Thamarassery:Traffic restrictions have been imposed on the Thamarassery Churam (ghat road) today (Tuesday). The restrictions have been enforced by the Thamarassery police due to the risk posed by the felling of a tree located between the 8th and 9th hairpin bends. Only emergency vehicles will be permitted to pass through the area until the tree…
National correspondent. Observed every year on June 17, the World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought raises awareness about the urgent need to halt land degradation and promote sustainable land management practices. This year’s theme, “United for Land. Our Legacy. Our Future,” spotlights the collective responsibility of nations, communities, and individuals in healing the planet’s rapidly deteriorating land resources. Global…
Iran’s state broadcaster, IRIB, came under attack following prior warnings from Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz. The incident, marked by dramatic visuals of chaos during a live broadcast, has further intensified the already fraught Iran-Israel tensions. Iran’s official state television channel, IRIB, was struck in a targeted attack on Sunday. During the live transmission, a…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi Honoured with Cyprus’ Highest Civilian Award: The Grand Cross of the Order of Makarios III Nicosia, Cyprus | June 16, 2025 — In a significant diplomatic gesture, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was awarded the Grand Cross of the Order of Makarios III, the highest civilian honour bestowed by the Republic…
In a remarkable tale of loyalty and bravery, a Buddhist monk in central Japan was rescued by his adopted dog during a terrifying encounter with a bear. The incident occurred on May 29 near Youkoku Temple in Niigata, highlighting the deep bond between man and animal. Tougen Yoshihara, the abbot of the historic Youkoku Temple,…
In a deeply spiritual gathering marked by devotion and reverence, His Holiness the Dalai Lama participated in a special prayer session at the Tsuglagkhang Temple in Dharamsala this morning. The event, held in the lead-up to his 90th birthday, emphasized the values of healing and compassion. Amid the sultry pre-monsoon atmosphere, His Holiness the Dalai…
As part of the nationwide cleanliness assessment under the ‘Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) Phase 2’, Wayanad district will participate in the ‘Swachh Survekshan Grameen 2025’ survey scheduled from June 17 to 23. The survey aims to identify the cleanest states and districts across India based on sanitation standards. The upcoming ‘Swachh Survekshan Grameen 2025’ will…
The Government of India is set to resume the long-delayed national census, which was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In a significant move, the central government has also announced plans to conduct a nationwide caste-based census, a step not taken since 1931. New Delhi – The Indian government has officially decided to restart the…
Meta Platforms has named Arun Srinivas as its new Managing Director and Head of India operations, effective July 1, 2025. With nearly three decades of experience across tech, FMCG, and investment sectors, Srinivas will lead Meta’s business and policy strategy in one of its fastest-growing markets. NEW DELHI – In a strategic leadership reshuffle, Meta…
A groundbreaking new study has raised serious concerns over the survival of Sri Lanka’s unique endemic species in the face of accelerating climate change. Once shaped by ancient glacial cycles and geographic isolation, the island’s rich biodiversity is now under severe threat, with researchers identifying amphibians and reptiles as the most vulnerable groups due to…
