Lakshadweep

ISRO partners with SpaceX to launch GSAT-20 satellite

India’s space agency, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), is set to launch its communication satellite GSAT-20 using Elon Musk's SpaceX Falcon-9 rocket.

Congress marks win in Lakshadweep, where PM took snorkeling dip

In the island territory of Lakshadweep, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a scheduled stop three months ago, images of him snorkeling, walking on a white-sand beach, and relaxing in a chair by turquoise waters surfaced on social media. The territory see the tourism boost as Make My Trip shared the data of 3,400% increase in searches after PM Modi’s visit but the party failed to win the territory in Lok Sabha Elections 2024.

Akshay Kumar responds to comments from Maldives against PM Modi, asks ‘why tolerate such hate’

NEW DELHI: Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar on Sunday took to X formerly known as Twitter to share his two cents on the racist comments by Maldives officials. The actor, who was last seen in the satirical drama ‘OMG 2’, said in his post that he is surprised that Maldives’ government officials are making racist and […]

Maldives suspends 3 ministers for ‘derogatory’ remarks on PM Modi

NEW DELHI: In a move reflecting the Maldivian government’s commitment to diplomatic decorum, three deputy ministers have been suspended from their positions following their controversial remarks on social media targeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The incident unfolded after PM Modi released a video showcasing his recent visit to Lakshadweep to boost tourism in the region. […]

Tuna Fish Export Scam: CBI Books Lakshadweep NCP MP Md Faizal, His Nephew Abdul Razik

NEW DELHI: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Tuesday said that it has registered a case against Lakshadweep Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) MP Mohammed Faizal, his nephew Mohammad Abdul Razik and several others in connection with the Tuna Fish export scam and carried out searches at six locations. A CBI official here said that […]

CBI Books 2 In Lakshadweep For Causing Loss To Khadi Board

NEW DELHI: Days after conducting surprise checks in Lakshadweep, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Tuesday said that it has registered two separate cases, including one against the MD of a private company for causing loss to Lakshadweep Khadi and Village Industries Board (LKVIB). CBI spokesperson RC Joshi in a statement said that the […]

LS MP, Nephew Under CBI Lens In Tuna Fish Export Case

NEW DELHI: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Friday said that it has started inquiries into alleged corruption in the export of tuna fish from Lakshadweep to a Sri Lankan company represented by Abdul Razaq, nephew of a Lok Sabha member Mohammad Faizal, sources said. The source said that for the export of the […]