The authorities on Tuesday blamed the temple officials attached to Anjootambalam Veererkavu Temple in Kerala's Nileshwaram for the cause of the fire that left 154 people injured. The police took two officials into custody for questioning.
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India sends 30 tonnes of essential medical supplies to Palestine
This initial batch also included 30 tonnes of medicines and food items, including a range of essential medical supplies, surgical items, dental products, general medical items, and high-energy biscuits.
Confident that Ayurveda will continue to be useful for entire humanity, says PM Modi
Extending his greeting to the nation on the occasion of Ayurveda Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said he is confident that the ancient medicine system will be useful for the health of entire humanity.
Tripura CM bats for control of car sales to curb traffic congestion
Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Monday said that to control the traffic congestion in the state, especially in Agartala, measures should be taken to control car sales to curb vehicular growth.
India and Spain put high-speed rail collaboration on fast track
India and Spain on Monday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on cooperation in the field of rail transport that is expected to boost collaboration in the planning, deployment, operation and maintenance of high-speed and conventional railways.
Maharashtra polls: BJP to contest 146 seats; leaves four for allies
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will contest 146 seats leaving four seats from its quota to allies including Yuva Swabhiman Party, Rashtriya Samaj Paksha, Republican Party of India (Athavale) and Jan Surajya Shakti Paksha.
People spontaneously becoming BJP members: Tripura CM
Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Monday said the spontaneous response from people during the membership drive would further strengthen the foundation of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
Joining 'Mahagathbandhan' was mistake: Nitish Kumar reaffirms commitment to NDA
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Monday re-affirmed his commitment to the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), saying emphatically that he would not re-join the 'Mahagathbandhan' in the future.
BRICS evolving as dedicated platform for Global South: Russian Ambassador
Listing promotion of just and equal multipolarity as a vital priority, Russia's Ambassador to India, Denis Alipov on Monday asserted that the addition of more partner-countries will multiply the value of diversified partnership and add to BRICS's global influence, which is now making a decisive contribution to the global food and energy security.
43rd Agartala Book fair to begin from January 2; preparatory meeting held
Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha on Monday chaired a preparatory meeting for the 43rd Agartala Book Fair, scheduled to begin from January 2 next here at Agartala Hapania International Ground.
ED raids former MUDA Commissioners in land scam linked to Siddaramaiah
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) probing the alleged Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) scam conducted raids at the residences of former MUDA commissioners D.B. Natesh and G.T. Dinesh Kumar on Monday, sources said.
Indo-China border tension de-escalation: Military disengagement in Eastern Ladakh to complete by Oct 29
The military disengagement process between India and China on the Line of Actual Control (LAC) was believed to be completed on Monday even though latest reports suggest that the process is still going on in Depsang plains and Demchok -- two 'friction points' -- in Eastern Ladakh, sources said.
Delhi: Saket residents up in arms over water shortage ahead of Diwali
Residents in south Delhi’s Saket on Monday sought help from Chief Minister Atishi for an immediate solution to the severe water shortage in the area that has thwarted their preparations for Diwali.
Your vote is for peace, democracy and equality: Priyanka Gandhi in Wayanad
Congress-led UDF candidate Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Monday began her byelection campaign in the Wayanad Lok Sabha constituency by launching a scathing attack on the Centre, alleging that the values of the Constitution are constantly being subverted. She urged the people to vote for peace, democracy and equality in India.
Three terrorists involved in attempted ambush in J&K’s Akhnoor killed
Three terrorists involved in an attempted ambush on an Army vehicle in Jammu and Kashmir’s Akhnoor area on Monday have been killed, official sources said here.
Manipur: Hand grenade found in front of college near Raj Bhavan
A powerful live hand grenade was found at the gates of Ghanapriya Women's College, located less than 100 metres from the Raj Bhavan here on Monday, police said.
Jharkhand Cong Working Prez Manas Sinha resigns, joins BJP
Jharkhand Pradesh Congress Working President, Manas Sinha, resigned from the Congress on Monday and joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), in a move seen as a significant shift in state politics.
No reunion between Raj and Uddhav, says MNS chief's son Amit Thackeray
Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) candidate from Mahim constituency, Amit Thackeray, who made his debut in electoral politics with this nomination, on Monday completely ruled out a reunion between estranged cousins Raj Thackeray and Uddhav Thackeray.
PM Modi, Spanish Prez greet specially-abled girl as she gifts them portraits during Vadodara roadshow
In a heartwarming moment during Vadodara roadshow, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Spanish President Pedro Sanchez took a special pause to greet Dia Gosai, a specially-abled student from MS University who presented them a sketched portrait of both leaders.
PM Modi, Spanish Prez pledge to enhance partnership in bilateral talks, held at Laxmi Vilas Palace
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Spanish President Pedro Sanchez for bilateral talks at the Durbar Hall complex of Laxmi Vilas Palace in Vadodara on Monday. The focus of their discussion centered around strengthening bilateral ties across various sectors.
PM Modi to launch multiple health projects worth Rs 12,850 cr on Tuesday
In a major boost to the healthcare sector in India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to launch, inaugurate, and lay the foundation stone of multiple health-related projects worth around Rs 12,850 crore on October 29, the PM Office said on Monday.
Symbol of new work culture of New India: PM Modi on Tata-Airbus C-295 facility in Gujarat
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has praised the Tata-Airbus C-295 aircraft manufacturing facility in Vadodara as a symbol of “the new work culture of New India”, commending the swift and efficient execution of the project from its groundbreaking just two years ago to its inauguration this month.
UK parliamentarians call for release of Imran Khan
Pakistan’s former Prime Minister Imran Khan, who has been behind bars for over a year for multiple cases of corruption and sedition, is getting open support from parliamentarians from countries like the United Kingdom.
PM Modi, Spanish Prez inaugurate Tata-Airbus C295 facility, pave way for 'Make in India' in aviation
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, alongside Spanish President Pedro Sanchez, inaugurated the TATA Aircraft Complex in Vadodara, Gujarat, on Monday, marking a major milestone for the "Make in India" initiative in the aviation sector.
Price hike on festive items hits Deepavali sales in Chennai
Despite a surge in footfall at shopping malls and discount shops for the festive season, shopkeepers report a decline in sales volume across various stores in Chennai.