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Lenacapavir named 'breakthrough of the year' drug for HIV care

IN a step to fight against HIV/AIDS, the US Food and Drug Administration approved Lenacapavir, an injectable HIV drug.

Vajpayee's 'good governance', Modi schemes on BJP agenda

AFTER celebrating the Constitution Day, the BJP is gearing up for a year-long 'Sangathan Parva' coinciding with Atal Jayanti in which former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee's 'good governance' will be highlighted.

Pak Betting App Scam: ED Says Promoters Earned More Than 50% Profit

THE Enforcement Directorate's (ED) investigation under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) has revealed that alleged online betting website 'Magicwin', owned by Pakistani nationals, has earned profits that were more than 50 percent of the total deposits made by the betting players.

Mixed bag for 'divided' Oppn in '24

After good show in Lok Sabha elections, differences among INDIA allies come to the fore

From logistics to innovation, India improves rankings in 10 yrs: Govt

OVER the past decade, India has cemented its position as the world's fifth-largest economy, demonstrating progress in areas ranging from logistics and innovation to security and cyber security, government sources said.

PK booked as police action on Bihar PSC candidates turns into major row

POLITICAL parties sought to corner the Nitish Kumar government on Monday, a day after police cane-charged and used water cannons against Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) candidates protesting against alleged exam paper leak.

Rahul, Priyanka slam BJP govt over death of Dalit inside police station

CONGRESS leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday condemned the death of a Dalit youth in police custody at Dewas in Madhya Pradesh and said it is not possible without the support of the government.

Eco-Precariats Struggles in Unliveable Cities

Bengaluru's pleasant weather tag has taken a hit as the city saw extreme heat waves in the summer, followed by torrential rains that flooded various parts of the city.

The World Is Ending... Pass The Popcorn

Regimes toppling, countries threatening to vanish off the face of the earth. Wait, the earth may itself have officially entered an existential crisis in 2024. But Happy New Year

Cops detain 700 AIADMK workers

FORMER minister C Ve Shanmugam and 771 AIADMK workers were detained in Villupuram, Tamil Nadu for defying police restrictions and staging a protest near the collectorate on Tuesday.

MLA Uma to remain on ventilator support

Latest CT scan reveals serious lung injuries, infection being treated with antibiotics; health condition remains same

TP murder accused Kodi Suni released on 30-day parole amid controversy

KODI SUNI, the prime accused in the high-profile T P Chandrasekharan murder case, was released from Tavanur jail on a 30-day parole on Saturday, sparking widespread debate and political outcry.

K'taka govt to challenge Darshan's bail in SC

THE state Home Department has granted approval to file a Special Leave Petition (SLP) before the Supreme Court, challenging the bail granted to Kannada actor Darshan Thoogudeepa, Pavithra Gowda, and others in the Renukaswamy murder case.

28-yr-old Sentenced to Death for Murdering College Girl in Chennai

A SPECIAL court in Chennai on Monday sentenced a 28-year-old man for brutally murdering a college student by pushing her in front of a moving train in Chennai in 2022, by considering the gravity and nature of the crime.

GCDA says contract with organisers did not allow construction of dais

THE Greater Cochin Development Authority (GCDA), which has come in for criticism following the accident in which Thrikkakara MLA Uma Thomas was seriously injured, has released a copy of the official contract with the organisers of the dance programme in an attempt to wash its hands of the incident.

Man Seriously Injured in Explosion at Construction Site

A 38-year-old man sustained serious injuries after an explosive device, abandoned in a package near the steps of his under-construction house, detonated.

Kollam IMA branch wins national award

THE Kollam branch of the Indian Medical Association (IMA) has been honoured with a prestigious national award from the IMA Academy of Medical Specialties (IMAAMS).

Worked tirelessly to save Nimisha, but our efforts went in vain

NEGOTIATIONS with the victim's family reached a dead end in September this year after the lawyer engaged by the Indian Embassy demanded more funds, part of which were raised by the Action council.

Wayanad landslide declared disaster of 'severe nature'

THE Union government on Monday declared the Wayanad landslide a disaster of 'severe nature' for all practical purposes, exactly five months after the disaster claimed 254 lives and left 128 missing.

Tendering for Kannangattu Kadavu to begin soon

THE tender process for the Kannangattu Kadavu bridge is set to commence following the completion of land acquisition and compensation distribution to affected landowners.

Pulamon stream cleaning project stalled due to officials' laxity

Municipality made no efforts to clear encroachments along the stream and resume project

RCC tech officer accused of recording pvt visuals of female staff

NINE female employees working at the medical laboratory department of the Regional Cancer Centre (RCC) have accused a male colleague of secretly recording their private visuals using a hidden camera.

School arts festival: Govt mulls tough action against disruptive protests

AS preparations begin for the state school arts festival scheduled to commence on January 4 in the state capital, the government has decided to firmly deal with disruptive protests that have become a common occurrence after the declaration of results of various competitive items during the mega event.

Shivaji statue on Pangong Tso triggers debate

Honouring Gen Zorawar would have had more locational relevance

'Anand, for all his good qualities, isn't ready for FIDE job'

THE Magnus Carlsen saga has taken a new twist.

Meet the Parents Who Kept Nitish's Dreams Alive

MUTYALA Reddy was the star at lunch on day four of the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.

City Stop the Rot With Victory

MANCHESTER City provided Pep Guardiola some relief with a 2-0 victory at Leicester to secure just a second win in 14 games for the crisis-hit English champions on Sunday.

Who Will Have the Last Laugh?

After eventful contest between ball and bat on Day 4, final day promises to be a thriller

Kerala go down to Jamshedpur FC

PRATIK Chaudhari's goal proved to be the difference-maker as Jamshedpur FC edged Kerala Blasters FC 1-0 in the ongoing Indian Super League at the JRD Tata Sports Complex in Jamshedpur on Sunday.

Analog watches see strong growth, focus on premiumisation

ITAN is celebrating its 40th anniversary and the renowned watch company recently introduced a flying Tourbillon watch, as part of its limited edition - the ‘Commemorative’ Collection, consisting of 4 watches.