States » South


PM-KUSUM Solar scam biggest Kerala has ever seen, alleges Ramesh Chennithala

Thiruvananthapuram, July 11 (UNI) The PM-KUSUM scheme, aimed at providing solar energy pumps to farmers in Kerala, has turned into one of the biggest corruption scandals in the state in recent times, AICC Working Committee member Ramesh Chennithala alleged today.

Talking to newspersons here, Chennithala demanded a detailed probe into the irregularities in the Rs 240 crore tender issued for the installation of solar-powered pumps under the PM-KUSUM scheme, implemented through ANERT in Kerala.
More News

BJP criticises UDF over Kerala CM selection, alleges influence of Jamaat-e-Islami, IUML

14 May 2026 | 9:53 PM

Thiruvananthapuram, May 14 (UNI) Kerala BJP President Rajeev Chandrasekhar today said that after “11 days of haggling,” the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) has announced its Chief Minister nominee in Kerala, adding that while it is each party’s prerogative to choose its leader, the circumstances surrounding the decision raise serious concerns.

see more..

Swearing-in of new Kerala Cabinet on Monday

14 May 2026 | 9:51 PM

Thiruvananthapuram, May 14 (UNI) The swearing-in ceremony of the new Kerala Council of Ministers will be held on Monday, formally marking the assumption of office by the incoming government led by Chief Minister-designate V. D. Satheesan.

see more..

Andhra Pradesh government targets Rs 1 27 Lakh Cr revenue

14 May 2026 | 9:49 PM

Vijayawada, May 14 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Thursday directed all departments to intensify efforts to increase the state’s own revenues while aggressively pursuing pending central funds.
Reviewing the performance of key revenue earning departments at the Secretariat in Amaravati, the Chief Minister said Andhra Pradesh must convert growing investments into higher tax revenues and sustainable economic growth.

see more..

Reliance Industries ED donates Rs 1 51 crore to TTD’s Pranadana Trust

14 May 2026 | 9:22 PM

Tirumala, May 14 (UNI): Reliance Industries Executive Director P.M.S. Prasad donated Rs. 1.51 crore to the TTD-run Sri Venkateswara Pranadana Trust here on Thursday.

see more..

Apollo Cancer Foundation reinforces commitment to Thalassemia Care

14 May 2026 | 8:27 PM

Chennai, May 14 (UNI) India continues to carry one of the world’s highest Thalassemia burdens, with an estimated 1–1.5 lakh children living with Thalassemia and nearly 10,000–15,000 affected babies born every year.

see more..