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LDF walkout in Kerala assembly over rise in infectious diseases

The Opposition CPM-led Left Democratic Front (LDF) staged a walkout in the Kerala Legislative Assembly on Monday after Speaker Thiruvanchoor Radhakrishnan rejected its notice for an adjournment motion on the alleged failure of the United Democratic Front (UDF) government to prevent the spread of diseases like Nipah, Shigella, Monkeypox, and Dengue.

Sitharaman announces rare earth minerals corridor for four states

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday announced the creation of a rare earth minerals corridor covering Tamil Nadu, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh and Kerala, underscoring the strategic importance of strengthening India’s critical minerals supply chain and building domestic capabilities in high-technology sectors.

Sitharaman rolls out ‘Reforms Express’

Presenting the union Budget 2026-27, the Finance Minister said the government will launch Biopharma Shakti, a new programme designed to bolster India's position in advanced biopharmaceutical manufacturing and innovation.