Thiruvananthapuram: In a major relief for households ahead of Onam, the Kerala government has announced that through Supplyco’s market intervention, every ration card holder—BPL or APL—will be eligible to buy 20 kg of rice at just ₹25, along with subsidized essentials through mobile Maveli stores. From August 26 to September 4, free Onam kits containing Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: In a big boost to Kerala’s digital revolution, the state-owned Kerala Fibre Optic Network (KFON) is set to bundle 29 OTT platforms — including JioCinema, Disney+ Hotstar, Amazon Prime Lite, SonyLIV — along with 350 digital TV channels as part of its internet service. The much-awaited launch will be held on February 21 at Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Heavy downpours continue to lash Kerala, prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue an orange alert for Wayanad, Kannur, and Kasaragod, and a yellow alert for Idukki, Ernakulam, Thrissur, Palakkad, Malappuram, and Kozhikode. With rainfall expected to touch up to 204 mm in some areas and winds likely to reach 40–50 kmph due Read More…
Kochi: Rapper Vedan, whose real name is Hirandas Murali, is facing mounting allegations of sexual assault, with the complainant in the ongoing rape case describing him as a “habitual offender” before the Kerala High Court. During the hearing of his anticipatory bail plea, the complainant revealed that apart from the present case, Vedan is facing Read More…
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Monday issued sharp criticism against the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) and concessionaire Guruvayur Constructions, questioning the rationale behind collecting toll fees despite the poor condition of the Paliyekkara Toll Plaza stretch in Kerala. Hearing appeals against a Kerala High Court order halting toll collection for four weeks, Read More…
Kochi: Kerala’s famed coir industry is staring at a crisis after the United States slapped a massive 50% tariff on Indian coir products, crippling one of the state’s most iconic export sectors. The Federation of Indian Coir Exporters Associations (FICEA) has written to Industries and Coir Minister P. Rajeeve, seeking immediate government intervention. Exporters warn Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Northern Kerala continues to experience heavy rainfall, prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue an Orange Alert for Kasaragod and Kannur districts today. A Yellow Alert has also been declared in Malappuram, Kozhikode, and Wayanad. Rain warnings remain confined to these five districts. In view of the continuous downpour over the last two Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala will continue to experience widespread rainfall until Monday, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) warning of isolated heavy downpours and urging the public to remain alert. A yellow alert has been sounded in Ernakulam, Thrissur, Kozhikode, Kannur, and Kasaragod for Saturday. On Sunday, alerts will cover Malappuram, Kozhikode, Kannur, and Kasaragod, while Kozhikode, Read More…
Thrissur: Commuters on the Thrissur–Ernakulam National Highway faced hours of misery as a massive traffic jam stretched for nearly 5 kilometers. The congestion, which started around 11 p.m. last night, spilled over into the morning rush, with vehicles crawling from Muringoor to Potta. The worst choke point was reported at Muringoor, leaving motorists stranded. Passengers Read More…
The Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA) has, for the first time in its history, elected women to its top leadership roles. Celebrated actress Shwetha Menon has taken charge as President, while Cuckoo Parameswaran has been chosen as General Secretary. Actor Unni Shivapal will serve as Treasurer. The closely watched election saw Shwetha triumph over Read More…