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<title>സംസ്ഥാനത്ത് ലോഡ് ഷെഡിങ് ഏര്‍പ്പെടുത്തി; രാത്രി അരമണിക്കൂര്‍ നിയന്ത്രണം</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:59:47 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>നിതിന്‍ രാജിന്റെ മരണം : സംസ്ഥാനത്ത് ഹര്‍ത്താല്‍ ശക്തം; പലയിടത്തും വാഹനങ്ങള്‍ തടഞ്ഞു</title>
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<title>രാജീവ് ഗാന്ധി വധക്കേസിൽ വിട്ടയക്കപ്പെട്ട പേരറിവാളൻ ഇനി അഭിഭാഷകൻ</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 21:12:43 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Melania Trump marks 56th birthday after husband Donald revealed the WHCD shooting incident was &amp;apos;traumatic&amp;apos; for her</title>
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<title>എഎപി വിട്ട 7 എംപിമാരുടെ ബിജെപി ലയനം; അംഗീകരിച്ച് രാജ്യസഭാ ചെയർമാൻ</title>
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<title>‘Hartal’ tomorrow in Keralam over BDS student’s death</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ &#039;Hartal’ tomorrow in Kerala: The demonstration, led by the Justice for Nithin Raj Action Council and supported by Dalit and Adivasi organisations, is scheduled from 6 am to 6 pm. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:49:06 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Kansas weather alert: NWS Warns of severe thunderstorm and flood risk in Osage County</title>
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<title>Keralam mulls peak hour power cuts as demand surges to record highs</title>
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<title>Keralam’s Sanjana wins European Math Olympiad silver, gets praise from PM Modi in ‘Mann ki Baat’</title>
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<title>Evidence tampering case: SC dismisses former minister Antony Raju’s petition</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Supreme Court on Monday, April 27, dismissed a petition filed by former Kerala minister Antony Raju seeking suspension of his conviction in the evidence tampering case.A bench of Justice Dipankar Datta and Justice Satish Chandra Sharma dismissed the special leave petition against the Kerala High Court judgement which refused to suspend his conviction in the case. In January, the Nedumangad Magistrate Court had sentenced Raju for three years in prison for tampering with evidence in a 1990 narcotics case. Following the order, Raju, an MLA representing Thiruvananthapuram constituency, was disqualified. He also became ineligible to contest the 2026 Assembly election, where he was set to contest again as a candidate of the Janadhipatya Kerala Congress, a constituent of the Left Democratic Front. Raju had served as the minister of transport under the LDF rule for two years from 2021.The case dates back to the 1990s when Raju, then a junior advocate, helped an Australian national get acquitted in a narcotics case. As per the case, an underwear in which the accused hid the narcotic substance was tampered with. The lawyers then proved in the court that the underwear did not fit the accused, resulting in his acquittal.Following an investigation, a case of evidence tampering was registered, with court staff member KS Jose as the first accused and Raju as the second. Though the case dragged on for years, Raju was finally found guilty and convicted in January this year. Though he filed a plea in the Kerala High Court in March, the court refused to stay the order.Raju had also sought the Supreme Court to expunge certain remarks made by the High Court against him. Though he argued that the remark would harm his chances of getting bail, the SC dismissed it.A drug accused &amp; an underwear that didn’t fit: A Kerala cop recalls an unusual case ]]></description>
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<title>Wayanad rehabilitation: 51 families move into houses constructed by IUML</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Follow TNM&#039;s WhatsApp channel for news updates and story links. Fifty-one families who survived the 2024 Wayanad landslide officially moved into new houses provided by the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) on Monday, April 27, in Meppadi Panchayat, near Kalpetta town. The event was attended by senior IUML leaders Panakkad Sayyid Sadiq Ali Shihab Thangal and PK Kunhalikutty.According to the beneficiaries, the houses were handed over nearly one and a half months ago, and many were waiting for Ramadan and students&#039; exams to be over. Following the landslide, the IUML promised a total of 105 houses and purchased 11 acres of land in Meppadi Panchayat. Currently, 51 houses have been completed and handed over. Each measures 1,060 sq ft and has three bedrooms, a dining hall, a kitchen, and a work area.Speaking to the media, PK Firos, the General Secretary of the Muslim Youth League (MYL), the youth wing of the IUML, said, &quot;It’s a proud moment. We are extremely happy that, as a political party, the League has been able to keep its promise. As a political party, we are demonstrating this to the world itself as a model,” he added.After the landslide, the government gave survivors two options. They could either accept the houses provided by the government in the government’s township project, or accept houses from other organisations by accepting the government’s compensation of Rs 15 lakhs. Most of the beneficiaries in the IUML houses accepted the compensation money and opted for the houses given by them. The IUML has also allocated houses to those who are not on any official lists but are unable to live in the landslide-affected areas.As per Mansoor, a beneficiary of IUML, basic amenities and furniture were also provided in the house. “I don’t know how to express my happiness. I&#039;m really happy to move from the rented house to our own house, finally,” he added. Mansoor, a cable TV operator in Mundakki, lost both his business and his house in the landslide. “I had a few debts, so I opted for the Rs 15 lakhs and the IUML’s house,” he had told TNM earlier.Meanwhile, the government’s township project of 410 houses has completed construction of 178 houses and handed over the keys to the beneficiaries. However, people are unable to move due to pending work. At the same time, the Congress has not yet begun construction of the promised 100 houses. On February 26, Congress leader and Wayanad MP Priyanka Gandhi laid the foundation stone for this project at Kunnampetta in the Meppadi panchayat, which is located nearly 11 km away from the town. Wayanad landslide survivors wait to move into govt homes, Congress’ promises undelivered ]]></description>
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<title>Avalkoppam Legal Support Trust formed to aid 2017 actor assault case survivor</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The constitution of a trust named the Avalkoppam Legal Support Trust, aimed to support the survivor of the 2017 actor assault case, was announced in Kozhikode on Monday, April 27. In a press meeting, senior activist K Ajitha, writer and academic Deedi Damodaran, and dubbing artist and author Bhagyalakshmi, among others, said that the motivation for the trust is the 2017 incident, in which a Malayali woman actor was sexually assaulted in a moving car in Kochi. “People worldover have asked us why the survivor in the actor assault case could not have a better team of lawyers. Many of them told us they were willing to contribute financially, urging us to form a trust for mobilising money. The Avalkoppam Legal Support Trust is a result of that,” said Bhagyalakshmi.She was referring to the Ernakulam District and Sessions Court verdict of December 8, 2025, pronouncing six men–Pulsar Suni, Martin Antony, R Manikantan, VP Vijesh, H Salim and Pradeep–guilty. However, though the court said there is a conspiracy in the case, actor Dileep, who was accused of masterminding the kidnapping and sexual assault of the woman actor, was acquitted.People also took to social media and the streets to protest the verdict, under the campaign slogan ‘Avalkoppam’, which means ‘with her’.The term was first used by the Women In Cinema Collective (WCC) in the aftermath of the 2017 actor assault to express solidarity with the survivor.The survivor herself stated that she had lost faith in the trial court early on, and posted six reasons why she felt that justice had been denied.“It is the responsibility of society to stand with the survivor. That is why we have decided to form this trust to bring in lawyers from the Supreme Court. They will help the survivor go to court about the change in the hash value of the assault visuals while in judicial custody,” said Ajitha.Calling the actor assault case “rarest of rare”, where a man was hired to rape the survivor, Bhagyalakshmi further said at the Kozhikode press meet that the Avalkoppam trust is for the numerous survivors who may be finding it difficult to navigate the financial burden of fighting sexual assault and rape cases in court.When asked about the working limits of the Trust, K Ajitha said that anyone within India can approach the Trust. ]]></description>
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<title>Kerala temperatures rise above normal; IMD issues yellow alert</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Follow TNM&#039;s WhatsApp channel for news updates and story links.The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Sunday, 26 April, issued a yellow alert for hot and humid conditions across Kerala, with temperatures remaining above normal in most districts. A yellow alert indicates elevated heat and humidity with no severe weather risk expected.Daytime temperatures are expected to be 3-4°C higher than usual across most districts, particularly in central and northern Kerala. Palakkad could see highs touching 40°C, while Kollam may record around 39°C. Districts including Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Thrissur and Kozhikode are likely to register temperatures of up to 38°C. High-range areas such as Idukki and Wayanad are expected to remain comparatively cooler.Recent readings reflect a trend of rising temperatures, crossing 40°C in parts of Palakkad and nearing 39.5°C in Punalur. The humidity has added to the discomfort, particularly in coastal and low-lying regions where nights remain warm and offer little relief.On 26 April, an elderly man identified as Baby Philip died in Kollam, in a suspected case of sunstroke amid the rising temperatures. Officials said he is believed to have been exposed to the heat for a prolonged period, though the exact cause of death is yet to be confirmed. The incident has drawn attention to the risks faced by elderly residents and those without adequate protection from the heat.The IMD has predicted thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds of up to 50 kmph between Monday, April 27, and Thursday. Isolated heavy rainfall is also likely in parts of Pathanamthitta, Idukki, Kannur, Kasaragod and Kottayam later this week.Authorities have advised people to avoid direct exposure to the sun during peak afternoon hours, to stay hydrated and to take precautions to safeguard against the heat.This article was written by a student interning with TNM. ]]></description>
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<title>India advises nationals in Mali to stay indoors, exercise caution due to security developments</title>
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<title>Syria’s first public trial of Assad&#45;era officials opens in Damascus</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ By Ghaith AlsayedThe first public trial in Syria of officials linked to the rule of former President Bashar Assad opened Sunday in Damascus.Atef Najib, a former Syrian army brigadier general who was head of the Political Security Branch in southern Syria&#039;s Daraa province under Assad and who is also a cousin of the former president, appeared in the courtroom to face charges related to “crimes against the Syrian people,” state-run news agency SANA reported.Najib was in that position in 2011, when teenagers who scrawled anti-government graffiti on a school wall in Daraa were arrested and tortured. The case became a catalyst for mass protests against the repressive policies of Assad&#039;s security forces.The protests were met by a brutal government crackdown and spiraled into a 14-year civil war that ended with Assad&#039;s ouster in December 2024 in a lightning rebel offensive. Assad fled to Russia, while most members of his inner circle also escaped Syria.Assad and his brother, Maher, former commander of the Syrian military&#039;s 4th Armored Division — which Syrian opposition activists have accused of killings, torture, extortion and drug trafficking, in addition to running its own detention centers — were charged in absentia, along with a number of other former high-ranking security officials.Najib was the only one of the defendants who was arrested and present in person in court Sunday for a preparatory session in the trial, which will continue next month.Crowds gathered outside the courthouse to celebrate. Baraa Abdulrahman, a spokesperson for the Syrian Ministry of Justice, said the trial “is of great importance for the independence of the judiciary, for transparency and accountability.&quot;One of the plaintiffs, Ramez Abu Nabbout, said his brother, a father of three, was killed when security forces opened fire on protesters at Daraa’s Omari Mosque.“He was a civilian and peaceful, but Atef Najib greeted peaceful (protesters) with gunfire,” he said. “Of course we hope Atef Najib will be quickly convicted and will get the most serious sentence, which is the death penalty.”The government of interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa has faced criticism over delays in launching a promised transitional justice process. Syria is struggling to heal following 14 years of civil war that left an estimated half a million people dead, millions more displaced, and the country battered and divided.Authorities now appear to be moving more aggressively to prosecute officials linked to Assad.Syrian authorities on Friday arrested Amjad Yousef, a former intelligence officer who appeared in a video leaked four years ago that purportedly showed him and his comrades executing dozens of blindfolded and shackled prisoners in the Damascus suburb of Tadamon during the country’s civil war. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 07:37:26 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Veteran Indian businessman Vasu Shroff dies</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/veteran-indian-businessman-vasu-shroff-dies</link>
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<title>15 types of leave approved for Abu Dhabi government employees</title>
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<title>Suspected gunman at Washington press dinner identified as 31&#45;year&#45;old Californian</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 14:21:30 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>India’s peak power demand hits record high of 256GW amid soaring temperatures</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Electricity demand is likely to remain elevated, as heatwaves are expected to continue. The maximum temperatures on Saturday were in a range of 40–45 degree Celsius over most parts. Banda, Uttar Pradesh, was the hottest in the country, recording a maximum temperature of 47.4 degree Celsius. ]]></description>
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<title>No fireworks, shortened Kudamattam: Thrissur Pooram held in wake of accident</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/no-fireworks-shortened-kudamattam-thrissur-pooram-held-in-wake-of-accident</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Follow TNM’s WhatsApp channel for news updates and story links. The Thrissur Pooram festival in Kerala was held without the customary fireworks on Sunday, April 26, five days after a blast at a firecrackers unit killed 15 people. The decision was collectively taken by the state government and the temple authorities.Apart from the cancellation of fireworks, the government and temple authorities also decided to reduce the Kudamattam ritual to about 20 minutes from the usual one hour. Kudamattam is a competitive ritual in which teams atop caparisoned elephants rhythmically swap vibrant, decorative umbrellas to the beat of percussion. Held at the Swaraj Round in the city, it features the Thiruvambadi and Paramekkavu temples facing off. This year, fewer sets of umbrellas were exchanged.Thrissur Pooram is known as the mother of all festivals in Kerala, with key rituals including Vilambaram (opening announcement), Kodiyettam (flag hoisting), Ezhunnallippu (elephant processions), Ilanjithara Melam (percussion), Kudamattam (umbrella exchange), and massive, competitive fireworks by Thiruvambadi and Paramekkavu, which are the two temple groups that lead the Pooram festival.The blast occurred at Mundathikode on April 21, where firecrackers for the Thiruvambadi temple were prepared and stored. Following the accident, officials from both the Thiruvambadi and Paramekkavu temples had told the media that they would meet government officials to decide how to conduct the Pooram.Meanwhile, the Kerala government announced financial assistance of Rs 14 lakh to the families of the deceased and Rs 2 lakh for the injured. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also announced ex gratia relief of Rs 2 lakh from the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund for the next of kin of the deceased. The injured will receive Rs 50,000.Read: Thrissur Pooram, fireworks and the cost of looking away  ]]></description>
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<title>വൈറ്റ് ഹൗസ് ലേഖകരുടെ വിരുന്നിനിടെ വെടിവെപ്പ്; ട്രംപിനെ സുരക്ഷിതനായി മാറ്റി, ഒരാൾ കസ്റ്റഡിയിൽ</title>
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<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/heat-wave-126779</link>
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<title>Thousands evacuate in Japan as forest fires close in on homes</title>
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<title>Trump unharmed after shooting incident at White House correspondents&amp;apos; dinner</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/trump-unharmed-after-shooting-incident-at-white-house-correspondents-dinner</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ By Seung Min Kim, Aamer Madhani, Collin Binkley, Alanna Durkin Richer And David Bauder A man armed with guns and knives stormed the lobby outside a high-profile journalists&#039; dinner attended by President Donald Trump and multiple senior U.S. leaders on Saturday night, rushing toward the ballroom before Secret Service agents swarmed him and took him into custody. The president was uninjured and was hustled away.Guests went diving under tables as the scene unfolded and some reported hearing shots outside the vast subterranean ballroom in the Washington Hilton where the event was being held.One law enforcement official said a gunman had opened fire. A law enforcement officer was shot in the bullet-resistant vest but is expected to be OK, several sources told The Associated Press.The shooting suspect — described by Trump as a &quot;sick person&quot; — was identified as Cole Tomas Allen, 31, of Torrance, California, two law enforcement officials told the AP.&quot;When you&#039;re impactful, they go after you. When you&#039;re not impactful, they leave you alone,&quot; Trump, safe and uninjured and still in his tuxedo, said at the White House two hours later. &quot;They seem to think he was a lone wolf.&quot;There was no immediate indication of any other involvement, and Washington Mayor Muriel Bowser said she had &quot;no reason&quot; to believe anyone else was involved. Video posted by Trump showed the suspect running past security barricades as Secret Service agents ran toward him.&quot;There does not appear to be any sort of danger to the public at this time,&quot; Bowser said at a separate news conference.All officials protected by the Secret Service were evacuated. Those in attendance included Trump, Vice President JD Vance, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Secretary of State Marco Rubio — and many other leaders of the Trump administration on a night when the nation is at war with Iran.It was the third time since 2024 that the president had been under threat by an attacker in his immediate vicinity — including the assassination attempt in Butler, Pennsylvania, that injured him and killed a local firefighter.&quot;Today we need levels of security that probably nobody has ever seen before,&quot; the president said. But he also said, &quot;We&#039;re not going to let anybody take over our society.&quot;Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said charges related to Saturday night&#039;s attack will be filed shortly, and that the nature of the charges would be obvious considering what had happened at the dinner. Blanche stressed that &quot;the investigation is obviously ongoing and just started.&quot;FBI Director Kash Patel, flanking Trump, said the agency is examining a long gun and shell casings recovered from the scene, as well as interviewing witnesses from the dinner. He urged anyone with information to come forward.Dinner turns to disorderGuests were dining on a spring pea and burrata salad when noise began — noise Trump said he initially thought was a tray dropping but some journalists believed were five to eight gunshots.The Secret Service and other authorities swarmed the room as guests ducked under tables by the hundreds. Audible gasps echoed through the ballroom as guests realized something was happening; hundreds of journalists immediately got on phones to call in information.&quot;Out of the way, sir!&quot; someone yelled. Others yelled to duck. From one corner, a &quot;God Bless America&quot; chant began as the president was escorted offstage. He fell briefly — he apparently tripped — and was helped up by Secret Service agents. Outside the hotel, members of the National Guard and other authorities flooded the area as helicopters circled overhead.After an initial attempt to resume, the event was scrapped for the night and will be rescheduled.&quot;We will do this again,&quot; said Weijia Jiang, president of the White House Correspondents&#039; Association. Shortly afterward, staff began breaking down table settings and the presidential lectern.House Speaker Mike Johnson said he and his wife, Kelly, who both attended the event, were &quot;praying for our country tonight.&quot; The House Democratic leader, Rep. Hakeem Jeffries of New York, said &quot;The violence and chaos in America must end.&quot;The banquet hall — where hundreds of prominent journalists, celebrities and national leaders were awaiting Trump&#039;s remarks — was immediately evacuated. Members of the National Guard took up position inside the building as people were allowed to leave but not immediately reenter. Security outside was also extremely tight.Republican Rep. MIke Lawler of New York, a guest at the dinner, said he heard a pop and &quot;we didn&#039;t know what the hell it was. And then you heard all sorts of things clatter.&quot; Lawler said he gets &quot;death threats often&quot; and said &quot;I think we live in a climate where everybody recognizes its a problem, but I don&#039;t think people fully appreciate how much of a problem it really is.&quot;The event had initially appeared set to resume after the disorder. Servers refolded napkins and refilled water glasses in preparation for Trump&#039;s return. Another worker prepa ]]></description>
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<title>Kerala steps up heatwave response, CM chairs review meeting</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Kerala government has stepped up its response to the ongoing heatwave in the state. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan chaired a high-level review meeting on Saturday, April 25, outlining a multi-pronged strategy to protect public health and safety amid rising temperatures. The meeting, held online, reviewed the impact of the heat wave and directed authorities to ensure the availability of drinking water, ORS, and first-aid facilities for sunstroke at key public spaces such as markets and bus stands.Temporary shaded shelters will also be set up in high footfall areas. Health workers, local body representatives, and voluntary organisations have been asked to coordinate efforts on the ground.In a suspected heat-related fatality, an 85-year-old man was found dead in his farmland in the Kollam district on Saturday morning. Officials believe it could be the second sunstroke-related death reported in the state this season, though confirmation is awaited.Authorities plan to impose strict restrictions on public events, including cultural and sports programmes, during peak heat hours when heat wave warnings are in place.Water distribution points will be expanded across roadsides, junctions, and transport hubs, with community participation encouraged to provide drinking water, buttermilk, and fruits such as watermelon.The Water Authority and Irrigation Department have been directed to take urgent steps to ensure an adequate drinking water supply, alongside a public campaign promoting rainwater harvesting.District Collectors will also explore reducing traffic signal wait times in congested areas to minimise heat exposure.The state is set to expand climate monitoring systems at the local level, collecting ward-wise data on temperature, rainfall, and humidity to improve preparedness.The Disaster Management Authority’s ‘Kavacham’ warning system will be strengthened, with a focus on maintaining sirens and related infrastructure.Long-term measures include converting anganwadis and health centres into heat-resilient buildings with improved ventilation and cooling features, and establishing specialised Heat &amp; Burn clinics in select hospitals.The Kerala State Electricity Board has been tasked with ensuring an uninterrupted power supply amid rising cooling demand. The government has also issued public advisories on snake safety and water hygiene, citing increased risks during extreme heat.With forecasts indicating further temperature rise, local bodies have been asked to prepare heat action plans, backed by state disaster mitigation funding. ]]></description>
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<title>Death of dental student: Kannur court denies anticipatory bail to Dr MK Ram</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Dr MK Ram, former head of the Anatomy Department at Kannur Dental College, who is facing allegations of harassment, including casteist remarks and body shaming, was denied anticipatory bail by the Kannur District and Principal Sessions Court on Saturday, April 25. In the same case, another faculty member, Sangeetha Nambiar, was granted anticipatory bail.Both have been named as accused in connection with the death of first-year BDS student Nithin Raj, 22, a native of Uzhamalackal in Thiruvananthapuram. Police have invoked charges of abetment to suicide under Section 108 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and provisions of the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, including Section 3(1)(r), which pertains to intentional insult or intimidation of an SC/ST member in public view.Dr Ram, in his bail plea, denied role in the student’s death and stated that Nithin Raj had been struggling academically and had low internal marks. The plea said faculty members had advised him to improve his performance.The plea also claimed that Nithin Raj had taken private loans and allegedly used a professor’s phone number without consent. This reportedly led to repeated calls from recovery agents, who continued to contact the professor seeking repayment. The situation escalated to a cyber police complaint after the calls persisted.Following the complaint, Nithin Raj was summoned to the office of principal Vinod Mony on April 10, where he was questioned for over an hour in the presence of senior faculty, the plea stated. It further alleged that he was later reprimanded publicly and warned that his parents and the police would be informed.Nithin Raj was found lying on a stone-paved area between the administrative block and hospital around 1.30 pm on April 10. He was taken to the casualty department but was declared dead at 3.35 pm.Sangeetha Nambiar, in her plea, maintained that she had no involvement in the incident and denied harassing the student in any manner.After hearing arguments from both sides and examining the available evidence, the court rejected Ram’s anticipatory bail plea citing the seriousness of the allegations, while allowing relief to Sangeetha Nambiar. ]]></description>
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<title>തൃശൂർ പൂരത്തിന് വിളംബരമായി</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/pooram-126756</link>
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<title>Rahul Gandhi&amp;apos;s three nominees for the CIC post were rejected, DoPT documents show</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Opposition Leader Rahul Gandhi had recommended three names - former IAS officer Sumita Dawra, former Odisha High Court Chief Justice S Muralidhar, and academician Faizan Mustafa - for the post of Chief Information Commissioner (CIC) in December 2025. However, his suggestions were rejected, according to documents uploaded on the website of the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT). Raj Kumar Goyal was subsequently sworn in as the CIC of the Central Information Commission in December 2025, along with Information Commissioners Sanjeev Kumar Jindal, Surendra Singh Meena, Ashutosh Chaturvedi, Swagat Das, Sudha Rani Relangi, PR Ramesh, Khushwant Singh Sethi, and Jaya Varma Sinha. The selection panel consisted of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, and Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi. While the minutes of the meeting confirm Rahul Gandhi&#039;s disagreement, they do not specify his detailed reasons for opposing Raj Kumar Goyal&#039;s appointment.  In February 2026, the Supreme Court refused to direct the publication of the Leader of Opposition&#039;s dissent note regarding the appointments. A three-member bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant stated, &quot;We will not go into that part; there is no question of holding this kind of trial here,&quot; according to a Live Law report. The documents reveal that Union Home Minister Amit Shah proposed the name of Raj Kumar Goyal. Rahul Gandhi recommended three names — one from the pool of applicants and two from outside it. He recommended Sumita Dawra, noting that her three decades of experience in public policy and administrative acumen made her well-suited for the role. He suggested that if the committee considered candidates outside the shortlist, it should look at Justice S Muralidhar or Faizan Mustafa, whom he described as &quot;distinguished professionals with exemplary records in law, justice, and public service.&quot; Of the eight candidates selected as Information Commissioners, three appear to have not applied for the post: Sanjeev Kumar Jindal, an officer of the Central Secretariat Service (CSS) from the 1989 batch who had held the post of Additional Secretary in the Ministry of Home Affairs; Ashutosh Chaturvedi, Editor-in-Chief of Prabhat Khabar, Ranchi, and PR Ramesh, Managing Editor of Open magazine. In 2019, the Supreme Court had directed the Union government and all state governments to ensure that &quot;all records of deliberations and rational criteria related to short-listing and selection of the Chief Information Commissioner and other Information Commissioners be properly recorded and made available to citizens in consonance with the provisions of the RTI Act.&quot; Eight vacancies for Information Commissioners had remained unfilled since November 2023 and were only filled in 2025 following repeated directions from the Supreme Court. The prolonged vacancies contributed to a significant backlog at the CIC, which currently stands at more than 35,000 cases, of which 31,543 are pending appeals. According to the Report Card of Information Commissions in India 2023–24, compiled by Satark Nagrik Sangathan (SNS), the pendency could be addressed if the requisite number of commissioners were appointed and disposed of an optimal number of cases each year. The CIC has set a norm of 3,200 case disposals per commissioner per year. Under this norm, a fully staffed commission could dispose of 35,200 cases annually. In 2023, Congress MP and selection committee member Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury had stated that he was &quot;kept in the dark&quot; during the selection process for the CIC, and that democratic norms and procedures were &quot;thrown to the wind.&quot; ]]></description>
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<title>How poor classroom design makes schools heat risk sites for children</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/how-poor-classroom-design-makes-schools-heat-risk-sites-for-children</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Children spend approximately 1,000 to 1,200 hours each year in classrooms. As warming becomes a background condition rather than a seasonal trend, schools emerge as one of the primary sites through which climate risk is lived. Summer vacations and reactive closures are no longer sufficient protection. India no longer experiences heat as a summer event; it’s slowly becoming a year-round phenomenon. The country recorded its warmest winter in 124 years in 2025. This came on the back of 2024 being recorded as the hottest year in over a century. An analysis of Delhi’s heat index by the Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) revealed that nearly every year between 2014 and 2023, at least 10 “Extreme Caution” days were recorded per month from May to September, with 42-70 such days between July and September alone. Emerging research also shows a rise in dangerous, “moist” heatwaves during the monsoons, when high humidity combines with high temperatures. High temperatures arrive earlier, last longer and spill across what were once considered cooler months. The school system in India, however, has not woken up to this reality. Most schools continue to rely on summer vacations and closures as the sole means of protecting children from heat. But for millions of children studying in poorly-designed classrooms without adequate coping measures, heat is slowly becoming an everyday condition that threatens their well-being and learning. Schools unpreparedSchools across the country rely on heatwave declarations by state governments to trigger responses. In the recent past, several states such as Tamil Nadu, Kerala, West Bengal and others have adjusted timings, extended vacations or ordered closure of schools and colleges on heatwave days. But this alone is insufficient in the long run. Urban heat researchers have demonstrated that temperatures can vary widely across different parts of the city due to the urban heat island effect: high-density neighbourhoods with low-levels of green cover experience hotter conditions than low-density, green neighbourhoods. Not to mention, indoor air temperature can be much higher than ambient air temperature due to factors such as the use of heat-trapping materials like concrete, asbestos, glass, poor building design and lack of ventilation. This means that heatwave-like conditions can exist in pockets of the city even if a heatwave is not declared for the city. Another significant blind spot lies in our understanding of how heat affects children’s bodies. Much of how we define dangerous heat is based on adults’ physiology. Children regulate heat differently. They gain heat faster, sweat less efficiently and lack the agency to control their space or respond to their body’s needs. The impact of heat on pre-existing vulnerabilities like disability, neurodivergence, chronic illness, anaemia, and menstruation is also poorly understood. Studies show that children’s ability to recognise these risks themselves is skewed, making them dependent on their environment and caregivers to cool down. In schools, where one adult oversees dozens of such students, this reliance becomes a serious risk. Schools act as a unique site of heat risk because this poor design and understanding of child physiology is layered with institutional norms that restrict children’s agency and adaptive capacity. Research consistently shows that heat stress impairs concentration, memory, and cognitive performance, and lowering temperatures from 30°C to 20°C can improve performance by about 20%. In addition to the difficult environment that children have to endure, their ability to adapt to this environment is also curbed in schools. They need to ask for permission for everything. Hydration is restricted to breaks. Movement is scheduled. Uniforms remain climatically inappropriate. These are just some of how the modalities of schooling amplify heat risk. In short, schools congregate hundreds of such bodies within poorly designed spaces, under rigid schedules, and with limited personal control. How can schools adapt? Responding to heat in schools begins with acknowledging that dangerous heat stress exists even when heatwave thresholds aren’t crossed. The critical distinction is that heatwaves are meteorological events defined by temperature thresholds, while heat stress is a physiological condition that is a combination of various factors, including physiological vulnerabilities, building design and school pedagogy. Adapting to heat in schools begins by acknowledging that thermal comfort is imperative for learning and well-being. Enhancing thermal comfort is not just about changing spatial design and materials but also about institutional culture, and will require action across policy, school systems and everyday practice.Public schools are often the most vulnerable, and governments need to prioritise their upgradation. Climate education and climate-resilient measures are already being piloted across states like Tamil Nadu and Kera ]]></description>
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<title>‘പോടാ പുല്ലേ പൊലീസേ’ മുദ്രാവാക്യം: ആർ. ശ്രീലേഖയെ പ്രതി ചേർത്തു</title>
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<title>Ground Report: Kerala child killed by snakebite, family had no safe place to sleep</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ On the lower half of a crumbling outer wall, a pencil-drawn king wearing a crown watches over. The artist was eight years old. His name was Dikshal, and he will never draw again. The makeshift structure surrounded by trees he called home – asbestos sheets with tarpaulin for a roof, bamboo mats for bed, sand for floor – sits quietly on a lane bordering the Azhoor Bhagavathy Temple in Chirayinkeezhu, a coastal town on the outskirts of Thiruvananthapuram. Seven plastic chairs are arranged outside, as if waiting for someone. No one sits in them. Death of the little boy by snake bite on April 23 has brought in the neighbours, residents of the area and media attention to the house. The photograph of a heartily smiling Dikshal is on a flex outside the lane.  His is the latest in a series of deaths by snake-bites in Kerala, believed to have risen after the unbearable summer heat. On April 18, an eight-year-old, Aljo, died after being bitten by a banded krait while asleep. His brother was also bitten.  The cobra that bit Dikshal was found later in the house, hiding beneath a sewing machine.  “We had heard of the recent bout of snake bites but thought that with the sheets covering our house, it would be hotter inside and keep the snakes away. We’d never seen a poisonous snake around here before, only the harmless rat snake,” Dileep, Dikshal’s father tells us.  Dileep tears away from a small crowd of people huddled around him, to attend to his four-year old daughter, Dikshitha, complaining about a missing paratha. The little girl is running around the small yard with a friend, not yet grasping the absence of her brother. Half a dozen yellow wreaths are placed over a part of the yard where Dikshal is buried. His mother Anu is somewhere inside, resting. A little white dog is in a cage. The room where Dikshal slept on the night he was bitten by a snake, with visible gaps in the walls and roof. Dikshal’s death has raised questions about the treatment at public hospitals as well as the reasons that drove the family to live in such unsafe conditions. When Dikshal woke up complaining of a wound, the family could not make out if the bite came from a snake.  “There was only one bite mark, not two (as commonly seen). We rushed him to the Chirayinkeezhu taluk hospital but they too could not make out if it was a snake bite and did not administer the anti-venom. They did some blood tests and asked us to take him to the Medical College Hospital in the city,” Dileep says. Dikshal had been complaining about his pain, and talking to the family but on the way to the Medical College, he found it difficult to breathe and stopped responding. By the time he was brought to the hospital, he was declared dead. The taluk hospital has reportedly not administered anti-venom since the risk of doing that without a snake-bit, when it was still only suspected, could also be hazardous.  Questions on the hospital’s response also brought attention to the living conditions of the family. On the fateful night, Dileep and Anu had slept with Dikshita in one of the two little rooms of the house. A room away, Dikshal had slept on a mat with his grandmother Leela and his aunt Liji.  A day after his passing, the room is left alone, like a bad memory. Clothes are strewn across it and the sleeping mat remains spread out on the floor. A small table fan offers little respite from the summer heat. The walls, made of plywood, have gaps wide enough for large reptiles to crawl in. More holes remain uncovered on the ceiling, where the walls join the tin roof, which would let in sunlight and rain. Small blocks of cement have been placed to cover the cracks at the bottom, but these can hardly prevent further invasion.  Outside the house, cooking vessels are piled in a corner, dry clothes folded and hung over a rope. Space is clearly lacking in the temporary home the family hopes to leave behind once they have a real one.  Dikshal&#039;s house The living conditions are far from desirable for this family of six, sharing the two dilapidated rooms. Dileep works as a daily wage labourer, in aluminum fabrication. Anu has been training for a computer job.   Their house stands on five cents of land surrounded by marshes and woods, with no proper road connectivity, only a narrow path that is accessible on foot. Dileep’s grandfather had worked as a labourer for the landowner many years ago, and the family had lived there without any legal documents or ownership of land.After his grandfather’s death, the landowner asked the family to move to a corner of the plot, promising to give them five cents of land in their name so they could build a house. The family relocated and constructed the temporary shed, where they have been living for the past 10 years. Building a house on his own was beyond Dileep’s means. He had been waiting for government assistance to make that possible.However the family was not included in the state’s housing scheme, LIFE Mission - a project to build homes for the ]]></description>
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<title>Satheesan alleges corruption behind power crisis as minister denies load shedding</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Leader of the Opposition V. D. Satheesan on Saturday alleged that Kerala’s emerging power crisis and unannounced load shedding were the result of the state government scrapping long-term electricity purchase agreements, claiming corruption was the motive behind the decision. He demanded the immediate withdrawal of power restrictions, warning of strong protests by the UDF if the situation continues.Calling the outages amid intense heat a challenge to the people, Satheesan questioned the LDF’s claim of delivering ten years without power cuts under Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan. He argued that a long-term deal secured during the tenure of Oommen Chandy to procure 465 MW at an average cost of Rs 4.29 per unit was arbitrarily cancelled.This, he said, forced the State to buy power at Rs 6 -- Rs 12 per unit, causing daily losses of Rs 15-20 crore to the Kerala State Electricity Board. He also alleged that the move benefited private companies and demanded a probe into the decision and the alleged financial gains.Responding to the charges, Electricity Minister K. Krishnankutty denied that the State is witnessing unannounced load shedding. He maintained that only natural regulation is being carried out when the grid faces overload. Power consumption, he said, has crossed 6,195 MW, necessitating costlier power purchases.The government is trying to avoid a tariff hike, he added, urging consumers to exercise restraint.The Minister also dismissed criticism of the LDF’s no power cut claim, stating that the current electricity strain is part of a wider national trend.In a pointed remark, he said the Opposition should ask nature about the situation, attributing the surge in demand during extreme heat, and expressed confidence that the issue would be resolved within two days.Meanwhile, complaints of frequent short-duration outages, especially at night, are rising from across the state as consumption spikes. A high-level meeting convened by the Chief Minister is scheduled to review the situation as Kerala grapples with peak summer demand. ]]></description>
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<title>Thrissur Pooram, fireworks and the cost of looking away</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ “Thrissur Pooram is a great cultural asset. But culture cannot be defended by ignoring preventable risks,&quot; said Dr R Venugopal, retired joint chief controller of explosives with Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organisation (PESO). The April 21 blast at Mundathikode, at a site where firecrackers were being assembled for the famed Thrissur Pooram, killed 15 people. The site, according to reports, had no proper license, no fire safety clearance, and no road wide enough for a fire engine to enter. For decades, Thrissur Pooram&#039;s status as a cultural tradition has made administrators, politicians, and courts reluctant to enforce the rules that exist on paper, diluting regulations and overlooking violations. In the process, an unofficial immunity was granted to an industry that operates almost entirely in the shadows. The subject of Thrissur Pooram is a sensitive one, said lawyer and environmental activist Harish Vasudevan, and the reason why regulations are ignored.Venugopal, a member of the inquiry commission that probed the 2016 Puttingal tragedy that killed over 100 people, said if we want Pooram fireworks to continue for future generations, we should prove that Kerala is capable of conducting it within the boundaries set up by the enforced rules and basic principles of risk management.Rather than shut the informal industry down, the solution, Venugopal said, would be to set up a regulated fireworks park where safety is the first concern.A culture that enabled violationsHarish alleges that ministers, political leaders, and administrative authorities enabled the violations that led to the Mundathikode fireworks tragedy. The crackers were made for the annual Thrissur Pooram sample firework display scheduled for Friday, April 23. Satheeshan, the person who ran the unit in Mundathikode was the contractor of the Thiruvambady temple, one of the organisers of the Pooram.Speaking to TNM, Harish said that the Thiruvambady Devaswom’s contract with the fireworks manufacturer itself is invalid, because one cannot give a contract for an illegal activity. “Indian law does not permit operating firecrackers on temple premises or anywhere between 10 pm and 6 am,” he said.According to a Supreme Court directive issued in 2005, sound-emitting fireworks are not allowed between 10 pm and 6 am.He also pointed to the potential presence of banned compounds in the crackers that were being assembled in Mundathikode. The Justice PS Gopinathan Commission that probed the 2016 Puttingal fireworks tragedy had recommended that the focus of firework displays be shifted from the sound to the light and colours. The blasts in the Mundathikode field were reportedly heard in a several kilometre radius.  Dr Venugopal said that he is “99% certain that potassium chlorate was used at Mundathikode.&quot; He explained why the chemical is extremely hazardous: “Potassium chlorate is unstable when mixed with sulphur or other fuels. It can ignite from minor friction, heat, or impact, turning ordinary fireworks into a bomb-like device. It was prohibited in India in 1992 under the Explosives Rules, allowing only narrow exceptions for matches, toy caps, railway signals, and limited scientific research.” “Even if an LE-6 license is obtained for a firework display, there can be a contract for display only. The police should have taken samples and verified whether these compounds were present; only then should permission have been granted at the assembling site,” Harish added. The Explosives Rules 2008 provide for six types of licenses for handling fireworks: LE-1 for manufacturing fireworks or gunpowder or both; LE-2 for one time possession of gunpowder; LE-3 for possession and use of explosives for agricultural purposes and small quarry; LE-4 for transport of explosives in tractor compressor for use in well sinking; LE-5 for possession and sale fireworks from a shop, including temporary shop for 15 days; and LE-6 for possession and use of fireworks for public display.LE-1 and LE-2 limit the maximum quantity of explosives to 15 kg. LE-6, for public display, has a limit of 100 kg.Harish alleged that fireworks manufacturers often present ‘clean samples’ for testing, only to manufacture and use crackers containing banned chemicals for the actual festivities. “Last year, the LE-6 license was granted. [Banned compounds] are not found because the contractor provides ‘clean samples’ for testing. This is a fraud occurring with the knowledge of everyone involved,” he alleged.Harish highlighted the potential absence of approvals from the local self government and the fire and rescue departments. “Manufacturing fireworks requires a factory license, which is admittedly absent. If it existed, the police would have a copy, but the officer who was in charge says it is not there. Fire and Safety permission is also required. Permission will not be granted for a location where a fire engine cannot enter. While a Panchayat license can be applied for online, it requires all these documen ]]></description>
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<title>ബംഗാളില്‍ വിജയം ആവര്‍ത്തിച്ച ശേഷം താന്‍ ഡല്‍ഹി കീഴടക്കും: മമത ബാനര്‍ജി</title>
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<title>&amp;apos;പോടാ പുല്ലേ&amp;apos; എന്ന് മുമ്പും വിളിച്ചിട്ടുണ്ട്; പൊലീസ് സ്റ്റേഷൻ ഉപരോധത്തിനെതിരായ വിമർശനങ്ങളിൽ ന്യായീകരണവുമായി    ശ്രീലേഖ</title>
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<title>ഗ്യാനേഷ് കുമാർ പദവിയിൽ തുടരുന്നത് ഭരണഘടനയോടുള്ള അവഹേളനം ; 73 പ്രതിപക്ഷ എംപിമാര്‍  ഒപ്പിട്ട നോട്ടീസ് രാജ്യസഭയിൽ</title>
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<title>ആംആദ്മി പാർട്ടിയിൽ വൻ പിളർപ്പ്; രാഘവ് ഛദ്ദ ഉൾപ്പെടെ ഏഴ് എംപിമാർ പാര്‍ട്ടി വിട്ടു  ബിജെപിയിലേക്ക്</title>
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<title>ഇസ്രയേല്‍&#45; ലെബനന്‍ വെടിനിര്‍ത്തല്‍ മൂന്ന് ആഴ്ച്ച കൂടി നീട്ടി  ട്രംപ്</title>
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<title>AAP suffers major jolt, 7 out of 10 Rajya Sabha MPs join BJP</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/aap-suffers-major-jolt-7-out-of-10-rajya-sabha-mps-join-bjp</link>
<guid>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/aap-suffers-major-jolt-7-out-of-10-rajya-sabha-mps-join-bjp</guid>
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<pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:56:16 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>PAN rule changes: New requirements for NRIs, foreign entities and their authorised reps in India. Details here</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/pan-rule-changes-new-requirements-for-nris-foreign-entities-and-their-authorised-reps-in-india-details-here</link>
<guid>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/pan-rule-changes-new-requirements-for-nris-foreign-entities-and-their-authorised-reps-in-india-details-here</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Recent income tax rule changes have tightened the requirements for non-residents and foreign entities to obtain a PAN in India. The 2025 Income Tax Act mandates additional personal details for authorised signatories and the use of Form 96 from April 2026.&amp;nbsp; ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:42:15 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>HC issues notice on plea alleging mistreatment of elephants ahead of Thrissur Pooram</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/hc-issues-notice-on-plea-alleging-mistreatment-of-elephants-ahead-of-thrissur-pooram</link>
<guid>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/hc-issues-notice-on-plea-alleging-mistreatment-of-elephants-ahead-of-thrissur-pooram</guid>
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<pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:31:57 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Congress steps up protest against EC; Venugopal flags credibility crisis​</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/congress-steps-up-protest-against-ec-venugopal-flags-credibility-crisis</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:27:06 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>HC seeks ECI response on postal ballot gaps, ahead of counting</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/kerala-hc-seeks-eci-response-on-postal-ballot-gaps-ahead-of-counting</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Kerala High Court on Friday directed the Election Commission of India (ECI) to clarify on Tuesday whether additional facilities can be arranged for voters who were unable to cast their postal ballots in the recently-concluded polls, in a move with wider implications for electoral access and fairness. Taking note of concerns over possible disenfranchisement, the court asked the ECI to place on record its considered view on the feasibility of extending or facilitating postal voting mechanisms for those who missed the opportunity.The Bench posted the matter for further hearing on Tuesday, directing the poll panel to respond.The direction comes in the backdrop of polling held on April 9, with counting scheduled for May 4.The timing of the court’s intervention has drawn attention, given that postal ballots can play a decisive role in closely-contested constituencies.The proceedings stem from a petition filed by a state government employee who contended that his constitutional right to vote was denied despite complying with all procedures required for postal voting.The plea echoes broader concerns raised ahead of the polls, which elected 140 members to the Assembly.Earlier, on April 8, the ECI had informed the court that all necessary steps would be taken to ensure polling personnel could cast their votes through postal ballots before reporting for duty.This assurance followed a writ petition by the Kerala NGO Union, which highlighted large-scale difficulties faced by government staff deployed on election duty.The union pointed out that, under the Conduct of Election Rules, 1961, such personnel are entitled to vote via postal ballots.However, delays in the distribution of ballot papers reportedly left many unable to exercise this option.The issue was compounded by a narrow voting window from April 1 to April 8, overlapping with tight logistical schedules.Officials said several personnel did not receive ballots even by April 6, while April 8 was largely taken up with the collection of voting machines and other materials, leaving little time to vote. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:19:42 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>വിരമിച്ചിട്ടും കാറില്‍ ത്രീ സ്റ്റാര്‍ ബോര്‍ഡ്; ടോമിന്‍ തച്ചങ്കരിക്കെതിരെ അന്വേഷണത്തിന് നിര്‍ദേശം</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/tomin</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:07:28 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Railways to run 18,262 summer special trains during peak travel period — Check dates, other details</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/railways-to-run-18262-summer-special-trains-during-peak-travel-period-check-dates-other-details</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Indian Railways to operate 18,262 summer special train trips during the upcoming peak travel period to improve connectivity and reduce congestion. Currently, 11,878 trips are in the pipeline. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 08:24:36 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Global pride for Kerala: Kannur scientist wins prestigious ₹3 cr Marie Curie Fellowship</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/global-pride-for-kerala-kannur-scientist-wins-prestigious-3-cr-marie-curie-fellowship</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 08:23:33 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Woman accused of killing 2 ex&#45;husbands on same day, then allegedly asking, &amp;apos;Which one?&amp;apos;</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/woman-accused-of-killing-2-ex-husbands-on-same-day-then-allegedly-asking-which-one</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 08:11:50 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>ഇന്ത്യ നരകക്കുഴിയല്ല, മഹത്തായ  രാജ്യം; വിവാദത്തിനിടെ  തിരുത്തി ട്രംപ്</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/trump</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 06:57:44 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>കോഴിക്കോട് പന്തീരങ്കാവിൽ വൻ മയക്കുമരുന്ന് വേട്ട. രണ്ട് കിലോ എംഡിഎംഎയുമായി രണ്ടുപേർ എക്സൈസ് സംഘത്തിന്റെ പിടിയിൽ</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/excise</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 20:27:24 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>West Bengal records over 90% voter turnout in first phase of state assembly elections</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/west-bengal-records-over-90-voter-turnout-in-first-phase-of-state-assembly-elections</link>
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<title>Record voter turnout marks high&#45;stakes four&#45;cornered battle in Tamil Nadu</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/record-voter-turnout-marks-high-stakes-four-cornered-battle-in-tamil-nadu</link>
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<title>ഹോർമുസ് കടലിടുക്കിൽ  മൈനുകൾ നിക്ഷേപിക്കുന്ന ബോട്ടുകളെ കണ്ടാലുടൻ വെടിവയ്ക്കാൻ ട്രംപിന്റെ ഉത്തരവ്</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/hormuz</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:54:00 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Trump orders Navy to ‘shoot and kill’ any boat suspected of laying mines in Strait of Hormuz</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/trump-orders-navy-to-shoot-and-kill-any-boat-suspected-of-laying-mines-in-strait-of-hormuz</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The statement comes amid heightened maritime tensions in the region, where naval activity and vessel seizures have increased following recent confrontations. ]]></description>
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<title>Good news! France scraps transit visa requirement for Indian passport holders</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/good-news-france-scraps-transit-visa-requirement-for-indian-passport-holders</link>
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<title>ഇത്തവണ തൃശൂര്‍ പൂരത്തിന് വെടിക്കെട്ടില്ല; കുടമാറ്റത്തിന്റെ പൊലിമ കുറയ്ക്കും</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/pooram-126625</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 11:26:55 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>കണ്ണൂരിൽ സൂര്യാഘാതമേറ്റ് യുവാവ് മരിച്ചു</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/sanal</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 09:50:35 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Thrissur Pooram to be held without fireworks display</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/thrissur-pooram-to-be-held-without-fireworks-display</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:07:47 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Lufthansa cuts 20,000 flights as Iran war doubles jet fuel costs, EU faces energy shortage</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/lufthansa-cuts-20000-flights-as-iran-war-doubles-jet-fuel-costs-eu-faces-energy-shortage</link>
<guid>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/lufthansa-cuts-20000-flights-as-iran-war-doubles-jet-fuel-costs-eu-faces-energy-shortage</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The price of jet fuel has doubled since the start of the war in West Asia in late February, with production and transportation facing frequent disruptions. ]]></description>
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<title>‘Obama, Bush, Biden said no,’ before Trump agreed to Netanyahu&amp;apos;s Iran war push: Here&amp;apos;s what John Kerry said</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/obama-bush-biden-said-no-before-trump-agreed-to-netanyahus-iran-war-push-heres-what-john-kerry-said</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reportedly made a ‘hard sell’, pressing US President Donald Trump with the claim that Iran was ‘ripe for regime change’. ]]></description>
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<title>Hormuz Traffic grinds to a halt after Iran seizes first vessels</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/hormuz-traffic-grinds-to-a-halt-after-iran-seizes-first-vessels</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Traffic through the Strait of Hormuz ground to a halt on Thursday after Iran fired on commercial ships and said it had seized at least two vessels — a first in nearly eight weeks of war. ]]></description>
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<title>Kerala declares Mundathikkode blast a state disaster, Rs 14 lakh aid announced</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/kerala-declares-mundathikkode-blast-a-state-disaster-rs-14-lakh-aid-announced</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Kerala government has announced Rs 14 lakh as immediate financial assistance to the families of those who died in the Mundathikkode fireworks unit explosion in Thrissur district. The incident will be classified as a state-specific disaster, with the State Executive Committee of the Kerala State Disaster Management Authority directed to take necessary action.The decision was taken at an online cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan.A judicial inquiry has been ordered into the explosion. The investigation will be carried out by a one-member commission led by Justice CN Ramachandran Nair.Families of the deceased will receive Rs 4 lakh from the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) and an additional Rs 10 lakh from the Chief Minister’s Distress Relief Fund (CMDRF), taking the total assistance to Rs 14 lakh.Those injured in the blast will receive compensation as per SDRF norms, along with an additional Rs 2 lakh from the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund as immediate support.The government will also cover medical expenses for the injured for up to six months in government or private hospitals. Funds will be released from the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund based on the district collector’s recommendation, in addition to SDRF assistance. If treatment extends beyond six months, further expenses in empanelled private hospitals will be covered based on the decision of a medical board.Meanwhile, reports indicate that the death toll may have risen to 15, although authorities have so far officially confirmed 10 deaths. Efforts to identify victims are ongoing. Officials said eight bodies have been identified and handed over to families after post-mortem procedures, while several people remain missing, with at least four yet to be traced.Eleven injured victims are currently undergoing treatment, including five in critical condition with severe burn injuries. Medical sources said many of the injured have sustained burns over more than 70% of their bodies.Due to the condition of the remains recovered from the site, authorities have initiated DNA analysis to establish identities. The force of the blast scattered debris and body parts over a wide area, complicating rescue and recovery operations.Unexploded fireworks materials found at the site have been safely neutralised, and nearby water bodies are also being examined as part of the investigation. Officials are probing the cause of the explosion, including the possible use of banned substances. ]]></description>
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<title>From Puttingal to Thrissur, a recurring cycle of fireworks tragedies in Kerala</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/from-puttingal-to-thrissur-a-recurring-cycle-of-fireworks-tragedies-in-kerala</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Follow TNM’s WhatsApp channel for news updates and story links. The latest firecracker explosion at Mundathikkode in Thrissur is not an isolated disaster; it is part of a long and troubling continuum of fireworks-related tragedies in Kerala, raising serious questions about whether the state has truly absorbed the lessons of its past. The most searing reference point remains the 2016 Puttingal temple fireworks disaster in Kollam, where a competitive display triggered a massive blast that killed 111 people and injured over 350.Investigations that followed had pointed clearly to violations -- illegal storage of explosives, lack of permissions, and poor enforcement of safety norms.Yet, nearly a decade later, similar fault lines appear to persist.History shows that such incidents are neither rare nor recent.As far back as 1952, a fireworks explosion at Sabarimala Temple claimed 68 lives, underlining how deeply embedded risks have been in festival practices.In 1987, the Kuttamooli temple accident in Thrissur killed 20 people, followed by another deadly blast in 1990 at the Malanada Temple, which claimed 26 lives.More recent incidents show little has changed. In 2024, over 150 people were injured in a fireworks accident at Anjootambalam Veerarkavu Temple in Kasaragod.The same year, a blast at Tripunithura, where fireworks were stored for a temple festival, killed two people and damaged more than 100 houses, highlighting the risks posed not just during displays but also in storage and handling.The pattern is stark: repeated accidents, followed by inquiries, compensation announcements, and renewed promises of stricter regulation.Yet implementation remains inconsistent.Committees have repeatedly recommended tighter licensing, safe storage distances, and stricter monitoring of explosive materials.However, enforcement on the ground continues to lag, often compromised by local pressures, administrative gaps, and the cultural weight of tradition.The Mundathikkode tragedy now fits into this larger narrative of systemic failure.It underscores that the issue is no longer about isolated lapses but about a structural inability to enforce safety norms in high-risk festival environments.Kerala today stands at a crossroads.The choice is between continuing a reactive approach, responding to disasters after they occur or shifting to a preventive framework rooted in accountability and strict enforcement.Without that shift, each festival season risks reopening old wounds, with history repeating itself in increasingly painful ways. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 07:31:44 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>‘Political stunt’: Critics slam Trump’s reading of a Bible passage one week after posting AI image of himself as Jesus</title>
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<title>India stands firm against terror: PM Modi pays tribute to Pahalgam victims</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/india-stands-firm-against-terror-pm-modi-pays-tribute-to-pahalgam-victims</link>
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<title>Indian cities face shortage of Diet Coke as Iran war disrupts supply of aluminium cans</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/indian-cities-face-shortage-of-diet-coke-as-iran-war-disrupts-supply-of-aluminium-cans</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Diet Coke has emerged as an unlikely casualty of the supply chain disruptions caused by the war in West Asia, with several Indian cities reporting a shortage. ]]></description>
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<title>Fireworks tragedy: Holding of Kerala&amp;apos;s famous Thrissur Pooram to be decided tomorrow</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/fireworks-tragedy-holding-of-keralas-famous-thrissur-pooram-to-be-decided-tomorrow</link>
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<title>Govt orders judicial probe into Thrissur fireworks tragedy; announces aid</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/govt-orders-judicial-probe-into-thrissur-fireworks-tragedy-announces-aid</link>
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<title>HC stays ‘dry day’ order near TN border before polls</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/kerala-hc-stays-dry-day-order-near-tn-border-before-polls</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Kerala High Court has stayed a state government order imposing a ‘dry day’ within a 5-kilometre radius of the Kerala–Tamil Nadu border ahead of the Assembly elections in the neighbouring state scheduled for April 23.A Vacation Bench of Justice S Manu granted the interim relief, on Tuesday, April 21, while hearing petitions filed by hotels in Palakkad district challenging the restriction on liquor sales from April 21 to midnight of April 23.The court held that the state government did not have the authority to issue such a direction, noting that prohibitory measures on liquor sales during elections are governed by statutory provisions. The Bench observed that under the Representation of the People Act, such restrictions can only be imposed within notified polling areas.The court further noted that the state “could not show any provision which confers such power on it,” referring specifically to Section 135C of the Representation of the People Act, 1951, which prescribes a ban on sale of liquor only within polling areas.The petitions were filed by a group of three-star hotels holding valid FL-3 bar licences for the 2026–27 period. They contended that the order was “ex facie arbitrary, without jurisdiction and illegal,” and violated their fundamental right to carry on trade under Article 19(1)(g) of the Constitution, according to copy 2.The petitioners also argued that their establishments, located between 3 and 5 kilometres from the state border, had no impact on electoral processes in Tamil Nadu. They pointed out that liquor outlets on the Tamil Nadu side remained open during previous elections in Kerala without causing law and order issues.The matter has been posted for further hearing on June 8. ]]></description>
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<dc:creator>WorldMalayalee</dc:creator>
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<title>പൂരവും വെടിക്കെട്ടും: ഡിജിറ്റൽ യുഗത്തിലെങ്കിലും ഇത്തരം ആചാരങ്ങൾ ഒഴിവാക്കിക്കൂടേ? തൃശൂർ സ്ഫോടനത്തിൽ  ആർ. ശ്രീലേഖ</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/pooram-126544</link>
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<title>UAE recalls Flying Tiger cups over lead safety risk</title>
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<title>Viral video: Woman confronts police, minister over traffic chaos in Mumbai; netizens say, ‘Give this lady Bharat Ratna’</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ A Mumbai woman confronted a senior minister at a political rally, expressing her frustration over the heavy traffic caused by the event. The incident went viral, with social media users praising her bravery and calling for more public accountability from politicians. ]]></description>
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<title>Iran war ceasefire not ‘open&#45;ended’&#45; Trump willing to give 3&#45;5 days to Tehran, reveals report</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 07:23:47 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Fireworks tragedy: Govt and temple authorities to decide on Thrissur Pooram conduct</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/fireworks-tragedy-govt-and-temple-authorities-to-decide-on-thrissur-pooram-conduct</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Follow TNM&#039;s WhatsApp channel for news updates and story links. Following the tragic fireworks explosion that killed 13 people, the Thrissur Pooram Committee said a decision on how to proceed with Thrissur Pooram and its associated fireworks will be made after discussions with authorities. Thrissur Pooram is a popular temple festival in Kerala, scheduled to take place on April 26 at the Vadakkunnathan Temple.Devaswom Minister VN Vasavan told the media that the state government will take a decision after discussions with both the Thiruvamabady and Paramekkavu Devaswoms. He also said a judicial probe into the accident will be conducted and announced financial assistance of Rs 14 lakh to the families of the deceased and Rs 2 lakh for the injured. The fire occurred in Mundathikode near Thrissur on April 21, when a powerful explosion at a fireworks unit killed 13 and left several others critically injured. Authorities said the death toll is expected to rise. The unit produced fireworks material for Thrissur Pooram-related displays at the Thiruvambady Devaswom.Thiruvambady Devaswom Secretary K Gireesh Kumar said that Thiruvambady can&#039;t make a unilateral decision. “People from the festival committee also died. Any further steps will be taken only after discussions with the government, the police, and other officials,” he added.Paramekkavu Devaswom Secretary V Rajesh said, “When so many people die, the public are emotional. Taking that into account, and also considering the customs, what we intend is a balanced approach. We will act in coordination with whatever the district administration says.”According to reports, final decisions will be taken following a meeting with Devaswom Minister VN Vasavan on April 23.Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced an ex gratia relief of Rs 2 lakh from the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund for the next of kin of the deceased. The injured will receive Rs 50,000.  ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 07:21:20 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>PM Modi announces compensation after Thrissur firecracker blast kills 13</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/pm-modi-announces-compensation-after-thrissur-firecracker-blast-kills-13</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Saddened by the loss of lives in the explosion at a firecracker facility in Thrissur, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday, April 21, expressed deep condolences to the families of the deceased and conveyed his heartfelt sympathies.Describing the incident as profoundly tragic, the Prime Minister said he was anguished by the scale of the loss of life, which has cast a shadow over the region ahead of the upcoming Thrissur Pooram festivities.The Prime Minister announced an ex gratia relief of Rs 2 lakh from the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund for the next of kin of each deceased, while those injured will receive Rs 50,000. He also stated that the government stands firmly with the affected families and assured them that all necessary assistance will be extended without delay.According to official reports, 13 people have died in the explosion so far, while 13 others are undergoing treatment in various hospitals. The condition of five of the injured is reported to be serious, with medical teams providing intensive care and closely monitoring their progress.The explosion at a fireworks unit in Thrissur took place on Tuesday during preparations for the festival’s grand fireworks display, triggering a massive fire, sending thick smoke across the area and causing panic among workers and nearby residents.President Droupadi Murmu and Vice-President CP Radhakrishnan also expressed grief over the loss of lives. In a post on social media platform X, the President said she was saddened by the incident and offered prayers for the bereaved families, while wishing a speedy recovery for the injured. The Vice-President too expressed anguish and extended condolences.Following the incident, the Prime Minister directed Thrissur MP and Union Minister of State for Tourism Suresh Gopi to immediately proceed to the city. Responding to the direction, Gopi said he was en route to Delhi airport to take a flight to Kochi and would continue to Thrissur by road.Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi expressed deep sorrow over the tragedy, calling the explosion heartbreaking and noting the scale of devastation at the fireworks facility. He said his thoughts are with the bereaved families and urged authorities to ensure swift rescue efforts, along with immediate and adequate medical care for all those injured.Wayanad Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra also conveyed her condolences, stating she was deeply saddened by the loss of lives in the explosion. She extended her sympathies to the grieving families and prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured, while expressing solidarity with all those affected.Communist Party of India Secretary Binoy Viswam expressed heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased and said he shares in their deep grief. He urged the government to ensure adequate compensation and immediate specialised treatment for the injured, and said the tragedy calls for serious reflection by festival committees and religious scholars on the continued use of hazardous explosive materials in festival-related activities. ]]></description>
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<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/trump-126525</link>
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<title>Labour Secretary Lori Chavez&#45;DeRemer is leaving Trump’s Cabinet after abuse of power allegations</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/labour-secretary-lori-chavez-deremer-is-leaving-trumps-cabinet-after-abuse-of-power-allegations</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:01:52 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>AI could destroy 25 million US jobs</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/ai-could-destroy-25-million-us-jobs</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:46:57 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Sabarimala gold theft row: SIT questions former TDB president again</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/sabarimala-gold-theft-row-sit-questions-former-tdb-president-again</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Follow TNM&#039;s WhatsApp channel for news updates and story links. The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the controversial removal of gold plated panels from Sabarimala temple in 2025 has intensified its enquiry, questioning key figures and examining procedural lapses that have triggered political and administrative scrutiny. This comes at a time when the SIT is to submit its comprehensive report to the High Court, which had appointed them last year.Former Devaswom Board president, P.S. Prasanth, was questioned for the third time on Monday as part of the expanding probe.Ajikumar, a former member of the Devaswom Board, was also interrogated.Investigators are focussing on the circumstances under which the gold panels were handed over to the temple’s tantri without prior approval from the Kerala High Court, a move the SIT has flagged as a clear violation of established norms.The issue had earlier snowballed into a controversy, prompting Prasanth to tender an apology before the High Court.The SIT is now examining whether the decision to transfer the panels bypassed mandatory oversight mechanisms and if any undue influence was involved.In parallel, the SIT has recorded statements from all officials involved in transporting the panels on September 7, 2025.Testimonies were collected both at Sannidhanam and in Thiruvananthapuram, reflecting the probe’s widening scope and urgency.Attention has also turned to the role of the current Thiruvabharanam Commissioner, whose statement is expected to be pivotal.The commissioner had initially raised concerns over the technical expertise of Smart Creations, the firm entrusted with the gold plating work, but later submitted a report certifying the company’s competence.This reversal has raised questions about possible external pressure influencing official assessments.With multiple layers of administrative decision-making under the scanner, the SIT is expected to submit its findings in the coming weeks, even as calls grow for greater transparency in the management of temple assets and adherence to judicial directives.In the two separate charge sheets registered by the SIT on the gold scam 13 people were arrested and all of them now are out on bail. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:27:41 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Perambra material room opening: Kozhikode Collector reports lapses by returning officer</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/perambra-material-room-opening-kozhikode-collector-reports-lapses-by-returning-officer</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Follow TNM&#039;s WhatsApp channel for news updates and story links. Kozhikode district collector Snehil Kumar Singh on Tuesday, April 21, submitted a report to Kerala Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Ratan U Kelkar regarding the opening of a material room, where documents related to the Assembly election in Perambra constituency were stored. According to reports, the Collector cited lapses on the part of the Returning Officer (RO), who opened the room to collect polling-related documents to update the Election Commission software. The collector will submit a detailed report within two days. Kelkar told TNM that an inquiry has been initiated into the issue.The controversy erupted in Perambra on Monday, April 20, after Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) members alleged a conspiracy over the opening of a strong room at the JDT Institute in Vellimadukunnu, where polling-related materials for the Perambra Assembly constituency were stored. In response, the Perambra Returning Officer clarified that the room opened was not the sealed strong room housing Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) or postal ballots, but an unsealed room used to store polling records. Speaking to the media on Monday, senior Congress leader and Kozhikode MP MK Raghavan said that access to the strong room is highly restricted after polling. “Only central forces are permitted access. But now, who all have entered? Government officials have gone inside. Why did they enter, for whom, and with what purpose? A clear answer must be given,” he said.Following this incident the UDF lodged a complaint with the ECI. Palakkad incident A day after the Kozhikode incident caused a controversy, polling officials’ move to open a material room in Palakkad evoked sharp reactions from political parties. Following this, Kelkar issued a directive against opening any rooms in the vote-counting centres.In Palakkad, the returning officers had planned to open a strong room at Victoria College, which stored the documents in connection with the Nenmara Assembly constituency election. Palakkad District Collector MS Madhavikutty later clarified that the proposal was to access the material strong room, not the EVM strong room.Madhavikutty explained that the material room, housing election-related documents, is located adjacent to the EVM strong room and that opening it is not irregular. According to officials, the intent was to retrieve Form 17A to ensure accurate data entry on the Election Commission’s website.The Collector added that such a room would only be opened in the presence of candidates and reiterated that the materials&#039; strong room was not sealed.Kerala went to the polls on April 9, and counting of votes will take place on May 4.  With IANS inputs  ]]></description>
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<title>Thrissur blast leaves at least 13 dead: ‘Felt like an earthquake,’ say residents</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/explosion-at-fireworks-unit-near-thrissur-kills-4-over-40-injured</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ At least four people were killed and more than 40 injured in an explosion at a fireworks manufacturing and storage unit in Mundathikode near Thrissur, Kerala, on Tuesday, April 21, during preparations for the Pooram festival. The incident which took place at around 3 pm, has triggered a large-scale emergency response.Among the injured, nearly eight individuals are said to be in critical condition. While the exact number of workers present at the unit during the blast remains unclear, unconfirmed reports indicate that around 40 people may have been at the site. The facility was reportedly preparing firecrackers for the Thiruvambady Devaswom, one of the key organisers of the Thrissur Pooram festival.The explosion occurred at a unit producing fireworks materials for a sample display scheduled on April 24, part of the week-long Thrissur Pooram festivities that began with flag-hoisting ceremonies on Monday.Authorities said the exact cause of the explosion has yet to be determined, and investigations are underway. The blast was described as extremely powerful, with its sound heard several kilometres away. Many local residents initially mistook it for an earthquake, as thick smoke and flames engulfed the area.Emergency services, including Fire and Rescue teams, police, and multiple ambulances, rushed to the spot. “We received an alert around 3.35 pm about the blast. The firecracker preparation unit was situated in a paddy field that had dried after the harvest, and the intense summer heat may have worsened the incident,” an official from the Wadakkanchery Fire Station told OnManorama.The injured were taken to the Government Medical College Hospital in Thrissur and other nearby hospitals. Health Minister Veena George directed officials to ensure all necessary arrangements for expert medical care, placing multiple hospitals on high alert.Rescue operations are being carried out with caution amid fears of unexploded firecracker materials. During the rescue, another explosion was reported forcing the authorities to proceed with extreme caution. ]]></description>
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<title>തൃശൂർ പൂരം ഒരുക്കത്തിനിടെ വെടിക്കെട്ട് പുരയിൽ സ്ഫോടനം; 7 പേർ മരിച്ചു</title>
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<title>New era as Apple names new boss to replace Tim Cook after 15 years</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/new-era-as-apple-names-new-boss-to-replace-tim-cook-after-15-years</link>
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<title>US Iran Ceasefire: Uncertainty lingers over Islamabad talks as deadline nears; Vance to fly to Pakistan today</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/us-iran-ceasefire-news-live-uncertainty-lingers-over-islamabad-talks-as-deadline-nears-vance-to-fly-to-pakistan-today</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ US Iran Ceasefire News LIVE: Tensions between the United States and Iran remain high as both sides warn they are prepared for war, even as a fragile ceasefire hangs in the balance. ]]></description>
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<title>Wayanad township row deepens as Minister Rajan defends government, targets critics</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/wayanad-township-row-deepens-as-minister-rajan-defends-government-targets-critics</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The controversy over cracks and leakages in newly-built houses in a government township project in Kerala&#039;s landslide-struck Wayanad intensified on Monday with Revenue and Housing Minister K. Rajan issuing a fresh clarification even as criticism mounted from opposition parties and on social media.  Addressing a press conference, Rajan said water seepage had been detected in two houses and that he personally inspected them to verify whether the affected portions had been properly marked.The minister rejected allegations that he attempted to conceal structural flaws, asserting that the markings seen being erased were only surface indicators and not cracks themselves.The row erupted after cracks and leakages were reported in three houses in the township developed and handed over by the government.Critics alleged that efforts were made to downplay the defects, with visuals circulating widely and fuelling public concern over construction quality and safety standards.Amid the backlash, Rajan also responded to personal criticism, saying he takes pride in being called a &quot;daily wage worker&quot;, a remark that drew both support and derision online.He further appealed against cyber attacks targeting Noufal, a disaster-affected resident linked to the controversy, urging restraint and sensitivity in public discourse.Incidentally, the video featuring Rajan making a personal observation at the cracks has by now gone viral and has turned into a comedy act.Seeking to reassure beneficiaries, the government announced that residents of 178 houses in the township would be able to move in by the first week of May.Officials said a three-stage inspection process is being expedited and is expected to be completed by April 30 to ensure structural safety and habitability.The minister also took a swipe at the opposition Congress, accusing it of politicising the issue instead of constructively engaging with rehabilitation efforts.With the controversy showing no signs of abating, the episode has raised broader questions about quality control in post-disaster housing projects, even as the government attempts to contain political fallout and restore public confidence. ]]></description>
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<title>&amp;apos;നിങ്ങൾ കഷ്ടപ്പെട്ടുണ്ടാക്കിയ പണമാണ്, എന്‍റെ പേരും ചിത്രവും കണ്ട് ചതിയിൽ വീഴരുത്,  പദ്ധതിയുമായി എനിക്ക് ഒരു ബന്ധവും ഇല്ല&amp;apos; ; അജു വർഗീസ്</title>
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<title>Patrick Muldoon, star of ‘Melrose Place’ and ‘Days of Our Lives’, dies at 57</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Patrick Muldoon, the American actor best known for originating the role of Austin Reed in Days of our Lives, died on Sunday at age 57 after suffering a sudden heart attack at his Beverly Hills home, leaving behind a three-decade career in television and film. ]]></description>
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<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/vijay-126444</link>
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<title>Kerala strong room opening row: Officials say the room stored polling records, not EVMs</title>
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<title>Massive fire breaks out at India&amp;apos;s first greenfield refinery complex day before PM Modi’s scheduled inauguration</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Several images and videos of the fire at the refinery-cum-petrochemical complex showed black smoke billowing out of the area. Several firefighting vehicles were also seen arriving at the complex to douse the fire. ]]></description>
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<title>Trump tariff refund process begins: CBP launches portal for businesses after SCOTUS strikes down emergency import duties</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/trump-tariff-refund-process-begins-cbp-launches-portal-for-businesses-after-scotus-strikes-down-emergency-import-duties</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ “Importers and their brokers will be able to begin claiming refunds through an online portal beginning at 8 a.m.,” CBP said, adding that it will administer the process in phases. ]]></description>
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<title>India–South Korea sign 15 pacts to boost trade, AI cooperation, more: Prez Lee says aim is to ‘double bilateral trade’</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/indiasouth-korea-sign-15-pacts-to-boost-trade-ai-cooperation-more-prez-lee-says-aim-is-to-double-bilateral-trade</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ In a joint press conference with PM Narendra Modi, the South Korean President said, ‘We aim to increase the current 25 billion dollar level of annual trade volume to around 50 billion dollars by 2030.’ ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 13:40:03 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Kerala tightens surgical protocols after two shocking incidents</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/kerala-tightens-surgical-protocols-after-two-shocking-incidents</link>
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<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/iran-126425</link>
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<title>ജപ്പാനിൽ വൻ  ഭൂചലനം; 7.4 തീവ്രത,  സുനാമി മുന്നറിയിപ്പ്</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/earth-quake-126424</link>
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<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/anvar</link>
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<title>Man kills seven of his children, and an eighth child, in Louisiana mass shooting</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/man-kills-seven-of-his-children-and-an-eighth-child-in-louisiana-mass-shooting</link>
<guid>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/man-kills-seven-of-his-children-and-an-eighth-child-in-louisiana-mass-shooting</guid>
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<title>15 dead, 20 injured as bus rolls down hill in J&amp;amp;K&amp;apos;s Udhampur</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/15-dead-20-injured-as-bus-rolls-down-hill-in-jks-udhampur</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 07:48:40 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Hajj Visa vs Umrah Visa: Rules, eligibility&#45; what Indian pilgrims must know as Saudi tightens rules</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/hajj-visa-vs-umrah-visa-rules-eligibility-what-indian-pilgrims-must-know-as-saudi-arabia-tightens-rules</link>
<guid>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/hajj-visa-vs-umrah-visa-rules-eligibility-what-indian-pilgrims-must-know-as-saudi-arabia-tightens-rules</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Hajj visa and Umrah visa are not the same. Here is everything Indian pilgrims need to know about the key differences, rules and how to apply. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 07:43:17 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>ഹോർമൂസ് പ്രതിസന്ധി; വിഴിഞ്ഞം തുറമുഖത്തേക്ക് കപ്പലുകൾ ഒഴുകിയെത്തുന്നു</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/vizhinjam</link>
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<pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 19:53:21 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>ലോൺ ആപ്പ് ചതിക്കുഴി: 3 വർഷത്തിനിടെ കേരളത്തിന്  70 കോടിയുടെ നഷ്ടം</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/loan-app</link>
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<pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 19:27:56 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>രണ്ടാം ഘട്ട ചർച്ചകൾ പാക്കിസ്ഥാനിൽ നടക്കുമെന്ന് ട്രംപ്; പങ്കെടുക്കുന്നത്  തീരുമാനിച്ചിട്ടില്ലെന്ന് ഇറാൻ</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/iran-126406</link>
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<pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 18:47:32 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>ഇറാനുമായി  ചർച്ചകൾക്ക്  തന്റെ പ്രതിനിധികൾ  ഇസ്ലാമബാദിലേക്ക് പോകുന്നു: കരാർ അംഗീകരിച്ചില്ലെങ്കിൽ ഇറാനെ തകർക്കുമെന്ന്   ട്രംപ്</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/iran-126405</link>
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<pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 16:42:33 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Kerala faces record demand in electricity, minister assures no power cuts</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/kerala-faces-record-demand-in-electricity-minister-assures-no-power-cuts</link>
<guid>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/kerala-faces-record-demand-in-electricity-minister-assures-no-power-cuts</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Kerala Electricity Minister K Krishnankutty said on April 19, Sunday, that the state will not impose load shedding despite electricity consumption touching record levels. He said the government has made arrangements to meet rising demand during the ongoing summer.Addressing the media, he said procuring additional electricity from power exchanges has become increasingly difficult under current conditions. In response, the Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) has approached the Kerala Electricity Regulatory Commission, seeking approval to enter long-term agreements with power suppliers from other states. The minister said the board expects a decision by April 22 and expressed confidence that approval would help avert any electricity crisis.He maintained that there is no situation warranting load shedding at present and attributed the surge in consumption to intensifying summer heat. Increased use of cooling appliances such as fans and air conditioners has driven demand, he said, adding that a shortage of LPG has also led more households to rely on induction cookers.Krishnankutty urged the public to avoid using high-power appliances during peak hours between 6 pm and 11 pm. He said high temperatures are likely to persist until at least April 26. Responding to concerns about frequent power disruptions, he said these are largely due to overloading in local networks leading to tripping, rather than planned outages.Kerala is currently witnessing an unprecedented spike in power consumption, with daily usage reaching a record 116.11 million units and peak load climbing to 6,013 MW. The pressure on the grid is most severe during evening and late-night hours. Officials said that while peak demand traditionally occurred between 6.30 pm and 10.30 pm, it has in recent years extended up to 2 am during the summer months, largely due to increased use of air conditioners.Amid the surge, KSEB is exploring both short-term and medium-term procurement options. According to a report by Mathrubhumi, the board has sought permission to purchase electricity at rates of up to Rs 10 per unit to ensure uninterrupted supply, arguing that prevailing market conditions require a higher ceiling than the previously approved average of Rs 7.35 per unit. It has also requested access to the term-ahead market, which allows procurement over a 30-day window, after finding limited availability in the day-ahead market. The board plans to procure an additional 250 MW between mid-April and mid-May.Despite these measures, multiple media reports indicate that consumers in several rural areas have faced unscheduled nighttime power cuts. KSEB officials have denied imposing load shedding, but acknowledged that certain load restrictions are being implemented to manage transmission constraints.Officials said the state currently has access to around 6,255 MW of power during peak hours, including approximately 4,455 MW from the central grid and power purchase agreements, and about 1,800 MW from internal generation. However, there has been a reduction of around 100 MW due to the shutdown of some generation units. The board has indicated that it can manage demand even if peak load reaches 6,200 MW.The rise in rooftop solar installations has added complexity to power management. Around 3.61 lakh consumers have grid-connected rooftop solar systems, contributing nearly 2,000 MW during daytime. While the board is required to purchase this power at regulator-approved rates, these consumers draw electricity from the grid at night when demand peaks. Officials said daytime consumption stands at around 4,500 MW, rising to about 6,000 MW at night.To manage the situation, KSEB has constituted committees led by senior officials to closely monitor demand patterns and control procurement costs. The board expects high demand to continue until at least mid-May.Krishnankutty said the decision to pursue long-term agreements marks a shift from the state’s earlier approach, when such arrangements were avoided due to concerns over financial losses. He added that once these agreements are in place, Kerala would be better equipped to handle demand fluctuations without resorting to load shedding, and expressed hope that the onset of rains in May would improve generation and ease pressure on the grid. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 16:39:18 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Tourist rush to Nilgiris triggers traffic congestion amid summer festival season</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/tourist-rush-to-nilgiris-triggers-traffic-congestion-amid-summer-festival-season</link>
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<title>18 dead in firecracker factory explosion near Virudhunagar in Tamil Nadu</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/18-dead-in-firecracker-factory-explosion-near-virudhunagar-in-tamil-nadu</link>
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<pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 13:24:48 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>&amp;apos;ട്രംപുമായി വാദപ്രതിവാദത്തിന് താൽപര്യമില്ല, തന്റെ പരാമര്‍ശങ്ങള്‍ തെറ്റായി വ്യാഖ്യാനിക്കപ്പെട്ടു&amp;apos;;  മാർപാപ്പ</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/pope-126374</link>
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<pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 13:15:30 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>തൃശൂർ പൂരം തിങ്കളാഴ്ച കൊടിയേറും;   പൂരം 26 ന്</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/pooram</link>
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<pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 11:27:48 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>ഇന്ത്യൻ കപ്പലുകൾക്ക് നേരെ ആക്രമണമുണ്ടായാൽ   വലിയ പ്രത്യാഘാതങ്ങൾ നേരിടേണ്ടി വരും ;  ഇറാന് മുന്നറിയിപ്പ്</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/iran-126372</link>
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<title>മദ്യപിച്ചിരുന്നില്ല, വാഹനാപകടക്കേസില്‍ നടന്‍ മണിയന്‍പിള്ള രാജുവിന് പൊലീസിന്റെ ക്ലീന്‍ ചിറ്റ്</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/maniyan</link>
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<pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 10:33:43 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Back to school mode on in the UAE: All the key updates</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/back-to-school-mode-on-in-the-uae-all-the-key-updates</link>
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<pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 07:59:06 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Kharge criticises PM Modi&amp;apos;s address, raises concerns over handling of women&amp;apos;s quota issue</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/kharge-criticises-pm-modis-address-raises-concerns-over-handling-of-womens-quota-issue</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Saturday criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi&#039;s address to the nation, alleging that it included political remarks and raised concerns over the handling of the issue of women&#039;s reservation. In a post on social media platform X, Kharge alleged that the Prime Minister used the address to target the Opposition, particularly the Congress, instead of focusing on substantive governance issues.He also claimed that PM Modi referred to the Congress repeatedly in his speech while making limited mention of women, questioning the government&#039;s commitment to women&#039;s empowerment.&quot;The Model Code of Conduct is already in place and it was very clear how PM Modi misused official machinery to attack his opponents. This is a delitravesty of Democracy and the Constitution of India. Modi ji mentioned Congress 59 times and women barely few times. That tells the country everything about his priorities. Women are not the BJP’s priority. Congress is, because Congress stands on the right side of history,&quot; Kharge wrote on X.Kharge said the Congress has consistently supported women’s reservation, recalling that the party had passed the Women’s Reservation Bill in the Rajya Sabha in 2010 to prevent it from lapsing. He added that the Congress also supported the legislation brought by the BJP in 2023.The Congress leader further stated that the 2023 law on women’s reservation had already been notified recently and argued that the government should implement 33 per cent reservation in the existing 543 Lok Sabha seats without delay.He accused the government of conflating separate legislative issues, alleging that the recent constitutional amendment proposals being discussed were related to delimitation and not directly linked to the ‘Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam’.Kharge also demanded that the Prime Minister apologise to the people, alleging that the address contained misleading claims.Highlighting the Congress’ record, he cited measures such as the Green Revolution, economic liberalisation, Aadhaar rollout, and legislations like the Right to Information Act, Right to Education Act, Food Security Act, and MGNREGA.He also pointed to laws related to women&#039;s rights, including those addressing workplace harassment, domestic violence, and criminal law reforms.The Congress president further criticised the BJP over its record on women’s safety, referring to incidents such as Hathras and Unnao, and citing data on crimes against women.He alleged that the Prime Minister chose to focus on political attacks despite ongoing economic challenges and global uncertainties, and accused the ruling party and its ideological affiliates of pursuing divisive politics.&quot;After 12 and a half years in power, in the middle of an international crisis, high inflation, a deteriorating economy, sliding Rupee, and deep public distress, the Prime Minister had nothing to offer the nation except a political speech.&quot;Even with the Model Code of Conduct in place, he chose to blame the Opposition, especially Congress, for his own failures, his own betrayal, and his own apathy. Lastly, BJP-RSS divides the nation. RSS supported the British against Indians and wrote mercy petitions to them. Every Indian knows that Modi Jis political masters — RSS are against WOMEN. They believe in Manusmiti, which encourages DIVISION, and NOT the Constitution of India,&quot; Kharge&#039;s post on X read. ]]></description>
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<title>Ontario survey reveals invisible caste bias in South Asian communities across Canada</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/ontario-survey-reveals-invisible-caste-bias-in-south-asian-communities-across-canada</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ A decade after US-based Equality Labs released its first survey on caste discrimination in the United States, an Ambedkarite group in Canada has released the findings of a similar survey in that country, which shows that people of South Asian heritage—the majority of them Indians—practise discrimination against people of lowered castes and Dalits.The South Asian Dalit Adivasi Network (SADAN) and researchers from four Canadian universities conducted the community-oriented survey and released the Caste Experiences in Ontario Survey report to coincide with Dalit History Month, which is observed in April, and Ambedkar Jayanti, which falls on April 14.The survey received responses from 128 people, the majority of whom—85%—traced their roots to India, while the remaining had ancestry in Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. 61% of the respondents were caste marginalised and 38% self-identified as Dalit or caste-oppressed.The respondents also professed different faiths—Hinduism, Buddhism, Ravidassia, Dalit and Adivasi practices. The majority of respondents spoke Hindi (70%), while 37% spoke Punjabi and 27% Tamil. Over 40% of respondents said they were discriminated against at the workplace and educational institutions. Discrimination also spilled over into social relationships such as friendships and marital alliances, as well as at places of worship and cultural gatherings.The report was authored by Kavya Harshita Jidugu, Harshita Yalamarty, Vijay Puli, Jatin, Chinnaiah Jangam, and Sailaja Krishnamurti. Kavya is a PhD candidate at Queen’s University. Harshita is an assistant professor and Canada Research Chair in gender and migration (Tier 2) at Toronto Metropolitan University. Vijay Puli is a founder and executive director of SADAN. Jatin is a PhD scholar and co-founder of the Forum for Anti-Caste Activism at the University of Toronto. Chinnaiah is an associate professor at Carleton University of Toronto and co-founder of SADAN. Sailaja is an associate professor and HoD of gender studies at Queen’s University. Kavya, who was a lead researcher in the project team, said in a press release: “The courage it took for community members to come forward and speak about caste-based discrimination is both powerful and essential to addressing casteism in Canada and we are grateful for the community’s leadership.”Subtle biases  The report noted that South Asians formed the largest visible minority in Canada and while researchers had studied South Asians in terms of a diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) framework, social relations within South Asians had not received much attention.The survey asked 38 questions divided into four sections: demographic information, personal experiences of caste discrimination, discrimination in the community, and personal reflections. Participants were also allowed to record their views on certain questions. Many respondents talked about caste discrimination being less overt compared to India. However, as one respondent put it, “subtle biases persist, making it harder at times to feel fully included or accepted. This has somewhat affected my sense of belonging, particularly within diaspora circles where caste consciousness continues to influence social relationships.”One respondent spoke of Brahmins wearing a sacred thread in public places such as swimming pools as an example of practices that “don’t directly attack anyone but quietly establish superiority in society”. “On the surface, this appears to be a religious practice, but it actually serves as a way of signalling to others that they are superior to other Hindus… it’s an assertion of religious and caste superiority”. Around 50% of the participants—of which 92% were from caste marginalised backgrounds—have experienced caste-based discrimination in their workplaces, educational institutions, while purchasing or renting homes, and in other social settings. More than half of these respondents said they had been subjected to discrimination more than once. Around 69% of respondents said that caste discrimination has impacted their mental health.How casteism affects life in CanadaCasteism at the workplace included interviewers asking job aspirants for their caste because they couldn’t identify the candidate’s caste from their last name and paying lower wages to Dalits than others for the same work. More than 50% interviewees said that caste discrimination has prevented them from progressing in their career.Several people spoke of being asked about their caste by roommates or neighbours, encountering rental listings that specified acceptable caste backgrounds and housing being denied at the last minute when the tenant’s caste was identified. One respondent stated that “(my) upper caste roommate called me impure because I was eating meat (sic).”Many respondents described being bullied for their skin colour or meat diet in school. Students reportedly also face bias from their faculty during their vivas, assignments, or exams. A respondent ]]></description>
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<title>The Latest: Iran fires on ships in Strait of Hormuz as Tehran imposes restrictions again</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Iran reversed its decision to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and fired on a tanker attempting to pass the waterway on Saturday. It also warned that it would continue to block transit through the strait as long as the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports remained in effect.Confusion over the critical chokepoint threatened to deepen the energy crisis roiling the global economy and push the two countries toward renewed conflict, even as mediators expressed confidence a new deal was within reach.Iran&#039;s joint military command said on Saturday that &quot;control of the Strait of Hormuz has returned to its previous state ... under strict management and control of the armed forces.&quot;Two gunboats from Iran&#039;s Revolutionary Guard opened fire on a tanker transiting the Strait of Hormuz, the British military&#039;s United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations center said. It reported the tanker and crew as safe, without identifying the vessel or its destination. TankerTrackers.com reported vessels were forced to turn around in the strait, including an Indian-flagged supertanker, after they were fired on by Iran.Saturday&#039;s developments came after U.S. President Donald Trump said the blockade &quot;will remain in full force&quot; until Tehran reaches a deal with the U.S. that includes its nuclear program. Tehran had reopened the strait Friday to commercial vessels.Roughly one-fifth of the world&#039;s oil passes through the strait and further limits would squeeze already constrained supply, driving prices higher once again. Iran&#039;s Friday announcement about the opening of the crucial body of water, through which 20% of the world&#039;s oil is shipped, came as a 10-day truce between Israel and the Iranian-backed Hezbollah militant group in Lebanon appeared to hold.Despite the escalation, Pakistani officials say the United States and Iran are still moving closer to a deal ahead of the April 22 ceasefire deadline.The fighting has killed at least 3,000 people in Iran, nearly 2,300 in Lebanon, 23 in Israel and more than a dozen in Gulf Arab states. Thirteen U.S. service members have also been killed.Here is the latest:Another Israeli soldier dies in combatIsrael&#039;s military says another soldier died in combat in southern Lebanon, the second death announced in under twelve hours.It brought the total number of soldiers killed in Lebanon to 15, and was the second soldier killed in combat since the ceasefire.The military said another soldier was badly wounded in the same incident, along with four moderately wounded and four lightly injured.It was the second soldier to die since the ceasefire. The first died because of wounds sustained during combat, the military said.UN chief condemns attack in Lebanon that killed French peacekeeperStéphane Dujarric, the spokesman for U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres, says Guterres has strongly condemned the killing of a French peacekeeper and the wounding of three others in an attack in southern Lebanon.The U.N. peacekeeping force in southern Lebanon came under attack with small-arms fire Saturday morning. Two of the injured were hurt seriously, France&#039;s president and the force known as UNIFIL said.Both President Emmanuel Macron and the UNIFIL force blamed Hezbollah, but the Lebanese militant group denied involvement.Iran declares the Strait of Hormuz fully closed, state media reportsThe navy of Iran&#039;s Revolutionary Guard Corps said it extended the closure to the corridor it had earlier designated for the safe passage of vessels through the strategic waterway and declared the strait fully closed until the U.S. blockade on Iranian ports and ships is lifted.On Friday, Iran said vessels could move through the strait in coordination with it and against the payment of a toll.But in a statement late Saturday carried by Iran&#039;s state media, the navy warned that any violating vessel would be targeted.Iran considers the U.S. blockade a violation of the ceasefire between the two countries. Two vessels were attacked earlier on Saturday in the Strait of Hormuz and off Oman&#039;s coast, at least one of them by Iranian gunboats.Israel says one of its soldiers has been killed in LebanonThe military said the soldier, an officer, was killed in south Lebanon on Friday, the day after the start of a U.S.-brokered ceasefire that has otherwise largely held.It said two other soldiers were injured in the incident, but didn&#039;t release any more details.This brings to 14 the number of Israeli soldiers killed in the latest war in Lebanon.Hezbollah leader dismisses ceasefire paper published by USNaim Kassem, head of the Iran-backed Lebanese militant group Hezbollah, in a statement read on the group&#039;s al-Manar TV said a paper published by the U.S. State Department that it described as the text of a ceasefire agreement between Lebanon and Israel &quot;means nothing at the practical level, but it is an insult to our country.&quot;&quot;Everyone knows that the government of Lebanon has not met or approved this statement,&quot; he said.The text published by the U.S. described the 10-day truce ]]></description>
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<title>PM Modi addresses the nation: Slams Oppn and says &amp;apos;I apologise to all the mothers...&amp;apos;</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/pm-modi-addresses-the-nation-slams-oppn-and-says-i-apologise-to-all-the-mothers</link>
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<title>ഹോർമുസ് കടലിടുക്കിൽ  ഇന്ത്യൻ കപ്പലിന് നേരെ വെടിവെപ്പ്; വിദേശകാര്യ മന്ത്രാലയം പ്രതിഷേധമറിയിച്ചു</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/hormuz-126322</link>
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<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/iran-126319</link>
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<title>Dubai announces return of school bus services from April 20</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/dubai-announces-return-of-school-bus-services-from-april-20</link>
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<pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 13:57:42 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Heatwave in Kerala triggers crackdown on juice shops, bottled water quality</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/heatwave-in-kerala-triggers-crackdown-on-juice-shops-bottled-water-quality</link>
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<title>Kerala mourns Valparai tragedy as nine lives lost</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/kerala-mourns-valparai-tragedy-as-nine-lives-lost</link>
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<pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 13:45:56 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Minister visits Wayanad rehab project site amid cracks in new homes</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/minister-visits-wayanad-rehab-project-site-amid-cracks-in-new-homes</link>
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<pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 13:39:22 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Kerala restaurant owners held over Vishu poster depicting Lord Krishna with chicken dish</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Two restaurant owners were taken into custody by the Cherthala police following a controversy over a Vishu greeting that depicted Lord Sree Krishna as a child alongside a non-vegetarian dish. The accused, identified as Arshad (36) and Shamnas (30), are managing partners of Mehr Mandi &amp; Grills, an Arabic cuisine restaurant based in Cherthala. The police registered a case against them under Section 192 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, which deals with provocation intended to cause a riot and carries a punishment of up to one year in prison. The issue stems from a social media post circulated on April 15, the day of Vishu. The greeting, which read, “Happy Vishu – Mehr’s Vishu wishes to everyone,” featured an image of Mandhi rice and chicken placed in front of Lord Krishna. According to the FIR, the post was shared with the intention of hurting religious sentiments and disturbing public peace. The image reportedly spread widely after it was uploaded as a WhatsApp status. The case was registered based on a complaint filed by advocate MV Biju, a native of Thanneermukkom. Responding to the backlash, the restaurant owners said the post was not created with deliberate intent. In a video message, one of the owners, Shameer, apologized, saying, “We realized that the first poster we created was not appropriate for publication. We later removed it and replaced it with another. However, the initial poster had already spread widely across the country and turned into a controversy. We did not intend to create any issue or offend any religion.” The Vishwa Hindu Parishad organized a protest in front of the restaurant on the evening of April 17, intensifying tensions around the incident. ]]></description>
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<title>പൂനെ വിമാനത്താവളത്തിൽ സുഖോയ് വിമാനം അപകടത്തിൽപ്പെട്ടു</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/sukhoi-126276</link>
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<title>ഹോർമുസ് കടലിടുക്ക് പൂർണമായും തുറക്കില്ല, യുറേനിയം കൈമാറില്ല; ട്രംപിന്റെ പ്രസ്താവന തള്ളി   ഇറാൻ</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/iran-126274</link>
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<pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 03:33:07 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>കേരളം ചുട്ടുപൊള്ളുന്നു: 12 ജില്ലകളിൽ യെല്ലോ അലേർട്ട്</title>
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<title>മണ്ഡല പുനർനിർണ്ണയം ജനാധിപത്യത്തെ അട്ടിമറിക്കാനുള്ള ആയുധം; കേന്ദ്രത്തിനെതിരെ ജോൺ ബ്രിട്ടാസ്</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/delimitation-126272</link>
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<title>രാഹുൽ ഗാന്ധിയുടെ പൗരത്വ വിവാദം; അന്വേഷണത്തിന് ഉത്തരവിട്ട് അലഹാബാദ് ഹൈക്കോടതി</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/rahul-126271</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 20:02:52 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>വനിതാ സംവരണ ബില്‍ ലോക്‌സഭയില്‍ പരാജയപ്പെട്ടു</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/womens-reservation</link>
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<title>Around 700 BJP candidates win unopposed in Gujarat local polls: Jagdish Vishwakarma</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Around 700 candidates of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) have been declared elected unopposed across Gujarat ahead of the 2026 local self-government elections, the party’s state President Jagdish Vishwakarma claimed in one of the campaign programmes. The deadline for candidates to withdraw nominations ended on April 15, after which the BJP claimed it had already secured approximately 700 seats without contest.The seats span different tiers of local governance, including municipalities, taluka panchayats and district panchayats.The figure, if formally confirmed, would mark a significant early advantage for the party before polling.Speaking at election meetings in Gariyadhar and Palitana in Bhavnagar district, Vishwakarma attributed the outcome to what he described as public trust and the party’s organisational strength.He said opposition parties had either withdrawn from the fray or failed to field viable candidates against the BJP.“Congress has neither vision nor mission; their only agenda is to mislead the people,” he said.He further added, “BJP does politics of development while the opposition spreads only negativity, rumours and lies. The opposition only makes promises while the BJP delivers real development.”In his address, Vishwakarma contrasted past and present conditions in the Saurashtra region.He said that earlier, women had to travel three to four kilometres to fetch water and the electricity supply was irregular, particularly in the evenings.“Today, under the BJP government, tap water has reached every household and regular electricity is being supplied,” he said.He also criticised opposition legislators, alleging that they do not raise public issues in the Assembly and instead circulate misleading information on social media.Attacking the Congress further, he said it lacked both direction and intent, and accused it of relying on “negativity, rumours and falsehoods”.Drawing a contrast with what he described as the BJP’s internal democracy, he said that “even a small worker can become the party president” within the organisation.Referring to a past statement by former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi that only a fraction of welfare funds reached beneficiaries, Vishwakarma said the system had since changed, with financial assistance now being transferred directly into bank accounts under the current Central government.He highlighted several government initiatives, stating that more than one million homes in Gujarat have been equipped with solar panels, enabling households to benefit from free electricity.He also referred to the Ayushman health scheme, under which beneficiaries receive up to Rs five lakh annually, with an additional Rs five lakh support provided by the state government in Gujarat.Vishwakarma further cited schemes related to roads, water supply, drainage, farmer support, widow assistance, the Suryoday Yojana, Mudra loans and the ‘Lakhpati Didi’ initiative, as well as financial aid for students pursuing higher education under the state government.Quoting the prime minister, he said: &quot;The target of providing toilets to every household had been achieved, which he described as a measure ensuring dignity for women.&quot;Calling for participation in the elections scheduled for April 26, Vishwakarma urged voters to support BJP candidates in large numbers.“I call for massive voting in favour of the BJP and to ensure the victory of all BJP candidates,” he said. ]]></description>
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<title>N​​o state will lose out: PM Modi’s ‘guarantee’ on seat expansion</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Amid the heated debate over delimitation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday, April 16, promised that the delimitation process will not discriminate against any state. Addressing the House, the PM said that he will give a guarantee for it. “With a lot of responsibility, I want to tell this from this holy place: Whether it is the south or north or west or east, or a big or a small state. This decision-making process will not discriminate against any state. It won&#039;t commit injustice against anyone.”“The government that was in power before, under whom the delimitation happened, and the proportion that has been in place since then, there will be no change in that proportion. The expansion will also be according to that proportion,” he added.When an MP questioned if he could guarantee that, he promptly responded: “If they want me to employ the word guarantee, then I will use it. When our intent is clear, we need not play with words.” In his speech, the PM called for an apolitical approach towards the Bill, which has interlinked women’s reservation to it. He warned that if the Opposition opposes the women’s quota bill, then the exercise will bring political gains to him and urged them not to politicise the issue.TNM had earlier reported that the MP seats are likely to be increased uniformly by 50% for all states and union territories so that their current share of seats in the Lok Sabha will remain unaltered. The Opposition parties are rejecting the Delimitation Bill, 2026, the Constitution (One Hundred and Thirty-First Amendment) Bill, 2026, and the Union Territories Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026, arguing that the BJP was trying to bring in “unfair” delimitation in the guise of implementing women’s reservation.However, a TDP source told TNM that the BJP plans to increase each state’s seat share by exactly 50%. In the face of fierce protests from the opposition parties, the BJP or its allied parties are expected to move for an amendment to the Bill, which will bring in a uniform 50% increase to the existing seats. However, it remains unclear if such a provision would be brought in as an amendment or merely as a verbal assurance. If it is the latter, that would put the TDP in a tricky position. Meanwhile, political analyst Yogendra Yadav pointed out that the PM has made an assurance of proportional expansion when the bills do not mention it.  “So the PM repeats the assurance that an increase in seats will be ‘proportionate’ without specifying any provision in the proposed bills that achieves it. So the game is clear: the government might concede a proportionate increase this time by amending the Delimitation bill that has been tabled but will not incorporate it in the Constitution Amendment.”He said that the net result of it is that &quot;the existing Constitutional guarantee would be taken away, though a temporary concession would be made. Any future government would be able to change it with a simple majority.” ]]></description>
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<title>Amit Shah announces new share of southern states in Lok Sabha amid concerns</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/amit-shah-announces-new-share-of-southern-states-in-lok-sabha-amid-concerns</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Union Home Minister Amit Shah has announced the exact seat share of the southern states after the proposed expansion of the Lok Sabha to accommodate women’s reservation. He said that each state’s seat share will be increased uniformly by around 50% so that their proportional representation in the Lok Sabha remains the same. Amit Shah shared the following figures in the Lok Sabha on Thursday, April 16, during the special session of the Parliament convened to bring in three bills aimed at implementing women’s reservation and delimitation of constituencies. Share of southern states in Lok Sabha after expansion“There’s confusion being spread that these three bills will reduce south India’s representation in the Lok Sabha and hurt these states. I will give the government&#039;s answer to the debate tomorrow. But I don&#039;t want any confusion among people of the country even tonight,” Amit Shah said. When asked for the reason behind expanding the Lok Sabha to 850 seats as proposed in the Constitution (One Hundred and Thirty-First Amendment) Bill, 2026, Amit Shah said that the idea was to expand the previous Lok Sabha by approximately 50% so that when one-third of the seats set aside for women were accounted for, the remaining two-thirds strength would be similar to the original strength. By expanding to 850 seats, when one-third of the seats are set aside for women, the remaining “open” seats would nearly equal the previous strength of the Lok Sabha (543), he said. Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had assured the House that he would give a ‘guarantee’ that no state would be discriminated against. “The government that was in power before, under whom the delimitation happened, and the proportion that has been in place since then, there will be no change in that proportion. The expansion will also be according to that proportion,” he said.A three-day special session of the Parliament has been convened to discuss three bills, the Constitution (One Hundred and Thirty-First Amendment) Bill, 2026, the Delimitation Bill, 2026, and the Union Territories Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026. TNM had earlier reported that the BJP was planning to bring in an amendment to the Constitution (One Hundred and Thirty-First Amendment) Bill, 2026, which will bring in a uniform 50% increase to the existing seats. Delimitation: BJP might introduce amendment for 50% proportional increase in seats ]]></description>
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<title>Lok Sabha fails to pass women&amp;apos;s reservation bill with 2/3 majority; 298 votes in favour, 230 against</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/lok-sabha-fails-to-pass-womens-reservation-bill-with-23-majority-298-votes-in-favour-230-against</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Lok Sabha fails to pass women&#039;s reservation bill with 2/3 majority; 298 votes in favour, 230 against ]]></description>
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<title>Oil prices plunge after Iran foreign minister says Strait of Hormuz is &amp;apos;completely open,&amp;apos; Trump claims US blockade still in place</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/oil-prices-plunge-after-iran-foreign-minister-says-strait-of-hormuz-is-completely-open-trump-claims-us-blockade-still-in-place</link>
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<title>8 Kerala teachers die in mini&#45;van accident in TN&amp;apos;s Valparai</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/8-kerala-teachers-die-in-mini-van-accident-in-tns-valparai</link>
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<title>Congress MLA Vinay Kulkarni gets life sentence in BJP leader Yogesh Gowda murder case</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/congress-mla-vinay-kulkarni-gets-life-sentence-in-bjp-leader-yogesh-gowda-murder-case</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ A Special Court for People’s Representatives in Bengaluru convicted Congress MLA Vinay Kulkarni, along with 15 others, in the 2016 murder case of BJP leader Yogesh Gowda. ]]></description>
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<title>‘Had enough’: American woman quits Sweden after 8 years, cites work and visa challenges in viral post</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/had-enough-american-woman-quits-sweden-after-8-years-cites-work-and-visa-challenges-in-viral-post</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ An American entrepreneur has announced her decision to leave Sweden after nearly a decade, citing career challenges, immigration hurdles and growing concerns about how foreign professionals are treated.&amp;nbsp; ]]></description>
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<title>Gautam Adani turns Asia&amp;apos;s richest person with net worth of $92.6 billion: Check top 5 Indians on the list</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/gautam-adani-turns-asias-richest-person-with-net-worth-of-926-billion-check-top-5-indians-on-the-list</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Billionaire Gautam Adani took the first spot as the richest Asian on the Bloomberg Billionaires Index on Friday, with a net worth of $92.6 billion. Check which other Indian billionaires made it to the list. ]]></description>
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<title>Iran declares Strait of Hormuz ‘completely open for remaining period of ceasefire&amp;apos;</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/iran-declares-strait-of-hormuz-completely-open-for-remaining-period-of-ceasefire</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Iran declares the Strait of Hormuz ‘completely open for the remaining period of the ceasefire&#039; ]]></description>
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<title>Postal vote lapse: Kerala HC seeks ECI&amp;apos;s clarification, hearing on April 21</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/postal-vote-lapse-kerala-hc-seeks-ecis-clarification-hearing-on-april-21</link>
<guid>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/postal-vote-lapse-kerala-hc-seeks-ecis-clarification-hearing-on-april-21</guid>
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<title>Kerala: Case filed against hotel over provocative Vishu advertisement</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/kerala-case-filed-against-hotel-over-provocative-vishu-advertisement</link>
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<title>Heatwave alert: Kerala steps up vigil as UV levels surge</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/heatwave-alert-kerala-steps-up-vigil-as-uv-levels-surge</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ With temperatures soaring and ultraviolet (UV) radiation reaching high levels across Kerala, Health Minister Veena George on Friday issued a statewide alert, urging people to take strict precautions against heat-related illnesses. According to the Health Department, the UV index remains particularly high between 11 A.M. and 3 P.M., making direct exposure to sunlight during these hours hazardous.Prolonged exposure could lead to sunstroke or heat exhaustion, the Minister warned, stressing that prevention is key.Vulnerable groups, including children, the elderly, pregnant women, and those with chronic illnesses have been advised to remain indoors during peak hours.In response to the rising heat stress, the government has activated a Heat Health Action Plan and set up dedicated heatstroke clinics in major hospitals.These facilities are equipped with cooling systems and essential medicines, while surveillance of heat-related illnesses has been intensified.Health experts caution that excessive exposure to UV rays can cause skin and eye damage, weaken the immune system, and in severe cases, increase the risk of cancer by damaging cellular DNA.The public has been advised to use protective measures such as umbrellas, hats, sunglasses, and sunscreen, and to wear loose, light-coloured cotton clothing.Dehydration remains a major concern, particularly as fluid loss can occur even without noticeable thirst.Authorities recommend frequent intake of water, along with traditional cooling drinks such as buttermilk, salted rice gruel, and lemon water.Consumption of sugary and carbonated beverages should be limited.People experiencing symptoms such as dizziness, fatigue, nausea, excessive sweating, or reduced urination have been urged to seek immediate medical attention.Officials also warned against leaving children or the elderly in parked vehicles and advised ensuring proper indoor ventilation.With summer intensifying, George pointed out that public vigilance and timely precautions will be crucial in preventing heat related health emergencies. ]]></description>
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<title>Israel and Lebanon ceasefire in effect as Trump says US &amp;apos;very close&amp;apos; to deal with Iran</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/israel-and-lebanon-ceasefire-in-effect-as-trump-says-us-very-close-to-deal-with-iran</link>
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<title>BDS student suicide: Kannur Dental College expels Dr MK Ram</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/bds-student-suicide-kannur-dental-college-expels-dr-mk-ram</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ After sustained protests by students, the management of Kannur Dental College at Anjarakandy, Kerala, has expelled Dr MK Ram, Head of Department, Dental Anatomy, who faces allegations of harassment, including casteist and body shaming  remarks, in connection with the death of first-year BDS student Nithin Raj.The decision was taken following discussions with student union representatives on Thursday, April 16. A seven-member Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been constituted to probe the death of Nithin Raj, who died by suspected suicide at a private dental college in Ancharakandi, Kannur, on April 13. Dr MK Ram and Dr Sangeetha Nambiar have been named as accused in the FIR based on the allegations raised so far. Both are absconding, with their mobile phones switched off. Police said efforts are underway to trace them.Action against Dr Ram came amid intensified student protests on campus. Students have been organising marches and symbolically removing their white coats as part of the agitation. They have declared that protests, including sit-in demonstrations, will continue until their demands are met.“Even though I have been studying here for about five years, I don’t know who the management is. Even though our Nithin is gone, we should not allow another such tragedy. For that, we need transparency and a student-friendly environment. We are also aware of the limitations of our union. We don’t even know whom to approach beyond the principal. A strong student body, with or without party support, needs to be built here,” one of the protesters told the media.Student protesters have also said they will attend to patients in the clinic only after a decision is taken regarding Nithin’s case.“We will attend classes only after justice is served. The coats that we wear carry our parents&#039; sweats, they carry our tears, today blood has been splattered on this, if we do not ask now its colour will turn red, this white coat will be of no use then. We want to graduate from here wearing a white coat. If we do not react to this now we will never be able to react, another student protestor told the media.  ]]></description>
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<title>Americans lost $21 bn to online scams last year, FBI says — and the latest ‘e&#45;vite’ trap is arriving from people you actually know</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/americans-lost-21-bn-to-online-scams-last-year-fbi-says-and-the-latest-e-vite-trap-is-arriving-from-people-you-actually-know</link>
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<title>Delhi plane collision: DGCA takes action, ‘deroster’ air traffic controller, SpiceJet pilots</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/delhi-plane-collision-dgca-takes-action-deroster-air-traffic-controller-spicejet-pilots</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Delhi plane collision: DGCA takes action, &#039;derosters&#039; air traffic controller, SpiceJet pilots ]]></description>
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<title>Trump says Israel and Lebanon to begin 10&#45;day ceasefire within hours</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/trump-says-israel-and-lebanon-to-begin-10-day-ceasefire-within-hours</link>
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<title>Xi Jinping warns world is ‘crumbling into disarray’ as &amp;apos;dangerous&amp;apos; U.S. blockade hits markets. Protect your nest egg now</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/xi-jinping-warns-world-is-crumbling-into-disarray-as-dangerous-us-blockade-hits-markets-protect-your-nest-egg-now</link>
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<title>Anantara World Islands resort shut, Minor Hotels confirms</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/anantara-world-islands-resort-shut-minor-hotels-confirms</link>
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<title>Scientist Beena Pillai named director of nation&amp;apos;s premier biotech institute</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/scientist-beena-pillai-named-director-of-nations-premier-biotech-institute</link>
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<title>Maharashtra: Marathi mandatory for rickshaw and taxi drivers from May 1</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/maharashtra-marathi-mandatory-for-rickshaw-and-taxi-drivers-from-may-1</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Cabinet minister Pratap Sarnaik warned that the licenses of drivers who do not possess basic knowledge of Marathi will be cancelled ]]></description>
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<title>UAE announces in&#45;person classes for all students from Monday</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/uae-announces-in-person-classes-for-all-students-from-monday</link>
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<title>Kerala enforces minimum marks rule: Classes 5&#45;9 students to face re&#45;exams from April 28</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/kerala-enforces-minimum-marks-rule-classes-5-9-students-to-face-re-exams-from-april-28</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 07:48:25 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Trump posts image of himself and Jesus days after Christ depiction</title>
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<title>Scorching heat, gas shortage push Kerala&amp;apos;s power demand to record high</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/scorching-heat-gas-shortage-push-keralas-power-demand-to-record-high</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Kerala is witnessing an unprecedented surge in electricity consumption as an intense heat wave, coupled with a shortage of cooking gas, is driving households and small businesses to rely more on electric appliances. Consequent to this, the state recorded a peak power demand of 6,012 MW on Tuesday evening, the highest ever, surpassing Monday’s 5,933 MW.Total daily consumption also touched a monthly high of 112.52 million units.Of this, a substantial 87.42 million units were sourced from outside the state, underlining Kerala’s growing dependence on external supply.In contrast, in state generation, including hydel power, contributed only 25.09 million units.Meanwhile, with the consumption continuing to surge, the Kerala State Electricity Board is in a state of flux and confused about the way forward.The spike in demand is being attributed not just to the sweltering heat but also to shifting cooking patterns.In Kerala, induction cookers are widely used, and with an ongoing shortage of LPG cylinders, many households have turned to electric stoves.The trend is even more visible among wayside eateries and tea stalls, a common sight across the state, many of which have temporarily abandoned cooking gas in favour of electric alternatives.Even as power consumption rises, the heat shows no signs of easing.On Vishu day (Wednesday), large parts of the state continued to reel under extreme temperatures, with 12 districts placed under high temperature alerts.Palakkad recorded a scorching 40 degrees Celsius for the second time this season.Kollam saw temperatures rise to 38 degrees Celsius, while Kannur and Kottayam crossed 37 degrees Celsius.Adding to the discomfort, the ultraviolet index has reached dangerous levels at four monitoring stations, raising concerns about prolonged exposure.Health authorities have reported an increase in heat-related ailments, including dehydration, fatigue and sunburn.With both temperature and power demand climbing in tandem, the state faces a challenging period ahead, balancing supply constraints with rising consumption driven by both climate and necessity. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 07:21:41 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Congress CM debate intensifies ahead of Kerala election verdict</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Even before the votes are counted, the Congress party in Kerala is grappling with a familiar problem, internal rivalry. With polling for the 140-member Assembly concluded on April 9 and results due on May 4, growing optimism about a possible United Democratic Front (UDF) victory has triggered an intense debate over who should be the next Chief Minister.  What began as murmurs within party circles has now spilled into the public domain.Social media platforms are awash with campaigns backing key contenders, while television channels have amplified the narrative, turning it into a full-blown political spectacle.Congress workers, too, have joined the fray, openly aligning with their preferred leaders and pushing competing claims with unusual aggression.At the centre of the debate are leaders like V.D. Satheesan, K.C. Venugopal and Ramesh Chennithala, each backed by distinct camps within the party.Supporters of Venugopal highlight his proximity to Rahul Gandhi and his role in shaping national-level strategies, projecting him as a consensus builder.Satheesan, on the other hand, is being positioned as the face of a younger, more aggressive leadership, credited with energising the UDF’s campaign against the Left government.Chennithala’s camp leans on seniority and experience, arguing that he remains a natural choice if the party returns to power.This open jockeying, however, has raised concerns within the party.During the campaign, the Congress had carefully avoided projecting a Chief Ministerial candidate, insisting that the decision would rest with the high command.The intent was to prevent factionalism from undermining electoral prospects.That restraint appears to have faded quickly after polling day.Reports now suggest that the party leadership in Delhi is unhappy with the public airing of internal differences.The high command is understood to have reiterated that established procedures, not social media campaigns or public posturing, will determine the final choice.There is also unease that the ongoing tussle could send confusing signals to voters and dilute the message of unity that the UDF sought to project during the campaign.The coming weeks, therefore, are as much about managing internal expectations as they are about awaiting the electoral verdict.If the Congress-led front does secure a win, the leadership will have to swiftly contain factional pressures and present a united front.For now, the battle for Kerala’s top post has begun well before the ballots are counted, and it is playing out in full public view.K. Muraleedharan, son of four-time Congress Chief Minister K. Karunakaran, who has seen it all at close quarters when the party was deeply divided between his father and Antony, minced no words, saying, “it’s unfair to those who have voted for the UDF to see this unnecessary and needless discussions going on and all should maintain clam”, on Thursday morning.Sunny Joseph, State Congress president, on Thursday, said there is an accepted procedure in the party that starts to work when a chief minister is being selected. “What we have found out is that this is being done by a section using fake accounts on social media. Moreover, there will come a time when the legislators will be expressing their views on this topic at the appropriate forum, and until then, none should go overboard,” said Joseph. ]]></description>
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<title>Delimitation bill penalises states that implemented population policy, says CM</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/delimitation-bill-penalises-states-that-implemented-population-policy-says-kerala-cm</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Wednesday, April 15, came out strongly against the draft Delimitation Bill, 2026, saying the proposed exercise would penalise southern states that had sincerely implemented the National Population Policy of 1976 while rewarding states that had lagged behind in population control. It is imperative that the present Delimitation Bill which is sought to be taken up without much discussions be dropped forthwith, he said. The draft bill, now in the public domain, has raised alarm among southern states, which fear that a delimitation exercise based purely on current population figures would reduce their proportional representation in the Lok Sabha. States such as Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, which achieved significant success in controlling population growth, stand to lose seats to more populous northern states under such a formula. Pinarayi Vijayan said the proposed delimitation would be &quot;highly unjust&quot; and amounted to penalising states for responsibly implementing national policy. &quot;In a federal democracy, the raison d&#039;être for representation cannot be mere numbers,&quot; he said, adding that federalism was an inalienable part of the basic structure of the Constitution. &quot;The present attempt to increase the number of seats in the Lok Sabha, through an amendment proposed to be brought about in a haste will undoubtedly destroy the spirit of consensus, which was the cornerstone of our Constitution making,&quot; Vijayan said in a statement. The Chief Minister also raised concerns about the manner in which the bill was being pushed through. He said the attempt to link the delimitation exercise to the implementation of women&#039;s reservation was &quot;nothing but a ploy to mask the real objectives behind this entire exercise.&quot; Vijayan pointed out that the bill was being taken up at a time when elections to four state assemblies and one Union Territory were yet to be completed, which he said had &quot;raised genuine suspicions about the political considerations behind it.&quot; Pinarayi Vijayan said reservation for women in Parliament and state legislatures should be implemented immediately, without linking it to delimitation or the census. ]]></description>
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<title>Wake Up Keralam seeks immediate release of final Kerala poll statistics</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/wake-up-keralam-seeks-immediate-release-of-final-kerala-poll-statistics</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Wake Up Keralam has urged the Election Commission of India (ECI) to immediately release the final and accurate figures of votes polled in the state without further delay. Kerala went to the polls on April 9 and the failure of the ECI to release the data had led political parties raising concerns over lack of transparency. As of the afternoon of April 13, only approximate voter turnout percentages had been made available — with no detailed, booth-wise breakdown of votes polled for constituencies. The collective said the delay was fuelling public suspicion.Wake Up Keralam, a coalition of cultural, political, and environmental groups formed in February 2026 as the Kerala chapter of the All India People&#039;s Movement, said it has written to the ECI demanding the immediate release of the figures.In its letter, the collective pointed out that Presiding Officers at polling booths relay voter figures to the Election Commission every two hours during the polling process, and that Form 17C — certified by the Presiding Officer after reconciliation of figures at the end of polling — is also submitted to the Commission. Service votes, it noted, are completed on the day before and the day of polling. Given this, the collective argued, there is no reason for the data to remain unavailable to the public.&quot;Delay in this matter will only lead to raising distrust and concern among the people,&quot; the collective said in its communication to the Commission.The collective acknowledged that the Election Commission and its officials had conducted this year&#039;s election process without significant failures and deserved appreciation for the same. However, it insisted that publishing polled statistics in a timely manner was equally important.VD Satheesan, Leader of Opposition in Kerala had written to Gyanesh Kumar raising concerns over delay in publishing detailed official data including cpostal ballot numbers.In a press conference addressing concerns about the election data on Monday, April 13, Kerala&#039;s Chief Electoral Officer Rathan U Kelkar said the ECI will publish an &quot;index card&quot; containing the exact and final figures for all constituencies after service votes are processed on counting day. He rejected allegations of an &quot;undue delay&quot; in publishing data. He also stated that the total voter turnout in the Assembly elections in Kerala went up to 79.63% after the postal votes were factored in. This was an increase from the initial 78.27% reported on polling day. ]]></description>
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<title>Vinod Kambli at risk of brain stroke, Sachin Tendulkar backs financial aid drive for childhood friend, ex&#45;India teammate</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/vinod-kambli-at-risk-of-brain-stroke-sachin-tendulkar-backs-financial-aid-drive-for-childhood-friend-ex-india-teammate</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Former India cricketer Vinod Kambli is at risk of a brain stroke due to ongoing health issues, a close friend has revealed, adding that several former cricketers are contributing financially to support his treatment. ]]></description>
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<title>71,000 tech layoffs in 2026: Ankur Warikoo lists warning signs employees should watch</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/71000-tech-layoffs-in-2026-ankur-warikoo-lists-warning-signs-employees-should-watch</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ With over 71,000 layoffs reported in the tech sector in 2026 so far, entrepreneur Ankur Warikoo has outlined key warning signs employees should watch for and practical steps to navigate job uncertainty. ]]></description>
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<title>Kerala enjoys India&amp;apos;s diversity in its finest</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/kerala-enjoys-indias-diversity-in-its-finest</link>
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<title>Explained: What south India stands to lose from a population&#45;based delimitation</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ As the Union government gears up to introduce bills related to delimitation in the Parliament, politicians from southern India have raised alarm yet again that their states will suffer from reduced representation if the seats are distributed based on states’ population. Chief Ministers of all south Indian states, except Andhra Pradesh, have expressed concerns about possible injustice to their states through the impending delimitation exercise. The Union government is set to introduce three bills on Thursday, April 16, to expand the Lok Sabha from 543 to 850 seats, redefining the boundaries of Parliamentary constituencies. The bills will also bring into effect the 33% reservation for women in the Lok Sabha and state Assemblies, under the 2023 Women’s Reservation Act. While some questions about how the delimitation process will be carried out remain unclear, the three proposed bills do suggest that the government plans to use the 2011 Census as the basis for the next delimitation exercise. The Union government has said that basing delimitation on the upcoming 2027 Census would hugely delay implementation of women’s reservation, justifying the move to base it instead on the “latest published census”, which was in 2011. Opposition leaders have accused the BJP of using women’s reservation as a “cover” to bring about unfair delimitation without consultations. There is resistance to the bills from all southern states except Andhra Pradesh, as well as West Bengal and Punjab – a culmination of longstanding opposition to redrawing Parliamentary constituencies based on population. Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka, Telangana, and Punjab have even demanded an extension of the existing delimitation freeze for another 25 years beyond 2026. Leaders from these states have argued that they would be left with fewer Lok Sabha seats as a result of having controlled their population effectively, while the Hindi belt states, which have witnessed massive population growth and also happen to be BJP strongholds, will end up with more parliamentarians and disproportionately higher representation in the lower house. South India as a whole – Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Andaman &amp; Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, and Puducherry – has seen a population growth of 11.70 crore between 1971 and 2011, according to the Census. Uttar Pradesh alone had its population rise by 11.15 crore in the same period. So if delimitation is done solely based on population, based on the 2011 Census or the upcoming 2027 Census, representation can be expected to skew heavily against southern states. Last year, Union Minister Amit Shah had responded to these concerns by stating that the south would not suffer in the delimitation exercise, as it would be done on a pro rata basis (retaining the existing percentage share of total seats for each state) and not based on population. He is expected to clarify the exact process when the bills are introduced in the Parliament on April 16. Telangana CM Revanth Reddy, however, objected to the pro rata solution as well. In a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, he said that increasing Lok Sabha seats on either population or pro rata model was not acceptable, especially to southern states. Instead, he has suggested considering states’ economic contributions and human development outcomes. In the past, Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) leader KT Rama Rao too had suggested delimitation based on states’ contribution to the GDP. Southern states have been speculating for a while on how population-based delimitation would look based on guesstimates of an expanded Lok Sabha’s strength. Now that the Union government has specified that there will be 850 seats – 815 for states and 35 for Union Territories – here’s what representation in an expanded Lok Sabha may look like, either on a population or pro rata basis. Tamil Nadu would lose the most (11) seats if delimitation is based on population, while Uttar Pradesh would gain the most (14). The last delimitation of Lok Sabha seats was done in 1976, based on the 1971 Census. If seats are redistributed based on the 2011 Census population numbers alone, south India, which currently has a 24.3% share of Lok Sabha seats, will see its share go down to 20.7%. UP, Bihar, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Delhi, which are the top five states that would benefit from a 2011 Census-based delimitation, currently have a 33.33% share of Lok Sabha seats. This would go up to 38.35%. What do the proposed bills say The Constitution (One Hundred and Thirty-first Amendment) Bill, 2026, raises the Lok Sabha’s strength to 850 from 543. Previously, the Constitution had capped the Lok Sabha’s strength to 550 seats. The Bill also alters Article 82 of the Constitution, which says that the next delimitation exercise will happen only after the first census taken after 2026 has been published. This would be the upcoming 2027 Census. Article 82 also says that after every Census, the Lok Sabha seats ]]></description>
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<title>At least 250 people missing, including Rohingya and Bangladeshis, after boat sinks in Andaman Sea</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/at-least-250-people-missing-including-rohingya-and-bangladeshis-after-boat-sinks-in-andaman-sea</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ By Julhas Alam At least 250 people, including Rohingya refugees and Bangladeshi nationals, were missing after a boat capsized in the Andaman Sea recently on the way to Malaysia, according to the United Nations’ refugee and migration agencies.While details remained sketchy, Bangladesh Coast Guard spokesperson Lt. Com. Sabbir Alam Suzan told The Associated Press on Wednesday that nine people, including three Rohingya and six Bangladeshis, were rescued on April 9. Suzan said the Bangladesh flag carrier M.T. Meghna Pride rescued the nine people when the crew found them floating at sea after the capsize.When the boat sank and the status of any search Wednesday were unclear.The U.N. high commissioner for refugees and the International Organization for Migration in a joint statement said Tuesday that the trawler departed from Teknaf in the southern Bangladeshi district of Cox’s Bazar carrying a large number of passengers to Malaysia.Overcrowding, strong winds and rough seas caused the vessel to lose control and sink, the agencies said.Shari Nijman, a UNCHR communication officer in Cox’s Bazar, said Wednesday that the agency had no other updates.Another coast guard media official told the AP by phone Wednesday that the rescued people, eight men and one woman, were all safe after being handed over to the coast guard, who brought them to the police in Teknaf.The official said the rescue was not part of any official search operation as it is outside Bangladesh territory, and that the crew of the M.T. Meghna Pride saved the people while it was on its way to Indonesia from Bangladesh&#039;s Chittagong.The official spoke by phone on condition of anonymity in line with official policy.UNHCR and IOM said the disappearance reflected the protracted displacement of Rohingya people and the absence of durable solutions.They said ongoing violence in Myanmar’s Rakhine state has made the Rohingya’s safe return to Myanmar uncertain, while limited humanitarian assistance, as well as restricted access to education and employment in refugee camps, continue to push vulnerable Rohingya refugees to choose risky sea journeys, often based on false promises of higher wages and better opportunities abroad.UNHCR and IOM urged the international community to strengthen funding and solidarity to ensure lifesaving assistance for Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh, which has sheltered more than 1 million Rohingya from Myanmar. ]]></description>
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<title>Michigan tornado outbreak: Two tornadoes, 80+ MPH winds, thousands without power and large hail cause widespread damage</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/michigan-tornado-outbreak-two-tornadoes-80-mph-winds-thousands-without-power-and-large-hail-cause-widespread-damage</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Two tornadoes hit West Michigan late Tuesday night—one in Otsego and another in Carson City—damaging homes, businesses, and farm structures, destroying barns, and releasing livestock. ]]></description>
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<title>Trump claims he is reopening Strait of Hormuz, says &amp;apos;China is very happy&amp;apos;</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/xi-jinping-will-give-me-a-big-fat-hug-trump-claims-he-is-reopening-strait-of-hormuz-says-china-is-very-happy</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (local time) said that China is very happy that the Strait of Hormuz is being opened permanently, adding that his Chinese counterpart, Xi Jinping, will give him a ‘big, fat hug’ during his upcoming visit to China. ]]></description>
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<title>Xi assures Russia of China&amp;apos;s friendship as ties grow with other nations</title>
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<title>Vietnam’s new leader meets China’s Xi on his first overseas trip</title>
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<title>CBSE class 10 results 2026 declared: Here’s how to check scores</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/cbse-class-10-results-2026-declared-heres-how-to-check-scores</link>
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<title>Dust, rain and rough seas forecast across UAE as winds strengthen</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/dust-rain-and-rough-seas-forecast-across-uae-as-winds-strengthen</link>
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<title>Trump says the Iran war &amp;apos;is very close to over&amp;apos;</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/trump-says-the-iran-war-is-very-close-to-over</link>
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<title>Indian&#45;flagged LPG carrier ‘Jag Vikram’ reaches Kandla with 20,400 MT cargo after Hormuz transit</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/indian-flagged-lpg-carrier-jag-vikram-reaches-kandla-with-20400-mt-cargo-after-hormuz-transit-watch</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Indian-flagged LPG vessel &#039;Jag Vikram&#039;, which crossed the Strait of Hormuz on April 11, arrived at Kandla Port on April 14 carrying 20,400 metric tonnes of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), officials said. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 07:37:30 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>US, Iran to hold second round of peace talks in Pakistan? Trump says ‘over next two days...’</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/us-iran-to-hold-second-round-of-peace-talks-in-pakistan-trump-says-over-next-two-days</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ US President Donald Trump&#039;s comments came as Pakistan proposed hosting a second round in the coming days. Earlier, US officials said the talks between Iran and the US could happen on Thursday. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 16:41:20 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>PM Modi, Donald Trump hold 40&#45;min phone conversation; discuss Strait of Hormuz blockade</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/pm-modi-donald-trump-hold-40-min-phone-conversation-discuss-strait-of-hormuz-blockade</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ PM Narendra Modi, US President Donald Trump hold 40-min phone conversation; discuss Strait of Hormuz blockade. ]]></description>
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<title>Global economy at risk of recession if Iran war persists, warns IMF</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/global-economy-at-risk-of-recession-if-iran-war-persists-warns-imf</link>
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<title>Many US Catholics are dismayed by Trump&amp;apos;s unprecedented broadside at the first American pope</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/many-us-catholics-are-dismayed-by-trumps-unprecedented-broadside-at-the-first-american-pope</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ By David Crary, Peter Smith And Steve PeoplesA majority of U.S. Catholic voters supported Donald Trump in his 2024 presidential victory. Yet across the broad Catholic political spectrum – even among conservative-leaning bishops – there is dismay over Trump’s unprecedented verbal assault on Pope Leo XIV, the first American to lead their church.Leo says he is sharing a Gospel message and not directly attacking Trump or anyone else with his appeals for peace and criticism of attitudes fueling the war.Criticism of Trump came from Archbishop Paul Coakley, head of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, and from Minnesota-based Bishop Robert Barron, who only a few days ago was applauding Trump as an Easter guest at the White House. Barron called the president’s remarks “entirely inappropriate and disrespectful” and urged him to apologize.The dismay extended into an even more solid base of Trump support — conservative Christian evangelicals. Many were appalled that Trump followed his Truth Social attack on Leo by posting an image depicting himself as a Christ-like savior.“TAKE THIS DOWN, MR. PRESIDENT,” posted David Brody, a prominent Trump-supporting commentator with the Christian Broadcasting Network. “You’re not God. None of us are. This goes too far. It crosses the line.”By midday Monday, the image had been taken down from Truth Social. And speaking at the White House, the president claimed that he never intended to liken himself to Jesus when he posted the picture.“How did they come up with that?&quot; he asked. “It’s supposed to be me as a doctor, making people better. And I do make people better. I make people a lot better.&quot;Trump: No apology neededOn his clash with the pope, Trump was equally defiant: “There’s nothing to apologize for. He’s wrong.”The president&#039;s feud with American religious communities comes just six months before voting begins in this fall&#039;s midterms as Trump grapples with low approval ratings and dissension from his MAGA base over the war with Iran. But few groups of voters have been more loyal to Trump — and important to his political success — than those on the religious right.For now, some Trump allies are optimistic that the dispute will soon be forgotten.“There is a deep reservoir of appreciation for the president and his faith-based policies that transcends and eclipses any disagreement over a social media post,” Ralph Reed, who sits on the president’s faith advisory board, told The Associated Press.Through American history, numerous U.S. presidents have had policy differences with various popes. But experts on the Vatican and religious history could recall no exchange comparable to the back-and-forth between Trump and Leo over the pope’s condemnation of America&#039;s role in the Iran war.“This is unprecedented criticism of a Pope from a US president,” David Campbell, a political science professor at the University of Notre Dame, said via email.“As to whether it will have a big effect on how US Catholic voters regard Trump, that is an open question,” Campbell added. “Given that attitudes toward the president are driven largely by people’s party preference — which is hard to move -- it probably will not have a huge impact on Catholics’ attitudes toward Trump.”David Gibson, director of Fordham University’s Center on Religion and Culture, noted that many lay Catholics have been standing by Trump in recent weeks and have been critical of their bishops who critique the president.“If this attack on the pope does not shift that dynamic in a marked way it will truly be a watershed moment ... with American Catholics choosing a Catholic-baiting president over their own pope,” Gibson said.Looking far back into world history, Trump’s attempt to “strong-arm Pope Leo” isn’t anything new, said Kathleen Sprows Cummings, a professor of American Studies and History at Notre Dame.“Emperors, monarchs, and despots have long threatened popes in an effort to force them to bend to their will,” she said via email. “In an American context, however, Trump’s invective does represent a historic reversal.”“For most of this country’s history, Americans viewed the pope as war-mongering, money-grubbing, anti-democratic menace who had designs on the White House,” she added. “Today, the menace is in the White House, and the pope is the one defending the ideals of liberty and human dignity.”At a prayer service Saturday, the pontiff denounced the “ delusion of omnipotence ” that he said was fueling the war with Iran. Without citing Trump or the U.S. specifically, the pope said: “Enough of the display of power! Enough of war!”On Monday, he was specific in responding to the president’s criticisms, saying “I have no fear of the Trump administration.”Vance suggests Vatican should stay out of politics in some casesVice President JD Vance, a Catholic convert who occasionally has sparred with church leaders over their criticism of the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown, said in an interview on Fox News Channel on Monday ni ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:50:21 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Modi govt moves to increase Lok Sabha seats from 543 to 850</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/modi-govt-moves-to-increase-lok-sabha-seats-from-543-to-850</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The government is set to introduce in Parliament the Constitution (One Hundred and Thirty-First Amendment) Bill, 2026, on Thursday (April 14). ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:40:12 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>On Ambedkar Jayanti, CM calls for vigilance against caste bias</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/on-ambedkar-jayanti-cm-calls-for-vigilance-against-caste-bias</link>
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<title>Samrat Choudhary to be Bihar&amp;apos;s first BJP Chief Minister as Nitish Kumar era ends</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/samrat-choudhary-to-be-bihars-first-bjp-chief-minister-as-nitish-kumar-era-ends</link>
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<title>Satheesan calls for round the clock vigil at EVM storage centres</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/lop-satheesan-calls-for-round-the-clock-vigil-at-evm-storage-centres</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ LoP Satheesan calls for round the clock vigil at EVM storage centresThiruvananthapuram, April 14 (IANS) Amid heightened political scrutiny following the conclusion of polling in Kerala, Leader of the Opposition, V.D. Satheesan, on Tuesday urged stringent vigilance at centres where Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) are stored, calling for continuous monitoring to ensure transparency and safeguard electoral integrity. In a letter addressed to all 140 United Democratic Front (UDF) candidates, their election agents, District Congress Committee (DCC) presidents, and district UDF chairpersons, Satheesan emphasised the need for special caution at EVM storage strongrooms across the state.The directive comes at a crucial juncture as the state awaits the counting of votes, with political tensions running high.Highlighting existing provisions, Satheesan pointed out that candidates are permitted to deploy representatives in control rooms that monitor surveillance cameras installed at EVM strongrooms.He stressed that this facility must be fully utilised, ensuring that a designated representative remains present 24 hours a day to oversee proceedings.To facilitate this, the Opposition leader instructed candidates and their chief election agents to obtain the necessary permissions from respective District Collectors.He underlined that uninterrupted presence of UDF representatives in these control rooms is essential to reinforce public confidence in the electoral process.The move reflects the Opposition’s broader strategy to maintain strict oversight during the sensitive post poll phase, particularly in light of recurring concerns raised in past elections regarding the security of voting machines.While election authorities have consistently maintained that EVMs are stored under robust security protocols, political parties often deploy their own monitoring mechanisms as an added layer of assurance.Satheesan’s communication signals a coordinated effort within the UDF to remain vigilant until the declaration of results, reinforcing the alliance’s emphasis on procedural transparency and accountability in the electoral process.Kerala went to the polls on April 9 to elect 140 new legislators and the counting of votes will take place on May 4, a day that is eagerly awaited by all political parties in the state. ]]></description>
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<title>Scorching heat in Kerala, weather alerts issued in 12 districts</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Kerala continues to reel under an intense heat wave, with authorities issuing temperature alerts across the state, barring the high-range districts of Idukki and Wayanad. The soaring temperatures have raised concerns over public health, prompting officials to urge residents to take adequate precautions, particularly during daytime hours.Palakkad remains the hottest district, with the mercury expected to touch 40 degrees Celsius.The district had already recorded 39.2 degrees Celsius on the previous day, marking the highest temperature in the state so far this season.Weather authorities caution that the heat is likely to persist, with little immediate relief in sight.Kollam is also bracing for high temperatures, with forecasts indicating a rise up to 39 degrees Celsius.Several other districts, including Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Ernakulam, Thrissur, Kozhikode, Kannur, and Kasaragod, are expected to experience temperatures of up to 37 degrees Celsius.Meanwhile, Thiruvananthapuram and Malappuram may see temperatures climb to around 36 degrees Celsius.Health officials have warned of an increased risk of sunstroke and dehydration amid the prevailing conditions.People have been strongly advised to limit outdoor activities during peak afternoon hours and ensure adequate hydration.Wearing light, loose-fitting clothing and avoiding direct exposure to sunlight are among the key recommendations issued by authorities.The prolonged spell of high temperatures has begun to impact daily life, particularly for those engaged in outdoor work.With the heat index rising steadily, vulnerable groups such as the elderly, children, and those with pre-existing health conditions are at greater risk.Authorities continue to monitor the situation closely and have reiterated the importance of public awareness and preventive measures.As Kerala navigates this period of extreme heat, adherence to safety advisories will be crucial in mitigating health risks and ensuring public well-being.Meanwhile, pranksters are also out sharing unverified temperature alerts, and this forced the authorities to come out against such warnings and asked them to rely only on authorised reports.With a series of holidays soon after the April 9 polling day, many families are heading to the hilly districts to get away from the heat. ]]></description>
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<title>Trump says US military has blockaded Iranian ports to pressure Tehran</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ By SAMY MAGDY, JULIA FRANKEL and MIKE CORDER Associated PressU.S. President Donald Trump said Monday the American military had begun a blockade of Iranian ports as part of his effort to force Tehran to open the Strait of Hormuz and accept a deal to end the war that has raged for more than six weeks.Iran responded with threats on all ports in the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman, taking aim at U.S.-allied countries.At least two tankers approaching the strait Monday turned around soon after the U.S. blockade began, vessel tracker MarineTraffic said in a post on X.The U.K. Maritime Trade Operations agency said the blockade restricted &quot;the entirety of the Iranian coastline, including ports and energy infrastructure.&quot; Its notice to mariners said transit through the strait to or from non-Iranian places was not reported to be impeded though ships &quot;may encounter military presence.&quot;The U.S. blockade and Iran&#039;s threatened retaliation set up an extraordinary showdown that posed serious risks for the global economy and raised the specter that the ceasefire could collapse and the fighting could resume. Talks aimed at permanently ending the conflict — which began Feb. 28 with U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran — failed to reach an agreement this past weekend.Trump says the blockade has begun&quot;We can&#039;t let a country blackmail or extort the world because that&#039;s what they&#039;re doing,&quot; Trump said of Iran at the White House, where he announced the blockade had started.He suggested the U.S. remains willing to engage with Iran.&quot;I can tell you that we&#039;ve been called by the other side,&quot; Trump said, adding that &quot;they want to work a deal.&quot;Discussions between the U.S. and Iran about a second round of in-person negotiations are underway, two U.S. officials and a person familiar with the development said Monday. A diplomat from one of the mediating countries said Tehran and Washington have agreed to more talks.All four spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss sensitive diplomatic negotiations.Iran&#039;s effective closure of the strait, through which a fifth of global oil transits in peacetime, has sent oil prices skyrocketing, pushing up the cost of gasoline, food and other basic goods far beyond the Middle East.Before the U.S. blockade, Tehran had allowed some ships perceived as friendly to pass while charging considerable fees, leading to accusations it is holding the global economy hostage.Some analysts are doubtful that the United States can restore normal shipping through force alone. And it&#039;s not clear how the blockade will work or what the dangers might be to U.S. forces.The question is essentially who can endure the most pain: Could a blockade make Iran&#039;s economic situation untenable and force it to concede? Or will it drive global oil and other prices so high that Trump is forced to back down?The blockade could have far-reaching effectsThe U.S. military&#039;s Central Command announced the blockade would be enforced &quot;against vessels of all nations entering or departing Iranian ports and coastal areas&quot; on the Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman.CENTCOM&#039;s decision to allow ships traveling between non-Iranian ports to transit the strait was a step down from Trump&#039;s earlier threat to blockade the waterway.In a social media message, Trump said Iran&#039;s navy had been &quot;completely obliterated&quot; but still had &quot;fast attack ships.&quot; Trump warned that &quot;if any of these ships come anywhere close to our BLOCKADE, they will be immediately ELIMINATED.&quot;Iran issued threats of its own.&quot;Security in the Persian Gulf and the Sea of Oman is either for everyone or for NO ONE,&quot; the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting reported Monday. &quot;An Iranian military statement said: &quot;NO PORT in the region will be safe.&quot;The threats halted the limited ship traffic that resumed in the strait since the ceasefire, according to a report from Lloyd&#039;s List Intelligence. Marine trackers say over 40 commercial ships have crossed since the start of the ceasefire last week, down from 100 or more vessel passages per day before the war.The blockade is intended to pressure Iran, which has exported millions of barrels of oil since the war began, much of it likely carried by so-called dark transits that evade Western sanctions and oversight.But the effects will be felt far beyond Iran. The price of Brent crude oil, the international standard, hovered Monday just under $100 per barrel. It cost roughly $70 per barrel before the war.Iran says &#039;if you fight, we will fight&#039;Top-ranking Iranian officials threatened retaliation.Ebrahim Rezaei, a spokesperson for the Iranian parliament&#039;s National Security Commission, dismissed U.S. the threat of a U.S. blockade as &quot;more bluffing than reality.&quot;&quot;It will make the current situation (Trump) is in more complicated and makes the market — which he is angry about — more turbulent,&quot; he said in a post on X.The Iranian parliament speaker, Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf, addressed Trump in a statement: &quot;If you fight, we will fight.&quot;Meanwhile, Iran&#039;s representative to the United ]]></description>
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<title>Middle East war shock could push 2.5 million Indians into poverty: UNDP report</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/middle-east-war-shock-could-push-25-million-indians-into-poverty-undp-report</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The ongoing conflict in West Asia could push 2.5 million people in India into poverty, according to the UN. It estimates global poverty could rise to 8.8 million, with significant impacts on human development, food security, and employment across Asia and the Pacific. ]]></description>
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<title>Surgery reveals 20&#45;year&#45;old secret inside man&amp;apos;s body</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/extremely-lucky-man-walks-in-with-stomach-pain-surgery-reveals-20-year-old-secret-inside-his-body</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ A 32-year-old man accidentally swallowed it at age 12. Surgeons successfully removed it without any damage, leaving many astonished at his luck. ]]></description>
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<title>ട്രംപുമായി ഒരു തർക്കത്തിനില്ല: മിഡിൽ ഈസ്റ്റിലെ യുദ്ധത്തിനെതിരെ സംസാരിക്കുന്നത് തുടരും:  ലിയോ പതിനാലാമൻ മാർപാപ്പ</title>
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<title>Trump posts AI image of himself as Jesus&#45;like figure, drawing outrage</title>
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<title>16 kids dead, a Rs 574 cr ‘racket’: The pharma group the system refuses to stop</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ This is the first part of an investigative series examining pharmaceutical companies linked to the deaths of children from contaminated medicines, and the regulatory failures that allowed them to keep operating. This series is supported by the Thakur Foundation.Sixteen children are dead. Five more are permanently disabled. The pharmaceutical company behind the cough syrups responsible has since racked up multiple quality failures. Its owners have even been accused of drug diversion and licence misuse. But the company is still in operation. That company is Digital Vision Pharma, owned by Ambala-based businessman Parshotam Lal Goyal, with his sons Konic and Manic Goyal as directors. It publicly touts an “unflinching dedication to uncompromising quality standards”. Though a closer look points to a very different record.Despite being linked to the deaths of 14 children in Jammu and Kashmir between December 2019 and January 2020, Digital Vision allegedly continued manufacturing contaminated cough syrup, leading to two more children’s deaths the same year. In November 2025, the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) in Chandigarh busted a Rs 574 crore drug diversion racket, naming Digital Vision as a key player. The owners are currently absconding.This Newslaundry-The News Minute (NL-TNM) story shows how Digital Vision Pharma stayed in business through repeated controversies. It is also the story of dozens of families forced to battle the state for meagre compensation, in a case where not a single person from the company has spent a day behind bars.From veterinary medicines to a pharma empireParshotam Lal Goyal began his career as a medical retailer in Sangrur before entering pharmaceutical manufacturing in 1984 with Orison Pharmaceutical, a veterinary PCD (Propaganda-cum-Distribution) company in Ambala, Haryana. By the 1990s, Orison had expanded into general human pharmaceutical formulations. Around the same time, Goyal also set up Shiva Medical Hall, a wholesale outlet in Ambala dealing in pharma products including narcotic drugs, operating from the same address as Orison Pharma at 51, Industrial Area, Ambala Cantt.Over the next three decades, Goyal steadily built a web of pharmaceutical entities: Digital Vision Pharma in 2009; Taxus Meditech – later renamed Vellinton Healthcare – in 2014; Skincare Fiber Pvt Ltd in 2020; and Parb Pharmaceuticals in 2022. His younger brother, Rakesh Goyal, who initially worked with him, branched out in 2008 to start Orison Pharma International.Alongside this expansion ran a troubling reputation.35 drug alerts in 13 yearsAn analysis of CDSCO and state drug control data shows that Digital Vision Pharma and its group companies – Orison Pharmaceuticals and Vellinton Healthcare – have been flagged at least 35 times over the last 13 years for manufacturing medicines that failed quality standards. These alerts were issued by multiple state Food and Drug Administrations and CDSCO laboratories.Between 2014 and January 2026, drugs manufactured by Digital Vision were flagged as Not of Standard Quality (NSQ) at least 23 times by CDSCO laboratories in Chandigarh, Kolkata, Mumbai, Thiruvananthapuram, Guwahati and Ghaziabad, following samples drawn by drug control departments in states including Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Haryana, Jammu &amp; Kashmir, Telangana, Kerala, Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh and the Andaman &amp; Nicobar Islands.Its subsidiary Orison Pharmaceuticals was flagged in February 2020; Vellinton Healthcare was found producing NSQ drugs twice in June 2025 by the CDSCO’s Central Drugs Laboratory, Kolkata. In January 2025, Vellinton Healthcare was also debarred by the Armed Forces Medical Services until January 2027 after the AFMS concluded that the company had submitted forged and fraudulent documents to secure business dealings with them. At least 20 of these NSQ alerts were issued after the deaths linked to the cough syrups in 2019–20.Prosecutions that went nowhereRegulatory action has occasionally escalated into criminal prosecution, but with little result so far.In 2015, the office of the Assistant Drug Controller, Dharwad Circle, Hubballi (Karnataka) filed a case against Parshotam Lal Goyal and his sons, Konic and Manic, for manufacturing substandard drugs. Goyal approached the Dharwad bench of the Karnataka High Court to quash the proceedings. The court rejected the petition, noting that “drugs of inferior quality directly affect the common man. Consumption of inferior drugs may prove fatal to one’s life. It is a serious offence.” In 2022, another case was filed against Digital Vision in Karnataka, this time for manufacturing spurious antacid pantoprazole, initiated by then Assistant Drug Controller Shwetha Nagathan of the Vijayapura Circle.An Assistant Drug Controller from Karnataka’s Drugs Control Department, speaking on condition of anonymity, said: “Digital Vision Pharma was producing spurious drugs containing incorrect ingredients, adulteration, and mislabelling. During the in ]]></description>
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<title>Election loss for Hungarian Prime Minister Orbán has ripple effects for Trump, US conservatives</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/election-loss-for-hungarian-prime-minister-orban-has-ripple-effects-for-trump-us-conservatives</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ By Nicholas Riccardi And Matt BrownThe big election over the weekend was in a small European country nearly half a world away from Washington, but the defeat of Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has significant reverberations in the United States.That&#039;s because President Donald Trump and many U.S. conservatives have long embraced Orbán, who has become an icon among the global right for his anti-immigrant stance. The American president&#039;s agenda has striking parallels with the way the Hungarian leader used the levers of government to tilt the media, judiciary and electoral system to keep his party in power for 16 years.Trump supported Orbán’s reelection bid and even dispatched Vice President JD Vance to Budapest last week — in the midst of the Iran war — to stump for the incumbent.Orbán&#039;s loss was a reminder of how the war has diminished Trump&#039;s ability to help allied politicians overseas, as well as of the limited ability of leaders to use their power to tilt voting in their direction in an age of worldwide discontent over incumbents of all ideological stripes.“Oppositions can win despite a tilted playing field,” said Steven Levitsky, a politics professor at Harvard and coauthor of the book “How Democracies Die.” “Democracies are facing many challenges in many parts of the world, but so are autocracies.”Orbán’s defeat has immediate global implications because he was the European leader closest to Russian President Vladimir Putin and had blocked European Union aid to Ukraine, which is defending itself after Russian&#039;s 2022 invasion.His fall was celebrated on Sunday by both Democrats and Republicans, some of whom criticized their own administration for such overt support for the Hungarian leader.“Don’t fiddle-paddle in other democracies’ elections,” Republican Rep. Don Bacon of Nebraska said on the social media site X.“The freedom-loving people of Hungary have voted decisively in favor of democracy and the rule of law,” posted Republican Sen. Roger Wicker of Mississippi.Matt Schlapp, chairman of the American Conservative Union, is part of the wing of the American right that embraced Orbán. The Conservative Political Action Conference, which Schlapp&#039;s group hosts, held its first European session in Budapest and has made Hungary a regular destination.Orban was a featured speaker at the group&#039;s conference in Dallas in 2022.Schlapp said there&#039;s an easy explanation for Orbán&#039;s loss.“Eventually, democracies just want change,” he said. “In democracies, you don&#039;t have kings, and the people in the end speak.”&quot;The people of Hungary were saying, &#039;We&#039;re having a difficult time with inflation, the economy and the war. Let&#039;s try the new guy,&#039;” Schlapp said, noting that he backs Trump&#039;s Iran war but the turmoil it&#039;s created, especially in European energy markets, hurt Orbán.Diana Sosoaca, a far-right member of the European Parliament from Romania, on Sunday called Vance&#039;s Hungarian visit “a big mistake” given widespread revulsion at the Iran war on the continent.“You invite a representative of the United States of America, who created the big disorder in this world?” Sosoaca said in an interview posted by the Kremlin-controlled network RT, formerly known as Russia Today. “It was the biggest mistake he could do before the elections.”How Orbán consolidated powerAn anti-communist activist in his youth, Orbán was initially elected prime minister in 1998 but took a turn to the right after being voted out in 2002. Upon returning to office in 2010, Orbán and his Fidesz party implemented a legal framework to consolidate authority that he and his allies developed while he was out of power.Orbán embraced what he dubbed “illiberal democracy,” building a barrier on Hungary&#039;s southern border to block migrants from Africa and Asia who were moving northward through Europe. He and his party stifled LGBTQ+ rights, cracked down on freedom of the press and undermined judicial independence.Orbán cemented his power when his Fidesz party won enough seats in Parliament during the 2010 global recession to rewrite the country&#039;s constitution. They restructured the judiciary to funnel appointments to the bench through party loyalists, redrew legislative districts to make it much harder for Fidesz members to lose elections and helped push Hungary&#039;s media companies to be sold to tycoons allied with Orban.The European Union has declared Hungary an “electoral autocracy.”Orbán backers have scoffed at suggestions that the Hungarian leader is an enemy of democracy, and on Sunday he quickly conceded his loss. Democrats have worried that Trump will try to use his own executive power to tilt November&#039;s midterm elections or the 2028 presidential vote to his party, much as Trump tried to use his official powers to overturn Democrat Joe Biden&#039;s win in the 2020 presidential election.“Most importantly for American voters, even a guy who rigs the system can be defeated when the people unite and turn out against him,” said Ian Bassin of Protect Democracy, a nonpart ]]></description>
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<title>Sabarimala gold scam: Last accused behind bars also gets bail</title>
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<title>Music legend Asha Bhosle cremated in Mumbai with full state honours</title>
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<title>Centre approves Bengaluru–Mumbai Vande Bharat sleeper train</title>
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<title>Kerala elections: CEO says polling turnout touching 80 per cent, denies delay</title>
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<title>Govt to turn Asha Bhosle’s vision into reality, will set up music institute</title>
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<title>VD Satheesan flags delay in releasing Kerala poll data, writes to ECI</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ VD Satheesan, Leader of Opposition in Kerala Assembly has written to the Election Commission of India (ECI) expressing concerns over the delay in publishing official data on elections held on April 9. The letter was sent on April 12, three days after the polling. The letter, addressed to the Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, said even after three days after the polling date, the detailed and official constituency-wise polling data, vote percentage and postal ballot numbers have not been made public.  “The prompt release of such information is crucial to ensuring transparency, enabling public scrutiny and maintaining trust in the electoral process,” the letter said.Urging the ECI to take steps to publish the complete data without any further delays, Satheesan said timely access to verified information is vital for all stakeholders, including the public, researchers, and political representatives.According to the Commission, the approximate turnout for this year’s Assembly elections in Kerala was 78.27 per cent. Polls also saw 883 candidates contesting across 140 constituencies. The Election Commission is yet to respond to the delay in publishing final figures. The results of the elections are to be announced on May 4. Keywords  : VD Satheesan, Kerala election data delay, Election Commission of India, ECI polling data, Gyanesh Kumar, Kerala assembly elections 2026, voter turnout Kerala 78.27 percent, constituency wise data delay, postal ballot numbers Kerala, election transparency India, Kerala opposition leader, April 9 polling Kerala, election results May 4, Kerala politics news, polling percentage Kerala, election accountability India ]]></description>
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<title>Kannur dental student death: SIT formed, national Scheduled Castes panel orders probe</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Follow TNM&#039;s WhatsApp channel for news updates and story links.A seven-member Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been constituted to probe the death of BDS student Nithin Raj, who died by suspected suicide at a private dental college in Ancharakandi, Kannur. The National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC) has ordered a parallel inquiry and sought a report from the state police within five days.Kannur City Police Commissioner P Nidhinraj said the SIT, led by the Assistant Commissioner of Police and including members of the district cyber cell, was formed in view of the “various allegations” that have emerged in the case. He said the team is conducting a detailed probe into the circumstances that led to Nithin’s death.Nithin, 22, a first-year BDS student from Uzhamalackal in Thiruvananthapuram, was found lying on a stone-paved area between the administrative block and hospital around 1.30 pm on April 10. He was rushed to the casualty department but died at 3.35 pm.Based on preliminary findings, police have added charges of abetment to suicide under Section 108 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and invoked provisions of the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, including Section 3(1)(r), which deals with intentional insult or intimidation of an SC/ST member in public view.The Commissioner confirmed that two faculty members, Dr MK Ram and Dr Sangeetha Nambiar, have been named as accused in the FIR based on the allegations raised so far. He added that more names mentioned in complaints have also been included, and further action will depend on evidence gathered during the probe.Police also said voice recordings attributed to Nithin Raj, in which he alleges casteist abuse, humiliation, and threats by a faculty member, were among the reasons for invoking provisions of the SC/ST Act. The authenticity and timing of these recordings will be examined through cyber forensic analysis.The SIT will record detailed statements from classmates, hostel mates, and others associated with Nithin to establish the sequence of events. “Only after recording these statements can we arrive at greater clarity,” the Commissioner said, adding that many students are currently in distress and will be approached sensitively.Police have also seized Nithin’s mobile phone and are examining chats, call data records, and voice conversations as part of the investigation. CCTV footage from various parts of the college campus has been collected and will be analysed further.Separate loan app FIR, financial angle probedIn a parallel development, police have registered a separate case at the cyber police station linked to a loan app transaction involving the student.According to the Commissioner, call data record analysis showed that Nithin had taken a loan through a mobile application around December–January and had received repeated calls regarding repayment. During the loan process, the contact number of another teacher from the college was also accessed by the loan agency.“When the loan defaulted, the agency began calling the teacher as well, including repeated calls on April 10,” he said. Police said they are examining whether this sequence of events had any bearing on the case, and whether the contact details were shared voluntarily or accessed through app permissions.National SC Commission probeThe National Commission for Scheduled Castes has directed the state DGP to submit a report within five days on the circumstances surrounding Nithin Raj’s death.Family members have alleged that Nithin was subjected to sustained mental harassment and casteist abuse by faculty members. Audio clips purportedly sent by him to classmates, in which he describes being insulted over his caste, appearance, and family background, and threatened with physical harm, have surfaced.Following the allegations, the college suspended the two faculty members and constituted an internal inquiry committee. The State Human Rights Commission and Kerala State Youth Commission have also taken suo motu cognisance and sought reports from the police.Police said the investigation will focus on examining the allegations and evidence on record to determine the circumstances that led to Nithin’s death. ]]></description>
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<title>Is a blockade an act of war? Here&amp;apos;s what we know as Trump moves to block the Strait of Hormuz</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ During the Cuban Missile Crisis, for example, the Kennedy Administration was careful to label its naval action to stop further deliveries by Soviet ships a ‘quarantine.’ The reason for this was that a ‘blockade’ is an act of war under international law. ]]></description>
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<title>Allies split on Trump’s planned Strait of Hormuz blockade. How did nations react?</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Australia&#039;s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has called for the Strait of Hormuz to remain open. He said the US has not requested Australian assistance for a blockade amid rising tensions following the failed US-Iran ceasefire talks. ]]></description>
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<title>What does a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz mean? How will US forces actually stop ships?</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ President Trump also said that ‘at some point’ an agreement on free passage will be reached, but Iran has not allowed that to happen by merely saying, &#039;there may be a mine out there somewhere,&#039; that nobody knows about but them&#039;. ]]></description>
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<title>US weather alert today: Storm warning for California as Sierra Nevada faces heavy snow, strong winds</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning for parts of central California, cautioning that snow accumulations could reach up to 14 inches in some areas, accompanied by wind gusts of up to 45 mph. ]]></description>
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<title>Israeli military rigging homes with explosives, demolishing South Lebanon villages with large&#45;scale blasts: Report</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/israeli-military-rigging-homes-with-explosives-demolishing-south-lebanon-villages-with-large-scale-blasts-report</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ According to The Guardian, demolitions have been carried out in Taybeh, Naqoura, Deir Seryan villages along the border with Israel and mass explosions have been carried out in other border areas. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2026 16:38:03 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Asha Bhosle to be cremated with full state honours, last rites at Shivaji Park crematorium: Minister Shelar</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/asha-bhosle-to-be-cremated-with-full-state-honours-last-rites-at-shivaji-park-crematorium-minister-shelar</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Maharashtra Minister Ashish Shelar on Sunday announced that legendary singer Asha Bhosle will be cremated with full state honours following her demise at the age of 92. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2026 14:15:10 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>First life&#45;size statue of Swami Vivekananda unveiled in Seattle, US</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/first-life-size-statue-of-swami-vivekananda-unveiled-in-seattle-us-see-pics</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The life-size bronze statue has been installed at the bustling Westlake Square in downtown Seattle. Officials said this is the first such installation to be hosted by a city government anywhere in the US. ]]></description>
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<title>Trump imposes naval blockade on Iran after peace talks collapse</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/trump-imposes-naval-blockade-on-iran-after-peace-talks-collapse</link>
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<title>Asha Bhosle and Lata Mangeshkar: India’s iconic singer&#45;sisters connected in death &#45; here’s how</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/asha-bhosle-and-lata-mangeshkar-indias-iconic-singer-sisters-connected-in-death-heres-how</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Asha Bhosle, 92, died on Sunday, March 12, while Lata Mangeshkar breathed her last on February 6, 2022, which was also a Sunday, after being diagnosed with Covid-19. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2026 12:44:32 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Asha Bhosle cause of death: Music icon died from multiple organ failure, cardiac arrest</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/asha-bhosle-cause-of-death-music-icon-died-from-multiple-organ-failure-cardiac-arrest</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Asha Bhosle was admitted to Mumbai&#039;s Breach Candy Hospital on Saturday evening following extreme exhaustion and a chest infection. ]]></description>
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<title>പ്രശസ്ത   ഗായിക ആശാ ഭോസ്‌ലെ അന്തരിച്ചു</title>
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<title>Deadly stampede at Haiti&amp;apos;s historic Laferriere Citadel leaves at least 30 dead</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/deadly-stampede-at-haitis-historic-laferriere-citadel-leaves-at-least-30-dead</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ A stampede at Haiti&#039;s Laferriere Citadel has resulted in at least 30 deaths, with concerns that the toll may increase.&amp;nbsp; ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2026 07:46:56 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Two supertankers U&#45;Turn in Hormuz as US&#45;Iran talks break down</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/two-supertankers-u-turn-in-hormuz-as-us-iran-talks-break-down</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Two empty supertankers attempted to make their way through the Strait of Hormuz and into the Persian Gulf on Sunday, only to make a last-minute U-turn just as peace negotiations between the US and Iran broke down, threatening a fragile ceasefire. ]]></description>
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<title>Caste harassment alleged after Kannur dental student’s death; 2 teachers suspended</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/caste-harassment-alleged-after-kannur-dental-students-death-2-teachers-suspended</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Two teachers of Kannur Dental College, Ancharakandy, were suspended over allegations of mental harassment of a first-year Bachelor of Dental Science student, who died in a suspected suicide on Friday, April 10. The family of RL Nithin Raj, 22, alleged that he was subjected to abuse based on caste and skin colour by the teachers.Nithin, who belonged to a Scheduled Caste community, was found injured in the college backyard. He was immediately shifted to Kannur Medical College Hospital, but succumbed to his injuries at around 3 pm. Following the allegations, the college suspended Dr MK Ram and Dr KT Sangeetha Nambiar, Head of Department and Reader respectively in the Oral Pathology department. Nithin’s family has filed a complaint at Chakkarakkal police station.Kannur Dental College Principal Dr Vinod Mony denied receiving any complaint regarding caste harassment. He told the media that a committee comprising faculty and student representatives has been constituted to inquire into the allegations.Nithin, a native of Uzhamalakkal in Thiruvananthapuram, was the son of daily wage labourers Rajan and Latha. He is survived by two sisters, Rakhi and Nikhita. Rakhi told the media that Ram had shared Nithin’s answer sheet with his classmates and made them laugh at him.An audio clip purportedly of Nithin explaining the harassment he faced in the staff room surfaced after his death. In the clip, he said the teachers threatened him and described the targeted harassment he faced. “I tolerated the insult as far as I could. They insulted my mother and her surgery. My answer sheet was distributed among students, pointing out my spelling mistakes,” he said. ]]></description>
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<title>Legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle passes away at 92</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/legendary-playback-singer-asha-bhosle-passes-away-at-92</link>
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<title>Who is Nizar Amedi? Iraqi Parliament elects new President</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/who-is-nizar-amedi-iraqi-parliament-elects-new-president</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Amedi won after securing 227 votes, while his opponent Muthanna Amin Nader received 15. According to the reports, the vote to elect the Iraqi president took over two months. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 16:40:19 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>NDA candidate PC George’s offensive remarks on Church draw backlash</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/kerala-nda-candidate-pc-georges-offensive-remarks-on-church-draw-backlash</link>
<guid>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/kerala-nda-candidate-pc-georges-offensive-remarks-on-church-draw-backlash</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ NDA’s Poonjar candidate PC George, known for his repeated controversial remarks, has once again drawn attention for his use of offensive language in public — this time targeting the Catholic Church and sections of the clergy.Speaking to the media on April 10, George alleged that the Kanjirappally Bishop had instructed convents to support the UDF, and accused Church authorities of backing the opposition. “As of now, I am the only one useful for the Church. Shameless people,” he said. George also referred to the debates over the proposed amendment to the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) ahead of the Assembly elections, questioning why Church institutions could not “show accounts of foreign funds.” “The law will come,” George said. “Why are they barking (about FCRA)? This barking is for UDF. This is their rotten politics. Deepika did not publish my name or picture because it is run by bastards,” he said. Deepika is a Church-run daily. The FCRA regulates the receipt and use of foreign funds by individuals, associations, and organisations in India, and proposed changes to the law have sparked concern among several Christian groups and civil society organisations.Shone George, BJP state vice-president and son of PC George, also joined the attack, criticising sections of the clergy for raising concerns over the amendment. Both leaders, who had contested from Pala and Poonjar constituencies respectively, accused Church-backed platforms of politicising the issue. He further alleged that Deepika daily works against the BJP. In what was seen by many as a warning, he added, “If the Church’s stand is against BJP, then the party will take the same stand.”The remarks drew an indirect but sharp response from Deepika in its editorial published on April 11. “Whether the threat is from war-mongering Donald Trump or from communal agents acting as local political enforcers in Kerala, do not forget,” the editorial said, in an apparent reference to George.The editorial invoked a 1943 Time magazine account of an exchange involving Joseph Stalin and Winston Churchill, where Stalin dismissed moral authority by questioning the Pope’s military strength. It used the episode to argue that authoritarian forces, across ideologies and eras, tend to suppress dissent and rely on intimidation rather than accountability.“Pope Leo did not stand up only for Christians; he stood up so that everyone could live in peace, for the very survival of humanity. That has relevance in Kerala as well. Even as there are examples of laws claimed to be for everyone but used to target minorities, any political opportunist who threatens people into silence over the FCRA will be met with the same stance. It must be said again and again: politics should not be hijacked by corrupt forces,” it stated.This is not the first time PC George has targeted the Church. On April 1, following criticism from the Syro-Malabar Church over the FCRA amendment, he had accused some bishops of overstepping their domain and making politically motivated statements. He had also alleged that certain Church leaders believed the Congress should return to power and dismissed their concerns as irrelevant to the Christian community.He further courted controversy by claiming that Christians constitute only a small percentage of the population and suggesting that their position in the country was due to the BJP’s “generosity,” remarks that drew criticism from multiple quarters. ]]></description>
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<title>Peace talks begin in Pakistan, Donald Trump calls Iran &amp;quot;Failing Nation&amp;quot;</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/peace-talks-begin-in-pakistan-donald-trump-calls-iran-failing-nation</link>
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<title>&amp;apos;Incredibly disrespectful’: Vlogger slams passengers for leaving cabin dirty on Bangkok&#45;India flight</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/incredibly-disrespectful-vlogger-slams-passengers-for-leaving-cabin-dirty-on-bangkok-india-flight</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Sandhya Majji posted a video on Instagram showing seats covered with rubbish. The clip, captioned Bangkok to India flight, shows wrappers, tissues, and other waste left behind by passengers. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 13:32:38 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>To the moon and back: Who is Amit Kshatriya, Indian&#45;American NASA official behind Artemis II mission?</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/to-the-moon-and-back-who-is-amit-kshatriya-indian-american-nasa-official-behind-artemis-ii-mission</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Son of first-generation Indian immigrant parents, Kshatriya holds a Bachelor of Science in mathematics from the California Institute of Technology in Pasadena, California, and a Master of Arts in mathematics from the University of Texas at Austin ]]></description>
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<title>Delhi draft EV policy 2026: New registrations of only electric three&#45;wheelers allowed from 2027—Top 10 takeaways</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/delhi-draft-ev-policy-2026-new-registrations-of-only-electric-three-wheelers-allowed-from-2027top-10-takeaways</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Delhi&#039;s draft EV policy mandates that only electric three-wheelers can be newly registered from January 1, 2027. It offers incentives for residents purchasing electric vehicles, including scrapping allowances. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 13:32:37 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>BJP targets CPI(M) over case linked to Kumbh Mela viral star&amp;apos;s husband</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/bjp-targets-cpim-over-case-linked-to-kumbh-mela-viral-stars-husband</link>
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<title>Fear of sharks during Artemis II splashdown in Pacific Ocean? What NASA did to ensure astronauts&amp;apos; safety</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/fear-of-sharks-during-artemis-ii-splashdown-in-pacific-ocean-what-nasa-did-to-ensure-astronauts-safety</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Artemis II mission was crewed by four astronauts. It splashed down at 8:07pm ET after its historic 10-days around the Moon. Several visuals from the splashdown have surfaced online, leaving netizens curious. ]]></description>
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<title>‘Face was disfigured in attack’: Iran&amp;apos;s supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei has severe and disfiguring wounds, says report</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/face-was-disfigured-in-attack-irans-supreme-leader-mojtaba-khamenei-has-severe-and-disfiguring-wounds-says-report</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Iran&#039;s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is recovering from severe facial and leg injuries caused by an airstrike that killed his father. Despite his disfigurement, he remains mentally sharp and participates in decision-making through audio conferencing. ]]></description>
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<title>Plot to assassinate Modi; 3 arrested in Bihar; CIA contact probed</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/plot-to-assassinate-modi-3-arrested-in-bihar-cia-contact-probed</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 13:59:25 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>On Anant Ambani’s birthday, Vantara launches pioneering university for wildlife conservation and veterinary studies</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/on-anant-ambanis-birthday-vantara-launches-pioneering-university-for-wildlife-conservation-and-veterinary-studies</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Vantara, the global wildlife conservation organisation founded by Reliance Industries Executive Director Anant Ambani, has announced the launch of Vantara University in Jamnagar, Gujarat, on Friday. ]]></description>
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<title>POCSO case against Kumbh Mela viral star’s husband as she was minor; CPI(M) in dock</title>
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<title>Missing teen found dead in gorge near Manikyadhara Hills, Karnataka</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Fifteen-year-old Sreenanda, who went missing in Karnataka’s Chikkamagaluru, was found dead on April 10. Her body was recovered from a 1,500-foot-deep gorge near the Manikyadhara Hills.According to authorities, the body was discovered during a search operation using thermal drones. Around 200 personnel were deployed, and a team of police officers from Palakkad also joined the efforts.According to police, her clothes were intact, and they suspect that the 15-year-old may have accidentally fallen into the gorge. However, all angles are being probed. The post-mortem report is awaited for further clarity.Meanwhile, Sreenanda’s relatives have raised suspicions over the death and demanded a detailed investigation. They pointed out that her body was not found at the spot during their earlier search on April 8.Sreenanda, a resident of Palakkad in Kerala, went missing around 5.20 pm on April 7 while on a picnic with her family and relatives. She disappeared while they were returning from a visit to the Manikyadhara Falls.A Class 10 student, she had been on a family vacation after completing her board examinations. ]]></description>
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<title>Court grants bail to director Ranjith in latest sexual harassment case</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Follow TNM&#039;s WhatsApp channel for news updates and story links. The Ernakulam Judicial First Class Magistrate court, on Friday, April 10, granted bail to Malayalam filmmaker and writer Ranjith Balakrishnan in a sexual harassment case filed by a young female actor. Judicial First Class Magistrate L Usha granted bail to Ranjith, noting that the prosecution had not filed a custody application. This is the third case against him. However, the previous two cases have been closed by Kerala and Karnataka High Courts.According to a Bar and Bench report, the lawyer representing Ranjith stated that no notice was served to him before the proceedings. The lawyer also stated that the accused has not contested either his arrest or the previous custody order, and that he was willing to cooperate with the investigation. However, the prosecution opposed the bail application, arguing that Ranjith had not cooperated with the investigating officer during the three days he was in custody. The court decided to grant bail.The filmmaker was arrested by the Ernakulam Central Police on March 31 and lodged in Ernakulam sub jail. According to police, the complainant alleged that Ranjith behaved inappropriately on the set of a film currently in production. He has been charged with assault or the use of criminal force against a woman with the intent to outrage her modesty.Read: What latest case against director Ranjith reveals about IC failure in Malayalam cinema   Ranjith faced similar allegations earlier, though those cases did not see significant progress.In October 2025, the Kerala High Court quashed a sexual harassment case against Ranjith filed by a Bengali woman actor. In its October 27 order, the court cited the “significant delay” in filing the complaint. The case had been registered on August 26, 2024, after the woman actor filed a police complaint against Ranjith for allegedly sexually harassing her in 2009. The second case by a man, who alleged that Ranjith forced him to be naked and assaulted him in 2012, during an audition conducted in Bengaluru. In July 2025 the case was closed by the Karnataka High Court. A prominent filmmaker and writer, Ranjith has collaborated with superstars including Mohanlal, Mammootty and other actors.  ]]></description>
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<title>Cash row: Justice Yashwant Varma resigns from Allahabad HC</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Justice Yashwant Varma has resigned due to a cash controversy involving burnt wads of cash found at his residence in March last year. ]]></description>
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<title>Dubai limits intl  flights until May 31 amid US&#45;Iran war, says report; Indian airlines to face the brunt</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/dubai-limits-international-flights-until-may-31-amid-us-iran-war-says-report-indian-airlines-to-face-the-brunt</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Dubai has limited foreign airlines to one daily flight to its airports until May 31 due to the Iran crisis, impacting Indian carriers the most. Details here.&amp;nbsp; ]]></description>
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<title>How to watch NASA’s Artemis 2 return to Earth at a blazing 25,000 MPH</title>
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<title>Melania Trump blasts ‘lies’ linking her to Epstein and calls on Congress to hold hearing for victims</title>
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<title>Sabarimala hearing: Follow temple&amp;apos;s traditions if you want to visit, says SC</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Follow TNM&#039;s WhatsApp channel for news updates and story links.The Supreme Court&#039;s nine-judge Constitution bench hearing the Sabarimala reference, on Thursday, April 9, cautioned that excluding other denominations from temples would harm Hinduism. Over the two days, the bench heard arguments on constitutional morality, the locus of PIL petitioners, and the rights of religious denominations under the Constitution.The bench comprises Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, Justice BV Nagarathna, Justice MM Sundresh, Justice Ahsanuddin Amanullah, Justice Aravind Kumar, Justice Augustine George Masih, Justice Prasanna B Varale, Justice R Mahadevan, and Justice Joymalya Bagchi.Denomination rights, Sampradaya, and the limits of Article 26Senior advocate CS Vaidyanathan, appearing for the Nair Service Society, Ayyappa Seva Samajam, and other organisations, argued that a religious denomination&#039;s right to manage its own affairs cannot be overridden by the State&#039;s power to make laws for religious reform.Vaidyanathan further argued that former Justice DY Chandrachud, in the Sabarimala majority, &quot;asked the wrong question and got the wrong answer&quot; by holding that individual rights could prevail over collective religious rights.Justice Nagarathna pushed back firmly on Vaidyanathan&#039;s position on denomination exclusivity. She said, &quot;If you say it is a matter of religion that only my section must attend my temple and no one else, that is not good for Hinduism.&quot; Justice Aravind Kumar added, &quot;We will be dividing the society.&quot; The CJI said Vaidyanathan&#039;s argument ran directly against the constitutional text, and that the denomination&#039;s right to manage its own affairs is itself governed by morality, which includes the constitutional bar on untouchability. &quot;Article 17 is a principle of morality,&quot; CJI Surya Kant said.The bench also heard from Additional Solicitor General KM Nataraj, representing the Union government, who argued that the term &quot;religious denomination&quot; in the Constitution must be understood in the Indian context as &quot;sampradaya,&quot; noting that the Hindi authoritative text uses that expression. He submitted that sampradaya has no rigid structure and is a matter of faith. Sampradaya means traditional practices, unbroken lineage or school of religious teaching in Indian traditions.On the question of whether visitors to a denominational temple are bound by its customs, Justice Nagarathna noted: &quot;If Hindus want to visit a particular temple, the sampradayas attached to that temple must be followed.&quot; Vaidyanathan submitted that Sabarimala places no bar on Christians or Muslims, provided they have faith in Lord Ayyappa and follow the 40-day vratam, calling the contrary understanding &quot;erroneous.&quot;The CJI, summing up the tension between the seven-judge and five-judge bench precedents at the close of Thursday&#039;s hearing, said: &quot;What the seven-judge bench held, the subsequent five-judge bench appears to be in conflict, maybe partly or to a larger extent, and we will try to resolve.&quot; Arguments will continue on April 10.Locus of petitioners, constitutional morality under fireOn Wednesday, April 8, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta questioned the Supreme Court&#039;s judgements in Joseph Shine vs Union of India (which decriminalised adultery) and Navtej Singh Johar &amp; Others vs Union of India (which decriminalised homosexuality), arguing that both had wrongly relied on &quot;constitutional morality&quot; and that the same reasoning had seeped into the Sabarimala verdict. He said all judgements that read &quot;morality&quot; as &quot;constitutional morality&quot; are per incuriam.At the heart of his argument was a distinction between two standards: &quot;societal morality&quot; — what society at large considers moral — and &quot;constitutional morality,&quot; a judicially evolved concept that judges have used to test whether a law or practice aligns with constitutional values. Mehta argued that the Constitution framers only intended the former, and that the latter was a vague, judge-driven standard with no textual basis. &quot;Something which is constitutional morality for one judge cannot be for another,&quot; he said.According to a report by LiveLaw, Mehta told the bench: &quot;Constitutional morality is never a ground of judicial review.&quot; He also flagged the use of foreign jurisprudence, saying, &quot;Any interpretation of Articles 25 and 26 based on American jurisprudence will necessarily be flawed in the Indian context.&quot;The bench also spent considerable time on whether the original writ petitioners — the Indian Young Lawyers Association — had the locus to challenge the Sabarimala custom at all. Justice Nagarathna asked pointedly, &quot;They are not devotees. Let us be clear — can any devotee of Lord Ayyappa file a writ petition challenging it? A non-devotee, a person who is not concerned with the temple, challenges it. Can this court entertain the writ petition?&quot;The SG noted that this was one of the referred questions — whether a person not belonging to a religious denomination can challenge its practices through a PIL ]]></description>
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<title>Sabarimala restrictions not rooted in gender bias, Union govt tells SC</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Follow TNM&#039;s WhatsApp channel for news updates and story links.The Union government on Thursday, April 9, reiterated before the Supreme Court that restrictions at the Sabarimala temple are not rooted in gender discrimination, arguing that several temples across the country impose practices that are either male- or female-centric based on faith and tradition. Appearing before a nine-judge Constitution Bench headed by Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant, Solicitor General (SG) Tushar Mehta submitted that the 2018 verdict allowing entry of women of all age groups into the Sabarimala temple proceeded on an incorrect assumption that men were treated as superior and women placed on a lower pedestal.&quot;I have given instances of temples where men are not allowed… There are temples where male priests are mandated to wash the feet of women devotees. There is the Pushkar temple, the only Brahma temple in the country, where married men are not allowed. There is also a temple in Kerala where men go dressed as women. So it is not a question of male-centric or female-centric beliefs. In the present case, it happens to be woman-centric,&quot; SG Mehta told the Bench, also comprising Justices BV Nagarathna, MM Sundresh, Ahsanuddin Amanullah, Aravind Kumar, Augustine George Masih, Prasanna B Varale, R Mahadevan, and Joymalya Bagchi.The apex court is currently examining larger constitutional questions relating to the interplay between religious freedom and fundamental rights.During the hearing, Justice Nagarathna stressed the importance of inclusivity in religious spaces, observing that &quot;everybody must have access to every temple and matha&quot;, while clarifying that her remarks were independent of the Sabarimala controversy.&quot;If you say it is my practice that only my denomination must attend my temple and none else, that is not good for Hinduism,&quot; she remarked.Justice Aravind Kumar cautioned that such exclusionary practices could lead to societal divisions.Senior advocate CS Vaidyanathan, appearing in the matter, countered that denominational temples – particularly private ones – have historically restricted entry to specific groups. He argued that such institutions, if not reliant on public funds or general footfall, may not necessarily violate constitutional principles.&quot;Question is whether it is contrary to the constitutional prohibition. If it is not contrary to public order, morality and health, what would be the realistic consequences,&quot; he submitted.The Union government has consistently maintained that the 2018 Sabarimala judgment warrants reconsideration, contending that the restriction in question is rooted in the unique nature of the deity and religious practices, rather than notions of patriarchy or gender bias.In his written submissions, SG Mehta cited examples such as the Attukal Temple in Kerala, where men are not allowed entry during certain rituals, and the Chakkulathukavu temple, where male priests perform rituals washing the feet of women devotees. He also referred to the Kottankulangara temple, where men dress in women’s attire as an expression of faith. ]]></description>
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<title>UAE&amp;apos;s Ministry of Defence confirms airspace free of any aerial threats</title>
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<title>Kerala exit polls 2026 results date and time: When and where to watch the predictions?</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/kerala-exit-polls-2026-results-date-and-time-when-and-where-to-watch-the-predictions</link>
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<title>Iran limits Strait of Hormuz transit to 15 ships daily under US ceasefire deal — Report</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/iran-limits-strait-of-hormuz-transit-to-15-ships-daily-under-us-ceasefire-deal-report</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Strait — a critical maritime corridor between Iran and Oman — handles about 20% of global oil and key commodities, making any restriction a major concern for global markets. ]]></description>
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<title>Chittur BJP candidate&amp;apos;s FB page &amp;apos;posts&amp;apos; appeal for LDF on poll day, UDF alleges deal</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ A controversy erupted in the Chittur assembly constituency on election day after a post appeared on the official Facebook page of BJP candidate Pranesh Rajendran, urging voters to support Left Democratic Front (LDF) candidate V Murugadas triggering allegations of a tacit understanding between the BJP and the LDF in the three-cornered contest.The post, which surfaced briefly before being deleted within minutes, called on voters to cast their ballots for Murugadas and his election symbol, the &quot;ring&quot;, and appealed for continued development by supporting the Left. It also took a swipe at the United Democratic Front (UDF), alleging that the Congress was engaging in &quot;low-level politics&quot; and that Chittur would respond to what it described as the party&#039;s mockery of democracy.&quot;The circulation of symbols similar to the &#039;ring&#039;, which is the election symbol of Adv V. Murugadas, is intended to confuse voters. Such hooliganism aimed at disrupting the peaceful atmosphere is not in keeping with Chittur&#039;s democratic values. The people will reject these malicious attempts for the welfare and development of the region. Our vote is for development; our vote is for Adv V. Murugadas,&quot; the post read.Although the post was taken down within minutes, screenshots circulated rapidly on social media, putting the NDA candidate on the defensive. Chittur witnessed a three-way battle between himself, INC candidate Sumesh Achuthan, and LDF&#039;s V Murugadas.Pranesh Rajendran has distanced himself from the post. In a video uploaded to his Facebook page, he said the post had been made without his knowledge or consent and alleged that his account had been hacked. He described the incident as a &quot;desperate attempt&quot; by rival fronts to create confusion among voters in Chittur.He also posted a formal police complaint filed at Chittur police station, alleging that unidentified individuals had gained unauthorised access to his account and posted content favouring the LDF candidate with the deliberate intent of misleading voters on election day.INC candidate Sumesh Achuthan alleged that the post by the NDA candidate shows an understanding between the BJP and the LDF. ]]></description>
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<title>As polling concludes, estimated voter turnout crosses 77%</title>
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<title>Chart shows Iran may have put sea mines in Strait of Hormuz</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/chart-shows-iran-may-have-put-sea-mines-in-strait-of-hormuz</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ By JON GAMBRELL and ELENA BECATOROS Associated PressSemiofficial news agencies in Iran published a chart Thursday suggesting the country&#039;s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard put sea mines into the Strait of Hormuz during the war, in a message that may be intended to pressure the U.S. as uncertainty hangs over a days-old two-week ceasefire and further negotiations are set to begin in Pakistan.The charts were released by the ISNA news agency, as well as Tasnim, which is believed to be close to the Guard, and showed a large circle marked &quot;danger zone&quot; in Farsi over the Traffic Separation Scheme, which was the route ships used to take through the strait, the narrow mouth of the Persian Gulf through which 20% of all oil and natural gas traded once passed.The chart suggested ships travel further north through waters closer to Iran&#039;s mainland near Larak Island, a route that some ships were observed taking during the war.The charts were dated from Feb. 28 until Thursday, April 9, and it was unclear if the Guard had cleared any mining on the route since then.U.S. President Donald Trump posted a statement insisting that his surge of warships and troops will remain around Iran &quot;until such time as the REAL AGREEMENT reached is fully complied with.&quot;Trump&#039;s comments on his Truth Social platform appeared to be a way to pressure Iran.&quot;If for any reason it is not, which is highly unlikely, then the &#039;Shootin&#039; Starts,&#039; bigger, and better, and stronger than anyone has ever seen before,&quot; Trump wrote.He also insisted Iran would not be able to build nuclear weapons and &quot;the Strait of Hormuz WILL BE OPEN &amp; SAFE.&quot;The U.S. and Iran both claimed victory after reaching the ceasefire agreement, and world leaders expressed relief. But more drones and missiles hit Iran and Gulf Arab countries after the deal was announced.At the same time, Israel intensified its attacks on the Hezbollah militant group in Lebanon, hitting commercial and residential areas in Beirut. At least 182 people were killed Wednesday in the deadliest day of fighting there.The violence threatened to scuttle what U.S. Vice President JD Vance called a &quot;fragile&quot; deal.Iran&#039;s parliament speaker said Wednesday that planned talks were &quot;unreasonable&quot; because Washington had broken three of Tehran&#039;s 10 conditions for an end to the fighting. In a social media post, Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf objected to Israeli attacks on Hezbollah, an alleged drone incursion into Iranian airspace after the ceasefire took effect and U.S. refusal to accept any Iranian enrichment capabilities in a final agreement.Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi insisted that an end to the war in Lebanon was part of the ceasefire deal, but Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Trump said the truce did not cover Lebanon. When the deal was announced, the prime minister of Pakistan, which served as a mediator, said in a social media post that it applied to &quot;everywhere including Lebanon and elsewhere.&quot;A New York-based think-tank warned the ceasefire &quot;hovers on the verge of collapse.&quot;The Soufan Center said Israel&#039;s strikes on Lebanon on Wednesday added to the risk the deal would fall apart.&quot;Even if Lebanon was formally outside the deal, the scale of Israel&#039;s strikes was likely to be viewed as escalatory, nonetheless,&quot; it wrote in an analysis published Thursday. &quot;Israel&#039;s strikes can be understood both as an effort to drive a wedge between Iran and its proxies and as a response to being allegedly sidelined in the original ceasefire discussions.&quot; ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 13:46:01 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Hate crimes surge in US: Anti&#45;Sikh cases jump 3700% in decade; anti&#45;Latino incidents rise 18%</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/hate-crimes-surge-in-us-anti-sikh-cases-jump-3700-in-decade-anti-latino-incidents-rise-18</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Hate crimes against Sikhs and Latinos have seen a sharp increase in the US, preliminary data from the FBI revealed. Between 2015 and 2025, hate crimes incident against Sikhs have jumped 3700% while those against Latinos jumped 18%. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 13:30:09 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Hormuz tanker traffic unlikely to return to normal anytime soon despite 2&#45;week truce; here&amp;apos;s why</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/middle-east-war-hormuz-tanker-traffic-unlikely-to-return-to-normal-anytime-soon-despite-2-week-truce-heres-why</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ A day after the US and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire, maritime experts and analysts are now suggesting that the tanker traffic in the Strait of Hormuz is unlikely to return to normal anytime soon. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 13:30:09 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Kerala polls: CM exudes confidence about a third term for LDF</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/kerala-polls-cm-pinarayi-exudes-confidence-about-a-third-term-for-ldf</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ “The ‘dash’ is to be filled by themselves. Who is the chief minister who has been imprisoned for corruption? It is this person. I shall not say more about this now. After the election, I can say more about him,” incumbent Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan told media persons after casting his vote in the Assembly elections on Thursday, April 9. He was referring to a recent political spat during which he called Congress’ Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy “Dash mone Revanth.” Pinarayi Vijayan cast his vote at the RC Amala Basic UP School in Pinarayi, Kannur district, on Thursday morning. Expressing confidence that the LDF will be reelected for a third term, he said, “This election will determine Kerala’s future, a good step has been made in that direction. We have been able to make several achievements in all sectors. That should continue, the public in general does not wish for a gap in development.” He added, “The LDF got more seats in 2021 than it did in 2016. That was a recognition for our efforts. Without doubt, the people will give the LDF more seats this time around than we got in 2021.” &#039;Nee po mone&#039; meets &#039;Dash mone Revanth&#039; as two CMs trade barbs across state linePinarayi reiterated the government’s development claims, saying that the public will stand by the Left Democratic Front, irrespective of their political leanings. “All citizens … including those opposing LDF are standing by LDF, in the belief that the land needs development and progress. The public has a definitive experience, and the experience has convinced them that only the LDF can take development forward with commitment.” It is the LDF that is capable of implementing development projects, he said, alleging that this was not the case in the state 10 years ago. “The public remembers a time when those in power had refused to implement schemes. That era from 10 years ago is still there in the public’s memory. They have also experienced how committedly the LDF government went ahead with such projects. Comparing the two, the public sees that the foundation of the development in the state in the last 10 years is due to the formation of the LDF government. Even those with opposing political views believe that the state should be governed by the LDF,” he said.   He also claimed that Kerala has low corruption rates because it is the LDF that is in power. Notably, one of the biggest campaign issues their opponents have raised against the LDF this poll season was the Sabarimala gold theft case. When asked whether communalism has affected the voters, he said, “The public cannot be influenced using communal tactics. During the campaigns … I witnessed how all communities stood by the LDF. No communal agenda can break that spirit.”&#039;Why no Hindu MLA in Guruvayoor?’: BJP leader&#039;s communal remark sparks rowWhen asked about bribery allegations, “The voters of Kerala are enlightened. They cannot be influenced by money.” A day before Kerala went to polls, BJP’s Palakkad candidate Shobha Surendran was embroiled in a cash-for-vote allegation. The BJP has also faced allegations regarding distribution of food kits to influence voters in Thrissur. Cash-for-vote FIR filed against Sobha Surendran&#039;s team in Palakkad ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 13:21:14 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Did Trump&amp;apos;s officials threaten Catholic Church? Vatican cancels White House’s invitation to host Pope Leo XIV</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/did-trumps-officials-threaten-catholic-church-vatican-cancels-white-houses-invitation-to-host-pope-leo-xiv</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The US government under Trump threatened Catholic Church due to which Vatican postponed White House’s invitation to host Pope Leo XIV indefinitely. The Vatican viewed US official&#039;s comments as intimidation, prompting a reevaluation of diplomatic relations. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 07:17:46 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>India withdraws bid to host annual UN climate talks in 2028</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/india-withdraws-bid-to-host-annual-un-climate-talks-in-2028</link>
<guid>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/india-withdraws-bid-to-host-annual-un-climate-talks-in-2028</guid>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:37:55 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Mumbai&#45;Pune road travel going to be faster, smoother</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/mumbai-pune-road-travel-going-to-be-faster-smoother</link>
<guid>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/mumbai-pune-road-travel-going-to-be-faster-smoother</guid>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:22:06 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Trump threatens 50% tariffs on nations supplying weapons to Iran</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/trump-threatens-50-tariffs-on-nations-supplying-weapons-to-iran</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ US President Donald Trump on Wednesday said nations that are supplying weapons to Iran will be tariffed immediately at 50% on all goods ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:48:57 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>HC asks how Trans Amendment Act will affect ongoing gender affirmative care</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/kerala-hc-asks-how-trans-amendment-act-will-affect-ongoing-gender-affirmative-care</link>
<guid>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/kerala-hc-asks-how-trans-amendment-act-will-affect-ongoing-gender-affirmative-care</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Follow TNM&#039;s WhatsApp channel for news updates and story links. The Kerala High Court has asked the Union government if those currently undergoing gender affirmative care would be affected by their exclusion from the definition of ‘transgender person’ under the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Act, 2026. The court was hearing petitions filed by persons who were denied gender affirmative care following the Amendment.  Justice Bechu Kurian Thomas heard two pleas challenging the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Act, 2026 on April 7. The petitioners were represented by advocate Padma Lakshmy and senior counsel Arundhati Katju. T The court asked the Additional Solicitor General (ASG) P Sreekumar for clarifications whether on-going gender affirmative care would continue under the Amendment. The pleas will be heard again on April 10.  Live Law reported that the petition represented by Katju said that Section 2(k) (definition of transgender person) and other related provisions violate the fundamental rights guaranteed by the the Constitution of India. The plea insisted that the right to self-identification of gender is a fundamental right under Articles 14, 19, and 21 of the Constitution. The plea argues that Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Act, 2026, excludes many transexual persons by removing recognition based on self-identification. The Amendment instead bases identity upon medical interventions and cultural identity, excluding transmen, non-binary individuals, and transwomen who are not affiliated with the cultural identities listed by the Amendment.  Such an exclusion can result in individuals not receiving access to healthcare and legal protection. Senior counsel Arundhati Katju submitted that the petitioner was denied the hormone therapy they were previously receiving post the Amendment.  Live Law reported that Justice Bechu said that the court could grant benefit individually to the petitioner, rather than staying the provision. The court also asked the ASG P Sreekumar appearing for the government to “get instructions,” and look into the “reason why this change has been brought in”.  Meanwhile, Laxmi Narayan Tripathi and Javed Patel filed a petition in the Supreme Court challenging the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Act, 2026 the previous week.  ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:27:24 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Israel aims for longer war in Iran, as Trump demands a deal</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/israel-aims-for-longer-war-in-iran-as-trump-demands-a-deal</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 12:31:00 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Strait of Hormuz reopens under Ceasefire, but 800+ ships remain stranded amid uncertainty</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/strait-of-hormuz-reopens-under-ceasefire-but-800-ships-remain-stranded-amid-uncertainty</link>
<guid>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/strait-of-hormuz-reopens-under-ceasefire-but-800-ships-remain-stranded-amid-uncertainty</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Shipowners are rushing to understand the fine print of a US-Iran ceasefire that could temporarily unblock the Strait of Hormuz and open an exit for more than 800 vessels trapped in the Persian Gulf. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 07:09:49 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Did Iran agree to end its nuclear enrichment as part of ceasefire? Here&amp;apos;s why confusion still prevails</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/did-iran-agree-to-end-its-nuclear-enrichment-as-part-of-ceasefire-heres-why-confusion-still-prevails</link>
<guid>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/did-iran-agree-to-end-its-nuclear-enrichment-as-part-of-ceasefire-heres-why-confusion-still-prevails</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Iranian state media also said the 10-point plan for securing an end to the war would require Washington to accept its uranium enrichment program – a previous red line for the Trump administration ]]></description>
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<title>Israel issues new evacuation order for southern Lebanon, signals continued strikes despite ceasefire push</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/israel-issues-new-evacuation-order-for-southern-lebanon-signals-continued-strikes-despite-ceasefire-push</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Israel’s military has issued fresh evacuation warnings to residents of Tyre in southern Lebanon, underscoring deep uncertainty over the scope of the proposed Iran-US ceasefire and raising fears that the parallel conflict with Hezbollah will continue unabated. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 07:09:48 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>‘Bow down’: Iran posts provocative photo of Donald Trump kneeling before Persian king; Internet goes wild</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/bow-down-iran-posts-provocative-photo-of-donald-trump-kneeling-before-persian-king-internet-goes-wild</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Iranian Embassy shared a provocative image of Trump kneeling before a Persian king, asserting Iran&#039;s historical significance amid tensions.&amp;nbsp; ]]></description>
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<title>Dubai: Dh1,000 fine for stopping on roads after crash injures three</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/dubai-dh1000-fine-for-stopping-on-roads-after-crash-injures-three</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 03:56:47 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Trump, Israel agree to two‑week ceasefire; Iran says talks start on Friday in Pakistan</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/trump-israel-agree-to-twoweek-ceasefire-iran-says-talks-start-on-friday-in-pakistan</link>
<guid>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/trump-israel-agree-to-twoweek-ceasefire-iran-says-talks-start-on-friday-in-pakistan</guid>
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<title>Trump says &amp;apos;a whole civilisation will die tonight&amp;apos; if Iran doesn&amp;apos;t make deal, as US hits Kharg Island</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/trump-says-a-whole-civilisation-will-die-tonight-if-iran-doesnt-make-deal-as-us-hits-kharg-island</link>
<guid>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/trump-says-a-whole-civilisation-will-die-tonight-if-iran-doesnt-make-deal-as-us-hits-kharg-island</guid>
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<title>Resident doctors begin six&#45;day strike in England: Here’s why they are protesting</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/resident-doctors-begin-six-day-strike-in-england-heres-why-they-are-protesting</link>
<guid>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/resident-doctors-begin-six-day-strike-in-england-heres-why-they-are-protesting</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Resident doctors in England began a six-day strike on Tuesday after rejecting the government&#039;s pay offer. The National Health Service advised patients to come forward to seek treatment. However, the services are likely to create disruptions for many ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:10:04 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Indian&#45;origin doctor Jitesh Patel to pay $14 million in fraud settlement in US: ‘Unnecessary procedures, false billing’</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/indian-origin-doctor-jitesh-patel-to-pay-14-million-in-fraud-settlement-in-us-unnecessary-procedures-false-billing</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ An Indian-origin urologist in the US, Jitesh Patel, has agreed to pay $14 million to settle serious allegations of healthcare fraud, including performing unnecessary procedures and billing for treatments never carried out, according to the US Department of Justice. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:10:03 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Iran calls for human chains around power plants as Trump&amp;apos;s deadline nears</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/iran-calls-for-human-chains-around-power-plants-as-trumps-deadline-nears</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ By JON GAMBRELL, DAVID RISING and SAMY MAGDY Associated PressAirstrikes across Iran killed at least 15 people on Tuesday, while Iran fired on Israel and Saudi Arabia, prompting the temporary closure of a major bridge. The attacks came as Iranian officials urged youths to form human chains around power plants to protect them, as the latest deadline set by U.S. President Donald Trump for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz drew closer.Trump has threatened to bomb all of Iran&#039;s power plants and bridges if Iran does not meet his Tuesday 8 p.m. EDT deadline to allow shipping traffic to fully resume through the strategic waterway, through which a fifth of the world&#039;s oil transits in peacetime.&quot;The entire country can be taken out in one night,&quot; Trump said. Trump has repeatedly extended previous deadlines, but suggested this one was final, saying he&#039;d already given Iran enough extra time.Israel&#039;s military warned Iranians in Farsi to avoid taking trains throughout the day, likely telegraphing intended strikes on the rail network.&quot;Your presence puts your life at risk,&quot; the warning posted on X read.France joined a growing chorus of international voices calling for restraint, with Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot saying attacks targeting civilian and energy infrastructure &quot;are barred by the rules of war, international law.&quot;&quot;They would without doubt trigger a new phase of escalation, of reprisals, that would drag the region and the world economy into a vicious circle that would be very worrying and, most of all, very damaging to our own interests,&quot; the minister said on France Info television.Iran choked off shipping through the strait after Israel and the U.S. attacked on Feb. 28, starting the war. On Monday, Tehran rejected a 45-day ceasefire proposal and said it wants a permanent end to the war.Early Tuesday, Tehran launched seven ballistic missiles at Saudi Arabia, which authorities said rained debris on the ground near energy facilities as they were intercepted. Defense Ministry spokesman Maj. Gen. Turki al-Malki said the damage was being assessed.The attacks prompted Saudi Arabia to close the King Fahd Causeway, a bridge that links Saudi Arabia to the island kingdom of Bahrain for several hours. The 25-kilometer (15.5 mile) bridge is the only connection by road for Bahrain, home to the U.S. Navy&#039;s 5th Fleet, to the Arabian Peninsula.Elsewhere, activists reported a new wave of strikes on Tehran, for which Israel later claimed responsibility. Nine people were killed in the city of Shahriar and six more in Pardis in other airstrikes, Iranian media reported.Iran also fired on Israel, with reports of incoming missiles in Tel Aviv and Eilat.Trump&#039;s threats to bomb civilian infrastructure prompt warnings of war crimesIran&#039;s attacks on the energy infrastructure of its Gulf Arab neighbors, coupled with its stranglehold on the Strait of Hormuz, has sent oil prices skyrocketing and is causing global economic problems.In early spot trading, Brent crude, the international standard, was above $111 per barrel, up more than 50% since the start of the war.Under growing pressure at home as consumers feel the pinch, Trump has demanded that Iran open the Strait of Hormuz to all shipping traffic or see power plants and bridges wiped out. The threat to hit civilian infrastructure has sparked widespread warnings about possible war crimes.New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon on Tuesday urged Trump not to follow through, saying the &quot;focus needs to be on not seeing this conflict expand any further.&quot;&quot;Any of those actions including bombing bridges and reservoirs and civilian infrastructure would be unacceptable,&quot; Luxon told Radio New Zealand.Iran sought to up the ante, calling on &quot;all young people, athletes, artists, students and university students and their professors&quot; to form human chains around power plants ahead of the threatened strikes.&quot;Power plants that are our national assets and capital, regardless of any taste or political viewpoint, belong to the future of Iran and to the Iranian youth,&quot; Alireza Rahimi, identified by Iranian state television as the secretary of the Supreme Council of Youth and Adolescents, said as he issued the video call in a newscast.Iran has formed human chains in the past around its nuclear sites at times of heightened tensions with the West.Later, a Revolutionary Guard general urged parents to send their children to man checkpoints, which have been repeatedly targeted in airstrikes.U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres warned the U.S. that attacks on civilian infrastructure are banned under international law, according to his spokesperson. Trump, speaking with reporters, said he&#039;s &quot;not at all&quot; concerned about committing war crimes with such attacks.As the deadline neared, efforts were still underway to reach a negotiated solution. Even though Iran has rejected the latest proposal from the U.S., officials involved in the diplomacy say that talks are still ongoing.Death toll continues to rise across ]]></description>
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<title>Artemis II breaks Apollo 13’s distance record with daring moon flyby that included a solar eclipse</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ By MARCIA DUNN AP Aerospace WriterAfter traveling deeper into space than any other humans, the Artemis II astronauts pointed their moonship toward home Monday night, wrapping up a lunar cruise that revealed views of the far side never beheld by eyes until now.Their flyby of the moon — NASA&#039;s first return since the Apollo era — even included some celestial sightseeing besides yielding rich science. It was a significant step toward landing boot prints near the moon&#039;s south pole in just two years.A total solar eclipse greeted the three Americans and one Canadian as the moon temporarily blocked the sun from their perspective. Mercury, Venus, Mars and Saturn nodded at them from the black void. The landing sites of Apollo 12 and 14 also were visible, poignant reminders of NASA&#039;s first age of exploration more than half a century ago.In an especially riveting retro throwback, Artemis II shattered the distance record set by Apollo 13 in 1970. NASA&#039;s Orion capsule reached a maximum distance of 252,756 miles (406,771 kilometers) from Earth before hanging a U-turn behind the moon, 4,101 miles (6,600 kilometers) farther than Apollo 13.&quot;It is blowing my mind what you can see with the naked eye from the moon right now. It is just unbelievable,&quot; Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen radioed. He challenged &quot;this generation and the next to make sure this record is not long-lived.&quot;Artemis II astronauts get an Apollo wake-up messageApollo 13 commander Jim Lovell wished the crew well in a recording made two months before his death last August. Mission Control beamed up his message to commander Reid Wiseman, pilot Victor Glover, Christina Koch and Hansen, before their fly-around began.&quot;Welcome to my old neighborhood,&quot; said Lovell, who also flew on Apollo 8, humanity&#039;s first lunar visit. &quot;It&#039;s a historic day and I know how busy you&#039;ll be, but don&#039;t forget to enjoy the view.&quot;The Artemis II astronauts carried up with them the Apollo 8 silk patch that accompanied Lovell to the moon. &quot;It&#039;s just a real honor to have that on board with us,&quot; Wiseman said.Artemis II is using the same maneuver that Apollo 13 did after its &quot;Houston, we&#039;ve had a problem&quot; oxygen tank explosion wiped out any hope of a moon landing.Known as a free-return lunar trajectory, this no-stopping-to-land route takes advantage of Earth and the moon&#039;s gravity, reducing the need for fuel. It&#039;s a celestial figure-eight that put the astronauts on course for home once they emerged from behind the moon Monday evening.Astronauts lock in on lunar observationsArtemis II&#039;s lunar fly-around and intense observation period lasted seven hours, by far the highlight of the nearly 10-day test flight that will end with a splashdown in the Pacific on Friday.Venturing as close as 4,067 miles (6,545 kilometers) to the gray dusty surface, the astronauts zipped through a list of more than two dozen targets, using powerful Nikon cameras as well as their iPhones to zoom in on impact craters and other intriguing lunar features.Before getting started, they requested permission to name two bright, freshly carved craters. They suggested Integrity, the name of their capsule, and Carroll, commander Wiseman&#039;s wife, who died of cancer in 2020.Wiseman wept as Hansen put in the request to Mission Control, and all four astronauts embraced in tears.&quot;Such a majestic view out here,&quot; Wiseman radioed once he regained his composure and started picture-taking. The astronauts called down that they managed to capture the moon and Earth in the same shot, and they provided a running commentary to scientists back in Houston on what they were seeing.At one point, Koch reported an overwhelming sensation of emotion for a second or two while zooming in on the moon. &quot;Something just drew me in suddenly to the lunar landscape and it became real,&quot; she said.The Artemis II astronauts made their closest approach to the moon and reached their maximum distance from Earth while they were out of contact. Their speed at closest approach: 3,139 mph (5,052 kph). The spacecraft accelerated as it appeared from behind the moon and the planned communications blackout and made tracks for Earth.An Earthrise came into view showing Asia, Africa and Oceania as Mission Control called out: &quot;We are Earthbound and ready to bring you home.&quot; Flight controllers in Houston flipped their mission patches over to signify the return leg.President Donald Trump phoned the astronauts following the flyby, calling them &quot;modern-day pioneers.&quot;&quot;Today you&#039;ve made history and made all America really proud, incredibly proud,&quot; the president said, adding that more lunar traveling is coming and ultimately &quot;the whole big trip to Mars.&quot;Wiseman and his crew spent years studying lunar geography to prepare for the big event, adding solar eclipses to their repertoire during the past few weeks. By launching last Wednesday, they ensured themselves of a total solar eclipse from their vantage point behind the moon, courtesy of the cosmos.Topping their science target list: Orientale ]]></description>
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<title>Trump widens threat to all of Iran&amp;apos;s power plants and bridges as his deadline for a deal approaches</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ By JON GAMBRELL, SAMY MAGDY, BASSEM MROUE and WILL WEISSERT Associated Press U.S. President Donald Trump expanded his threat against Iran to include all power plants and bridges Monday as his ultimatum to make a deal ticked closer, after Tehran rejected a 45-day ceasefire proposal and said it wants a permanent end to the war.&quot;The entire country can be taken out in one night, and that night might be tomorrow night,&quot; Trump said. He suggested that his Tuesday 8 p.m. EDT deadline was final, saying he&#039;d already given Iran enough extensions.The U.S. has told Iran to open the crucial Strait of Hormuz to all shipping traffic or see power plants and bridges wiped out, sparking warnings about possible war crimes.Israel piled on pressure by attacking a major petrochemical plant and killing the intelligence chief for the paramilitary Revolutionary Guard.Tehran with its rejection conveyed its own, 10-point plant to end the fighting through Pakistan, a key mediator, Iran&#039;s state-run IRNA news agency said.&quot;We only accept an end of the war with guarantees that we won&#039;t be attacked again,&quot; Mojtaba Ferdousi Pour, head of Iran&#039;s diplomatic mission in Cairo, told The Associated Press. He said Iran no longer trusts the Trump administration after the U.S. bombed the Islamic Republic twice during previous rounds of talks.A regional official involved in talks said efforts had not collapsed. &quot;We are still talking to both sides,&quot; he said, speaking on condition of anonymity to discuss closed-door diplomacy.And even Trump said negotiations with Iran continued.Activists reported a new wave of strikes on Tehran early Tuesday. Israel claimed credit but offered no immediate details on what had been targeted.Meanwhile, Japan said Tuesday a Japanese national who had been detained in Iran since January has been released on bail.Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara told reporters in Tokyo that his release was confirmed Monday and that Japan is demanding a full release from Iranian authorities. He said the Japanese ambassador to Iran met the person released and that he was in good health without providing further details.The person released is believed to be a journalist at Japan&#039;s NHK public television. Another Japanese national, who was detained in Iran last June, was released and returned to Japan in March.Trump says Iranians &#039;willing to suffer&#039; for freedomTrump has issued ultimatums to Iran before, only to find ways to back off. But he was more explicit this time on plans to follow through.&quot;Every bridge in Iran will be decimated by 12 o&#039;clock tomorrow night,&quot; he said, and all power plants will be &quot;burning, exploding and never to be used again.&quot;Asked if he was concerned about accusations of war crimes, Trump responded, &quot;No, not at all.&quot; He suggested that Iranians want the U.S. to carry out its threats because it could lead to the end of their current leadership.Iranian citizens are &quot;willing to suffer,&quot; he said, &quot;in order to have freedom.&quot; But there has been no sign of an uprising in Iran as residents shelter from bombardment.International warnings piled up against expanded strikes. &quot;Any attack on civilian infrastructure is a violation of international law and a very clear one,&quot; United Nations spokesperson Stephane Dujarric later told journalists.Egyptian, Pakistani and Turkish mediators had sent Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and U.S. Mideast envoy Steve Witkoff a proposal calling for the ceasefire and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, two Mideast officials told the AP. The officials spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss the private negotiations.Iranian and Omani officials also were working on a mechanism for administrating the strait, through which a fifth of the world&#039;s oil is shipped in peacetime. Iran&#039;s grip on it has shaken the world economy.Tehran has refused to let U.S. and Israeli vessels through after they started the war on Feb. 28.Iran&#039;s new supreme leader makes rare statementIsrael struck a key petrochemical plant in the South Pars natural gas field, saying it was aimed at eliminating a major source of revenue for Iran. The field, the world&#039;s largest, is shared with Qatar and is Iran&#039;s biggest source of domestic energy for its 93 million people.The strike appeared to be separate from Trump&#039;s threats. An earlier Israeli attack there in March prompted Iran to target energy infrastructure in other Middle East countries, a major escalation.Israel also killed the head of intelligence for Iran&#039;s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard, Maj. Gen. Majid Khademi, according to Iranian state media. And Israel said it killed the leader of the Revolutionary Guard&#039;s undercover unit in its expeditionary Quds Force, Asghar Bakeri.&quot;We will continue to hunt them down one by one,&quot; Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said of top Iranian officials.New Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, who still has not been seen or heard in public, issued a rare statement expressing condolences over Khademi. Israeli strikes have killed dozens of top Ira ]]></description>
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<title>Shhh! The govt may not like your post on current affairs and news</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ While the government has already been using the IT Rules 2021 to block online content and creators, its powers are about to expand significantly — potentially applying to any user who posts on “current affairs or news”.On March 30, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) moved to formalise this expansion by releasing a draft of the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Second Amendment Rules, 2026.The government issued this proposal just days after it blocked the accounts of satirists, cartoonists, and political commentators in late March. Authorities used Section 69A of the IT Act to justify these withholdings, citing concerns over sovereignty and public order.What the new amendments proposeThe government describes the amendments as “clarificatory and procedural,” intended to improve “legal certainty” and “strengthen enforceability”. But the draft fundamentally alters who is regulated, how actions are triggered, and the speed at which platforms must comply. Here’s a look at some of the provisions in these draft rules: 1) Rule 8(1) proviso — Extends news regulation to user contentThe amendment expands Rule 8(1) to apply Rules 14, 15, and 16 (blocking and oversight provisions) not only to publishers but also to intermediaries and to user-generated “news and current affairs” content.Example: A journalist’s tweet thread on a protest or a Dhruv Rathee YouTube explainer could now be reviewed and blocked using the same system earlier used for news publishers.2) Rule 8(1) + Part III — Platforms and users under the same frameworkBy extending Part III of the IT Rules to users, the draft brings platforms (such as X, Instagram, and YouTube) and non-publisher users under the same regulatory framework as digital news media.Example: Earlier, a Newslaundry report could face scrutiny. Now, even an individual explaining a court judgement on Instagram could fall under the same mechanism.3) Rule 14(2) — IDC can now examine “any matter”The Inter-Departmental Committee (IDC), which earlier handled complaints, can now examine any “matter,” including those referred directly by the government.Example: A ministry can directly flag a viral video criticising a policy and send it for review, even if no one files a complaint.4) Rule 14(2) &amp; 14(5) — Govt-triggered action (suo motu)By replacing “complaints” with “matters,” the rules allow the government to initiate action on its own, without waiting for grievances.Example: As seen during the BBC documentary controversy (2023), content can be blocked proactively — this kind of action now gets a clearer legal basis.5) Rules 15 &amp; 16 — Blocking and emergency powers extend to postsAuthorities can now more clearly apply the formal blocking process (Rule 15) and emergency blocking powers (Rule 16) to individual social media posts and accounts, moving beyond just websites or publishers.Example: During protests or unrest, posts sharing on-ground reporting could be blocked immediately, without prior hearing.6) Rule 3(4) — Govt advisories become effectively bindingA new clause requires platforms to comply with MeitY-issued advisories, directions, SOPs, and guidelines, even if they are not formal laws, as part of their due diligence obligations.Since these directions are not always made public, users may not know why their content was removed or how to challenge the decision.Example: Government advisories on AI or deepfakes – like those issued in 2024 – would now act as mandatory rules for platforms.7) Rule 3(4) + Section 79 — Safe harbour linked to complianceCompliance with these directions is tied to safe-harbour protection under Section 79 of the IT Act, which increases legal pressure on platforms to act quickly. (Safe harbour refers to the legal immunity that prevents platforms from being held liable for what their users post.)Example: When X resisted blocking orders in 2021, it faced threats of losing legal protection, encouraging faster, sometimes excessive, compliance.8) Rule 3(1)(g) &amp; 3(1)(h) — Expanded data retentionThe draft clarifies that data retention obligations under the IT Rules apply in addition to requirements under any other law, thereby expanding the period during which platforms must store user data.According to the Internet Freedom Foundation (IFF), this could increase the risk of surveillance and sensitive data leaks after extended storage.Example: User posts, metadata, and account details may be stored longer and accessed during investigations.9) Structural shift — From publishers to the entire ecosystemTogether, these changes expand regulation beyond news publishers to platforms, users, and content ecosystems, increasing the scope of oversight.Example: Instead of targeting a news website directly, authorities can restrict its reach by getting related posts removed across platforms.10) Overall effect — Continuous, proactive oversight of speechThe system shifts from a complaint-based model to one that allows ongoi ]]></description>
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<title>Artemis II toilet acts up again as astronauts speed toward the moon to break Apollo 13&amp;apos;s record</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ By Marcia Dunn Now more than halfway to the moon, the Artemis II astronauts prepared for their historic lunar fly-around to push deeper into space than even the Apollo astronauts.On the downside, their toilet is on the blink again.The three Americans and one Canadian are set to reach their destination Monday, photographing the mysterious lunar far side as they zoom around. It is the first moon-bound crew in more than 53 years, picking up where NASA’s Apollo program left off.“The Earth is quite small, and the moon is definitely getting bigger,” pilot Victor Glover reported.Until the Orion capsule&#039;s bathroom is fixed, Mission Control has instructed the astronauts to break out more of the backup urine collection bags. The so-called lunar loo malfunctioned following Wednesday’s liftoff and has been hit-and-miss ever since. A version of the Artemis II toilet was tested on the International Space Station several years ago.Engineers suspect ice may be blocking the line that is preventing urine from completely flushing overboard. The toilet is still open for No. 2 business.Debbie Korth, NASA’s Orion program deputy manager, said the astronauts have also reported a smell coming from the bathroom, which is buried in the floor of the capsule with a door and curtain for privacy.“Space toilets and bathrooms are something everybody can really understand .. it’s always a challenge,” she said, noting that the space shuttle toilet was also often on the fritz.John Honeycutt, chair of the mission management team, said it is human nature to be interested in the space commode, and even though it is “in a good state right now,” he’d like it to be working at 100%.“They’re OK,” he said of the astronauts. “They trained to manage through the situation.”Artemis II is poised to set a distance record for humans, traveling more than 252,000 miles (400,000 kilometers) from Earth before hanging a U-turn behind the moon and heading home without stopping or entering lunar orbit. The record is currently held by Apollo 13.The Canadian Space Agency celebrated the country’s role in the mission, speaking from Quebec with astronaut Jeremy Hansen as he headed toward his lunar rendezvous. Hansen is the first non-U.S. citizen to fly to the moon.“Today he is making history for Canada,” Canadian Space Agency President Lisa Campbell said. “As we watch him taking this bold step into the unknown, let his journey remind us that Canada’s future is written by those who dare to reach for more.”In the live televised linkup, Hansen said he has already witnessed “extraordinary” views from NASA&#039;s Orion capsule.Hansen, Glover, Reid Wiseman and Christina Koch are the world&#039;s first lunar astronauts since Apollo 17&#039;s crew of three in 1972. Koch and Glover are the first female and first Black astronauts to the moon, respectively.Their nearly 10-day mission — ending with a Pacific splashdown on April 10 — is the first step in NASA&#039;s bold plans for a sustainable moon base. The space agency is aiming for a landing by two astronauts near the lunar south pole in 2028. ]]></description>
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<title>Floods, landslides triggered by heavy rain in Afghanistan leave 77 dead in 10 days, authorities say</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ By Abdul Qahar Afghan Widespread flooding, landslides and lightning strikes triggered by heavy rain and storms across Afghanistan have left 77 people dead and 137 injured over the past 10 days, the country’s Disaster Management Authority said Saturday.More rain has been forecast for the coming days throughout Afghanistan, and the authority warned the public to stay away from river banks and areas prone to flooding.So far this year, dozens of people have died due to extreme weather in Afghanistan, an impoverished country that is highly vulnerable to extreme weather events. Earlier this year, heavy snowfall and flash floods left dozens of people dead across the country.The recent toll includes 26 people killed over the past 48 hours, the disaster authority said. Overall, 793 homes have been completely destroyed and a further 2,673 have been damaged, while floods and landslides have destroyed 337 kilometers (about 210 miles) of roads, it said.Businesses, agricultural land, water wells and irrigation canals have also been damaged, with more than 5,800 families affected overall, the authority said.Several highways connecting the country’s capital to the provinces have also been damaged by floods and landslides, forcing travelers to take long, circuitous routes to reach Kabul, Public Works Ministry spokesman Ashraf Haqshinas said Saturday.They include the Kabul to Jalalabad highway, which is the main route linking the capital to the Pakistani border and eastern Afghan provinces. A landslide and rockfalls, as well as flooding, shut the highway on Thursday morning, and Haqshinas said crews were working to re-open the road.The Public Works Ministry warned travelers to be cautious when using roads in affected areas.Flooding has also shut the Salang Pass, a high mountain pass in the Hindu Kush mountain range that connects Kabul to the country’s north, including the major cities of Kunduz and Mazar-e-Sharif.Snow and heavy rain often trigger flash floods that kill scores, or even hundreds, of people at a time in Afghanistan. In 2024, more than 300 people died in springtime flash floods. ]]></description>
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<title>Pope Leo XIV carries cross for full Good Friday procession, the first pontiff to do so in decades</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ By Colleen Barry And Trisha Thomas Pope Leo XIV carried a wooden cross for all of the 14 stations of the Way of the Cross at the Colosseum on his first Good Friday as pontiff, marking the first time in decades that a pope carried the cross to every station.“I think it will be an important sign because of what the pope represents, a spiritual leader in the world today, and for this voice, that everyone wants to hear, that says Christ still suffers,” Leo told reporters this week outside of the papal retreat at Castel Gandolfo. “I carry all of this suffering in my prayer.”Inside the Colosseum, Leo lifted the cross and began the rite flanked by two torchbearers, who accompanied him throughout the hour-long procession from inside the Colosseum, through the crowd outside and up steep stairs to the Palatine Hill where he gave the final blessing.At the first station, marking the moment Jesus was condemned to death, the meditation prepared especially for Leo&#039;s first Good Friday underlined that those with authority will have to answer to God for how they exercise their power.&quot;The power to judge; the power to start or end a war; the power to instill violence or peace; the power to fuel the desire for revenge, or for reconciliation,&#039;&#039; read the meditation written by Rev. Francesco Patton, who was custodian of the Holy Land 2016-25, charged, among other things, with looking after sacred sites.Some 30,000 faithful gathered outside the pagan monument, following the stations as they were recited over loud speakers.They included Sister Pelenatita Kieoma Finau from Samoa and a member of the Missionary Sisters of the Society of Mary.&quot;We have been part of our parish stations of the cross, but this is so exciting. It is very meaningful to have the experience of being with the people of Rome on this special occasion,&#039;&#039; she said.Past processionsJohn Paul II carried the cross for the entire procession from his first Good Friday as pontiff in 1979 until his hip surgery in 1995, when he carried it just part of the way, according to AP reports at the time.For the first two years of his papacy, Benedict XVI carried the cross for the first station inside the Colosseum, then followed other bearers in the procession that ends on a platform on the Palatine Hill.Pope Francis never carried the cross, but participated in the procession until his health worsened. He died after a long illness last year on Easter Monday, which fell on April 21.Pope John Paul II was just 58 when he became pope, and was known as a hiker and outdoorsman. His two successors were in their late 70s when they began their papacies, and Francis was missing part of a lung due to a pulmonary infection as a young man.The Way of the Cross commemorates the final hours of Jesus’ life, from his death sentence to taking up the cross to his crucifixion, death and burial. The procession ends outside the Colosseum atop the Palatine Hill.“The Way of the Cross is not intended for those who lead a pristinely pious or abstractly recollected life,” Patton wrote in his introduction. “Instead, it is the exercise of one who knows that faith, hope and charity must be incarnated in the real world.”At 70, Leo is physically fit and an avid tennis player and swimmer. Before becoming pope, Leo would work out regularly at a gym near the Vatican, with a plan befitting a man in his early 50s, according to his former trainer.The pope&#039;s Holy Week activitiesOn Holy Saturday, the pontiff will preside over a late night Easter vigil, during which he will baptize new Catholics, and lead Roman Catholics into Christianity’s most joyous celebration marking Christ’s resurrection.On Easter Sunday, the pope will celebrate an open-air Mass in St. Peter’s Square before delivering his Easter message and offer the traditional “Urbi et Orbi” blessing to the city of Rome and the world. ]]></description>
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<title>‘Irreparable Constitutional injury’: Plea in SC against Transgender Amendment Act</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/irreparable-constitutional-injury-plea-in-sc-against-transgender-amendment-act</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Follow TNM&#039;s WhatsApp channel for news updates and story links.A writ petition has been filed before the Supreme Court challenging the constitutional validity of the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Act, 2026, contending that the law dismantles the fundamental right of transgender persons to self-identify their gender.The plea, filed under Article 32 (which grants every individual the right to move the Supreme Court for the enforcement of their fundamental rights) by transgender rights activists Laxmi Narayan Tripathi and Zainab Javid Patel, argues that the amendments inflict “irreparable constitutional injury” by violating rights guaranteed under Articles 14 (equality before law), 15 (prohibition of discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex or place of birth), 19 (protection of certain rights regarding freedom of Speech, etc), and 21 (protection of life and personal liberty) of the Constitution. The petitioners are represented by advocate Nipun Katyal.The challenge raises a central constitutional question: whether the State can, through legislation, define a person’s gender identity by substituting “biological or socio-medical classifications for a person’s lived and self-perceived identity”.The petition condemns the deletion of the statutory recognition of the right to “self-perceived gender identity”, which had been incorporated in the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019, following the Supreme Court’s landmark National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) judgement of 2014.“Parliament has, by the stroke of a legislative pen, repealed the statutory right that this Court held to be a fundamental right under Article 21,” the plea states, adding that “a provision that directly codifies a right declared fundamental by this Court cannot be omitted by ordinary legislation”.The petition specifically challenges the amended definition of “transgender person”, arguing that it replaces the earlier self-identification framework with a restrictive classification based on socio-cultural identities and medically verifiable conditions. It contends that this shift could exclude individuals who identify as transgender but do not fall within specified categories, effectively “erasing” sections of the community.A proviso excluding “self-perceived sexual identities” from the definition is described as being in “direct collision” with constitutional jurisprudence, with the petition warning that its retrospective effect could jeopardise identities already legally recognised.The plea further challenges provisions requiring certification by a District Magistrate based on recommendations of a medical board, arguing that this reintroduces “medical gatekeeping” rejected by the Supreme Court in the NALSA judgement as violative of dignity and privacy.It also raises objections to provisions mandating individuals undergoing gender-affirming surgery to apply for a revised certificate, and requiring medical institutions to report such procedures to authorities. According to the petition, this creates a “medical surveillance regime” that infringes on the right to privacy and confidentiality.The petition additionally questions newly introduced penal provisions, arguing that they risk stigmatising transgender identity and create a disproportionate framework where offences such as sexual abuse continue to attract relatively lower penalties.The petitioners contend that the Amendment Act is “manifestly arbitrary”, violates the doctrine of non-retrogression of fundamental rights, and fails the proportionality test. They seek a declaration that the amendments are unconstitutional and liable to be struck down.The 2026 Amendment Act, which received Presidential assent in late March, has drawn criticism from LGBTQIA+ groups, legal experts, and opposition parties. Critics argue that it reverses the self-identification principle recognised in the 2014 NALSA judgement, replacing it with a system of medical and bureaucratic certification.Under the earlier 2019 law, transgender persons could self-identify their gender through a self-affidavit. The amended law introduces a multi-layered certification process involving medical boards and district authorities, while also narrowing the scope of who qualifies as transgender.Community members and advocates have warned that the changes could exclude trans men, non-binary persons, and others outside the specified socio-cultural categories, and place transgender persons under increased state scrutiny.‘This Bill is nothing but erasure’: How India’s new Trans amendment could undo decades of rights ]]></description>
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<title>Families of Air India crash victims write to PM Modi, seek immediate release of black box data</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Families of those killed in the Air India Flight AI‑171 crash have written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, pressing for the immediate release of the aircraft’s Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR) and Flight Data Recorder (FDR) data as they seek clarity on the cause of the accident. The appeal is associated with the ongoing frustration with the pace of the investigation and the level of communication from authorities and the airline.In their letter, families described access to the black box recordings as “extremely important” to understanding the truth about what happened when the Boeing 787‑8 Dreamliner crashed shortly after taking off from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport (SVPIA) in Ahmedabad on June 12 last year.The catastrophe claimed the lives of 241 people on board and 19 on the ground, with only one passenger surviving.“We want to know the truth about what caused this crash and whether there was any technical problem,” the letter states, urging that if the data cannot be released publicly, it should at least be shared directly with affected families.The letter is in the process of being sent to the Prime Minister.Copies of the letter will also be sent to Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, Union Aviation Minister K. Ram Mohan Naidu, Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) Director General G.V.G. Yugandhar, and Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) Director General Faiz Ahmed Kidwai.The letter follows a meeting on Saturday attended in person by about 25 family members, with more than 30 participating online, at which relatives discussed unresolved concerns about the investigation and support from Air India and the Tata Group.Participants said telephone calls often went unanswered and communication was largely restricted to email, a medium they said was not accessible for all.“Many people in villages don’t even know how to use email,” one relative said, calling for a dedicated contact number or better support system.Family members also raised questions about when they would receive the digital belongings of their loved ones and emphasised the need for respectful and direct engagement from authorities.After the gathering, one family member told reporters that releasing the black box data was vital for understanding “the truth and circumstances surrounding this tragic incident.”The formal investigation into the crash is being led by the AAIB under internationally accepted protocols.Both the CVR and FDR were recovered from the wreckage days after the incident and transported to a laboratory in New Delhi for detailed examination.An initial phase of data extraction was completed by late June, with technical experts analysing cockpit information and flight parameters to reconstruct the final moments before the accident.In a preliminary report published in July last year, the AAIB noted that both engines lost thrust shortly after taking off when the fuel control switches were moved from the “RUN” to the “CUTOFF” position within seconds of liftoff, leading to a complete loss of power.The report did not assign a definitive cause for the movement of the fuel control switches, with investigators continuing to review all available evidence.Authorities have emphasised that a comprehensive investigation is being led with an impartial nature. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 10:31:26 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Pulse Check 2026: Is Kerala’s health sector still the LDF’s winning prescription</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/pulse-check-2026-is-keralas-health-sector-still-the-ldfs-winning-prescription</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ “When I was made Kerala’s health minister in 2016, I was also a fresh hand. The public health sector in the state fares better than most others, and that is why we were able to effectively resist the Nipah outbreak and the Covid-19 pandemic,” said KK Shailaja, ex-health minister, who was given the moniker ‘corona slayer’ for her work during her tenure between 2016 and 2021. High life expectancy, low infant mortality, and good accessibility have long set Kerala’s public health infrastructure apart, she said. The veteran CPI(M) leader, who won several international recognitions, including the Ramon Magsaysay Award, which she famously declined, has always maintained that her success is not individual but institutional. However, the very same ‘Kerala model’ has now come under the scanner, exposing the alleged chinks in its institutional armour. In February 2026, controversy intensified after a pair of surgical forceps were found in the abdomen of 51-year old Usha Joseph, who underwent a hysterectomy five years ago. Protests broke out in front of the Alapuzha Medical College Hospital, and the issue snowballed after the chief surgeon, Dr Lalithambika, denied the charges and put the blame on work overload and staff shortage. The Opposition was quick to catch on to the issue, and ever since, the alleged deterioration of Kerala’s public health infrastructure has been a major political target for both the UDF and the BJP.At the centre of this crossfire is health minister Veena George, a journalist-turned politician, who has faced media hostility and the burden of her predecessor KK Shailaja’s legacy. In an altercation with protesting KSU members at the Kannur Railway station in February, Veena sustained injuries to her neck and hand. The incident spiralled into political mud-slinging after Opposition leader VD Satheesan launched scathing attacks on the LDF government, alleging that Veena faked the injury. As Kerala gears up for a high-stakes Assembly battle on April 9, it is pertinent to unpack the controversies surrounding the health department, which is a prominent political marker of the incumbent LDF’s ten-year performance. More importantly, health being a question of fundamental sustenance, it is also crucial to examine whether this chaos has impacted voter trust in ways that could affect their candidate preferences.Controversies and public trust“I have read about several instances of medical negligence from recent times, and once, it was said that there are not enough scrub nurses in government hospitals. I was shocked,” said Lalitha, a retired Malayali nurse who served for decades in Tamil Nadu.Scrub nurses are those nurses assigned to ensure that all the surgical instruments are intact before and after surgery. It has been reported that staff shortage often culminates in operating theatres having no specific scrub nurses, making the surgery prone to errors like the one that happened with Usha Joseph. As a professional who has worked outside Kerala, she attests that the state is doing better than most others, but says that we cannot rest on these laurels. “It is scary to read about the alleged lack of medicines and equipment. That recent fire in the ICU, for instance. It is an accident, yes. But that begs us to think if we can trust government hospitals to be responsible,” she added. Lalitha was referring to the unfortunate fire at the Thiruvananthapuram Medical College Hospital in March, after a ventilator in the ICU burst into flames. Several others, whom TNM spoke to, resonate with Lalitha. When asked if such incidents reduce their trust in the government, some of them answered in the affirmative. Others reiterated how they mostly do not have an option, considering the rising cost of treatment at private hospitals.Dr D Dhanuraj, Founder-Chairman of the Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR), said that the fundamental problem is how Kerala is still trying to use age-old solutions for evolving problems. “I think we lack a targeted approach for different sections of the population, and this, I believe, will show in the upcoming elections. When I say this, I am speaking about the hygiene, the beds, the quality of care, and other aspects as well. We also need to build a responsive system that reflects the health of the people as well as the environment,” he explained.He also said that improving the quality of healthcare also means finding the resources for that. “All the governments, including the manifestos we see now, promise quite a lot without thinking about where to find funds. For example, to raise the token charge at a government hospital by a Rupee is a political challenge. But there are several middle-class and higher-class people who can pay that, which will bring huge money into the system. So, unless we manage to improve the system bureaucratically and administratively, and innovate models of finance, the lapses will stand out, putting the marginalised people at risk and causing such political stor ]]></description>
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<title>Trump budget seeks $1.5T in defence spending alongside cuts in domestic programs</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ President Donald Trump has proposed boosting defense spending to $1.5 trillion in his 2027 budget released Friday, the largest such request in decades, reflecting his emphasis on U.S. military investments over domestic programs.The sizable increase for the Pentagon, some 44%, had been telegraphed by the Republican president even before the U.S.-led war against Iran. The president&#039;s plan would also reduce spending on non-defense programs by 10%.&quot;President Trump promised to reinvest in America&#039;s national security infrastructure, to make sure our nation is safe in a dangerous world,&quot; wrote Budget Director Russell Vought.The president&#039;s annual budget is considered a reflection of the administration&#039;s values and does not carry the force of law. The massive document typically highlights an administration&#039;s priorities, but Congress, which handles federal spending issues, is free to reject it and often does.This year&#039;s White House document is intended to provide a road map from the president to Congress as lawmakers build their own budgets and annual appropriations bills to keep the government funded. Vought spoke to House GOP lawmakers on a private call Thursday.Trump, speaking ahead of an address to the nation this week about the Iran war, signaled the military is his priority, setting up a clash ahead in Congress.&quot;We&#039;re fighting wars. We can&#039;t take care of day care,&quot; Trump said at a private White House event Wednesday.&quot;It&#039;s not possible for us to take care of day care, Medicaid, Medicare — all these individual things,&quot; he said. &quot;They can do it on a state basis. You can&#039;t do it on a federal.&quot;Money for immigration enforcement, air traffic controllers and national parksAmong the priorities the White House called for:—Supporting the Trump administration&#039;s immigration enforcement and deportation operations by eliminating aspects of a refugee resettlement aid program, maintaining Immigration and Customs Enforcement funds at current year levels and drawing on last&#039;s year&#039;s increases for the Department of Homeland Security funds to continue opening detention facilities, including 100,000 beds for adults and 30,000 for families.-- A 13% increase in funding for the Department of Justice to focus on violent criminals and the president&#039;s promise to stop what the White House calls migrant crime.-- A $10 billion fund within the National Park Service for &quot;construction and beautification&quot; projects in Washington, D.C.-- A $481 million increase in funding to enhance aviation safety and support an air traffic controller hiring surge.Cuts to green energy, housing and health programs— Cancels more than $15 billion from the Biden-era bipartisan infrastructure law, including funds for renewable energy projects and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, or NOAA, grants.— A 19% cut in the Department of Agriculture, ending certain university grants, a 13% cut for the Department of Housing and Urban Development, and about a 12% decrease to the Health and Human Services department, including cuts to a low-income heating assistance program.The White House is touting cuts of what it calls &quot;woke programs&quot; that often direct federal investments toward low-income communities. The budget used the word &quot;woke&quot; 34 timesFor example, the administration is looking to cut Community Services Block Grants, which funds activities such as financial and job counseling and helping people obtain adequate housing. The administration says its cuts would target grants &quot;hijacked by radicals&quot; to promote equity-building and green energy initiatives.The president also seeks to cut $106 million in funding from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, which it says has &quot;pushed radical gender ideology onto children.&quot;Supporters and detractorsThe Republican chairmen of the House and Senate Armed Services committees applauded Trump&#039;s request for defense spending, saying the money would ensure the country&#039;s military remains the most advanced in the world while confronting growing threats from China, Russia, Iran and others.&quot;America is facing the most dangerous global environment since World War II,&quot; said Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., and Rep. Mike Rogers, R-Ala.The top Democrat on House Budget Committee, Rep. Brendan Boyle of Pennsylvania, said the president was demanding a massive increase in defense while cutting billions from health care, housing and more.&quot;This budget represents &#039;America Last,&#039;&quot; Boyle said.Debt, deficits and tough choices aheadWith the nation running nearly $2 trillion annual deficits and the debt swelling past $39 trillion, the federal balance sheets have long been operating in the red.About two-thirds of the nation&#039;s estimated $7 trillion in annual spending covers the Medicare and Medicaid health care programs, as well as Social Security income, which are essentially growing — along with an aging population — on autopilot.It&#039;s the rest of the annual budget where much of the debate in Congress takes place, as Democrats over the years have ]]></description>
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<title>US military aircraft hit in Iran war are first shot down by enemy fire in over 20 years</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Iran shooting down two American military aircraft marks an exceedingly rare assault for the U.S. that has not happened in more than 20 years and shows the Islamic Republic&#039;s continued ability to hit back despite President Donald Trump asserting it has been &quot;completely decimated.&quot;The attacks came five weeks after U.S. and Israeli strikes first pounded Iran, with Trump saying earlier this week that Tehran&#039;s &quot;ability to launch missiles and drones is dramatically curtailed.&quot;Iran shot down a U.S. F15-E Strike Eagle fighter jet Friday, with one service member getting rescued and the search still underway for a second, U.S. officials say. Iranian state media also said a U.S. A-10 attack aircraft crashed after being hit by Iranian defense forces.The last time a U.S. fighter jet was shot down in combat was an A-10 Thunderbolt II during the 2003 U.S. invasion of Iraq, said retired Air Force Brig. Gen. Houston Cantwell, a former F-16 fighter pilot.But, he said, that&#039;s because the U.S. had largely been fighting insurgents who didn&#039;t have the same anti-aircraft capabilities. The fact that there have not been more fighter jets lost in Iran, Cantwell said, is a testament to the capabilities of U.S. forces.&quot;The fact that this hasn&#039;t happened until now is an absolute miracle,&quot; said Cantwell, who served four combat tours and is now a senior resident fellow at the Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies. &quot;We&#039;re flying combat missions here, they are being shot at every day.&quot;Shoulder-fired missile likely used, experts sayU.S. Central Command said in a statement Wednesday that American forces have flown more than 13,000 missions in the Iran war while striking more than 12,300 targets.After more than a month of punishing U.S.-Israeli airstrikes, a degraded Iranian military nonetheless remains a stubborn foe. Its steady stream of strikes against Israel and Gulf Arab neighbors have been causing regional upheaval and global economic shock.When it comes to American dominance over Iran&#039;s airspace, there&#039;s still a distinction between air superiority and air supremacy, said Behnam Ben Taleblu, Iran program senior director at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, a hawkish Washington think tank.&quot;A disabled air defense system is not a destroyed air defense system,&quot; he said. &quot;We shouldn&#039;t be shocked that they&#039;re still fighting.&quot;American planes have been flying missions at lower altitudes, which makes them more vulnerable to Iran&#039;s missiles, Taleblu said. It&#039;s possible that Iran fired at the F-15 with a surface-to-air missile, but it&#039;s more likely that a portable, shoulder-fired missile was used, he said. Those are much harder to detect and reflect how Iran is &quot;weak but still lethal.&quot;&quot;This is a regime that is fighting for its life,&quot; he said.Mark Cancian, a retired Marine colonel and a senior defense adviser with the Center for Strategic and International Studies, agreed that a shoulder-fired missile was likely used against the fighter jet.Nonetheless, the American air war against Iran has been a &quot;tremendous success&quot; so far, he said.To put things in perspective, he said the loss rate for American warplanes flying over Germany during World War II was 3% at one point, which would equal about 350 warplanes in the U.S. war against Iran.&quot;But then there&#039;s the political side — you have a American public that is accustomed to fighting bloodless wars,&quot; Cancian said. &quot;Then a large part of the country doesn&#039;t support the war. So to them, any loss is unacceptable.&quot;Pilots are trained on what to do if their plane is hitThe last U.S. jet shot down in combat was struck by an Iraqi surface-to-air missile over Baghdad on April 8, 2003. The pilot safely ejected and was rescued, according to the Air Force.In high-threat environments like missions over Iran, Cantwell, the retired general, said an aviator&#039;s blood pressure goes up and they become highly alert to incoming missiles. Those are typically either infrared- or radar-guided missiles, he said, requiring different evasive tactics.If they are hit and need to eject from their aircraft, they are trained on what to do next, he said.Pilots learn to check for wounds after a violent ejection and the shock of a missile explosion and, most crucially, how they are going to communicate their location so rescuers can find them.At the same time, he said, the enemy is likely working to intercept the communications or even spoof the location.Helicopters are more at risk than other aircraftThe planes that went down Friday were not the first crewed American aircraft to be lost overall in Iran.A military helicopter and airplane exploded in 1980 during an aborted mission to rescue several dozen American hostages at the U.S. embassy in Tehran, according to the Air Force Historical Support Division.After a series of setbacks, including severe dust storms and mechanical failures, the mission was called off. As the aircraft took off, the rotor blades of one of the RH-53 helicopters collided with an EC-130 aircraft full of f ]]></description>
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<title>Indian techie working at Amazon breaks down Dublin life: &amp;apos;€90K salary, 40% savings&amp;apos;</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/indian-techie-working-at-amazon-breaks-down-dublin-life-90k-salary-40-savings</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ An Indian software engineer working at Amazon’s Dublin office has shared a candid breakdown of his salary, expenses and savings, offering a realistic look at life in one of Europe’s top tech hubs. ]]></description>
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<title>Kuwait desalination plant, oil refinery hit by missile and drone strikes</title>
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<title>Artemis II: NASA releases first images of Earth — ‘spectacular blues and browns, green aurora’ seen</title>
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<title>World&amp;apos;s tallest bridge that cut travel time from 2 hours to 2 minutes named one of the &amp;apos;Greatest Places of 2026&amp;apos;</title>
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<title>Iran’s war with Israel and the United States</title>
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<title>Artemis II astronauts bound for moon after rocketing away on NASA&amp;apos;s first lunar voyage in decades</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ By Marcia DunnFour astronauts embarked on a high-stakes flight around the moon Wednesday, humanity’s first lunar voyage in more than half a century and the thrilling leadoff in NASA’s push toward a landing in two years.Carrying three Americans and one Canadian, the 32-story rocket rose from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center where tens of thousands gathered to witness the dawn of this new era. Crowds also jammed the surrounding roads and beaches, reminiscent of the Apollo moonshots in the 1960s and ’70s. It is NASA’s biggest step yet toward establishing a permanent lunar presence.“On this historic mission, you take with you the heart of this Artemis team, the daring spirit of the American people and our partners across the globe, and the hopes and dreams of a new generation,” launch director Charlie Blackwell-Thompson told the crew right before liftoff. “Good luck, Godspeed Artemis II. Let’s go.”Artemis II set sail from the same Florida launch site that sent Apollo’s explorers to the moon so long ago. The handful still alive cheered this next generation’s grand adventure as the Space Launch System rocket thundered into the early evening sky, a nearly full moon beckoning some 248,000 miles (400,000 kilometers) away.Five minutes into the flight, Commander Reid Wiseman saw the team’s target: “We have a beautiful moonrise, we’re headed right at it,” he said from the capsule. On board with him are pilot Victor Glover, Christina Koch and Canada&#039;s Jeremy Hansen. It is the most diverse lunar crew ever with the first woman, person of color and non-U. S. citizen riding in NASA’s new Orion capsule.“NASA is back in the business of sending astronauts to the moon,&quot; NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman told reporters following liftoff, calling the half-century hiatus a brief intermission.Tensions high in the hours leading up to launchTensions were high earlier in the day as hydrogen fuel started flowing into the rocket. Dangerous hydrogen leaks erupted during a countdown test earlier this year, forcing a lengthy flight delay.To NASA’s relief, no significant hydrogen leaks occurred. The launch team loaded more than 700,000 gallons of fuel (2.6 million liters) into the 32-story Space Launch System rocket on the pad, a smooth operation that set the stage for the Artemis II crew to board.Then NASA had to overcome a flurry of last-minute technical issues — bad battery sensors and an inability to get commands through to the rocket&#039;s flight termination system. In both cases, the issues were quickly resolved, allowing the launch to proceed.What&#039;s on tap for 10-day test flight?The astronauts will stick close to home for the first 25 hours of their 10-day test flight, checking out the capsule in orbit around Earth before firing the main engine that will propel them to the moon.They won’t pause for a stopover or orbit the moon like Apollo 8’s first lunar visitors did so famously on Christmas Eve 1968, reading from Genesis. But they stand to become the most distant humans ever when their capsule zooms past the moon and continues another 4,000 miles (6,400 kilometers) beyond, before making a U-turn and tearing straight home to a splashdown in the Pacific.Once settled in a high orbit around Earth, the astronauts assumed manual control and practiced steering their capsule around the rocket’s detached upper stage, venturing as close as 33 feet (10 meters). NASA wants to know how Orion handles in case the self-flying feature fails and the pilots need to take control.Crew has an amazing sight in storeDuring Monday&#039;s lunar flyby, the moon will appear to be the size of a basketball held at arm’s length. The astronauts will take turns peering through Orion’s windows with cameras. If the lighting is right, they should see features never before viewed through human eyes. They’ll also catch snippets of a total solar eclipse, donning eclipse glasses as the moon briefly blocks the sun from their perspective and the corona is revealed.All of NASA’s moon plans — a surge in launches over the next several years leading to a sustainable moon base for astronauts assisted by robotic rovers and drones — hinge on Artemis II going well.It’s been more than three years since Artemis I, the only other time NASA’s SLS rocket and Orion capsule have soared. With no one aboard, the Artemis I capsule lacked life-support equipment and other crew essentials like a water dispenser and toilet.These systems are now making their space debut on Artemis II, ratcheting up the risk. That’s why NASA is waiting a full day before committing Wiseman and his crew to a four-day trip to the moon and four-day journey back.The capsule&#039;s toilet is already acting up. Koch informed Mission Control that it shut down seconds after she activated it. Mission Control advised her to to use a handheld bag-and-funnel system for now — CCU, short for Collapsible Contingency Urinal — while engineers pondered how to deal with the so-called lunar loo.“There’s always been a lot riding on this mission,” NASA’s ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 16:10:28 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>8,359 flights cancelled, over 5.5 Lakh Indians brought home since the US&#45;Iran War began, Govt in Parliament</title>
<link>https://worldmalayaleevoice.com/8359-flights-cancelled-over-55-lakh-indians-brought-home-since-the-us-iran-war-began-govt-in-parliament</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ US-Iran War: From the start of the war in February, till 29 March 2026, Indian as well as foreign scheduled carriers have brought back 5,59,952 stranded Indian passengers from West Asian countries, the government said in the reply in Lok Sabha. ]]></description>
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<title>Nasa spacecraft orbiting Earth after spectacular Artemis II Moon mission launch</title>
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<title>Oil, gas prices won&amp;apos;t return to normal soon even if the Iran war ends, EU warns</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ By Menelaos Hadjicostis Skyrocketing oil and gas prices in Europe as a result of the ongoing Iran war won&#039;t return to normal levels any time soon, even if peace is declared tomorrow, the European Union&#039;s energy commissioner warned Tuesday.Commissioner Dan Jørgensen said although there are no immediate oil and gas supply shortages in the 27-member bloc, there&#039;s pressure on diesel and jet fuel supply as well as “increasing constraints” in global gas markets that are resulting in higher electricity prices.“What I find extremely important is to state as clearly as I can, that even if that peace is here tomorrow, still we will not go back to normal in a foreseeable future,” Jørgensen told a news conference after a meeting of EU energy ministers.He said the EU&#039;s executive arm is preparing a string of measures designed to help families and businesses weather the huge spike in oil prices that have resulted in about a 70% price hike for gas and 60% for oil in Europe. Since the start of the war, the EU’s bill for imported fossil fuels has jumped by 14 billion euros, according to Jørgensen.Closely coordinated action between all EU members is necessary to “avoid fragmented national responses and disruptive signals to the markets,” he said.The “toolbox” of measures now in the works will be unveiled “quite soon” and will include ways to make it easier for states to decouple gas prices from electricity prices, the commissioner said. He added that a tax cut on electricity, as suggested by Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is also being weighed.Jørgensen said although he doesn’t foresee a repeat of the 2022 natural gas crisis where companies reaped huge profits from a massive gas price hike, a one-time “windfall tax” on such companies “is a possibility.”There are now “good opportunities” for member states to financially support vulnerable groups or industries now under “extraordinary stress” and that the Commission would make “these possibilities even simpler and wider,” said Jørgensen.Jørgensen also encouraged EU members to consider the International Energy Agency’s 10-point plan which includes work from home, reduced highway speeds, encouraging public transport and increasing car sharing.He said the EU stands by its ban on Russian gas purchases, which is meant to reduce dependence on Russian gas and choke off funding for Russia&#039;s war in Ukraine. Reliance on Russian gas dropped from 45% before the war to 10% now and will be reduced to zero once imports from other suppliers ramp up, especially from the U.S. The EU is looking at new energy sources from Azerbaijan, Algeria and Canada as well as smaller producers around the world.The commissioner warned the EU should never “repeat the mistakes of the past allowing Putin to weaponize energy against us and blackmail member states.” He added that “it would be totally unacceptable” for the EU to continue buying energy that would “indirectly help finance the terrible war that Putin is conducting in Ukraine.” ]]></description>
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<title>Raja Ravi Varma’s Yashoda and Krishna sells for $18 million, sets record for Indian art</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The sale of Raja Ravi Varma’s &#039;Yashoda and Krishna&#039; for $18 million at Saffronart sets a new benchmark for Indian art, underscoring rising collector wealth and a more sophisticated top-end market. ]]></description>
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<title>Afghan authorities say 14 more people die as a result of extreme weather and flooding</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Extensive flooding in many parts of Afghanistan has killed a further 14 people in the past 24 hours, authorities said Tuesday, bringing the total number of deaths over the past five days to 42 with more heavy rain forecast.The Afghanistan National Disaster Management Authority said another 66 people in total have been injured over the last five days, as thunderstorms and heavy rain that has affected nearly every province in Afghanistan triggered floods, landslides and lightning strikes. The agency said further heavy rain was forecast across the country over the next three days.The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs in Afghanistan said on X that their own preliminary field reports showed 19 people had died and more than 900 families had been affected by floods. It said assessments were still ongoing and the figures could change.In January, heavy snowfall and flash floods left dozens of people dead across the country.Afghanistan is highly vulnerable to extreme weather events, with snow and heavy rain that trigger flash floods, often killing dozens, or even hundreds, of people at a time. In 2024, more than 300 people died in springtime flash floods.Decades of conflict, coupled with poor infrastructure, a struggling economy, deforestation and the intensifying effects of climate change have amplified the impact of such disasters, particularly in remote areas where many homes are built of mud and offer limited protection against sudden deluges or heavy snowfall.Over the last 24 hours, 476 homes were partially or completely destroyed by the extreme weather, the national disaster agency said Tuesday, while businesses, agricultural land and irrigation canals were also damaged, affecting 603 families. ]]></description>
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<title>Iran denies Trump’s ceasefire claim as ‘false and baseless’ amid escalating war rhetoric</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The denial came hours after Trump claimed on Truth Social that Iran had sought a ceasefire, adding that the US would only consider it if the Strait of Hormuz is reopened. ]]></description>
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<title>Saudi Arabia announces new bus routes for passengers to and from Kuwait</title>
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<title>Trump suggests US is considering leaving ‘paper tiger’ NATO</title>
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<title>Oracle layoffs affect 12,000 in India as company shifts to AI</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ US-based technology giant Oracle has initiated a sweeping round of layoffs affecting thousands of employees globally, with India among the worst-hit regions, according to multiple reports.The job cuts, which began on March 31, are part of a broader restructuring exercise that could impact between 20,000 and 30,000 employees worldwide, making it one of the largest workforce reductions in the company’s history. While the exact number remains unconfirmed, multiple reports  suggest that around 12,000 employees in India have been affected, Employees across several geographies, including India, the United States, Canada, and Mexico, reported receiving termination emails early in the morning, informing them that their roles had been eliminated with immediate effect. “Today is your last working day,” the email stated, citing “organisational change” as the reason for the decision. Access to company systems, including email and internal platforms, was revoked shortly thereafter.The communication, according to Business Insider, described the move as part of a broader “reduction in force and other terminations,” and said affected employees would be eligible for severance benefits subject to company policy. The email also instructed employees to share personal contact details to receive separation documents.In India, impacted employees have reportedly been offered severance packages that include 15 days’ salary for each completed year of service, notice period pay, leave encashment, gratuity where applicable, and an additional two-month salary top-up in cases of voluntary separation.The layoffs are linked to Oracle’s strategic shift towards artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud infrastructure. The company has announced plans to invest approximately USD 50 billion in AI infrastructure and has reportedly raised an equivalent amount in debt to fund its expansion. In a recent regulatory filing, Oracle said it expects restructuring costs for fiscal 2026 to reach up to USD 2.1 billion, largely driven by severance payouts and related expenses.The move comes as Oracle looks to strengthen its position against global cloud competitors such as Amazon and Alphabet.Uncertainty continues to loom over employees, with reports indicating that another round of layoffs could follow in the coming weeks. Employees who were affected described the layoffs as abrupt, with little prior indication.Some former staff members have taken to social media to share their experiences. Tricia S Marsh, a former Senior Principal at Oracle, said the layoffs marked the end of an important chapter in her career while urging affected colleagues to remain hopeful.As of May 2025, Oracle had around 162,000 full-time employees globally.  ]]></description>
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<title>Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei out, IRGC in? Iran’s Revolutionary Guard takes de facto control, report claims</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ As Iran continues to be under attack by the US and Israel, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) reportedly blocked presidential appointments and decisions, effectively sidelining the government from executive control. ]]></description>
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<title>Explained: Why India is restricting Chinese CCTV cameras from April 1</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ India is preparing to bar several major Chinese video-surveillance manufacturers from selling internet-connected Closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras in the country starting April 1, 2026.. The move marks one of the most significant overhauls of India’s surveillance-equipment regulations, aimed at strengthening cybersecurity and reducing dependence on foreign, particularly Chinese technology.What is changing from April 1, 2026?Under the new rules, any connected CCTV device sold in India must comply with stringent certification standards laid out by the Standardization Testing and Quality Certification (STQC) framework. Companies such as Hikvision, Dahua and TP-Link will be directly affected, as they will be barred from selling internet-enabled cameras unless they meet India’s security and certification requirements.The upcoming restrictions stem from the Essential Requirements (ER) issued by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) in April 2024. These requirements mandate disclosure of the country of origin of key components, including chipsets and compulsory testing of devices for vulnerabilities that could enable unauthorised remote access.Manufacturers were given a two-year transition period to adapt, and more than 500 CCTV models have already been certified under the new regime. Government officials have said the policy is intended to tighten oversight of surveillance equipment and ensure adherence to security norms, particularly for systems used in sensitive locations such as public infrastructure and government installations.A major factor behind the regulation is the growing concern about cybersecurity risks associated with imported surveillance devices. Authorities have pointed to the possibility of hidden vulnerabilities, insecure firmware and the risk of remote exploitation, especially in products built on opaque supply chains. Industry executives quoted in the Economic Times report described the move as part of the government’s efforts to enforce stricter security standards for connected devices. Many of the affected Chinese brands rely on Chinese-origin chipsets and the government has been seeking to reduce its dependence on such components.Chinese brands accounted for roughly one-third of all CCTV sales as recently as last year, but this share has declined as domestic manufacturers have gained ground. Indian companies such as CP Plus, Qubo, Prama, Matrix, and Sparsh have expanded aggressively, redesigning their supply chains to rely on non-Chinese components, often Taiwanese chipsets and localising their firmware. According to Counterpoint Research, Indian players now control more than 80% of the CCTV market as of February, while global firms such as Bosch and Honeywell continue to dominate the premium end.This regulatory overhaul comes at a time when India is also confronting the widespread misuse of CCTV infrastructure in disturbing ways. TNM’s ongoing investigation has uncovered a shadow market built on the trade of leaked and illegally obtained intimate images and CCTV recordings. This underground industry operates largely through anonymous channels on platforms such as Telegram, where private visuals, including footage from theatres, hospitals, and other public spaces, are circulated and sold. The TNM series documents how this ecosystem flourishes in a legal grey zone, with devastating consequences for victims whose most private moments are shared without consent.The first part of the investigation exposed a booming trade in theatre CCTV clips, taking reporters through anonymous Telegram groups, fake profiles, and payment networks. Several leaked videos were traced back to three theatres in Kerala. The second part revealed an equally alarming trend. The sale of hospital CCTV footage showing women in hospitals and maternity wards changing clothes, breastfeeding and undergoing vaginal examinations—videos that were leaked and distributed without the knowledge or consent of those filmed.  Exposing CCTV misuse takes time, expertise, and sustained on-ground investigation. If you value this work, please contribute to our reporting fund and keep this coverage going. ]]></description>
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<title>Breakthrough or escalation? Donald Trump to announce ‘important’ Iran war update tomorrow</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ On Tuesday, President Trump told reporters in White House that the military could end its Iran offensive in two to three weeks and would shift responsibility for the Strait of Hormuz to countries that rely on it for oil and shipping. ]]></description>
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