The New Indian Express Kottayam - May 07, 2025
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In this issue
May 07, 2025
CJI Walks the Talk as SC Judges' Assets Go Public
IN a significant move to enhance transparency in the judiciary, 21 Supreme Court judges, including Chief Justice of India (CJI) Sanjiv Khanna, declared their assets, including those of their spouses, in the public domain.
1 min
UNSC Poses Tough Questions to Pak on Pahalgam Massacre
Amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan, the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) held a closed-door meeting at Pakistan's request, which ended without concrete resolutions.
1 min
CJI Walks the Talk as SC Judges' Assets Go Public
In a significant move to enhance transparency in the judiciary, 21 Supreme Court judges, including Chief Justice of India (CJI) Sanjiv Khanna, declared their assets, including those of their spouses, in the public domain.
1 min
UNSC Poses Tough Questions to Pak on Pahalgam Massacre
Amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan, the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) held a closed-door meeting at Pakistan's request, which ended without concrete resolutions.
1 min
Elanjithara Melam casts a spell on thousands
As thousands waved their hands to the rhythm of the melam, Kizhakkoot Aniyan Marar took his mastery of the chenda to another level, casting a spell on the audience.
1 min
THRISSUR POORAM UNITES THOUSANDS IN FESTIVE SPIRIT
S the setting sun painted the sky colourful, the Thekke Gopura Nada (south tower gate) of the Sree Vadakkumnatham temple presented one of the most spectacular of sights — kudamattom.
2 mins
Thiruvambady's Madathil Varavu enthrals spectators with panchavadyam
THE Thiruvambady Bhagavathy's procession aka Purappad to Brahmaswam Madom began early in the morning with panchavadyam on Tuesday.
1 min
Pinarayi inaugurates LDF anniv celebrations
CHIEF MINISTER Pinarayi Vijayan has said that the LDF government has constructed around 4.5 lakh houses for the homeless people of the state in a nine-year period.
1 min
District administration to take steps to prevent monsoon-related disasters
With the South-west monsoon season nearing, the district administration has convened a meeting to review preparations to be put in place to prevent monsoon-related disasters.
1 min
Workshop Calls For Improved Coordination
A ONE-DAY workshop organised by the Inter University Centre for Social Science Research and Extension (IUC-SSRE) of Mahatma Gandhi University, called for stronger interdepartmental coordination among the Forest, Tourism, and Tribal Affairs Departments.
1 min
Edamalakkudy gets dedicated panchayat office after 15 years
EDAMALAKKUDY, the state's first tribal panchayat, got a fully functioning panchayat office at Societykudi on Tuesday, 15 years after its formation.
1 min
Traffic congestion on Aroor-Thuravoor stretch of NH-66 causing hardships
Trouble for commuters
1 min
Pinarayi inaugurates LDF anniv celebrations
Pinarayi inaugurates LDF anniv celebrations
2 mins
State to roll out Mobile ABC Unit to tackle infra gaps, public resistance
Project to be piloted in T'Puram district; dept plans to expand mobile unit across the state
2 mins
Govt to marginally increase Plus-I seats for 2025-26 academic year
THE STATE government will allow a marginal increase in Plus-I seats for the 2025-26 academic year to ensure that all eligible students get admission, General Education Minister V Sivankutty has said.
1 min
Civil defence mock drill in all 14 districts today
THE CIVIL defence mock drill, announced by the Centre amid simmering tension with Pakistan in the wake of Pahalgam terror attack, will be conducted in all the 14 districts of the state on Wednesday.
1 min
State to roll out Mobile ABC Unit to tackle infra gaps, public resistance
Project to be piloted in T'Puram district; dept plans to expand mobile unit across the state
2 mins
SC upholds election of A Raja as Devikulam MLA
In a major relief to CPM leader A Raja, the Supreme Court on Tuesday set aside a Kerala High Court order cancelling his election from Devikulam assembly seat in Idukki district.
1 min
President Murmu's visit to boost Sabarimala's prominence
PRESIDENT Droupadi Murmu's visit to the Sabarimala temple on May 19, as part of her two-day trip to Kerala, will be a milestone for the temple.
2 mins
Centre opposes state govt's move to withdraw plea against governor
State's petition
1 min
Centre to review tyre import norms as rubber prices fluctuate
AMID fluctuating prices impacting the rubber plantation sector, the Union Government is taking decisive steps to address the long pending concerns raised by farmers regarding the loopholes in the import rules of rubber.
1 min
Social security cess costs govt dear as tax revenue from diesel sales dips
Kerala reports 3.21% decline; decrease attributed to fuel purchase from other states
1 min
SC upholds election of A Raja as Devikulam MLA
In a major relief to CPM leader A Raja, the Supreme Court on Tuesday set aside a Kerala High Court order cancelling his election from Devikulam assembly seat in Idukki district.
1 min
President Murmu's visit to boost Sabarimala's prominence
PRESIDENT Droupadi Murmu's visit to the Sabarimala temple on May 19, as part of her two-day trip to Kerala, will be a milestone for the temple.
2 mins
Centre opposes state govt's move to withdraw plea against governor
State's petition
1 min
Centre to review tyre import norms as rubber prices fluctuate
AMID fluctuating prices impacting the rubber plantation sector, the Union Government is taking decisive steps to address the long pending concerns raised by farmers regarding the loopholes in the import rules of rubber.
1 min
Social security cess costs govt dear as tax revenue from diesel sales dips
Kerala reports 3.21% decline; decrease attributed to fuel purchase from other states
1 min
Another Anthem: Rhyme & Reason of a Resistance
EDAN means hunter in Malayalam. Recall that Valmiki, the author of the Ramayana, once referred to as Ratnakara, was also a hunter.
3 mins
The Options on the Table Post Pahalgam
While the govt calibrates its response, some young Indians are trying to rescue Kashmir's tourist season. Kashmiris must show their usual support for the upcoming Amarnath Yatra
4 mins
Another Anthem: Rhyme & Reason of a Resistance
EDAN means hunter in Malayalam. Recall that Valmiki, the author of the Ramayana, once referred to as Ratnakara, was also a hunter.
3 mins
The Options on the Table Post Pahalgam
While the govt calibrates its response, some young Indians are trying to rescue Kashmir's tourist season. Kashmiris must show their usual support for the upcoming Amarnath Yatra
4 mins
Draw up T'gana model on caste census: Kharge to PM
CONGRESS president Mallikarjun Kharge wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday urging him to draw upon the Telangana caste survey as the model for the caste census and have a dialogue with all political parties on the issue soon.
1 min
How do states differ in enumerating castes?
RESERVATION, one of the unique characteristics of the Constitution, has been implemented after rounds of debates. Instead of using any one-size-fits-all option, policymakers have accommodated state-wise specifications.
1 min
'Gaganyaan' mission has entered final phase: Singh
INDIA's maiden human space mission, \"Gaganyaan\", has entered its final phase and may become a reality in 2027 following years of dedicated efforts by the country's space scientists, according to Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh.
1 min
SC junks Godhra convicts' petition on 2-judge bench
Counsel argues for 3-judge bench citing ruling in Red Fort terror case
2 mins
Demand for Indian talent abroad huge: Jaishankar
EXTERNAL Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday called upon Indians to be fully prepared to meet the huge demand for Indian talent globally.
1 min
CONCEPTUALISED AT WAVES, IICT SET TO DESIGN IIFT CURRICULUM
The Indian Institute of Creative Technology, a premier institution to be established in Mumbai, to revolutionize education in media, entertainment, and digital creativity.
1 min
India's water for country's interest: PM
PRIME Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said earlier even the water which rightfully belonged to India went outside the country but it will now flow for India's benefit and will be utilised for the country.
2 mins
Clogged toilets behind diversion of AI Toronto-Delhi flight to Frankfurt
TWO months after a Chicago-Delhi Air India flight earned international notoriety due to blocked toilets, another incident occurred late last week.
1 min
Draw up T'gana model on caste census: Kharge to PM
CONGRESS president Mallikarjun Kharge wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday urging him to draw upon the Telangana caste survey as the model for the caste census and have a dialogue with all political parties on the issue soon.
1 min
How do states differ in enumerating castes?
RESERVATION, one of the unique characteristics of the Constitution, has been implemented after rounds of debates. Instead of using any one-size-fits-all option, policymakers have accommodated state-wise specifications.
1 min
'Gaganyaan' mission has entered final phase: Singh
INDIA's maiden human space mission, \"Gaganyaan\", has entered its final phase and may become a reality in 2027 following years of dedicated efforts by the country's space scientists, according to Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh.
1 min
SC directs Maha EC to hold local body elections
Counsel argues for 3-judge bench citing ruling in Red Fort terror case
2 mins
Demand for Indian talent abroad huge: Jaishankar
EXTERNAL Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday called upon Indians to be fully prepared to meet the huge demand for Indian talent globally.
1 min
Conceptualized at Waves, IICT Set to Design IIFT Curriculum
The Indian Institute of Creative Technology, a premier institution to be established in Mumbai, will revolutionize education in media, entertainment, and digital creativity.
1 min
India's water for country's interest: PM
PRIME Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said earlier even the water which rightfully belonged to India went outside the country but it will now flow for India's benefit and will be utilised for the country.
2 mins
Clogged toilets behind diversion of AI Toronto-Delhi flight to Frankfurt
TWO months after a Chicago-Delhi Air India flight earned international notoriety due to blocked toilets, another incident occurred late last week.
1 min
Rahul meets family of Navy officer in Karnal
THE Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Tuesday met the family members of naval officer Lt Vinay Narwal, who was killed in the terrorist attack in Pahalgam.
1 min
Tight security on India-Nepal border in Bihar
BIHAR police have stepped up vigil in the Indo-Nepal border districts and around sensitive locations in the wake of tension at the international border with Pakistan following the Pahalgam violence.
1 min
14 Killed as Thunderstorms, Strong Winds Batter Gujarat
Downpour on the cards in isolated places
1 min
Chambal model to uproot Maoists in MP soon
More than two decades after special anti-dacoit informers played a key role in elimination of inter-state dacoits from the ravines of Chambal, Madhya Pradesh is set to replicate the same strategy to end the menace of left-wing extremism (LWE) in three districts bordering Chhattisgarh and Maharashtra.
1 min
Pak cross-border terror hit as IEDs & hand grenades recovered in Amritsar ops
IN a major blow to Pakistan's ISI-backed cross-border terror networks, the State Special Operation Cell (SSOC) Amritsar of Punjab Police, in a joint operation with a central agency, recovered a large cache of terrorist hardware.
1 min
Rahul meets family of Navy officer in Karnal
THE Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Tuesday met the family members of naval officer Lt Vinay Narwal, who was killed in the terrorist attack in Pahalgam.
1 min
Potash reserves found, AAP govt says Centre discriminating on exploration
POTASH reserves have been discovered by the Geological Survey of India (GSI) in Fazilka and Muktsar districts of Punjab but are not likely to be harnessed for the next few years, prompting the AAP-led state government to accuse the Centre of adopting a discriminatory treatment regarding exploration of the mineral.
1 min
Rahul meets family of Navy officer in Karnal
THE Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Tuesday met the family members of naval officer Lt Vinay Narwal, who was killed in the terrorist attack in Pahalgam.
1 min
Tight security on India-Nepal border in Bihar
BIHAR police have stepped up vigil in the Indo-Nepal border districts and around sensitive locations in the wake of tension at the international border with Pakistan following the Pahalgam violence.
1 min
14 Killed as Thunderstorms, Strong Winds Batter Gujarat
Downpour on the cards in isolated places
1 min
Chambal model to uproot Maoists in MP soon
More than two decades after special anti-dacoit informers played a key role in elimination of inter-state dacoits from the ravines of Chambal, Madhya Pradesh is set to replicate the same strategy to end the menace of left-wing extremism (LWE) in three districts bordering Chhattisgarh and Maharashtra.
1 min
Pak cross-border terror hit as IEDs & hand grenades recovered in Amritsar ops
IN a major blow to Pakistan's ISI-backed cross-border terror networks, the State Special Operation Cell (SSOC) Amritsar of Punjab Police, in a joint operation with a central agency, recovered a large cache of terrorist hardware.
1 min
Rahul meets family of Navy officer in Karnal
THE Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Tuesday met the family members of naval officer Lt Vinay Narwal, who was killed in the terrorist attack in Pahalgam.
1 min
Potash reserves found, AAP govt says Centre discriminating on exploration
POTASH reserves have been discovered by the Geological Survey of India (GSI) in Fazilka and Muktsar districts of Punjab but are not likely to be harnessed for the next few years, prompting the AAP-led state government to accuse the Centre of adopting a discriminatory treatment regarding exploration of the mineral.
1 min
Trump and Carney Hold High-Stakes Meet at White House
Trump slammed Canada on Truth Social for effectively freeloading off the US just minutes before greeting the recently re-elected Carney
2 mins
Israeli Warplanes Bomb Yemen Airport in Sanaa in Reprisal Against Houthis
ISRAELI warplanes bombed the airport in Yemen's rebel-held capital Sanaa on Tuesday, the latest retaliation for a missile strike by the Iran-backed Houthis that targeted Israel's main airport.
1 min
Sri Lanka govt faces first electoral test in local polls
SRI LANKA's leftist government faced its first electoral test with local polls on Tuesday since sweeping parliamentary and presidential votes last year, as the country emerged from economic meltdown.
1 min
Hegseth Directs 20% Cut in Top Military Leader Positions
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Monday directed the active duty military to shed 20% of its four-star general officers as the Trump administration moves forward with deep cuts that it says will promote efficiency but that critics worry could result in a more politicized force.
1 min
Friedrich Merz wins in 2nd ballot to become Germany's chancellor
FRIEDRICH Merz succeeded Tuesday in his bid to become the next German chancellor during a second vote in parliament, hours after he suffered a historic defeat in the first round.
1 min
Israeli Warplanes Bomb Yemen Airport in Sanaa in Reprisal Against Houthis
ISRAELI warplanes bombed the airport in Yemen's rebel-held capital Sanaa on Tuesday, the latest retaliation for a missile strike by the Iran-backed Houthis that targeted Israel's main airport.
1 min
Sri Lanka govt faces first electoral test in local polls
SRI LANKA's leftist government faced its first electoral test with local polls on Tuesday since sweeping parliamentary and presidential votes last year, as the country emerged from economic meltdown.
1 min
Hegseth Directs 20% Cut in Top Military Leader Positions
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Monday directed the active duty military to shed 20% of its four-star general officers as the Trump administration moves forward with deep cuts that it says will promote efficiency but that critics worry could result in a more politicized force.
1 min
Friedrich Merz wins in 2nd ballot to become Germany's chancellor
FRIEDRICH Merz succeeded Tuesday in his bid to become the next German chancellor during a second vote in parliament, hours after he suffered a historic defeat in the first round.
1 min
Paytm Net Loss Falls to ₹540 Cr; Revenue at ₹1,911 Cr
Paytm's parent firm One97 Communications on Tuesday posted its consolidated net loss for the quarter ended March 2025 at ₹540 crore.
1 min
HPCL Net Profit Up 18% To ₹3,355 Cr; GRM Decline
Hindustan Petroleum Corporation (HPCL) on Tuesday reported an 18% year-on-year rise in standalone net profit to ₹3,355 crore for Q4FY25 due to strong marketing margins.
1 min
FTA: Alcoholic bev industry raises concern
THE Indian alcoholic beverage industry has expressed discontent with the terms of free trade agreement (FTA) between India and the UK, fearing that reduced import duties on foreign liquor could hurt domestic producers.
1 min
Bob Shares Closes Over 10% Lower on Muted Earnings
The share price of Bank of Baroda on Tuesday closed 10.3% lower after tanking 15% intra-day as the second-largest public sector lender reported a muted set of numbers.
1 min
Boost for labour intensive sectors
INDIA and the UK on Tuesday finally concluded a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) that had been under negotiation for the past three years.
2 mins
Midcap, smallcap stocks fall amid India-Pak tension
MIDCAP and smallcap stocks faced significant selling pressure on Tuesday, mirroring the broader market's decline as geopolitical tensions between India and Pakistan remained elevated.
1 min
₹34k cr package for Internet in villages
INDIA is preparing a $4 billion (₹33,744 cr) investment plan to connect all the villages in the country with high-speed broadband, said Minister of Communications Jyotiraditya Scindia on Tuesday.
1 min
Social security rule to benefit IT staff
INDIA and the UK on Tuesday concluded a free trade agreement (FTA) and a double contribution convention or social security agreement that will benefit the IT sector.
1 min
New RBI norms to hit growth of NBFCs' gold loan portfolios
THE recent draft RBI directions on loans against gold collateral, aimed at harmonising the regulatory framework across regulated entities, likely to hit the growth of pure-play gold loan companies.
1 min
Global capability centres to see average 9.9% salary hike in 2025 on high demand
THE country's global capability centres (GCCs) are now emerging as employers of choice.
1 min
Paytm Net Loss Falls to ₹540 Cr; Revenue at ₹1,911 Cr
PAYTM's parent firm One97 Communications on Tuesday posted its consolidated net loss for the quarter ended March 2025 at ₹540 crore.
1 min
HPCL Net Profit Up 18% To ₹3,355 Cr; GRM Decline
Hindustan Petroleum Corporation (HPCL) on Tuesday reported an 18% year-on-year rise in standalone net profit to ₹3,355 crore for Q4FY25 due to strong marketing margins.
1 min
FTA: Alcoholic bev industry raises concern
THE Indian alcoholic beverage industry has expressed discontent with the terms of free trade agreement (FTA) between India and the UK, fearing that reduced import duties on foreign liquor could hurt domestic producers.
1 min
Bob Shares Closes Over 10% Lower on Muted Earnings
The share price of Bank of Baroda on Tuesday closed 10.3% lower after tanking 15% intra-day as the second-largest public sector lender reported a muted set of numbers.
1 min
Boost for labour intensive sectors
INDIA and the UK on Tuesday finally concluded a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) that had been under negotiation for the past three years.
2 mins
Midcap, smallcap stocks fall amid India-Pak tension
MIDCAP and smallcap stocks faced significant selling pressure on Tuesday, mirroring the broader market's decline as geopolitical tensions between India and Pakistan remained elevated.
1 min
₹34k cr package for Internet in villages
INDIA is preparing a $4 billion (₹33,744 cr) investment plan to connect all the villages in the country with high-speed broadband, said Minister of Communications Jyotiraditya Scindia on Tuesday.
1 min
New RBI norms to hit growth of NBFCs' gold loan portfolios
THE recent draft RBI directions on loans against gold collateral, aimed at harmonising the regulatory framework across regulated entities, likely to hit the growth of pure-play gold loan companies.
1 min
Global capability centres to see average 9.9% salary hike in 2025 on high demand
The country's global capability centres (GCCs) are now emerging as employers of choice.
1 min
In my opinion, India shouldn't be playing Pak at ICC events: Gambhir
ADVOCATING a complete ban on cricketing ties with Pakistan in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack, India head coach Gautam Gambhir on Tuesday said the national team should not be playing with the neighbouring nation till cross-border terrorism ends.
1 min
We haven't been consistent with performances: Vettori
SUNRISERS Hyderabad (SRH) have not been able to replicate their performance from last season.
2 mins
Indian Archers Dominate Compound Qualification
INDIA dominated the qualification round of the Archery World Cup Stage 2 in the compound section, with the men's and women's teams securing the top spots in the team rankings, here on Tuesday.
1 min
Iga Struggling with 'Perfectionism' Ahead of Rome
IGA Swiatek, who is still looking for her first title of 2025 as she prepares to defend her Rome title, on Tuesday blamed her quest for perfectionism for the difficulties she has been experiencing this year.
1 min
Sai of Relief for Gujarat Titans
The left-arm spinner from TN has been one of the consistent performers for team this season
3 mins
In my opinion, India shouldn't be playing Pak at ICC events: Gambhir
ADVOCATING a complete ban on cricketing ties with Pakistan in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack, India head coach Gautam Gambhir on Tuesday said the national team should not be playing with the neighbouring nation till cross-border terrorism ends.
1 min
We haven't been consistent with performances: Vettori
SUNRISERS Hyderabad (SRH) have not been able to replicate their performance from last season.
2 mins
Indian Archers Dominate Compound Qualification
INDIA dominated the qualification round of the Archery World Cup Stage 2 in the compound section, with the men's and women's teams securing the top spots in the team rankings, here on Tuesday.
1 min
Iga Struggling with 'Perfectionism' Ahead of Rome
IGA Swiatek, who is still looking for her first title of 2025 as she prepares to defend her Rome title, on Tuesday blamed her quest for perfectionism for the difficulties she has been experiencing this year.
1 min
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