Thiruvananthapuram: Asha workers in Kerala have decided to continue their strike after two rounds of conciliation talks with the state government failed to reach a resolution. The workers are demanding a hike in their monthly honorarium from the current ₹7,000 to ₹21,000, along with retirement benefits of a lump sum payment of ₹5 lakh when Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala Police’s anti-drug campaign, Operation D-Hunt, launched in January 2024 to curb drug peddling in the state, has resulted in the arrest of 8,931 individuals and the registration of 8,646 cases so far. As part of the operation, police have intensified crackdowns across various districts, leading to the seizure of significant quantities of contraband, Read More…
Kochi: Gold prices in Kerala have skyrocketed to a record-breaking ₹66,320 per sovereign, marking an unprecedented surge in the market. With a ₹320 hike today, the price of one gram of gold now stands at ₹8,290, reflecting a ₹40 increase. This milestone follows a steady upward trend, as gold touched ₹66,000 for the first time Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: The Kerala government has announced ₹10 lakh in educational assistance for children who lost their parents in the devastating Meppadi landslide. The aid will support seven children who lost both parents and 14 children who lost one parent in the tragedy. The financial assistance aims to ensure uninterrupted education and overall well-being of the Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: The Kerala Cabinet has approved a ₹26.5 crore compensation package for land acquisition as part of the rehabilitation project in Wayanad. The amount will be allocated from the Chief Minister’s Distress Relief Fund (CMDRF) to facilitate the resettlement of affected families. The decision comes as part of the government’s ongoing efforts to address displacement Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan extended his heartfelt wishes to NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore upon their safe return to Earth after nearly nine months in space. In a social media post, CM Vijayan praised their determination and resilience in overcoming challenges during their extended mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS). Read More…
Kochi: The Kerala High Court has expressed concerns over the negative impact of violent films on society, questioning whether the state has the authority to regulate such portrayals or if cinema merely reflects reality. During the hearing, the court examined the potential influence of excessive violence in movies, highlighting its possible role in shaping public Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted intense summer showers across Kerala today, with isolated regions expected to experience heavy rainfall. Thunderstorms accompanied by strong winds, reaching speeds of 40 to 50 km/h, are likely, particularly in the afternoon. The downpour is expected to persist for the next five days across all 14 districts. Read More…
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman launched a blistering attack on Kerala’s labor practices during a fiery session in the Rajya Sabha, directly targeting the Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPM) over the controversial issue of nokkukooli and the alleged closure of industries in the state. Often dubbed as “gawking wages,” nokkukooli refers to laborers demanding Read More…
Pathanamthitta, Kerala: In a heartwarming gesture, veteran actor Mohanlal performed a special Neeranjanam offering at the sacred Sabarimala temple in the name of his longtime friend and fellow superstar, Mammootty. The offering was registered under the name Muhammad Kutty, Vishakham—Mammootty’s birth name—along with a separate offering for Mohanlal’s wife, Suchitra. Reports suggest that before embarking Read More…