Indian delegation sent by Hon PM Narendra Modi and led by George Kurian, Hon Minister of State for Minority Affairs and Fisheries & AHD called on Pope Francis at Vatican ahead of consecration of Cardinal Mar George Jacob Koovakad at St Peter’s Basilica. The delegation included Kodikunnil Suresh, Hon. MP, Satnam Singh Sandhu, Hon MP, Read More…
The Indian government has called on Meta, the parent company of WhatsApp, to take stronger measures against the increasing number of cyber frauds linked to the platform. This follows an appeal from the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), which raised concerns about the use of WhatsApp for scams involving fake job offers, lottery schemes, Read More…
Starting December 2024, Kerala has increased electricity rates by 16 paise per unit due to a decline in domestic power production, forcing the state to rely more on external sources. While the government assures the hike will not impose a significant burden on consumers, discussions for a special summer tariff are ongoing. A report from Read More…
The Kerala High Court has directed the Travancore Devaswom Board to prevent VIP darshan from obstructing regular pilgrims at Sabarimala during the Mandala-Makaravilakku festival. This follows reports that actor Dileep’s visit on December 5 caused crowding and blocked access to the temple. The court warned of contempt proceedings against officials who grant VIP privileges that Read More…
TikTok’s CEO, Shou Zi Chew, has announced plans to appeal a U.S. federal appeals court ruling that upheld a law requiring its parent company, ByteDance, to sell the popular video app in the U.S. by January 19, 2025. The ruling, which is part of a broader effort to address national security concerns, threatens to ban Read More…
Jupiter is set to shine brilliantly tonight as it makes its closest approach to Earth. This celestial event happens every 13 months, making the gas giant appear brighter and larger than usual. The phenomenon coincides with Jupiter’s opposition, when Earth is directly between Jupiter and the Sun, offering optimal visibility. The planet will rise in Read More…
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) marked another milestone by successfully launching the PSLV-C59 rocket carrying the European Space Agency’s (ESA) Proba-3 satellites. The launch took place from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. These satellites, launched in a stacked configuration, were placed into a highly elliptical orbit with remarkable precision, underscoring Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi applauded India’s significant strides in eradicating tuberculosis, highlighting innovative programs and effective treatments that have led to a 17.7% decline in TB cases between 2015 and 2023—a rate surpassing the global average of 8.3%. Key initiatives such as the Nikshay Poshan Yojana, which provides nutritional support to TB patients, and the Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid heartfelt homage to Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji on his Shaheedi Diwas (martyrdom day), honoring the Sikh Guru’s unparalleled courage and dedication to justice. In a message shared on X (formerly Twitter), PM Modi praised Guru Tegh Bahadur’s sacrifice as a timeless act of defending religious freedom and humanity. He Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep sorrow over the tragic bus accident in Kannauj, Uttar Pradesh, which resulted in multiple casualties. The accident involved a double-decker bus colliding with a water tanker, leaving at least eight people dead and 19 others injured. PM Modi announced an ex-gratia of ₹2 lakh each for the families of Read More…