Kerala High Court Allows Ongoing Investigation Amid Concerns Over PSC Credibility
The Kerala High Court permits an investigation into alleged irregularities in the PSC exam, raising questions about the commissions integrity. Kerala High Court Allows Ongoing Investigation Amid Concerns Over PSC Credibility
This has pushed up costof building houses and threatens progress of major infrastructure projects, V.D. Satheesan tells Assembly
SC urged to act suo motu over social media post targeting CJI
New Delhi: A Supreme Court lawyer has approached Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant seeking consideration of suo motu criminal contempt proceedings over a now-deleted social media post by Congress Kerala targeting the CJI and the Oppositions protest march to the apex court. In his complaint-cum-representation, advocate Vineet Jindal urged the CJI to examine 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 .
HC Questions State On CMRL Bribery Probe
The Kerala High Court on Tuesday questioned the state government's decision to order a preliminary enquiry into the alleged CMRL bribery case, despite information from the ED regarding corruption offences against former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and others. The court is hearing appeals from Vijayan, his daughter Veena T, and son-in-law P A Mohamed Riyas, who argue they were not heard before an FIR was directed to be lodged. The ED alleges fraudulent payments of Rs 2.78 crore were made to Veena's company.
Hotels in Keralam to stop accepting UPI payments above 2,000 from October 15
According to the association, the introduction of a 0.4% MDR on bills would increase the financial burden on small establishments.
Controversy Erupts Over Kerala Congress Social Media Post Targeting Chief Justice
A Kerala Congress social media post sparks demands for contempt proceedings against the Chief Justice of India, raising concerns about judicial integrity. Controversy Erupts Over Kerala Congress Social Media Post Targeting Chief Justice
Keralam Assembly: Opposition, ruling front spar over health sector crisis
LDF stages walkout, alleges medicine shortages, arbitrary staff retrenchments and transfers, and cases of medical negligence; Health Minister K. Muraleedharan maintains that situation 'under control
From Sudha Yadav to Dushyant Gautam, meet the six newly appointed governors
President Droupadi Murmu has appointed new governors for six states, including Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. Here is a look at their careers and backgrounds
Keralam to Act Tough Against Bars Serving Liquor to People Below 23
Excise minister said several road accidents in the state had been caused by people driving under the influence of alcohol and other intoxicating substances
Announcement following introduction of 0.4% UPI merchant discount rate, which the association says will impose additional financial burden on small establishments
Kerala Assembly Passes Historic Resolution Seeking Removal of CEC Gyanesh Kumar
IMD: Heavy rain in Keralam, South Karnataka, TN, Puducherry for 4 days from Thursday
With the Bay of Bengal primed for a fresh low-pressure system and south-west monsoon nearing its final exit, the South Peninsula is entering a consequential phase of the seasonal calendar
Keralam Police, Cyble join hands to tackle emerging cyber threats
The agreement, signed through Cybles Indian subsidiary, Cyble Infosec India Private Limited, will support the Keralam Police Cyber Operations wing and Cyberdome in identifying and investigating emerging cyber threats
Keralam to amend laws to speed up industrial approvals
The Simplified and Accelerated Regulatory Approvals and Licensing Scheme , which has received in-principle approval, would speed up clearances from departments and agencies
Keralam Hopes to Get More Construction Materials from TN in Oct: CM Satheesan
The shortage has led to a sharp rise in the prices of construction materials, affecting the cost of building houses, particularly for economically weaker sections
Keralam Governor Arlekar leaves for Tamil Nadu, reflects on tenure
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From constitutional firmness to personal warmth: Governor Arlekar
Even as the announcement of his appointment as the Governor of Tamil Nadu marked a new chapter in his public life, Keralam Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar began Tuesday with a familiar commitment to his scheduled engagements, boarding the 4 am Vande Bharat Express from Thiruvananthapuram to Palakkad. The early-morning journey, undertaken despite the announcement of his new assignment, drew appreciation on social media, with many viewing it as a reflection of his dedication to public duty. Arlekar's departure from Kerala comes as part of a wider reshuffle of Governors announced by the Centre. Om Prakash Mathur, the Governor of Sikkim, has been appointed as the new Governor of Kerala. When Arlekar arrived in Kerala in January 2025, succeeding Arif Mohammed Khan, he inherited a challenging political atmosphere shaped by prolonged differences between the Governor's office and the Left Democratic Front (LDF) government. There were initial questions about whether he would follow the con...
A 53-year-old truck driver from Punjab, Kulwant Singh, has won Dh500,000 (around Rs 1.3 crore) in Abu Dhabi Big Ticket's Series 291 draw after buying lottery tickets with friends every month for nearly two years. He plans to use the prize money to support his family and invest in their home. A 30-year-old engineer from Kerala also won Dh100,000 in the same draw.
Forest violations in Keralams Chalakudy division come under scrutiny
Greens claim up to 20,000 trees may be cut for installing solar fence in the area. Supreme Court-constituted Central Empowered Committee earlier directed Keralam Forest department and VACB to jointly submit their response
Bought Maruti Invicto, found repainted parts; commission orders Rs 3.6 lakh relief
In a significant ruling, a consumer commission in Kerala has mandated Popular Vehicles & Services Ltd to replace a Maruti Invicto car due to undisclosed repainted parts before delivery. Evidence indicated the vehicle had sustained damage, leading to unexpected repair costs. With the dealer unresponsive to the buyer's complaints, the commission deemed this a clear deficiency of service and directed compliance within 30 days.
Newly appointed Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Arlekar maintains schedule, travels to Palakkad
Outgoing Keralam Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar on Tuesday took an early morning Vande Bharat train to Palakkad, continuing with his official duties hours after the announcement of his appointment as the Governor of Tamil Nadu, sources said. Arlekar boarded the 4 am Vande Bharat train from Thiruvananthapuram, despite the announcement of his new assignment, to attend his previously scheduled engagements in Palakkad, as per sources. President Droupadi Murmu on Monday announced the appointment and transfer of Governors across six states, with Sikkim Governor Om Prakash Mathur appointed as the Governor of Keralam and Keralam Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar transferred to Tamil Nadu, according to a communique issued by Rashtrapati Bhavan. As part of the reshuffle, Braj Mohan Ram has been appointed as the Governor of Odisha, Sudha Yadav as the Governor of Karnataka, Dhal Singh Bisen as the Governor of Uttarakhand, and Dushyant Gautam as the Governor of Sikkim. The appointments wil...
Coimbatore leads TN in GPS installation on mineral transport trucks
Digital Desk | Coimbatore, Oct 13 (IANS) Coimbatore has emerged as the leading district in Tamil Nadu in fitting mineral transport trucks with Global Positioning System (GPS) devices, with 4,200 vehicles equipped so far ahead of the state governments October 31 deadline for mandatory installation. The district has around 7,000 trucks engaged in transporting minerals, including stones, gravel and red soil. With devices installed in 60 per cent of these vehicles, officials are stepping up efforts to ensure that the remaining trucks comply before the deadline. The initiative assumes significance because Coimbatore shares a border with Kerala and serves as a route for transporting mineral resources into the neighbouring state. There are 13 check posts along the Coimbatore-Kerala border, where authorities are working to curb the illegal movement of minerals. The Mineral Resources Department, the Revenue Department and the police are jointly taking enforcement measures against unauthorised transportation. Mandatory GPS installation forms part of the state governments efforts to strengthen oversight of vehicles carrying mineral resources. Under the governments directive, trucks transporting minerals across Tamil Nadu must be fitted with GPS devices by October 31. Authorities have warned that action will be taken against those failing to meet the requirement within the stipulated period. Coimbatores progress places it ahead of other districts in the number of mineral transport vehicles fitted with tracking devices. According to the information provided, some districts have as many as 12,000 trucks engaged in mineral transportation, but only around 2,000 have installed GPS equipment. A district government official said discussions had been held with owners of trucks carrying gravel, red soil and other minerals to accelerate installation and ensure compliance with the governments order. Truck owners have been instructed to speed up the installation process. So far, 4,200 vehicles have been fitted with GPS devices, the official said. Steps were being taken to complete installation in the remaining vehicles by the end of the month, the official added. The immediate focus is on bringing the roughly 2,800 trucks yet to install the equipment into compliance. Discussions with vehicle owners are intended to maintain the pace of installation as the deadline approaches. With a substantial mineral transport fleet and multiple border checkpoints, Coimbatore remains a key district in the enforcement drive. Officials are pursuing installation alongside coordinated action by the departments responsible for checking illegal mineral transportation across the border.
Drinks, hotel, high speed: What we know about Keralas Mini Cooper crash; all held
A devastating accident on Airport Road led to the arrest of four college students after their Mini Cooper collided with a scooter, resulting in the death of three people. Evidence suggests that the driver was under the influence at the time of the incident. The excise department is now looking into bars that supplied alcohol to the group, raising significant concerns over irresponsible drinking and driving.
President Murmu Appoints New Governors For Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, 3 Other States
President Droupadi Murmu on Monday named new governors for six states, combining transfers of serving governors with appointments to other constitutional posts. The reshuffle brings Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar to Tamil Nadu from Keralam, while Om Prakash Mathur will move from Sikkim
President Murmu appoints six Governors in major reshuffle
President Droupadi Murmu appointed four new Governors for the states of Karnataka, Uttarakhand, Odisha, and Sikkim. Om Prakash Mathur has been reassigned as Governor of Keralam while Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar is now Governor of Tamil Nadu. Sudha Yadav, an OBC leader, will head Karnataka after her tenure in the Lok Sabha. Dhal Singh Bisen, an Ayurveda practitioner, will take charge of Uttarakhand.
New Delhi, Oct 12:Keralam Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar has been appointed as the Governor of Tamil Nadu, as part of a major gubernatorial reshuffle effected by President Droupadi Murmu on Monday. Om Prakash Mathur, Governor of Sikkim, will be the new Governor of Keralam in place of Arlekar, a communique issued by the Rashtrapati Bhavan said. Dushyant Gautam has been appointed the Governor of Sikkim, it said. Senior BJP leader from Jharkhand, Braj Mohan Ram, has been appointed as the Governor of Odisha. Sudha Yadav has been named the Governor of Karnataka and Dhal Singh Bisen will be Uttarakhand Governor, the communique said. These appointments will take effect from the dates they will assume charge of their respective offices, it said.
Quit, well find replacement, Kerala Congress tells CJI, then deletes post
Rajendra Arlekar moves to Tamil Nadu, Om Prakash Mathur appointed Keralam Governor
The appointments cover six states, with changes in leadership across Tamil Nadu, Keralam, Sikkim, Karnataka, Uttarakhand and Odisha
Speaker rejects objection over the use of Kerala Niyamasabha for official purposes
Kerala HC directs Social Justice Directorate to disburse pending financial aid to transgender person
Court allows petition, which sought a payment of 21,000, with an interest of 18% per annum, pending from a total payment of 36,000
13,505 girls get HPV vaccine in Kozhikode
Kerala woman held for 13L stock investment scam
President appoints 6 Governors
New Delhi, Oct 12: The President of India has approved the appointment of six Governors across different states, according to a press communiqu issued by Rashtrapati Bhavan on Monday. The appointments include changes in the governorships of Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Odisha, Karnataka, Uttarakhand and Sikkim. The new appointments will take effect from the dates on [] The post President appoints 6 Governors appeared first on Northlines .
Dont fully scrap tax officers arrest powers, Keralam tells 57th GST council meet
Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan, who attended the 57th council meet, had argued that strong deterrence measures were required for tackling large-scale and organised tax evasion
One website for one local body implemented, says Keralam Minister K.M. Shaji
Dedicated official websites have been readied for 941 grama panchayats, 152 block panchayats, 14 district panchayats, 87 municipalities, and six Municipal Corporations, which will publish local body profile, details of peoples representatives and officials, Budget, development schemes, information, decisions, reports, tenders, citizen services
A controversial and now-deleted social media post by the Kerala Congress targeting Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant has sparked a major political row. Following intense backlash and criticism from ruling party leaders, the Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) acted swiftly by removing the worker responsible for the post from their duties. The Controversial [] The post Kerala Congress Deletes Controversial Social Media Post Targeting CJI Surya Kant; Party Sacks Worker and Issues Clarification appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Keralam Cong seeks CJI's exit, deletes X post amid row
The official Congress Keralam 'X' account posted a controversial message against CJI Surya Kant, which quickly went viral before being deleted. The party subsequently removed the individual responsible, with KPCC president Sunny Joseph stating the post was unauthorised and did not reflect the party's stance on judicial impartiality. Union Minister Kiren Rijiju criticised Congress over the incident.
Himanta dares Cong: Ill contest on ballot paper if Keralam, Karnataka, Telangana govts resign
CM defends SIR, seeks rolls revision every five years
Rajendra Arlekar Appointed Tamil Nadu Governor, Om Prakash Mathur to Head Keralam
Keralam Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar has been appointed as the Governor of Tamil Nadu, as part of a major gubernatorial reshuffle effected by President Droupadi Murmu on Monday.
Kumaraswamy congratulate Sudha Yadav on appointment as Ktaka Guv
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 12 (IANS) Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel H.D. Kumaraswamy on Monday congratulated Sudha Yadav on her appointment as the Governor of Karnataka by the President of India and welcomed her to the state. In a post on social media platform X, Kumaraswamy said he hoped that her political experience and strong academic background would help strengthen constitutional values and contribute to Karnatakas overall development. I warmly welcome her to Karnataka. With her political experience and strong academic background, I hope her tenure will further strengthen the states constitutional values and contribute to Karnatakas all-round development, he said. Kumaraswamy also wished Yadav a successful tenure and expressed confidence that her guidance would contribute to the service and welfare of the people of Karnataka. BJP State President and MLA B.Y. Vijayendra stated, Heartiest congratulations to Dr Sudha Yadav ji on being appointed the Hon'ble Governor of Karnataka. A gold-medallist chemist from IIT Roorkee, former MP from Mahendragarh, and wife of Kargil martyr Dy. Commandant Sukhbir Singh Yadav ji, she brings decades of public service and personal sacrifice to Raj Bhavan. We are confident that under her stewardship as the constitutional head of the State, constitutional values and the rule of law will be firmly upheld for every Kannadiga, Vijayendra stated. Union Minister of State for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises and Labour & Employment Shobha Karandlaje stated, Heartiest congratulations to Sudha Yadav Ji on her appointment as the Governor of Karnataka, Shri Om Prakash Mathur Ji as the Governor of Kerala, Shri Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar Ji as the Governor of Tamil Nadu, Shri Braj Mohan Ram Ji as the Governor of Odisha, Dhal Singh Bisen Ji as the Governor of Uttarakhand, and Shri Dushyant Gautam Ji as the Governor of Sikkim. Wishing all the distinguished appointees a successful tenure marked by wisdom, integrity, dedicated public service, and valuable contributions to the nations progress and prosperity, she stated. Dr Sudha Yadav has become the second woman to be appointed Governor of Karnataka. V.S. Ramadevi was the first woman to hold the post, serving from 1999 to 2002. The appointment comes nearly five years after Thawar Chand Gehlot became Karnataka Governor in 2021, making Sudha Yadav the second woman to hold the post in the state. Yadav hails from Motla Kalan village in Haryanas Rewari district. She holds an MSc degree from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Roorkee, and a PhD in Chemistry. She is the wife of Sukhbir Singh, a deputy commandant who was killed during the Kargil War. Yadavs appointment brings a new chapter to Karnatakas gubernatorial history, following Ramadevis tenure more than two decades ago.
Keralas Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan Aims for Governance Transformation in First 120 Days
Keralas CM V.D. Satheesan outlines plans for governance reform, focusing on welfare programs and timely payments in his first 120 days. Keralas Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan Aims for Governance Transformation in First 120 Days
Pinarayi Vijayan files 4 appeals in Kerala HC against order to register case in Masappadi case
The court issued the directive while considering a plea seeking a detailed investigation into allegations of illegal monetary transactions between a private mining firm and high-profile political leaders and entities.
Kerala Woman Arrested in Gujarat for
A 46-year-old woman from Kerala was arrested in Surat for her role in a 13.10 lakh online investment scam. Kerala Woman Arrested in Gujarat for 13.10 Lakh Online Investment Fraud
Ready for ballot paper polls if Kerala, Karnataka and Telangana govts resign: Himanta dares Congress
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday (October 12) said he was ready to contest elections using ballot papers if the Congress governments in Kerala, Karnataka and Telangana resigned, alleging that they too had...
Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, 3 Other States Get New Governors
Om Prakash Mathur, Governor of Sikkim, will be the new Governor of Kerala in place of Arlekar, a communique issued by the Rashtrapati Bhavan said.
The Kerala Police have arrested two additional individuals in connection with the tragic Mini Cooper crash near the Cochin International Airport in Nedumbassery, which resulted in the deaths of three young persons. The latest arrests bring further scrutiny to the circumstances leading up to the fatal incident. Investigation Details and Arrests The accident occurred in [] The post Kochi Mini Cooper Crash: Two More Arrested as Police Reveal Teen Driver Was Drunk After Visiting Three Bars appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Congress leader Pawan Khera on Monday distanced the party from a now-deleted social media post by its Keralam unit demanding the resignation of Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant, affirming that the party completely disagrees with the position and reiterating its absolute faith in the judiciary. Talking to ANI in the national capital, Khera clarified the party's stance, emphasising that the Congress had approached the apex court precisely because of its confidence in the judicial institution. We completely disagree with this position, whoever has done it. It is completely incorrect. We have absolute faith in the judiciary of this country and respect the highest court. That is exactly why we went to the doorstep of the highest court and knocked on its door, because of the confidence we have in the judiciary, Khera said. Targeting the central government and the Election Commission, Khera accused the ruling dispensation of undermining democratic institutions and stealing elect...
President Murmu Approves Appointments and Transfers of Governors in Six States
President Droupadi Murmu has approved new appointments and transfers for governors in six Indian states, including Kerala and Tamil Nadu. President Murmu Approves Appointments and Transfers of Governors in Six States
Dushyant Gautam Appointed New Governor of Sikkim, Replaces Om Prakash Mathur
New Delhi , October 12: President Droupadi Murmu has appointed senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and former Rajya Sabha MP Dushyant Gautam as the new Governor of Sikkim, replacing Om Prakash Mathur, who has been appointed Governor of Keralam. The appointment was announced on Monday through a communiqu issued by Rashtrapati Bhavan as part [] The post Dushyant Gautam Appointed New Governor of Sikkim, Replaces Om Prakash Mathur appeared first on The Voice Of Sikkim .
The Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) has acted swiftly regarding a controversy over a social media post targeting Supreme Court Chief Justice Surya Kant, announcing that the post was published without the knowledge, consent or consultation of the KPCC leadership. KPCC President Sunny Joseph said the person responsible for an objectionable post against Supreme Court Chief Justice Surya Kant on the party
Cong Removes Person Behind Post Against CJI After Backlash
Joseph said the post was made without the knowledge, consent or consultation of the Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) leadership.
President Appoints Braj Mohan Ram as Odisha
President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday appointed senior Jharkhand BJP leader Braj Mohan Ram as the new Governor of Odisha. He will take over from the incumbent Governor, Dr Hari Babu Kambhampati. The appointment was part of a larger reshuffle of Governors announced by Rashtrapati Bhavan for six states Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Odisha, Karnataka, Uttarakhand [] The post President Appoints Braj Mohan Ram as Odishas New Governor, Succeeds Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
President appoints 4 new state governors; switches governors for 2 states
Keralam Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar has been appointed as the Governor of Tamil Nadu, as part of a major gubernatorial reshuffle effected by President Droupadi Murmu on Monday. Om Prakash Mathur, Governor of Sikkim, will be the new Governor of Keralam in place of Arlekar, a communique issued by the Rashtrapati Bhavan said. Dushyant Gautam has been appointed the Governor of Sikkim, it said. Senior BJP leader from Jharkhand, Braj Mohan Ram, has been appointed as the Governor of Odisha. Sudha Yadav has been named the Governor of Karnataka and Dhal Singh Bisen will be Uttarakhand Governor, the communique said. These appointments will take effect from the dates they will assume charge of their respective offices, it added.
Post against CJI: KPCC president says person responsible shunted out
Kannur Corporation introduces double-decker bus for sightseeing during Dasara
Organised through the Kannur Corporation and KSRTCs Budget Tourism Cell, the service will operate for 10 days, allowing residents and tourists to enjoy colourful illuminations and festival decorations in the city. Its continuation will depend on public response.
Keralam, Odisha, Karnataka, Uttarakhand, Sikkim get new Governors
Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, who had been serving as Governor of Keralam, and had been given additional charge of Tamil Nadu in March this year, was appointed as Governor of Tamil Nadu
Dictators subvert electoral systems to cling to power: Satheesan
Navy hands over model of INS Vikrant to capital city
President appoints new governors in six states, Arlekar moves to Tamil Nadu, Om Mathur to Keralam
President Droupadi Murmu has appointed new Governors in six states, according to an official announcement. As per the appointments: Om Prakash Mathur, the Governor of Sikkim, has been appointed Governor of Kerala. Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, the Governor of...
Govt appoints four new state governors; switches governors for two states
The President's office announced the appointment of new governors for multiple Indian states on Monday. Braj Mohan Ram, Dr Sudha Yadav, Dr Dhal Singh Bisen, and Dushyant Gautam were appointed as governors for Odisha, Karnataka, Uttarakhand, and Sikkim, respectively. Om Prakash Mathur was appointed as the new Governor of Kerala after serving in Sikkim. Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar was appointed as the Governor of Tamil Nadu after serving in Kerala.
CPI(M) calls hartal on Oct. 24 in 7 Pathanamthitta villages over ESA
Kerala Congress fires person responsible for post asking CJI Surya Kant to resign
Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee President Sunny Joseph confirmed the removal of an individual responsible for an offensive social media post. This decision followed a lack of consent from the KPCC leadership regarding the controversial remarks against CJI Surya Kant. The KPCC reaffirmed its support for the judiciary's impartiality and clarified that opposing views do not reflect its stance.
Engineers suspended for failing to complete the construction of the Kunnathur Mini Civil Station in Thiruvananthapuram within the stipulated time frame
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju has slammed Congress over a post by Kerala Congress demanding CJISurya Kant's resignation. The post on social media handle - X by Kerala Congress said, If law and order is not your domain, resign now. We will find your replacement who can handle it. Meanwhile, the post was removed later.
KeralamAssembly passes resolution seeking withdrawal of Private Universities Bill
Rajesh alleges ED-VD match-fixing
Alleges that the first information report (FIR) against Leader of the Opposition Pinarayi Vijayan is part of a match-fixing arrangement between the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan
CITU Palakkad district meet begins
The Bill that will be tabled in the Assembly on October 13 also aims at promoting active ageing, regulation of senior citizen care centres, and capacity-building for family and caregivers
Judiciary Next Target: BJP's 'Told You So' Reply To Kerala Congress' Post
Congress wants to destroy all the constitutional and democratic institutions of India. All Anti-India gangs are joining hands. All patriotic Indians will also come together, Kire Rijiju posted on X
Keralam lotteries directorate to have more tickets on sale
Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan says that the directorate is aiming to increase the series of its weekly lotteries from 12 to 15 and increase the sale by 27 lakh tickets
Keralam lotteries directorate to have more tickets on sale
Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan says that the directorate is aiming to increase the series of its weekly lotteries from 12 to 15 and increase the sale by 27 lakh tickets
Over 470 grams of suspected MDMA seized in Keralams Kannur, youth arrested
The accused, Badusha, a native of Kottappoyil in Perumacheri, was arrested after Excise officials recovered 462 grams of suspected MDMA from a shop.
Over 470 grams of suspected MDMA seized in Keralams Kannur, youth arrested
The accused, Badusha, a native of Kottappoyil in Perumacheri, was arrested after Excise officials recovered 462 grams of suspected MDMA from a shop.
Ranji Trophy: Deshpande's Hat-trick Wrecks Chandigarh, Jadeja Slams Century For Saurashtra
Ranji Trophy Elite Division: Mumbai pacer Tushar Deshpande took a hat-trick and a five-wicket haul as Chandigarh were bundled out for 78 on Day Two of their Ranji Trophy Elite Group D match at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Monday. Deshpande tore through the top order to pick 5-17, and Mohit Avasthi backed him with figures of 3-9. Mumbai, who had made 429 on the back of half-centuries from Tanush Kotian and Avasthi, enforced the follow-on, and Deshpande struck again in the second innings to leave Chandigarh at 0/1. Veteran left-arm spin bowling all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, resuming on 72, scored 102 off 209 balls with seven fours as Saurashtra, who began the day on 308/4, were bowled out for 392 in 110.4 overs against Chhattisgarh in an Elite Group B clash at Rajkot. Jadeja fell to his former state-mate Dharmendrasinh Jadeja, who took 2-106 in 25.4 overs. Prerak Mankad went on to make 129 off 150 balls with 15 fours and a six, after starting the day on 92. Dev Aditya Singh was the pick of the Chhattisgarh bowlers with 5-67 in 24 overs, four of them maidens. Chhattisgarh were 122/3 in 55 overs at stumps. Anuj Tiwary was unbeaten on 72 and Mayank Verma on 32, with Ayush Pandey out for 13. Captain Jaydev Unadkat, Chetan Sakariya and Chirag Jani took a wicket each. Elsewhere, in the Elite Group A clash in Nagpur, Vidarbha captain Akshay Wadkar was dismissed two short of a maiden first-class double hundred, and his side finished on 428 against Puducherry after Yash Rathod hit 134 earlier in the day, with the visitors reaching 102/1 at stumps. In Goa, Atit Sheth was bowled for 99 as Baroda declared on 472/8 against Goa, who reached 5/1 at stumps. In Rajgir, Uttar Pradesh were bowled out for 540 against Bihar, with Aaradhya Yadav and Zeeshan Ansari scoring fifties after Madhav Kaushik (150) and Rinku Singh (112) fell. In Kalyani, West Bengal, Sudip Kumar Gharami (122 not out) and Abishek Porel (114 not out) hit centuries each and are unbroken in a 199-run stand as Bengal reached 304/3 against Delhi at Kalyani and have their lead currently at 64 runs. Jharkhand were bowled out for 587 against Kerala in Jamshedpur, with Aditya Singh's 147 and captain Virat Singh's 108 being strong contributions. Assam captain Denish Das (103) and Sibsankar Roy (143) also hit tons against Punjab in New Chandigarh, and Assam were bowled out for 373. For Punjab, veteran pacer Umesh Yadav took 5-70. In Ahmedabad, Gujarat's Vedant Trivedi (94 not out) and Aarya Desai (94) responded strongly to Baroda's 324 and took the hosts to 205/2 at stumps. In Vijayawada, SV Rahul, two days after turning 19, made a hundred on his first-class debut and shared a 202-run stand with wicketkeeper Revanth Reddy (97) that gave Andhra a 57-run lead over Karnataka, after ending day two at 331/6. Akash Vasisht's unbeaten 113 revived Himachal Pradesh, who had been 119/7, against Haryana and took them to 253. In reply, Haryana reached 178/4 in 46 overs and trailed by 75 runs, with Yashvardhan Dalal unbeaten on 69. Narayan Jagadeesan (55) and Pradosh Ranjan Paul (58) put on 104 for Tamil Nadu against Rajasthan, as they reached 167/4 and trailed by 196 runs. Rajasthan had been bowled out for 363, losing five wickets for 16 after Mahipal Lomror hit 66. B. Sai Sudharsan had gone down while fielding, and though he came out to bat, he made just three. Uttarakhand need 18 runs to match Railways' score of 78, with Avneesh Sudha unbeaten on 75. Tripura offspinner Sandip Sarkar took eight wickets in a 41.2-over spell, but Hyderabad still lead by 160 runs and need three wickets to move closer to an innings win. Fast bowler Avesh Khan's three wickets helped Madhya Pradesh bowl out defending champions Jammu and Kashmir for 120 to take a 76-run first-innings lead. But MP ended day twos play in Srinagar at 59/4, and are ahead by 135 runs overall, with fast-bowling all-rounder Auqib Nabis late strikes keeping the hosts in the contest. Uttarakhand need 18 runs to match Railways' score of 78, with Avneesh Sudha unbeaten on 75. Tripura offspinner Sandip Sarkar took eight wickets in a 41.2-over spell, but Hyderabad still lead by 160 runs and need three wickets to move closer to an innings win. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Kerala Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau RegistersFIRAgainstPinarayi Vijayan, Veena , Riyas
The Kerala Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau on Monday filed two separate FIRs in the CMRL-Exalogic payoff case, naming Opposition Leader and former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, his daughter Veena Vijayan, and her husband, former minister P. A. Mohammad Riyas, as accused.
Suresh Gopi: Centre Fully Supports Sreeshankar's London Surgery
Union Minister Suresh Gopi announced that the Centre and Union Sports Ministry are fully supporting Indian long jumper Murali Sreeshankar's urgent surgery in London. Sreeshankar, who won a silver at the Asian Games but sustained an injury, will undergo ligament reconstruction on October 13, with the Centre covering all costs to ensure his return to competition and preparation for the Olympics. The athlete had previously expressed disappointment over the lack of support from the Kerala state government.
Farmers seek compensation as water shortage threatens second paddy crop
The Kisan Sabha district committee will stage a sit-in protest in front of the Collectorate here on Thursday, demanding compensation and government support
Lakshadweep becomes 100% literate Union Territory
According to the Education department, all eligible learners cleared the Foundational Literacy and Numeracy Assessment Test, enabling Lakshadweep to attain full literacy status under ULLAS, a Centrally sponsored scheme
Keralam CPI(M) leader P.K. Sreemathifiles complaint over abusive social media posts
According to the complaint, the posts are being circulated falsely attributing statements to her, and allegedly using fabricated posters featuring her photograph and the party symbol
CMN Trust completes construction of 50 houses for homeless families
Governor Rajendra Arlekar will announce the completion and hand over the keys to the remaining houses at a function in Ottapalam on Tuesday
Claim of 220 seats in new coach in Venad Express misleading, says Friends on Rails
By convention, the Deputy Speaker does not present submissions or calling attention motions in the House and restrict themselves to their neutral chair duties
Kerala: Satheesan govt seeks to reshape governance in first 120 days
Digital Desk | Thiruvananthapuram, Oct 12 (IANS) Four months after the Congress-led UDF returned to power following a decade of LDF rule, Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan is seeking to establish a new style of governance with a focus on welfare delivery, clearing pending dues and making government services more accessible. Satheesan said the government has outlined 12 themes under the banner A Government with the People Transforming Keralam to showcase its priorities since assuming office on May 18. The emphasis is on issues that directly affect people's lives. These include welfare pensions, women's free travel on KSRTC buses, healthcare, farmers' payments, employment and faster delivery of public services. Clearing long-pending dues is a key part of the government's agenda. He also highlighted the settlement of arrears owed to paddy farmers, Rs. 310 crore in pending scholarships for backwards-class students and an allocation of Rs. 200 crore towards old liabilities of the Health Department. Another Rs. 32 crore has been sanctioned to clear welfare pension arrears for expatriates. These measures seek to address grievances that have persisted for years. However, the government will have to ensure that the remaining dues are cleared and fresh arrears do not accumulate. Women's welfare has received considerable attention. The initiatives include free bus travel, interest-free loans, support for women fish vendors and higher wages for ASHA workers. A health insurance scheme offering coverage of up to Rs. 25 lakh is another major announcement. Its impact will depend on effective implementation and the availability of funds. The government is also seeking to improve Kerala's investment climate. Simplified approvals, new industrial zones and the development of Vizhinjam port and related maritime activities are expected to support economic growth and generate jobs. For young people, the focus is on artificial intelligence, robotics, emerging careers and improved sports facilities. The government has also highlighted measures to simplify land services, tackle drug abuse and corruption, and reduce the threat of wildlife attacks. The 12 themes reflect an attempt to combine immediate welfare measures with longer-term economic and administrative reforms. The political challenge for Satheesan is to translate these promises into visible results. Faster approvals must lead to more investment. Employment initiatives must create opportunities. Welfare announcements must reach their intended beneficiaries without delay. After ten years of LDF rule, the Congress-led government is keen to demonstrate that a change in government can bring a change in governance. The first 120 days have set out its priorities. The real test will be whether these initiatives improve public services, ease financial distress and create jobs in the months ahead.
Pinarayi Vijayan files four appeals in Kerala HC in Masappadi case
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TDB to tighten checks on parking fees, essential prices in Keralams Erumely
The board will also intensify waste management and increase the capacity for spot booking for Sabarimala darshan from Erumely, says TDB chief
Countrys cultural conscience stands with youths brutalised by fascist regime: K.R. Meera
Inaugurating the Thrissur Literary Fest, the writer says youths are being beaten for defending the fundamental rights guaranteed by the Constitution
LDF demands withdrawal of parking and user fee hikes in Thiruvananthapuram airport
LDF demands withdrawal of parking and user fee hikes in Thiruvananthapuram airport
'Resign': Congress Keralam unit to 'dear' CJI Surya Kant, draws BJP fire
