New Delhi: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Thursday intensified his criticism of the Election Commission amid the ongoing controversy over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. Gandhi claimed that those working against the Constitution had been exposed and said that justice would be delivered. He also announced that he would address a press Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Renowned Malayalam theatre personality, writer and director Surya Krishnamoorthy passed away while undergoing treatment in Thiruvananthapuram. He was the founder of the Surya Stage and Film Society and was widely recognised for his contributions to theatre and light-and-sound productions. Born Nataraja Krishnamoorthy, he became a prominent figure in Kerala’s cultural landscape through his association Read More…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended his greetings to citizens on the occasion of Ayurveda Day, highlighting the enduring relevance of the traditional Indian system of medicine. In his message, the Prime Minister described Ayurveda as more than a method of treating illnesses, emphasising its role in promoting a healthy and balanced Read More…
New Delhi: The Vice President of India occupies the country’s second-highest constitutional office and plays an important role in the functioning of Parliament and the Union executive. The office of the Vice President is established under Article 63 of the Constitution. The Vice President also serves as the ex officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, Read More…
New Delhi: The Ministry of Textiles has launched the Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 campaign to promote cleanliness, hygiene and public participation across its organisations. The campaign is being observed from September 17 to October 2 under the theme “Swachhata Mein Sahbhag, Swachh Bharat Viksit Bharat”, highlighting community participation in maintaining clean and healthy surroundings. As Read More…
New Delhi: More than 89 lakh citizens have pledged their support for Ayurveda as the country gears up to observe the 11th Ayurveda Day on Wednesday, the Ministry of Ayush said. Under this year’s theme, “Ayurveda for a Healthier Tomorrow,” more than 9,700 activities have been reported across 30 states and Union Territories, attracting over Read More…
New Delhi: The Centre on Monday called on states and Union Territories to speed up skill development programmes under Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0 to build a trained and locally available workforce for maintaining rural drinking water systems. The Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation (DDWS) held its first national virtual conference with states and UTs Read More…
Coonor: Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan on Monday called for greater research, modernisation, branding and value addition to make Indian tea more competitive in global markets. Inaugurating the centenary conference of the UPASI Tea Research Foundation in Coonoor, he congratulated the organisation on completing 100 years of contribution to tea research and the plantation sector. Radhakrishnan Read More…
New Delhi: Union Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has ordered the immediate suspension of Anurag, a Marketing Officer in the Agriculture Ministry, following allegations that he sought bribes from two warehouses in Madhya Pradesh’s Sehore district. The action followed a complaint alleging that the officer demanded money during an inspection in return Read More…
Idukki: Kerala Civil Supplies Minister Anoop Jacob on Monday said authorities would examine whether soil excavation carried out as part of National Highway development works contributed to landslides along the road to Munnar and other parts of Idukki district. The minister made the statement while speaking to reporters after visiting a hospital where a woman Read More…