Kochi: The Kerala High Court has upheld the authority of railway officials to take action against people found in an intoxicated condition on railway premises or aboard trains. Justice Bechu Kurian Thomas dismissed a petition challenging Section 145(a) of the Railways Act, 1989, ruling that the provision is not unconstitutional. The section empowers railway authorities Read More…
New Delhi: Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Tuesday reviewed the progress of the Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PM-DDKY), with a focus on improving implementation across 100 identified districts and ensuring measurable benefits for farmers. The scheme aims to boost agricultural productivity, promote crop diversification, improve irrigation and storage facilities, expand access to Read More…
New Delhi: Chief Election Commissioner and Chairman of the Council of Member States of International IDEA, Gyanesh Kumar, on Tuesday met Netherlands Ambassador to India Marisa Gerards in New Delhi to discuss ways to strengthen democratic and electoral cooperation. During the meeting, both sides reaffirmed their commitment to deepening collaboration in line with the vision Read More…
Commercial LPG cylinder prices have been increased across major cities after witnessing a decline for two consecutive months. The price of a 19-kg commercial cylinder has gone up by Rs 9.50 to Rs 11.50, depending on the city. In Delhi, the price has increased by Rs 9.50, taking the cost of a 19-kg cylinder to Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday congratulated the nation after India recorded a 7.8 per cent GDP growth in the first quarter of the financial year, describing the latest economic figures as a sign of rising confidence in the country’s growth prospects. In a video message shared with the public, Modi highlighted the strong performance Read More…
The Jaipur Literature Festival (JLF) is set to mark its 20th edition from January 14 to 18, 2027, celebrating two decades of literary conversations, cultural exchange and multilingual storytelling, organisers announced on Tuesday. Supported by the Rajasthan government, the landmark edition will be hosted at Hotel Clarks Amer in Jaipur under the theme “20 Years Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala has recorded a 21 per cent deficit in rainfall during the three-month period from June to August this year, according to weather reports. The state normally receives around 1,735.2 mm of rainfall during this period. However, Kerala has received only 1,365.4 mm so far this year.Weather experts have attributed the lower rainfall to Read More…
Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy paid tribute to Argentine football great Lionel Messi following his decision to retire from international football. Reacting to Messi’s retirement announcement, Reddy said the sport would not be the same without the legendary player, widely regarded as the “GOAT” (Greatest of All Time). “Football won’t be the same again, Read More…
The Indian Navy on Monday commissioned INS Nipun, a specialised deep-sea diving vessel equipped to support rapid submarine rescue operations. The vessel was formally inducted into naval service at a ceremony in Mumbai, marking another step towards strengthening the Navy’s underwater rescue and deep-sea operational capabilities. INS Nipun is designed to undertake specialised diving missions Read More…
The sanitation and waste management measures implemented during this year’s Amarnath Yatra have received national recognition, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighting the arrangements in his latest Mann Ki Baat address. Modi praised the comprehensive sanitation system and the scientific approach adopted for waste management during the annual pilgrimage, which concluded on August 28. An Read More…