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Kerala has declared Monday a holiday for schools to allow students to immerse themselves in the excitement of the FIFA World Cup final. THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The Kerala General Education Department declared a holiday on Monday for all schools under its jurisdiction in view of the FIFA World Cup final, officials said on Sunday.Officials said the decision was taken after considering requests from students who are football enthusiasts and wished to watch the World Cup final on Sunday night.The holiday will apply to all schools functioning under the General Education Department, an official statement said.General education minister N Samsudheen also announced the…

Other options for Burnham include scrapping the Energy Profits Levy (EPL), or windfall tax. This was introduced when prices spiked at the start of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. It has a headline rate of 78%, which is taken whether oil and gas prices are high or low.The industry says it makes the North Sea one of the least favourable in the world for investors and there is strong evidence that investment has certainly dried up in those years.It’s due to be replaced in 2030 by another windfall tax, which operators like more because it’s only triggered when prices are high…

Available for over a yearToday, Adam is joined by legendary broadcaster Andrew Marr, who is one of the very few people to have interviewed Andy Burnham before he goes into number 10. As Burnham prepares to take the reins of government, some things remain unclear about what he will do when he gets there. Who will be in his cabinet? And how will he tackle the economic challenges that faced Keir Starmer’s premiership? You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say “Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most…

AriesYour energy returns this week, but don’t mistake feeling better for being fully rested. You’ll be tempted to take on more than your body is ready for. Pace yourself. A proper night’s sleep will do more for your health than another cup of coffee.TaurusYour body loves routine, and it will reward you for it this week. Eating on time, drinking enough water, and staying physically active will make a noticeable difference. Heavy meals and irregular eating habits will leave you feeling unusually sluggish. Simplicity works best.GeminiYour mind refuses to switch off, and that’s exactly what needs your attention. Constant calls,…

Despite living in one of the most connected eras in history, many people feel lonelier, more anxious, and increasingly divided. While technology has made it easier to communicate and access information, it has not always helped people find inner peace or a deeper sense of purpose. According to spiritual experts, the answer may not lie in creating more advanced tools but in developing greater self-awareness.Can spirituality heal a divided world? An expert explains how ancient wisdom offers timeless lesson (Pinterest)According to Vivek Singhal, Founder of Dominion Dharma & Destiny Institute, many of the world’s oldest wisdom traditions share a common…

Srinagar, Jul 18: Government Polytechnic for Women, Srinagar on Saturday formalised a strategic industry–academia partnership with the Jammu & Kashmir Hoteliers Club through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).The signing ceremony took place on campus and was attended by heads of departments, teaching and non‑teaching staff, and students of the Department of Travel & Tourism.The MoU was signed in the presence of a distinguished delegation from the Jammu & Kashmir Hoteliers Club. The delegation included Mushtaq Ahmad Chaya (President, J&K Hoteliers Club), who also graced the occasion as the Chief Guest; Tariq Rashid Ghani (Junior Vice President); Naseer…

The Manipur Police has ordered a major reshuffle of its officer cadre, transferring and posting 83 personnel, including inspectors and junior commissioned officers, across police stations, command units and specialised wings in the strife-hit state.Manipur Police transferred 83 officers, including inspectors, in a major reshuffle across police stations, command units and specialised wings.The transfer order, issued by Director General of Police (DGP) Mukesh Singh on Saturday, stated that the officers have been transferred, attached, detached and posted to various police stations, command units and specialised wings across the strife-torn state until further orders.Among the key transfers, inspector Kshetrimayum Naresh Kumar…

At least one person was killed and 13 others injured after Russia launched one of its largest ballistic missile attacks on Ukraine overnight into Sunday, targeting Kyiv and the surrounding region, Ukrainian authorities said.The barrage sparked fires across multiple districts and damaged residential, commercial and industrial buildings.Ukraine’s Air Force issued a ballistic missile alert shortly before a series of powerful explosions echoed across the capital. According to local authorities, the attack began around 1.30 am local time and continued for several hours.“The enemy launched more than 40 missiles of various types – most of them against the capital – and…

Kolkata: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday chaired a meeting with West Bengal officials here to discuss the law and order situation of the state, which shares a 2,217-km border with Bangladesh and also has frontiers with Nepal and Bhutan.Chief secretary Manoj Agarwal and state police chief Siddh Nath Gupta were among the senior officials who attended the meeting held in South Kolkata, sources said.The meeting also comes weeks after the passage of the stringent West Bengal Public Safety and Control of Anti-Social Activities Act that substantially expanded the state’s powers to tackle organised crime, extortion, illegal mining, cybercrime…

Using sunscreen with a high sun protection factor (SPF) is highly recommended as part of a daily skincare regimen for everyone to protect the skin from the ultraviolet spectrum of sunlight, which is known to cause sunburns and, in extreme cases, skin cancer.Parents should apply sunscreen to babies six months and older, says Dr Hysem Eldik. (Pexel)Also Read | Can joint pain or chronic pain from old injury flare when it rains? Physician Dr Kunal Sood explains what happensBy everyone, one generally considers kids and adults. However, according to dermatologist Dr Hysem Eldik, sunscreen can be applied to babies from…