Panic gripped Kottayam Medical College on Wednesday after a section of a three-storey building housing the Orthopaedics department suddenly collapsed. The incident occurred in the 14th ward, prompting an immediate emergency response. Eyewitnesses described a deafening crash as the building section gave way, sending shockwaves through the hospital premises. Fortunately, quick action by the hospital Read More…
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan inaugurated Zoho Corporation’s new Research and Development campus in Neduvathoor, Kottarakkara, located in Kollam district. This marks the state’s first dedicated R&D facility focused on AI, robotics, and deep-tech innovation. The inauguration ceremony was attended by key dignitaries including Finance Minister K N Balagopal, highlighting the state’s commitment to fostering high-tech Read More…
Veteran Communist leader and former Kerala Chief Minister V. S. Achuthanandan, aged 101, remains in critical condition at a private hospital after suffering a cardiac arrest on June 23. Currently on ventilator support and undergoing dialysis and advanced renal therapy, his condition is being closely monitored by a specialized medical team from Thiruvananthapuram Medical College. Read More…
The Kerala High Court has called on the state government to enact a stringent anti-ragging law with severe criminal penalties. Citing the 2024 suicide of Pookode veterinary student J. S. Sidharthan as a tragic wake-up call, Justice D. K. Singh emphasized that existing UGC regulations are inadequate to curb violent campus behavior. The court warned that unless Read More…
The Kerala High Court has decided to personally screen the controversial Malayalam film JSK – Janaki vs State of Kerala on July 5, before delivering a verdict on the certification dispute raised by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). The decision, made by Justice N. Nagaresh, comes in response to the CBFC’s objection to Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram – A brewing cyclonic circulation over southern Jharkhand is set to intensify monsoon conditions across Kerala, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall over the next five days. Today (July 2), the state is expected to receive isolated intense showers, with moderate to heavy rain likely to continue until Read More…
Kochi – After weeks of decline, gold is once again glittering in the markets. In a strong comeback, 22K gold prices surged by ₹1,200 over the last two days, with today’s rate climbing by ₹360 per sovereign (8 grams) to ₹72,520. The price per gram also rose by ₹45, now standing at ₹9,065. This rebound Read More…
Malayalam cinema icon Mohanlal has been honoured as the highest GST-paying actor in Kerala for the fiscal year 2024–25, marking a proud moment for the state’s entertainment industry. The recognition came during the GST Day celebrations held at Tagore Theatre, where State Finance Minister K. N. Balagopal presented the award, lauding the veteran actor’s outstanding Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted a renewed spell of heavy rainfall across Kerala starting Wednesday, with northern districts expected to bear the brunt. As a precaution, yellow alerts have been issued for Kozhikode, Kannur, and Kasaragod on Wednesday. The alert continues into the week, with Kannur and Kasaragod on the radar for Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Former Kerala Chief Minister and senior CPM stalwart V.S. Achuthanandan remains in an extremely critical condition, with doctors reporting significant deterioration in vital organ functions. A medical board constituted by the government has stated that his internal organs are not responding adequately, raising serious concerns about his recovery. Achuthanandan’s blood pressure and kidney functions Read More…