Thiruvananthapuram: In a major relief for vehicle owners, the Kerala government has brought into effect a sharp reduction in vehicle fitness test fees, slashing charges by up to 50 per cent across multiple categories. Transport Minister K B Ganesh Kumar said the decision was taken using the state government’s discretionary powers. The revised fee structure Read More…
Bengaluru: In a major relief for ride-hailing platforms and two-wheeler owners, the Karnataka High Court has lifted the ban imposed by the Siddaramaiah-led government on bike taxi services in the state. The ruling paves the way for the return of bike taxis operated by aggregators such as Ola, Uber, and Rapido. A Division Bench comprising Read More…
Thodupuzha: Munnar has slipped back into biting cold after a brief lull, with temperatures plunging sharply in the high ranges. Chenduvara recorded a chilling low of just 1 degree Celsius in the early hours of Thursday, signalling the return of severe winter conditions. The cold spell was also felt across nearby regions such as Silent Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Declaring that the vision of a Developed India can be achieved only through a Developed Kerala, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said the state’s development journey is entering a new phase. Addressing a large gathering in Thiruvananthapuram, the Prime Minister assured Kerala of the Centre’s full support and announced plans to transform the Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: In a move set to make long-distance bus journeys more comfortable and convenient, the Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) will soon offer hot meals from popular food chain Chicking onboard its long-route services. Transport Minister K B Ganesh Kumar announced that passengers will be able to order food directly from their seats and Read More…
Chennai: In a significant boost to actor Vijay’s political foray, the Election Commission of India has officially allotted the ‘Whistle’ symbol to his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), as it prepares to contest its first-ever Tamil Nadu Assembly election. Welcoming the decision, TVK leaders described the symbol allotment as a major milestone and a strong Read More…
Kochi: Gold prices in Kerala continue their record-breaking rally, surging sharply today and crossing the ₹1.17 lakh mark per sovereign for the first time. With an increase of ₹3,960 in a single day, the price of one sovereign (8 grams) has risen to ₹1,17,120. On a per-gram basis, gold gained ₹495, taking the price of Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Thiruvananthapuram on Saturday, receiving a warm welcome from Governor Rajendra Arlekar and Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan at the airport. Following his arrival, the Prime Minister held a roadshow from the Thampanoor Overbridge to Putharikandam Maidan, drawing massive crowds of BJP workers and supporters from across the city. Tight Read More…
Kochi: In a major boost to Kerala’s rail infrastructure, the Union government has granted approval for a high-speed rail corridor in the state as an alternative to the controversial SilverLine project. The Railway Ministry has entrusted the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) with the task of preparing the Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the ambitious Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off three Amrit Bharat Express trains and a new passenger service for Kerala today, during his visit to the state capital, raising expectations of major infrastructure announcements — including a possible high-speed rail corridor. The Prime Minister will inaugurate the Thiruvananthapuram Central–Tambaram, Nagercoil Junction–Mangaluru Junction, and Thiruvananthapuram–Hyderabad Amrit Read More…