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Kashmir chinars get digital protection through geo-tagging with QR-code

IN a move to conserve rich heritage, the iconic Chinar trees in Kashmir have been geo-tagged and equipped with QR-code for digital protection of the Valley's heritage tree.

Aditya Birla Fashion raises ₹1,860 cr via QIP

ADITYA Birla Fashion and Retail Limited (ABFRL) on Tuesday announced successful completion of ₹1,860 crore fundraise through the Qualified Institutional Placement (QIP) route.

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.

After fire, norms changed at Kumbh

Revised steps include a fire station for every 800 sqmt in tent area, response time 3 minutes

Mangrove afforestation launched at Ashtamudi Lake

MANGROVE afforestation efforts under the 'Jeevananu Ashtamudi Jeevikkanam Ashtamudi' project, initiated by the corporation, have commenced at the ashram.

Raj Staff Selection Board comes out with new dress code for exam candidates

After metal zipper pants, now Kurta-pyjama diktat

Vijayan's death: Sudhakaran to be quizzed

THE Wayanad district Congress is grappling with a challenging situation as the investigation into the suicide of former district Congress committee (DCC) treasurer, N M Vijayan, expands to include several prominent party leaders.

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.

TVM Shooting Incident: Man Held on Female Doc's Harassment Complaint

Sujith was apprehended when he landed in Kerala from Maldives to attend a relative's wedding

Trump Energy Policy May Lead to Higher Oil Supplies from US

PETROLEUM Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said that there is potential for increased US energy exports to India, following the Trump administration's plans to maximise oil and gas production.

Rising temp increases dengue cases, says study

A new study by the Pune-based Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM) underscored that rising cases of dengue diseases are directly linked to rising temperatures due to climate change.

THREE BUDGET WISHES FOR INDIAN VARSITIES

Imagine a university managing to pay its faculty salary and covering its academic infrastructure operational expenses without having to rely on tuition fees.

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Seize Husain's two paintings: Delhi court

A Delhi court ordered the seizure of two paintings by renowned artist M F Husain displayed at the Delhi Art Gallery following a complaint that they were offensive.

Tax revenue goes up, central grants down

KERALA's tax revenue increased by 6.5% in 2023-24 from ₹90,228.84 crore in 2022-23 to ₹96,071.93 crore, showed the CAG's \"Accounts at a Glance\" tabled in the assembly on Tuesday.

Duhan keen on WHIL lessons

IT was a gloomy night at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Astro Turf Hockey Stadium in Ranchi a year ago. Despite their grueling efforts, the Indian women's hockey team could not beat Japan in the third-place playoff match of the 2024 Women's FIH Hockey Olympic Qualifiers.

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.

JSW Group to Invest ₹3 Lakh Crore Across Critical Sectors in Maharashtra

BILLIONAIRE Sajjan Jindal-led JSW Group said on Tuesday that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Maharashtra to invest ₹3 lakh crore across critical sectors.

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.

TN Intensifies Efforts to Protect Endangered Olive Ridley Turtles Amid Rising Death Toll

WITH OLIVE Ridley deaths hitting record numbers this year, Chief Secretary N Muruganandam chaired a high-level meeting on Tuesday with top officials of various departments, including forest, fisheries, Indian Coast Guard, marine enforcement police and the coastal security group, on steps to be taken to protect the critically-endangered species.

Indigenous Push: ₹1.5K cr deal sealed to procure tanks for Army

THE Ministry of Defence (MoD) inked a deal on Tuesday to buy Bridge Laying Tanks (BLT) to add speed to the movement of armoured elements of the Indian Army.

Class 8 student kills self over 'unpaid fees'

IN a shocking incident, a class 8 student died by suicide in the Godadara area of Surat.

Resolution Passed Urging Centre to Withdraw Draft UGC Regulations 2025

The assembly on Tuesday unanimously passed a resolution urging the Centre to withdraw the draft UGC Regulations 2025 in the wake of concerns raised by state governments and academic experts and to come up with a new set of regulations only after taking into account the opinions evolved through detailed discussions with them.

Returning Shami in focus at Eden

Making a comeback after 430 days, all eyes will be on the veteran pacer on Wednesday

Must-win ties for Real, PSG

Champions League giants Madrid and Ligue 1 champions will be hoping to get maximum points in order to avoid early Champions League exit. A look...

India Sees Window of Opportunity Amidst Tests

EXTERNAL Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will be the first foreign minister to meet US Secretary of State Marco Rubio for a bilateral discussion, as India aims to strengthen its ties with the US following the inauguration of President Donald Trump as its 47th President.

China says ready to work with India on border ties

Both nations working to normalise their relationship after standoffs

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.

T-factor: Sensex tanks by 1,200 pts, ₹7L cr wiped out

INDIA'S equity markets fell sharply on Tuesday as investors turned cautious after the newly sworn-in US President, Donald Trump, slapped trade tariffs on goods entering from neighbouring countries.

JPC on simultaneous polls to hold second meeting on January 31

THE second meeting of the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) examining bills on 'One Nation, One Election' (ONOE) will be held on January 31, according to the government.