India has scored another major trade victory by concluding a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with New Zealand, marking its third major free-trade deal this year and reinforcing its push to deepen global economic engagement. The India–New Zealand FTA, finalised after months of negotiations, is expected to eliminate or significantly reduce tariffs on nearly 95 percent Read More…
Kochi: Gold prices in Kerala witnessed a sharp spike on Monday, surging by ₹800 in a single day and crossing the ₹99,000 mark per sovereign, reigniting market speculation over an imminent breach of the ₹1 lakh level. With the latest hike, the price of one sovereign (8 grams) rose to ₹99,200, edging closer to the Read More…
Kochi: Kerala is witnessing a remarkable digital payments boom, with Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions surging to new heights. According to data from the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), the state recorded a staggering 444.9 million UPI transactions in November alone, underlining the rapid shift towards cashless payments. The state is registering an impressive Read More…
Kottekkad: Medical assistance will be provided to differently-abled children as part of the Pathamudaya Mahotsavam of Kottekkad Sree Ayyappa Swamy Temple (Mammuṇṇi Thandan’s Kalari). The programme is being organised in collaboration with the SM (Shakthan Mammuṇṇi) Trust. The event will be held on December 23, 2025, at 7.30 pm at the temple premises. During the Read More…
The Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) has been formally replaced after President Droupadi Murmu gave her assent to the VBG RAM G Bill — Viksit Bharat–Guarantee for Employment and Livelihood Mission (Rural). With approval from the President, the bill passed by both Houses of Parliament has now become law. The move has Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: In a major step towards strengthening women’s welfare and social security, the Kerala government has opened applications for its flagship ‘Sthree Suraksha’ (Women’s Safety) Scheme from today (Monday). Under the scheme, eligible women will receive a monthly financial assistance of ₹1,000, aimed at providing basic income support to those not covered under any other Read More…
Kochi: In a major setback for the police, forensic tests have failed to prove that Malayalam actor Shine Tom Chacko had consumed narcotic substances in the much-discussed drug case that stirred widespread controversy across Kerala. The forensic report, released recently, states that there is no scientific evidence to establish drug use by the actor. The Read More…
Kochi: Kochi witnessed an outpouring of grief as the city bid a solemn farewell to legendary Malayalam actor, writer and filmmaker Sreenivasan. His mortal remains were kept for public homage at the Ernakulam Town Hall, where thousands of admirers, along with leaders from the film and political spheres, gathered to pay their last respects. After Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: The Christmas–New Year markets organised by Supplyco will begin across Kerala from Monday and continue till December 31, offering consumers attractive discounts and festive deals. Special offers will be available on over 280 products, with price reductions ranging from 5% to 50% on branded essential commodities. As part of the festive bonanza, 20 kg Read More…
Guwahati: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday inaugurated the new Integrated Terminal 2 Building at Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, marking a major milestone in India’s aviation infrastructure. Built at a cost of ₹4,000 crore, the state-of-the-art terminal is designed to handle 13.1 million passengers annually, significantly enhancing air travel capacity in the Northeast. Addressing Read More…