Kochi: Gold prices in Kerala have continued their downward trend for the second day in a row, registering a total drop of ₹1,400 per sovereign (8 grams) over the weekend. After Saturday’s sharp ₹1,200 fall, prices dipped again by ₹200 today. With the latest decline, the price of one sovereign now stands at ₹71,640, while Read More…
Thrissur: Malayalam actor Shine Tom Chacko is set to undergo surgery today following serious injuries sustained in a car accident in Tamil Nadu. The tragic mishap claimed the life of his father, C.P. Chacko, whose funeral is being held at 10:30 AM today at Carmel Matha Church, Mundur. Despite his injuries, Shine will be briefly Read More…
Kochi: Ride-hailing services in Kochi have come to a standstill today as online taxi drivers launched a day-long strike, demanding an end to alleged exploitation by cab aggregators and calling for standardized fare regulations. The protest, which runs from 6 AM to 6 PM, has been organized by the Online Taxi Community with support from Read More…
Kochi: Millions of Muslims around the world are celebrating Bakrid today — a sacred festival that honors unwavering faith, selfless sacrifice, and deep-rooted compassion. Also known as Eid al-Adha, the “Festival of Sacrifice” derives its name from the Arabic word Adha, meaning sacrifice. The festival commemorates the profound devotion of Prophet Ibrahim, who was willing Read More…
The state government has announced a significant hike in their daily remuneration. Those with University Grants Commission (UGC) qualifications will now receive ₹2,200 per working day, up from the previous ₹1,750 — with the monthly cap increased from ₹43,750 to ₹50,000. The move underscores the government’s recognition of the vital role guest lecturers play in Read More…
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for June 10 in four districts of Kerala—Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, and Ernakulam—forecasting isolated heavy rainfall between 64.5 mm and 115.5 mm within 24 hours. However, despite the rain warnings, the state continues to reel under unusually high temperatures, with many regions recording maximum temperatures 3.1°C Read More…
The Kerala High Court has ruled that the State government cannot charge internship fees from Foreign Medical Graduates (FMGs) undergoing mandatory training in government medical colleges. Justice Devan Ramachandran, delivering the judgment, emphasized that FMGs contribute meaningfully to patient care and hospital operations during their internship, and thus it is unjust to impose financial burdens Read More…
Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) has announced an ambitious plan to power both the Kochi Metro and Water Metro entirely through solar energy by 2030. This visionary move positions Kochi as a national pioneer in energy-neutral public transit. A major highlight of the initiative is the upcoming 17 MW solar farm in Puthukkad, Alappuzha, spanning Read More…
In a major step to tackle growing passenger demand and severe overcrowding on Kerala’s railway routes, Indian Railways is set to ramp up Mainline Electric Multiple Unit (MEMU) services across the state. The move comes in the wake of a significant coach shortage and lack of backup rakes, which have frequently disrupted services and left Read More…
Thrissur: The Guruvayur Temple has made it compulsory to present an original Aadhaar card to receive tokens for special darshan. The decision follows reports of individuals collecting tokens and handing them over to others, bypassing the intended system. As per the new guidelines, only the person whose name is registered for the darshan can collect Read More…