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Shah, Omar agree to disagree on restoration of normalcy in J&K

JAMMU and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday said normalcy has not been fully restored in J&K.

Bihar on boil as protests against paper leak hit road & rail traffic

PROTESTS intensified in Bihar's capital, Patna, on Friday, a day ahead of the Bihar Public Service Commission holding a re-test of the 70th Integrated Combined Competitive (Preliminary) Examination (CCE), 2024, for select candidates.

Immolation bids amid stir over waste disposal

Protests in Pithampur over Union Carbide, MP CM calls for caution

Maha tops in FDI, gets 31% of total investment

MAHARASHTRA has emerged as the top destination for foreign direct investment (FDI) in India during the first half of the 2024-25 fiscal year, attracting ₹1.13 lakh crore, according to data shared by chief minister Devendra Fadnavis.

Once fierce & held captive, now age catches up with Vikram, his release

IN a heart-rending development at the Corbett Tiger Reserve, the release of Vikram, a tiger imprisoned for five years following allegations of killing three beat watchers in the Dhikala zone, has been hindered by his age.

SC: CBI Doesn't Need State Consent to Register FIR Against Centre's Officials

The Supreme Court has said the CBI does not require the permission of state governments to register an FIR against Centre's officials posted in the different states' jurisdictions.

One Island, One Resort' policy to boost tourism

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Medical seats cannot remain vacant': SC directs govt to fix it

THE Supreme Court on Friday said that seats in medical courses cannot remain vacant and asked the Centre to hold a meeting with all the stakeholders, including the states, and consider the recommendations of a committee appointed over the issue.

Mobility of skilled professionals key to India, US ties

IN the wake of growing debate in the US over immigration centering around the special category visa, H-1B, for skilled workers, India stressed on the role these professionals play in fostering the economic and technological partnership between the two countries.

India, Maldives firm up trade on local currencies

INDIA and Maldives have finalised a framework to promote the use of local currencies for cross border trade as External Affairs minister S Jaishankar held discussions with his counterpart from the island nation Abdulla Khaleel to improve bilateral relationships.

Fate of Nimisha Priya hangs in balance

Uncertainty over Kerala nurse as efforts to contact family of Yemeni national to offer blood money yet to succeed

One Island, One Resort policy to boost tourism

One Island, One Resort

New NCC units raised in Kupwara and Kargil; 20 lakh cadet strength

FOUR new National Cadet Corps (NCC) units have been raised in Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, Lt Gen Gurbirpal Singh said on Friday.

Govt transparency move on production, import of GM crops triggers row

THE government has issued a draft notification to bring greater transparency to the decision-making process regarding production and import of genetically modified (GM) crops.

MANIPUR'S REDEMPTION SONG FOR 2025

A good way to begin reconciliation in the strife-torn state would be to let the displaced return home to reclaim their properties and bring up their children in peace

Gazans' Trauma Will Endure, But Violence Must Stop Now

HIS is no longer a conflict. For over 14 months, the people of Gaza have endured unimaginable suffering, ensnared in what can only be described as a death trap.

32L visitors in 41 days: Sabarimala temple's revenue soars to ₹297 cr

DURING the 41 days of Mandala Mahotsavam, the first phase of the annual pilgrimage season in Sabarimala, over 32 lakh devotees had darshan at the hill shrine in Pathanamthitta.

Dubai-bound Flight Makes Emergency Landing at Karipur

A Dubai-bound Air India Express flight (IX345) had to make an emergency landing at the Calicut airport (Karipur) shortly after takeoff on Friday due to a technical snag.

Chennithala treads cautiously as race for Cong leadership heats up

Having been sidelined from state politics, every political development has come as a blessing for him

Pinarayi calls Amit Shah out for his remarks against Ambedkar

CHIEF MINISTER Pinarayi Vijayan on Friday criticised Union Home Minister Amit Shah for allegedly making remarks against B R Ambedkar.

George Kumbanad, cartoonist and creator of 'Uppayi Mapla', dies at 94

RENOWNED cartoonist M V George, who was best known for his character 'Uppayi Mapla', passed away at a private hospital in Kumbanad. He was 94.

Sree Narayana Guru endorsed Sanatana Dharma, says Sreedharan Pillai

INDIRECTLY criticising the Vaikom Satyagraha centenary celebrations jointly organised by the Kerala and Tamil Nadu governments, Goa Governor P S Sreedharan Pillai on Friday said the contributions of Sree Narayana Guru were ignored while the organisers credited a leader from the neighbouring state for the fight against caste discrimination.

Not fully satisfied with verdict, say families of Kripesh, Sarath

PARENTS and close relatives of murdered Youth Congress workers Kripesh and Sarath Lal P K said the CBI court verdict was not fully satisfactory.

Independent Regulating Authority Needed for Alternative Medicine

BACK to Balance, an acupuncture centre based in Kalamassery, has disputed the Kerala State Medical Councils' authority to oversee acupuncture centres in Kerala.

Youngsters smoke sometimes: Min Saji defends MLA's son

A DAY after he triggered controversy by supporting the Kayamkulam MLA U Prathibha's son who was booked for allegedly using ganja, Fisheries Minister Saji Cherian said he did not send a wrong message.

Discrimination Alleged in Employee Absorption at Pariyaram Govt MCH

New order states only those who joined after March 2, 2019, will be part of the process

Haryana and Services become overall champions in nat'l fencing tourney

AS THE 35th National Senior Fencing Championship concluded at Mundayad indoor stadium in Kannur, Haryana emerged the overall champions in women's category with 35 points, while Services won the title in the men's category.

HC Proposes Tribunal to Address Allegations of Bias at Kalolsavams

HC Proposes Tribunal to Address Allegations of Bias at Kalolsavams

Tech to Assess Muscle Composition Wins Patent for Kerala Researchers

A unique process to assess muscle composition, that could help athletes choose the most appropriate sporting discipline, has won researchers of NSS Engineering College, Palakkad, a patent from the Government of India.

RISE IN PILGRIMS FLYING IN TO SABARIMALA

More Ayyappa devotees are opting to fly in this Sabarimala season, in a visible change in trend, with a good number of devotees travelling from Malaysia to Kochi.