The Central Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert warning of high temperatures across Kerala, with heat levels expected to remain above normal until April 24. According to the department, Palakkad district is likely to record the highest temperature, touching up to 40°C. Kollam may see temperatures rise to 39°C, while districts including Alappuzha, Pathanamthitta, Read More…
M A Sudheer Babu Pattambi, Agri-science Journalist Earth is often described as our mother, and the soil beneath our feet as the one that nurtures and sustains us. Every year on April 22, the world comes together to observe World Earth Day, a reminder of our shared responsibility to protect the planet. The origins of Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Gold prices in the state have registered a fresh increase, continuing the upward trend seen in recent days. As per the latest market update on today, the price of 22-carat (916) gold has risen to ₹14,280 per gram, while a sovereign (8 grams) is now priced at ₹1,14,240. Similarly, 18-carat gold is priced at Read More…
Valparai (Tamil Nadu): Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan expressed grief over the tragic road accident in Valparai near Pollachi, where the death toll has risen to nine. Calling the incident deeply saddening, the Chief Minister said he shares the grief of the bereaved families. He also stated that authorities have been directed to ensure the Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala is witnessing a sharp rise in temperatures, with the Meteorological Department issuing warnings of intense heat conditions across the state. At the same time, slight relief is expected as light rainfall is likely in parts of southern and central Kerala. Rain is forecast in districts including Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Ernakulam and Read More…
New Delhi: Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi on Thursday criticised the BJP during the presentation of the Women’s Reservation Bill in the Lok Sabha, raising concerns over the proposed delimitation process linked to the legislation. Priyanka Gandhi said that the Congress played a key role in securing voting rights for women after Independence and in implementing Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Gold prices in Kerala recorded a fresh increase on today reflecting the continuing upward trend in the bullion market. The price of 22-carat gold (916 purity) rose to ₹14,260 per gram, with the rate for 8 grams (one sovereign) reaching ₹1,14,080. Meanwhile, 18-carat gold is priced at ₹11,715 per gram and ₹93,720 for 8 Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Gold prices in Kerala have recorded a significant increase once again. The price of 22-carat gold has risen by ₹130 per gram to ₹14,240, while the price of one sovereign has gone up by ₹1,040 to ₹1,13,920, according to the Kerala Gold and Silver Merchants Association. On the previous day, the price of a Read More…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended his greetings to the people on the occasion of Vishu. In a brief message shared on X, the Prime Minister wished everyone a joyful celebration, saying, “Have a wonderful Vishu!” Vishu, celebrated mainly in Kerala, marks the beginning of the Malayalam New Year and is observed Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Traffic restrictions will be imposed in the state capital on Wednesday in view of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit for election campaigning in Tamil Nadu. Modi is scheduled to arrive at the Thiruvananthapuram airport before proceeding to Nagercoil for campaigning in support of the AIADMK-NDA alliance. Police said traffic curbs will be in place Read More…