Kochi: Gold prices have staged a sharp comeback, surging by ₹1,120 per sovereign (8 grams) and once again crossing the ₹1.18 lakh mark, underscoring the ongoing volatility in the bullion market. The price of one sovereign now stands at ₹1,18,640, while the per gram rate has risen by ₹140 to ₹14,830. The rebound comes just Read More…
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Low-Pressure System and Cyclonic Circulation to Lash Kerala with Four More Days of Rain; Alert Sounded
Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala is bracing for four more days of rain and thunderstorms as a low-pressure system over the southwest Bay of Bengal continues to influence weather patterns across the state, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has said. Light to moderate rainfall accompanied by lightning is likely to persist until Friday. According to meteorologists, the low-pressure Read More…
Narendra Modi Set to Storm Kerala; NDA to Launch High-Voltage Campaign in Kochi
Kochi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will return to Kerala in the first week of March, setting the stage for an intense political battle ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections. Modi is scheduled to arrive in Kochi on March 6, where he will officially inaugurate the BJP-led NDA’s election campaign in the state. In a key Read More…
PhonePe Rolls Out PIN-Free Payments Up to ₹5,000 with New Biometric Feature
New Delhi: In a move set to make digital payments faster and more seamless, PhonePe has introduced a biometric authentication feature that allows users to complete transactions of up to ₹5,000 without entering a UPI PIN. The upgrade is designed to simplify everyday payments and enhance user convenience. With the new feature, users can authorize Read More…
Kerala Sets Up 12th Pay Revision Commission; Former Chief Secretary V.P. Joy to Lead Panel
Thiruvananthapuram: In a major move impacting thousands of state government employees, the Kerala government has constituted the 12th Pay Revision Commission to examine and recommend revisions to salary structures and service benefits. Former Chief Secretary V P Joy has been appointed as the Chairman of the Commission. The panel also includes Advocate M. Rajagopalan Nair Read More…
Gold Prices Soar Past ₹1.18 Lakh; Sharp ₹1,520 Jump in a Single Day
Kochi: Gold prices in the state have surged dramatically once again, climbing above the ₹1.18 lakh mark after a steep single-day increase of ₹1,520 per sovereign. With this sharp rise, the price of one sovereign (8 grams) has touched ₹1,18,320 — the highest level recorded so far this month. On a per gram basis, gold Read More…
Kerala Nativity Card Bill Tabled in Assembly; Minister K. Rajan Hails It as a Historic Step
Thiruvananthapuram: In a significant legislative move, the Kerala Nativity Card Bill was introduced in the State Assembly by Minister K Rajan, who termed it a “historic law” that will allow individuals to proudly affirm their identity as Keralites. The Bill, which has already received Cabinet approval, has now been referred to the Subject Committee for Read More…
Major 7.1-Magnitude Earthquake Jolts Malaysia, No Tsunami Threat Reported
Kuala Lumpur: A powerful earthquake measuring 7.1 on the Richter scale struck Malaysia in the early hours of Monday, triggering tremors across parts of the country and neighboring regions. According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), the quake originated near the island of Borneo in Sabah state. The epicenter was located about 100 kilometers Read More…
Global Leaders Applaud India’s AI Vision at AI Impact Summit 2026, Says PM Modi
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that the world has wholeheartedly praised India’s growing leadership and vast potential in Artificial Intelligence at the recently concluded AI Impact Summit 2026. The high-level global gathering, held in the national capital last week, marked a major step forward in international collaboration on AI. The summit concluded with Read More…
Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi Sounds Alarm on ‘Digital Arrest’ Scams, Showcases India’s AI Revolution
New Delhi: In a powerful address during the latest episode of Mann Ki Baat, Prime Minister Narendra Modi cautioned citizens against the growing menace of “digital arrest” scams, urging people to stay alert and not be intimidated by cybercriminals posing as law enforcement officials. Highlighting the alarming rise of such frauds, the Prime Minister explained Read More…










