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HC rejects bail to TV channel promoter

Kochi: In a double blow, Kerala High Court on Friday rejected interim bail to Reporter Broadcasting (RBC) chief Anto Augustine accused of possessing liquor in breach of permissible limits.The Court rejected Augustine’s plea challenging a Wayanad Court’s ruling dismissing his bail petition earlier in the day.The Judicial First Class Magistrate Court in Sulthan’s Battery had …

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Mosque blast kills 16 in Pakistan

Kochi: Five policemen were among 16 killed in an explosion in a mosque in north-western Pakistan, media reports said.The explosion occurred when a vehicle loaded with explosives rammed into the mosque, BBC quoting a senior police official in Peshawar reported.A battle is still ongoing between attackers and security forces at the site in the Kohat …

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Ex DGP Thachankary taken to Central Jail

Kochi: Disproportionate assets case convict and former DGP Tomin J Thachankary has been allocated number 475 in the Poojapura Central Jail in Thiruvananthapuram.Thachankary has been housed in the Hospital block of the jail as he is suffering from health problems, On Manorama reported.Thachankary, who was brought to the jail hospital straight from Kottayam, will avail …

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Court rejects Amto’s bail plea

Kochi: A court in Wayanad on Friday rejected bail for Reporter TV owner Anto Augustine in connection with seizure of unlimited quantity liquor from his possession.With the Judicial First Class Magistrate Court in Sulthan’s Battery rejecting the bail plea, Augustine will have to remain in District Jail in Mananthavady.Meanwhile, the Excise Department is planning to …

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4 years jail for ex DGP Thachankary in graft case

Kochi: A court in Kottayam in Kerala sentenced former DGP Tomin J Thachankary to four years jail term and slapped a penalty of Rs 30, 84,892 lakh for amassing wealth disproportionate to his known sources of income during 2003-2007.When the Kottayam Vigilance Court asked if had to say anything in defense, Thachankary said he had …

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Jail inmates may miss getting mutton, fish

Kochi: Jail menu in Kerala is likely to be no longer sumptuous as there are plans to stop serving Mutton and fish delicacies.The Prisons Department has submitted a proposal to the state government recommending taking these off the menu citing cost, health, and procurement concerns, media reports said.Prisons Director General S Sreejith suggested replacing them …

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Modi wants teamwork in BRICS nations

Kochi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday sought team work across the Global South to solve geopolitical tensions which disrupts supply chains and climate crises.Delivering a valedictory address on the two-day BRICS summit of 11 leading developing nations, he warned against “weaponization of technology and critical minerals”.”The number of conflicts and tensions in the world …

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BRICS condemns Pahalgam attacks

Kochi:The BRICS summit on Saturday called for reforms of multilateral institutions, including a “structural update” of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), and condemned terrorism.Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the New Delhi Declaration which denounced “unilateral acts of war” and stressed the need to ensure safety of seafarers and commercial navigation amid the ongoing military …

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Gold smuggling accused Swapna weds Sarith

Kochi: Accused in the sensational gold smuggling case, Swapna Suresh tied nuptial knot with coaccused Sarith at a temple in Kochi on Saturday.This is their second marriage.The marriage ceremony was held at the Vadakke Pattupurackal Temple in Nettoor.Close relatives and family friends of the couple attended the function, On Manorama reported.The marriage news was shared …

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Easier payments gets full support in BRICS summit

Kochi: In a move to make cross-border financial settlements easier, BRICS countries getting closer to find a solution to the issue respecting national priorities.The Finance Ministers  and Central Bank governors have said in a statement that easier payments will promote trade settlements and investments using BRICS local currencies.BRICS called for continued work on cross-border payment mechanisms …

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Congress to go slow on Pinarayi bribe case

Kochi:Congress’ decision on Thursday to go slow on ED’s letter to Police to book former Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan in a bribery case exposed fear in the ruling party over the fate of some of its leaders and allies who are facing charges similar to Pinarayi.Speaking after the State party discussed the issue, Congress …

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Chinese President to attend the BRICS Summit

Kochi: Chinese President Xi Jinping will attend the BRICS Summit in New Delhi on September 12 and 13.Jinping, who had last visited India in 2019, is expected to meet for bilateral talks on the sidelines of the summit in New Delhi.A large delegation will be accompanied by Xi including Politburo member and Foreign Minister Wang …

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Kerala to seek legal advice on FIR against Pinarayi

Kochi: The Kerala government will take legal advice in dealing with the issue of registering FIR against Opposition Leader Pinarayi Vjayan of CPM in the bribery case as wanted by the Directorate of Enforcement, Chief Minister V D Satheesan said.Addressing a press conference after the cabinet meeting, Satheesan said the matter needed to be considered …

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