New Delhi: Train journeys across India have become more expensive from today, as the Indian Railways’ revised passenger fare structure officially comes into effect. The increase applies to both non-AC and AC coaches in Mail and Express trains, with fares raised by 2 paise per kilometre. For non-AC passengers, this translates into an additional ₹10 Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Elections to choose heads and deputy heads of local self-government institutions across Kerala are being held today. In municipal corporations, the mayoral elections will take place at 10 a.m., followed by the deputy mayor elections at 2.30 p.m. The mayoral posts in Kannur, Thrissur and Kochi corporations are reserved for women. Elections for chairpersons Read More…
The Kerala BJP has raised serious allegations over the reported loss of gold at the Sabarimala Lord Ayyappa temple, calling it an act of sacrilege and demanding a CBI investigation into the incident. State BJP leaders alleged that the disappearance of gold ornaments and offerings linked to the temple amounts to a grave violation of Read More…
India is preparing to release its first-ever comprehensive national anti-terror policy, aimed at addressing emerging and evolving threats to internal security. Senior government sources said the policy is in its final stages and is expected to be unveiled soon. The proposed framework places strong emphasis on digital radicalisation, acknowledging the growing role of online platforms, Read More…
Finding a clean and safe toilet while travelling in Kerala has now become easier with the launch of the ‘Kloo’ mobile application, developed under the leadership of the State Suchitwa Mission. The app was inaugurated by Local Self-Government Minister M.B. Rajesh at the Mascot Hotel here. The minister said the app is a major initiative Read More…
India’s aviation sector is set for a fresh wave of competition with the entry of three new airlines, including Kerala-based Alhind Air, as the Centre moves to broaden passenger choice and curb market dominance. The Ministry of Civil Aviation has granted No Objection Certificates (NOCs) to Alhind Air and Fly Express, while Uttar Pradesh–based Shankh Read More…
Biryani has continued to dominate India’s food preferences, retaining the top position among restaurant orders across the country. According to Swiggy’s 2025 order data, biryani emerged once again as the most ordered food item on the platform. As per Swiggy’s annual report titled “How India Swiggy’d” (10th edition), a staggering 9.3 crore biryani orders were Read More…
The Kerala High Court marked a major milestone in judicial efficiency in 2025 by disposing of more than 1.09 lakh cases, significantly easing the burden of pending litigation and reinforcing public confidence in the justice delivery system. Official figures show that the court maintained a strong disposal rate across both civil and criminal cases, despite Read More…
Kerala’s electoral landscape has witnessed a major churn following the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, with over 24 lakh voters excluded from the updated list. Official figures reveal that 24,80,503 voters have been placed in the Absent, Shifted, Dead (ASD) category after the door-to-door verification process. Among them, a significant 6.45 lakh voters Read More…
Gold prices in the state continue to surge, breaking records after crossing the ₹1 lakh mark per sovereign. On Wednesday, the price of gold increased by ₹280 per sovereign, taking the rate to ₹1,01,880. The price per gram rose by ₹35 to ₹12,735. Gold crossed ₹1 lakh for the first time on Tuesday. With the Read More…