Kerala’s Name Officially Changed to ‘Keralam’
In a move that has captured national headlines, the Union Cabinet on 24 February 2026 approved a recommendation to change the official name.
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In a move that has captured national headlines, the Union Cabinet on 24 February 2026 approved a recommendation to change the official name.
In a major thrust to bolster industrial growth and attract capital inflows, the Tamil Nadu Cabinet on 23 February 2026 approved incentive packages.