India and Australia on Monday reaffirmed their commitment to ensuring freedom of navigation, overflight and unimpeded maritime trade amid global supply chain disruptions and growing strategic challenges in the Indo-Pacific region. The issues were discussed during talks between Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Richard Marles in New Delhi. Read More…
Economy
Gold Prices Rise in Kerala
Gold prices in Kerala continued their upward trend on Monday, with the price of one sovereign (8 grams) of 22-carat gold crossing ₹1.14 lakh. According to the latest market rates released on June 1, the price of 22-carat gold (916 purity) stands at ₹14,320 per gram, taking the price of a sovereign to ₹1,14,560. The Read More…
Commercial LPG Prices Raised by Rs 42; Domestic Cooking Gas Rates Unchanged
Oil marketing companies have increased the price of commercial LPG cylinders by Rs 42 with effect from June 1, while rates for domestic cooking gas cylinders remain unchanged. Following the revision, the price of a 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder, commonly used by hotels, restaurants and other commercial establishments, has risen to Rs 3,113.50 in Delhi Read More…
Govt Cuts Windfall Tax on Petrol, Diesel and ATF Exports
The Centre has reduced the windfall gains tax on exports of petrol, diesel and aviation turbine fuel (ATF), with the revised rates coming into effect from June 1. According to a notification issued by the Finance Ministry, the tax on petrol exports has been halved to ₹1.50 per litre. The levy on diesel exports has Read More…
Gold Prices Fall in Kerala; Sovereign Drops by ₹440
Gold prices in Kerala declined on today, with the rate falling by ₹55 per gram amid fluctuations in the bullion market. The price of 22-carat gold dropped to ₹14,395 per gram, while the price of a sovereign (8 grams) fell by ₹440 to ₹1,15,160. Meanwhile, 18-carat gold is priced at ₹11,895 per gram and ₹95,160 Read More…
Gold Prices Rebound in Kerala; Rate Rises by ₹145 per Gram
Gold prices in Kerala witnessed a sharp increase on Friday, with the rate rising by ₹145 per gram, according to the latest market update. The price of one gram of 22-carat gold has increased to ₹14,450, while the rate for eight grams (one sovereign) has climbed to ₹1,15,600. Meanwhile, 18-carat gold is priced at ₹11,940 Read More…
Gold Prices Fall Sharply in Kerala; Rate Drops by ₹70 per Gram
Gold prices declined sharply in Kerala on Thursday, with the rate falling by ₹70 per gram, according to the latest market update. The price of one gram of 22-carat gold is now ₹14,305, while the rate for eight grams (one sovereign) has dropped to ₹1,14,440. Meanwhile, 18-carat gold is priced at ₹11,815 per gram and Read More…
Narendra Modi, Australian Foreign Minister Discuss Strengthening Strategic Partnership
Narendra Modi on Tuesday met Penny Wong and held discussions on further strengthening the India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. During the meeting, the two leaders discussed cooperation in key sectors including defence, trade, technology and supply chain resilience. They also reviewed the growing bilateral ties between India and Australia. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to working Read More…
Gold Prices Fall Again in Kerala
Gold prices declined again in Kerala on Sunday, bringing slight relief to buyers in the jewellery market. According to the latest rates, the price of 22-carat gold stood at ₹14,580 per gram, while the price of eight grams (one sovereign) dropped to ₹1,16,640. The rate of 18-carat gold was recorded at ₹12,045 per gram and Read More…
Petrol, Diesel Prices Increased Again; Third Hike in Less Than 10 Days
Petrol and diesel prices were increased by up to 91 paise per litre on Saturday, marking the third fuel price hike in less than 10 days amid rising global energy costs linked to tensions in West Asia. According to the latest revision by state-owned oil marketing companies, petrol prices in Delhi rose by 87 paise Read More…




