Kollam City Police have launched a month-long anti-drug drive to strengthen awareness against drug abuse and encourage public participation in prevention efforts across the city. The campaign, reported on June 17, comes as Kerala continues to focus on anti-narcotics awareness, enforcement and early intervention to protect students and young people from substance abuse. Awareness Drive To Focus On Youth Safety

Complaint Against HC Mahadevappa Sparks Karnataka Cabinet Buzz A corruption complaint against Congress MLA HC Mahadevappa has added a new political twist ahead of Karnataka’s expected cabinet expansion.   HC Mahadevappa Complaint Puts Karnataka Cabinet Hopes In Focus A complaint seeking an independent probe into alleged corruption and irregularities involving Karnataka Congress

Velachery–Tambaram Road To Be Named After Major Mukund Varadharajan The Velachery–Tambaram High Road in Chennai is set to be named after Major Mukund Varadharajan, the Indian Army officer who was killed in action and later honoured with the Ashoka Chakra, India’s highest peacetime gallantry award. The Tambaram Corporation Council has approved a resolution to name the 16-km

Tamil Nadu True Debt Burden Pegged At Rs 13.18 Lakh Crore In White Paper Tamil Nadu’s latest White Paper on state finances has pegged the state’s “true debt burden” at Rs 13.18 lakh crore, after including contingent liabilities, guarantees, and obligations linked to public sector undertakings. The report, released by Finance Minister N Marie Wilson on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, covers the five years from 2021-22 to 2025-26. It said Tamil Nadu’s fi

CM Naidu Invites Singapore Investors To Back Andhra Growth Plans Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has invited Singapore investors to partner with the state’s next phase of growth, highlighting opportunities in Amaravati development, startups, technology, manufacturing, and future industries. During his Singapore visit, Naidu reached out to startup founders, ve

Annamalai’s Migrant Worker Registry Demand Sparks Fresh Tamil Nadu Political Debate Tamil Nadu has witnessed a fresh political debate after K Annamalai raised concerns over the need for better monitoring of migrant workers entering the state for employment. His comments came after recent crime cases involving accused persons from other states, prompting him to call for a proper registry and verification system. The issue has drawn attention because Ann

DMK-Congress Rift Deepens After Murasoli Attack On Rahul Gandhi The political tension between the DMK and Congress has intensified after the DMK’s official mouthpiece, Murasoli, sharply criticised Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over the INDIA bloc unity and the recent Tamil Nadu alliance fallout. The issue has added fresh pressure on opposition unity, especially in Tamil Nadu politics. DMK Questions Congress Over Alliance Politics

SCCL Coal Row: Kishan Reddy Seeks Probe Into Stock Gap Union Minister G Kishan Reddy has sought a detailed inquiry into reports of a major coal stock discrepancy at SCCL in Telangana. The issue involves around 40 lakh tonnes of coal, reportedly worth ₹1,600 crore, and has raised concerns over public sector accountability and inventory management. SCCL Coal Row: Kishan Reddy Seeks Probe Into Stock Gap Union Coal Minister G K

Karnataka MLC Polls: Resort Politics Returns As Congress Tries To Prevent Cross-Voting Karnataka politics is once again seeing the return of resort politics as the ruling Congress moves to keep its MLAs together ahead of the June 18 Legislative Council elections. The move comes at a time when the contest for seven Council seats has become tighter than expect

Family With Toddler Misses Train Despite Confirmed AC Tickets A family travelling with a one-year-old child missed the Seemanchal Express at Bihar’s Patliputra Junction despite having confirmed AC 2 Tier tickets, after heavy crowding allegedly blocked access to their coach. The incident has raised fresh questions about passenger safety and crowd management at railway stations, especially when reserved coach entry is blocked by heavy platform crowds.

Kollam Students Test Positive For Shigella The confirmation of Shigella infection among students in Kollam has increased health surveillance in Kerala, with officials urging safe drinking water, hygiene, and sanitation measures.   Two Students Test Positive In Kollam Two students undergoing treatment at the Government Medical College Hospital, Parippally, in Kerala’s Kollam district have tested positive for Shigella infectio

TMC Faces Fresh Pressure Amid Rebel MP Claims The Trinamool Congress is facing fresh political pressure as rebel MP claims and resignations deepen the crisis. Amid speculation over his stand, Shatrughan Sinha has denied joining the rebel camp and said he remains with Mamata Banerjee. The crisis within the Trinamool Congress deepened on Thursday as party MP Shatrughan Sinha denied reports linking him to a rebel camp and firmly reaff

A fresh row has emerged in Karnataka after Sri Rama Sene chief Pramod Mutalik criticised writer KS Bhagawan over his statement linked to Lord Rama. Mutalik said such public remarks should not affect religious sentiments or weaken social harmony. Karnataka Lord Rama Remark Row: Mutalik Reacts To KS Bhagawan Statement Sri Rama Sene chief Pramod Mutalik has criticised writer KS Bhagawan over a recent statement related to Lord Rama. Mutalik said public figur

Kerala health officials have stepped up precautionary monitoring in Kozhikode after a 43-year-old man was placed under observation for suspected Nipah infection. Authorities have clarified that the case remains only suspected at this stage and final confirmation from the National Institute of Virology in Pune is still awaited. Health officials are closely monitoring the patient’s contacts and have advised the public to remain alert, follow hygiene precautions and seek medical help

Historic Bengaluru Bungalow Set For DKS Official Residence The 160-year-old Kumarakrupa bungalow in Bengaluru is being renovated to become DK Shivakumar’s official residence. The 12-room heritage structure has brought renewed attention to one of Bengaluru’s oldest government properties, blending Karnataka politics with the city’s heritage history.   Kumarakrupa Bungalow To Become DK Shivakumar’s Official