Thiruvananthapuram/Kathmandu: Close to 100 tourists from Kerala, including families and senior citizens, are stranded in Nepal after heavy rains and adverse weather disrupted travel services. Sudden flight cancellations and roadblocks have left the group unable to return home as planned. Local authorities, in coordination with Indian officials, are working to arrange safe passage. The Indian Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: The Motor Vehicles Department (MVD) has firmly denied viral social media claims that e-challans are being scrapped. Calling the reports “fake and misleading,” officials clarified that all challans remain valid and enforceable. The department stressed that even violations by its own vehicles are penalized, underscoring its zero-tolerance approach. Importantly, once issued, an e-challan can Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted isolated rainfall across Kerala today, with chances of thunderstorms and gusty winds reaching up to 40 kmph. While no district-specific heavy rain alerts have been issued, residents are advised to stay cautious. The active weather spell is driven by a cyclonic circulation over the Mannar Gulf and Read More…
New Delhi: The Supreme Court has begun deliberations on a Presidential Reference challenging its April 2025 ruling that set strict deadlines for Governors and the President to act on state legislation. A five-judge Constitution Bench led by Chief Justice B. R. Gavai is examining whether such timelines—one month for Governors to clear re-enacted bills and Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a one-day visit to Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand on September 11, blending diplomacy with disaster management. In the morning, he will host Mauritian Prime Minister Dr. Navinchandra Ramgoolam in Varanasi to strengthen historic civilizational ties and explore cooperation in sectors such as healthcare, education, renewable energy, infrastructure, and Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala Finance Minister K. N. Balagopal has sounded a warning that states may face a “demonetisation-style fallout” if the Centre proceeds with restructuring the Goods and Services Tax (GST) system without ensuring compensation. Minister cautioned that such a move, without adequate safeguards, could place severe financial strain on state economies. Balagopal urged the Union Read More…
Kochi: The Kerala High Court has extended the stay on toll collection at Paliyekkara, stressing that people’s grievances and traffic woes must be addressed before resuming collection. The court directed Thrissur District Collector to verify compliance with earlier directives and submit a report. While the Union Government argued that toll collection cannot be indefinitely delayed Read More…
Kochi: Gold prices in Kerala continue their record-breaking rally, with rates soaring to ₹81,040 per sovereign on Wednesday after a ₹160 jump in a single day. The price per gram now stands at ₹10,130, driven largely by the surge in international gold markets. For perspective, on September 1, gold was priced at ₹77,640 per sovereign, Read More…
Kochi: Popular rapper Vedan, legally known as Hirandas Murali, has been arrested in a rape case following a complaint by a young doctor who accused him of sexually exploiting her under the guise of marriage. The arrest came after two consecutive days of intense interrogation at the Thrikkakara police station. The Kerala High Court had Read More…
Kathmandu: Nepal has been rocked by a massive Gen-Z-led uprising, leaving 22 dead and thousands injured in violent clashes across the country. The unrest spiraled after protesters stormed prisons, enabling nearly 900 inmates to escape. With both the Prime Minister and President stepping down, the Army has taken over national security. Army Chief General Ashok Read More…