Kerala’s pioneering Kerala Fibre Optic Network (KFON) is now ready to spread its wings across the nation. With the acquisition of a prestigious Category ‘A’ ISP license, KFON is officially authorized to provide broadband internet services throughout India. What began as a bold state-level initiative by the LDF government is now poised to become a Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Get ready for another thrilling cricket spectacle as the Kerala Cricket League (KCL) returns with its much-awaited second season, following the roaring success of its debut edition. The action-packed tournament will unfold at the Greenfield Stadium in Kariavattom, Thiruvananthapuram, from August 22 to September 7. Launched by the Kerala Cricket Association (KCA) in a Read More…
Wayanad: Torrential overnight rain has sparked concern in Chooralmala as the Punappuzha river surged with force near Mundakkai, following a downpour of 100 mm. The river is now flowing aggressively beneath the Bailey bridge—an area that faced catastrophic landslides just last year. The Mundakkai–Attamala road has been submerged due to the rising water level, prompting Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: As Kerala’s current State Police Chief Sheikh Darvesh Sahib prepares to retire on June 30, the race to appoint his successor has reached its decisive phase. A key meeting of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) will take place in New Delhi tomorrow to finalize a shortlist of three senior IPS officers. Kerala Chief Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: A significant decision on milk prices could be on the horizon as the Thiruvananthapuram Regional Union of MILMA (Kerala Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation) convenes today to discuss a proposed price hike. The Ernakulam Regional Union has already recommended an increase of ₹10 per litre to MILMA Chairman K.S. Mani, citing rising operational costs. The Read More…
The Kerala government has released ₹54.86 crore to pay the full three-month honorarium for over 26,000 ASHA workers, covering June, July, and August at ₹7,000 per month—despite the central government delaying ₹100 crore in incentive funds. Kerala, which already pays the highest ASHA honorarium in the country, has once again proven its leadership in supporting Read More…
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for five northern Kerala districts — Kasaragod, Kannur, Wayanad, Kozhikode, and Malappuram — warning of moderate to heavy rainfall (7–12 cm) within 24 hours. The alert comes amid the active southwest monsoon season, with isolated thunderstorms and wind gusts up to 40 km/h expected across Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram – Former Kerala Chief Minister and veteran CPM leader VS Achuthanandan is showing signs of recovery after being hospitalized following a heart attack. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan personally visited him at Pattom SUT Hospital on Tuesday, where the 90-year-old leader is currently under treatment in the intensive care unit. Though the Chief Minister spoke Read More…
A looming environmental crisis is unfolding off the Kerala coast as the sunken cargo vessel ELSA 3, which went down on May 25, remains untouched with hundreds of tonnes of fuel and toxic chemicals still onboard. Located 14.6 nautical miles off Thottappally, the ship is carrying 367 tonnes of low-sulphur fuel oil and 84 tonnes 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…