New study finds significant ecological degradation in the Veli-Akkulam lake
The study reveals a stark decline in the biomass of species such as prawns, cichlids. Experts call for urgent ecosystem-based management and eco-restoration to conserve the lake, with special focus…
Sitaram Yechury: An affable comrade who played peacemaker in Kerala
In 2016 after the Assembly win, when the CPI(M) chose Pinarayi Vijayan to lead the government contrary to the wishes of V.S. Achuthanandan, it was Yechury who assuaged the party…
Tributes pour in from across the aisle for Sitaram Yechury
Rahul calls him “protector of the idea of India”, while Modi appreciated his “ability to connect across the political spectrum” Rahul calls him “protector of the idea of India”, while…
Majhi government puts an end to practice of arbitrary rehiring of retired employees in Odisha
A stringent process has been put in place for reengagement of retired employees while reengagement has been limited to 1% of sanctioned strength in a department A stringent process has…
Two held in Indore Army officers assault and friend’s rape case
Rahul Gandhi charged against the Madhya Pradesh government in Parliament, while CM Mohan Yadav defended the record of his administration; the alleged incident took place in Indore district near Mhow-Mandleshwar…
Satellite-based tolling likely from next year, says government official
The Indian Highways Management Company Limited is preparing bids for toll chargers, which are expected to be floated in the last quarter of 2024, said Anurag Jain, Secretary, MoRTH. The…
PIL filed against Mylapore Kapaleeswarar Temple land leased out to WIA since 1984
Litigant says, 10 grounds of valuable land in the heart of Chennai city had been given on long lease for a paltry monthly rent of ₹3,000 Litigant says, 10 grounds…
Facing charges under UAPA, Bandipora candidate files nomination papers with GPS tracker on ankle
Independent candidate Hafiz Malik is a former district chief of the banned Jamaat-e-Islami; impressed by the “free and fair” Lok Sabha election in J&K, he decides to jump into State…
Karnataka leaders recall their association with Yechury
Siddaramiah said Yechury played a vital role in formation of UPA-I government Siddaramiah said Yechury played a vital role in formation of UPA-I government