New Delhi: Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi on Thursday criticised the BJP during the presentation of the Women’s Reservation Bill in the Lok Sabha, raising concerns over the proposed delimitation process linked to the legislation. Priyanka Gandhi said that the Congress played a key role in securing voting rights for women after Independence and in implementing Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Gold prices in Kerala recorded a fresh increase on today reflecting the continuing upward trend in the bullion market. The price of 22-carat gold (916 purity) rose to ₹14,260 per gram, with the rate for 8 grams (one sovereign) reaching ₹1,14,080. Meanwhile, 18-carat gold is priced at ₹11,715 per gram and ₹93,720 for 8 Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Gold prices in Kerala have recorded a significant increase once again. The price of 22-carat gold has risen by ₹130 per gram to ₹14,240, while the price of one sovereign has gone up by ₹1,040 to ₹1,13,920, according to the Kerala Gold and Silver Merchants Association. On the previous day, the price of a Read More…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended his greetings to the people on the occasion of Vishu. In a brief message shared on X, the Prime Minister wished everyone a joyful celebration, saying, “Have a wonderful Vishu!” Vishu, celebrated mainly in Kerala, marks the beginning of the Malayalam New Year and is observed Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Traffic restrictions will be imposed in the state capital on Wednesday in view of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit for election campaigning in Tamil Nadu. Modi is scheduled to arrive at the Thiruvananthapuram airport before proceeding to Nagercoil for campaigning in support of the AIADMK-NDA alliance. Police said traffic curbs will be in place Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Rising temperatures across Kerala have led to a record surge in electricity consumption, with the state registering a peak demand of 5,933 MW on Monday evening—the highest ever recorded. Officials said the total power usage for the day stood at 112.16 million units, marking the highest consumption for the month so far. Barring high-range Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala General Education Minister V. Sivankutty on Monday said the government is treating the death of Nithin Raj with utmost seriousness and assured a detailed investigation into the allegations raised by the family. The minister stated that further inquiry will be conducted to examine the concerns and claims made by the family regarding the Read More…
Kannur: Police have intensified the investigation into the death of Nithin Raj, a dental college student from Ancharakandi, with officials indicating that financial stress linked to a loan app may have played a key role. According to the Kannur City Police Commissioner, Nithin had taken a loan through a mobile app and had provided the Read More…
M A SUDHEER BABU, PATTAMBI Despite occasional spells of rain, rising summer temperatures are posing a serious threat to agriculture across Kerala, with coconut farming among the most affected. Water levels in wells, streams, and rivers are steadily declining, raising concerns about irrigation and crop sustainability. Agricultural experts warn that neglecting coconut palms during the Read More…
Chennai: Sanju Samson produced an outstanding batting performance, scoring a century in just 52 balls against the Delhi Capitals in an Indian Premier League match at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Saturday. Continuing his excellent form, Samson scored 106 runs, leading Chennai’s innings after being sent in to bat. At the end of 18 overs, Read More…