Dubai Municipality is developing an artificial intelligence system that could dramatically speed up the process of obtaining building permits, with villa approvals potentially issued within seconds once the plans meet all requirements. The new AI-powered platform will review architectural designs and engineering plans in real time, assessing submitted documents against Dubai’s building codes, technical standards […]
Indian tourists can now get their UAE entry visa at no cost when booking a qualifying holiday in Abu Dhabi under a new programme launched by the emirate’s tourism authority. The initiative, introduced by the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), is aimed at making travel to the emirate more […]
The Health Department has reminded staff working in government hospitals and medical colleges that patients need more than medicines and medical treatment — they also require courteous care, clear communication and emotional support. The move comes amid recurring complaints from patients and their attendants about the behaviour of some employees, including allegations of rude conduct, […]
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay has moved a resolution in the state Assembly seeking to make the rendition of the state’s official anthem, Tamil Thaai Vazhthu, mandatory at government events and a wider range of official programmes across Tamil Nadu. Moving the resolution, Vijay said Tamil was not merely a language but was deeply connected […]
The Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) is facing fresh upheaval, with three of its members resigning amid growing protests and allegations of paper leaks and other irregularities in recruitment examinations. Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar accepted the resignations of JPSC members Ajeeta Bhattacharya, Anima Hansda and Jamal Ahmad on Sunday, according to the Lok Bhavan. The […]
NASA astronaut Anil Menon, the first person of Kerala origin to reach the International Space Station (ISS), has successfully completed his first-ever spacewalk, marking a historic achievement in his space journey. Menon joined fellow NASA astronaut Jessica Meir for the mission, which focused on assembling a modification kit for the ISS’s 3B power channel. The […]
The Union government has introduced sweeping reforms under the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2026, aiming to simplify compliance and reduce the criminalisation of minor offences. While the Act amends 79 laws, its changes to the Motor Vehicles Act are expected to have the biggest impact on motorists across India. According to information followed […]
The proposed sale of Kerala Blasters FC has entered a crucial stage, with the prospective buyer consortium initiating an extensive due diligence process before finalising the takeover of the Indian Super League (ISL) club. The consortium, which includes a Kerala-born expatriate investor, is conducting a comprehensive assessment of the club’s financial, legal and operational records […]
A young researcher from Kerala has earned international recognition by securing the prestigious Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Fellowship, one of Europe’s most competitive and respected research awards. Ann Sunny, a native of Nellankara in Thrissur, has been selected for the fellowship, valued at approximately ₹1.5 crore, to pursue advanced scientific research in Italy. Her research […]
Kerala Cricket League (KCL) Season 3 is set to shine the spotlight on the state’s next generation of cricketing talent, with five teenage players expected to be among the tournament’s biggest attractions. Leading the list are India Under-19 representatives Mohammed Inan and Manav Krishna, who will be looking to translate their success on the junior […]