The annual trawling ban along the Kerala coast came into effect on Wednesday, imposing restrictions on mechanised fishing operations for the next 52 days. Under the ban, fishing activities are prohibited within 12 nautical miles from the shore until July 31. The measure is aimed at protecting marine resources and allowing fish stocks to breed Read More…
Gold prices in Kerala witnessed a significant decline on today, with the rate of 916 hallmark gold falling by ₹395 per gram. According to the latest market rates, 916 gold is priced at ₹13,645 per gram, while the rate for eight grams stands at ₹1,09,160. The price of 18-carat gold has also eased, reaching ₹11,270 Read More…
Chennai: Renowned Tamil filmmaker P. Bharathiraja passed away on Wednesday following age-related ailments. His health had reportedly deteriorated over the past few days, and he had been emotionally affected by the recent death of his son, Manoj. Fondly known as “Iyakkunar Imayam” (The Pinnacle of Directors), Bharathiraja is widely regarded as one of the most Read More…
Kochi: R. Murugan Selvan, popularly known as Karate Murugan, has been unanimously elected as the new National Chairman of the Sabarimala Ayyappa Seva Samajam (SASS). The decision was taken at a special meeting of the organisation’s National Executive held on June 7. A renowned sportsperson, author, and entrepreneur based in Mumbai, Murugan Selvan succeeds former Read More…
Thrissur: The district-level inauguration of the nationwide “Khet Bachao Abhiyan” campaign and the District Extension Advisory Seminar (DAESI-2026) was held in Thrissur under the aegis of the Union Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare. The month-long campaign is being conducted across the country from June 1 to 30, 2026. The programme, held at the Sree Read More…
As part of a nationwide outreach programme marking 12 years of the Narendra Modi-led government, Union Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas and Tourism, Suresh Gopi, conducted house visits in the Thrissur Lok Sabha constituency. During the programme, the minister visited the residence of former Thrissur Mayor Radhakrishnan and held discussions on various Read More…
The Centre has reduced the number of subsidised domestic LPG cylinders available to households from nine to four per year, according to reports. The move comes shortly after the price of a 14.2-kg cooking gas cylinder was increased by ₹29.The central government currently provides a subsidy of ₹300 per cylinder to eligible consumers. Defending the Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the Defence Investiture Ceremony 2026 (Phase-I) on Monday, where Gallantry Awards were conferred on armed forces personnel for their exceptional bravery and service to the nation. During the ceremony, the Prime Minister honoured the award recipients and praised their courage, dedication and commitment to safeguarding the country. In a post Read More…
The southwest monsoon has intensified across Kerala, with heavy rainfall continuing in several parts of the state. A Red Alert remains in force in Kozhikode, Kannur, and Kasaragod districts due to the likelihood of extremely heavy rainfall. As a precautionary measure, district authorities have declared a holiday for educational institutions in Kasaragod, Kozhikode, and Kannur. Read More…
President Droupadi Murmu on Monday conferred seven Kirti Chakras, including two posthumously, on personnel of the armed forces for displaying exceptional courage, outstanding bravery and complete disregard for personal safety in the line of duty. Among the awardees was Air Commodore Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair, an Indian Air Force pilot and Gaganyatri, who received the Kirti Read More…