Palakkad: Representatives at the DYFI Palakkad district conference criticised the candidate selection process for the Kerala Assembly elections, alleging that several capable young leaders were overlooked despite being eligible to contest. Delegates from the Thrithala and Shoranur block committees voiced strong criticism of the previous government’s approach, claiming that the selection of candidates had gone Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala has reported eight new cases of Shigella infection, health authorities confirmed on Friday. Among the new cases, three were reported in Kozhikode, two in Wayanad, and one each in Ernakulam, Thrissur, and Malappuram districts. With the latest additions, the number of Shigella cases reported this month has risen to 180. Six deaths linked Read More…
KOCHI: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is set to question Veena once again in connection with the alleged financial transactions between Exalogic Solutions and CMRL, as part of its ongoing money laundering investigation. This will be the third round of questioning for Veena. She has already appeared before the ED twice. According to officials, discrepancies have Read More…
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday paid tribute to Hazrat Imam Hussain on the occasion of Muharram, saying his sacrifice continues to inspire people to uphold truth and justice. In a message posted on X, the Prime Minister said Hazrat Imam Hussain’s unwavering commitment to truth, justice, and righteousness remains a source of Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Six more cases of Shigella infection have been confirmed in Kerala on Thursday. Two cases each were reported from Alappuzha and Kollam districts, while one case each was detected in Thiruvananthapuram and Wayanad. With the latest additions, the total number of Shigella cases reported in the state this month has risen to 172. Authorities Read More…
Kochi: Veena T, daughter of Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, appeared before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) once again on Thursday for questioning in connection with the CMRL–Exalogic monthly payment case. The ED had earlier directed her to appear on June 29. However, she was reportedly asked to appear before the agency ahead of the scheduled Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: As part of efforts to intensify “Operation Toofan,” the Kerala Government’s statewide campaign against drug trafficking and substance abuse, Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan has written to the Chief Ministers of Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry seeking stronger inter-state cooperation. In his letter, the Chief Minister highlighted that Kerala has strengthened intelligence-based enforcement measures under Read More…
THRISSUR: Gold prices witnessed a slight decline on Wednesday, with the rate of 916 hallmark gold dropping by ₹25 per gram. According to the latest market rates, 916 gold is priced at ₹13,230 per gram, while the price for 8 grams stands at ₹1,05,840. The rate of 18-carat gold is ₹10,930 per gram and ₹87,440 Read More…
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Kerala Forest Minister Shibu Baby John has said that the state government will take up with the Centre the practical difficulties involved in dealing with dangerous wild animals and will formulate a comprehensive, multi-layered strategy to address the increasing incidents of human-wildlife conflict. Replying to a question in the Kerala Assembly on Wednesday, the Read More…
New Delhi: President Droupadi Murmu conferred the prestigious Padma Awards on several eminent personalities during the second Civil Investiture Ceremony held at the Ganatantra Mandap of Rashtrapati Bhavan on Tuesday. Among the awardees were acclaimed actor Mammootty, actor Satish Shah, Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma, playback singer Alka Yagnik, and tennis legend Vijay Amritraj. The Read More…