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MI Cape Town gain after rain

MI Cape Town took another step towards securing their first-ever SA20 playoffs spot after their match against Durban's Super Giants at Kingsmead was washed out here.

Kala Raju gives statement before the magistrate

Koothattukulam police slapped non-bailable charges against the Congress leaders for allegedly assaulting police officers

Clinical Sinner Crushes De Minaur To Advance

DEFENDING champion Jannik Sinner raced into the Australian Open semifinals on Wednesday in imperious fashion after Iga Swiatek was equally ruthless to close on a first Melbourne crown.

Minister seeks report on student's threat to teacher

GENERAL Education Minister V Sivankutty and Shajitha S, academic joint director (higher secondary), have sought a report on an incident in which a plus-two student of Anakkara Government HSS, in Palakkad, threatened to kill a teacher for confiscating the student's mobile phone for using it during class time.

Forest staff want MLAs to support bill

WHILE the government has decided to withdraw the Forest Amendment Bill considering opposition from farmers and community organisations, the Kerala Forest Protective Staff Association has approached the 140 MLAs in the state urging them to support the legislation to ensure protection to the forest staff who risk their lives to save the environment for future generations.

Trump Takes Middle Ground on H-1B, Wants Bright Workers

DONALD Trump said he likes both sides of the argument on the H-1B foreign guest workers' visa, noting that the country needs \"very competent\" and \"great\" people which is possible through this visa programme.

State Delegation Seeks Global Partnerships at Davos WEF

THE KERALA delegation, led by Industries Minister P Rajeeve, attending the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, on Wednesday held discussions with the Royal Commission for Jubail and Yanbu, under the Saudi Arabian government, air-conditioner maker Hitachi India, and other officials for possible collaborations.

England crumble to spinners... once again

ENGLAND have not had a good time in white-ball cricket in India in recent times. At the 50-over World Cup in 2023, the champion's defence went up in flames multiple times as both their batters and bowlers faltered.

Liverpool Seal Last-16 Berth, Barca Post Epic Win

LIVERPOOL beat Lille 2-1 on Tuesday to maintain their perfect record in this season's Champions League and clinch qualification for the last 16, while Barcelona produced a stunning comeback to beat Benfica 5-4 in a classic to secure their own place.

BSNL user base erodes by 3.4 lakh in Nov as customer migration slows down

AFTER gaining customer base for four consecutive months, the State-owned Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) lost 3.4 lakh subscribers in November 2024, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) said.

SAT Hosp now beacon of hope for those yearning for parenthood

FOR Vivek and Sharanya (names changed), a couple in their thirties, the decision to visit Sree Avittom Thirunal (SAT) Hospital was nothing short of life changing.

Ranji This Round: All Star Game

Eye on penultimate round as big names return to domestic cricket amidst new guidelines

Opening 100 Sainik Schools key step to improve edu quality: Min

DEFENCE Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday termed the announcement of 100 new Sainik Schools as an important step by the Union government to improve the quality of basic education for the overall development of the country.

BPCL's Q3 profit up 20% on healthy sales growth

BHARAT Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) reported a 20% rise in consolidated net profit to ₹3,806 crore for the quarter ending December 31, 2024.

Presumptive tax benefit extended to non-resident cruise ship owners

THE government has notified presumptive tax for non-residents engaged in the business of operation of cruise ships.

China's navy commissions new-gen frigate

CHINA's navy commissioned a new-generation frigate as competition rises with the US and other regional powers, saying the ship will \"play a vital role in enhancing the overall combat effectiveness\" of its forces.

Police seize banned tobacco products worth ₹3 cr; 1 held

IN a major operation to disrupt the distribution of narcotic substances, over 500 sacks of banned tobacco products, including foreign cigarettes and those restricted to sale in Kashmir and Union Territories, were seized in Perumbavoor on Wednesday.

At 200 complaints per day, MVD's Citizen Sentinel initiative turns a hit

THE Citizen Sentinel feature in the NextGen mParivahan app launched by the motor vehicle department (MVD) is gaining popularity in the state.

Tovino's first looks from L2: Empuraan and Narivetta unveiled

ON TUESDAY, as Tovino Thomas celebrated his birthday, the makers of L2: Empuraan and Narivetta unveiled the first looks of the actor from these films.

THE STRUGGLES, GRIT & RIDE OF A PARALYMPIAN

In her autobiography Bring It On, Deepa Malik, the first Indian woman paralympian to win a medal, takes readers through the journey she has had since childhood—the struggles and their overcoming

Neeraj, Nadeem in Indo-Pak peace calendar

THE 13th Indo-Pak Peace Calendar, launched by Aaghaz-e-Dosti this year, features a poignant painting of Neeraj Chopra's mother embracing her son, alongside Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem.

China says ready to work with India on border ties

Both nations working to normalise their relationship after standoffs

Ageless Djokovic Tames Alcaraz To Enter Semis

NOVAK Djokovic on Tuesday won a generational clash against Carlos Alcaraz at the Australian Open that he said was worthy of the final to close in on a record 25th Grand Slam title with Alexander Zverev next up in the last four.

Maruti Suzuki to have complete EV ecosystem ready before new launch

THE country's largest carmaker Maruti Suzuki India Ltd (MSIL) on Tuesday said it is committed to addressing key challenges associated with the Electric Vehicle (EV) ownership ahead of the launch of its first EV, the e Vitara, later this year.

Farmers Reap Riches as Strawberry Farming Thrives With Farm Tourism

WITH the demand for local fruits rising during the winter tourist season, farmers in Vattavada are growing strawberries extensively on their farmlands and earning good money by reaching out to customers directly through farm tourism.

Bring only financially viable firms to market: SEBI chief

SECURITIES and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch on Tuesday asked merchant bankers to bring only financially viable companies to the market, flagging multiple instances of \"pump and dump\" in the market in recent months.

City to Host Cat Show

FOR those who adore cats and can't resist a playful meow, the Feline Club of India (FCI) is hosting a cat show on February 2 at DD Retreat, Kathrikadavu.

ISL: Chennaiyin hold Bagan

CHENNAIYIN FC held Mohun Bagan Super Giant to a 0-0 draw at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai in the Indian Super League on Tuesday.

A nostalgia-filled UP school reunion after five decades

While rummaging through a vintage trunk with posters, notices, and newspapers, an old photograph with frayed edges and mold patches caught the attention of 64-year-old Sajeev Kumar K G, a retired audit officer. It transported him to a sepia-tinted era.

15 Conrad legislators come on board, Cong gains ground in Nagaland

A moribund Congress that rose like a phoenix in last year's Lok Sabha elections in Nagaland is steadily gaining popularity in the state.