Chennai corporation to install CCTV cameras at ABC centres amid allegations of animal mistreatment
Chennai, June 29
Amid mounting allegations of mistreatment and deaths of animals at city-run Animal Birth Control (ABC) centres, the Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) has announced plans to install 60 CCTV cameras across five such facilities. The project, estimated to cost ₹17.82 lakh, aims to improve transparency and strengthen monitoring mechanisms at these centres. According to GCC officials, […]
Alleged custodial death of temple worker sparks tension in Sivaganga district of TN
Chennai, June 29 A 27-year-old temple worker, B. Ajith Kumar, died in police custody at the Thiruppuvanam police station in Sivaganga district triggering tension and protests from his relatives and locals. Ajith, a temporary employee at the Madapuram Bhadrakaliamman temple, was detained by the police in connection with the alleged theft of 9.5 sovereigns (around […]
Backlash over ₹7.4 cr allocation for assembly canteen renovation ignoring people‘s real
concerns
Thiruvananthapuram, June 25, 2025 Amid criticism following the Left Democratic Front’s (LDF) heavy defeat in the Nilambur bypoll, the Kerala Cabinet has drawn flak for prioritizing a ₹7.40 crore renovation project for the Kerala Legislative Assembly canteen. The decision was taken in the first Cabinet meeting after the bypoll loss, sparking allegations that the government […]
India plays key diplomatic role in de-escalating Iran-US crisis after US nuclear strikes
New Delhi, June 25, 2025 In a significant diplomatic intervention, India has emerged as a voice of reason and stability amid escalating tensions between the United States and Iran, following U.S. airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities last week. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s timely outreach to Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, coupled with India’s measured and mature […]
Widespread rain forecast in Kerala until Saturday due to twin cyclonic circulations
Thiruvananthapuram, June 24 The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has revised its rain forecast for Kerala following the influence of two cyclonic circulations currently active over eastern India. Widespread rainfall is now expected across the state until Saturday, with isolated heavy showers likely in several districts. Authorities have advised residents to remain vigilant during this period. […]
Heavy rains likely in Kerala; Yellow Alert in northern districts
Thiruvananthapuram, June 24 The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast isolated heavy rainfall across Kerala today, with intense showers expected particularly in the northern districts. A yellow alert has been issued in five districts — Kasaragod, Kannur, Wayanad, Kozhikode, and Malappuram — warning residents to remain cautious of potentially hazardous weather. According to IMD, a […]
TN moves to secure GI tags for five indigenous farm products to empower local farmers
Chennai, June 24 In a major initiative to protect and promote Tamil Nadu’s indigenous agricultural wealth, the Tamil Nadu State Agricultural Marketing Board (TNSAMB) has moved to obtain Geographical Indication (GI) tags for five native farm products. The move, announced in the state’s Agriculture Budget 2025–26, is aimed at enhancing the market value of these […]
From circus dreams to Yoga Master : The Life of 105 year old Upendran Achari
Thiruvananthapuram , June 24 What began as a fascination with the circus turned into a lifelong journey into yoga for Cherayi’s Upendran Achari, now a revered 105-year-old yoga teacher. As a child, he watched circus artists perform on the main streets with awe and dreamed of mastering such physical feats himself. It was this very […]
Trump announces Israel-Iran ceasefire deal after intense 12-day conflict
Washington, June 24 In a dramatic turn of events, former U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Monday that Israel and Iran have agreed to a “complete and total ceasefire,” signaling a swift and unexpected end to the 12-day war between the two longtime adversaries. Posting on his Truth Social platform at 5:02 p.m. Washington time […]
