New Delhi: The Central Government has approved ₹4,654.60 crore for disaster relief and reconstruction across nine states, with Kerala’s Wayanad receiving ₹206.56 crore for rebuilding the Mundakkai–Chooralmala region devastated by landslides. The decision was cleared by a high-level committee chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Additionally, ₹2,444.42 crore has been allocated for urban flood Read More…
Kerala University Vice Chancellor Dr. Mohan Kunnummal has directed colleges not to grant admission to students facing criminal cases. According to the new circular, every applicant must file an affidavit affirming they have no involvement in criminal cases or misconduct. The affidavit asks four key questions—whether the student has been debarred from any college, is Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: A fresh low-pressure system has developed over the Bay of Bengal and is expected to intensify into a deep depression by Friday, heading towards the Andhra–Odisha coast, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). While Kerala faces no immediate threat, the state may experience isolated spells of rain. The IMD has cautioned that the Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: In a game-changing move for Kerala’s film industry, the state government has taken a major step toward introducing a unified e-ticketing system across all theaters. A memorandum of understanding (MoU) for software development was signed between the Kerala State Film Development Corporation (KSFDC) and the Digital University of Kerala, in the presence of Cultural Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram, September 30, 2025: In a landmark decision, the Kerala High Court has directed a detailed inventory of all valuables at Sabarimala temple, following a suo motu proceeding triggered by a report from the Chief Security and Vigilance Officer highlighting discrepancies in the gold-plated copper coverings of the Dwarapalaka idols. The court has appointed retired Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Consumers in Kerala will face yet another hike in electricity bills this October, as a 10-paise per unit fuel surcharge is set to be added. The additional charge applies to both monthly and bi-monthly bills, further burdening households. The Kerala State Electricity Regulatory Commission explained that the surcharge is aimed at recovering ₹27.42 crore, Read More…
Kochi: Gold prices in Kerala are on an unprecedented surge, climbing by a staggering ₹2,080 in just two days and inching closer to the ₹87,000 milestone. On Tuesday alone, the price shot up by ₹1,040 per sovereign (8 grams), setting a new all-time high of ₹86,760 per sovereign. The per-gram rate now stands at ₹10,845, Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted isolated light showers in parts of Kerala today, with no major rain alerts issued. Pathanamthitta, Idukki, Ernakulam, Malappuram, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur, and Kasaragod districts may see brief spells of rain. However, the bigger concern lies over the seas and coastal belts. Strong winds and rough weather are Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala’s southwest monsoon is on its last lap and could weaken noticeably after Navaratri, paving the way for the northeast monsoon (Thulavarsham), according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The seasonal retreat has already begun in parts of northwestern India like Rajasthan. Adding to the weather activity, a strong low-pressure system over Gujarat and Read More…
The Kerala government has announced a comprehensive set of school safety protocols, inspired by the heartbreaking 2019 Wayanad incident where a schoolgirl lost her life after a snakebite inside her classroom. The new measures, framed under the direction of the Kerala High Court, call for close coordination between the education, health, forest, and local self-government Read More…