Kerala’s captive elephant population has witnessed a sharp decline, with no recorded births in the last two decades. The state now has only 341 bull elephants and 48 cow elephants in captivity, a significant drop compared to the total of 702 elephants in 2010. The dwindling numbers have raised concerns among wildlife enthusiasts and temple Read More…
A Kerala Congress MP’s backing of the Centre’s proposed amendments to the Waqf Act and support for the Munambam protest has created discontent within the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML), a key ally of the United Democratic Front (UDF). This development poses a challenge to the UDF’s delicate political balancing act, particularly in maintaining harmony Read More…
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has strongly refuted allegations of irregularities surrounding the ₹600 crore Palakkad brewery project. He affirmed that the project aligns with the state’s liquor policy, designed to enhance revenue and create substantial job opportunities, including 650 direct and 2,000 indirect roles. Addressing environmental concerns, Vijayan assured that the project would not Read More…
Amid demands from the Opposition for a state takeover, the Kerala government has indicated the possibility of extending the private deal for the Maniyar hydroelectric project. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, addressing the Kerala Assembly, reaffirmed the government’s commitment to supporting captive power generation to promote ease-of-doing business in the state. The Maniyar hydro project, which Read More…
In a session of the Kerala Assembly, State Transport Minister Ahmed Devarkovil made it clear that Kerala cannot accept the Central Government’s proposal to construct the third and fourth rail lines using state funds. The minister was responding to a calling attention motion raised by legislators regarding the state’s railway development projects. Minister V. Abdurahiman Read More…
On January 21, 2025, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan launched the Kerala Warnings, Crisis, and Hazard Management System (KaWaCHaM), a cutting-edge disaster warning initiative aimed at strengthening the state’s readiness for extreme weather events. The system integrates a range of modern technologies and strategies to enhance public safety and improve response times during emergencies. Key Read More…
Kerala has made its debut at the prestigious World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland, with Industries Minister P. Rajeeve leading a high-powered delegation. The trip, which began on January 20, 2025, aims to showcase Kerala’s industrial strengths and attract international investors. The delegation is focusing on key sectors including information technology, manufacturing, shipping, logistics, Read More…
Government employees and teachers across Kerala will stage a one-day strike to demand the rollback of the contributory pension scheme, seeking the reinstatement of the old pension system. The protest also calls for the initiation of the 12th Pay Revision Commission and the inclusion of the Medical Insurance Scheme for State Employees and Pensioners (Medisep) Read More…
The Supreme Court of India has called upon the states of Kerala and Tamil Nadu to present their views on which committee would be the most effective in overseeing the safety and management of the Mullaperiyar Dam. This comes amid ongoing concerns about the dam’s structural integrity and the safety of the millions of people Read More…
In a notable shift in Kerala’s social landscape, migrant workers who come to the state for employment are increasingly emerging as sought-after bridegrooms, bringing newfound hope and stability to women, particularly those from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. Kerala’s reliance on migrant labor from states like Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, and Assam has expanded beyond the Read More…