Gold prices witnessed another increase on Wednesday, with rates climbing by 195 rupees per gram, according to market updates. The price of 916 hallmark gold reached 13,870 rupees per gram, while the rate for eight grams stood at ₹1,10,960. Similarly, 18-carat gold was priced at ₹11,455 per gram and ₹91,640 for eight grams. Meanwhile, silver Read More…
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Congress Sweeps Kerala Polls; BJP Opens Account with Three Seats
The Congress-led front has secured a decisive victory in the Kerala Assembly elections, winning 102 out of 140 constituencies, according to the final results announced on Monday. The ruling Left Democratic Front (LDF) managed to win only 35 seats, marking a significant setback for the alliance. In a notable development, the BJP-led NDA opened its Read More…
Vote Counting Underway in Five States; Early Trends Emerge
Counting of votes is underway on Monday in Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Assam and Puducherry, with early trends beginning to emerge from key states. In West Bengal, where a fierce contest is being witnessed between the Trinamool Congress and the BJP, counting is being held in 293 out of 294 constituencies. Initial trends indicate Read More…
Vote Counting Begins in Kerala; Outcome to Decide Next Government
Counting of votes for the Kerala Assembly elections began on Monday, with results expected to determine whether the ruling Left Democratic Front (LDF) will retain power for a third consecutive term or if the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) will stage a comeback. The performance of the BJP-led NDA is also being closely watched. Polling Read More…
Gold Prices Dip Slightly
Gold prices witnessed a slight decline today, while silver prices showed a marginal increase, according to the latest market update. The price of 22-carat gold (916) is now ₹13,835 per gram, with 8 grams priced at ₹1,10,680. Meanwhile, 18-carat gold is being sold at ₹11,425 per gram and ₹91,400 for 8 grams. In contrast, silver Read More…
No Need to Panic Over May Heat, Says Jitendra Singh
Union Minister Jitendra Singh on Saturday said there is no cause for panic over the heat conditions expected in May, urging people to follow simple precautions and rely on official forecasts. Referring to the outlook issued by the Central Meteorological Department, he said some regions may witness above-normal temperatures and heatwave conditions, but these will Read More…
Nurse Dies of Amoebic Meningitis in Alappuzha
A 26-year-old nurse from Alappuzha succumbed to amoebic meningitis while undergoing treatment, officials said on Friday. The deceased, Aryamol, daughter of Vijayan and Ambili from Neerkunnam in Ambalappuzha, passed away at the Government Medical College Hospital in Thiruvananthapuram. She had been receiving treatment after developing symptoms of the infection about a month ago and was Read More…
Hotels to Shut on May 6 Over Commercial LPG Price Hike
Hotels across the state will remain closed on May 6 in protest against the recent hike in commercial LPG cylinder prices. The decision was taken at a state committee meeting of the Hotel and Restaurant Association, following a steep increase of ₹993 in the price of 19-kg commercial LPG cylinders. The association said the sudden Read More…
Gold Prices Drop by ₹35 per Gram
Gold prices in the state witnessed a decline on Friday, with the rate falling by ₹35 per gram. The price of 916 gold now stands at ₹13,965 per gram, while the rate for 8 grams has come down to ₹1,11,720. Similarly, 18-carat gold is priced at ₹11,535 per gram and ₹92,280 for 8 grams. Silver Read More…
ECI Introduces QR-Based ID System for Counting Centres
The Election Commission of India has introduced a QR code–based photo identity system to enhance security at counting centres and prevent unauthorised entry. The new system will be implemented from May 4 during vote counting for Assembly elections in Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, and Puducherry, as well as by-elections in seven constituencies. It Read More…