The Kerala High Court has dismissed petitions seeking a Vigilance probe into the alleged pay-off case involving CMRL and Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan’s daughter, Veena Vijayan. The court’s decision comes as a significant relief for the CM and his family. The revision petitions, filed by Congress leader Mathew Kuzhalnadan and late RTI activist Girish Babu, Read More…
Kerala’s General Education Minister, V. Sivankutty, has announced that the minimum age for Class I admissions will be raised to six years, starting from the 2026-27 academic year. This move aligns with scientific research, which suggests that children are more cognitively and emotionally prepared for formal education at this age. Currently, children in Kerala can Read More…
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan laid the foundation stone for a large-scale township project on March 27, 2025, aimed at rehabilitating victims of the devastating Wayanad landslides from July 2024. The ceremony was held in Kalpetta, Wayanad district. The ₹750 crore project will develop two sustainable townships: one spanning 58.5 hectares in the Nedumbala Estate, Read More…
New Delhi: A recent survey has revealed that Kerala Police is the most likely to follow arrest procedures, while Karnataka ranks at the bottom. In Karnataka, 70% of respondents stated that legal provisions related to arrests are “rarely or never” followed. Only 13% reported that the procedures were always adhered to, while 17% said they Read More…
Bengaluru: In anticipation of heavy passenger demand during Ugadi and Ramzan, the Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) has announced the operation of 2,000 special buses from Bengaluru to various destinations across the state. The special services will be available from April 5 to April 12, catering to the festive rush. Major routes will include Read More…
Kochi: Gold prices in Kerala are on the rise again, making a strong comeback after a brief dip. The price of one sovereign (8 grams) has jumped by ₹320, reaching ₹65,880, while the per gram rate now stands at ₹8,235, marking a ₹40 increase. After hitting a record high of ₹66,480 on March 20, gold Read More…
Mohanlal’s much-anticipated film ‘L2: Empuraan’, directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran, has made a grand entry at the box office, collecting ₹5 crore on its first day in Kerala. The film has also broken pre-sales records, making it one of the most successful Malayalam openings ever. Globally, ‘L2: Empuraan’ has had a massive ₹80 crore opening, making Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: The Kerala government has accepted the Central Government’s ₹817.80 crore Viability Gap Fund (VGF) for the Vizhinjam International Seaport project. The funding is expected to provide crucial financial support for the port’s infrastructure development and ensure its timely completion. The Vizhinjam Port, being developed as a major transshipment hub, is a key project for Read More…
Kochi: The Kerala High Court has strongly criticised a Grama Panchayat for unnecessarily prolonging a legal dispute involving just ₹50,000. The court observed that repeated litigation in such a minor financial matter was unjustified, particularly since the legal expenses were being covered using public funds. The bench expressed displeasure over the misuse of taxpayer money Read More…
Environmentalists in Wayanad have strongly opposed any move to relax the night traffic ban through Bandipur Tiger Reserve, citing ecological concerns and the potential threat to wildlife. The ban, enforced since 2009, has been a long-standing issue for Wayanad residents, who argue that it affects connectivity and economic activities. The All India Congress Committee (AICC) Read More…