The Kerala State Election Commission (SEC) has decided to cap the number of voters per polling station for the upcoming 2025 local body elections. According to the new guidelines, each polling station in civic bodies will have a maximum of 1,500 voters, while panchayat booths will be limited to 1,200 voters. The SEC stated that Read More…
On the occasion of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day), Union Home Minister Amit Shah paid rich tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, India’s “Iron Man,” highlighting his unmatched role in unifying the nation post-independence. Shah announced a series of grand celebrations to commemorate Patel’s 150th birth anniversary, including a Republic Day-style parade and nationwide unity Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: The debate over Kerala’s participation in the Pradhan Mantri Schools for Rising India (PM SHRI) scheme has intensified, with Union Minister George Kurian warning that the state’s withdrawal or reluctance to cooperate could harm the progress of public education. Kurian, who serves as the Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying & Read More…
Kochi: After a sharp two-phase rise of ₹1,400 on Wednesday that hinted gold prices might surge past ₹90,000 again, the market witnessed a surprising drop today. Gold prices fell by ₹1,400 per sovereign (pavan), bringing the rate down to ₹88,360. The price per gram also declined by ₹175, now standing at ₹11,045. After briefly dipping Read More…
Coimbatore: From November 1, tourists heading to the misty hill station of Valparai will need to secure an e-pass before entry, following a new directive from the Coimbatore District Collector. The move comes as Valparai witnesses a sharp rise in tourist inflow, leading to frequent traffic congestion and growing environmental concerns. Nearby destinations like Kodaikanal Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: The Kerala government has officially announced the dates for the 2026 SSLC (Class 10) and Higher Secondary examinations. Education Minister V. Sivankutty confirmed that the SSLC exams will commence on March 5, 2026, and conclude on March 30, 2026, with all papers beginning at 9:30 AM. The SSLC IT practical exams are scheduled from Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: In a sweeping set of welfare measures unveiled ahead of the upcoming local body elections, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan announced a significant hike in the state’s welfare pension and introduced a new monthly financial aid scheme for women. The welfare pension has been raised from ₹1,600 to ₹2,000 per month, offering much-needed relief Read More…
The Central Railway Board has granted approval for the long-awaited Nedumbassery Airport Railway Station, marking a major step toward fulfilling the decades-old dream of Cochin International Airport passengers. The approval follows a recent meeting between Union Minister George Kurian and Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, during which the latter assured that all procedures for the station’s Read More…
Kochi: After days of decline, gold has regained its glitter in the Indian market. Prices surged sharply today, with a rise of ₹560 per sovereign (8 grams), pushing the rate to ₹89,160 per sovereign. On a per-gram basis, gold climbed by ₹70, reaching ₹11,145 per gram. The rebound comes just a day after a steep Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Even as Cyclone Montha loses strength after making landfall on the Andhra coast, Kerala continues to face the brunt of its aftereffects, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) warning of heavy rainfall across several districts today. A yellow alert has been issued for Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Idukki, Ernakulam, and Thrissur, where isolated Read More…