Kerala’s rail network is poised for a major transformation after approval was granted to conduct surveys for seven high-speed rail corridor projects capable of supporting speeds up to 160 km per hour. Covering a total stretch of 849 kilometers, the proposed corridors could significantly enhance connectivity and reduce travel time across the state. Once the Read More…
Pathanamthitta: In a story that has moved an entire state, young Alin Sherin Abraham has become a symbol of hope and humanity. Even in death, she gave the gift of life to several children through organ donation. The brave little girl will be laid to rest on Sunday at Nedungadappally St. Thomas Church. Alin had Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala has witnessed the closure of 1,306 clinics and 444 small hospitals over the past five years, even as the overall number of private hospitals in the state has significantly increased. According to data released by the Indian Medical Association (IMA), the total number of private hospitals rose from 3,677 in 2021 to 5,402 Read More…
The Ministry of Railways has approved surveys for preparing Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) for seven proposed high-speed rail corridors across the state. The proposed corridors are designed with the potential to support train speeds of up to 160 kmph, marking a major step toward modernising Kerala’s rail network. Officials said the DPR surveys will assess Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: With temperatures soaring across Kerala, the State Disaster Management Authority has sounded a statewide alert, cautioning the public against the growing threat of sunstroke, dehydration, and fire hazards. Officials warned that the intensifying heat wave could trigger serious health complications and increase the risk of forest fires and urban blazes if preventive steps are Read More…
Kochi: In a significant development for jewellery buyers and investors, gold prices in Kerala have recorded a sharp decline for the second consecutive day. The price of gold fell by ₹1,920 per sovereign, bringing the new rate down to ₹1,14,240. The price per gram also dropped by ₹240, with gold now trading at ₹14,280 per Read More…
The Special Investigation Team (SIT) has stepped up its scientific examination at the sanctum sanctorum of the revered Sabarimala Sree Dharma Sastha Temple. The move aims to secure clearer forensic evidence regarding the alleged gold theft. Led by SP S. Sashidharan, the SIT began collecting fresh samples on Thursday evening after the temple doors opened Read More…
The Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday asserted that the people of Kerala are “fed up” with both the ruling Left Democratic Front (LDF) and the opposition United Democratic Front (UDF),and are now looking toward the Bharatiya Janata Party-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) with renewed hope. The Prime Minister made the remarks after hosting newly Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: In a significant policy reversal, the Kerala government has suspended its controversial order restricting firearms licence holders from participating in wild boar culling operations. The earlier directive had barred individuals holding arms licences for sports or institutional purposes from engaging in culling, limiting the task to those licensed for crop protection or self-defence. The Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala continues to reel under intense heat, with Kannur recording the highest temperature in the past 24 hours at a sweltering 37°C, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Daytime temperatures climbed to 35°C in Ernakulam, Kottayam, and Kozhikode, while Thiruvananthapuram recorded the lowest daytime temperature at 31°C. The lowest night temperature of 20°C Read More…