Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan on Friday expressed concern over declining reading habits among youth and called for reviving the culture of reading and learning in society. He was speaking after releasing the book The Library Man of India: The Story of P.N. Panicker, authored by P. P. Sathyan, at Uprashtrapati Bhavan. Paying tribute to Read More…
Gold prices declined in Kerala on Friday, bringing slight relief to buyers. The price of one gram of 916 hallmark gold dropped by ₹40 and is now priced at ₹14,620, while the rate for eight grams (one sovereign) stands at ₹1,16,960. The price of 18-carat gold also witnessed a fall, with one gram priced at Read More…
As part of the countdown to the International Day of Yoga 2026, a special programme on “Yoga for Menopause – A Holistic Wellness Module” was organised in Kottayam by Young Women’s Christian Association Kalathipady in association with the Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga under the Ministry of Ayush. The programme focused on the role Read More…
A court in Thrissur has sentenced a 50-year-old man to life imprisonment for murdering his elderly parents after accusing them of being responsible for his wife leaving him. The convict, Pradeep, a native of Ezhukampani in Avinissery Village, was also fined ₹1 lakh by the Thrissur Second Additional Sessions Court. The judgment was delivered by Read More…
Gold prices increased in Kerala on Thursday, with the rate of 22-carat gold rising by ₹45 per gram, according to the latest market updates. The price of one gram of 916 purity gold reached ₹14,660, while the rate for eight grams stood at ₹1,17,280. Meanwhile, 18-carat gold was priced at ₹12,110 per gram and ₹96,880 Read More…
By M. A. Sudheer Babu, Pattambi Honey bees are among the most socially organised insects on Earth and play a vital role in maintaining ecological balance. They are among the most efficient pollinators of agricultural crops and wild plant species. Recognising their importance in ensuring global food security, biodiversity, and environmental sustainability, the United Nations Read More…
The portfolio allocation in the cabinet headed by Chief Minister V. D. Satheesan has been finalised for the 16th Kerala Legislative Assembly. Satheesan will handle key departments including General Administration, Finance, Law and Ports. Senior leader Ramesh Chennithala has been given the Home and Vigilance portfolios. The distribution of other major departments is as follows: Read More…
Milma has announced a hike of ₹4 per litre in milk prices across Kerala. With the revision, the price of milk will increase to ₹56 per litre from June 1. The decision was taken after discussions by Milma’s Board of Directors. Sources said the federation had decided during a meeting held in April to implement Read More…
Veteran MLA G. Sudhakaran was on Wednesday sworn in as the pro tem Speaker of the 16th Kerala Legislative Assembly during a brief ceremony held at Lok Bhavan. Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar administered the oath in the presence of Chief Minister V. D. Satheesan and members of the state cabinet. A former leader of the Communist Read More…
Gold prices in Kerala witnessed another sharp increase on May 20, with the rate rising by ₹120 per gram compared to the previous day. According to rates released on today, the price of 916 hallmark gold has climbed to ₹14,515 per gram. The rate for eight grams (one sovereign) now stands at ₹1,16,120. Meanwhile, 18-carat Read More…