The New Indian Express Kochi - April 25, 2025
The New Indian Express Kochi - April 25, 2025
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April 25, 2025
It's cool, say passengers to KSRTC's converted superfast AC bus service
For passengers forced to travel long distances during the day under the unforgiving sun, the Kerala State Road Transport Corporation's (KSRTC) superfast AC service could not have arrived at a better time.
1 min
CSL Delivers First of Six Cargo Vessels to Norway Firm
The Cochin Shipyard Ltd (CSL) delivered the first vessel in a series of six 3,800 deadweight tonnage (DWT) dry cargo vessels to Norway's Wilson Ship Management AS, the largest short sea shipping company in Europe on Thursday.
1 min
Youths' party' on Queen's Walkway at 3.30am, irked residents call cops
Three booked; youngsters refused to budge even after police asked them to clear out
1 min
Support amid queries at all-party meet
AT an all-party meeting convened by the government on Thursday, Opposition MPs questioned the security lapses behind the Pahalgam massacre, but assured that they were with the Centre on combating terrorism.
1 min
TN native gets death penalty in 2022
RULING that the 2022 Ambalamukku Vineetha murder case fell in the 'rarest of the rare' category, the Thiruvananthapuram Additional Sessions Court on Thursday handed capital punishment to Tamil Nadu native Rajendran.
1 min
Amid the outpouring of sympathy, cyber attackers take aim at Arathy
IN A DISTURBING trend, Arathy Menon, daughter of N Ramachandran, who was killed in the Pahalgam terrorist attack, was on Thursday the target of cyber attacks.
1 min
'Issac appointed as advisor to non-existent department'
THE amicus curiae appointed by the Kerala High Court to assist the court in a public interest litigation challenging the appointment of former finance minister T M Thomas Isaac as an advisor to the Vijnana Keralam (Knowledge Kerala) project has informed that the appointment made is to a department that does not exist.
1 min
Short-staffed Kerala Jails Struggle to Support Inmates' Education Dreams
PRISON officials in Kerala are stumped.
2 mins
Edu dept's 'tax-evading Christian staff' query to schools sparks row
Directive targeting Christian employees was issued to schools under Areacode sub-district
2 mins
Odisha CM Mohan announces ₹20-lakh ex gratia for family of tourist killed in Kashmir
IT WAS a grief-draped morning for the quaint Ishani village in Balasore district as the mortal remains of Prasant Kumar Satpathy had just reached home.
2 mins
K'taka Will Cooperate With Centre in Fighting Terrorism, Says CM
ASSERTING that his government will fully cooperate with the Centre in combating terrorism, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Thursday said, \"The Union Government has taken certain actions. They should ensure that it (acts of terror) doesn't repeat.\"
1 min
Training on cards for 1.7L teachers to school 38L students on cybersafety
FOR ALL its advantages, the cyberspace is still full of pitfalls. And frequently, it is the active but vulnerable young minds that fall victim to those.
2 mins
Nearly 82 Lakh People in Kerala at High Risk of TB, Says Health Dept
Despite decline in overall cases, the disease remains a leading cause of death in the state
2 mins
For a Smarter, Not Smaller, Govt
Deregulation has become a new buzzword that one hears often these days with the coming in of the department of government efficiency in the US and Javier Milei in Argentina.
3 mins
War Clouds Gather Over South Asia
While preparing an appropriate response to the Pahalgam attack, Islamabad's realignment with Dhaka should be kept in view. Pakistan Army seems concerned of US support for India
4 mins
Terror Can't Extinguish Our Indomitable Spirit: J&K Parties' Resolution
An all-party meeting convened by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday passed a unanimous resolution condemning the terror attack on tourists in Pahalgam and supporting the Centre's efforts to bring the perpetrators to justice.
1 min
Oppn seeks action against terror camps, says assault on 'values of our republic'
LEADERS across party lines on Thursday sought decisive action against terrorism and destroying terror camps, even as they flagged security lapses in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam, where 26 people were gunned down by terrorists.
1 min
Pahalgam shadow over Fawad Khan-starrer Abir Gulaal
HINDI romantic-comedy film 'Abir Gulal' featuring Pakistani actor Fawad Khan in the lead has run into rough weather as the Government on Thursday decided not to allow its release in India.
1 min
Pak terror link established, 3 LeT terrorists identified
IN the first breakthrough in the ongoing probe into the Pahalgam terror attack, security agencies have identified the three Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorists involved in gruesome killings of tourists.
2 mins
No visa to Pak nationals: India
NEW DELHI on Thursday briefed envoys from across the globe, including the US, the UK, France, China, and Russia, on the Pahalgam terror attack and its link to cross-border terrorism even as it stopped issuing visas to Pakistan nationals.
1 min
Indus Basin rivers backbone of Pak GDP, key to maintain food security
INDIA has suspended the 65-year-old Indus Water Treaty (IWT) in response to Pakistan's role in the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack.
1 min
I'm proud of my son who took bullets to save lives of tourists, says Adil's father
Except forces' movement, shops & restaurants, earlier brimming with visitors, remain shut
2 mins
Pahalgam Wears Deserted Look Amid Tourist Exodus
Except forces' movement, shops & restaurants, earlier brimming with visitors, remain shut
2 mins
Talks on as BSF jawan enters Pak, detained
A Border Security Force (BSF) jawan was detained by Pakistan Rangers after he accidentally crossed the Punjab border into the neighbouring country, and talks are on between the two forces to secure his release, officials said on Thursday.
1 min
Assam MLA held over 'misleading' remarks on attack
An MLA of Assam's Opposition party All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF), Aminul Islam, was arrested on Thursday for linking the BJP-led Central government to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that left 26 people dead.
1 min
What will happen to Shahnaaz Shahid of Karachi?
WITH the Centre's directives to Pakistani nationals living in India to leave the country within 48 hours following the Pahalgam massacre, the way forward for Shahnaaz Shahid of Karachi seems difficult as she has lost her travel documents, including her passport and visa documents, after coming to India.
1 min
Scramble at Attari as Pak nationals rush to leave, Afghan trade uncertain
Since Thursday morning, Pakistani nationals currently visiting India have been making a beeline for the Attari-Wagah border to return to their country.
2 mins
Kashmiri students harassed, abused & assaulted in Himachal and Punjab
THE Kashmiri students in Himachal Pradesh, Punjab and Uttarakhand were reportedly harassed by right-wing and fringe elements on Thursday following the Pahalgam killings, with several students in Dehradun succumbing to threats and fleeing home.
1 min
New Jersey wildfire to affect quality of air in NY
A fast-moving wildfire engulfing part of New Jersey's Pine Barrens was expected to grow, with smoke affecting the air quality in the New York City area before rain arrives this week, authorities said.
1 min
Trump Appalled by Russian Barrage of Missiles on Kyiv...
RUSSIA attacked Kyiv with an hourslong barrage of missiles and drones, killing at least nine people and injuring more than 70 in its deadliest assault on the Ukrainian capital since last July and just as peace efforts are coming to a head.
2 mins
US officials meet over Trump's poll overhaul order
STATE and local election officials from across the country are meeting Thursday to consider President Donald Trump's executive order that seeks major changes to how elections are run, the first time those in charge of the nation's voting will formally gather to weigh in on its implications.
1 min
Urges Putin to stop Kyiv attacks in rare rebuke
US President Donald Trump on Thursday offered rare criticism of Vladimir Putin, urging the Russian leader to \"stop!\" after a deadly barrage of attacks on Kyiv, Ukraine's capital.
1 min
China denies talks with US to reach deal
CHINA on Thursday denied any suggestion that it was in active negotiations with the administration of US President Donald Trump over tariffs, saying that any notion of progress in the matter was as groundless as \"trying to catch the wind.\"
1 min
Devyani buys majority stake in Biryani by Kilo
DEVYANI INTERNATIONAL, which operates quick service restaurants (QSR) like KFC and Pizza Hut, has acquired an 80.72% stake in Sky Gate Hospitality, the parent company of Biryani by Kilo.
1 min
Axis Bank profit declines to ₹7,118 cr on low fee income
Despite a growth in the core interest income, Axis Bank on Thursday reported a marginal drop in standalone net income at ₹7,118 crore in the March quarter, lower than ₹7,130 crore in the year-ago period, as its trading income fell substantially in the reporting period from over ₹1,000 crore to a low ₹173 crore.
1 min
ED raids Gensol, detains co-promoter
THE Enforcement Directorate Thursday conducted searches against beleaguered Gensol Engineering Ltd and detained its co-promoter Puneet Singh Jaggi from a Delhi hotel, official sources said.
1 min
SAMHI to sell 35% stake to GIC for ₹752 crore
SINGAPORE's sovereign wealth fund, GIC, is acquiring a 35% stake in three subsidiaries of SAMHI Hotels—Courtyard & Fairfield by Marriott (Bengaluru ORR), Hyatt Regency Pune and the recently acquired Trinity Hotel in Whitefield, Bengaluru—for an investment of Rs 752 crore.
2 mins
Airlines warn passengers of disruption due to Pak airspace closure
TWO of India's largest airlines -- IndiGo and Air India -- have warned passengers of service disruptions following Pakistan closing its airspace to Indian airlines.
1 min
Microsoft India & South Asia rejigs top deck; appoints COO, HR head
MICROSOFT on Thursday announced that Himani Agrawal has been elevated as chief operating officer (COO), Microsoft India & South Asia.
1 min
Airtel seeks conversion of spectrum dues into equity
AFTER Vodafone Idea, Bharti Airtel has approached the government for conversion of its deferred spectrum dues into equity.
1 min
Arsenal lacked 'energy' in 2-2 draw vs Palace
MIKEL Arteta admitted Arsenal have to get their \"energy\" back for the Champions League showdown with Paris Saint-Germain after a lacklustre 2-2 draw against Crystal Palace left Liverpool on the brink of winning the Premier League.
1 min
Wadhera aims to be known as match-winner
KNOWING that you are good rather than just being good, and retaliating at the right time after soaking up the pressure have been imperative to Nehal Wadhera's success with Punjab Kings in this IPL season.
1 min
Desperate Super Kings seek victory to stay alive
WHEN the 2025 Indian Premier League season began, neither Chennai Super Kings nor Sunrisers Hyderabad would have thought they would be where they are at the moment.
2 mins
Royal show: Bengaluru finally feels the Josh
IT has been the template for Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Let Virat Kohli do what he does best while trying to build a batting line-up that complements him. Over the years, they have struggled to get the combination right, but this year that is not the case. And it was clear from their first game that Phil Salt and Devdutt Padikkal play aggressors allowing Kohli to pace his innings.
1 min
Record players Praveen, Animesh steal show on last day
THE concluding day of the 28th National Federation cup athletic meet here witnessed some exciting action.
2 mins
Artificial Intelligence Is A Necessity, Not A Choice
With the increased adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) across every line of businesses, Rajeev Singh, vice-president and business head for midmarket & emerging business at SAP India said AI will be a necessity and not a choice for organizations in times to come and that it will be an integral part of every business.
2 mins
Meditation on Emotion, Ecology
THE vibrant world of contemporary art finds a fresh voice in The Grounded Guardians: A Meditation on Mangrove Roots, an exhibition featuring the evocative works of artist Bindhi Rajagopal.
1 min
The Beauteous Traditions Of Beauty
We unfortunately, are a nation that runs towards the West when the West is waiting to listen to some answers that we have been gifted from our ancestors.
2 mins
A Boon For The Brain
It's been a long, exhausting day and you can't wait to jump into bed, get cozy under the covers, and doze off—but not before opening Instagram and getting your nightly fix of reels.
2 mins
Stephen Frears to adapt William Dalrymple's The Anarchy
While Malayalam cinema has certainly produced its fair share of compelling stories in recent years, it is also no stranger to mediocrity.
3 mins
Qualley's Honey Don't! to Hit Theatres on August 22
AS REPORTED earlier, The Substance star Margaret Qualley is reprising her lesbian detective character in Honey Don't!, the second installment in filmmaker Ethan Coen's so-called 'lesbian B-movie' series. The film has now been slated for theatrical release on August 22.
1 min
M A Nishad Announces His Upcoming Film, Lurk
DIRECTOR-PRODUCER M A Nishad, who has made films like Pakal, Vairam, and No. 66 Madhura Bus, announced the commencement of his latest film.
1 min
Payal Kapadia Receives French Honor After Grand Prix Win
DIRECTOR PAYAL Kapadia has been felicitated with the prestigious French civilian honour, Officier dans l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres (Officer of the Order of Arts and Letters in English), for her contribution to cinema.
1 min
Sonu Sood's Sarpanch Sahab to Premiere on April 30
ACTOR SONU Sood and wife Sonali Sood have produced a rural comedy-drama series called Sarpanch Sahab which will start streaming on WAVES OTT from April 30.
1 min
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Category: Newspaper
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