Thiruvananthapuram – The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather alert for Kerala, warning of thunderstorms with lightning, gusty winds, and the possibility of heavy rainfall today, Saturday, April 12, 2025. Wind speeds are expected to reach 30–40 km/h, with isolated regions likely to receive 64.5 mm to 115.5 mm of rain within 24 Read More…
Kochi: The Kerala High Court has granted permission to the state government to take possession of land for the rehabilitation of victims affected by landslides in Wayanad. The court directed the government to deposit an additional ₹17 crore in the High Court registry, in addition to the ₹26 crore that has already been deposited. The Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram, April 11, 2025: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert in five districts of Kerala—Pathanamthitta, Idukki, Malappuram, Wayanad, and Kannur—as the state prepares for isolated heavy rainfall on Friday. This is an expansion from the previous alert for three districts, following updated weather predictions. The IMD forecasts rainfall between 64.5 mm Read More…
In anticipation of Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan’s visit to Alappuzha, local police issued a directive instructing beach vendors to cease operations temporarily. The circular, aimed at ensuring security and order during the high-profile event, has sparked discontent among the vendor community. Vendors expressed frustration over the abrupt notice, highlighting the financial strain caused by Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled a series of groundbreaking development projects in Varanasi, spotlighting the city’s dual role as a beacon of spiritual tradition and a rising center of modern infrastructure. In a passionate address, the Prime Minister emphasized the government’s vision of holistic progress—where timeless cultural heritage and state-of-the-art facilities grow hand in hand. Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: In a bold and tourism-friendly move, the Kerala government has unveiled its 2025–26 liquor policy, bringing sweeping changes that aim to modernize regulations while preserving tradition. Among the standout features is a provision allowing star hotels to serve toddy, Kerala’s iconic local brew, at events like destination weddings, conferences, and business meets. The policy Read More…
Kochi: Gold prices in Kerala are on a meteoric rise, smashing records and edging closer to the ₹70,000 milestone. With a steep hike of ₹1,480 per sovereign (8 grams) today alone, the price has reached an all-time high of ₹69,960. Per gram, the rate now stands at ₹8,745 — a ₹185 jump. In just three Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: The eagerly awaited schedule for KEAM 2025 has been officially released by the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations. The computer-based entrance tests for admission to engineering and pharmacy courses for the academic year 2025–26 will be conducted from April 23 to 29 across various centers. Engineering aspirants will appear for the exam from 2 PM Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram – In a significant move to regulate online movie ticket sales and ensure transparency in pricing, the Kerala government is set to launch a dedicated mobile app for booking movie tickets online. The initiative is part of the state’s efforts to curb excessive service charges and bring all theatres under a unified ticketing platform. Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy rainfall across Kerala on Thursday and Friday due to a depression over the west-central Bay of Bengal. As a precaution, yellow alerts have been issued in several districts. Yellow alerts are in effect for Thiruvananthapuram, Wayanad, and Kannur on Thursday, and for Malappuram, Wayanad, and Kannur Read More…