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The Indian Coast Guard has commissioned ICGS Achal, the fifth Adamya-class fast patrol vessel, enhancing its coastal security and offshore asset protection. Built with 60% indigenous content at Goa Shipyard Ltd for Rs 473 crore, the vessel signifies India's growing self-reliance in defence manufacturing and will undertake diverse maritime operations.

Bihar’s Tourism Minister Kedar Prasad Gupta says wherever there are "such old hotels (buildings) or heritage structures, we will beautify them all"

But another Iran-US flare-up could hit plan

Two suspected Bangladeshi smugglers were killed by BSF fire along the Tripura border on Friday night. The incident occurred near Kamalasagar border outpost when a group of smugglers, allegedly aided by villagers, began pelting stones at troops after being challenged during a smuggling attempt. The deceased were identified and their bodies handed over to the Border Guard Bangladesh.

Party to depute two deputy leaders of Opposition in Assembly

Affluent pilgrims are opting for lavish Haj packages, enjoying luxury accommodations, private transport, and gourmet multi-cuisine buffets. These premium services, including air-conditioned tents and proximity to sacred sites, come at a significant cost, sparking debate about the display of wealth during the religious journey.

TVK secures support of five Congress MLAs-elect, two each from CPI, CPI(M), VCK and IUML, taking the tally to 120

Water availability in Kochi Corpn. slips into deficit from late November to early May, finds a study conducted as part of preparing a water budget

Pope Leo XIV's Vatican is signaling a nuanced approach to LGBTQ+ Catholics, embracing dialogue while maintaining traditional stances on same-sex blessings. A recent Vatican report highlighted testimonies from gay Catholics, emphasizing social justice over sexual morality. This move has drawn praise from advocates and criticism from conservatives, underscoring the ongoing internal church debate.

A Frontier Airlines flight bound for Los Angeles struck and killed a pedestrian who had jumped the airport's perimeter fence and was crossing the runway during takeoff. The incident sparked an engine fire, prompting the evacuation of 224 passengers and seven crew members. Minor injuries were reported among passengers, and authorities are investigating the fatal event.

Neem trees are dying due to dieback disease caused by infection by fungus Phomopsis Azadirachtae and Tea Mosquito Bug, says Dr. YSRHU Vice-Chancellor K Dhanumjaya Rao

When a special team conducting surprise checks approached the shop run by Mahalakshmi, she tried to escape from the spot

This edition will discuss topics such as role of regional parties in strengthening India’s democracy, diplomacy in times of conflict, women’s representation in Parliament, and India and China’s role in shaping a new global order

As of now, there will be one representative each for women and Scheduled Castes (SC) in the Cabinet in Tamil Nadu.

CPCL also enjoyed the advantage of getting a choice of crudes

A case for practical robotics in schools