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Thiruvananthapuram: The Kerala government has decided to constitute a special committee to thoroughly examine various issues and concerns raised by workers’ organisations regarding the implementation of the Labour Codes in the state. The committee will include representatives of trade unions and officials from the departments concerned. It has been directed to submit a detailed report, along with necessary recommendations, within 10 days of its formation. The decision was taken at a high-level meeting chaired by Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan at the Secretariat. The meeting, held in the presence of Labour…

Thiruvananthapuram: Former health ministers have launched a scathing attack on the state government, alleging that Kerala’s healthcare system has fallen into disarray under Health Minister K. Muralidharan. Former health ministers Veena George, K.K. Shailaja, and P.K. Sreemathi raised serious allegations against the minister, including claims concerning the experimental use of medicines on children suffering from Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Addressing a joint press conference, the former ministers accused Muralidharan of failing to ensure public health and patient safety and declared that he had no moral right to continue in office.…

Doha: The ninth edition of the World Investment Forum (WIF), organized under the leadership of the United Nations Trade and Development (UNCTAD), is scheduled to take place in Doha, Qatar, from October 25 to 27, 2026. The prestigious international event will return to Doha after a gap of 14 years, bringing together world leaders, policymakers, investors, and industry experts to discuss artificial intelligence (AI), global investment trends, sustainable development, and economic inequality. The forum is being jointly organized by UNCTAD, the Government of Qatar, and Qatar’s Ministry of Commerce and…

Thiruvananthapuram: The controversy surrounding the Kerala government’s move to change the medication provided to children suffering from Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) has intensified following fresh revelations. Visuals showing representatives of pharmaceutical company Natco visiting the minister’s office for a meeting have surfaced, putting the Health Department under renewed scrutiny. The developments have raised questions about whether the pharmaceutical company had any influence over the decision to replace the existing medication. According to the information that has emerged, representatives of Natco visited the minister’s office and participated in discussions. Dr. I.…

New Delhi: India’s defence capabilities are expected to receive a significant boost with the development of the next-generation BrahMos-NG (BrahMos Next Generation) supersonic cruise missile, which is targeted for completion by 2028. Designed to be smaller, lighter, and more operationally versatile than the existing BrahMos missile, the advanced weapon system is expected to enhance the offensive capabilities and strategic readiness of the Indian Armed Forces. The project represents another important step toward India’s long-term objective of achieving self-reliance in defence manufacturing while strengthening its position as a major global defence…

Manama: Bahrain’s Parliament has unanimously approved a significant bill aimed at granting permanent employment status to Bahraini citizens working in government departments on temporary or part-time contracts. Under the proposed legislation, Bahraini employees who complete one year of service will become eligible for permanent appointments. The move is intended to provide greater job security to citizens who have been working under temporary contracts in the public sector for extended periods. The bill seeks to amend Article 7 of the Civil Service Law of 2010. Following its approval by Parliament, the…

Mumbai: Mumbai Police have intensified their investigation into the shooting incident involving Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff. Three suspects arrested in Kota, Rajasthan, have been brought to Mumbai for further questioning. The Anti-Extortion Cell (AEC) of the Mumbai Police arrived in the city with the accused at approximately 3:30 a.m. on Wednesday, October 21. According to sources, the police changed vehicles more than four times during the journey for security reasons and as part of the investigation. The three accused are expected to be produced before a court later today. The…

Doha: French President Emmanuel Macron has concluded his two-day official visit to Qatar, marking a significant step toward strengthening energy, defense, economic, and diplomatic relations between the two countries. The visit, which ended on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, was the final leg of Macron’s Gulf tour, which also included Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, and Bahrain. During his visit, Macron held extensive discussions with Qatar’s Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani. The talks focused on expanding the long-standing strategic partnership between France and Qatar, while also addressing the evolving…

New Delhi: According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the southwest monsoon withdrew from all eight states of Northeast India on Thursday. The withdrawal occurred around the normal time, but the entire northeastern region recorded 26 percent less rainfall than normal between June and September this year. Meanwhile, following heavy rain and thunderstorms in Delhi-NCR on Thursday, the weather department has forecast further rain and thunderstorms for Friday, October 16. According to the IMD, temperatures in Northeast India will now gradually begin to fall, with winter conditions expected to become…

CINCINNATI, OHIO – The 11th Annual International Media Conference (IMC 2026), organized by the Indo-American Press Club (IAPC), will bring together an impressive gathering of journalists, diplomats, elected officials, media executives, authors, and community leaders from around the world from October 16-18, 2026, at the Delta Hotels by Marriott Cincinnati Sharonville, Ohio. The conference is expected to serve as a major global platform for discussions on journalism, media innovation, artificial intelligence, ethical reporting, and diaspora engagement. A highlight of IMC 2026 will be the prestigious IAPC Awards Gala, recognizing exceptional…