While thousands of UAE residents are rushing to finalise travel plans ahead of the upcoming two-month school summer break, securing a European visa is proving to be a major challenge for many holidaymakers. A smooth Schengen getaway is far from guaranteed, with the latest visa statistics from the European Commission highlighting sharp differences in approval […]
The Delhi High Court has directed Google to pay ₹30 lakh in damages to Hindware for using the sanitaryware company’s registered trademark as keywords in its AdWords advertising programme. The judgment, delivered on May 22 by Justice Mini Pushkarna, held that the use of registered trademarks as advertising keywords provided Google with an unfair commercial […]
India has reduced export duties on petrol, diesel and aviation turbine fuel, or ATF, for the fortnight beginning June 1, according to a government notification issued on Saturday. Under the revised rates, the export duty on petrol has been fixed at ₹1.5 per litre, while diesel will attract an export duty of ₹13.5 per litre. […]
Schools across Kerala reopened on Monday after the summer vacation, marking the beginning of a new academic year with colourful ‘Praveshanolsavam’ celebrations across the state. Teachers welcomed students into brightly decorated classrooms, greeting newcomers with decorative crowns and warm smiles. The sound of chenda melam and festive music added to the celebratory atmosphere as children, […]
Royal Challengers Bengaluru successfully defended their IPL title, defeating Gujarat Titans by five wickets in the final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday. Chasing 156, RCB got off to a blazing start as Virat Kohli and Venkatesh Iyer added 62 runs in under five overs. Although Gujarat fought back through Rashid Khan, […]
From menstrual leave for school students to equal pay at workplaces, Kerala has unveiled a wide-ranging agenda focused on women’s welfare and empowerment. Speaking during the first session of the 16th Kerala Assembly, Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar outlined a series of key proposals under the UDF government. One of the most talked-about promises — free […]
The Emirates ID is no longer just an identity document in the UAE — it has become a multi-purpose smart tool that simplifies daily life for residents across the country. Equipped with a chip containing over 20 personal data points, including biometric and employment details, the card now supports a wide range of services beyond […]
Garlic cultivation has officially begun across the misty hill regions of Vattavada in Idukki district after the arrival of much-awaited summer showers, bringing renewed hope to farmers who had delayed sowing this season due to the lack of rain. Farmers in Vattavada, Koviloor and Chilanthiyar, along with tribal settlements including Swamiyar Ala, Kudallar, Mulavallam, Vayalthara […]
Muslims across Kerala are celebrating Eid al-Adha, one of the most significant festivals in Islam, on Thursday. The festival commemorates the sacrifice and unwavering faith of Prophet Ibrahim and his son, Prophet Ismail, and also marks the conclusion of the annual Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia. Special Eid prayers and khutbahs (sermons) were held at […]
Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, extended Eid Al Adha greetings to the Rulers of the Emirates, citizens, residents and Muslims around the world, conveying wishes of peace, stability and prosperity on the occasion of the festival. In his Eid message, Sheikh Mohamed said he congratulated his brothers, the Rulers of the […]