The Kerala High Court has demanded a detailed report from the state government regarding the available funds in the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) and how they have been spent, particularly after the devastating landslides in Wayanad. The court’s move comes amid an ongoing dispute over the allocation and timely release of funds by the Read More…
In a move to curb distractions, the Kerala High Court has imposed a ban on the use of social media by its employees during office hours, including lunch breaks. The decision comes after an assessment revealed that activities such as playing online games, browsing social media, watching movies, and engaging in online trading were affecting Read More…
Alappuzha: Five medical students lost their lives in a devastating accident when their car collided with a KSRTC bus near Kayamkulam in Kerala. Two other students sustained critical injuries and are undergoing treatment at a local hospital. The incident occurred on the national highway at Changanassery Junction, where the students’ car, traveling at high speed, Read More…
The Kerala High Court has postponed its ruling on a petition seeking approval to parade 15 elephants during the iconic Poornathrayeesa Temple festival. Temple authorities, who filed the plea, emphasized that the presence of elephants is a vital aspect of the event’s traditional and cultural heritage. However, animal rights advocates have strongly opposed the proposal, Read More…
In the wake of allegations surrounding welfare pension fraud, the Finance Department has expressed hesitancy to initiate a centralized investigation into the matter. The controversy has raised concerns over the distribution and disbursal process of welfare pensions, with claims of irregularities and potential misuse of funds. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan is set to hold a Read More…
Priyanka Gandhi arrived in Wayanad for a two-day visit, marking her first appearance in the constituency after her landslide victory in the by-election. Greeted by enthusiastic supporters, Priyanka expressed her gratitude to the people of Wayanad for their overwhelming trust and pledged to prioritize the region’s development. On the first day, she toured several locations Read More…
The popular Vande Bharat Express train service between Bengaluru and Kochi (Ernakulam), known for its high passenger demand, has not been fully cancelled but is currently suspended due to unresolved scheduling issues. The train, which was operating three times a week, is awaiting final approval from Southern Railways for an extended timetable. Despite high occupancy Read More…
In a decisive win, Congress candidate Rahul Mamkootathil triumphed in the recent Palakkad Assembly by-election, securing the highest ever victory margin in the constituency—over 18,000 votes. Despite expectations of a tough three-way contest, Mamkootathil’s lead was largely unchallenged as BJP’s C. Krishnakumar, who had briefly surged ahead, faltered in the latter part of the vote Read More…
Priyanka Gandhi is on track for a decisive win in the Wayanad Lok Sabha bypolls, with her lead surpassing one lakh votes within the first two hours of counting. The Congress party is optimistic, projecting a final margin of over four lakh votes. From the very beginning of the counting process, Priyanka took a commanding Read More…
The Indian government has approved a significant financial aid of Rs. 153 crore to support relief and rehabilitation efforts in Wayanad, Kerala, following the devastating landslide in July 2024. This funding will primarily go towards debris clearance and covering the costs of Indian Air Force (IAF) operations, which played a crucial role in the rescue Read More…