Anita Katyal | Fuss over edited Amit Shah clip; how Priyanka got her Bangla bag
Irrespective of who is to blame for last weeks scuffle between MPs of the Bharatiya Janata Party and the Congress on the Parliament House premises, the fact is that the Narendra Modi government was rattled by the campaign launched by a united Opposition against home minister Amit Shah for what it described as derogatory references to Babasaheb Ambedkar in his Rajya Sabha speech. The Congress circulated a clip of Mr Shahs speech to prove its point. Here, the Congress appears to have learnt from the BJPs IT cell which has edited innumerable speeches of Rahul Gandhi and other Congress leaders to show them in poor light. Coming at a time when all political parties are seeking to appropriate Ambedkars legacy with an eye on the dalit vote, Prime Minister Narendra Modi defended Mr Shah in a series of tweets in which he also attacked the Congress with the use of extreme terms like its rotten ecosystem. This was followed the next day with the BJP amassing its MPs outside Parliament as a counter to the Opposition protests. A nervous Congress rushed into damage control mode last week when Wayanad MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra stirred a controversy by carrying a tote bag to Parliament with Palestine written on it. The BJP lost no time in accusing her of minority appeasement, stating that while she was sympathetic to the Palestine cause, Priyanka had not spoken about the attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh. Finding itself on the backfoot, the Congress went on an overdrive to procure a fresh set of bags with Bangladesh emblazoned on them. A batch of hundred cloth bags were ordered from Tirupur in Tamil Nadu. These were stitched overnight so they could reach before the Parliament session commenced the next day so that Priyanka could carry this bag. The bags were said to have been procured with the help of Kanyakumari MP Vijay Vasanth who has contacts with several vendors in Tirupur. He had also helped organise cloth bags and T-shirts during Congress leader Rahul Gandhis Bharat Jodo Yatra. Army chief Upendra Dwivedi s recent actions have raised quite a few eyebrows within the service and invited open criticism from veterans for bending backwards to please the political establishment. According to the buzz in Army circles, this could be because Gen. Dwivedis elevation as Army chief was not a smooth affair. Apparently, the Modi government was not too pleased because his stint as Northern Army commander witnessed a spike in terror strikes in the Jammu region. It was speculated that this was the reason the government delayed announcing his name as Army chief, giving his predecessor an extension. Gen. Dwivedi recently courted controversy when the painting showing the ceremonial surrender of Pakistani soldiers to the Indian Army following the 1971 war removed from his South Block office and replaced with a garish painting with mythological images from the Mahabharata , a portrait of Chanakya along with tanks, planes and submarines. Dismayed veterans said this was an insult to those who fought and died in the 1971 war and blamed the Army chief for bringing religion into the armed forces. Gen. Dwivedi was also in the news when he went to Prayagraj on the anniversary of the Babri Masjid demolition and spoke appreciatively of the collaboration between the Army and local civil administration in the redevelopment of the historic Patalpuri Temple and other religious places. It was a book launch on Bollywood actresses but Thiruvananthapuram MP Shashi Tharoor made political capital out of it by using the occasion to pay homage to both soldiers who laid down their lives in the 1971 war and Indira Gandhi for her able leadership because of which India registered a historic victory. Participating in a discussion on retired diplomat Surendra Kumars book, Unforgettable Divas of Bollywood , Mr Tharoor first spoke at length about the contribution of women in Indian cinema, how they have put the spotlight on gender and social issues through their roles while many have taken up causes outside their work and still others made a mark in public life. Since the programme was held on December 16, celebrated as Vijay Diwas to commemorate Indias victory in the 1971 war, Mr Tharoor took full advantage of this and ended his talk with a tribute to Indira Gandhi and the soldiers who died in the war. While his cousins are constantly in the news, Varun Gandhi is neither seen nor heard these days. For starters, hes no longer an MP as he was denied a ticket by the Bharatiya Janata Party in the last Lok Sabha election. Currently at a loose end, Varun is spending most of his time at his Delhi farmhouse or travelling abroad. However, he is also said to be exploring other options. According to the Delhi political grapevine, Varun is in touch with a leader of a regional party and is not averse to switching sides if he gets the right offer. Though Varun and the regional party leader are on friendly terms, the latter is learnt to have remarked jokingly that a A Mercedes part would not fit into a Fiat. But then politics is the art of possible.
Man suspects wife of infidelity, kills her, chops body into several pieces in Thoothukudi
THOOTHUKUDI: A 35-year-old man allegedly killed his wife and chopped her body into several pieces as he suspected her fidelity at Anjugramam of Kanniyakumari district. The accused, Marimuthu, a resident of Manakavalan Pillar Nagar in Palayamkottai of Tirunelveli district was married to Mariya Sathya (30). Sathya worked at a seafood processing company and Marimuthu was a labourer and the couple had two children. Reportedly, they fought often as Sathya constantly chatted on the phone. The family members had pacified the couple and shifted them to Palkulam near Anjugramam, yet the fight continued. On Thursday, an argument ensued and Marimuthu allegedly hacked Sathya to death and chopped her body into several pieces. He packed the pieces in three travel bags to dispose them. Marimuthu also worked part time at a butcher shop, said sources. When he left home with the bags, street dogs caught the smell and surrounded Marimuthu. Meanwhile, locals caught him and handed him over to the police. The Anjugramam police shifted the body to the Kanyakumari Government Medical College Hospital in Asaripallam. During interrogation, police said Marimuthu admitted to killing his wife as she refused to stop chatting with others, causing friction in their domestic life. After chopping his wifes body, he washed the place and cleaned the house in order to hide the crime from the neighbours.
Kanyakumari Thiruvalluvar statue 25th anniversary: Stalin unveils logo
Unveiling the logo, Stalin posted on X, Lets celebrate the statue as a statue of wisdom.
25 years of Thiruvalluvar statue
Chennai: Chief Minister M K Stalin celebrated the 25th anniversary of the setting up of a 'skyhigh' statue of Thiruvalluvar at Kanyakumari, where the nation begins, by M Karunanidhi and said that it was a statue of wisdom. In a message on X, Stalin said Thiruvallur, who gave the world the classical Tamil literary work Thirukural was an advocate of equality.
BJPs Annamalai Accuses Kerala of Dumping Waste in TN Border Districts
BJP Tamil Nadu president K Annamalai alleged that Kerala has been using Tamil Nadus border districts as dumping grounds for biomedical, plastic, and meat waste. He urged the DMK government to take immediate action to prevent the neighboring state from discarding its waste in Tamil Nadu. Annamalai warned that if Kerala continues this practice, he would arrange for the waste to be sent back to the state. He accused Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin of compromising the state's interests, including on issues like Cauvery water, to favor political allies. The DMK government has allowed border districts to be turned into garbage dumping yards for Kerala, he said in a post on X (formerly Twitter). @mkstalin , , , pic.twitter.com/egdyR3x3ue K.Annamalai (@annamalai_k) December 17, 2024 Additionally, Annamalai claimed that the state government was ignoring illegal smuggling of minerals from Tenkasi and Kanyakumari districts to Kerala. Despite repeated complaints to authorities and the Chief Minister's Special Cell, no action has been taken. This is happening with the full knowledge of the DMK government, he alleged. Annamalai called for urgent intervention to address the waste dumping and protect Tamil Nadu's border districts.
Locals struggle amidst slow rebuilding works of Eral, Authoor bridges
THOOTHUKUDI: Even as a year has passed since the historic floods ravaged parts of Thoothukudi and other southern district of Tamil Nadu, in December 2023, the state and central governments have failed to repair and restore the bridges across the Thamirabarani at Eral and Authoor. During the unprecedented rain and subsequent floods on December 17 and 18, 2023, nearly 100 metres of the approach path of the Eral Bridge was washed away completely. As a result, people from Sethukuvaithan and Eral, on the south bank and north of the river, respectively, were forced to use the parallel low-level road built 50 years ago. Similarly, the Authoor Bridge connecting Mukkani and Vadakku Authoor was also affected by the floods, affecting two-way traffic through the old bridge. The Eral Bridge is located on the Eral-Nazareth state highway, while the Authoor Bridge is located on the Thoothukudi-Kanyakumari national highway, said an official. These two bridges, located five km apart on the Thamirabarani, are crucial for transportation in the region. Although one year has passed, the construction of the bridge began only in December. The works are progressing at a snail's pace, charged Jayabalan, an activist who has complained to the district collector about the bridges restoration several times. People have also flagged concerns about using the old bridge, with farmers flagging difficulty transporting their produce. District Engineer Arumuganainar told TNIE that the state highways (construction and maintenance) department had allotted Rs 6.95 crore for permanent restoration of the bridge. The department had conducted a load-bearing test, which took one month. The project began in July and is slated for completion by April 2025. However, we are striving to finish it by March 2025, he said. Apart from issues such as delay in design approval, the Parliamentary elections, too, proved to be a setback in the projects construction, said Arumuganainar. Speaking about the Authoor Bridge, District Engineer (National Highways) Shanmuganathan said an expert panel from IIT Madras had inspected the bridge and the union government provided in-principal approval for rehabilitation works. The IIT panel conducted several tests, including concrete strength, soil test and foundation stability test. A comprehensive report for the rehabilitation of the bridge is in its final stage. It is likely to be given in a week, he said. Once the report is submitted to the Union Ministry of Road Transportation, funds for rehabilitation will be allotted and the repair work will begin, he said. However, K Banumathi, an Authoor resident, said the union government had been lethargic in expediting the restoration of the bridge. Commuting over the old bridge, which is smaller in size, has been risking the lives of many. During the festival at Thiruchendur Murugan temple and Kulasekarapattinam Dasara festival, people find it very hard to travel on the narrow stretch, she said.
CHENNAI: The rain poured heavily outside, drumming against the windows in a relentless rhythm. Inside the auditorium, however, the air was alive with the sound of nadaswaram.The vidwans, poised with their instruments, played with a serene intensity. The Brahma Gana Sabha commenced its 23rd Edition of the December Art Festival on Thursday at the Dakshinamurthy Auditorium, Chennai. The festival, a highlight of Chennais cultural calendar, celebrated the vibrancy of classical arts, honouring stalwarts across music, dance, and theatre. This year, the festival was graced by Sandhya Purecha, chairman of the Sangeet Natak Akademi, as the chief guest. Addressing the gathering, she said, It is an honour to stand before you all today as we celebrate this grand season, a hallmark of Chennais cultural landscape. Brahma Gana Sabha continues to attract audiences and artistes worldwide, showcasing both legendary masters and promising new talents. The legacy of cultural institutions like Brahma Gana Sabha deserves commendation for their commitment to preserving our heritage and promoting the arts. The merging of diverse artistic traditions in this festival showcases our nations shared cultural ethos, reminding us of the deep interconnectedness of our cultural roots. Nalli Kuppuswami Chetti, president of the Sabha, and a patron of the arts, commended Brahma Gana Sabhas consistent efforts in promoting excellence, and said, It is a privilege to see the Sangeetha Padhmam Awards being conferred upon such accomplished artistes. We are deeply honoured by Dr Sandhya Purechas presence, which makes this event even more special. The highlight of the evening was the conferring of the Padhmam Awards, celebrating the contributions of four artistes Gaana Padhmam: Suguna Varadachari, Vaadhya Padhmam: A Kanyakumari, Naatya Padhmam: Parvathi Ravi Ghantasala, Naataka Padhmam: CV Chandramohan. They were felicitated by musician Radha Bhaskar. With performances and accolades setting the tone, the festival promises to continue its legacy.
Tamil Nadu Braces for More Rain as IMD Issues Heavy Rainfall Alert
Tamil Nadu continues to face relentless rainfall, leading to severe waterlogging in several areas, particularly in Thoothukudi and its surrounding regions. Streets in localities like Postal Telegram Colony, Rajiv Nagar, Rajagopal Nagar, Bharati Nagar, Amuda Nagar, KVK Nagar, and Asoke Nagar were submerged due to the heavy downpour. Heavy Rainfall Forecast Until December 18 The India Meteorological Department (IMD) in Chennai has predicted more rainfall across various parts of Tamil Nadu until December 18. Heavy rain is expected to lash isolated places in districts like Tenkasi, Virudhunagar, Thoothukudi, Tirunelveli, and Kanyakumari. Additionally, Kerala and the Lakshadweep region are also likely to witness heavy rainfall. Cyclonic Circulation Over Andaman Sea According to the IMD, a cyclonic circulation over the Andaman Sea and adjoining areas was observed on Saturday. This weather system is expected to develop into a low-pressure area over the southeast Bay of Bengal by Sunday. Meteorologists anticipate the system will intensify further and move west-northwest towards the Tamil Nadu coast, potentially exacerbating the rainfall. Rainfall Predictions for the Coming Days Monday, December 16: Light to moderate rainfall is expected to occur in several areas across Tamil Nadu, including coastal and interior regions, as well as in the Union Territories of Puducherry and Karaikal. Residents in these areas are advised to prepare for intermittent showers, which could vary in intensity and cause minor disruptions in daily activities. Tuesday, December 17: Widespread light to moderate rainfall is expected in coastal Tamil Nadu and scattered regions of interior Tamil Nadu. Thunderstorms accompanied by lightning may occur in isolated areas. Districts such as Ramanathapuram, Pudukkottai, Thanjavur, Tiruvarur, Nagapattinam, and Mayiladuthurai, along with Karaikal, may experience heavy rainfall. Wednesday, December 18: Heavy to very heavy rainfall is forecasted in districts including Nagapattinam, Tiruvarur, Cuddalore, and Mayiladuthurai. Additional regions such as Ariyalur, Thanjavur, Perambalur, Pudukkottai, Tiruchirappalli, Villuppuram, Chengalpattu, and Kallakurichi, as well as Puducherry, may also experience heavy rain. Precautionary Measures Authorities and residents in the affected areas are advised to stay alert and take necessary precautions. The persistent rain could lead to further waterlogging, disruption of daily activities, and potential damage to infrastructure. Emergency teams are on standby to address any critical situations arising from the severe weather conditions.
30 NCC Kerala cadets embark on coastal sailing expedition
KOCHI: Thirty cadets from the National Cadet Corps (NCC) Kerala and Lakshadweep Directorate on Wednesday embarked on an extraordinary coastal sailing expedition aboard the Indian Navys sail training vessel, INS Tarangini. The voyage will see the crew navigate the serene yet challenging waters of the western coastline, before turning at Kanyakumari and heading to Chennai, the final point of this leg. The cadets will also serve as ambassadors of the message, spreading awareness about Indias strides in maritime development. The expedition is expected to conclude on December 17.
Olive Ridley turtle nests found on Tirunelveli, Kanyakumari coastlines
Indian Accent Pops Up in Hyderabad
Hyderabad: The Westin Hyderabad Mindspace is excited to present a one-of-a-kind culinary experience with Indian Accent, renowned for its innovative modern Indian cuisine. On December 14th & 15th, 2024, this exclusive pop-up will bring the restaurants globally celebrated flavours to Hyderabad. Indian Accent, in association with The Westin Hyderabad Mindspace, promises a dining experience that celebrates excellence and creativity like never before. Nestled in the heart of Hyderabads thriving business and IT hub, The Westin Hyderabad Mindspace is a luxurious haven that blends sophistication with serene comfort. Adding to its repertoire of fine dining experiences is Kangan, its signature restaurant that celebrates the rich culinary traditions of the North-West Frontier. Popularly known for its opulent dining affair immersed in the rich tapestry of regional flavors, Kangan is all set for its guests to embark on a gastronomic adventure with this special pop-up that will feature Indian Accent's signature dishes. Doda Burfi Treacle Tart (Photo by arrangement) The Indian Accent menu is a testament to the restaurant's mastery of combining traditional Indian flavors with contemporary techniques. The specially curated menu for this pop-up will feature signature dishes like tofu medu vadai with madras gunpowder and sambar cream, arbi galawat with crispy sevai and barberry chutney, ker sangar paneer with Rajasthani papad kadhi, and beet and peanut butter chop, kasundi cream, beetroot crisps. Non-vegetarian offerings include kanyakumari crab, telicherry pepper; duck shaami, crispy sevai, barberry chutney, and meetha achaar pork ribs with dried mango and sour apple. Desserts include daulat ki chaat, rose petal chikki, roasted almonds, doda barfi treacle tart, and vanilla bean ice cream. Daulat Ki Chaat (Photo by arrangement) Says Shantanu Mehrotra, Executive Chef, Indian Accent: As we take Indian Accents signature modern Indian cuisine on this multi-city journey, Im thrilled to bring our unique approach to new cities and share the creativity and flavors that define our food. Each pop-up offers a chance to connect with guests in a fresh, exciting way, and we look forward to bringing this experience to Hyderabad. Indulge in an unforgettable dining experience where tradition meets innovation, and every dish tells a story of culinary excellence. Event Details: Dates: Saturday, December 14th & Sunday, December 15th, 2024.
Vidwan Bharat Sundar Shines in Concert at Kalasagarams 57th Annual Festival
Hyderabad: The city witnessed a brilliant vocal concert as part of Kalasagarams 57th annual festival of music, dance and drama by Carnatic vocalist Vidwan Bharat Sundar from Chennai, who has many accolades to his credit including the best concert award from Madras Music Academy and the Carnatic Music Idol title. He started the concert with a brisk Nattakurinji varnam in second speed. Then came the beautiful Guruleka in Gowrimanohari. The Kalpana swaras were a prelude. Next came G.N. Balasubramaniams Sivanandha Kamavardhani in Kamavardhini ragam with alapana. Sunder performed the neraval at Bhavani Pavani. Shyama Sastrys Maayammaa was presented neatly in Chouka kalam. The next item was a bhava-laden Indha Thiruvadivam by Neelakanta Sivan in Vasantha. The Kambodhi raga alapana left the audience spellbound. A pleasant kriti of Thyagaraja, Sri Raghuvara Aprameya, was the main piece. With a quick swara kalpana and awesome thani avarthanam by Delhi Sairam on the mridangam and Shyamkumar on kanjira, Sunder moved to a detailed Shanmughapriya Ragam Tanam Pallavi (RTP), Nee Mahima Ganimpa Tharama Gajaraja Gamani Shankari in Tisra Jathi Thriputa Thalam. Sunder took the Suruti and Kapi also in RTP which was captivating. Next came Dr M. Balamuralikrishnas Marulu Konnane Saki Ninnu in Jenjjutti. He concluded the concert with Dwijavanthi thillana, making a mark and delighting the audience. Before the concert, Sundar gave away prizes to the winners of the Kalasagaram music competitions, including three tamburas. The Kalaimamani A. Kanyakumari Award was presented to Peri Thyagaraju for excellence in the field of violin.
Two IS sympathisers assault warders, try to escape from Coimbatore jail
COIMBATORE: Two alleged Islamic State (IS) sympathisers lodged in Coimbatore Central Prison tried to escape from the facility after allegedly assaulting the jail warders on Friday morning. The prisoners, identified as M Asif Mustaheen (32) from Manickampalayam in Erode and A Abdul Shameem (34) from Kalkulam in Kanniyakumari, have been booked under BNS of 296 (b), 115 (2), 262, 121 (1) and 351 (3) by the Race Course police following a complaint filed by the jailer of Coimbatore central prison, P Manoranjitham. Sources said Mustaheen had approached prison warders around 6.50 am seeking their help to meet another warder who handles prisoner cash property (PCP). When the warders were making arrangements for the meeting, Mustaheen allegedly walked out of the 10th block, where he was lodged, and moved towards the main gate. In the meantime, Shameem, lodged in 11th block, also came out of the facility and tried to escape through the main gate. Both the prisoners also had assaulted the warders who tried to stop them. Mustaheen has been languishing in the prison since July 2022 after NIA arrested him for allegedly supporting IS. Shameem was involved in the killing of a sub inspector of police on January 8, 2020, along Thowfiq, 27, from Kanyakumari district.
Train from Kashmir to Kanyakumari
Avinaash Mehra The difference between the impossible and the possible lies in ones determination. The dream of much anticipated Udhampur-Srinagar Baramulla Railway Link Project is coming true by couple of weeks.The project is being constructed by Indian Railways as National Project in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir since 2002. The Railway Board, Government of India has entrusted the construction of section of Katra-Dharam section project to KRCL and Dharam-Baramulla to IRCON International limited through Northern Railway. The project [] The post Train from Kashmir to Kanyakumari appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Expedite land acquisition for pending rail projects: Vaishnaw tells Kerala CM
New Delhi: Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has shot off a letter to Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, asking him to expedite land acquisition for pending rail projects in the state. Vaishnaw said the Kerala government was able to acquire only 64 hectares against the required 470 hectares despite the Centre making a payment of Rs 2,100 crore for the purpose. He said the Centre had deposited Rs 282 crore with the Kerala government for acquisition of land for the Angamali-Sabarimala new railway line project. According to the minister, the total land required for the project was 416 hectares, whereas the state government acquired only 24 hectares. For the Thiruvananthapuram-Kanyakumari doubling project alone, 33 of the 40 hectares required had been acquired using Rs 1,312 crore allocated by the Railways. In October, Vijayan met Vaishnaw to push for faster execution of track-doubling projects and the Angamali-Sabarimala project. The other projects for which land acquisition is pending are Ernakulam-Kumbalam doubling and Kumbalam-Turavur doubling. I would request you to issue suitable instructions to the concerned officers to expedite the process of land acquisition so that execution of the above projects can be taken up, Vaishnaw said. Currently, railway infrastructure projects costing Rs 12,350 crore are in progress in Kerala and the highest-ever budget outlay of Rs 3,011 crore has been allotted for the 2024-25 fiscal, the Union minister said.
With cases dragging on, many former left-wing extremists question point of rehabilitation package
Kanyakumari has been languishing in jail since June 2017, when she accepted the policy to return to the mainstream. The former naxals regret their decision and argue that the way the government treated them discouraged active Maoists to accept the policy
Weather Alert: School Closures in Tamil Nadu as Monsoon Rains Intensify
Heavy Rains in Tamil Nadu Lead to School Closures in 5 Districts - Safety Guidelines Issued Heavy rains have hit Tamil Nadu as the northeast monsoon intensifies, leading to school closures in five districts. Authorities are on high alert as the state faces continuous downpours, disrupting daily activities. Schools in Ramanathapuram, Thoothukudi, Tirunelveli, Tenkasi, and Tiruvarur districts have been closed today due to the ongoing heavy rainfall. Additionally, the Kanyakumari district, including Kanniyakumari and Pechiparai areas, has also seen school closures. Earlier this week, on November 19, school closures were also reported in the districts of Nagapattinam, Thoothukudi, and Karaikal. In Karaikal, both schools and colleges were closed, while in Thoothukudi, only schools were shut down. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a rain forecast for the next five days, predicting moderate rainfall along with thunderstorms and lightning in many regions. The IMD has specifically warned of continued heavy rain in the delta regions and urged residents to stay prepared for any disruptions. Southern and delta districts like Thanjavur, Nagapattinam, Tiruvarur, and Mayiladuthurai have already experienced significant rainfall, which has caused waterlogging on roads and affected daily life. Authorities are advising residents to exercise caution. In response to the heavy rains, district officials have implemented disaster management measures. Relief teams are being deployed to monitor flood-prone areas, and citizens are urged to stay away from waterlogged zones. Residents are also advised to stay updated on weather reports and follow safety guidelines to avoid further disruption. As the monsoon continues to impact Tamil Nadu, it is crucial for everyone to remain alert, informed, and prepared to ensure their safety during this challenging weather period. Heavy Rainfall Forecast in Tamil Nadu: IMD Issues Alert for Chennai and Other Districts Heavy Rain Predicted for Chennai and Tamil Nadu: IMD Issues Alerts Across Districts
Rahul Gandhi says Modi is losing memory like Biden
Mumbai: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Saturday continued his attack against the BJP and RSS claiming that the Hindutva organisations are working to destroy the Constitution of India. Addressing an election rally at Amravati, Mr. Gandhi asked whether the saffron party was protecting the Constitution when it stole the state government by purchasing MLAs. He also claimed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is suffering from memory loss like former United States President Joe Biden. Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, who addressed a rally at Shirdi, challenged Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union home minister Amit Shah to publicly commit to conducting a caste census. The Congress party considers the Constitution as the countrys DNA, while for the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) it is a blank book, Mr. Gandhi said in an apparent reference to the BJPs allegation that Congress leaders distributed blank books as Constitution of India in Maharashtra during the Assembly election campaign. The Congress leader addressed the rally to campaign for Maha Vikas Aghadi candidates contesting the Assembly election. Maharashtra will vote for 288 Assembly seats in a single phase on November 20. The counting of votes will take place three days later. Maha Vikas Aghadis campaign that the BJP wants to change the Constitution had helped the opposition alliance during the Lok Sabha election. MVA had won 29 out of 48 Lok Sabha seats in the state. Reiterating that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his party has no respect for the Constitution, the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha said, Nowhere in the Constitution it is written that governments can be toppled by purchasing MLAs as was done in Maharashtra and Rs 16 lakh crore debt of top businessmen can be waived. Taking a dig at PM Modi, Mr. Gandhi said, My sister told me that these days Mr. Modi was speaking about the same issue that I have been raising. I have been saying that the BJP is attacking the Constitution. The PM came to know that the people are very angry about it. So now he is claiming that the Congress is attacking the Constitution. I told him in the Lok Sabha that the 50 per cent cap on reservation should be removed. Now he is saying that I am against reservations. The former President of America used to forget and he had to be reminded from behind. The President of Ukraine came and the President of America said that Russian President Putin had come. He had lost his memory. Similarly, our Prime Minister is losing his memory. I told Mr. Modi to do a caste census. The country should know how many Dalits, Adivasis and OBCs are there. In the next meeting, he will say I am against the caste census. he added. Addressing a public rally at Shirdi, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra said her brother has been demanding caste census in order to give justice to all communities. She said, The BJP claims my brother is against reservation. This is the same person who walked from Manipur to Mumbai demanding justice. He walked from Kanyakumari to Kashmir demanding a caste census. They spread lies because they are scared. How can we allocate reservations effectively without knowing the population composition of each caste? Ms. Gandhi Vadra challenged PM Modi to announce publicly that a caste census conducted and the 50 per cent cap on reservation will be removed. ReplyForward Add reaction
PM Modi, Shah spreading lies that Rahul Gandhi is against reservation, alleges Priyanka
Shirdi: Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Saturday accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Minister Amit Shah of spreading lies about her brother Rahul Gandhi that he is against reservation. She said these leaders are scared of Rahul Gandhi because he wants a caste census to be conducted in the country. Addressing a poll rally in the temple town of Shirdi in Ahilyanagar district of Maharashtra, she said projects worth Rs 10 lakh crore were snatched away from Maharashtra. All of us are proud of Maharashtra. But in this land, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is being insulted...you people are being insulted. All these leaders, including Modi ji, take his (Shivaji Maharaj) name, but they do not respect him, Gandhi alleged. PM laid a foundation for Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's statue but later stopped the work, she said, apparently referring to the warrior king's proposed memorial in the Arabian Sea off Mumbai. The statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj outside Parliament was removed. The statue installed in Sindhudurg, collapsed as corruption took place in its construction. What is the point of taking the name of the legendary king if you want to insult that person, she said. She challenged PM Modi to announce publicly that a caste census was conducted and the 50 percent cap on reservation would be removed. But they say from the public platform that my brother is against reservation. The person, who traversed from Manipur to Mumbai carrying out Nyaya Yatra, about him you are saying that he is against reservation. They tell lies from public platforms as they know that the person traveled from Kanyakumari to Kashmir seeking justice and seeking caste census. Gandhi added that PM Modi always takes the name of Shiv Sena founder Bal Thackeray. Yes, our ideologies (Congress and Shiv Sena's) were different...Yes, our political thinking was different... But neither Balasaheb Thackeray nor any leader from the Congress and Rahul ji would tolerate the insult of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, she said.
PM serving interests of billionaires at expense of poor, alleges Rahul Gandhi
JHARKHAND: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of serving the interests of billionaires at the expense of the country's poor. Gandhi, who addressed two election rallies in Jharkhand during the day, also charged Modi with seeking to destroy the Constitution which is the soul of the country. The Congress leader claimed that while the opposition INDIA bloc was fighting to protect the Constitution, the BJP was trying to dump it in the trash bin. PM Modi says Rahul is flashing a red book. Its content is important, not the colour. Had you read it, you would not have been spreading hatred and dividing society, Gandhi said in a rally in Godda district. It is a fight of ideology between the INDIA bloc and BJP-RSS. We are protecting the Constitution and BJP-RSS is trying to dump it in the trash bin. They are spreading violence and trying to divide society on the basis of caste, creed and religion, he alleged. Addressing another rally at Bermo in Bokaro district, Gandhi accused Prime Minister Modi of seeking to destroy the Constitution which is the soul of the country. The Constitution is the soul of the country. Prime Minister Modi says it is blank inside. Look at this, it has contents. He says Rahul shows a red book; its content is important and not the colour, he said, displaying a copy of the constitution. The BJP has been accusing the Congress leader of displaying a fake copy of the constitution with blank pages at an event in Maharashtra recently. PM Modi wants to destroy the constitution, but no power can do it, he said. Maintaining that he was not afraid of Modi or his 56-inch chest, Gandhi alleged: He is a puppet of billionaires. The former Congress president accused the PM of giving lessons to people during the day, while enjoying the weddings of industrialists at night. Gandhi claimed that the Uddhav Thackeray-led government in Maharashtra was toppled to grab land. He alleged that Modi was trying to hand over land worth Rs 1 lakh crore in Mumbai's Dharavi to an industrialist. The Prime Minister worked for the welfare of billionaires in the country and privatised institutions, colleges, industries, hospitals and ports, Gandhi claimed. He handed over the country's wealth to 25 capitalists. PM Modi waived Rs 16 lakh crore of debt of industrialists but did not do anything for the poor people, farmers and Dalits, Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha said. PM Modi rendered the country's youths unemployed through GST and demonetisation, he alleged. Gandhi said that though PM Modi speaks of his respect for the poor, but does not waive the farm loans. Advocating for the need for a nationwide caste census, the Congress leader claimed that it would change the face of India. The caste census would reveal positions of tribals, Dalits and OBCs in various institutions, he said. The Congress, if voted to power, will ensure caste census and remove the 50 per cent cap on the reservation, Gandhi said. If we are voted to power in Jharkhand, we will raise the reservation of STs to 28 per cent from the present 26 per cent, SCs to 12 per cent from the 10 per cent at present and OBCs to 27 per cent from the existing 14 per cent, he said. Gandhi further alleged that Scheduled Tribes (STs), Scheduled Castes (SCs), and Other Backward Classes (OBCs) constitute 90 per cent of India's population, but they are not represented in government institutions. He also targeted the BJP over the arrest of JMM leader Hemant Soren, and said, A tribal CM elected by you was put behind the bars in Jharkhand. Accusing the BJP of spreading hate and violence, Gandhi said it can be eliminated through love. Ours is a 'mohabbat ki dukan' (shop of love), they have 'nafrat ka bazar' (market of hatred), he said asserting that he undertook a 4,000-km padyatra from Kashmir to Kanyakumari to spread the message of love because BJP's hatred and divisive policies could be won by love only. Meanwhile, Gandhi was delayed for the second meeting at Bermo as his helicopter, which was supposed to take him back after addressing an election rally, was grounded for about two hours, prompting allegations from the Congress that it was politically motivated. Our leader Rahul Gandhi's helicopter was not allowed to take off for about two hours, posing a grave threat to his life. This was a security lapse at the behest of the Centre, state minister Deepika Pandey Singh alleged. Officials said the delay was on account of the region's airspace being declared as a o-flying zone after Prime Minister Narendra Modi was stranded in Jharkhand's Deoghar airport for nearly two hours after his special IAF aircraft developed a technical snag. The PM visited Jamui to attend a function marking the 150th birth anniversary of tribal leader Birsa Munda, celebrated as Janjatiya Gaurav Divas.
Step Back In Time As Kanyakumari's Govt Museum Reveals The Region's Rich Past
The museum showcases the pre-independence history of the Kanyakumari district, the history of the Kumari Kandam, the Travancore princely state and rare wartime weapons used at Vattakottai Fort.
Heavy Rainfall Forecast in Tamil Nadu: IMD Issues Alert for Chennai and Other Districts
Tamil Nadu, including its capital Chennai, has been witnessing continuous heavy rainfall in recent days, and the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast more rain for Thursday and Friday. The Regional Meteorological Centre predicts that while Chennai will experience moderate rain through Thursday, some areas may face heavy downpours. Will Schools in Chennai Be Closed? Despite the ongoing rains and weather warnings, schools in Chennai are set to remain open on Thursday, November 14. There are no holidays declared for schools and educational institutions in the city due to the weather. IMD's Rainfall Alert for Tamil Nadu The latest bulletin from the IMD indicates that 23 districts in Tamil Nadu, including Puducherry, Cuddalore, Chengalpattu, Kancheepuram, Kallakuruchi, Tiruvannamalai, Mayiladuthurai, Pudukkottai, Nagapattinam, Thanjavur, Tiruvarur, Ariyalur, Perambalur, Villupuram, Sivaganga, Madurai, Virudhunagar, Tenkasi, Ramanathapuram, Thoothukudi, Tirunelveli, Kanyakumari, and Karaikal, are likely to experience heavy rainfall at isolated places on Thursday. In addition to Tamil Nadu, heavy rain is also expected in Kerala, Mahe, Puducherry, Karaikal, coastal Andhra Pradesh, Yanam, and southern Karnataka. Cause of the Heavy Rain The heavy rainfall is being caused by a low-pressure system over the southwest Bay of Bengal. This system is moving closer to the Tamil Nadu coast, resulting in increased rain across the central and southern parts of the state. The rain is expected to continue until around November 16. Heavy Rain Predicted for Chennai and Tamil Nadu: IMD Issues Alerts Across Districts
Nasiks Vaibhav begins Run from Kashmir to Kanyakumari
Excelsior Sports Correspondent SRINAGAR, Nov 11: Renowned pediatrician Dr. Riaz Sofi flagged off 26-year-old athlete Vaibhav Walmik Shinde from Nasik, Maharashtra, at Lal Chowk, marking the start of his ambitious attempt to break the Guinness World Record for running from Kashmir to Kanyakumari (K2K). Starting at 7:50 am from the iconic Clock Tower, Vaibhav aims to cover 3,600 km in 45-46 days, running 90 km each day. His first destination is Banihal. Vaibhav, who has been getting training for the [] The post Nasiks Vaibhav begins Run from Kashmir to Kanyakumari appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
BJP burnt Manipur, attempted to divide people across India on religious lines, alleges Rahul
Lohardaga: In a no-holds-barred attack on the BJP, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday accused the saffron party of burning Manipur and making attempts to divide people across the country on religious lines. He also alleged that the saffron party deprived 90 per cent of the nation's population of their due rights and benefits. The BJP burnt Manipur and attempted to divide people on religious lines. It incited Hindus, Muslims, Christians and Sikhs against each other. In recently held Haryana elections, the BJP incited Jats against non-Jats...It is the character of the BJP, Gandhi alleged while addressing an election rally in Lohardaga. The Congress leader also claimed that he undertook a 4,000-km padyatra from Kashmir to Kanyakumari to spread the message of love and to open 'nafrat ke bazar me Mohabbat ki dukan' (to open shops of love in the market of hatred). When I raise my voice for tribals and Dalits, the BJP accuses me of dividing India. I am here to unite and strengthen India. If I am wrong for raising the voice for 90 per cent of India's population, which constitutes tribals, Dalits and OBCs, for their participation in governance, I will continue to do so, Gandhi claimed. He alleged that the BJP waived loans of 25 capitalists worth Rs 16 lakh crore but blamed the Congress for easing farmers' debts to the tune of Rs 72,000 crore during the UPA regime. Did the BJP government waive any loan of Jharkhand farmers?...No because you are tribals, Dalits and OBCs. The BJP will never waive your debts because it waives debts of capitalists, he alleged. This was Gandhi's second visit to Jharkhand after the announcement of the assembly polls. The elections will be held in two phases on November 13 and 20, and the counting of votes will take place on November 23.
Caste census to make resources available equally to all sections: Bhatti
Hyderabad: The crucial meeting to discuss caste census survey in Telangana will become a golden letter day in the history of India, said Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka Mallu here on Tuesday. Speaking at the meeting to deliberate on caste census at Gandhi auditorium at Bowenpally in Secunderabad, Bhatti said that the decision on caste census was taken after Congress partys beloved leader Rahul Gandhi was convinced during his padayatra from Kashmir to Kanyakumari by interacting with people from all sections of society. He firmly believed that the caste census was the only way to make available the nation's resources and assets equally to all sections of society and to render justice to all. Bhatti recalled that Rahul Gandhi had predicted before general elections that Congress would assume power in Telangana and announced that the caste census would commence from here itself. From the day Congress came into power in Telangana, Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy and the entire Cabinet started working on giving a shape and direction to Rahul Gandhis thoughts and ideas on conducting caste census in the country, he said. The first step was to pass a unanimous resolution on caste census in the State Assembly, then issuing a GO based on the Assembly resolution through the Planning department to bring it into the public domain. Today, Rahul Gandhi is holding discussions with intellectuals, social scientists of Telangana society to decide what questions to be included in the caste census survey to cover all categories of people and what type of information should be elicited through the survey, Bhatti said. He also said that meetings were already held with key leaders of the Congress on caste census at Gandhi Bhavan. As per instructions of PCC President B Mahesh Kumar Goud, the District Congress Committees met and gathered information at the district level. As part of this process, suggestions and views of intellectuals will be taken and Rahul Gandhi's ideas and opinions on the subject will be understood to frame and finalise questions in caste census surveys to collect comprehensive information, Bhatti added.
Sat Sharma, Mahant Rohit Shastri, Prajapati call on LG
Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Nov 3: Sat Sharma, President BJP J&K, along with Sunil Sharma, Member of Legislative Assembly from Paddar- Nagseni constituency today called on Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha at Raj Bhawan. Mahant Rohit Shastri, President, Shri Kailakh Jyotish and Vedic Sansthan also today called on Lieutenant Governor. Subsequently, Neeraj Kumar Prajapati, popularly known as The Bicycle Man of India also called on Lieutenant Governor and briefed him about his 4,200-kilometer cycle ride from Kashmir to Kanyakumari to promote millets [] The post Sat Sharma, Mahant Rohit Shastri, Prajapati call on LG appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Chennai: The Thamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK), led by actor Vijay, on Sunday criticised the BJP governments push for one nation, one election as anti-democratic and accused the DMK government of evading the caste census issue. In its first executive committee meeting, presided over by Vijay, TVK also demanded the revival of the Sri Lankan Tamils issue in the states political agenda and asserted that the Centre had no authority to interfere in Tamil Nadus matters. The TVK condemned the Centres attempt to introduce one nation, one election, labelling it a direct threat to democracy. A resolution highlighted that while the DMK claims to follow the path of social justice, it has been evasive about conducting a caste survey, blaming the Union government instead. The party insisted on completing the caste survey within Tamil Nadu. Another resolution addressed attempts to saffronise Tamil heritage by misrepresenting figures like Thiruvalluvar and distinguishing between Thamizhagam and Tamil Nadu. TVK emphasised that linguistic rights are paramount for Tamil Nadu and vowed not to compromise on preserving the mother tongue. The party dismissed the Union governments ambition to impose a third language in Tamil Nadu, asserting that such efforts would fail given the regions strong cultural and linguistic identity. TVK called for a referendum among Sri Lankan Tamils to achieve a permanent solution to their issues, aligning with the Tamil Nadu Assemblys unanimous resolution from 2011 during J. Jayalalithaas tenure as Chief Minister. The party urged that the Union governments foreign policy regarding Sri Lanka should be formulated in consultation with the Tamil Nadu government. Addressing local issues, TVK opposed the acquisition of farmers' land by NLC India Limited, demanding employment for the heirs of those who relinquished land and the regularisation of contract workers. The party also criticised the DMK for failing to implement monthly electricity billing as promised, noting that only power tariffs have increased. In a bid to celebrate Tamil heritage, TVK appealed to the state government to build a large exhibition hall showcasing the legacy of Tamil kings from the Chera, Chola, and Pandya dynasties. The party opposed any Union government attempts to establish a mine in Kanyakumari and highlighted that attacks on Tamil Nadu fishermen by the Sri Lankan navy intensified after the cessation of the Katchatheevu islet to Sri Lanka. TVK stressed the importance of adhering to international laws in handling fishermen crossing sea boundaries. The party also opposed the Wakf Amendment Bill, 2024, stating it infringes on Muslim rights and disrupts the federal structure of the country. TVK accused the DMK of deceiving the public by promising to abolish NEET and urged the Union government to transfer education from the concurrent to the state list to facilitate the removal of NEET in Tamil Nadu. Commending the state governments recognition of Thagaisal Thamizhar Virudhu and appreciating the Union governments establishment of a rocket launch port at Kulasekarapattinam, TVK also called for the initiation of metro rail projects in Coimbatore and opposed land acquisition for the Parandur airport. The party condemned the DMK government for failing to maintain law and order, noting an increase in illicit liquor sales and youth drug addiction. TVK advocated for the closure of Tasmac shops, attributing them to social insecurity and rising crime, and suggested finding alternative revenue sources. Embracing the legacy of Dravidar Kazhagam founder E.V.R. Periyar, TVK committed to policies promoting women's education, social reforms, social justice, and rationalism. The party pledged to uphold the honest administration and secular principles championed by former Chief Minister K. Kamaraj and continue B.R. Ambedkars fight against caste oppression and for communal representation. TVK emphasized its intention to transcend specific identities, fostering unity and social harmony among the people.
St. Josephs University NCC cadets cycle 650 km from Bengaluru to Kanyakumari in 45 hours
The achievement is being touted as a first in the history of the NCC
Five killed, 12 injured in accidents in MP's Betul district
Betul (MP): Five persons were killed and 12 injured in separate accidents involving heavy vehicles in Madhya Pradesh's Betul district, police said on Sunday. Two persons died, and 12 sustained injuries when a tractor-tractor transporting them overturned near Hanuman Dol on Betul-Parasia Road around 7 am on Sunday, an official said. Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) Kamla Joshi said the victims were labourers returning home to their village from Betul railway station in a tractor-trolley. The vehicle overturned, killing two of them, she said, adding that the injured were taken to a hospital. The official said the labourers had travelled to Betul from Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadu, where they had gone to work in a factory a month ago. District Collector Narendra Raghuvanshi said there were 21 persons on the tractor-trolley, all residents of Bakud and Dulara villages in Ghoradongri tehsil, who returned from Kanyakumari for the festive season. He said one of three critically injured persons was referred to Bhopal for further treatment. In another accident in the district, three persons were killed when a truck hit their two-wheeler on Betul-Athner road around 11 pm on Saturday, police said. The accident occurred near Bharkawadi village, around 10 km from the district headquarters, said Anjana Dhurve, the in-charge of Betul Bazar police station. A truck transporting fertiliser hit the two-wheeler, and the injured men were rushed to the hospital, where doctors declared them dead, she said. The official said the victims were identified as Vijay (35), Krishna Dhurve (20) and Raghunath Sareyam (38). A case was registered against the truck driver who fled from the spot, leaving the vehicle behind, she said.
Court orders Tamil Nadu police officers to appear in Ambalamukku murder case trial
A private nursery employee was murdered at Ambalamukku and her necklace stolen allegedly by a Kanyakumari native
Cycling enthusiast from Mysuru pedals from Srinagar to Kanyakumari in 10 days and 15 hours
Cyclone Dana Effect: 198 Trains Cancelled on Oct 23, 24, 25
BHUBANESWAR: Due to the impending landfall of Cyclone Dana on October 24-25, 2024, a total of 198 trains95 up and 103 down trainshave been canceled for October 23, 24, and 25. The East Coast Railway (ECoR) has issued a bulletin outlining the cancellations, which include major trains such as the Howrah-Secunderabad Express, Shalimar-Puri Super Fast Express, New Delhi-Bhubaneswar Express, Howrah-Bhubaneswar Express, and many others. These cancellations affect various trains traveling to and from major hubs like Secunderabad, Bhubaneswar, Chennai Central, and Howrah. The full list of cancelled trains provides details on specific routes and dates for both up and down directions. This disruption is a preventive measure to ensure the safety of passengers and railway infrastructure during the cyclones landfall. Passengers are advised to check for further updates and make alternative travel arrangements accordingly. Here is the detailed list of cancelled trains: Down Trains 1. Train No. 17016: Secunderabad to Bhubaneswar 23.10.2024 2. Train No. 12840: Chennai Central to Howrah 23.10.2024 3. Train No. 12868: Puducherry to Howrah 23.10.2024 4. Train No. 22826: Chennai Central to Shalimar 23.10.2024 5. Train No. 12897: Puducherry to Bhubaneswar 23.10.2024 6. Train No. 18464: SBC to Bhubaneswar 23.10.2024 7. Train No. 08442: Brahmapur to Bhubaneswar 24.10.2024 8. Train No. 20842: Visakhapatnam to Bhubaneswar (VB) 24.10.2024 9. Train No. 22874: Visakhapatnam to Digha 24.10.2024 10. Train No. 18118: Gunupur to Rourkela 24.10.2024 11. Train No. 11019: CSURATM to Bhubaneswar 23.10.2024 12. Train No. 22820: Visakhapatnam to Bhubaneswar 24.10.2024 13. Train No. 08532: Visakhapatnam to Brahmapur 24.10.2024 14. Train No. 12509: Bangalore to Guwahati 23.10.2024 15. Train No. 12842: Chennai Central to Howrah 24.10.2024 16. Train No. 22808: Chennai Central to Santragachhi 24.10.2024 17. Train No. 15227: Bangalore to Muzaffarpur 24.10.2024 18. Train No. 18046: Hyderabad to Howrah 23.10.2024 19. Train No. 20838: Junagarh Road to Bhubaneswar 24.10.2024 20. Train No. 22503: Kanyakumari to Dibrugarh 23.10.2024 21. Train No. 22973: Gandhidham to Puri 23.10.2024 22. Train No. 20807: Visakhapatnam to ASR 25.10.2024 23. Train No. 18448: Jagdalpur to Bhubaneswar 24.10.2024 24. Train No. 08534: Palasa to Cuttack 24.10.2024 25. Train No. 08422: Gunupur to Cuttack 25.10.2024 26. Train No. 06095: Tambaram to Santragachhi 24.10.2024 27. Train No. 12246: Bangalore to Howrah 24.10.2024 28. Train No. 12704: Secunderabad to Howrah 23.10.2024 29. Train No. 08444: Palasa to Bhubaneswar 24.10.2024 30. Train No. 22888: Bangalore to Howrah 23.10.2024 31. Train No. 03429: Secunderabad to Malda Town 23.10.2024 32. Train No. 12864: Yesvantpur to Howrah 23.10.2024 33. Train No. 18418: Gunupur to Puri 24.10.2024 34. Train No. 06087: Tirunelveli to Shalimar 23.10.2024 35. Train No. 08412: Bhubaneswar to Baleswar 24.10.2024 36. Train No. 02832: Bhubaneswar to Dhanbad 24.10.2024 37. Train No. 12074: Bhubaneswar to Howrah 25.10.2024 38. Train No. 12893: Bhubaneswar to Sonepur 25.10.2024 39. Train No. 22823: Bhubaneswar to New Delhi Rajdhani 25.10.2024 40. Train No. 08441: Bhubaneswar to Brahmapur 24.10.2024 41. Train No. 09059: Surat to Brahmapur 23.10.2024 42. Train No. 18419: Puri to Jayanagar 24.10.2024 43. Train No. 18304: Puri to Sambalpur 24.10.2024 44. Train No. 12892: Puri to Bangiriposi 24.10.2024 45. Train No. 08428: Puri to Angul 24.10.2024 46. Train No. 08414: Puri to Talcher 24.10.2024 47. Train No. 12843: Puri to Ahmedabad 24.10.2024 48. Train No. 08423: Puri to Daspalla 24.10.2024 49. Train No. 17479: Puri to TPTY 24.10.2024 50. Train No. 18425: Puri to Durg 24.10.2024 51. Train No. 22202: Puri to Sealdah 24.10.2024 52. Train No. 18421: Puro to Sonepur 24.10.2024 53. Train No. 12838: Puri to Howrah 24.10.2024 54. Train No. 18452: Puri to Hatia 24.10.2024 55. Train No. 18477: Puri to Rishikesh 24.10.2024 56. Train No. 12801: Puri to New Delhi 24.10.2024 57. Train No. 12896: Puri to Shalimar 24.10.2024 58. Train No. 18410: Puri to Shalimar 24.10.2024 59. Train No. 20823: Puri to Ajmer 24.10.2024 60. Train No. 08404: Puri to Khurda Road 24.10.2024 61. Train No. 18126: Puri to Rourkela 25.10.2024 62. Train No. 08475: Puri to Nizamuddin 25.10.2024 63. Train No. 20836 (VB): Puri to Rourkela 25.10.2024 64. Train No. 12278: Puri to Howrah 25.10.2024 65. Train No. 18416/18414: Puri to Barbil-Paradeep 25.10.2024 66. Train No. 08432: Puri to Cuttack 25.10.2024 67. Train No. 12822: Puri to Shalimar 25.10.2024 68. Train No. 12875: Puri to Anand Vihar 25.10.2024 69. Train No. 08410: Puri to Khurda Road 25.10.2024 70. Train No. 18417: Puri to Gunupur 25.10.2024 71. Train No. 18022: Khurda Road to Kharagpur 24.10.2024 72. Train No. 08456: Khurda Road to Kendujhargarh 24.10.2024 73. Train No. 08454: Cuttack to Bhadrak 25.10.2024 74. Train No. 08438: Cuttack to Bhadrak 25.10.2024 75. Train No. 18038: Jajpur Keonjhar Road to Kharagpur 25.10.2024 76. Train No. 08462: Paradeep to Cuttack 25.10.2024 77. Train No. 08406: Paradeep to Kendujhargarh 25.10.2024 78. Train No. 08408: Paradeep to Cuttack 25.10.2024 79. Train No. 08446: Paradeep to Cuttack 24.10.2024 80. Train No. 18044: Bhadrak to Howrah 25.10.2024 81. Train No. 08032: Bhadrak to Baleswar 25.10.2024 82. Train No. 08064: Bhadrak to Kharagpur 24.10.2024 83. Train No. 08522: Visakhapatnam to Gunupur 24.10.2024 84. Train No. 07470: Visakhapatnam to Palasa 24.10.2024 85. Train No. 12074: Bhubaneswar to Howrah 24.10.2024 86. Train No. 12822: Puri to Shalimar 24.10.2024 87. Train No. 12844: Ahmedabad to Puri 26.10.2024 88. Train No. 18424: Daspalla to Bhubaneswar 25.10.2024 89. Train No. 12278: Puri to Howrah 24.10.2024 90. Train No. 18418: Gunupur to Puri 25.10.2024 91. Train No. 08522: Visakhapatnam to Gunupur 25.10.2024 92. Train No. 18526: Visakhapatnam to Brahmapur 24.10.2024 93. Train No. 20836 (VB): Puri to Rourkela 24.10.2024 94. Train No. 22896 (VB): PURI to KOAA 25.10.24 95. Train No. 08012: DSPL to BBS 25.10.24 96. Train No. 03229: PURI to PNBE 25.10.24 97. Train No. 03102: RMM to BBS 25.10.24 98. Train No. 08416: BAM to TATA 24.10.24 & 25.10.24 99. Train No. 20892 (VB): PURI to HWH 25.10.24 100. Train No. 22840: PURI to VZM 24.10.24 & 25.10.24 101. Train No. 08442: BAM to BBS 25.10.24 102. Train No. 20895: BBS to ROU 24.10.24 103. 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How Agartala Observed Police Commemoration Day, Honoring the Sacrifice of 35,000 Officers
Agartala, Tripura: Police Commemoration Day was observed with respect at the Manoranjan Debbarma Smriti Stadium in A.D. Nagar Police Line, Agartala, to honor the sacrifices of police personnel across the country. Director General of Police (DGP) Amitabh Ranjan emphasized the significance of the day, stating, Since India's independence, nearly 35,000 police officers have laid down their lives to protect the nation's integrity and ensure peace in society. He expressed both pride and sorrow while remembering the officers who made the ultimate sacrifice for the nation. DGP Ranjan also highlighted the challenges faced by police officers nationwide, from Jammu and Kashmir to Kanyakumari, and from the Northeast to the Western Coast. We are prepared to sacrifice our lives to address any issues that arise, ensuring peace is restored and society functions smoothly, he said, reassuring the public of the police force's commitment. During the event, attendees reflected on the bravery and resilience of the police force, recognizing their continuous efforts to create a safer environment for all. Chief Secretary JK Sinha also paid tribute, saying, On this Police Commemoration Day, I express my heartfelt tribute to all the police personnel and security forces who have sacrificed their lives. I pray for strength for their families and all members of the police community to endure this difficult time. DGP Ranjan reiterated the importance of the day, stating, Today, we pay tribute to our police personnel. Since independence, nearly 35,000 individuals have given their lives for the nation, society, and the integrity of our country. We honor their memory with both pride and sorrow. He concluded by reaffirming the police force's dedication to maintaining peace and order. As you can see, peace is gradually returning, and everything is getting back on track, he said. Read More.... PM Modi Honors Police Bravery on Commemoration Day Police Commemoration Day 2024: Honoring the Courage and Sacrifice of Indias Police Forces Honoring Heroes: Police Commemoration Day on October 21 at the National Police Memorial
PM Modi Honors Police Bravery on Commemoration Day
New Delhi: On Police Commemoration Day, October 21, Prime Minister Narendra Modi recognized the bravery and sacrifices made by police personnel across the country. In a post on social media platform X, Modi wrote, Today, on Police Commemoration Day, we honour the bravery and sacrifice of our police personnel. Their unwavering dedication ensures the safety of our people. They exemplify courage and determination. Their proactive efforts and assistance during humanitarian challenges are equally commendable. Earlier, Union Home Minister Amit Shah addressed a gathering of senior officers, retired personnel, and families of police officers, affirming that the sacrifices of those who lost their lives in the line of duty will never be forgotten. We have been able to control terrorist activities in Jammu and Kashmir over the past decade, but the battle is not finished. We are committed to completely eliminating terrorism, drug trafficking, and other anti-India activities, Shah said. He highlighted the significant toll of police sacrifices, revealing that 36,468 police personnel from various forces have lost their lives while serving to protect the nation, which has contributed to the countrys development. Shah also noted that over 216 police personnel lost their lives in the line of duty in the past year. Observed annually on October 21, Police Commemoration Day pays tribute to police martyrs, with the main ceremony held at the National Police Memorial, typically presided over by the Union Home Minister. Today we all have gathered to pay tribute to the brave soldiers who sacrificed their lives to protect the internal security of the country and its borders. These soldiers are protecting our borders from Kashmir to Kanyakumari and from Kutch to Kibithu, Shah added. A joint parade of Central Armed Police Forces along with Delhi Police is also conducted to honor the fallen heroes. This day specifically commemorates the sacrifice of ten policemen who lost their lives in an ambush by heavily armed Chinese troops at Hot Springs, Ladakh, on October 21, 1959. It serves as a poignant reminder of the courage shown by all martyrs who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Police Commemoration Day 2024: Honoring the Courage and Sacrifice of Indias Police Forces Honoring Heroes: Police Commemoration Day on October 21 at the National Police Memorial
In Kanyakumari, This Group Of Friends Gives Free Clothing And Food To Poor
Near the Malayalam School on Kanyakumari's Main Road, a group of friends has set up a fridge and a wardrobe under an initiative titled Unavay Uravay.
Rose springs from inside glass-cube: Magician Muthukad surprises crowd
Bhubaneswar: Illusionist Gopinath Muthukad on Thursday amazed a crowd in Bhubaneswar by making a rose spring from a glass cube, symbolising his message of breaking barriers for people with disabilities. The performance was part of his ongoing all-India Inclusive India campaign, which promotes social inclusion for those with disabilities. Muthukad, who received the prestigious Merlin Award, emphasises that people with disabilities face physical, social, and emotional challenges, and his magic seeks to bridge these gaps by fostering awareness and empathy. The magicians Bhubaneswar show highlighted his mission to support the marginalized through magic, an art he believes can drive social reform. The performance tied into the goals of Magic Planet, a unique theme park in Kerala founded by Muthukad that showcases public art forms and street performers. Muthukads two-month tour, which began on October 6 from Kanyakumari and ends on December 3 in New Delhi, spans the length and breadth of India. Along the way, he has been spreading messages of national integration, equality, and anti-terrorism. Muthukad's campaign, supported by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD) under the ministry of social justice, involves 41 events across 36 locations, including collaborations with DEPwDs regional centers. It started on World Cerebral Palsy Day and will conclude on the International Day for Persons with Disabilities. Throughout, Muthukad has been using magic to highlight the need for opportunities that showcase the talents of children with disabilities, boosting their confidence and self-esteem. As the founder and executive director of the Different Art Centre (DAC), Muthukad has pioneered magic training for children with disabilities. His efforts have provided professional platforms for disabled performers, and his work continues to inspire and raise awareness about the importance of inclusion. The final event in New Delhi will feature government officials, ministers, and parliamentarians.
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin Dines with Frontline Workers Amidst Monsoon Relief Efforts
Chennai: With continuous rains affecting the city and more expected, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin expressed his appreciation for frontline workers by dining with them as a gesture of gratitude for their dedicated service during and after the recent monsoon showers. After visiting various relief sites and medical camps set up as precautionary measures, CM Stalin joined frontline workers for a meal at Thiruvalluvar Wedding Hall. The menu included biryani, Chicken 65, and fish fry, providing a warm and communal environment for the workers to share with the chief minister. Stalin thanked them for their tireless efforts in aiding the community and assured the public that the Tamil Nadu government is prepared to handle any further weather challenges. Responding to criticisms from Opposition leader Edappadi K. Palanisamy regarding water stagnation in areas such as Royapuram, RK Nagar, and Velachery, CM Stalin dismissed the comments, saying, He is only trying to politicise. People know what work was done. I dont need to reply to him. Im not worried about negative comments. People are happy and they have spoken about it. He added that water levels have receded significantly across the city and promised that any remaining problem areas would be promptly addressed. The Chief Minister praised the frontline workers and Corporation officials for their swift actions in restoring the city and emphasized the importance of their role during challenging times. Meanwhile, the India Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for Kanyakumari, Thoothukudi, and Tirunelveli districts, as well as an orange alert for Ramanathapuram on Thursday, October 17. Haryana CM Nayab Saini Pledges Good Governance and Welfare Initiatives Omar Abdullah Chairs First Cabinet Meeting as Chief Minister of Union Territory Jammu and Kashmir Woman Shot During Family Dispute in Delhi's Seelampur; Four Arrested
Hyderabad: 52-yr-old Hyderabadi in 3,600-km Cycling Race
Hyderabad : Hyderabad-based endurance athlete Bobba Ravinder Reddy, aged 52, is set to participate in the 2024 Race Across India challenge, an intense 3,651-km cycling race from Srinagar to Kanyakumari. This will be his second time taking on the challenge, having completed it in 2023 in 12 days, 14 hours and 42 minutes, well within the 13-day cut-off for the 50+ male category. Ravinder Reddy, a chemical engineer and manager at GAIL India Limited, began his fitness journey at the age of 42 with a half marathon. Over the years, he has completed an impressive 268 marathons across nine Indian states by the age of 50. In 2021, he set a world record for completing 33 half marathons in one month, earning recognition from the International Book of Records. Ravinder Reddy has achieved major milestones in cycling. In December 2023, he completed a solo 3,700-km ride from Srinagar to Kanyakumari in just 22 days. He followed that with a 6,533-km ride along Indias Golden Quadrilateral, finishing the route in 34 days. He also took on the world-famous Race Across America in June 2024, completing the grueling 4,828-km coast-to-coast race with over 100,000 feet of climbing. His participation in the 2024 Race Across India underscores his dedication to pushing his limits. With his impressive record of endurance and determination at 52 years, Ravinder Reddy is a source of inspiration for many in Indias growing fitness community.
Vettaiyan Movie Review: Rajinikanth Back in Mass Avatar!
TJ Gnanavel of Jai Bhim fame is back with yet another mass flick, this time with a huge star cast. The film features Tamil superstar Rajinikanth, Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan, Telugu actors Rana and Sharwanand, and Malayalam actors Fahadh Faasil and Manju Warrier among others. Anirudh Ravichander scored the music for this film while the cinematography was done by SR Kathir. So one could only imagine the magnitude of expectations over the film. Rajinikanth's Vettaiyan (Hunter) hit theatres across the globe today. Does the film live up to the expectations? Let's find out. Plot Athiyan (Rajinikanth) is an honest cop and an encounter specialist in Kanyakumari. He is notorious for indiscriminately killing murderers, ganja sellers, and mafias in the name of quick justice without feeling guilty about it. Saranya (Dushara Vijayan), a government school teacher who learns about his honesty informs him about the smuggling of ganja in her school, ending up in her getting killed and murdered. Athiyan kills a suspect but was he the killer? In the meantime, there is Satyadev (Amitabh), a judge, who fights for human rights. So there are ideological differences. how does the filmmaker tackle this situation? Watch the movie to find out. Analysis In most Rajini films, the eyes are all on him. But in Vetaiyan, the director gives equal weightage to all the characters, even though the story is the hero of the film. Even though the films on police encounters are not new, there are enough scenes to keep fans hooked. The maker takes 30 minutes to introduce all the characters and let the audience settle in before throwing a big blow. Big B, Fahadh, and Rajini steal the show with their performances. Of course, nothing less was expected of them. Anirudh's music is a huge plus. For fans of Thalaivar, there are enough Rajini moments to entertain them. The action sequences draw whistles from fans in the theatre. Rana does a great job, and so does Manju Warrier even though their roles are not very elaborately written. TJ Gnanavel has picked a thought-provoking subject and there are scenes that make people question the system of education, the rich-poor divide, and also the loopholes in the justice system. Verdict: Vetaiyan is a visual feast for every fan of Rajinikanth. Rating: 3.25/5
Karur Vysya Bank inaugurates three new branches in Tamil Nadu
Karur Vysya Bank today inaugurated three new branches, all in Tamil Nadu thereby increasing its total branch network to 844. The new branches that were opened today are: 1. Trichy - Subramaniapuram (842nd Branch) ; 2. Gummidipoondi (843rd Branch); 3. Colachel, Kanyakumari District (844th Branch).
Senthil Balaji made in charge of Coimbatore
V. Senthil Balaji V. Senthil Balaji Chennai ; Recently reinstated Minister for Electricity and Prohibition V Senthil Balaji has been entrusted with the responsibility of expediting district development activities and also monitoring the progress of other welfare projects in Coimbatore district by Chief Minister M K Stalin. In his appointment of Ministers as in-charge of various districts to ensure that the developmental work was carried out without any hitch, Senthil Balaji was given Coimbatore, the region where the DMK is keen on strengthening its base and improving its popularity. Senior Minister K N Nehru has been nominated as in charge of Tirunelveli, E Periyasamy for Theni, E V Velu for Tirupattur and Kallakurichi, M R K Panneerselvam for Dharmapuri, K K S S R Ramachandran for Tenkasi, Thangam Thennarasu for Kanyakumari and M P Saminathan for Nilgiris. The other districts like Krishnagiri will be monitored by R Chakarapani, Kanchipuram by R Gandhi, Perambalur by S S Sivasankar, Nagapattinam by Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi and Mayiladuthurai by C V Meyyanathan, an official press release said on Tuesday.
From ISRO scientist to cab service operator; man builds 2 cr cab business
Uthaya Kumar, an ISRO scientist, left his job to start something of his own after seven years and launched a cab service business. He hails from Kanyakumari district in Tamil Nadu, India
IREL's Mining Project Faces Hurdles
The PMK has now lent its voice to the protests against the mining of atomic minerals in Kanyakumari.
Shikha Mukerjee | Faith & purity wont help BJP to deliver governance
Purity, in terms of religious practice, is rapidly evolving into yet another instrument in the apparently collective obsession of Indias political class. In the hybrid lingua franca deployed by the Indian political class, the washing machine syndrome is perfectly understood by the public to denote the defection of the corrupt from one party to another, in a transaction whose goal is unholy career advancement. When Ajit Pawar changed sides in Maharashtra and joined the Mahayuti alliance cobbled together by the BJPs successful engineering of splits in two parties, the concept of the washing machine became crystal clear; attacked earlier by the BJP for his alleged involvement in a Rs 70,000-crore irrigation scam when he played second fiddle to Sharad Pawar in the Nationalist Congress Party, the man became overnight squeaky clean. He, however, was not doused in a punch of Ganga jal and cow urine to purify him, remove the stains of corruption. Nor did he undergo conversion as a turncoat to emerge as a Sanatani and therefore acceptable, as Congress councillors in Jaipur underwent when they switched sides to join up with the BJP. The bizarre ceremony performed at the Jaipur Municipal Corporation Heritage office was ritual purification turned into a burlesque. Finding the pathways of hitherto uncharted terrain, the BJPs rank and file is now in grave danger of getting lost in an incomprehensible morass. Combining Sanatan, a concept that has no universal written code on what is correct Hindu practice with the everyday routines of power plays in politics is not easy. While it is perfectly understandable that the BJP will use every opportunity to advocate its Hindutva ideology, it is perplexing why it is going to such lengths to make a parody of purity and orthodoxy, Sanatan Dharma style, by deploying cow urine and holy water in what is routine in its politics: engineering defections. That is, unless, the BJP has run out of concepts that can electrify the Hindu masses from way up north in Kashmir to the very tip, Kanyakumari, in the south. It is evidently groping for a word, a sign and a unifying idea to flesh out its agenda in the post-Ram Mandir consecration era. Why else are the masses across India, the vast majority of whom have an apparently insatiable appetite for social media chatter, being invited to flesh out a narrative on Sanatan, a concept that has no icon, no end goal and no antecedents? The leap that the BJP is attempting is in the dark as it searches for the lowest common factor in a narrative around the alleged desecration of laddus produced in the enormous kitchens on Tirupati as sacred offerings to Lord Venkateshwara to Congress defectors in Jaipur, to street food vending carts and roadside eateries in Uttar Pradesh and Himachal Pradesh. The purity bug has the BJP in its grip; protecting the purity of the Constitution from further amendments on caste reservation by increasing the quotas for the Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and other socially marginalised communities is also part of the same common agenda. How all this fits into the BJPs story line that Hinduism is in danger is not obvious. If this is expected to revive the mob frenzy of the religious majority as once the Ram Mandir movement had done in transforming the BJP from a small party into a behemoth that claims to be the largest party in the world, then the designers of this segment of the Hindutva narrative seem to be suffering from a drought. There is nothing less inspiring than a call for restoring the purity of the Hindu faith through the routines of political defection. Every voter knows that the purpose of switching political sides is simple; it is to weaken rivals and strengthen the host party. It is about power and showing it off. In election season, these transactions and transfers of allegiance gather speed and then dwindle when the heat of competitive politics fades. The embarrassment and consequently outrage in the Congress Party over the copycat policy announcement by Vikramaditya Singh, its senior minister in the Himachal Pradesh government, is understandable. Having belatedly figured out that peddling soft Hindutva is the worst possible strategy to fight against the BJPs hard Hindutva platform, Mr Singhs policy that required eateries to display the identities of owners, managers and operators of street food stalls and roadside eateries, in line with the BJP-led Uttar Pradesh government notification, was a big blunder. With all guns blazing, the Congress leadership, Mallikarjun Kharge and evidently Rahul Gandhi via K.C. Venugopal, his close confidant, have slammed Mr Singh, hauled him to Delhi and delivered a reprimand. To be seen to be emulating the purity-Sanatan spin on the BJPs Hindutva agenda is suicidal for the Congress. It crafted a revival evident in its Lok Sabha election performance by campaigning on secularism, defending the Constitution, joblessness and unemployment, inflation and the cost of living crisis packaged together in its slogan Nafrat ke Bazar mein Mohabbat ki Dukaan . By separating governance from faith and promising policies that prioritise everyday issues, the Congress has created an alternative to the Hindutva politics personified by Narendra Modi. Any contamination of the religious kind signified by the outcry over purity would hurt the Congress and benefit the BJP in the crucial elections in Maharashtra and Jharkhand and later in Bihar. While the Congress needs to educate its leadership ranks in the states, the BJP is struggling to write up a new chapter to reach out to voters in states where elections are due in the next few months. It is puzzling why the BJP has hit on food, orthodoxy and purity as the pillars of its Hindutva agenda after the Lok Sabha polls, when it is obvious that voters are not willing to be diverted from the crisis of living issues that preoccupy them. Neither the party nor its great helmsman can escape accounting for the impact of the policies and decisions of the Narendra Modi government over 10 years. The accumulation of grievances affecting the largest demographic of voters in the age group of 18 to 35 years on the one hand and the small trader, small manufacturer in the unorganised sector on the other, coupled with farmers and daily wage-earners, cannot be displaced by talking Sanatan and defiled laddus. If the BJP appears to have lost the plot line in its narrative, the Congress has an entirely different problem; its narrative is whimsical and consequently weak.
Gau Padyatra From Srinagar To Kanyakumari
The Akhil Bhartiya Gau Sewa Foundation has organised an ambitious 180-day journey to raise awareness about cow protection across India, including in Jammu and Kashmir.
Second Edition of IndianOil Race Across India to start from Srinagar on October 10
The second edition of India's most iconic and gruelling ultra cycling race the IndianOil Race Across India is set to begin on October 10, 2024, starting from Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir. The race will conclude at the southern tip of India, Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadu and cover an extraordinary distance of a staggering 3758 km. Indian Oil Corporation Ltd. (IOCL) is the proud title sponsor of this prestigious event, reinforcing their commitment to the growth of endurance sports in the country. IndianOil Race Across India is setting new benchmarks for cycling in India, aiming to meet international standards while ensuring a fair and safe race for all participants. Covering an extraordinary distance of 3,758 kilometres, this race will test the endurance of participants as they ride through 12 states, confronting diverse landscapes, climates, and terrain. The race is recognised by the World Ultracycling Association (WUCA) and serves as a Race Across America (RAAM) Qualifier Event (RQ). All finishers of the IndianOil Race Across India will automatically qualify to participate in the globally renowned Race Across America, the most prestigious ultra-cycling race in the world. Jammu and Kashmir Administration and Jammu and Kashmir Sports Council officially support the race. The Challenge: Starting amidst the snow-covered Himalayas, the route will take participants along National Highway 44, Indias longest highway, from the northern mountains to the coastal lands of Tamil Nadu, passing through key Indian states like Punjab, Madhya Pradesh, and Maharashtra. Riders will experience rapid shifts in climate, from the cold of the Himalayas to the heat of the Deccan Plateau and the humid coastal regions in the south. The race will see participants conquer 18,201 meters of elevation gain as they pass through significant mountain ranges, including the Himalayas, Aravallis, Vindhyas, and Satpuras, while crossing major rivers like the Yamuna, Narmada, Godavari, and Krishna. With its challenging terrain and weather transitions, this race will push the riders' mental and physical strength to the limits over the course of 1-2 weeks. Participants: This years edition features solo riders, relay teams, and a special team of 4 participants who are especially abled, riding with the inspiring mission of raising awareness through their initiative, Race to Vision. Their participation exemplifies the strength of the human spirit and determination, showcasing that cycling has the power to break barriers. This teams journey is a testament to perseverance, inclusivity, and their vision of a world without limits. The race has also attracted international participants, adding a global flavour to this high-stake event. Notable among the participants are solo riders above the age of 60, proving that endurance knows no age limits. This year, we are proud to announce that defence participants have also registered, with representatives from the Indian Navy, Air Force and Police Department, adding to the diversity of competitors. Their participation reflects the races commitment to inclusivity and national pride. Total Solo Participants -14 and Relay Team of 2-02 and Team of 4- 05 Teams total 21 teams Race Duration The race is designed to challenge even the most seasoned cyclists: Solo riders must complete the race within 12 days. Relay team of 4 have a time limit of 8 days. Relay team of 2 time limit of 10 days. Above 60 + solo a time limit of 13 days. With its grand scale and unparalleled challenge, the IndianOil Race Across India promises to be an extraordinary test of endurance, resilience, and teamwork, taking riders through some of Indias most scenic and diverse landscapes. Race Highlights of Participants 1. 9 International Participants 2. Participants from Indian Air Force, Indian Coast Guard, Indian Navy, Indian Army 3. From Maharashtra Police Commando Force One 4. Practicing doctors 5. Visually impaired riders A National Journey This race is not just a competition; its a celebration of the strength and diversity of India. From the peaks of the Himalayas to the southern coastline, riders will witness the beauty of Indias varied geography, cultural richness, and the heart of its people. Organizing Team Members: We are proud to introduce our dedicated organizing team members for the IndianOil Race Across India 2.0, who have worked tirelessly to bring this iconic event to life: 1. Jeetendra Nayak Project Director 2. Vivit Walve Race Director 3. Mukul Samarth 4. Dilip Warkad 5. Ravindra Paranjape 6. Manoj Jadhav 7. Bhushan Deosarkar 8. Different Cycling Groups all across the country
NIA Searches 11 Locations in TN in Hizb-Ut-Tahrir Islamic Conspiracy Case
New Delhi: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Tuesday searched multiple locations across Tamil Nadu in an anti-election campaign promoted as part of a divisive conspiracy of the Hizb-ut-Tahrir organisation seeking to establish Islamic rule in the country. NIA teams conducted extensive searches at the houses of 11 suspects in Chennai, Tambaram and Kanyakumari districts, and seized various incriminating materials, including digital devices, unaccounted cash, and literature belonging to Hizb-ut-Tahrir. The case RC-02/2024/NIA/CHE relates to causing and creating disaffection through various social media handles, and campaigning against exercising electoral franchise, voting, deemed by Hizb-ut-Tahrir as un-Islamic/Haram. Hizb-ut-Tahrir is an organization engaged in instigating its followers to overthrow the lawfully established democratic government through divisive actions. Hameed Hussain, a key conspirator in the case, had collaborated with five other accused persons to hold secret meetings for promoting the anti-India ideology of Hizb-ut-Tahrir. The NIA investigations in the case so far have revealed that the accused, along with several groups of people, had carried out campaigns throughout Tamil Nadu to establish Khilafah/Islamic rule in India, and had been involved in activities aimed at dividing the people and disrupting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the country. Investigations in the case, taken over by NIA from Chennai city police in July this year, are continuing, and the material seized during the searches is being examined.
Secularism is 'European concept not Bhartiya': Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi
Secularism is a European concept evolved after a conflict between the church and the king whereas Bharat is a dharma-centric nation and therefore, it was not part of the Constitution, but added during the Emergency by one insecure prime minister, Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi has said. A lot of frauds have been committed on the people of the country, and one of them was a wrong interpretation of secularism, he said addressing an event in Kanyakumari district on Sunday. What does secularism mean? Secularism is a European concept, secularism is not a Bharatiya concept, he said. Decades later, during emergency (1975-77), one insecure Prime Minister, introduced secularism in the Constitution in order to appease some sections of people, the Governor alleged. Indira Gandhi was the Prime Minister during the emergency. He further said in Europe, secularism emerged as there was a fight between the church and the king and in order to end this conflict, which went on for a long time, thi
Only 'Sisodia-Kejriwal' duo together can build schools in Delhi: Sisodia
AAP leader Manish Sisodia urged people on Monday to vote for his party in next year's Assembly polls in Delhi while asserting that only the Kejriwal-Sisodia combine can build schools in the national capital. During a foot march in Dwarka, he also said Arvind Kejriwal and the AAP's election symbol room were the eal symbols of honesty. The former Delhi deputy CM launched the padyatra on August 16, days after coming out of Tihar where he was lodged for 17 months in the excise policy case. The aim of the march is to reach out to people in all 70 Assembly constituencies in Delhi. Only Manish and Kejriwal's duo can build schools... Kejriwal and the broom (party symbol) are the real symbols of honesty, he said before beginning the march in the Dwarka Assembly segment. Whenever I see a photo of Kejriwal Ji, the one thought that comes to mind is that from Kashmir to Kanyakumari he is the symbol of honesty. We have worked with honesty... worked with courage... there was a lot of
Secularism a European concept, let it be there: TN guv
A lot of frauds have been committed on the people of the country, and one of them was a wrong interpretation of secularism, he said addressing an event in Kanyakumari district on Sunday.
Award winning film Navras Katha Collage team seeks support in Jammu
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Sept 11: The team of the 58 International and National award winning film Navras Katha Collage today reached Jammu as part of their ongoing journey to promote the movie across the country from Kashmir to Kanyakumari. Recently, the team of the movie visited Dal Lake in Kashmir valley to interact with locals and share the insights about the film. Directed, produced and acted by Praveen Hingonia, the film that is set to release on October 18, 2024 [] The post Award winning film Navras Katha Collage team seeks support in Jammu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
58 awards winning NKC movie team reaches Jammu as part of K2K promotion
Jammu Tawi: A team comprising of producer-director and some of the actors associated with the Hindi feature film Navras Katha Collage today reached Jammu as a part of its Kashmir to Kanyakumari (K2K) promotion campaign. The campaign was started from Srinagar on Monday. The team associated with the film including producer director and actor Praveen [] The post 58 awards winning NKC movie team reaches Jammu as part of K2K promotion appeared first on Northlines .
Kanyakumari Students Invent Machine To Check Oxygen And Heart Rate Via Fingerprints
The machine uses artificial intelligence to evaluate the physical condition of the users.
J-K: Shah says only Centre can ensure statehood restoration, dismisses opposition's autonomy plank
JAMMU: Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday dismissed the opposition's attempt to revive the autonomy plank during the Jammu and Kashmir assembly polls and asked the NC-Congress alliance to stop fooling people by promising statehood as only the Centre can restore the status. Shah assured people about the restoration of Jammu and Kashmir's statehood after the assembly election, which he said is the first under the national flag and the Constitution following the abrogation of Article 370 by the Narendra Modi government. At a BJP workers' rally at Ploura in the Jammu North assembly segment, told them that Jammu would decide the formation of government and the National Conference-Congress alliance would ever be able to form a government. Accusing the Congress-National Conference alliance of attempting to revive the old system and pushing Jammu and Kashmir into the fire of terrorism and corruption again, Shah said, The time when someone else was deciding whose government will be formed (in J&K) has gone. Now Jammu will decide the formation of government. The NC and Congress, however, claimed the BJP was attempting to sow confusion and fear among the electorate as it was in a state of panic since the two parties announced a seat-sharing arrangement and asserted that the 10-year BJP rule in the country was a disappointment. Shah was in Jammu on a two-day visit to boost the BJP's election campaign for the assembly polls, voting for which is scheduled on September 18, 25 and October 1. The counting of votes will be held on October 8. He released the party's manifesto on his first day of visit on Friday and also chaired meetings with senior leaders to discuss the campaign strategy. The upcoming elections in Jammu and Kashmir are historic because, after Independence, the polls are happening for the first time under our national flag and Constitution, unlike the past practice of two flags and two constitutions. From Kashmir to Kanyakumari, we have only one prime minister and he is Modi, Shah told the rally before leaving for Delhi. (PM) Modi restored your honour by ending discrimination and injustice faced by you. Ensure (the formation of) a government that will work for you so that you do not have to go to Srinagar with a begging bowl. It is possible by strengthening Modi's hand, he said. Shah started his over half-an-hour speech at the BJP workers' rally by paying tributes to Bharatiya Jana Sangh founder Syama Prasad Mookerjee, Pandit Prem Nath Dogra and Baba Daleep Singh Manhas and extended greetings to the nation on Ganesh Chaturthi and the Jain community on Paryushana Parva. He introduced the BJP's candidates from 11 seats of Jammu districts that are going to polls in the last phase and said, We have to not only defeat their opponents but also ensure that they lose their security deposits. This election is being held outside the shadow of Article 370. We have seen a miracle in the Lok Sabha elections when 58. 46 per cent of voters exercised their franchise unlike in the past when 10 per cent voting was being celebrated by the previous governments in Delhi. This is the biggest success of democracy, he said, reiterating that there will be no talks with Pakistan till terrorism ends and peace is restored. On the opposition's poll promise of statehood restoration, Shah said, I want to ask Farooq Abdullah and Rahul Gandhi, who is going to restore the statehood. You cannot give it back. Why are you misleading the public? It is the central government and BJP and I have already said inside Parliament that we will restore statehood at an appropriate time after assembly elections. They should hear my speech on August 5 and 6 (in 2019). He also criticised the NC for its promise of releasing stone-pelters and terrorists from jails and alleged that their aim is to revive terrorism in the peaceful Poonch, Rajouri and Doda districts of Jammu. Kashmir has borne the brunt of terrorism because there were governments that used to close their eyes and the people at the helm used to flee. If NC-Congress returns to power, consider that as a revival of terrorism. Jammu and Kashmir, especially Jammu has to decide whether they want terrorism or peace and development. Nobody dares to infiltrate when there is the BJP. When the Modi government took over (in 2014), it spelt destruction for those funding terrorism by sending them to jails. They are talking about starting suspended LoC trade, the dividends of which go to terrorism, he said. The BJP-led government has brought down terror incidents in the Union territory by 70 per cent, the home minister claimed. The NDA government would not allow the revival of terrorism, autonomy and injustice with any community, including Gujjars, Pahari, Bakerwals and Dalits who have been granted reservation by the BJP dispensation, he said. Referring to the NC's promise of implementation of the autonomy resolution, Shah said no power can talk about autonomy as more than 40,000 people have lost their lives to terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir. In 2000, the National Conference government under Farooq Abdullah passed a resolution in the Assembly seeking to restore the pre-1953 constitutional position in the state. It was, however, rejected by the Union Cabinet headed by then Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. I am reading the writing on the wall that NC and Congress will never form a government. They are the people who forced Maharaja Hari Singh to exile and only his ashes could be brought back after his death, Shah said. Shah said it was the BJP that fulfilled the aspirations and long-pending demands of the people of the Jammu region and mentioned the announcement of a holiday on the birth anniversary of the last Dogra ruler Maharaja Hari Singh to bolster his claim. Should those who insulted the maharaja and forced him into exile win? he posed while alleging that the NC-Congress alliance has a divisive agenda. Do you agree with changing the name of Shankaracharya Hill (in Srinagar) to 'Takht-e-Suleiman'? This is on their agenda, he asked the gathering. Continuing his tirade against the NC, Congress and the PDP, he accused the three of indulging in mass corruption. The corruption by these families is equal to that in the entire country, the Union home minister alleged. Had the money taken by them been utilised for development of the region, no work would have been left incomplete in Jammu and Kashmir. I want to remind the youth of Kashmir that you gave power to them but Abdullah and his family fled to England in the face of terrorism while the youth fell to terrorism which we wiped out. Vote anyone you want but do not make them win as their agenda will bring back terrorism and stop development, he added. Recounting the Modi government's works, Shah said it has spent over Rs 32,000 crore for the development of the Jammu region alone in the past 10 years. He also referred to the annual Amarnath Yatra and said over 5. 12 lakh pilgrims from across the country offered their prayers at the shrine this year without any fear while crediting the Modi dispensation for it. The Congress' Jammu and Kashmir unit chief Raman Bhalla slammed BJP for targeting the NC-Congress alliance and said, The BJP is visibly shaken and resorting to smear tactics against the INDIA bloc, sensing a resounding defeat at the hands of the people. Instead of engaging in meaningful debate on their dismal governance record, they are attempting to sow confusion and fear among the electorate. But let me tell you this, their tactics won't work, he said.
Rahul Gandhi launched the yatra from Kanyakumari on September 7, 2022. It culminated on January 30, 2023, as he capped the ambitious 145-day journey in Srinagar.
Cong lauds Bharat Jodo Yatra on 2nd anniversary, says it united society
The Congress on Saturday hailed the Rahul Gandhi-led Bharat Jodo Yatra, saying the Kanyakumari-Kashmir march was a massive booster dose for the party and a historic mass movement which became synonymous with uniting the society. On the second anniversary of the launch of the Bharat Jodo Yatra, Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi said the yatra proved that Indians were inherently loving people and oday our mission remains to ensure that the voice of love is heard in every corner of the country. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge said the distance covered on foot by Rahul Gandhi and Bharat Jodo Yatris from Kanyakumari to Kashmir awakened an unprecedented public consciousness of love, mutual harmony and brotherhood in the hearts of crores of people. On the occasion of the second anniversary of Bharat Jodo Yatra, I only appeal to the people of the country to continue the struggle to preserve the Constitution and democracy, Kharge said in a post in Hindi. Our .
J-K heading for 'historic' assembly elections under national flag and Constitution: Amit Shah
JAMMU: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday assured restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir after the assembly polls, which he said are the first under the national flag and the Constitution following the abrogation of Article 370 by the Modi government. He accused the Congress-National Conference alliance of making attempts to revive the old system. The NDA government will not allow the revival of terrorism, autonomy, and injustice with any community including Gujjars, Pahari, Bakerwals and Dalits who were granted reservation by the BJP dispensation, he said. Shah is in Jammu on a two-day visit to boost the BJP's election campaign for the three-phase assembly elections, beginning September 18. He released the party's manifesto on his first day of visit on Friday and also chaired two crucial meetings with senior leaders to discuss the campaign strategy. The coming elections in J-K are historic because after Independence, the polls are happening for the first time under our national flag and Constitution, unlike in the past practice of two flags and two constitutions. We have only one prime minister from Kashmir to Kanyakumari and he is Modi, the home told a BJP workers' rally here on Saturday. Taking a dig at the National Conference-Congress alliance, Shah alleged they are trying to push Jammu and Kashmir into the fire of terrorism once again when the government has brought down terror incidents in the Union Territory by 70 per cent. The National Conference and the Congress will never be able to form a government in J-K, be confident about it, Shah told the party workers, encouraging them to ensure the success of the BJP candidates to form the next government.
NEW DELHI: On the second anniversary of the launch of the Bharat Jodo Yatra, Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Saturday said the yatra proved that Indians were inherently loving people and oday our mission remains to ensure that the voice of love is heard in every corner of the country. The Bharat Jodo Yatra taught me the beauty of silence. Amid cheering crowds and slogans, I discovered the power to tune out the noise and focus entirely on the person next to me - to truly listen, Gandhi said in a post on X. In those 145 days, and the two years since, I've listened to thousands of Indians from diverse backgrounds. Each voice has carried wisdom, teaching me something new, and each has represented our beloved Bharat Mata, the former Congress chief said. The yatra proved that Indians are inherently loving people, he said. When I started this journey I said love will conquer hate and hope will defeat fear, today our mission remains the same - to ensure the voice of Bharat Mata, the voice of love is heard in every corner of our beloved country, Gandhi said, using the hashtag 'Bharat judne tak'. Gandhi launched the yatra from Kanyakumari on September 7, 2022. It culminated on January 30, 2023, as he capped the ambitious 145-day journey in Srinagar. During the march, Gandhi addressed 12 public meetings, more than 100 street corner meetings and 13 press conferences. He had over 275 planned walking interactions and more than 100 sitting interactions. With more than 4,000 kilometres under his belt, Gandhi managed to catch the attention of his supporters as well as detractors. The march witnessed participation from a cross-section of society, including film and TV celebrities such as Kamal Haasan, Pooja Bhatt, Riya Sen, Swara Bhasker, Rashami Desai, Akanksha Puri and Amol Palekar. Besides, writers and military veterans, including former Army chief Gen (Retd) Deepak Kapoor and ex-Navy chief Admiral (Retd) L Ramdas, and noted people such as former Reserve Bank of India governor Raghuram Rajan and ex-finance secretary Arvind Mayaram also participated in the yatra. Opposition leaders such as the National Conference's Farooq Abdullah and Omar Abdullah, People's Democratic Party's Mehbooba Mufti, Shiv Sena (UBT) leaders Aaditya Thackeray, Priyanka Chaturvedi and Sanjay Raut, and Nationalist Congress Party (SP) leader Supriya Sule also walked alongside Gandhi at various points during the march.
Bharat Jodo Yatra was massive booster dose for Congress, says Ramesh
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Saturday said the Rahul Gandhi-led Bharat Jodo Yatra from Kanyakumari to Kashmir was a massive booster dose for the party and heralded a change in the country's politics. Today is the 2nd anniversary of the start of the truly transformational Kanyakumari to Kashmir Bharat Jodo Yatra. Over 200 Bharat Yatris led by Rahul Gandhi completed the 4000 km long yatra, overwhelmingly on foot, over a period of 145 days and covering 12 states and 2 UTs, Ramesh said. This yatra led to unprecedented connectivity and collectivity and was a massive booster dose for the Indian National Congress. It heralded a change in the politics of our country as well, he said. It provided the impetus for the Manipur to Mumbai Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra during Jan-March 2024, Ramesh added. Rahul Gandhi launched the yatra from Kanyakumari on September 7, 2022. It culminated on January 30, 2023 as Gandhi capped his ambitious 145-day journey in Srinagar. During the course of the
Bharat Jodo Yatra Was Massive Booster Dose For Congress: Jairam Ramesh
New Delhi, Sep 7: Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Saturday said the Rahul Gandhi-led Bharat Jodo Yatra from Kanyakumari to Kashmir was a massive booster dose for the party and heralded a change in the countrys politics. Click Here To Join Daily Excelsior on WhatsApp And Get Latest News Today is the 2nd anniversary of the start of the truly transformational Kanyakumari to Kashmir Bharat Jodo Yatra. Over 200 Bharat Yatris led by Rahul Gandhi completed the 4000 km long [] The post Bharat Jodo Yatra Was Massive Booster Dose For Congress: Jairam Ramesh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Bharat Jodo Yatra was massive booster dose for Congress: Ramesh
New Delhi: Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Saturday said the Rahul Gandhi-led Bharat Jodo Yatra from Kanyakumari to Kashmir was a massive booster dose for the party and heralded a change in the countrys politics. Today is the 2nd anniversary of the start of the truly transformational Kanyakumari to Kashmir Bharat Jodo Yatra. Over 200 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 .
Rains Damage Roads in Nizamabad, Kamareddy
Nizamabad/Kamareddy: Heavy rains since last week have left roads in Nizamabad and Kamareddy in a pitiable condition, with motorists demanding immediate restoration works. NH-44 (Kanyakumari to Srinagar) and NH-63 (Nizamabad to Jagdalpur) are the worst affected. The district administration has sent proposals for funds to repair these roads, along with some under the state department and the panchayati raj. In Nizamabad district, 49.72 km roads under the panchayati raj were damaged and officials estimated around `3.15 crore for cost of repair works. Similarly, roads and buildings department sought `39.14 crore for permanent restoration or `2.39 crore for temporary restoration on about 59.90 km of affected portions. NH-44 is riddled with potholes from Ramayampet to Chandrayanpally in Indalwai mandal. The vehicle drivers are unable to notice the dangerous potholes. Construction of flyovers near Kamareddy and Gandhari have affected motorists too. The National Highway Authority of India officials have started repair works at some places but they are going slowly. Rajender, a realtor, said, Why not take up road repair works on war footing when NHAI mandatorily collects toll charges from the people at different places. The bypass road at Arsapally railway gate, Dichpally (NH-44), Nizamabad Road, Nizamabad to Bodhan roads are damaged. District collector Rajiv Gandhi Hanumanthu reviewed the situation and directed officials to take up repair works in Nizamabad district.
Chennai to Nagercoil in 9 hours: Train route, timings, fare, top speed to be...
Chennai-Nagercoil Vande Bharat Express offers the fastest connectivity to Kanyakumari, the country's southernmost tip.
Two Vande Bharat trains for Tamil Nadu
Chennai : Two of the three Vande Bharat Express trains flagged off virtually by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday will be beneficial to the certain sections of travelling public of the State for they are operated on the routes with high demands Chennai Egmore and Nagercoil and Madurai and Bengaluru. The train connecting Chennai to Nagercoil leaves at 5 am and reaches its destination at 1.50 pm, which means it takes less than nine hours to cover the distance that the presently popular Kanyakumari Express takes about 13 hours. In return the train leaves Nagercoil at 2.20 pm and reaches Egmore at 11.15 pm. Apart from that, the departure time of the train from both Chennai and Nagercoil is totally different from the present set of trains connecting the two cities that are operated at night, leaving in the evening or early night hours to reach the destination in the morning. So it will help those who are averse to the idea of spending a night on the train and also want to travel fast. The ticket rates of Rs 1760 for chair car and Rs 3240 for executive class, even if they sound high for train travel standards, are nominal when compared to flight charges that can at time touch several more thousands to either Thoothukudi or Thiruvananthapuram, the nearest airports So there is a chance of people travelling between Chennai and Nagercoil by flight to avoid night journeys otherwise preferring the Vande Bharat. Since a flight journey might take, even if the flying time is just an hour, about five hours, taking into account the advance check in, security check, wait for the baggage at the carousel and so on, the train takes less than nine hours. All trains running between Nagercoil and Chennai are fully booked almost all through the year and passengers not getting tickets on those night trains will opt for the Vande Bharat. Similarly the other Vande Bharat connecting Madurai and Bengaluru meets a long felt need to connect the two cities. Since several people working in the IT industry in Bengaluru hail from Madurai and the neighbouring districts, the new train will be a godsend for them as the travel time is just over seven hours. Techies leaving work early to catch the train at 1.30 pm could reach their homes before 10 pm in Madurai. So despite the high rates, the trains might help some sections of people whose needs were not met by the existing train services.
PM Narendra Modi will inaugurate 3 new Vande Bharat trains -- Chennai-Nagercoil, Madurai-Bengaluru and Meerut-Lucknow -- on Saturday
Rahul Gandhi's Martial Arts Sessions Inspire Talk of Bharat Dojo Yatra
New Delhi : Sharing glimpses of jiu-jitsu (a form of martial arts) sessions from his Barat Jodo Nyay Yatra, Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi indicated that there might be a Bharat Dojo Yatra soon. Dojo broadly refers to a training hall or school for martial arts. While Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been trying to woo the nation with yoga, Mr Gandhi is betting on the gentle art and on-violent conflict resolution techniques through a harmonious mix of meditation, jiu-jitsu and aikido. During the Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra, as we journeyed across thousands of kilometers, we had a daily routine of practicing jiu-jitsu every evening at our campsite. What began as a simple way to stay fit quickly evolved into a community activity, bringing together fellow yatris and young martial arts students from the towns where we stayed, Mr Gandhi posted on X along with the video of the sessions. In the video, Mr Gandhi is seen holding sessions on martial arts techniques with children. Our goal was to introduce these young minds to the beauty of the Gentle Art', a harmonious blend of meditation, jiu-jitsu, aikido, and non-violent conflict resolution techniques, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha said. We aimed to instill in them the value of transforming violence into gentleness, giving them the tools to build a more compassionate and safer society, Mr Gandhi said. Sharing his experience with the people on the National Sports Day on Thursday, Mr Gandhi said he hopes to inspire some to take up the practice of the gentle art. He added: P.S.: Bharat Dojo Yatra is coming soon. Mr Gandhi undertook an over two-month-long Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra that began on January 14 from Manipur and ended in Mumbai. It was a hybrid journey that was the second phase of his earlier Kanyakumari to Kashmir padyatra undertaken from September 2022 to January 2023. Insiders claim another yatra is maybe in the offing soon.
In Tamil Nadus Kanyakumari, This Ancient Temple Pays Homage To Hindu Trinity Gods
The temple's architectural design follows the Trimurti concept.
