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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.

Mridanga Vision MD granted interim bail

The Ernakulam District Judicial First Class Magistrate Court on Friday granted interim bail to Nigosh Kumar, the managing director of Mridanga Vision, the organiser of the mega dance event in which MLA Uma Thomas sustained critical injuries after falling off a temporary dais at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Kaloor.

Autorickshaw driver attacks lawyer couple at district court complex

THE Ernakulam Central police have registered a case and launched a search for an autorickshaw driver who allegedly attacked and injured a lawyer couple at the district court complex on Friday.

Stray Dog Menace Puts Kalamassery Residents on Edge

RESIDENTS of Changampuzha Nagar in Kalamassery are on edge.

Scarcity of red soil stalls work on Edappally-Moothakunnam NH

Crisis caused by HC's interim stay on quarrying over claims that agency did not get clearance

DC Books' ex-publications head seeks anticipatory bail

A V Sreekumar, former head of publications of DC Books, Kottayam, on Friday approached the Kerala High Court seeking anticipatory bail in a case registered in connection with the alleged leaking to the media of excerpts from the purported autobiography of CPM leader E P Jayarajan.

HC proposes tribunal to address allegations of bias at kalolsavams

HC proposes tribunal to address allegations of bias at kalolsavams

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.

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.

Govt Awaits Family's Word on Memorial Site

Two adjoining sites measuring about 2,000 sq ft each within the Rashtriya Smriti Sthal in the Capital await approval from former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's family to house his memorial. They are yet to pick one.

Govt Notifies Draft Rules for Digital Privacy

Children under 18 years will require parental consent to create social media accounts

Bramayugam director Rahul Sadasivan confirms next

EARLIER, there were speculations that Bramayugam director Rahul Sadasivan would be doing a horror film with Pranav Mohanlal next.

Arjun, Rakul and Bhumi to headline Mere Husband Ki Biwi

ARJUN Kapoor, Rakul Preet Singh and Bhumi Pednekar will be headlining a comedy film titled Mere Husband Ki Biwi.

Jithu Madhavan & Chidambaram team up

MANJUMMEL Boys director Chidambaram will be helming a new film scripted by Aavesham filmmaker Jithu Madhavan, announced the makers on Thursday.

First look poster of Nivin Pauly and Nayanthara's Dear Students released

THE makers of Dear Students unveiled its lead actors Nivin Pauly and Nayanthara's first look on Thursday.

The golden hand that holds the conch

A CONCH signifying the beauty and tenacity of the ocean that shapes it, placed on a hand adorned with bangles that represent the seven musical notes and the seven colours, all of which rests on a book - the ultimate representation of knowledge.

Discovering games at the most unexpected places

MY journey to understand more about games has taken me to the strangest places, among them Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) in Delhi.

Final Say

The New Year revelry in Kochi got its perfect ending with the Cochin Carnival Parade, which saw streets radiate once again with vibrant celebrations.

Storm Before The Biggest Test

Despite dressing room 'chaos', India would be looking to salvage pride in Sydney and keep hopes of qualifying for WTC final alive

Salima dedicates Arjuna to teammates

FOR her contribution to Indian hockey, women's team captain Salima Tete was named amongst the Arjuna Awardees in the National Sports Awards 2024 list announced on Thursday.

Hope my goals help Arsenal win title

GABRIEL Jesus is determined to keep scoring as Arsenal look to end their more than 20-year wait for a Premier League title.

Bagan start year with win over Hyderabad FC

MOHUN Bagan Super Giant started the New Year with a 3-0 victory over Hyderabad FC at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 season.

HIL: UP Rudras blank Soorma Hockey Club

UP Rudras blanked Soorma Hockey Club 3-0 in their Hero Hockey India League contest here on Thursday.

With $20.5 bn from IPOs, Dalal Street 2nd busiest mkt

DALAL Street has been the second busiest market in the world, with a mop-up of $20.5 billion from the initial public offerings (IPOs).

Blinkit 10-min ambulance service in Gurugram

ZOMATO's quick commerce platform Blinkit on Thursday launched its 10-minutes Ambulance Service in select areas of Gurugram.

Hyundai Unveils Creta Electric With Two Battery Choices, 473 Km Range

HYUNDAI Motor India's (HMIL) first locally manufactured mass electric vehicle (EV) - the Creta Electric - will come with two battery packs - a 51.4 kWh (Long Range) offering a driving range of 473 km and a 42 kWh offering a driving range of 390 km in a single charge.

Manufacturing ends on a strong note in 2024, Dec PMI slowest at 56.4

THE manufacturing activity has reported its weakest reading of 2024 in December, with the manufacturing purchasing managers index (PMI) falling to 56.4, down from 56.5 in November.

Sebi rejects Zee, Punit Goenka's settlement offers

MARKET regulator Sebi on Thursday rejected the settlement offers filed by Zee Entertainment Enterprises (ZEEL) and its chief executive Punit Goenka for alleged violation of listing norms.

IT Companies May Report Surge in Q3 Revenue Growth

Though there will be seasonal furloughs, IT services firms are likely to perform better and will report improvement in growth momentum in the third quarter of this financial year.