Thrissur: In the wake of reported Shigella infection cases in the Thrissur district, a review meeting was convened under the chairmanship of Minister O. J. Janeesh to coordinate preventive and containment measures. The meeting was attended by District Collector Shikha Surendran, District Medical Officer (Health) Dr. T. P. Sreedevi, officials from the Microbiology Department, Education Read More…
Kozhikode: A fresh case of Shigella infection has been confirmed in Kozhikode district, raising concerns among health authorities. A nine-year-old boy from Thuneri has tested positive for the bacterial infection after being treated for fever and diarrhoea at the Kozhikode Medical College Hospital. The test result was received after the child had recovered and returned Read More…
Guruvayur: The Guruvayur Devaswom has announced a walk-in interview for the temporary appointment of nine Cowherds (Pashupalakan) at Kaaveed Gokulam under the Devaswom. The interview will be held at 10 a.m. on June 23, 2026, at the Guruvayur Devaswom Office. Candidates must report by 9 a.m. for certificate verification. Applicants should be between 20 and Read More…
Gold prices witnessed a decline of ₹15 per gram on Tuesday, bringing some relief to consumers amid fluctuating bullion market trends. According to the rates released on today, 22-carat (916) gold is priced at ₹13,875 per gram, while the rate for 8 grams stands at ₹1,11,000. The price of 18-carat gold has been fixed at Read More…
Chennai: The Tamil Nadu unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has strongly criticised the state government over the reported increase in crimes against women and girls, alleging that public safety has deteriorated and that people are living in fear. State BJP President Nainar Nagenthran claimed that five girls were sexually assaulted in separate incidents Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: More than 1.3 million women availed themselves of the newly launched Priyadarshini free travel scheme on Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) ordinary buses on its first day of implementation. According to official figures, the number of women passengers travelling on Monday increased by 595,245 compared to the previous Monday. A total of 7,83,115 Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala is currently confronting a serious public health crisis as the continued spread of leptospirosis (rat fever), dengue fever, and various viral infections threatens both the social and economic well-being of the state. Health and environmental experts point out that the roots of these diseases extend far beyond hospitals and healthcare facilities, originating instead Read More…
The Indian rupee strengthened by 5 paise to 94.53 against the US dollar in early trading on Tuesday, supported by a sharp decline in global crude oil prices and easing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. According to forex traders, the reduction in concerns over potential disruptions to global energy supplies has improved sentiment toward Read More…
Bratislava: Prime Minister Narendra Modi held bilateral talks with Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico at the historic Bratislava Castle on Monday, with both countries agreeing to elevate their relationship to the level of a Comprehensive Partnership. Prime Minister Modi received a ceremonial welcome upon his arrival before the two leaders held discussions in both one-on-one Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: The death toll due to Shigella infection in Kerala has risen to five after two more fatalities were confirmed by the state health department on Monday. Among the latest victims is Arjav, a seven-year-old boy from Pookkottur in Malappuram district, who died while undergoing treatment at the Government Medical College Hospital in Kozhikode. According Read More…