Thrissur: With the Kerala School Kalolsavam entering its thrilling final stages, Kannur district has taken a narrow but decisive lead in the race for the coveted Golden Cup. Kannur surged ahead with 802 points, setting the pace in a tightly contested competition. Hot on Kannur’s heels are Thrissur, Kozhikode, and Palakkad, all locked together at Read More…
Pathanamthitta: In a major setback for Rahul Mamkootathil , the Tiruvalla Judicial First Class Magistrate Court has rejected his bail plea in the third rape case registered against him, ordering that he remain in jail. The order was passed by Magistrate Arundhati Dileep after detailed arguments were heard in a closed courtroom on Tuesday. The Read More…
Kochi: Gold prices in Kerala continued their upward march on Wednesday, coming close to breaching the all-time record once again. The price of gold rose by ₹280 per sovereign, pushing the rate to ₹1,05,440, while the price per gram increased by ₹35 to reach ₹13,180. The precious metal saw sharp fluctuations a day earlier, with Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Vizhinjam International Seaport is poised for a significant leap forward as the construction inauguration of its second phase of development will take place on January 24 at 4 pm. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan will inaugurate the works, while Ports Minister V. N. Vasavan will preside over the function. The event will also mark the Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Legendary actress Sharada, whose powerful performances defined generations of Malayalam cinema, has been selected for the J.C. Daniel Award 2024, the highest cinematic honour of the Kerala government, in recognition of her extraordinary lifetime contribution to the film industry. The award, which carries a cash prize of ₹5 lakh, a citation, and a sculpture, Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: The long-awaited dream of a railway station near Nedumbassery International Airport is finally moving towards realization, with the Railways officially inviting tenders for the construction project. The station will be built at an estimated cost of ₹7.56 crore, with the Railway Gati Shakti division calling for bids to be submitted by February 5. The Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala is poised for a significant upgrade in rail connectivity with the announcement of four new train services, including three Amrit Bharat Express trains, bringing faster and more modern travel options to the State. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off these new services during his visit to Thiruvananthapuram next week. Of the six Read More…
After touching historic peaks, gold prices in Kerala have taken a U-turn, slipping for the second consecutive day amid shifting global cues. Market experts say the decline is driven by global market fluctuations, a stronger US dollar, and profit-booking by investors. In today’s trading, the price of one sovereign (pavan) of gold dropped to ₹1,05,160, Read More…
Thrissur: A vibrant product exhibition and trade fair for beneficiaries of the PM Vishwakarma Scheme was successfully organised in Thrissur on January 14 and 15, providing a major boost to traditional artisans and craftsmen across the State. The event was hosted by the MSME Development & Facilitation Office (MSME-DFO), Thrissur, under the Union Ministry of Read More…
Malappuram: The spiritually vibrant Mahamagha Mahotsavam, popularly hailed as Kerala’s Kumbhamela, begins today at Tirunavaya on the sacred banks of the Bharathapuzha, with elaborate rituals marking its ceremonial opening. The revered festival will be observed from January 19 to February 3, drawing devotees from across the State and beyond. The Kumbhamela will be formally inaugurated Read More…