Thiruvananthapuram: In a decisive move to protect genuine devotees, the Kerala High Court has stepped in to curb the growing trend of pilgrims booking Sabarimala darshan slots through the virtual queue system and then failing to turn up. The court has called for strict corrective measures, including a possible hike in the booking fee. During Read More…
New Delhi: Kerala has made a strong and stylish return to the Republic Day celebrations, clinching the third prize for its tableau at the Republic Day Parade in New Delhi, after a two-year absence from the prestigious event. The award-winning tableau beautifully showcased Kerala’s rich cultural heritage, social progress, and inclusive development model, drawing loud Read More…
The Union Budget 2026 has projected India’s GDP growth for FY27 at 7.4%, reflecting strong confidence in the country’s economic momentum despite global uncertainties. The estimate underscores the government’s optimism about sustained growth driven by higher capital expenditure, infrastructure expansion, and steady domestic consumption. According to budget documents, key growth drivers include continued investment in Read More…
Veteran Maharashtra leader and Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar was cremated with full state honours at his native village Katewadi, as thousands of mourners gathered to bid an emotional farewell. Chants of “Ajit Dada amar rahe” echoed through the village when his mortal remains, draped in the national flag, were brought to the cremation ground. Read More…
The second Pinarayi Vijayan government presented its final budget, charting an ambitious development roadmap while carefully balancing welfare commitments. Presented by Finance Minister K N Balagopal, the sixth budget of the government is also the fourth-longest budget in Kerala’s history. Reiterating that Kerala is facing severe financial constraints due to the Centre’s policies, the budget Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will travel to Israel on February 27, marking another significant step in India’s growing engagement with the Middle East. The visit is expected to focus on strengthening the strategic partnership between India and Israel, which has expanded steadily across multiple sectors in recent years. During the visit, Prime Minister Modi is Read More…
The Kerala state budget has announced plans for a new tunnel road between Kattappana and Theni, aimed at easing long-standing travel hardships along the winding ghat route. The project is expected to significantly improve mobility for residents and travellers across the high ranges. Finance Minister K N Balagopal said the government is exploring the construction Read More…
Kerala is set to take a major leap in public transport as the state government moves ahead with plans to implement a Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS), reigniting discussions on high-speed rail connectivity. The ambitious project envisions a 583-kilometre corridor from Thiruvananthapuram to Kasaragod, designed to transform mobility across the state. The Cabinet has given Read More…
Kerala’s gold market has witnessed a historic surge, with prices recording the largest single-day increase ever. The price of gold shot up by a staggering ₹8,640 per pavan, taking the cost of one pavan (8 grams) to ₹1,31,160, while the per-gram rate climbed by ₹1,080 to ₹16,395. This unprecedented rise marks the sharpest daily jump Read More…
The Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) has firmly told the High Court that it cannot grant menstrual leave to its women conductors, citing financial constraints and the risk of serious disruption to bus services across the state. Responding to a petition filed by women conductors seeking two days of menstrual leave per month, KSRTC Read More…