The New Indian Express Kochi - February 17, 2025
The New Indian Express Kochi - February 17, 2025
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February 17, 2025
Unsettling calm at ground zero hours after deadly rush
SUNDAY morning brought an eerie calm to New Delhi railway station, where just hours earlier a chaotic stampede had claimed 18 lives and left countless others shaken.
1 min
US Cancels $21 Million Grant Meant for Voter Turnout in India
The newly-created US Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), headed by billionaire Elon Musk, said it has cancelled the previous administration's $21 million funding to support efforts to increase voter turnout in India.
1 min
SAME OLD STORY FOR WOMEN CREW IN CINE INDUSTRY
Last month, three makeup artists went on hunger strike seeking equal job opportunities and safety in workplace
3 mins
In a first in state, nun takes charge as medical officer at govt hospital
SR Jean Rose of the Sisters of the Destitutes earned the distinction of becoming the first nun to take charge as a medical officer in the state when she joined the Family Health Centre (FHC) at Marayoor in Idukki district last December.
1 min
DUK's Bhumika app helps fight zoonotic diseases
AT A TIME when zoonotic diseases are a common occurrence in the state, a web-based spatial design support system, an innovation developed by the Digital University of Kerala (DUK), has changed the lives of livestock farmers.
1 min
'Uncomfortable' steel rods at bus stops to give way for better options
'Unscientific' seating arrangements at bus shelters prove troublesome for commuters
2 mins
Authorities turn blind eye to water shortage in suburbs, say residents
RESIDENTS in several places in the suburbs of Kochi, especially in areas where the Kerala Water Authority (KWA) network ends, are reeling from a shortage of drinking water.
1 min
IUML Rejects Tharoor's Praise of LDF's Industrial, Startup Growth
UDF's second-largest ally, IUML on Sunday dismissed Congress MP Shashi Tharoor's remarks praising the LDF government's achievements in fostering a positive startup ecosystem and industrial growth in Kerala.
1 min
Public school reforms helped revive Kerala's edu system, says CM
POINTING out that he was able to attend school only because the then government had done away with fees in public educational institutions, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan stressed that such reforms helped revitalise the education system in the state.
1 min
Fund irregularities: LSGD to inspect 21 Grade-I municipalities across state
WITH THE government planning a vigilance inquiry into the allegations of fund misappropriation in Kottayam municipality, the local self-government department has decided to check whether similar irregularities exist in other municipalities in the state.
1 min
University Amendment Bill 2025: Governor's stand to prove crucial
The Bill has provisions to make varsities comply with directives issued by pro-chancellor
2 mins
Sahasrakalasam at Sabarimala temple today
Sahasrakalasam, an important ritual at the hill shrine in Sabarimala, will be performed on Monday.
1 min
KASP gets ₹300 crore breather to settle dues
THE Karunya Arogya Suraksha Yojana (KASP) has received an additional allocation of ₹300 crore, raising its total funding to ₹979 crore—44% above its original budget of ₹679 crore.
1 min
Mar Thoma Church Calls Upon Faithful to Engage Digital World With Integrity
MAR Theodosius Mar Thoma, Metropolitan of the Malankara Mar Thoma Syrian Church, has called upon the faithful to uphold ethics in media consumption and engage with the world transparently and with integrity.
1 min
Official apathy, lack of awareness blamed for surge in rabies deaths
From five in 2020, the number of people who died from rabies increased to 26 in 2024
2 mins
The United States Of Inequality
India's south is richer and better developed than its north. But incomes are unevenly spread in either half. Urban decay and misogyny are just as common in both
4 mins
Countering Modern Critiques of Classics
My thoughts have been very much with our epics this week and I would like to share my understanding of a few epic incidents that I feel have been wrongly critiqued in modern India.
3 mins
Oppn trains guns at Vaishnaw, holds him 'accountable'
THE Opposition demanded the resignation of Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, holding him \"accountable\" for the horrific stampede.
1 min
Fear, sorrow grip Prayagraj passengers on platform no. 16
THE evening air at New Delhi Railway Station on Sunday crackled with unease.
1 min
High Feb temp likely to hamper wheat yields
WITH the temperature rising above normal in February, the fate of wheat crops in Northwest India looks uncertain.
1 min
NMC distances from non-payment of stipend for undergrads by pvt colleges
THE National Medical Commission (NMC) has washed off its hands on the issue of non-payment of stipends by 198 medical colleges and institutions to its undergraduate interns, postgraduate residents, and senior residents.
1 min
Nainital HC to hear 5 cases against UCC
IN a legal battle, five petitions have been filed against the recently implemented Uniform Civil Code (UCC), which came into effect on January 27.
1 min
2 Deportees Arrested for Murder in Patiala
TWO youths among the 117 Indian illegal immigrants deported from the US have been arrested by Punjab Police for their involvement in a murder case.
1 min
Meanwhile, India to Hand Over List of 10 Gangsters Hiding in US
Amid two rounds of deportations of Indians living illegally in the US by the Trump administration, Indian agencies are readying to hand over a list of 10 gangsters to the US security establishment.
1 min
ATS flags B'deshi terrorists entering J'khand for training
IN a shocking input received by Jharkhand Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS), some terrorists entered the state from Bangladesh and returned after providing training to some people in Pakur as part of a conspiracy.
1 min
Manipur tribals look up to Centre for lasting peace
The Arunachal Christian Forum (ACF), the apex organisation of various Christian denominations in the state, will spearhead the protest against the implementation of the APFRA.
1 min
U'khand mulls revised land bill with strict norms ahead of Budget session
WITH the Uttarakhand Assembly's budget session set to begin on February 18, preparations are underway to present the revised land law bill on the floor of the house, with Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami personally overseeing the developments.
1 min
Red alert sounded as poachers on prowl in MP
AN organised gang of tiger poachers, which also includes women and children, could have poached 10-11 tigers in Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh over the last three months.
2 mins
Landslide at gold mine in Mali kills 42
A gold mine collapsed in eastern Mali, killing dozens of people and injuring many more, according to Malian television and officials in the Kéniéba district where the accident occurred.
1 min
Police Arrest Pravind, Ex-PM of Mauritius, for Laundering
POLICE in Mauritius on Sunday arrested the island's former prime minister Pravind Jugnauth in a money-laundering probe and seized stacks of cash in raids on fellow suspects' homes, officials said.
1 min
Rain in U.S. Kills Eight
Torrential rains in Kentucky and Tennessee caused intense flooding and eight deaths.
1 min
Republican Vivek to Start His Governor Race on Feb 24
REPUBLICAN Vivek Ramaswamy is preparing to launch his 2026 bid for Ohio governor on Feb 24 in his native Cincinnati, with ensuing announcements held over two days in the Columbus, Toledo and Cleveland areas.
1 min
ISIS Lone Wolf Attacker Stabs One to Death, Hurts Five Others in Austria
A 23-year-old man stabbed six passersby in southern Austria on Saturday in what police said was a random attack that left a 14-year-old dead and five others injured.
1 min
Rubio in Israel says Hamas must be eradicated, complicating shaky truce
US Secy of State begins his first tour of the Arab world where he is likely to face pushback
2 mins
Ukraine calls US minerals deal colonial, refuses to sign
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he directed his ministers not to sign off on a proposed agreement to give the United States access to Ukraine's rare earth minerals because the document was too focused on US interests.
1 min
India is becoming integral part of global supply chain
ELSPUN Living is India's leading manufacturer and exporter of home textiles.
1 min
Repco Home Finance Q3 net profit up 7%
REPCO Home Finance has posted a 7% increase in its net profit for the December quarter at ₹107 crore compared to ₹99 crore in the year-ago period.
1 min
Equity Markets May Rebound This Week
Experts say that uncertainty surrounding Trump's economic policies, high valuations may impact the market in short term
2 mins
How To Make Sense Of Value When Prices Fall
Whenever share prices fall, there is a feeling of despondency. You want to know if you are on the right track with your investment choices.
3 mins
DO YOU HAVE ENOUGH HEALTH INSURANCE?
Recently, I met someone who said he ended up paying ₹12 lakh out of pocket in spite of having Health (Mediclaim) Cover of ₹15 lakh.
2 mins
Hyderabad-based Pennar Industries eyes 6 key verticals for future growth
SIX key verticals -- hydraulics, pre-engineered buildings, body-in-white components, tubes, engineering services, and process equipment -- will drive growth of Pennar Industries for the next few years, says Vice-Chairman and Managing Director Aditya Rao.
1 min
IBC recovery hovers at 31% as more cases get liquidated
LENDERS continue to take deeper haircuts/losses from the insolvency and bankruptcy process which has from day-one been plagued by ordinate delays.
1 min
Basilico, Pratiwi toppers
FRANCESCO Di Basilico from Italy (55.45 m) and Martina Ayu Pratiwi from Indonesia (64.25 m) won the men's and women's titles respectively at the SDAT Asia Triathlon Cup 2025, held at the INS Adyar on Sunday.
1 min
Spinner Priya sizzles as Giants crush Warriorz
YOUNG spinner Priya Mishra starred with three key wickets as Gujarat Giants beat UP Warriorz by six wickets in the Women's Premier League match here on Sunday.
1 min
Waiting Game Continues for Wrestlers Off the Mat
With participation at Ranking Series uncertain, selected grapplers yet to get appointment to meet sports minister to resolve matter
2 mins
FIH Pro League: Men's Hockey Team Wins While Women Lose Close Match
The Indian men's hockey team made a brilliant comeback to down Spain 2-0 in a return leg match of the FIH Pro League here on Sunday.
1 min
Reds move 7 points clear after win over Wolves, Utd suffer another loss
LIVERPOOL moved seven points clear at the top of the Premier League as Luis Diaz ended his goal drought to spark a tense 2-1 win against struggling Wolves on Sunday.
1 min
Shami Works On Lengths With Morkel
A focused Mohammed Shami spent considerable time with bowling coach Morne Morkel as a full-strength Indian team started its training in earnest ahead of its Champions Trophy opener against Bangladesh at the picturesque ICC Academy practice ground here on Sunday.
2 mins
The New Indian Express Kochi Newspaper Description:
Publisher: Express Network Private Limited
Category: Newspaper
Language: English
Frequency: Daily
The New Indian Express Kochi brings you the latest news, in depth analysis, and expert opinions on politics, business, economy, sports, entertainment, and culture. With a strong focus on Kerala’s local affairs, governance, infrastructure, and social issues, it provides reliable journalism and in-depth reporting. Whether it's breaking news, investigative stories, or exclusive interviews, The New Indian Express Kochi keeps you informed about all the latest updates.
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