Prayagraj: A fire broke out at the Mahakumbh congregation, marking the second such incident since the religious gathering began. According to fire officials, no casualties have been reported so far, news agency PTI stated. Authorities rushed to the scene to control the blaze and prevent further damage. While the exact cause of the fire remains Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: In a significant legal development, the Kerala High Court has admitted the appeal of Greeshma, who was sentenced to death for the murder of her boyfriend, Sharon Raj. The court has also suspended the three-year prison sentence of her maternal uncle, Nirmalakumaran Nair, convicted for destroying evidence in the case. Greeshma’s appeal challenges the Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: A government survey has raised serious concerns, revealing that nearly half of Kerala’s population (45%) is at risk of lifestyle diseases, signaling a growing public health crisis. The survey, conducted as part of the ‘Aardram’ health mission, was carried out in two phases by the state health department. The screening programme focused on detecting Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala has successfully overcome its financial crisis without compromising on welfare schemes or development projects, Finance Minister K. N. Balagopal declared while presenting the fifth budget of the Pinarayi Vijayan-led government. One of the budget’s key highlights was a ₹750 crore rehabilitation project for the victims of the Wayanad landslides that struck on July Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a powerful reply to the Motion of Thanks on the President’s Address in the Rajya Sabha, emphasizing India’s democratic strength and economic progress. PM Modi highlighted that, for the first time in 60 years, a government has been elected for a third consecutive term, calling it a historic moment in Read More…
The Union Cabinet is expected to approve the much-anticipated Income Tax Bill tomorrow, setting the stage for its introduction in Parliament next week. Announced by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman during the Union Budget 2025-26, the bill aims to modernize and simplify India’s direct tax system. Often referred to as the Direct Tax Code, the proposed Read More…
The Indian rupee plunged to a record low, closing at 87.4650 against the US dollar on Wednesday, marking a 0.4% decline in a single day. The sharp depreciation is driven by growing expectations of an imminent interest rate cut by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the triggering of stop-loss orders in the forex Read More…
Bengaluru is all set to host the 15th edition of Aero India, Asia’s premier aerospace and defense exhibition, from February 10 to 14, 2025, at the Air Force Station in Yelahanka. Themed “The Runway to a Billion Opportunities,” the event will showcase the latest advancements in aviation, defense, and space technologies. Visitors can witness spectacular Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala is set to experience a surge in temperatures as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heatwave warning for Thursday and Friday. Isolated areas across the state could witness temperatures rising by 2 to 3 degrees Celsius above normal levels. With soaring temperatures and increased humidity, the weather is expected to be Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced the return of ‘Pariksha Pe Charcha’ (PPC) for 2025, introducing an exciting new format that promises to be more interactive and engaging than ever before. This year, the program will feature eight dynamic episodes, each focusing on different aspects of stress-free exams. PM Modi invites all #ExamWarriors, along with Read More…