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Chaos at Thiruvananthapuram Central Station over delayed announcements, schedule changes
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Confusion continues to grip passengers at the Thiruvananthapuram Central Railway Station as last-minute changes in the timetable force them to sprint across the already crowded foot overbridge and board trains from the wrong side. The problem is most acute in the evening when three trains, Guruvayur Intercity Express (5.30pm), Kanyakumari-Punalur Passenger (5.35pm), and Vanchinad Express (5.45pm), are scheduled to leave in quick succession. Passengers are usually kept guessing as officials announce the order of departure and platform of arrival at the very last moment. On some days, the Kanyakumari-Punalur Passenger is held back to allow Vanchinad to depart first, and vice versa. There is no guarantee, said Liyons J, secretary of the WhatsApp network Friends on Rails. People wait on the footbridge to dash to the platform of their trains. Passengers regularly enter trains from the wrong side. When large groups gather, the risk of a stampede is real. Yet, the railways does not have a mechanism to manage crowds. He added that the congestion also inconveniences passengers of other trains. Passenger associations have long demanded advance announcements, raising the issue as far back as six years ago. Railways can make the announcement when a train reaches Nemom, but officials are least bothered, Liyons said. The State Human Rights Commission had directed the railways to maintain punctuality and issue advance alerts. While one order was quashed after the railways appealed against SHRCs intervention, the directive on advance announcements remains valid. Similar problems, he added, persist at Kayamkulam Junction during the departure of Sabari Express and Netravati Express. Railway officials, however, cite practical difficulties. At a busy station like Thiruvananthapuram Central, it is difficult to finalise platforms in advance. We announce as soon as platform availability is confirmed, an official explained. He denied reports of overcrowding on the foot overbridge, pointing to the presence of RPF and ticket-checking staff.
Congress Wiped Out From Kashmir to Kanyakumari: Raina
SRINAGAR: Senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Ravinder Raina on Sunday visited Changoo village in Dooru area of Anantnag to offer condolences to the family of Gul Mohammad Shah, a Forest Department employee who lost his life while performing firefighting duties. Raina expressed solidarity with the bereaved family and paid tribute to the deceased for []
Serial offender involved in over 50 cases nabbed in Chittoor
The accused belonging to Kanyakumari district in Tamil Nadu has over 50 criminal cases registered in TN and one in Chittoor district, say police
Cyclone Ditvaah has caused widespread disruption, leading to school closures in several southern regions. Meanwhile, local holidays have been declared in Tiruvannamalai and Kanyakumari districts on December 3 for religious festivals. Tamil Nadu remains on high alert for further intense rainfall.
Violin maestro A. Kanyakumari honoured with Mudhra Award of Excellence
The Sangeetha Mudhra Awards were also presented during the inauguration of Mudhras 31st Fine Arts Festival
Nationwide blood donation campaigner reaches Mlaya
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Nov 27: Randeep Batta, who describes himself as the first Indian to embark on a nationwide blood donation awareness campaign, is currently on a mission to promote voluntary blood donation through his Kashmir to Kanyakumari Raktdaan Jaagrukta Abhiyan. As part of this solo journey, Batta is travelling across every state []
TN man dies of rabies, ignored dog bite for 3 months
Tamil Nadu: A 31-year-old from Tamil Nadus Kanyakumari district succumbed to rabies infection on Monday, November 10, after he did not get treated for a dog bite from three months ago. The victim, Ayyappan, was a construction worker and had been working at a site in the Kaval Kinaru area of the district when he Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Tamil Nadu Man Dies Of Rabies After He Refused Treatment For Dog Bite
A 31-year-old construction worker in Tamil Nadu's Kanyakumari district has died of rabies, three months after he was bitten by a dog.
Cyclonic storm over Bay of Bengal may trigger heavy rains from October 27
A fresh low-pressure area formed over southeast Bay of Bengal on Friday is likely to intensify into a cyclonic storm by October 27 and may cause heavy rainfall across Odisha and some parts of West Bengal for three days starting Monday, officials said. Bhubaneswar meteorological department director Manorama Mohanty said the weather system has moved west-northwestwards over the past three hours and is likely to move in that direction further. It will become a depression over the southeast and adjoining central Bay of Bengal by October 25, a deep depression by October 26, and a cyclonic storm over the southwest and adjoining west-central Bay of Bengal by the morning of October 27, Mohanty told reporters here. Asked whether the system will make landfall on the Odisha coast, she said, It is too early to predict, but wherever it makes landfall, Odisha is likely to experience heavy to extremely heavy rainfall from October 27 to 29.The coastal districts are expected to be most affected. The IMD has issued a yellow warning for light to moderate rainfall in 12 districts on Friday, 21 districts each on Saturday and Sunday, and across the entire state on Monday. Odisha Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari said the state government was closely monitoring the situation and prepared to face any eventuality. October is generally considered a cyclone-prone month. There is no need to panic. The government is fully prepared to handle the situation, Pujari said. The system is also likely to bring heavy rainfall in south Bengal districts comprising North and South 24 Parganas, Purba and Paschim Medinipur, Jhargram and Howrah between October 28 and 30, weather officials said. Thunderstorms with lightning are likely in Kolkata and adjoining Hooghly district on October 28. North Bengal districts of Jalpaiguri, Alipurduar, Cooch Behar, Dakshin Dinajpur and Malda are also likely to get heavy rain between October 29 and 30, they said. The low pressure has also triggered a fresh spell of northeast monsoon rains in the North coastal region of Tamil Nadu, including Chennai . An orange alert has been issued for Chennai, Kancheepuram, and Tiruvallur districts on October 27, warning of heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning. Parts of Chengalpattu and Ranipet are also expected to receive intense showers during the said period. According to the IMDs five-day forecast, heavy rains are likely in Chennai and neighbouring districts till October 28 with possibilities of waterlogging in low-lying areas. In the last 24 hours ending 8.30 am on Friday, widespread rainfall were reported across several districts, with Pallipattu in Tiruvallur recording the highest at 15 cm, followed by Nalumukku in Tirunelveli (12 cm) and Oothu (11 cm). Arakonam in Ranipet district recorded 10 cm, while Medavakkam in Chennai received 9 cm. Several parts of southern Tamil Nadu, including Kanyakumari and Tirunelveli, also witnessed moderate to heavy spells. Chennai Corporation officials said field teams have been placed on alert to clear stormwater drains and ensure swift water discharge ahead of the rains this weekend. Fishermen have been advised not to venture into the sea as strong winds are likely to prevail along the Tamil Nadu and south Andhra coast in the coming days. With the northeast monsoon active, IMD officials cautioned that intense rainfall episodes may continue over the next week, particularly in northern coastal districts. (With inputs from SV Krishna Chaitanya , PTI)
Tamil Nadu: IMD predicts light to moderate rain, thunderstorms in Kanyakumari, other districts
The India Meteorological Department forecasts light to moderate rain with thunderstorms in southern Tamil Nadu districts until Thursday morning. Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin confirmed the Northeast monsoon is active, with potential for heavier rainfall than last year. The state has already seen 16,000 hectares of farmland inundated, with compensation planned for damaged crops.
Millions celebrated Diwali 2025 nationwide. Ayodhya set a Guinness World Record for lighting over 2.6 million lamps. Markets saw a shopping frenzy for festive essentials. Concerns over air pollution led to the allowance of green firecrackers. Families embraced traditions, blending them with environmental awareness for a joyous festival.
Sports Ministry to organize 2-week cycling expedition from Kashmir to Kanyakumari
Excelsior Sports Correspondent Srinagar, Oct 17: Fit India, the flagship mission of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, is set to organise a two-week cycling expedition from Kashmir to Kanyakumari (K2K) starting October 31. The expedition will cover a mammoth distance of 4,480 kilometres, beginning in Srinagar and passing through the states of Punjab, Delhi, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Karnataka before culminating in Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadu, on November 16. A total of 150 riders will take part in the [] The post Sports Ministry to organize 2-week cycling expedition from Kashmir to Kanyakumari appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Mysuru Dasara: Hundreds take part in Heritage Cycle Ride
Mysurus ultra cyclist Naveen D.S. Solanki, who has cycled from Kashmir to Kanyakumari, says the city provides an ideal environment for cycling
NEW DELHI: In a first-of-its-kind gesture marking Prime Minister Narendra Modis 75th birthday , Union Ministers from his government shared lesser-known and fascinating experiences of working under his leadership. From Rajnath Singh to other senior ministers, video messages titled NaMo Story were released, offering personal insights into the Prime Ministers character and work ethic. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh described Modi as a blessed one, while Home Minister Amit Shah hailed him as a leader with remarkable foresight and visionary leadership. In his video message, Singh recalled the early days of Prime Minister Modis leadership when he was the national president of the BJP. He shared how PM Modi never panicked when faced with challenges. Singh reminisced about how, during an election campaign, Modi, as the party leader, returned to him and submitted a report on an assignment he had been given, presenting himself as a disciplined worker of the party. He never gets panicked with challenges. This cannot be without a divine grace, remarked Rajnath Singh. He described Modi as a truly blessed individual, possessing an innate and sharp ability to make any campaign highly effective and successful due to his brilliant, grounded, and practical suggestions. Praising the Prime Ministers knack for making sharp and effective suggestions, Singh said, Modi ji ka sujhav sangthmak drishiti se bi prasangik hota hai (Modis suggestions happen to be very much relevant from an organisational point of view). I have seen this ability during travelling with him earlier in 1718 states, and I think this ability cannot be without Gods grace in anyone, Singh added. Sharing a lesser-known facet of Modis personality, the Defence Minister further stated that Modi has an innate curiosity to understand society and other countries. Before being made CM, he had travelled to many countries, he said. PM Modi on 75th Birthday: New India undeterred by nuclear threats, calls for swadeshi surge Recalling the day he first met Modi in Jhansi in 199293, during the Kanyakumari to Srinagar Ekta Yatra led by then BJP President Murli Manohar Joshi, of which Modi was the key organiser, Singh said, There are experiences that shape the course of history. My experience with PM Narendra Modi ji was one such experience. In Jhansi, during his speech, I had seen the brilliance of future leadership. Discipline, dedication to organisation, profound knowledge, and the courage to accept every challenge - these are the qualities that have made him the leader who will take India to new heights. Praising PM Modis dedication and sense of responsibility as a party leader, Singh also recalled an instance after the conclusion of the 2014 Lok Sabha election campaigning, where Modi, as the prime ministerial candidate, visited him at his Ashoka Road residence in Delhi. Modi ji came to give me the report on the task he had been assigned, Singh said. He further highlighted Modis strong level of confidence, saying, Modi-ji is a disciplined political worker. He remains in a jolly mood, and you will not find him to be intense in any situation. He stated that he had never seen Modi become scared or worried about any issue. I think God has sent him to the world after considering all aspects to serve the people, Singh remarked. PM Modi: A Life of Resolve, A Nations Journey Home Minister Amit Shah, on PM Modis birthday, said, The hallmark of strong leadership lies in the ability to take decisions in difficult circumstances. Judged by this criterion, Modi jis leadership is exceptional. I have witnessed him maintain extraordinary patience and clarity of vision, even in the most challenging situations. He cited many examples of hard decisions made by the Prime Minister since he assumed office, such as the abrogation of Article 370, which Shah said would be remembered as a decision that demonstrated not only political courage but also an unwavering commitment to national unity and integrity. He also highlighted the erasure of the social evil of triple talaq as a bold step to protect the dignity and rights of women. Shah termed PM Modis personality as the greatest strength of India. BJP President J P Nadda also praised Modi, stating that the Prime Minister had taken numerous transformative steps to build an Aatmanirbhar and Viksit Bharat, with the goal of progressing every section of society. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari hailed Modi as the worlds most popular leader and wished that India, under his leadership, becomes self-reliant and a vishwaguru, eradicating terrorism and corruption. Trump wishes PM Modi on 75th birthday in first call since 50% tariffs; leaders discuss strengthening India-US ties
Congress hails Rahuls Bharat Jodo Yatra on launch anniversary
New Delhi: On the third anniversary of the launch of the Bharat Jodo Yatra, the Congress on Sunday said it was a transformative milestone in the countrys politics and continues to resonate and reverberate. Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh said the Bharat Jodo Yatra began three years ago today at Kanyakumari, with a Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
The Congress party commemorates the third anniversary of the Bharat Jodo Yatra. Jairam Ramesh highlights the Yatra's focus on economic inequalities, social polarization, and political authoritarianism. Rahul Gandhi and Bharat Yatris walked 4,000 km from Kanyakumari to Kashmir over 145 days. The march included public meetings, interactions, and participation from various celebrities, veterans, and opposition leaders.
New Delhi, Sep 7: On the third anniversary of the launch of the Bharat Jodo Yatra, the Congress on Sunday said it was a transformative milestone in the countrys politics and continues to resonate and reverberate. Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh said the Bharat Jodo Yatra began three years ago today at Kanyakumari, with a visit to the Swami Vivekananda rock memorial and other iconic places and finally a public meeting. The Yatra was undertaken to highlight the [] The post Transformative Milestone In Countrys Politics: Cong Hails RahulS Bharat Jodo Yatra On Launch Anniversary appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Karnatakas guarantee schemes now a model from Kashmir to Kanyakumari, says MLC
