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Dileep Acquitted After Eight-Year Trial; Six Convicted in Kerala Actress Assault Case

In a dramatic turning point in one of Kerala’s most closely watched criminal trials, actor Dileep was acquitted on Monday in the 2017 actress abduction and assault case. The Ernakulam Principal Sessions Court ruled that the prosecution failed to prove the charges against him beyond reasonable doubt, bringing an end to an eight-year legal battle Read More…

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IndiGo Issues ₹610 Crore in Refunds as Flight Operations Stabilize; Centre Confirms Rapid Recovery in Aviation Network

IndiGo has refunded an impressive ₹610 crore to passengers affected by the recent flight disruptions. The airline has also reunited nearly 3,000 pieces of stranded baggage with their owners across airports, following strong directives from the central government. Authorities had instructed IndiGo to complete all fare refunds by Sunday evening and ensure that misplaced baggage Read More…

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Kerala Enters Silent Campaign Mode as Seven Districts Gear Up for Crucial Local Body Polls Tomorrow

Kochi: Kerala is set for the first phase of its high-stakes local body elections tomorrow, with seven major districts — Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Idukki, and Ernakulam — heading to the polling booths. After days of intense campaigning across South and Central Kerala, the political fervor came to a close on Sunday, marking today Read More…

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Khushbu Sundar’s Dynamic Women’s Roadshow Sets Thrissur Ablaze with Energy

Thrissur city witnessed a vibrant political spectacle as BJP leader Khushbu Sundar led a highly charged women’s roadshow that drew massive participation and electrified the streets. The event began at the Amar Jawan memorial in Ayyanthole, where Khushbu offered floral tributes before stepping into the spirited procession. With traditional percussion bands setting the rhythm and Read More…

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‘Nation First, Not Crisis-Driven’: PM Modi Defends Bold Tax and GST Reforms

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday declared that India’s major economic reforms — including sweeping GST changes and substantial income-tax cuts — are no longer triggered by crises or external pressure, but guided by a clear and confident “Nation First” vision. Speaking at the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit 2025, the Prime Minister said Read More…

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Kerala Sessions Court Denies Arrest Protection to Rahul Mamkootathil in Second Assault Case

Thiruvananthapuram: In a significant setback for expelled Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil, the Thiruvananthapuram Sessions Court on Saturday refused to grant him protection from arrest in the second sexual-assault case registered against him. The ruling came just hours after the Kerala High Court granted him protection from arrest in the first case, involving allegations of rape Read More…

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Modi Sends Clear Message to Washington: India–Russia Partnership ‘Unshakeable’

In a powerful diplomatic signal to the West, Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared that India’s relationship with Russia remains “steady like a pole star,” reaffirming New Delhi’s long-standing commitment to its strategic partnership with Moscow. During his high-profile summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin, Modi praised Putin for “constantly nurturing” the bilateral relationship, emphasising that Read More…

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“Wrong Message to Society”: Court Denies Bail to Rahul Easwar Again

Thiruvananthapuram: Activist Rahul Easwar has been denied bail yet again, with the Thiruvananthapuram First Class Magistrate Court ruling that granting him relief at this stage would “send the wrong message to society.” Easwar was arrested for allegedly mocking and insulting the woman who filed a rape complaint against MLA Rahul Mankootathil. Rejecting his anticipatory bail Read More…

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Centre Caps Airfare Prices: Maximum ₹7,500 for 500 km, ₹18,000 for Long-Distance Routes

New Delhi: In response to a sharp surge in domestic airfares following IndiGo’s operational crisis, the Union Government has stepped in to regulate ticket prices across all airlines. The move comes after several carriers allegedly hiked fares steeply, taking advantage of the disruption caused by a shortage of pilots and crew under the new Flight Read More…

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Centre Gets Tough on IndiGo: Complete All Refunds by Sunday 8 PM or Face Action

New Delhi: In a strong directive to IndiGo Airlines, the Union Government has ordered that all refunds for cancelled flights must be completed by Sunday night, 8 PM. The warning comes after days of massive disruption in IndiGo’s flight operations, which left thousands of passengers stranded across the country. The Ministry of Civil Aviation has Read More…