Aryadan Shoukath has taken oath as the new MLA of Nilambur. The swearing-in ceremony was held at the Sankaranarayanan Thampi Hall in the Kerala Legislative Assembly. Shoukath took the oath in the presence of Speaker A. N. Shamseer.
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, Opposition Leader V. D. Satheesan, and ministers K. Rajan and M. B. Rajesh were present at the event.
Shoukath, representing the United Democratic Front (UDF), reclaimed the Nilambur constituency with a majority of 11,077 votes. M. Swaraj received 66,660 votes, while P. V. Anvar secured 19,760 votes. NDA candidate Mohan George got 8,648 votes, SDPI candidate Sadiq Naduthodi received 2,075 votes, and 630 votes were cast for NOTA.
Recent changes to the Public Provident Fund (PF) system have brought both relief and satisfaction to account holders. Aimed at facilitating faster financial support during emergencies, the auto-claim settlement limit has now been raised from ₹1 lakh to ₹5 lakh. This upgrade ensures quicker financial access when needed, as claims will now be processed and disbursed within 72 hours.
Labor and Employment Minister Mansukh Mandaviya announced the change via a post on X (formerly Twitter), adding that ₹2.32 crore worth of settlements had already been processed in the financial year 2024–25 through auto-claims. The minister also shared that 4.89 lakh new individuals aged between 18 and 25 have been added to the EPFO system. Increased awareness and outreach programs by EPFO are credited with contributing to the growing number of PF subscribers.
As part of Operation Sindhu, a group of 173 Indians was successfully brought back from Iran and arrived in Delhi. The group was flown in via a special flight from Armenia and landed at Delhi International Airport. With this, the total number of Indians repatriated through Operation Sindhu has reached 4,415. Of these, 3,597 were evacuated from Iran and 818 from Israel across 19 flights.
India’s Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal expressed gratitude to Iran for opening its airspace to facilitate the evacuation in the backdrop of the ongoing Iran-Israel conflict. The Indian Embassy in Iran also stated that they are closely monitoring the situation following the declaration of a ceasefire.
As part of the same operation, 36 Malayali individuals arrived from Israel at Palam Airport in Delhi yesterday aboard an Indian Air Force C-17 aircraft. On June 25, another group of 36 Malayalis had also returned from Israel. The C-17 flight that landed at 11 AM carried a total of 296 Indian nationals.
The title and first look poster of Rashmika Mandanna’s much-anticipated film Mysaa were unveiled today, sparking excitement among fans. The intriguing title, paired with a powerful first look, presents Rashmika in a bold and commanding avatar, with bloodstains on her face and body, exuding fire and fierceness in her eyes.
Dressed in a traditional saree adorned with tribal ornaments and a distinctive moon-shaped bindi, Rashmika embodies the role of a Gond woman in this emotional action thriller. The first look poster has already made a lasting impression, generating buzz across social media platforms.
Directed by Rawindra Pulle and produced by Ajay and Anil Sayyapureddy, Mysaa took two years to complete its pre-production phase, reflecting the team’s dedication to crafting a compelling narrative. Further details about the film, including its cast and release date, are eagerly awaited.
With the first look going viral, Rashmika’s intense new persona in Mysaa has set high expectations, leaving fans excited for what’s to come.
Thiruvananthapuram: Due to persistent heavy rainfall, district collectors have declared a holiday for all educational institutions, including professional colleges, in the districts of Ernakulam, Thrissur, Kottayam, Idukki, Palakkad, Pathanamthitta, and Wayanad, as well as in the taluks of Nilambur, Kuttanad, Cherthala, and Iritty, today.
A low-pressure system has formed over the northwest Bay of Bengal and the coasts of Odisha and West Bengal, leading to forecasts of intensified rainfall in the coming days, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The system is likely to move west-northwest towards northern Odisha, the Gangetic West Bengal, Jharkhand, and Chhattisgarh regions. The IMD has predicted isolated extremely heavy rainfall until June 29. Additionally, strong winds with speeds of 50 to 60 kmph are expected across Kerala today.
Tomorrow (28/06/2025): Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Idukki, Malappuram, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur. An orange alert indicates the possibility of very heavy rainfall, with 115.6 mm to 204.4 mm expected within 24 hours in these districts.
29/06/2025: Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Idukki, Malappuram, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur. A yellow alert signifies the likelihood of heavy rainfall, with 64.5 mm to 115.5 mm expected within 24 hours in these districts.
Authorities have urged the public to remain vigilant due to the ongoing heavy rainfall.
Heavy rainfall has led to the closure of educational institutions in Idukki, Kottayam, Ernakulam, and Thrissur districts on Friday, June 27, 2025. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued alert for these areas, predicting extremely heavy rainfall due to the intensifying southwest monsoon.
Safety Measures and Precautions
District administrations have urged residents, especially in flood-prone areas, to exercise caution. Schools, colleges, anganwadis, and tuition centers will remain shut, though scheduled exams will continue. Authorities are monitoring dams and rivers, with possible water releases if conditions escalate. Residents are advised to avoid travel and stay informed.
For Updates
Stay tuned to local news for further developments.
From fan-first invites driving all-time viewership highs to consumer-centric innovations powering record engagement; from record-breaking advertiser participation to never-seen-before subscriber growth, JioStar’s TATA IPL 2025: A Year of Firsts report captures the tournament’s historic impact Bali, Indonesia, June 25, 2025: JioStar, in partnership with Media Partners Asia (MPA), today released its TATA IPL 2025: A Year of Firsts report at the APOS conference, organized by MPA in Bali. The report captures how Tata IPL 2025 became one of the most successful seasons in the league’s history, setting new benchmarks with multiple records and industry firsts. JioStar transformed the IPL experience across both linear and digital – reimagining how fans, brands, and partners connect with live sport. Rooted in user-centric design thinking, the broadcaster crafted seamless, personalized viewing journeys that spanned devices, formats, and languages – ensuring every screen, whether big or small, offered an experience that felt deeply personal and inclusive. “TATA IPL 2025 was a season where the lines between sport, storytelling, and shared experiences truly blurred. It wasn’t just about broadcasting matches – it was where creativity, culture and commerce converged, with fan connections at the heart of it all. At JioStar, we set out to make every screen feel personal, every interaction meaningful, and every moment unforgettable. From deep consumer journeys to a rich spectrum of viewing experiences, this was a celebration of fandom in all its forms. The real success of the IPL isn’t measured in numbers, but in the moments that moved millions.” said Sanjog Gupta, CEO – Sports & Live Experiences, JioStar. Whether Connected TV or mobile, the experience was designed to be intuitive, immersive, and insight-driven unlocking new value for every stakeholder in the ecosystem. This design philosophy not only enhanced fan engagement but also unlocked new opportunities for advertisers and distribution partners through flexible solutions, targeted reach, and measurable outcomes across 2 / 4 every platform. The result was a tournament that became a showcase for industry-first achievements. A Year of Firsts: Key Highlights from IPL 2025 Scale ● 1.19B total reach: 537MN on TV and 652MN on digital – TATA IPL 2025 on JioStar Network recorded the biggest reach ever ● 47% of IPL viewers on Star Sports were women ● The IPL Final attracted 426M (189MN on TV and 237MN on digital) reach during the final ● JioHotstar grew to 300 million subscribers. 1.04BN app downloads on Android ● 55.2M peak concurrency ● 235 million reach on Connected TV ● 417 million reach on mobile phones ● 514BN minutes of tournament watch-time ● 129 million viewers watched on Star Sports HD ● 840 billion minutes watch-time Engagement ● MaxView 3.0 used by 30% of mobile viewers ● Regional language feed growth YoY: Hindi: 31%; Telugu: +87%; Tamil: +52%; Kannada: +65%; Bengali: +34%; Haryanvi: 47% ● 3.83B social interactions ● 44% of TATA IPL viewers on mobile experienced the thrill of ‘Jeeto Dhan Dhana Dhan’ play-along game Brand ● It was a Year of the Advertisers on JioStar, with 425+ advertisers; 270+ debutants across 40 unique categories 3 / 4 ● From market leaders to challengers, 32 brands across 9 categories leveraged Nielsen’s third party measurement Technology ● TATA IPL 2025 on JioStar was one of the most immersive and engaging viewing experiences ever ● Multi-Cam in 16:9: Viewers could switch between multiple camera feeds (Batter Cam, Bowler Cam, Stump Cam) in 16:9 resolution on the JioHotstar app ● 360degree/ VR Streaming: Fans could enjoy live matches with an immersive 360° view on their mobile devices, or step into the action in Virtual Reality using devices like JioDive. ● MaxView 3.0: A vertical viewing experience that lets fans swipe up to catch key match moments or swipe sideways for alternate camera angles ● Voice Assisted Search on CTV: Connected TV viewers could search using voice commands, enabling a more intuitive, hands-free experience ● Introduction of Free Ad-supported Streaming TV (FAST) channels dedicated to TATA IPL, offering non-stop cricket content without a subscription ● AI – Powered Match Highlights: Full match highlights auto-generated using Al, available within minutes post-match ● AI led Live Translation of Cricket Experts: Real-time Al translations of live commentary helped regionalize cricket insights and make expert analysis accessible across languages ● Audio Descriptive Commentary for the visually impaired ● Indian Sign Language Interpretation for the live matches The full report can be downloaded at www.jiostar.com and www.aposlive.com
4 / 4 As JioStar looks to the future, IPL 2025 offers a powerful blueprint for how technology, storytelling, and deep customer focus can converge to deliver truly unmissable, multi-screen experiences for fans, brands alike.
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Two individuals accused of aiding terrorists involved in the Pahalgam terror attack have been taken into five-day custody by the National Investigation Agency (NIA). The attack, which occurred on April 22, resulted in the deaths of 26 civilians. The arrested men, identified as Parvez Ahmad Jothar and Bashir Ahmad Jothar from Pahalgam, are said to have provided shelter and logistical support to the Lashkar-e-Taiba militants who carried out the assault. The investigation revealed that they had arranged temporary accommodation for the terrorists in the Baisaran valley and supplied them with food and other necessities. During interrogation, the two disclosed details about the attackers, believed to be Pakistani nationals. The NIA has charged them under Section 19 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). There are also indications that the attackers fled back to Pakistan following the operation.
