The deadly Cyclone Ditwah continues its destructive path across South Asia, with Sri Lanka witnessing one of its worst natural disasters in over a decade. The death toll has surged to 153, while hundreds remain missing and tens of thousands have been forced from their homes. Massive floods and landslides have ravaged several districts, sweeping Read More…
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed a ₹91 lakh penalty on HDFC Bank after uncovering serious lapses in compliance, including violations of KYC norms and key provisions of the Banking Regulation Act. According to an official RBI statement, the bank failed to meet essential standards for outsourcing financial services, particularly in areas involving Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan is set to embark on a three-day official visit to Dubai this Sunday, marking the grand finale of his multi-nation Gulf tour. Arriving in Dubai on Sunday morning, the Chief Minister will engage in a series of high-level interactions, including meetings with the Indian Consul General, key business leaders, Read More…
Kochi: Gold prices in Kerala have surged once more, crossing the ₹95,000 mark per sovereign. With a sudden increase of ₹1,000 per sovereign today, gold has reached its highest rate this month. The price of one sovereign now stands at ₹95,200, while the rate per gram has risen by ₹125, bringing it to ₹11,900 per Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: The legal battle surrounding MLA Rahul Mamkootathil, accused in a rape case, is set to escalate as the Thiruvananthapuram Sessions Court will hear his anticipatory bail plea on Wednesday. The petition, filed on Monday, has created suspense over whether investigators will proceed with his arrest before the court reaches a decision. In his plea, Read More…
The Kerala State Election Commission (SEC) has instructed all private companies and commercial establishments to grant paid leave to employees on the upcoming local-body election days. Elections are scheduled to be held on December 9 and 11, and the SEC has made it clear that factory workers, plantation employees, and staff in industrial and commercial Read More…
Southern Railway is introducing bed sheets and pillows for non-AC sleeper class travelers—a facility that was previously exclusive to AC coaches. Starting January 1, passengers on select express trains will be able to request bedrolls for a small additional fee. The initiative aims to make long journeys more comfortable, particularly during chilly winter nights and Read More…
The Supreme Court on Friday made it clear that the Kerala Governor cannot indefinitely sit on the report recommending names for Vice-Chancellor (V-C) appointments in state universities. The court emphasized that the Governor, who serves as the Chancellor of state universities, must act on the recommendations and cannot treat the report as an “ordinary piece Read More…
The influence of Cyclone Ditwah has intensified weather conditions across Kerala, prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to predict heavy rainfall in several parts of the state today. As a precautionary measure, a Yellow Alert has been issued for Pathanamthitta, Idukki, Palakkad, Malappuram, and Wayanad districts, where isolated heavy showers are expected. Cyclone Ditwah, currently Read More…
Nepal has sparked a fresh diplomatic row with India after releasing a redesigned ₹100 currency note that features a national map including Kalapani, Lipulekh, and Limpiyadhura — territories that India firmly maintains are part of its sovereign land. The new banknote, issued by Nepal Rastra Bank and dated 2081 BS (2024), depicts Mount Everest along Read More…