Kerala’s Industries Minister, P. Rajeeve, has reaffirmed the state’s dedication to signing realistic Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with investors, focusing on feasible proposals aligned with the state’s new industrial policy. Speaking ahead of the Invest Kerala Global Summit, set to take place on February 21-22, 2025, in Kochi, Rajeeve emphasized the summit’s focus on sustainable Read More…
The Supreme Court of India has recently addressed the growing concerns about the safety of the Mullaperiyar Dam, located on the Periyar River in Kerala. The Court, after reviewing the situation, emphasized the dam’s exceptional longevity, noting that it has successfully endured 2.5 times its original intended lifespan of 50 years. The 130-year-old dam, initially Read More…
In a heartbreaking incident at the Kumbh Mela festival in Prayagraj, India, a devastating crowd crush on January 29, 2025, has claimed at least 38 lives, with concerns that the death toll could rise. The tragedy unfolded early in the morning as millions of Hindu devotees surged toward the sacred confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, Read More…
In a significant legal setback for Netflix, the Madras High Court has dismissed an application filed by the streaming giant, legally known as Los Gatos, in an ongoing copyright dispute with Dhanush’s production house, Wunderbar Films. The case revolves around allegations that Netflix’s documentary, “Nayanthara: Beyond the Fairytale,” used unauthorized footage from the 2015 film Read More…
In a landmark achievement, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched its 100th rocket from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota. The Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV-F15), soaring 50.9 meters tall, lifted off at 6:23 AM IST, deploying the NVS-02 navigation satellite into a geosynchronous transfer orbit just 19 minutes post-launch. Marking ISRO’s first Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 38th National Games in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, on January 28, 2025, at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium. This marks a historic moment as Uttarakhand hosts the National Games for the first time. In his address, PM Modi underscored the vital role of sports in national development and praised initiatives Read More…
Air India is set to revolutionize its international flight network starting March 2025, with a series of exciting upgrades aimed at enhancing passenger experience and global connectivity. The airline will introduce advanced aircraft on key routes, improve flight schedules, and strengthen links between major international hubs. As part of the fleet upgrades, Air India will Read More…
Wayanad MP and Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra visited the grieving family of Radha, a 45-year-old tribal woman who tragically lost her life in a tiger attack in Pancharakolly, Mananthavady, Kerala. Radha was attacked on January 24 while walking through a forest path to her workplace. During her visit, Priyanka spent time consoling Radha’s Read More…
NITI Aayog’s latest Fiscal Health Index (FHI) has flagged Kerala as one of the most fiscally strained states in India. The index, which evaluates the financial performance of 18 major states across five parameters—Quality of Expenditure, Revenue Mobilization, Fiscal Prudence, Debt Index, and Debt Sustainability—ranked Kerala poorly due to concerns over debt sustainability and inefficient Read More…
As the Union Budget 2025-26 draws near, excitement is building over the possibility of significant income tax reductions. The government is reportedly considering tax cuts for individuals earning up to ₹15 lakh annually, with final announcements set for February 1. These measures aim to provide relief to the middle class and spur economic growth. A Read More…