The Kerala government has invited Accredited Social Health Activist (ASHA) workers for a fresh round of discussions after their 52-day-long protest outside the Secretariat. Health Minister Veena George will meet with representatives of the protesting workers and trade union leaders at her office on Thursday at 3 PM. ASHA workers have been demanding a hike Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: The Sabari Rail project remains in limbo as the Central government insists that Kerala provide unconditional consent for cost-sharing. The Railways has made it clear that the project will only move forward if the state agrees to the financial terms without any conditions. The project, aimed at improving rail connectivity to the Sabarimala pilgrimage Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: In a significant move to prioritize student well-being, the Kerala government has officially banned summer classes in all government-owned schools. The education department has issued a formal notification enforcing this decision. The initiative aims to reduce academic pressure on students during their vacation while also lightening the workload of teachers. Although summer classes were Read More…
Kerala, India’s black pepper capital, has witnessed a significant 25% decline in production over the past decade, raising concerns among farmers and traders alike. This downturn is attributed to pest infestations, devastating floods, and climate change, all of which have severely impacted cultivation. Black pepper crops in Kerala are increasingly under attack from pests and Read More…
New Delhi – The central government has rejected the Opposition’s claims regarding offshore mining in Kerala, stating that the allegations are misleading and politically motivated. The controversy erupted after Congress leaders raised concerns over the environmental impact of opening offshore mining blocks to private players. They argued that allowing private companies to operate without a Read More…
Kochi – In a significant development, the Kerala High Court has halted any action against the parents of the Walayar rape and murder victims, granting them interim relief from the CBI’s charges. The ruling came as the court reviewed the parents’ petition seeking to quash the chargesheet. The CBI had controversially named the victims’ parents Read More…
Kochi: The Kerala High Court has refused to stay the screening of the film ‘Empuraan’, rejecting a plea filed by BJP leader V.V. Vijeesh, who sought a ban alleging that the movie contained anti-national and communal elements. The court questioned the basis of the allegations, stating that artistic expression cannot be curbed without substantial evidence. Read More…
New Delhi: In a significant development, the central government is actively considering increasing incentives for ASHA workers and bringing them under labor laws, Kerala Health Minister Veena George announced after a positive meeting with Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda in Delhi. “The Union Minister attentively listened to Kerala’s concerns, especially regarding ASHA workers, and assured Read More…
State Govt. Submits Report After Fatal Bus Accident in Menaka Kochi: In a stern move against reckless driving, the Kerala High Court has called for immediate and strict action after a tragic accident in Menaka claimed the life of a woman, allegedly due to rash driving by private buses. During a hearing on road safety, Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted heavy rainfall across Kerala in the coming days, prompting a yellow alert in several districts. The warning remains in place until Friday, with isolated downpours expected. Districts Under Yellow Alert: The IMD predicts rainfall between 64.5 mm and 115.5 mm within 24 hours, warning of intense downpours Read More…