Kerala is set to witness a crucial moment in its economic journey today as Finance Minister K N Balagopal presents the sixth budget of the second Pinarayi Vijayan–led LDF government in the State Assembly. Describing the budget as a roadmap for Kerala’s future, the Finance Minister said it will feature several projects and policy announcements Read More…
Kochi: Kochi International Airport continued its upward momentum in 2025, registering a 3.7 per cent increase in passenger traffic and securing the eighth position among India’s 20 busiest airports, according to the latest report by the Airports Authority of India (AAI). A total of 11.36 million passengers travelled through the Nedumbassery airport during the year. Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday lauded the century-long legacy of the Arya Vaidya Sala Charitable Hospital, describing it as a shining example of India’s timeless healthcare wisdom blended with modern service values. Addressing the hospital’s centenary celebrations, the Prime Minister praised the institution’s unwavering commitment to charity, ethical medical practice, and the global promotion Read More…
New Delhi: Reaffirming the Centre’s focus on inclusive growth, President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday said the Union government is firmly committed to ensuring social justice, highlighting that nearly 25 crore (250 million) Indians have been lifted out of poverty in the last decade. Addressing a joint sitting of Parliament, she noted that around 95 crore Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: In a major step towards improving road safety, the Kerala Police are set to deploy Artificial Intelligence (AI) to predict road accidents and identify accident-prone hotspots across the state. The initiative aims to curb the alarming rise in road mishaps by using data-driven insights for prevention and enforcement. The State Crime Records Bureau (SCRB) Read More…
Rahul Mamkootathil, who has been in judicial custody in connection with a third rape case, has been granted bail by the Pathanamthitta Sessions Court. The court allowed his bail plea after earlier expressing doubts over the authenticity of the digital evidence submitted in the case. During the hearing, the defence argued that the relationship between Read More…
Kochi: In a significant development in the fight against dowry, the Kerala government has told the High Court that the Kerala Law Reforms Commission has recommended removing provisions that criminalise the act of giving dowry under the Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961. The proposal aims to shift the legal focus firmly onto those who demand dowry, Read More…
Mumbai: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar (66) was killed in a tragic plane crash on Tuesday morning when the private aircraft he was travelling in crashed during an emergency landing near Baramati. All five others who were on board the aircraft also lost their lives in the accident. According to reports, the aircraft lost Read More…
Kochi: Gold prices in Kerala have hit a stunning new high, continuing their record-shattering surge in the state. In a single day, the price of gold jumped by ₹2,360 per sovereign (8 grams), pushing the rate beyond the ₹1.20 lakh milestone to ₹1,21,120. The sharp rally also saw prices rise by ₹295 per gram, taking Read More…
New Delhi: The Budget Session of Parliament begins today with President Droupadi Murmu addressing a joint sitting of both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha, setting the tone for weeks of intense political and legislative activity. No other business is scheduled in Parliament today. The session will be held in two phases, running from Read More…