Thrissur: The Krishi Samruddhi Haritha Koythu 2025 celebrations, organized under the leadership of PLANTS (People Loving Agriculture, Nature, Trees, and Soil), were held at the Thrissur Press Club Hall with vibrant participation from farmers, women, and environmental achievers. The event was inaugurated by Thrissur Deputy Mayor M. L. Rosi, who highlighted the urgent need for Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today unveiled a massive development package worth ₹5,100 crore in Itanagar, laying the foundation stone and inaugurating projects spanning roads, railways, power, healthcare, and education. The initiatives are expected to transform infrastructure, create jobs, and strengthen Arunachal Pradesh’s role as India’s Act East gateway, giving a fresh push to growth and Read More…
Kochi: A new chapter of urban renewal is set to unfold as Kerala Chief Minister inaugurates twin apartment complexes in Thuruthy Colony, offering modern homes to 394 families under the Rajiv Awas Yojana’s slum-free project. While one complex has been developed by the Kochi Corporation, the other has been executed by Cochin Smart Mission Limited Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted light to moderate rainfall across Kerala today, with two districts placed on yellow alert. Residents have been advised to stay cautious, especially in low-lying and flood-prone areas. The yellow alert indicates a chance of localized heavy showers and minor disruptions. Authorities have urged people to avoid unnecessary Read More…
Kochi: Gold prices in Kerala have surged to new record levels, with one sovereign now costing ₹82,920 and gram gold at ₹10,365. Today alone, rates jumped by ₹320 in the morning and surged another ₹360 by noon. With taxes and making charges, prices are expected to climb even higher. Earlier this month, gold was priced Read More…
New Delhi: The Supreme Court has termed as “unfortunate” the mention of a fuel cut-off by the pilot in the preliminary Air India crash report, raising fresh concerns over aviation safety and transparency in official investigations. The aviation safety NGO Safety Matters Foundation has filed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL), alleging that the preliminary report Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala Finance Minister K.N. Balagopal has raised red flags over the state’s fiscal health following the rollout of the new GST 2.0 regime, warning that the move could significantly dent state revenues. While the tax overhaul — which trims GST to just two slabs, 5% and 18%, with a 40% sin tax on luxury Read More…
New Delhi: Union Home Minister Amit Shah has lauded the rollout of GST 2.0 reforms, calling them a transformative step that strengthens the economy while directly benefiting the poor, farmers, and middle-class families. The revamped tax system, which simplifies GST into just two slabs — 5% and 18%, is expected to enhance purchasing power, ease Read More…
Kochi: The Kerala High Court has pulled up the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), making it clear that toll cannot be collected at Paliyekkara until damaged stretches are repaired. The court extended its stay on toll collection after the District Collector reported that the service road at Muringoor — recently repaired — had collapsed Read More…
New Delhi: India’s new Goods and Services Tax (GST 2.0) regime came into effect today, ushering in major price cuts on everything from biscuits, soaps, ghee, and butter to automobiles. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing the nation on Sunday evening, hailed the reform as a “GST Savings Festival” and a crucial step towards Atmanirbhar Bharat. Read More…