'I want to see my father...': Children's cries bring tears as Kerala bids farewell to flood hero

IANS | August 5, 2026 3:51 PM

Thiruvananthapuram, Aug 5 (IANS) "I want to see my father, sir... please remove the cloth covering his face" - the heart-rending plea of the young children of flood rescue volunteer R. Rajesh, who sacrificed his life while saving a stranded farmer in Kannur, reduced even seasoned public officials to tears as his mortal remains were brought to his home at Kalliyoor near here on Wednesday.

7 years after Article 370 abrogation, focus must shift from politics to performance: Report

IANS | August 5, 2026 3:42 PM

New Delhi, Aug 5 (IANS) Seven years after the constitutional changes of August 5, 2019, Jammu and Kashmir stands at a crucial juncture where the debate should move beyond constitutional amendments and instead focus on the tangible changes witnessed on the ground, as well as the challenges that still need to be addressed, according to a recent report.

Akhilesh Yadav targets UP govt over Ram Temple offerings row, law and order

IANS | August 5, 2026 2:54 PM

Lucknow, Aug 5 (IANS) Samajwadi Party (SP) President Akhilesh Yadav on Wednesday launched an attack on the Uttar Pradesh government over a range of issues, including the alleged Ram Temple offerings theft case, law and order, fertiliser availability for farmers, healthcare services, and road construction projects.