Thiruvananthapuram: The Kerala government has given in-principle approval for infrastructure projects worth ₹1,441.24 crore under Tranche 31 of the NABARD Rural Infrastructure Development Fund (RIDF). The decision was taken by the High-Powered Committee, chaired by Chief Secretary A. Jayathilak, after reviewing project proposals submitted under the state’s normative allocation of ₹550 crore. The approved projects Read More…
New Delhi: The Winter Session of Parliament will be held from December 1 to December 19, the government announced on Friday. The 19-day session is expected to witness crucial discussions on key legislative matters, economic issues, and policy developments ahead of the Union Budget 2026. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi confirmed the dates, stating that Read More…
New Delhi: Flight operations at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport have returned to normal after a major technical glitch in the Air Traffic Control (ATC) system caused hours of disruption on Friday. The airport authority confirmed that the issue has been fully resolved and normal flight movement has resumed. According to officials, the glitch Read More…
Varanasi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today virtually flagged off four new Vande Bharat Express trains from his parliamentary constituency, Varanasi, further boosting India’s network of semi-high-speed rail services. The new trains will enhance connectivity and reduce travel time across major regions of the country. The newly launched routes are: Speaking on the occasion, PM Modi Read More…
New Delhi: The Supreme Court of India has observed that no one should blame the chief pilot of the Air India Dreamliner that crashed in Ahmedabad on June 12, killing 260 people. The court said the incident was an unfortunate accident and emphasized that the 91-year-old father of the deceased pilot should not be subjected Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: The alignment for the first phase of the Thiruvananthapuram Metro project has been approved. The first phase will cover a distance of 31 kilometers, stretching from Pappanamcode to Vizhinjam, with 27 stations along the route. According to initial reports, the project will be implemented by Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL). The proposed stations include Read More…
Kochi: The much-awaited Ernakulam–Bengaluru Vande Bharat Express takes to the tracks today, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually flagging off the service from Varanasi. The premium high-speed train will connect two major South Indian cities, offering a swift and comfortable travel experience. The inaugural run begins from Ernakulam South Railway Station, following a successful trial Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: In a bold step to combat the alarming rise of Amoebic Meningoencephalitis (AME) — a rare but deadly “brain-eating” infection — Kerala is turning to artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced testing technologies to strengthen early detection and prevention measures. Health experts and researchers have urged the state government to develop AI-powered diagnostic tools and Read More…
The Kerala State Electricity Regulatory Commission (KSERC) has rolled out new guidelines for net metering and energy banking, aiming to promote rooftop solar installations while ensuring grid stability. The new regulations, part of the Renewable Energy and Related Matters Regulations, 2025, will remain in force until March 31, 2030. Under the revised rules, residential solar Read More…
New Delhi/Varanasi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to launch four new Vande Bharat Express trains on Friday, November 8, marking another milestone in India’s rail modernization drive. With the new additions, the total number of Vande Bharat services across the country will rise to 164, reinforcing the government’s vision of a faster, more connected Read More…