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John Mathias’ family takes exception to remarks on missing fishermen, demands overhaul of rescue system during Kerala Ministers’ visit

John Mathias’ family takes exception to remarks on missing fishermen, demands overhaul of rescue system during Kerala Ministers’ visit

Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala and Fisheries Minister V.E. Abdul Gafoor, among others, interact with the family members during their visit to the house of missing fisherman John Mathias at Pulluvila in Thiruvananthapuram on Monday (August 10, 2026) | Photo Credit: special arrangement The family of John Mathias, a fisherman from Pulluvila, Thiruvananthapuram, who has been missing for 11 days, on Monday (August 10, 2026) expressed its distress over reported remarks made by Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan and other Ministers concerning fishermen who venture into the sea. Such comments were deeply hurtful to the community that has little choice but to depend on the sea for its livelihood, Mr. Mathias’ children told Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala and Fisheries Minister V.E. Abdul Gafoor when they visited the family on Monday. The family also clarified that its demands for better safety arrangements, faster rescue operations and improved weather warnings were “not politically motivated”, but were being raised out of the anguish and uncertainty it has endured since Mr. Mathias went missing. Mr. Mathias’ daugther Jiji John said …

HAL Airport gets satellite-guided navigation system for choppers

HAL Airport gets satellite-guided navigation system for choppers

HAL Airport, Bengaluru, has become the country’s first airport to operationalise a satellite-guided precision navigation system designed exclusively for helicopters, the state-run aircraft maker said on Friday. With nearly 50 helicopter movements daily at the airport, HAL has closed a long-standing gap in India’s aviation infrastructure. (iStock representative image) Called the Required Navigation Performance – Category H (RNP CAT H) helicopter approach procedure, it has been developed by the Airports Authority of India (AAI), validated through flight trials by HAL test pilots and approved by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). “The operationalisation of India’s first RNP CAT H helicopter approach is a significant milestone for the country’s aviation ecosystem. This capability enhances the safety, efficiency and accessibility of helicopter operations and establishes a benchmark for similar procedures to be implemented at airports across the country,” said HAL chief Ravi K. It allows helicopters to fly highly accurate optimised paths, enabling all-weather access while safely navigating terrain and urban obstacles. The procedure reduces the approach time to HAL Airport from 12 minutes to about …

“Entire system protecting Brij Bhushan,” says Vinesh Phogat on Ex-WFI chief’s acquittal

“Entire system protecting Brij Bhushan,” says Vinesh Phogat on Ex-WFI chief’s acquittal

Hours after former Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) President Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh was acquitted by a Delhi court in the sexual harassment case filed by women wrestlers, Vinesh Phogat said that they’ll appeal against the decision. “The female wrestlers have instructed their lawyers to appeal this decision, and this will be done as soon as possible. We have not lost hope, and the wrestlers will continue their fight,” said Phogat in a social media post. Phogat noted that it took the women a lot of courage to speak up against a powerful leader and that they are anguished by the court’s decision. “It took a lot of courage for us to take to the streets and file an FIR against a powerful leader of the ruling party,” wrote Phogat. “Using his power and muscle, Brij Bhushan intimidated many girls into withdrawing their names. However, many female wrestlers stood up and fought against Brijbhushan in court. We are deeply anguished that the court did not find Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh guilty of the sexual assault …

Amit Shah says PM Modi’s task force will safeguard examination system from paper leaks

Amit Shah says PM Modi’s task force will safeguard examination system from paper leaks

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said the high-powered task force constituted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi under Nandan Nilekani will strengthen examination reforms and prevent paper leaks. He said the Centre is committed to ensuring a transparent examination system while promising strict punishment for those involved in exam fraud. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Chennai Corporation set to launch Intelligent Transport System in August

Chennai Corporation set to launch Intelligent Transport System in August

The project comprises two components, the Traffic Information and Management System and the City Bus System, which will improve traffic flow and public transportation. | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement The Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) will launch the Intelligent Transport System (ITS) in the city in August. GCC Commissioner G.S. Sameeran said the project was a major step towards realising a safer, commuter-friendly city. The project, being implemented with financial assistance from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), is making significant progress towards transforming urban mobility across the Chennai Metropolitan Area. The project, estimated at ₹530 crore, aims to enhance traffic management, improve road safety, and provide better public transport services through the adoption of advanced intelligent transportation technologies, said an official. The project comprises two components, the Traffic Information and Management System (TIMS) for the Greater Chennai Traffic Police (GCTP) and the City Bus System (CBS) for the Metropolitan Transport Corporation (MTC). Traffic signal Under TIMS, advanced systems such as Adaptive Traffic Signal Control Systems, Traffic Incident Detection Systems, Variable Message Sign Boards, Red Light …

Kay Kay Menon’s Show On Education System Is Underprepared For Exam But I’ll Let It Pass With Grace Marks!

Kay Kay Menon’s Show On Education System Is Underprepared For Exam But I’ll Let It Pass With Grace Marks!

Adarsh Baal Vidyalaya Review Ft. Kay Kay Menon & Archana Puran Singh, & A Great Ensemble! ( Photo Credit – Prime Video ) Adarsh Baal Vidyalaya Review Rating: Cast: Kay Kay Menon, Archana Puran Singh, Naveen Kasturia, Deven Bhojani, Abhimanyu Singh, Prasanna Bisht Creator: Biswapati Sarkar & Sameer Saxena Director: Himank Gaur Streaming On: Prime Video Language: Hindi Runtime: 7 episodes of 35 minutes each ‘Abhi padhne do, exam mein fail honge, tab inke paas jaayenge inka manobal badhaane. Ghayal kutte ki patti karoge to wo hamesha wafadaar rahega,’ says Deven Bhojani’s character Goldy, an MLA in a fictional town Tinki Toli. The dialogue looks very relevant amidst today’s political unrest created by students demanding their Right To Education! Adarsh Baal Vidyalaya is a satire on the Indian Education system that comments on the hardships of educational rights for the unprivileged class of society! When TVF decides to step inside an educational institution, we usually expect the gold standard of storytelling. I mean, look at their history – right from Kota Factory to Aspirants or …

Adarsh Baal Vidyalaya review: A timely series that finds hope in India’s broken education and government school system

Adarsh Baal Vidyalaya review: A timely series that finds hope in India’s broken education and government school system

Adarsh Baal Vidyalaya web series review Cast: Kay Kay Menon, Archana Puran Singh, Deven Bhojani, Abhimanyu Singh, Naveen Kasturia, Prasanna Bisht, Annapurna Soni and Biswapati Sarkar Director: Himank Gaur Rating: ★★★ The school has been a frequent place for movies or serials, but only a few movies have succeeded in capturing the madness and innocence of the place without being preachy. In recent times when the Indians are discussing about the dysfunctional education system of India, here comes the new series from Prime Video, Adarsh Baal Vidyalaya. Humour is the tool of choice for the series that manages to maintain a perfect balance of comedy and drama. Produced by the team at Posham Pa Pictures which comprises of Biswapati Sarkar and Sameer Saxena and directed by Himank Gaur, the Prime Video serial creates the platform for broken system and how government schools function. Adarsh Baal Vidyalaya review: A heartfelt series that finds hope in India’s struggling government schools. What the story is about This drama series is set in the fictional Tinki Toli in Delhi …

New car parking system comes into force at Mysuru airport

New car parking system comes into force at Mysuru airport

Mysuru airport. Under this arrangement, a contractor will manage and operate the airport’s designated parking facilities, with a focus on safe and efficient vehicular movement within the premises; orderly regulation of traffic and parking of vehicles; maintenance of cleanliness and hygiene standards, and prompt customer assistance and service delivery.  | Photo Credit: File Photo Mysuru airport has announced the commencement of operations under a new Car Parking Management System, inaugurated by P. V. Ushakumari, Airport Director, along with Raman Sharma, AGM (ATC), and Damu D., Senior Manager (Engineering – Civil), on July 23. The contract has been awarded to a private enterprise. The initiative underscores the airport’s commitment to enhancing passenger convenience and delivering a seamless parking experience. Under this arrangement, the contractor will manage and operate the airport’s designated parking facilities, with a focus on safe and efficient vehicular movement within the premises; orderly regulation of traffic and parking of vehicles; maintenance of cleanliness and hygiene standards, and prompt customer assistance and service delivery. The initiative is designed to provide passengers, visitors, and stakeholders …

India tests Kusha long-range missile system

India tests Kusha long-range missile system

India on Thursday conducted the maiden test of the locally made Kusha long-range surface-to-air missile system designed to intercept aerial threats at distances up to 350 km, a significant capability that will strengthen the country’s air defence network once the weapon is inducted into service, officials aware of the development said. The Kusha missile system is designed to neutralise a raft of aerial threats. (Image sourced from AIR news) The missile system is capable of engaging threats across the 150-350 km range band, and is expected to be deployed in three to four years, the officials said asking not to be named. The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) conducted the test against an electronic target simulating a high-speed, high-altitude aerial threat which the missile system successfully intercepted, the defence ministry said. It was tested from the APJ Abdul Kalam Island off the Odisha coast. The Kusha missile system is designed to neutralise a raft of aerial threats, including fighter jets, missiles, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and large enemy aircraft, across a wide range and altitude …

Manushi Chhillar recalls giving NEET exam twice due to paper leak, backs student protests: ‘Accepted failure in system’

Manushi Chhillar recalls giving NEET exam twice due to paper leak, backs student protests: ‘Accepted failure in system’

As outrage over the alleged NEET-UG 2026 paper leak continues to fuel student protests across the country, actor and former Miss World Manushi Chhillar has added her voice to the growing chorus of support. Manushi revealed that she, too, had to appear for the entrance exam twice after the 2015 paper leak. Manushi Chhillar was last seen in Maalik. Looking back at the ordeal, the actor described it as an extremely traumatic experience, saying she understands the emotional and mental anguish students are going through today. Manushi Chhillar recalls giving NEET twice On Thursday, Manushi took to Instagram to extend her support to students protesting over the alleged NEET-UG 2026 paper leak. Reflecting on her own journey, the former Miss World revealed that she had to appear for the medical entrance exam twice after the 2015 paper leak, describing the experience as deeply traumatic. In the post, the actor shared, “In an unfair world, education becomes the biggest equaliser. Seeking reform should never be mistaken for rejecting our institutions. Democracies become stronger when they are …