Thiruvananthapuram: A seven-year-old girl from Kunnikkode in Kollam district is fighting for her life at the SAT Hospital in Thiruvananthapuram after contracting rabies—even though she had received timely vaccination following a dog bite. Her condition is reported to be critical. According to reports, the girl was bitten by a stray dog on April 8 while Read More…
Kochi: In a pioneering move toward sustainable energy, Kerala is set to commission South India’s first green hydrogen station, marking a significant step in the state’s clean energy ambitions. The ₹25-crore project, spearheaded by Cochin International Airport Ltd. (CIAL), will soon become operational, positioning Kerala at the forefront of India’s hydrogen revolution. Once functional, the Read More…
Kochi: In a high-stakes raid, the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) busted a cache of substandard and counterfeit products at Amazon’s warehouse in Kalamassery, Kochi. The surprise inspection, prompted by intelligence reports, uncovered a large stock of domestic appliances, kitchen tools, toys, and footwear—many fraudulently marked with fake ISI certification labels. Officials revealed that several Read More…
In a powerful verdict advancing women’s rights, the Kerala High Court has ruled that women can claim their ‘Sridhan’—gold, money, and gifts received during marriage—even without documentary evidence. Calling it her “exclusive property,” the court emphasized that lack of paperwork cannot deprive a woman of what is legally hers. A division bench of Justices Devan Read More…
Kochi: Gold prices in Kerala continue their downward slide, marking a significant drop of over ₹4,000 per sovereign within just ten days. After a sharp ₹1,640 dip on Wednesday, prices fell again by ₹160 today, bringing the rate of one sovereign (8 grams) down to ₹70,040. The per-gram rate also dropped ₹20 to ₹8,755. This Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: In a landmark moment for Kerala and India’s maritime ambitions, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Vizhinjam International Seaport today, dedicating the state’s long-awaited dream project to the nation. This marks the commissioning of the port’s first phase and is expected to significantly boost Kerala’s role in global trade and logistics. Arriving at the Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast isolated thunderstorms with lightning across Kerala until Sunday, accompanied by strong winds reaching up to 50 km/h. The department has urged the public to remain alert and take safety precautions. Lightning poses significant risks to both human and animal life and can severely damage electrical systems, communication Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Thiruvananthapuram on Thursday evening to inaugurate the Vizhinjam International Seaport — Kerala’s long-awaited maritime gateway to global trade. The historic inauguration of the state-of-the-art port, fully operational and ready to transform India’s shipping landscape, will take place at 11 AM on Friday at a dedicated venue within the Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: The Kerala capital has been placed under a tight security blanket in anticipation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s arrival for the inauguration of the Vizhinjam International Seaport. The PM is scheduled to land in Thiruvananthapuram tonight and will attend the dedication ceremony at the seaport site on Friday morning. Multiple central and state agencies, Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan paid glowing tribute to outgoing Chief Secretary Sarada Muraleedharan, praising her for a career marked by integrity, courage, and administrative excellence, during her official farewell at the Secretariat’s Durbar Hall. Describing her tenure as a benchmark for public service, the CM said Sarada rose to the top post during Read More…