Veteran Congress leader Vakkom Purushothaman passes away

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Veteran Congress leader Vakkom Purushothaman passes away

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Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala mourns the loss of veteran Congress leader Vakkom Purushothaman, who passed away. A law graduate from Aligarh Muslim University, he embarked on his political journey as a ward member in his panchayat located in the outskirts of the capital city. Throughout his illustrious career, Purushothaman served as a legislator five times and was elected to the Lok Sabha twice. He held significant positions in the state cabinet, serving as a minister on three separate occasions. Additionally, he served as the Speaker of the Kerala Legislative Assembly twice. Purushothaman's dedication and commitment to upholding rules and regulations were evident during his tenure as the Speaker, setting him apart from many of his peers in the party. He later assumed gubernatorial role...

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Maruti Suzuki India to buy out Suzuki Motor Corp share in Gujarat plant

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Chennai: Maruti Suzuki India has made a decision to acquire Suzuki Motor Corp's share in the Gujarat plant. The Suzuki Motor Gujarat (SMG) plant was established as a 100 per cent contract manufacturer for Maruti Suzuki India in 2014. However, with the changing dynamics of the automobile industry and the introduction of various powertrain technologies like electric vehicles (EV), hybrids, CNG, and ethanol, managing the production complexity with multiple powertrains under different managements has become challenging. To address this, the Board of Directors of Maruti Suzuki India decided to bring all production-related activities under Maruti Suzuki India Ltd to improve efficiency in production and the supply chain. As a result, the contract manufacturing agreement between Maruti Suzuki I...

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Jet Airways’ air operator certificate renewed by DGCA

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New Delhi: The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has renewed Jet Airways' air operator certificate, marking a significant milestone for the grounded passenger carrier's potential comeback in India. In a statement released by the Jalan-Kalrock Consortium on Monday, they confirmed that the successful resolution applicant of Jet Airways had obtained the renewal for the airline's AOC from the DGCA on July 28. This renewal showcases the Indian aviation regulator's confidence in Jet Airways' revival and demonstrates the consortium's unwavering commitment to bringing the airline back to operation. The Jalan-Kalrock Consortium expressed their heartfelt gratitude to the aviation regulator, the Ministry of Civil Aviation, and all other stakeholders for their unwavering support and t...

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Huge cache of explosives recovered in Assam, 3 ULFA-I linkmen arrested

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Guwahati: A significant quantity of explosives was seized in Assam, and three linkmen associated with the disbanded organization United Liberation Front of Assam (ULFA-I) were apprehended. The successful operation took place in the Central Mamarani area of Digboi town in Tinsukia district. Thanks to the swift action taken by a joint team comprising the police, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), and Indian Army, a potential attack was foiled. The cache of explosives included 8 kg of PEK, 33 detonators, a power pack, and six batteries. The arrests were made following extensive questioning of the three individuals identified as Sashankar Rajkhowa, Tutu Bora, and Juman Bora. Tutu Bora reportedly confessed during interrogation that the explosive material had been hidden close to a perso...

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Stampede at temple: over a dozen devotees injured

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Rewa: A stampede at a temple in Rewa, Madhya Pradesh has left over a dozen devotees injured. The incident occurred as a large number of devotees were present at the temple when an electric wire fell on some of them, triggering panic and chaos. As of now, there have been no confirmed casualties reported by officials. However, the injured persons, including women and children, were promptly taken to nearby hospitals for medical attention. Some of the more critical cases were referred to the Sanjay Gandhi Memorial Hospital in Rewa, located about 50 km from the temple. In response to the incident, Rewa SP Vivek Singh and Collector Pratibha Pal have rushed to the spot to oversee the situation and coordinate rescue efforts. The temple at the site, dedicated to Lord Shiva, holds immense ...

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Adani Green Q1 Results: Profit jumps 51% to Rs 323 crore; revenue surges 33%

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New Delhi: Adani Green Energy Ltd Reports Impressive Q1 FY24 Results; EBITDA from Power Supply Surges by 53% YoY. Adani Green Energy Ltd (AGEL) has released its Q1 FY24 results, showcasing remarkable performance in various aspects of its operations. The company's EBITDA from power supply has surged by 53% YoY, reaching Rs 1,938 crore. With an operational capacity of 8,316 MW, AGEL proudly maintains the largest operating renewable energy portfolio in the country. One of the significant contributors to AGEL's success has been the notable increase in energy sales, which have risen by 70% YoY to 6,023 million units in Q1 FY24. This growth is primarily attributed to strong capacity additions within the company. AGEL's solar portfolio's Capacity Utilization Factor (CUF) has shown improveme...

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Suresh Prabhu launches ‘1967 Parmeshwari Movement of Kashmir’

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New Delhi: Former Union Minister, Suresh Prabhu, launches '1967 Parmeshwari Movement of Kashmir,' a book that delves deep into a significant agitation of independent India led by Kashmiri Pandits in 1967. The movement was sparked by the mysterious disappearance of a 16-year-old girl who left home one morning and never returned, causing a wave of unrest that brought Kashmir to a standstill. During the agitation, more than 5,000 Kashmiri Pandits were arrested, dozens lost their lives, and numerous others were injured. Despite the challenges, the Parmeshwari agitation showcased an unprecedented display of courage and resilience within the Valley's Pandit community. The book sheds light on a crucial turning point in history when the former Home Minister of India intervened in Kashmir ...

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BJP to Organize Protest against Gehlot Government in Rajasthan on Tuesday

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New Delhi: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has announced its plans to stage a protest against the Gehlot government in Rajasthan on Tuesday. Addressing the media at the party headquarters, BJP National General Secretary, Arun Singh, expressed grave concerns over the prevailing situation in the state. Singh claimed that Rajasthan is witnessing a state of complete lawlessness, branding it as "jungle raj." He cited a shocking figure of 21 incidents, including murder, kidnapping, and rape, all occurring within a mere 24 hours on July 28. The increasing number of such distressing events has prompted the BJP to take a strong stand against the current administration. Highlighting the alarming rate of rape cases, Singh mentioned that on a daily basis, Rajasthan reports 17 to 18 incidents of...

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INDIA front MPs visit Manipur relief camps

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Imphal: A 21-member parliamentary delegation of the opposition's Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) visited Manipur to assess the situation in the wake of ethnic violence. The delegation termed the ongoing violence in Manipur as a "national security issue" and criticized the Prime Minister's silence, considering it as brazen indifference towards the violence. During their two-day visit to Manipur, the delegation visited relief camps in Churachandpur, Bishnupur, and Imphal West districts. They interacted with the affected people to understand the ground realities and the challenges faced by the communities. On the second day, the delegation met with Governor Anusuiya Uikey and submitted a memorandum. The Governor welcomed the team and urged them to extend their c...

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Congress to organise ‘Adivasi Gaurav Parv’ on August 9

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New Delhi: The Congress party is planning to organize an event called 'Adivasi Gaurav Parv' on August 9. Congress General Secretary in-charge (Organisation), K.C. Venugopal, has written to all Pradesh Congress Committees (PCCs) to coordinate the arrangements. The event aims to honor the rich cultural heritage of tribal communities and recognize their role as custodians of a sustainable world. It will also serve as an opportunity for Congress to show support for the Adivasis and raise their voice against the alleged mistreatment, insults, and deprivation of their rights under the current BJP regime. The state units have been instructed to hold 'Adivasi Gaurav Mahasabha' at locations that hold historical or traditional significance for the Adivasi communities. Additionally, mega rallie...