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UV Radiation Levels Surge in Kerala; Orange Alert Issued in Munnar and Konni

Thiruvananthapuram: Authorities have issued a warning as ultraviolet (UV) radiation levels rise across Kerala, with the highest readings recorded in the past 24 hours at Munnar and Konni. Both locations reported a UV Index of 8, prompting the Kerala State Disaster Management Authority to issue an Orange Alert and urge residents to take precautionary measures Read More…

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Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar Arrives in Kerala to Review Assembly Poll Preparations

Thiruvananthapuram: Gyanesh Kumar, the Chief Election Commissioner of the Election Commission of India, is set to arrive in Kerala today for a three-day visit to review preparations for the upcoming Assembly elections. During the visit, Gyanesh Kumar will assess the overall election readiness across the state and also examine the progress of the Special Intensive Read More…

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Gold Prices Slide in Kerala: Rate Falls Below ₹1.20 Lakh Per Sovereign After Sharp Drop

Kochi: Gold prices in Kerala witnessed another notable decline on Thursday, with the rate falling ₹720 per sovereign, pushing the price below the ₹1.20 lakh mark once again. Following the latest drop, the price of one sovereign (8 grams) of gold now stands at ₹1,19,920, while the per gram rate has decreased by ₹90 to Read More…

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Kerala SSLC & Higher Secondary Exams Begin Today; Gulf Exams Postponed Amid West Asia Tensions

Thiruvananthapuram: The SSLC (Class 10) and Higher Secondary examinations for the current academic year began across Kerala today, marking a crucial phase for lakhs of students. The examinations will continue until March 30, with 3,031 examination centres set up across the state. A total of 417,497 students are appearing for the SSLC examination in Kerala. Read More…

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Kerala on High UV Alert: Orange Warning in Idukki, Yellow Across Most Districts

Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala is experiencing elevated ultraviolet (UV) radiation levels, with the Kerala State Disaster Management Authority issuing an Orange Alert for Idukki and Yellow Alerts for most other districts, excluding Kasaragod, Kannur, and Thiruvananthapuram. Authorities cautioned that UV intensity peaks between 10 am and 3 pm, urging residents to limit direct sun exposure during these Read More…

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Gold Prices Tumble After Record Surge; ₹2,280 Drop Per Sovereign in a Day

Kochi: After witnessing a dramatic rally in recent days, gold prices in the state have sharply reversed course, falling by ₹2,280 per sovereign in a single day. The price of one sovereign now stands at ₹1,20,640, while the per gram rate has declined by ₹285 to ₹15,080. The slide comes after an earlier dip of Read More…

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Kerala’s Private Hospital Nurses Go on Strike, Demand ₹40,000 Minimum Salary

Thiruvananthapuram: Healthcare services across Kerala witnessed disruptions as private hospital nurses launched a statewide strike pressing for a minimum monthly salary of ₹40,000. The protest, spearheaded by various nursing unions, has seen nurses stage demonstrations and peaceful sit-ins outside hospitals, drawing widespread public attention to their long-pending demands. Nurses say their current pay does not Read More…

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Exam Season Begins in Kerala: SSLC & Plus One Start Tomorrow, Plus Two from Friday

Thiruvananthapuram: A wave of anticipation and nervous excitement is sweeping across Kerala as the SSLC and Plus One examinations begin tomorrow (March 5), marking the start of a crucial academic phase for lakhs of students. The Plus Two examinations will follow on Friday (March 6). Announcing that all preparations are complete, General Education Minister V. Read More…

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Kerala SSLC & Plus Two Exams Kick Off Thursday; Results Scheduled for May

Thiruvananthapuram: The much-awaited SSLC and Higher Secondary examinations for the academic year will begin across Kerala on Thursday, marking a crucial phase for lakhs of students. The exams will continue until March 30, with 3,031 centres set up statewide to ensure smooth conduct. As many as 4,17,497 students will appear for the SSLC (Class 10) Read More…