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Cong launches campaign to uphold Ambedkar's legacy, lines up rallies

TAKING the Ambedkar row from Parliament to streets, the Congress launched a nationwide campaign on Saturday.

No grounds to reject Oppn's no-trust notice against V-P

THERE is no constitutional ground to reject the impeachment notice submitted by the Opposition seeking the removal of Vice-President and Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar, said constitutional expert and former Lok Sabha secretary general PDT Achary.

Net forest cover rises, but decreases in biodiverse regions like Western Ghats

INDIA's net forest coverage increased by 1,445 square kilometers during 2021-23, but it lost the natural forest density in biodiverse-rich Western Ghats, Northeast, open natural ecosystems and mangrove forests, according to the biennial data released by the Central government on Saturday.

THE RISE & RISE OF AMBEDKAR AS AN ICON

HE fracas over an insult to Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar leading to fisticuffs between the members of the ruling coalition and the opposition within the parliament complex underlined two distinctive trends.

PROTECT SOIL AFTER A YEAR OF LANDSLIDES

This year has seen unprecedented losses from landslides across India. No wonder that World Soil Day passed with a whimper on December 5. We need to protect and renew this most tangible of natural resources for our future.

GST Council adds destination state to online purchase bills

THE 55th GST Council meeting, held in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan decided to include the destination state in online purchase bills, addressing a long-standing demand from the Kerala government.

Lack of facilities, 'public resistance' land state in grip of med-waste crisis

Only 70 tonnes treated daily; govt in dark about number of waste generators, say sources

Fisherman dies as boat capsizes

A fisherman lost his life after the fibre boat in which he was travelling capsized at Azhithala estuary in Vadakara Sand Banks on Saturday early morning.

MS Solutions CEO seeks anticipatory bail amid question paper leak probe

IN the latest development of the question paper leak case, MS Solutions CEO Shuhaib has filed an anticipatory bail application in the Kozhikode District Court.

Demand to conduct all-party meeting on Wayanad rehab

KALPETTA MLA T Siddique has demanded that the government should call an all-party meeting to facilitate the rehabilitation of Chooralmala and Mundakkai landslide victims.

Vehicle inspection uncovers 750 violations; ₹20L collected in fines

As part of enforcement, licences of those committing serious offences were suspended

Kozhikode navy officer among two recognised for outstanding voyage

LIEUTENANT Commanders Dilna K and Roopa Alagirisamy, currently on a mission to sail around the globe, have bagged the prestigious Admiral Ram-das Trophy 2024 for the outstanding voyage of the year.

JUMBO CALENDARS ARE HERE FOR A RARE CAUSE

Initiative aimed at supporting mahouts who picked up injuries while caring for elephants

State govt seeks special packages at Centre's pre-budget consultation

A special package of ₹24,000 crore and ₹2,000 assistance for Wayanad rehabilitation were among the demands made by the state at the pre-budget consultation held by the Union government.

Ho, Ho, Ho! This X'mas, spread joy with personalised Santa greetings

SIX tech-savvy youths from the state have come together to develop an Artificial Intelligence-based web application designed to send personalised Christmas greetings and messages in Santa Claus' voice.

Implement Forest Bill sans dilution, CSI tells state govt

AT a time when the Syro-Malabar Church has launched a protest against the Kerala Forest Amendment Bill, 2024, the Church of South India (CSI) has come out in support of the bill.

MVD: PVT VEHICLES MAY BE LENT TO FRIENDS & KIN IN EXIGENCIES

PUTTING an end to misinterpretations and concerns over the use of private and rental vehicles, the transport commissioner has said that private vehicles may be used by the owners' family members or friends without being deemed a violation.

Students with disabilities strike gold with wholesome products

\"WE are different but not less.\" This is the motto of the Centre for Early Intervention Rehabilitation and Research (CEIRR), Perumbavoor, which works with persons with disabilities (PwDs). And through its actions, the institute is showing it means what it says.

Rule tweak cuts access to certain poll documents

Congress says it will challenge it in court

Pegasus liable in WhatsApp suit: US court

WITH a US court finding Israel's NSO Group — which sells spyware Pegasus — liable in a lawsuit filed by WhatsApp in 2019 flagging breaches in devices, snooping is back on the front burner, including in India.

Love-all start: Sindhu-Sai set for match close to heart

THERE is always a sprinkling of condiments to add flavour to a celebrity marriage. The brouhaha it generates is sometimes bewildering. When P V Sindhu announced her engagement and marriage to a Hyderabad entrepreneur, interest grew as the date of marriage neared, especially surrounding the identity of her to-be-husband Venkata Datta Sai.

CALL FOR NEXUS APPROACH AS CLIMATE CHANGE, BIODIVERSITY LOSS INTERLINKED

The report highlights that more than half of global gross domestic product – more than $50 trillion of annual economic activity around the world – is moderately to highly dependent on nature.

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Global warming surpassed 1.5 degrees Celsius for the first time on record, a critical threshold; if breached continuously, it will push the limits of life on Earth to adapt.

Brison double helps Goa sink toppers Bagan

FC GOA extended their unbeaten streak to seven games with a 2-1 win over league leaders Mohun Bagan Super Giant in the Indian Super League at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Goa on Friday.

'HIL revival a big boost for youth'

THERE is something about PR Sreejesh. He is always ebullient, seems at peace with himself and more than anything, he is shrouded in an aura of positivity. Always cheerful and articulate, Sreejesh speaks his mind. During a short conversation, he felt that his stint as coach of the junior team had been fantastic.

Odisha's tribal lifter Jyoshna shatters youth Asian record

JYOSHNA Sabar created a youth Asian record for total lift at the ongoing Asian Youth Weightlifting Championships in Doha on Friday.

Gill's Away Output A Cause For Concern

India's number three was expected to play the role of his formidable predecessor, Pujara. He has not been up to the mark in BGT so far

SPURS SURVIVE MAN UTD COMEBACK TO ADVANCE

TOTTENHAM survived two calamitous errors from stand-in goalkeeper Fraser Forster on Thursday to beat Manchester United 4-3 and set up a League Cup semifinal against Liverpool.

Barty's former hotspot now a different world

227 ARCHERFIELD Road, Richlands, Brisbane, Queensland. It is an address that holds significance not just in Australian tennis, but the country's sporting history.

Colombo an option for CT due to UAE's visa rule

FOR the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), the United Arab Emirates (UAE) remains priority for being a neutral venue for the 2025 Champions Trophy.