In a powerful virtual address at the India Steel 2025 programme on April 24, Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid out an ambitious roadmap to transform India into a global steel powerhouse. He announced plans to scale up the country’s steel production capacity from 179 million tonnes to 300 million tonnes by 2030, with per capita Read More…
In a bold step to boost long-term industrial and IT investments, the Kerala government has overhauled its land allotment policy—extending lease durations, offering flexible payment options, and opening new opportunities in logistics and renewable energy sectors. Under the revised policy, industrial land leases have been increased from 30 to 60 years for general projects. High-value Read More…
Kochi: In a major move to boost road safety, two-wheelers will no longer be allowed on the six-lane main carriageways of National Highway 66 (NH66) in Kerala. Instead, riders will be required to use dedicated service roads—except while crossing bridges, where access to the main highway will still be permitted. This restriction comes as part Read More…
Kochi: After soaring to record-breaking levels, gold prices in Kerala have taken a sharp dip, falling by a total of ₹2,280 over the past two days. On Tuesday, prices plummeted by ₹2,200 per sovereign, followed by an additional ₹80 drop today. The current rate now stands at ₹72,040 per sovereign and ₹9,005 per gram. The Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: In a major move to uplift academic standards in public schools, the Kerala government will implement minimum mark requirements for students in Classes 5, 6, and 7 starting from the 2025-26 academic year, Education Minister V. Sivankutty announced. This decision comes after the successful rollout of the policy in Class 8, which garnered positive Read More…
Kochi: In a dramatic twist to Kerala’s ongoing drug crackdown, popular Malayalam actor Shine Tom Chacko has reportedly admitted to drug addiction and appealed for a second chance to reclaim his place in the industry. The revelation follows mounting pressure from the Excise Department’s intensified investigation into the high-profile Alappuzha hybrid ganja case. Insiders from Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala has been thrust into emergency power management mode as a sudden nationwide energy crisis forces the state to enforce widespread load shedding. Triggered by an unexpected dip in electricity generation — due to acute fuel shortages and spiking demand amid scorching heat — the situation has strained power grids across India. The Kerala Read More…
New Delhi: The Supreme Court of India is set to examine whether its landmark ruling in the Tamil Nadu Governor’s case can be applied to a similar constitutional standoff in Kerala. The move comes after the Kerala government filed a petition challenging Governor Arif Mohammed Khan’s delay in giving assent to eight bills passed by Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: In a key administrative move, the Kerala government has appointed senior IAS officer A. Jayathilak as the state’s 50th Chief Secretary. The decision was finalized during the cabinet meeting held today, ahead of the upcoming retirement of current Chief Secretary Dr. Sarada Muraleedharan on April 30. Jayathilak, currently the Additional Chief Secretary in the Read More…
Srinagar – The serene valley of Pahalgam turned into a scene of horror as a deadly terror attack claimed 28 lives, including 27 men and one woman. More than ten others remain hospitalized with serious injuries. The bodies of the deceased have been brought to Srinagar for postmortem, including that of Ramachandran, a native of Read More…