Centre’s attempts to centralise powers in the cooperative sector not in the best interests of the country: K.N. Balagopal

The BJP-led Union government’s attempts to weaken the cooperative sector through centralisation of powers will significantly affect regional development, Finance Minister K.N. Balagopal said here on Monday. Speaking at the Cooperative Expo organised at the Kanakakkunnu grounds here by the Cooperation department, Mr. Balagopal said the unilateral decisions taken by the Union government in the…

Tribal people cheated out of land and compensation during relocation process from MTR stage protest in Ooty

Tribal people of Gudalur staging a demonstration at the Collector’s office in Udhagamandalam on Monday. | Photo Credit: M. SATHYAMOORTHY Tribal residents, who were relocated from the Mudumalai Tiger Reserve (MTR), staged a protest in front of the District Collector’s office on Monday, demanding that a list of 17 demands be fulfilled. The residents, who…

Delhi Government launches Ayushman Vay Vandana Yojana, offering free medical treatment of up to Rs 10 lakh

Calling it a historic day, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday (28.04.2025) launched a health insurance scheme “Ayushman Vay Vandana Yojana” by distributing Ayushman cards to elderly people aged 70 years and above, making them eligible for free medical treatment of up to Rs 10 lakh. The Ayushman Vay Vandana Scheme will be of…

Senior Indian diplomat holds talks with Taliban’s acting foreign minister in Kabul

India’s point-person on Afghanistan Anand Prakash held talks with Taliban’s acting Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi and discussed political and trade issues, Afghan media reported on Sunday (April 27, 2025). | Photo Credit: ANI India’s point-person on Afghanistan Anand Prakash held talks with Taliban’s acting Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi and discussed political and trade…

Bank Holidays in May 2025: How many days will banking services not be available? Check out state-wise list

Bank Holidays in May, Upcoming Bank Holidays: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has declared several holidays for May 2025, including Maharashtra Din, Rabindranath Tagore Jayanti, and others. If you are planning any important activities, banking transactions, or other bank services, plan accordingly to avoid any inconvenience during these closure days. In May, banks across…