The Prime Minister has hailed the Economic Survey as a comprehensive snapshot of India’s ongoing “Reform Express”, underlining the country’s steady and resilient progress despite a challenging global economic environment. In his remarks, the Prime Minister said the Survey clearly captures how India has continued to push structural reforms while navigating global uncertainties such as Read More…
Amaravati: Drawing the curtain on a highly sensitive and emotive controversy, the CBI has confirmed that no animal fat was used in the preparation of the iconic Tirupati temple laddu. The agency clarified that neither beef nor pork fat entered the prasadam-making process—countering allegations that had triggered nationwide outrage. However, the probe has uncovered a Read More…
Kerala is all set to mark a major leap in women-centric public transport with the launch of the KSRTC Pink Bus, a service where both the crew and passengers are exclusively women. Designed to offer safer, stress-free, and empowering travel, the Pink Bus is expected to hit Kerala roads soon. What makes the initiative stand Read More…
India’s latest Economic Survey 2025–26 has delivered a sharp warning on the growing influence of social media platforms, branding many of them as “predatory by design” and opening the door to age-based restrictions on online access, especially for children and adolescents. Presented by Chief Economic Adviser V. Anantha Nageswaran, the survey flags rising digital addiction, Read More…
Kochi: After scaling unprecedented highs, gold prices in Kerala saw a sharp and sudden correction, slipping by ₹5,240 per sovereign in a single day. The price of one sovereign (8 grams) now stands at ₹1,25,120, while the per-gram rate dropped by ₹655 to ₹15,640. Just a day earlier, gold had rewritten price records, touching an Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Today marks the final opportunity for citizens to add or delete names from Kerala’s electoral roll under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process. Applications can be submitted online through the Election Commission of India (eci.gov.in), the Chief Electoral Officer’s portal (ceo.kerala.gov.in), or directly via Booth Level Officers (BLOs). Applicants seeking inclusion as ordinary voters Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: In a decisive move to protect genuine devotees, the Kerala High Court has stepped in to curb the growing trend of pilgrims booking Sabarimala darshan slots through the virtual queue system and then failing to turn up. The court has called for strict corrective measures, including a possible hike in the booking fee. During Read More…
New Delhi: Kerala has made a strong and stylish return to the Republic Day celebrations, clinching the third prize for its tableau at the Republic Day Parade in New Delhi, after a two-year absence from the prestigious event. The award-winning tableau beautifully showcased Kerala’s rich cultural heritage, social progress, and inclusive development model, drawing loud Read More…
The Union Budget 2026 has projected India’s GDP growth for FY27 at 7.4%, reflecting strong confidence in the country’s economic momentum despite global uncertainties. The estimate underscores the government’s optimism about sustained growth driven by higher capital expenditure, infrastructure expansion, and steady domestic consumption. According to budget documents, key growth drivers include continued investment in Read More…
Veteran Maharashtra leader and Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar was cremated with full state honours at his native village Katewadi, as thousands of mourners gathered to bid an emotional farewell. Chants of “Ajit Dada amar rahe” echoed through the village when his mortal remains, draped in the national flag, were brought to the cremation ground. Read More…