Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala is experiencing elevated ultraviolet (UV) radiation levels, with the Kerala State Disaster Management Authority issuing an Orange Alert for Idukki and Yellow Alerts for most other districts, excluding Kasaragod, Kannur, and Thiruvananthapuram. Authorities cautioned that UV intensity peaks between 10 am and 3 pm, urging residents to limit direct sun exposure during these Read More…
Kochi: After witnessing a dramatic rally in recent days, gold prices in the state have sharply reversed course, falling by ₹2,280 per sovereign in a single day. The price of one sovereign now stands at ₹1,20,640, while the per gram rate has declined by ₹285 to ₹15,080. The slide comes after an earlier dip of Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Healthcare services across Kerala witnessed disruptions as private hospital nurses launched a statewide strike pressing for a minimum monthly salary of ₹40,000. The protest, spearheaded by various nursing unions, has seen nurses stage demonstrations and peaceful sit-ins outside hospitals, drawing widespread public attention to their long-pending demands. Nurses say their current pay does not Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: A wave of anticipation and nervous excitement is sweeping across Kerala as the SSLC and Plus One examinations begin tomorrow (March 5), marking the start of a crucial academic phase for lakhs of students. The Plus Two examinations will follow on Friday (March 6). Announcing that all preparations are complete, General Education Minister V. Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: The much-awaited SSLC and Higher Secondary examinations for the academic year will begin across Kerala on Thursday, marking a crucial phase for lakhs of students. The exams will continue until March 30, with 3,031 centres set up statewide to ensure smooth conduct. As many as 4,17,497 students will appear for the SSLC (Class 10) Read More…
Kochi: After days of dramatic gains driven by global tensions, gold prices in Kerala have shown a modest correction, bringing a measure of relief to buyers. The price of gold fell by ₹360 per sovereign (8 grams) on Tuesday, settling at ₹1,24,680. On a per gram basis, the rate declined by ₹45 to ₹15,585. The Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Responding swiftly to the escalating tensions in the Middle East, the Kerala government has postponed the SSLC and Plus Two examinations scheduled in Gulf countries, prioritising student safety above all. The SSLC exam slated for Thursday and the Plus Two exams planned for the 5th, 6th, and 7th of this month have been deferred. Read More…
Kochi: In a striking market twist, gold prices in Kerala fell sharply despite a powerful rally in the global market driven by escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia. The price of gold in the state dropped by ₹2,400 per sovereign to ₹1,24,520, while the per gram rate declined by ₹300 to ₹15,565. The correction comes Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: In a groundbreaking move on Rare Disease Day, the Kerala government has expanded free access to the life-saving drug Risdiplam for patients with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), raising the age limit from 12 to 25 years. Announcing the decision, Health Minister Veena George said the expansion comes under the state’s Comprehensive Rare Disease Care Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: In a move aimed at ensuring continuity in police leadership, the State Cabinet has approved a one-year extension for Kerala Director General of Police Ravada Chandrasekhar. The decision comes in line with the Supreme Court’s directives in the landmark Prakash Singh case, which mandates fixed tenure norms as part of broader police reforms. Originally Read More…