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Mahakumbh a spectacle of unity

PM launches projects worth 5.5K cr during his Prayagraj visit ahead of religious congregation

House adjourned twice during Constitution debate

THE proceedings of the Lok Sabha were adjourned twice after a row over Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra's reference to the death of judge BH Loya \"long before his time\".

Chirag says will focus more on Bihar, contest assembly polls in 2030

UNION minister and LJP (Ram Vilas) chief Chirag Paswan on Friday said he will focus more on Bihar in the days to come and also contest assembly elections in 2030 to be elected as a member of the House.

Oppn MPs submit notice to impeach Allahabad judge

AS many as 55 Opposition MPs on Friday moved a notice in the Rajya Sabha calling for the impeachment of Allahabad High Court Judge Shekhar Kumar Yadav over his alleged remarks at an event organised by the Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP).

Shortage of IAS, IPS officers slows decision-making process

THE country's administrative and police services have been gripped by a significant shortage of civil servants, official data showed.

91 dists face high drought risks, 51 flood: Report

INDIA'S 91 districts face high risks of drought, 51 districts are at high flood risks and 11 face \"very high\" risks of both, a new report released by the department of science and technology says, emphasizing the need for immediate interventions to address challenges posed by climate change.

Of 9.5L CAPF personnel, only 42K availed 100-day leave in 4 yrs, House told

NEARLY 42,000 Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and Assam Rifles personnel have availed of 100-day leaves between 2020 and October 2024, data compiled by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has revealed.

LET'S STOP SPEAKING IN TONGUES ABOUT ENGLISH

HERE is a funny line in the BBC comedy series, To the Manor Born, when a feudal aristocrat fallen on difficult days sells her country mansion to a Czech-born tycoon.

PM to chair national conference of chief secretaries on Dec 14 and 15

THE fourth three-day National Conference of Chief Secretaries (NCCS) commenced on December 13 in the national capital, focusing on establishing a unified development agenda and a blueprint for cohesive action in collaboration with the states.

READ THE DANGER SIGNALS BLINKING ON ECONOMIC HORIZON

We must realise corporate tax cuts don't create jobs to the extent hoped for. With the supply side failing to spur growth, we need to stimulate demand

AUDIENCE APPRECIATION SETS IFFK APART, SAYS SHABANA AZMI

A note of appreciation to the impeccable taste of the Kerala audience, award-winning actress Shabana Azmi said the International Film Festival of Kerala remains one of the most important film festivals in the country because of the tradition of appreciating art in the state.

To feature 67 films today

THE state capital on Friday woke up to the 29th edition of the eight-day-long International Film Festival of Kerala.

To feature 67 films today

Award-winning actress Shabana Azmi said the International Film Festival of Kerala remains one of the most important film festivals in the country because of the tradition of appreciating art in the state.

Director Balachandra Kumar passes away

FILM director P Balachandra Kumar, whose revelations against actor Dileep led the police to conduct further probe into the 2017 actor abduction and assault case, passed away due to renal ailments at a private hospital in Chengannur on Friday.

Anand Mahindra lavishes praise on Water Metro

BUSINESS tycoon Anand Mahindra has taken to social media platform 'X' to extol Kochi, especially its Water Metro system.

Action plan to be formed to address rising accident cases

IN the wake of the accident in Panayampadam, which claimed the lives of four students, an emergency meeting chaired by Minister K Krishnankutty decided to conduct an inspection on December 14.

IAF bills Kerala for airlifting during Wayanad landslide

EVEN as the state has been demanding the Centre to provide financial assistance over the Wayanad landslide, the Air Force has asked the state government to pay the bill for rescue operations during the landslide.

HC: Ban 'politricks', not student politics in colleges

Says police don't need principal's nod to intervene during law & order situation in colleges; will not tolerate issues disrupting academics

Failure to provide proper rehab: UDF to shed soft stance towards state govt

THE Opposition UDF plans to reconsider the unconditional support extended to the LDF government in its effort to rebuild Wayanad and rehabilitate survivors.

Malappuram to strictly enforce ban on plastics

The district administration has decided to strictly enforce the restriction on banned plastics and take strong action against those who dump waste in public spaces.

FAITH IN HOME BIRTH BACKFIRES AS MIGRANT COUPLE LOSES FIRST-BORN

IN the wake of the death of a migrant couple's newborn at Melur, in Chalakudy, a social activist has sought action against the parents for choosing home birth and rejecting medical assistance throughout the pregnancy.

Tiger spotted at Thamarassery Ghat Road

In wake of a tiger being spotted on the Thamarassery Ghat Road, the Karshaka Congress has demanded that a cage be set up in the area to address the concerns of the people.

Cyber police nab mastermind from Mumbai

He hacked a med institution's website, made fake certificates to swindle lakhs of money

Chennithala alleges graft in Maniyar power project contract extension move

SENIOR Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala has strongly opposed the state government's move to extend the 30-year Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) contract for the Maniyar Hydro Power Project to Carborundum, a private company.

'Varnakoodaram' transforms learning experience of tiny tots in pre-schools

FOR CHILDREN in the pre-primary section of Government LPS, Thycaud here, learning has become a fun-filled activity altogether.

Five tourist destinations in state set to get women-friendly tag

Kerala Responsible Tourism Mission Society completes a first-of-its-kind gender auditing at Kanthalloor, Kumarakom, Perumpalam, Kadalundi and Kanakakunnu Palace

Following in dad's footsteps, archives dept head senses a 'guiding presence'

ARCHIVES are not just about fixating on the past, but being inspired by the legacy of those who have left their mark to move on to greater things.

SFI flag post to be removed from Govt ITI at Thottada

ITI closed indefinitely

Kannur International Airport launches direct daily flights to Delhi

KANNUR International Airport (KIAL) has commenced direct daily flights to Delhi on Thursday, significantly enhancing connectivity for travellers from North Kerala and surrounding areas to the nation's capital.

Samadani meets Gadkari, wants national highway work woes resolved

PONNANI MP Abdussamad Samadani has met Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari to submit a memorandum requesting urgent action to resolve the hardships faced by residents and travellers in the Ponnani Lok Sabha constituency due to the ongoing NH construction activities.