Thiruvananthapuram: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off three Amrit Bharat Express trains and a new passenger service for Kerala today, during his visit to the state capital, raising expectations of major infrastructure announcements — including a possible high-speed rail corridor. The Prime Minister will inaugurate the Thiruvananthapuram Central–Tambaram, Nagercoil Junction–Mangaluru Junction, and Thiruvananthapuram–Hyderabad Amrit Read More…
New Delhi: In a major move to tighten traffic law enforcement, the Centre has revised the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, introducing strict timelines for issuing challans and paying fines for traffic violations. Under the new provisions, challans for traffic offences must be delivered to vehicle owners within three days on their registered mobile number. If Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Ahead of the Prime Minister’s visit, elaborate security and traffic arrangements have been put in place across Thiruvananthapuram city. Shankhumukham, the Airport area, Putharikandam and East Fort (Kizhakke Kotta) have been declared temporary red zones for today and tomorrow. As part of heightened security, the use of drone cameras has been completely banned within Read More…
New Delhi: The Indian Navy’s tableau at the Republic Day 2026 parade on Kartavya Path drew widespread attention as it showcased India’s rich maritime heritage, the might of indigenous naval power through INS Vikrant, and the growing role of women in the armed forces under the theme of ‘Nari Shakti’. The tableau prominently featured a Read More…
New Delhi: BJP president Nitin Nabin has been provided Z-category security cover by the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) following instructions from the Union Home Ministry, officials said on Tuesday. According to officials, the decision was taken a few weeks ago after Nitin Nabin was announced as the new party president. In view of his Read More…
Celebrated Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Williams, whose achievements have left an indelible mark on the history of space exploration, has officially retired from NASA, bringing the curtain down on an extraordinary 27-year career. Over nearly three decades, Williams emerged as one of the most accomplished astronauts of her generation, setting multiple records and serving in key Read More…
Political tempers flared in the legislative assemblies of Kerala and Tamil Nadu as sharp confrontations erupted between Governors and elected state governments over the customary policy addresses, triggering intense debate on constitutional propriety and federal principles. In Kerala, controversy unfolded during the opening of the Budget Session when Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar delivered the policy Read More…
Aadhaar has become an essential document in everyday life, required for everything from opening bank accounts and buying SIM cards to accessing government services and welfare schemes. Until now, downloading an Aadhaar card involved visiting the UIDAI website or using the DigiLocker app—a process many users found time-consuming and inconvenient. Making the process simpler, the Read More…
The Bharatiya Janata Party on Tuesday formally appointed Nitin Nabin as its new national president at a ceremonial event held at the party headquarters in the capital, marking a significant generational shift in the party’s leadership. Senior BJP leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, former party president J.P. Nadda, and Union Ministers Rajnath Singh, Amit Read More…
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan arrived in India on a short but high-profile visit on Monday, underscoring the deep and evolving partnership between New Delhi and Abu Dhabi. Prime Minister Narendra Modi personally received the UAE leader at the Palam Air Base, a gesture that reflected the warmth and closeness of ties Read More…