Kerala hotels shut down for 24 hours as restaurant association protests sharp LPG price hike impacting hospitality sector. Hotels, restaurants, bakeries, and canteens across Kerala remained closed on Tuesday as part of a statewide strike called by the Kerala Hotel and Restaurant Association, protesting a steep rise in commercial LPG cylinder prices. The 24-hour shutdown disrupted food services across the state, with industry representatives warning of a deepening crisis in the hospitality sector. Industry Protests Steep Price Increase According to the Kerala Hotel and Restaurant Association, the recent hike of…

IMD issues yellow alert in Kerala as heavy rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds are forecast across multiple districts till Saturday. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert across several districts in Kerala, forecasting heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and gusty winds over the next few days. According to the latest weather update, the state is likely to witness widespread rain activity till Saturday, with isolated areas expected to receive intense showers. Districts Under Yellow Alert On Wednesday, Ernakulam and Thrissur districts have been placed under yellow alert due to…

Rayagada declared new railway division in Odisha; CM Mohan Majhi thanks PM Modi and Railway Minister for major development boost. Mohan Charan Majhi has thanked Narendra Modi and Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw following the announcement of a new railway division at Rayagada, describing the decision as a significant step towards accelerating development in southern Odisha. The new Rayagada Railway Division is scheduled to become operational from June 1, according to official information. Long-Standing Demand Fulfilled The declaration of Rayagada as a railway division fulfills a long-pending demand of the…

US President Donald Trump congratulates PM Narendra Modi on BJP’s historic victory in West Bengal Assembly elections 2026. Donald Trump has congratulated Narendra Modi on the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) victory in the West Bengal Assembly elections 2026, describing it as a “historic and decisive election outcome.” The message was conveyed through White House spokesperson Kush Desai, reflecting international attention on the political developments in one of India’s key states. BJP Secures Landmark Victory The Bharatiya Janata Party registered a significant breakthrough in West Bengal by winning over 200 seats…

Jammu and Kashmir government issues May 2026 roster for Administrative Secretaries at Jammu Secretariat to ensure smooth governance during summer session. The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has released the official roster of Administrative Secretaries for the Civil Secretariat in Jammu for May 2026, outlining a structured rotation of senior अधिकारियों to ensure uninterrupted governance during the summer session. The schedule has been issued through Government Order No. 859-JK(GAD) of 2026, dated May 3, by the General Administration Department (GAD). Rotation Plan for Smooth Governance The roster ensures that senior…

Yogi Adityanath credits PM Modi’s leadership for BJP’s strong performance in Bengal, Assam and Puducherry Assembly elections 2026. Yogi Adityanath has credited Narendra Modi for the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) strong performance in the Assembly elections across West Bengal, Assam, and Puducherry, attributing the results to public trust in the Prime Minister’s leadership and governance approach. Reacting to emerging trends and outcomes, the Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister said the electoral performance reflects the electorate’s continued confidence in the BJP’s development agenda and welfare policies. Campaign Focus on Governance and Security…

LG Manoj Sinha inaugurates Inter-University Wushu Championship at Kashmir University, urging youth to fight drug abuse through sports. Manoj Sinha on Monday inaugurated the All India Inter-University Wushu Championship at the University of Kashmir, urging athletes to act as ambassadors of the Nasha Mukt Jammu Kashmir Abhiyaan and inspire youth to stay away from substance abuse. Addressing participants at the उद्घाटन ceremony, the Lieutenant Governor emphasized the transformative role of sports in shaping a healthier and more disciplined society. Athletes Urged to Lead Anti-Drug Movement Highlighting the importance of youth…

BJP candidate Jiban Gogoi wins Sissibargaon Assembly seat in Assam elections 2026 with a margin of over 40,000 votes. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has secured a decisive victory in the Sissibargaon Assembly constituency in the ongoing Assam Assembly elections 2026, with candidate Jiban Gogoi emerging as the winner after the completion of vote counting on Monday. According to official figures released by the Election Commission of India, Jiban Gogoi received 75,758 votes, comfortably defeating his nearest rival, Dulal Chandra Baruah of the Congress-supported Raijor Dal. Baruah secured 35,165 votes,…