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INDIA bloc will hold talks to take call on Mamata as leader, says Tejashwi

The main opposition in Bihar-Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD)-on Sunday appeared non-committal on West Bengal Chief Minister and Trinamool Congress leader Mamata Banerjee's willingness to lead the 'INDIA' bloc.

800 sewage treatment plants enrolled under Jal Amrit Scheme so far

WITHIN a few weeks of its launch, more than 800 Sewage Treatment Plants (STP) from different states and UTs have been enrolled for assessment under Centre's ambitious 'Jal Amrit' scheme.

Tough task for sleuths as black cocaine flown by air

THE air route has become a dominant way of smuggling drugs, as the most expensive drug black cocaine is brought to the country through international passenger and cargo flights, officials said on Sunday.

BNP for India goods boycott; anti-Bangla rallies in Bengal

A day ahead of foreign secretary Vikram Misri's official visit to Dhaka, six members of Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) on Sunday submitted a memorandum to the Indian High Commission there, raising concerns against anti-Bangladesh incidents in its neighbourhood.

UP man returns after serving Russian army in Ukraine war, says 25 still stuck

AFTER serving in the Russian army for eight months in the war with Ukraine, Rakesh Yadav from Azamgarh in Uttar Pradesh returned to India and claimed that more than 25 youths from India are still stuck in the conflict zone.

ROAD TO DAMASCUS WAS ALWAYS PAVED WITH BITTER IRONY

The coming years will reveal whether the Syrian people can resist the forces of disintegration and reclaim the nation. Can they unify despite the pulls of Big Power politics?

HOW DEVOTION HELPED DISSOLVE KARMA

story is performed each year around Kartikai Ekadasi in the temple town of Thirukkurungudi, over 70 km from Thoothukudi, by dancer Anita Ratnam's Arangham Trust. Kartikai Ekadasi is on December 12 this year.

Low-pressure system to intensify, bring heavy rains to coastal, delta dists

THE Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) on Sunday said that the low-pressure area persisting over the Bay of Bengal is expected to move west-northwestwards and intensify within the next 24 hours.

Karnataka to launch OTT akin to Kerala

IN LINE with the Kerala government-owned over-the-top (OTT) platform ‘C-space’, the Karnataka government’s Sree Kanteerava Studios Limited is gearing up to launch its own OTT service.

Survivor fears sabotage of harassment case against bank MD

THE police investigation into the sexual harassment complaint against Jose K Peter while he was the managing director of the Thodupuzha Urban Cooperative Bank Ltd (TUBCL) seems to be going nowhere, with the family of the survivor fearing attempts to sabotage the probe.

18L pilgrims visit Sabarimala

THE annual pilgrimage season at Sabarimala is seeing a significant surge, with nearly 18 lakh devotees visiting the hill shrine by Sunday.

Child born with deformities: Radiological, imaging assn dismisses health dept report

THE state leadership of Indian Radiological and Imaging Association (IRIA) has dismissed the report of health department blaming radiologists for the birth of a baby with deformities at the Alappuzha Women and Children's Hospital.

Abdul Rahim's release delayed as Riyadh court adjourns verdict again

THE anticipated release of Abdul Rahim Machilakath Peediyekkal, of Kodampuzha, Feroke in Kozhikode, remains uncertain as the Riyadh Criminal Court postponed the verdict during its hearing on Sunday.

AHCL system can improve outcomes for kids with Type 1 diabetes: Study

In Kerala, 2 children die every month due to complications from inadequate insulin mgmt

Sudhakaran says no to high command's demand to step down as state Cong chief

K SUDHAKARAN has rejected AICC's demand to step down from the post of KPCC president as part of the reorganisation in the state Congress.

Police tighten grip, Maoists turn to dark web for communication

WITH the police hot on their heels, the Maoist cadres are increasingly turning to the dark web for maintaining communication and evading surveillance.

Anvar links CM's secy to Naveen's death; Sasi threatens to sue him

LAUNCHING a broadside at Chief Minister's political secretary P Sasi, Nilambur MLA P V Anvar on Sunday linked him to the death of Naveen Babu, the former additional district magistrate of Kannur.

Joseph Mor Gregorios is new Catholicos of Jacobite Church

MORAN Mor Ignatius Aphrem II, the Patriarch of Antioch and Supreme Head of Universal Syriac Orthodox Church, on Sunday declared Joseph Mor Gregorios, the Malankara Metropolitan and president of Jacobite Syrian Episcopal Synod, as the new Catholicos of the Jacobite Church.

Suicide bid of nursing student triggers protest in Kasaragod

A GROUP of nursing students on Sunday protested in front of the Manzoor Hospital after a student attempted suicide in her hostel room.

Kannur airport marks six years amid challenges

KANNUR International Airport (KIAL) is all set to celebrate its sixth anniversary on Monday, marking the milestone of its inaugural Air India Express flight to Abu Dhabi on December 9, 2018.

Valapattanam police crack 2 high-profile cases in a row

THE Valapattanam police have successfully solved two high-profile cases within a week, showcasing teamwork and the effective use of scientific investigation methods.

Gambling: Two held in late-night raid

The Kumbla police apprehended two individuals at an illegal gambling site, during a late-night raid held in Bambrana on Sunday.

Lyricist Rajesh steps into limelight with Civil Defence anthem

C P Rajesh, an officer with the Uppala fire station in Kasaragod, has gained recognition as the lyricist of Kerala Civil Defence's official theme song.

Bombs hurled at Congress office in Pinarayi, hours before inauguration

Party blames CPM's 'act of violence'; police yet to track down culprits behind the incident

NAVY TO TRAIN GAGANYAAN ASTRONAUTS ON WATER SURVIVAL TECHNIQUES

Shoulders responsibility for recovering crew module from Indian Ocean on its return to Earth after three-day mission

Arakkal bell continues to resonate with the legacy of Kerala's sole Muslim dynasty

THE ARAKKAL bell, a poignant symbol of the Arakkal dynasty, stands as a bridge to a bygone era. While iconic figures such as Ali Raja and Arakkal Beevi, along with the grandeur of the Arakkal Kettu (palace), remain etched in collective memory, the bell offers visitors to the Arakkal Museum a profound connection to the region's illustrious past.

India to soon have comprehensive anti-drone unit, says Amit Shah

UNION Home Minister Amit Shah said on Sunday that India will soon have a comprehensive anti-drone unit to deal with the ever-increasing menace of unmanned aerial vehicles being used by Pakistan-based elements to drop weapons and drugs along the western frontiers.

'I Have Never Wanted Anything More'

Ariana Grande speaks to Katie Ellis about landing her dream role of Glinda in Wicked, taking voice and acting lessons, and developing a special bond with co-star Cynthia Erivo

Relief of Finding One in Duality

Indian designer Vikram Goyal joins hands with English design house de Gournay to create an exquisite collection of three gilded wallpapers celebrating Indian faith

Relief of Finding One in Duality

Indian designer Vikram Goyal joins hands with English design house de Gournay to create an exquisite collection of three gilded wallpapers celebrating Indian faith