New Delhi: The Election Commission of India has extended the deadline for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral roll in five states and one Union Territory. The revision period has now been extended until December 14 in Tamil Nadu and Gujarat, and until December 18 in Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and the Andaman & Read More…
After an intense and closely fought electoral battle, all eyes are now on the results. The counting of votes for the two-phase local body elections will be held on Saturday across 244 designated counting centres in the state. Most results are expected to be known before noon, with a clear picture likely to emerge by Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: The 30th edition of the International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK) lifts its curtain today, bringing eight vibrant days of world cinema to the state capital. A magnificent lineup of 206 films from 82 countries, screened across 16 theatres, promises an exceptional cinematic journey for audiences. The films are categorized into 26 sections, showcasing Read More…
Kozhikode: Northern Kerala turned out in full strength as the second phase of the local body elections concluded with an impressive 75.38% voter turnout, reflecting strong public engagement and high political enthusiasm. Voting began at 7 a.m. and continued steadily until closing time at 6 p.m., marking a peaceful and energetic polling day across the Read More…
New Delhi: Offering significant relief after a massive flight disruption, IndiGo has rolled out ₹10,000 travel vouchers for all passengers affected by cancellations on December 3, 4, and 5. These vouchers can be redeemed on any IndiGo flight within the next 12 months, giving stranded travellers a flexible way to rebook their journeys. The airline’s Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Christmas has come early for school students in Kerala, with the state government announcing an extended 11-day holiday this year. The festive break, typically lasting 10 days, has been stretched after Christmas exam dates were shifted to accommodate the local body elections. The Christmas examinations, which began on December 15, will wrap up on Read More…
Kerala witnessed a vibrant second phase of the local body elections on Tuesday, with polling crossing 50% across all seven districts by 1 PM, driven by heavy voter participation in North Kerala. Long queues formed at several booths as Thrissur recorded 50.02%, Malappuram 53.41%, Palakkad 52.14%, Kozhikode 51.96%, Wayanad 51.16%, Kannur 50.13% and Kasaragod 50.19%. Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: The newly elected members of Kerala’s local self-governing bodies will take oath of office on Sunday, December 21, officially marking the formation of new councils across the state. The state government has issued a notification confirming the schedule, coming into effect as the term of the current councils expires on December 20. Traditionally, meetings Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Activist Rahul Easwar will remain behind bars after a court on Tuesday declined to consider his bail plea, sending him back to jail as his custody period ended. Easwar, accused of insulting and defaming a survivor on social media after she filed a complaint against MLA Rahul Mankootathil, has now entered his 12th day Read More…
New Delhi: The Supreme Court has decided to directly appoint the Vice Chancellors of the state’s Digital University and Technical University. The move comes after repeated attempts to mediate between the Governor and Chief Minister failed to break the deadlock. A special committee led by Justice Sudhanshu Dhulia has been directed to recommend one candidate Read More…