Dengue prevention measures put in place in Tiruppur district
Jewellery assistant manager arrested for allegedly stealing gold worth 60 lakh in Kochi
The thefts were reportedly committed between January 2025 and February 2026
Flooding intensifies in Srikakulam district; North Andhra in restoration mode after heavy rains
Surveillance tightened as Nagavali, Vamsadhara and Bahuda rivers receive heavy inflows from upper catchments in Odisha; high alert in force in ASR district as swollen streams and rivulets pose threat
From ANC to Immersive Audio: Which Bose Earbuds Should You Explore in 2026?
While some have started raising awareness about the ESA draft notification and the Kasturirangan report through social media, others are translating the material into Kannada
Railway Ministry approves tri-weekly Amrit Bharat Express between Bhuj in Gujarat, Barauni in Bihar
Train No. 19427 Bhuj-Barauni Amrit Bharat Express will depart from Bhuj at 5:30 p.m. and reach Barauni at 04:05 a.m.. In the return direction, Train No. 19428 Barauni-Bhuj Amrit Bharat Express will depart Barauni at 11.55 pm and reach Bhuj at :15 pm, says a press statement from the Railway Ministry
GI-tagged Kalaburagi tur dal exported to Maldives
The export-linked value chain is expected to provide better returns to farmers. According to APEDA, while the prevailing market price is around 60 per kg, farmers receive 82 per kg through the export-linked channel
Palace cannons readied to familiarise Dasara elephants
India clocks 6 per cent rise in FDI at $19.81 bn during April-June
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 25 (IANS) Foreign direct investment (FDI) flows into India recorded a 6 per cent increase to $19.81 billion in the April-June quarter of the current financial year compared to the corresponding figure of $18.62 billion in the same quarter of 2025-26 despite the global uncertainties, according to figures compiled by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT). The month-wise figures show that FDI inflows nearly doubled in April this year to 12.1 billion from $6.6 billion in the same month of the previous year, after which they declined in May to $2.8 billion before picking up some momentum at $4.91 billion in June. Japan emerged as the highest investor during the first quarter of the current financial year with FDI to the tune of $5.71 billion, followed by Singapore at $5.22 billion, Mauritius ($2.31 billion), the Netherlands ($1.38 billion), the US ($1.34 billion), and the UAE ($868 million). FDI from the US declined by over 76 per cent to $1.34 billion in April-June 2026-27 from $5.61 billion in the same period of the previous financial year, while inflows from the UAE dropped $868 million compared with $1 billion in the first quarter of 2025-26. The main sectors that have attracted healthy inflows include services ($7.04 billion), computer software and hardware ($2.84 billion), trading ($1.92 billion), non-conventional energy ($1.24 billion), and auto ($622 million). Total FDI, including equity inflows, reinvested earnings and other capital, increased about 22 per cent to $30.65 billion during April-June 2026-27. Tamil Nadu led among the Indian states, attracting as much as $5.95 billion in FDI during the first quarter of the current fiscal year, with Maharashtra coming in the second position as receipts touched $4.22 billion, followed by Delhi ($2.67 billion), Karnataka ($2.11 billion), and Gujarat ($1.3 billion), which made up the rest of the top five in the FDI list.
Karnataka: Energy Department forms Crisis Management Group to monitor power supply, demand daily
It has been constituted to review the power situation every day and ensure that there are no disruptions in urban and rural areas
Zaheerabad Industrial Smart City project SPV office opened
Hyundai Motor India Engineering issued the first offer letter for allotment of 270 acres in the mega industrial hub project that will be spread on 3,245 acres
Revanth says fight for India is between Gandhi Parivar and Sangh Parivar
Will work to make Rahul Gandhi as the next PM
33.15 lakh assistance extended to family of electrocuted APCOS worker in Mangalagiri-Tadepalli
YVU Kadapa announces 2-year MA in Journalism
Karnataka tries to pass the buck on Centre to hide its financial mismanagement: Joshi
Governor swears in three new judges of Karnataka High Court
The new judges are Justices Usharani, Kuruba Shanthappa Bharath Kumar and Nerale Veerabhadraiah Bhavani
NIT-K hosts two-day conclave on innovation and entrepreneurship development
A former JNU President said that as of 7 p.m. protesters are still in detention centres across police stations; the police denied allegations of personnel being seen without nametags, and manhandling protesting students
Flood alert in three districts as outflow rises from KRP dam
ED searches 16 premises linked to Attica Gold, seizes 7.52 lakh in cash and valuables
The searches were conducted on Wednesday and Thursday under Section 17 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002, the ED said in a release on Friday
18th IDSFFK begins under a cloud of censorship
Uncertainty remains over the 31 films for which the Union Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (I&B) has denied censor exemption even as Minister for Cultural Affairs said the Kerala State Chalachitra Academy is making all possible efforts, including legal measures, to secure permission for screening
Two chain-snatchers from Tamil Nadu arrested in Chittoor, stolen jewellery worth 9 lakh recovered
Village Rockstars 2 movie review: Rima Das returns with a psalm of resistance
If the 2017 original was a euphoric, barefoot sprint through childhood fantasies, this luminous sequel is a melancholic exhale of coming of age.
1.5 crore cash seized from car in Perundurai
Atrocities against Dalits: Madiga leaders condemn incidents, demand strict action
BJP holds meetings protesting bankrupt State government
Jenu Kurubas from Karnataka take conservation fight to global forum in Kenya
Coffee Board brews sustainability push with new certification framework
Ayush medical camp held on Salem court premises
V. O. C. Port introduces 10-day free storage for laden EXIM containers
NIA court sends 4 to life term in 2016 Hindu Munnani spokesperson murder
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 25 (IANS) The Special Court for NIA cases, Poonamallee, Chennai, on Thursday convicted and sentenced four active cadres of the banned outfit Popular Front of India (PFI) to life imprisonment in connection with the murder of C. Sasikumar, spokesperson of Hindu Munnani, Coimbatore. The convicted individuals Sadam Hussain, Subair, Mubarak and Mohammad Rafiqul Hassan have each been sentenced to life imprisonment along with a fine of Rs 30,000, the NIA said in a statement. This verdict marks NIA's first conviction involving PFI operatives since the Government of India officially banned the organisation. On September 22, 2016, Sasikumar was hacked to death in Coimbatore. The targeted killing was executed with the clear intent to strike terror among a section of society and incite communal disruption across the region, it said. The incident sparked widespread violence across 6 districts, including Coimbatore City and Coimbatore Rural, prompting state authorities to register over 300 FIRs. The case was initially registered at Thudiyalur Police Station, Coimbatore, and was later investigated by CB-CID, Tamil Nadu. On the orders of the Central government, the case was entrusted to NIA and re-registered as RC-03/2018/NIA/DLI on January 22, 2018. Investigation established that the accused, being active members of PFI, entered into a criminal conspiracy and executed the targeted killing. After meticulous investigation, NIA filed a charge sheet and 2 supplementary charge sheets against 5 accused persons. The trial commenced in 2019, during which 75 prosecution witnesses and 2 defence witnesses were examined. The trial has now culminated in the conviction of 4 accused for offences under sections 302, 120-B and 153-A of the IPC, and sections 16, 18 and 20 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. The Special Court acquitted one co-accused, identified as Abu alias Syed Abuthagir. NIA is currently reviewing the judgment and exploring all available legal avenues to challenge the acquittal in the appellate court.
No need for concern over ESAs, says Keralam Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan
The CM reiterates that a map will be published soon to clearly delineate human settlements from ESAs across villages
Farmers, residents raise pollution concerns over proposed FSTP in Muthulapuram
TDB chief meets Devaswom Minister, details arrangements for Sabarimala pilgrimage
Minister K. Muraleedharan has been vocal in his criticism of the TDB over the 'delays in preparations. After the meeting, he says TDB and the government will work together to ensure that the pilgrimage is a smooth affair this year
Ganesha procession draws huge crowds in Shivamogga
Record sales for Thiruvonam bumper lottery, says Lotteries Directorate; draw on September 26
All 90 lakh tickets printed have been sold, says Lotteries Directorate
Aiven launches India operations; plans expansion in Bengaluru
The AI data platforms firm is relied on by large IT and fintech firms across many sectors. It said the India operations would lead to hiring across various verticals.
Five tuskers enter final race for Dasara ambari task
Vijay accuses DMK of covering up POCSO Act case against Veeramani, questions AIADMKs silence
Child Rights panel warns of criminal action against offenders
Mainstream political parties intensify campaign for Dharapuram byelection
Review | The Red Badge by Rajesh R. Varma conjures up a dystopian Keralam
Translated from the Malayalam original, the novel shows how caste, prejudice and authoritarianism combine to erase an entire way of life
Congress workers stage protest in Puducherry seeking resignation of CEC
Hescom officials allege assault by Congress MLC
Thunderstorm forecast in nine telangana districts on september 26
Ministry of Minority Affairs signs MoUs with prominent institutions
The MoUs have been signed with the Centre for Urbanisation, Buildings & Environment (CUBE), IIT Madras; Foundation for Science Innovation and Development (FSID), IISc Bengaluru; Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIM- B); and IIM-B Innovations (NSRCEL)
Mangalore University retains 2nd most sustainable university status
TNAU ties up with central institute for collaboration in sericulture, textiles
Man beaten to death by gang in Nerkundram
Tamil Nadu: Campaign Picks Momentum After CM Visit
AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami will be canvassing votes for his party candidate Kantiha Sampath on October 3: Reports
Saleswoman in ration shop in Namakkal transferred
Villupuram district administration steps up disease surveillance ahead of monsoon
Dasara illumination must have a new look: George
Udupi womens college to get two more hostels: Tangadagi
Review | Gulabiya by Abha Purbey: love, caste and the politics of language
The first full-length translation from Angika language, the novel brings the lives of marginalised farm workers to the English-reading world
Poompuhar launches Navaratri sales-cum-expo in Thanjavur
Webinar on developments in diagnosis, treatment of heart disease to be organised
The webinar will be held at 11.30 a.m. on Monday, September 28
Tributes paid to philosopher Satchidananda Murty on his birth anniversary
Government prioritises friendly policing, says A.P. Minister
Savitha says policing is the toughest job, demanding work day and night irrespective of sun or rain, while balancing health and family responsibilities
The latest notification on AFSPA, which gives special powers to the Armed Forces, comes in effect from October 1, unless withdrawn earlier; the notification said
CPI stands firm on Deputy Leader of the Opposition demand in Keralam
CPI State secretary Binoy Viswam says the first round of discussions on the issue with the CPI(M) has been completed and that more talks will follow; he slams EC for undermining democratic rights through SIR
Yadgir to host district-, taluk-level Dasara sports meet on September 26, 28
Govt. official gets two-year jail term for taking bribe
Online Toda language course inaugurated in Ooty
Keep the prices of houses and flats affordable, Minister urges builders
Prohibitive prices are making the young professionals give up their ambition of owning a home, says the MInister at the opening of CREDAIs FAIRPRO
TAHDCO subsidy release pending for loan beneficiaries in Coimbatore
Visakhapatnam to host district-level youth festival from October 6
Asian Games: Baranica clinches historic bronze in women's pole vault
Digital Desk | Nagoya, Sep 25 (IANS) Baranica Elangovan scripted history by becoming the first Indian to win a pole vault medal at the Asian Games, clearing 4.15 m to claim bronze at the Aichi-Nagoya Games here on Friday. The 29-year-old Tamil Nadu athlete shared the bronze medal with Kazakhstans Polina Ivanova, who also cleared 4.15 m and had an identical countback record. Baranica and Ivanova could not be separated after both athletes finished with the same best mark and number of successful attempts. Baranica began her final with two confident clearances at 3.85m and 4.00m. She needed two attempts to clear 4.15m before moving on to 4.25m, but three unsuccessful attempts at the height brought her competition to an end. Baranicas breakthrough medal caps a remarkable year in which she has repeatedly raised the benchmark in Indian womens pole vault. She broke the national record twice in 2026, first clearing 4.22m in March before improving it to 4.23m in May in Bhubaneswar. The Athletics Federation of India lists her 4.23m effort as the current national record. A three-time national outdoor champion, Baranica had endured a no-mark at the 2023 Asian Championships but responded strongly this season. She cleared the Asian Games qualifying standard of 4.10 m to win the Indian Open Jumps Competition in Bengaluru before producing another national-record performance. She arrived in Nagoya with a personal best of 4.23m and had been involved in a close domestic contest with fellow Indian and training partner Sindhushree Ganesha, who was also part of the Asian Games field. Their performances throughout the season pushed the level of Indian womens pole vault higher. Sindhushree, however, could not register a valid mark in the final and finished without a recorded height. Baranicas historic bronze came on a productive day for Indian athletics, with Gulveer Singh also winning silver in the mens 10,000 m. Gulveer clocked 28:29.38 to finish behind Bahrains Birhanu Balew and become the first Indian to win two Asian Games medals in the mens 10,000m, adding to his Hangzhou bronze. sds/ bsk/
Two migrant workers held with 8 kg of suspected ganja in Kozhikode
According to the police, the accused brought a large quantity of ganja from Odisha and were on their way to where they were staying in Puthiyappa when they were intercepted near the railway station
Shivamogga DC calls for measures to ensure quality of medicines
Left organisations demand strict action in high profile POCSO case
Centre allows sale of excess FCV tobacco through auction platforms in Andhra Pradesh
It also waives the additional service charge on excess tobacco produced by registered growers during the current season, says Tobacco Board Chairman Yashwanth Kumar
Special e-KYC camp at fair price shops in Erode
Finance Department advisory not indication of financial crisis, says Deputy Chief Minister
The clarification came amid criticism from Opposition members over the Finance Departments observations on the States finances.
SIR in Karnataka: The right to vote, on trial
Weeks into the hearing process of the Special Intensive Revision, many are still trying to find their notices and understand why they had been called, while others who had completed their hearings are seeking clarity from the Additional Electoral Registration Officers.The burden has been particularly visible among marginalised sections, especially women and daily-wage workers.
Heritage walk held in Kalaburagi to promote tourism in Kalyana Karnataka
Rights groups raise concerns over pension payout split on elderly
The United Forum for RTI Campaign and the Human Rights Forum have urged the State government to ensure social security pensioners continue to receive their full pension amount at their doorstep in a single payment, they say the proposed split between doorstep delivery and Direct Benefit Transfer could create hardship and confusion for lakhs of beneficiaries, particularly those in remote tribal and rural areas with limited access to banking facilities
Aadhaar-linked bank accounts mandatory for social security pension
Science and Technology Dept. awards 20 lakh grant to St. Aloysius
HC asks DGP to file report on criminal cases pending against police personnel
It was hearing a plea by M. Sowntharapandian, who was provisionally selected for appointment to the post of Grade II Police Constable, but denied the job after police verification
Keralam govt. to crackdown on fraudulent agencies
The police apprehended the chief executive officer of an immigration firm in Kochi for alleged job fraud a day ago.
PM Modi likely to inaugurate Poonamallee-Vadapalani phase II Metro Rail stretch on October 11
Faulty traffic signals expose traffic police to health hazards
The traffic police personnel are finding it difficult to leave their assigned junctions to use toilets, while adequate drinking water and rest facilities are reportedly unavailable, a letter states
POCSO case against Gem Granites Veeramani has brought disgrace to T.N., says former Union Minister
Man gets life imprisonment for murder near Pollachi in 2016
