Officer Cadet Balu cremated with full military honors

Officer Cadet Balu cremated with full military honors | Thiruvananthapuram News

Thiruvananthapuram: The funeral of Officer Cadet S Balu, who died during training at Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun, was conducted with full military honours at Santhi Kavadam on Saturday.The body, brought from Dehradun to Thiruvananthapuram airport on Friday night, was received with full honours by senior officials at Pangode Military Station and state govt representatives.Wreaths…

Read More
Kumarichantha flyover construction stalled amid protests over design

Kumarichantha flyover construction stalled amid protests over design | Thiruvananthapuram News

Thiruvananthapuram: Construction of the proposed Kumarichantha flyover on NH 66, between Enchakkal and Thiruvallam, is at a standstill following protests from residents and traders who are demanding a redesign. Minister V Sivankutty is preparing to convene a meeting later this month to resolve the impasse.The controversy surrounds the current plan proposed by National Highways Authority…

Read More
After tariff blow, jewellery exporters eye Middle East

After tariff blow, jewellery exporters eye Middle East | Surat News

Surat: With the US market slipping out of reach following a 50% tariff on Indian imports, the country’s gem and jewellery makers are shifting focus to the Middle East. Exporters see Saudi Arabia as a key growth destination, with shipments rising 45% to $151.5 million in 2024-25 and studded jewellery exports alone jumping 55%, according…

Read More
Controversy arises over appointment of retired Justice oseph as fee regulatory authority chairman

Controversy arises over appointment of retired Justice oseph as fee regulatory authority chairman | Thiruvananthapuram News

Thiruvananthapuram: The appointment of retired Justice Babu Mathew P Joseph as the chairman of the professional course fee regulatory authority sparked a controversy. Save Education Campaign Committee (SUCC) chairman and the petitioner in the CMDRF misuse case alleged that the appointment of the retired Lok Ayukta judge was against the rules.In a petition to chief…

Read More