On the occasion of Goa Liberation Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi honored the courage and determination of the men and women who fought to free Goa from colonial rule. In his message, the Prime Minister acknowledged the sacrifices and bravery of those actively involved in the movement, emphasizing the importance of their contributions to India’s Read More…
In a recent conversation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with His Majesty King Charles III of the United Kingdom, reaffirming their commitment to the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between India and the UK. The two leaders exchanged views on key topics, including the Commonwealth, climate action, and sustainability initiatives. During the discussion, both leaders also took Read More…
Kannur: Two individuals who recently returned from the UAE have been diagnosed with mpox in Kerala. Both patients are currently receiving treatment at the Kannur Government Medical College Hospital (MCH), and health officials report that their condition is stable. Health Minister Veena George has urged anyone who came in contact with these patients to immediately Read More…
The Kerala High Court has upheld the decision to hand over the body of veteran CPI(M) leader MM Lawrence for medical research, rejecting claims that the ruling was improper or perverse. Following his death in September, a dispute arose within his family regarding the final rites. While Lawrence’s daughters sought a Christian burial for their Read More…
The Kerala government has promoted Additional Director General of Police (ADGP) M R Ajith Kumar to the rank of Director General of Police (DGP), despite his involvement in ongoing investigations related to lapses in security arrangements during the Thrissur Pooram festival. Ajith Kumar, a senior IPS officer, has been facing scrutiny over alleged failures in Read More…
In a significant development, six employees from Kerala’s Soil Survey and Conservation department have been suspended in connection with a social security pension fraud. The employees were found to have illegally drawn welfare pensions to which they were not entitled. The fraud was uncovered following an investigation by the state’s finance department, which revealed that Read More…
On December 18, 2024, a tragic boat accident occurred off the coast of Mumbai when the passenger ferry ‘Neel Kamal’ collided with an Indian Navy speedboat during engine trials. According to police reports, the ferry, which was en route to the Elephanta Caves, was found to be overloaded, with more passengers than its capacity. The Read More…
In a significant decision, the Supreme Court of India directed the organizers of the iconic Thrissur Pooram festival to comply with the Captive Elephants Rules. The apex court also stayed the Kerala High Court’s recent orders mandating a strict three-metre distance between elephants paraded during the festival. The Thiruvambady and Paramekkavu Devaswoms — the primary Read More…
A tragic maritime accident unfolded off the Mumbai coast when an Indian Navy speedboat, undergoing engine trials, collided with a passenger ferry named Neelkamal, bound for the historic Elephanta Caves. The collision caused the ferry to capsize, resulting in the tragic loss of at least 13 lives, including three Navy personnel. Despite the calamity, 114 Read More…
Fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya has stirred fresh controversy by claiming that Indian banks have recovered ₹14,131.6 crore from him — more than double his adjudicated debt of ₹6,203 crore, including interest, as ruled by the Debt Recovery Tribunal (DRT). This statement came after Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman revealed in Parliament that the Enforcement Directorate (ED) Read More…