Prime Minister Narendra Modi today unveiled a towering 77-foot bronze statue of Lord Ram at the historic Shree Samsthan Gokarn Partagali Jeevottam Mutt in South Goa — a landmark moment that marks the installation of the world’s tallest statue of Lord Ram. The grand ceremony drew thousands of devotees and marked the beginning of a Read More…
Author: Sruthi Journalist
Gold Prices Rise Again in Kerala; Sovereign Crosses ₹94,000
Kochi: Gold prices in the state have increased once again, with the rate of one sovereign rising by ₹520. The price of one sovereign (8 grams) today stands at ₹94,200, while the price per gram has risen by ₹65, reaching ₹11,775. This is the first time in two weeks that the price of gold has Read More…
Kerala Declares Statewide Dry Days Ahead of Local Body Elections
Ahead of the upcoming local body polls, Kerala has announced a series of statewide dry days to ensure peaceful and fair elections. The State Election Commission (SEC) has imposed strict restrictions on the sale, distribution, and consumption of alcohol during the polling and counting phases. As per the schedule, the first phase of polling on Read More…
HIV/AIDS Cases Rising Among Youth in Kerala as Migration and New Risk Behaviours Fuel Spike
Kerala is facing a concerning surge in HIV/AIDS cases among young people, with health officials warning of shifting risk patterns and rising vulnerabilities. Over the past year, the state reported 1,213 new HIV infections, pushing the total number of people living with HIV to more than 23,600. What has alarmed authorities most is the rapid Read More…
Kerala CM Urges MPs to Secure President’s Approval for Wildlife Amendment Bill
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has called on all MPs from the state to join forces and push for the President’s approval of the Wildlife Protection (Kerala Amendment) Bill, 2025, a legislation the government considers crucial for addressing the state’s growing human–wildlife conflict. During a virtual meeting, the Chief Minister stressed that obtaining presidential assent Read More…
Kerala MVD to Cancel Driving Licences of Zebra-Crossing Violators in Major Road-Safety Crackdown
The Kerala Motor Vehicles Department (MVD) has announced that driving licences of motorists who violate zebra-crossing rules will now be cancelled. The decision comes after an alarming surge in pedestrian fatalities this year, prompting authorities to enforce stricter road-safety measures. According to the new directive, drivers must stop at least three metres before a zebra Read More…
FIR Filed Against Kerala MLA Rahul Mamkootathil Over Alleged Sexual Exploitation and Coerced Abortion
A major political storm has erupted in Kerala after police registered a serious case against Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil, following a woman’s complaint accusing him of rape, sexual exploitation, threats, and forcing her to undergo an abortion. The FIR names multiple grave offences, including rape on the pretext of marriage, obtaining consent through deception, criminal Read More…
PM Modi’s Karnataka–Goa Tour: Grand Spiritual Celebrations & 77-Ft Lord Ram Statue Unveiling Today
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a major spiritual and cultural tour of Karnataka and Goa today, November 28, 2025. The visit will witness the inauguration of landmark religious projects and participation in historic celebrations that highlight India’s timeless spiritual heritage. In the late morning, PM Modi will reach the iconic Sri Krishna Matha Read More…
Cyclone Ditwah Nears Coast: Kerala Braces for Rain, Rough Sea & High Waves
Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala is set to experience continued isolated rainfall as Cyclone Ditwah strengthens over the Bay of Bengal. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a Yellow Alert for Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, and Idukki districts, warning of isolated heavy rain ranging between 64.5 mm and 115.5 mm within 24 hours. Cyclone Ditwah Intensifies Near Sri Read More…
Centre Greenlights Kerala’s Move to Reimpose Tax on Tourist-Permit Vehicles
The Central Government has granted Kerala permission to reinstate the state tax on All India Tourist Permit (AITP) vehicles entering Kerala. The approval restores the Motor Vehicles Department’s authority to collect a quarterly tax ranging from ₹35,000 to ₹41,000, depending on the vehicle’s seating capacity. With the Centre’s nod, the tax-collection module will once again Read More…










