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July 5, 2026 4:25 PM

India to host BRICS Women Working Group Meeting in Kochi on July 6-7 to advance women-led development

India will host the BRICS Women Working Group (WWG) Meeting in Kochi, Kerala, on July 6 and 7 as part of its BRICS Chairship for 2026. Senior government officials from BRICS member countries will participate in the two-day meeting to discuss key issues related to women's empowerment, women-led development and enhanced cooperation across shared priorities. The meeting is being held under India's BRICS Chairship theme, "Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability," which r...

June 22, 2026 3:11 PM

Sports Minister Mandaviya to lead fitness, cycling and Asian Games events in Kerala on June 23

Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, Mansukh Mandaviya, will visit Kerala on June 23 to participate in a series of initiatives aimed at promoting fitness, sports excellence and mass participation in sporting activities. As part of his visit, the minister will take part in the ‘Cycling by the Sea’ event from Chackai ITI to Shankumugham Beach in Thiruvananthapuram. The cycling programme has been organised to further Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Fit India Movement and encourage peo...

May 28, 2026 3:37 PM

Vice President Radhakrishnan to visit Karnataka, Goa and Kerala from May 29 to 31

Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan will undertake a three-day visit to Karnataka, Goa and Kerala from May 29 to 31, during which he will participate in a series of cultural, educational, industrial and public events. On May 29, the Vice President will attend the global celebrations marking 45 years of the Art of Living Foundation in Bengaluru. Later in the day, he will participate in the Platinum Jubilee celebrations of University BDT College of Engineering in Davangere, Karnataka. On May 30, ...

May 22, 2026 12:27 PM

Kerala hosts special yoga and ayurveda programme on menopause wellness ahead of Yoga Day 2026

As part of the 32-day countdown to the International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2026, a special wellness programme focusing on “Yoga for Menopause - A Holistic Wellness Module” was organised in Kerala’s Kottayam district to promote women’s health through yoga and Ayurveda. The event was jointly organised by the Young Women’s Christian Association (YWCA) Kalathipady and the Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga under the Ayush Ministry. The programme highlighted the role of yoga and traditi...

May 4, 2026 7:45 PM

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan wins Dharmadam Assembly seat

Pinarayi Vijayan on Monday won the Dharmadam Assembly seat, securing a total of 85,614 votes. Vijayan was in contest against Congress candidate Abdul Rasheed and BJP’s K. Ranjith in the constituency. Meanwhile, the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) has crossed the majority mark in the 140-member Assembly, with trends showing it comfortably ahead of the ruling Left Democratic Front (LDF), led by the Communist Party of India (Marxist). The verdict is being seen as a rejection of the ...

April 27, 2026 10:31 PM

Nitin Gadkari reviews highway projects in Karnataka, Kerala; stresses quality, speed and monsoon readiness

Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Monday conducted a detailed review of National Highway projects in Karnataka and Kerala, emphasising strict quality standards, timely execution and preparedness ahead of the upcoming monsoon season. The review meeting, held in New Delhi, was attended by Ministers of State Harsh Malhotra and Ajay Tamta, along with senior officials from the National Highways Authority of India, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, and project...

April 15, 2026 10:57 AM

PM Modi shares Sanskrit subhashitam, expresses gratitude to farmers amid festive celebrations

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday shared a Sanskrit Subhashitam and expressed gratitude to farmers across the country, acknowledging their vital role in sustaining the nation, especially during ongoing festive celebrations. In a post on X, PM Modi said, “Many festivals and celebrations have been observed across various parts of the country. For these occasions filled with enthusiasm and joy, we are grateful to our hardworking farmer brothers and sisters, who nourish the entire nation....

April 15, 2026 10:20 AM

PM Modi extends Vishu greetings, highlights festival’s message of hope and positivity

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended greetings on the auspicious occasion of Vishu, describing the festival as a symbol of hope, happiness and positivity. In a post on X, PM Modi said, “Have a wonderful Vishu!” “Greetings on the auspicious occasion of Vishu! This festival is about hope and happiness. It emphasises on positivity and gratitude towards all. May the coming year be full of joy, prosperity and good health. May the year bring new opportunities, success and peace a...

April 9, 2026 9:48 PM

Assembly elections: Assam and Puducherry record highest-ever voter turnout

Assam and Puducherry registered their highest-ever voter turnout in Assembly elections as polling across three regions concluded peacefully on Thursday, the Election Commission of India (ECI) said. According to provisional data, Assam recorded a turnout of 85.38%, surpassing its previous high of 84.67% in 2016, while Puducherry achieved a record 89.83%, exceeding its earlier peak of 86.19% in 2011. Kerala also witnessed strong participation, with voter turnout estimated at 78.03%. Polling was ...

April 9, 2026 5:34 PM

Assembly elections: Polling records high turnout in Assam, Kerala and Puducherry

Polling for the 2026 Assembly elections in Assam, Kerala and the Union Territory of Puducherry progressed steadily on Thursday, with voter turnout registering strong figures by the evening. According to data released by the Election Commission of India, turnout at 5 p.m. stood at 84.42% in Assam, 75.01% in Kerala, and 86.92% in Puducherry. In Assam, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma cast his vote at a polling station in Jalukbari, the constituency he represents and is contesting from as a can...