised next month. The agreement is likely to be signed during the visit of French President Emmanuel Macron to India, marking a major Read More…
New Delhi: In a landmark moment for Indian Railways, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday flagged off the country’s first-ever Vande Bharat Sleeper Train, bringing high-speed, premium overnight rail travel to the tracks. The train connects Howrah, near Kolkata, with Kamakhya Junction in Guwahati, significantly strengthening links between eastern and northeastern India. The historic service Read More…
Thrissur: With the Kerala School Kalolsavam entering its thrilling final stages, Kannur district has taken a narrow but decisive lead in the race for the coveted Golden Cup. Kannur surged ahead with 802 points, setting the pace in a tightly contested competition. Hot on Kannur’s heels are Thrissur, Kozhikode, and Palakkad, all locked together at Read More…
Malda, West Bengal: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on Tuesday inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for a series of major rail and road infrastructure projects worth over ₹3,250 crore in Malda, giving a significant boost to connectivity and development in the region. The projects are aimed at strengthening railway infrastructure, enhancing passenger amenities, and Read More…
Pathanamthitta: In a major setback for Rahul Mamkootathil , the Tiruvalla Judicial First Class Magistrate Court has rejected his bail plea in the third rape case registered against him, ordering that he remain in jail. The order was passed by Magistrate Arundhati Dileep after detailed arguments were heard in a closed courtroom on Tuesday. The Read More…
Kochi: Gold prices in Kerala continued their upward march on Wednesday, coming close to breaching the all-time record once again. The price of gold rose by ₹280 per sovereign, pushing the rate to ₹1,05,440, while the price per gram increased by ₹35 to reach ₹13,180. The precious metal saw sharp fluctuations a day earlier, with Read More…
New Delhi: In a major push to curb the growing menace of online gambling, the Central government has blocked 242 additional illegal betting and gambling websites operating in India. With this latest action, the total number of such platforms shut down across the country has now crossed 7,800, officials confirmed. The crackdown is part of Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Vizhinjam International Seaport is poised for a significant leap forward as the construction inauguration of its second phase of development will take place on January 24 at 4 pm. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan will inaugurate the works, while Ports Minister V. N. Vasavan will preside over the function. The event will also mark the Read More…