Kerala is set to enhance its rail connectivity with the introduction of a 20-coach Vande Bharat Express, replacing the current 8-coach service. The new train will operate on the busy Kasaragod to Thiruvananthapuram route, promising quicker and more comfortable travel across the state. This upgrade aligns with the state’s efforts to modernize its railway infrastructure, Read More…
New Delhi: Actor Siddique has secured anticipatory bail from the Supreme Court in a rape case filed by a young actress, marking a significant development in this contentious legal battle. A bench led by Justices Bela M. Trivedi and Satish Chandra Sharma granted bail under strict conditions, including full cooperation with the investigation and surrendering Read More…
The Kerala University of Health Sciences Union 2023-24 Inter-Zone Cultural Festival, ‘Tahreer’, was officially inaugurated by Education Minister Dr. R. Bindu. The event took place at the Thykattusseri Vaidyaratnam Ayurveda College, where students from across the state came together to participate in various cultural activities. The festival saw a warm welcome from University Union Vice Read More…
On November 19, 2024, Wayanad witnessed a joint hartal by the United Democratic Front (UDF) and the Left Democratic Front (LDF) in protest against the central government’s refusal to classify the recent devastating landslides in the Mundakkai-Chooralmala region as a national disaster. Both political fronts have strongly criticized the Union government’s stance, demanding immediate national Read More…
By our special correspondent Thiruvananthapuram: CPI(M) leader and Central Committee member E P jayarajan has described certain portions of his autobiography titled ‘Kattan Chayayum Parippu Vadayum (Black tea and Dal Vadai) came out on the day of byelection as the result of a well-knit conspiracy. Jayarajan has not entrusted with any one to publish his Read More…
The renowned Sabarimala Lord Ayyappa Temple has opened its doors for the Mandala season, which will run until December 26. Devotees can begin their pilgrimage from Pamba starting at 1 PM on Friday. Virtual queue slots for November are fully booked, with some late November availability. For spot bookings, seven counters have been set up Read More…
By our political correspondent Kalpetta: Following an unexpected decline in polling per cent at by-election at the Wayanad Parliamentary Constituency held on Nov 13, a gloom is being prevailed at the UDF camp here . According to preliminary reports, 64.72 per cent voters cast their ballot in the constituency. Poll percentage in 2024 general election Read More…
Sabarimala: Plans are underway for a 2.7-kilometer ropeway system at the famous Sabarimala temple in Kerala, set to offer a safer and faster transit option for millions of pilgrims. This ropeway will span from Pampa to Sannidhanam, the temple’s central area, aiming to streamline pilgrim access, particularly during the peak Mandala-Makaravilakku season. The project, which Read More…
By Our Special Correspondent Thiruvananthapuram: Two fishermen here as a testament to community-led conservation have stepped up to rescue two whale sharks caught in their fishing nets and returned them successfully to the sea, said in a statement issued by the Wildlife Trust of India (WTI) here today. On November 09, a 16-foot-long whale shark Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: In a surprising disciplinary crackdown, Kerala has suspended two of its prominent IAS officers, including the popular N. Prasanth, widely known as ‘Collector Bro,’ alongside K. Gopalakrishnan, a 2013-batch officer. The suspensions were issued in response to alleged misconduct and violations of civil service rules. K. Gopalakrishnan’s suspension followed his creation of a WhatsApp Read More…