Air travel between India and West Asia has taken a major hit once again as escalating tensions following Iran’s latest missile strikes on Qatar forced several airlines to cancel key services. The sudden disruption has stranded hundreds of passengers and reignited fears over regional instability. Qatar had briefly reopened its airspace, but swiftly shut it Read More…
The Kerala government has scrapped mandatory parking space requirements for resorts and hotels under state highway building rules. The policy aims to remove long-standing barriers for hospitality developers, making way for faster growth in one of India’s top travel destinations. The change will allow resorts to channel more land into guest-focused features—such as swimming pools, Read More…
Oil markets are on high alert as Brent crude spiked to $81.50 per barrel—its highest in five months—after Iran vowed “everlasting consequences” in response to U.S. airstrikes on its nuclear facilities. Though prices later settled around $77.79, the sharp rise underscores growing geopolitical tension. Two key threats are rattling investors: Iran’s approval of a potential Read More…
Gold prices in Kerala remain resilient above the ₹73,500 mark, even as a slight dip of ₹40 per sovereign was recorded today. The new rate stands at ₹73,840 per sovereign, with the price per gram easing by ₹5 to ₹9,230. This minor drop comes after weeks of price turbulence and follows a historic surge earlier Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has praised the transformative journey of India’s mining sector over the past 11 years, calling it a shining example of cooperative federalism and transparent governance. Sharing an article by Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy on social media, the PM highlighted how the reforms have revolutionized mineral development across the country. Key Read More…
The High Court has stepped in to support Akshaya entrepreneurs by directing the state government to seriously consider their long-pending demand for increased service charges. Justice K. Salma Jennath, while hearing a petition from Akshaya centre operators, emphasized that the state must assess the issue objectively and respond within a reasonable timeframe. The Court recognized Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Former Kerala Chief Minister and senior CPI(M) leader V.S. Achuthanandan was admitted to a private hospital in Thiruvananthapuram on Monday morning after experiencing physical discomfort. Doctors later confirmed that the 101-year-old veteran had suffered a mild heart attack. Medical officials have stated that his condition is currently stable and under close observation. Achuthanandan, a Read More…
Malappuram: In a powerful political comeback for the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF), Aryadan Shoukath clinched a decisive victory in the Nilambur Assembly by-election, winning by a margin of 11,005 votes. The result sends a strong anti-incumbency message to the ruling CPI(M)-led LDF government in Kerala. Calling it a “victory for the people of Kerala,” Read More…
Iran has warned of a powerful and calculated military response following Israeli airstrikes that have left at least 950 dead and thousands injured. The Iranian military will decide the timing, scale, and method of retaliation, signaling that U.S. military bases could be in the crosshairs. The devastating toll of the Israeli strikes includes 380 civilians Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: A wet week awaits Kerala as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts continuous rainfall over the next six days, triggered by a depression and cyclonic circulation over the region. Isolated heavy showers are expected through Friday, prompting officials to urge public caution. Yellow alerts have been sounded for Malappuram, Kozhikode, Kannur, and Kasaragod districts Read More…