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Topic: Thiruvananthapuram

Tharoor charisma, BJP blitz & an underdog—the 3-way battle for Thiruvananthapuram

Thiruvananthapuram may be the BJP’s best chance to open its account in Kerala, with Rajeev Chandrasekhar giving a tough fight to Shashi Tharoor.

Kerala medical students seek permission to wear long sleeve, surgical hoods during surgery

The seven women students of the Thiruvananthapuram medical college have approached the principal seeking permission, who said a committee will be formed to discuss the issue.

Kerala’s first Covishield vaccine consignment arrives at Cochin international airport

State Health Minister K K Shailaja said Thiruvananthapuram will receive 1,34,000 doses, Ernakulam and Kozhikode will receive 1,80,000 and 1,19,500 doses respectively.

Kerala HC dismisses pleas against leasing out Thiruvananthapuram airport to Adani group

The bench rejected arguments by the LDF government & others saying there was no valid ground to interfere with the Centre's policy decision.

Fisherfolk & dogs — the only signs of life at Thiruvananthapuram’s once-crowded beaches

Beaches in Thiruvananthapuram have not been opened to the public since the lockdown, and police teams stand guard all day to keep people away.

Laxity, low seroprevalence & reliance on antigen tests — how Kerala’s Covid battle came undone

The Covid numbers in Kerala have risen after unlocking. The IMA accuses the government of not listening to experts, but officials highlight pressure.

Why participate in bidding, then question the game — Tharoor asks Kerala govt on airport row

Thiruvananthapuram MP Shashi Tharoor has gone against the Congress party line, supporting the privatisation of the airport by Adani group that won the bid.

Kerala MP gives privilege notice against Aviation Minister Puri on Trivandrum airport lease

Kerala MP Kareem says Hardeep Singh Puri misled Rajya Sabha in March by giving false information on Trivandrum airport lease. Puri says deal was cleared after carrying out due diligence.

Padmanabhaswamy verdict can reduce the rich temple to go to Communists with a begging bowl

The Supreme Court has also ordered a 25-year audit of the Padmanabhaswamy Temple. Even scam-tainted promoters or companies have not had to face such long-term audits.

Travancore ex-royal family says Padmanabhaswamy temple verdict not a victory, but a blessing

The SC upheld the rights of the family to run the temple administration. The court battle was pending in the top court over charges of financial irregularities.

On Camera

How economic planning stifled India’s growth and talent

The Indian planning system did not encourage individuals based on ‘what they knew’, but on ‘whom they knew’. Many left for countries that recognised their talent.

All bets off as online gaming bill shakes industry & key players suspend ‘gambling’ on their platforms

The new law, which the government has framed as a moral duty, forced major platforms like Dream11 & Zupee to shut operations, wiping out hundreds of crores in market capitalisation. 

Post-Sindoor, joint doctrine tasks Special Forces with fighting info warfare & countering propaganda

Joint Doctrine for Special Forces Operations, released Wednesday, also outlines plans for the future expansion of AFSOD and the creation of Joint Service Training Institutes.

That Oval Office picture for ages deserves closer Indian reading, with a geopolitical lens

Putin sees this as a victory. Europeans have decided to deal with Trump on his terms for the sake of the larger Western alliance. We look at the lessons for us in India.