Kochi: The Kerala High Court has expressed dissatisfaction with the State-Level Bankers’ Committee’s (SLBC) proposal for a loan moratorium and restructuring for Wayanad landslide survivors. A Division Bench orally observed that the recommendation was “not at all satisfying,” signaling concerns over the adequacy of relief measures suggested by the bankers’ panel. The court’s remarks highlight Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala Chief Secretary Sarada Muraleedharan took a strong stand against color-based discrimination with a powerful Facebook post. Responding to a comment that compared her leadership with her husband’s, linking it to her skin color, she called out the deep-rooted bias against dark skin. In her post, she boldly stated, “I dig black,” emphasizing the Read More…
Kochi: The Kerala High Court has permitted the state government to go ahead with the acquisition of land for the Wayanad rehabilitation project. The court has allowed the government to take symbolic possession of the land by depositing ₹26 crore as compensation. The court’s decision clears legal hurdles that had previously delayed the project. By Read More…
Kerala Blasters FC has officially appointed Spanish coach David Catala as their new head coach on a one-year contract. The former CD Eldense manager takes over the reins of the Indian Super League (ISL) club, aiming to strengthen the team’s performance in the upcoming season. Catala, a former defender with extensive experience in Spanish football, Read More…
In a shocking turn of events, the parents of the Walayar rape and murder victims have approached the Kerala High Court, challenging the CBI’s decision to include them as accused in the case. The parents have alleged that the investigation was biased and influenced by “extraneous considerations” to shield the real culprits behind the tragic Read More…
Kerala is facing an alarming surge in juvenile drug abuse, prompting the state government to take decisive action. Over the past two months, 149 adolescents have sought rehabilitation for substance addiction at the ‘Vimukthi’ de-addiction center in Pala. Disturbingly, 20 of these individuals were under the age of 15, highlighting the growing crisis among Kerala’s Read More…
The Central Government has shown a positive stance towards setting up an All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Kerala, according to senior Congress leader and former MP Prof. K V Thomas. He stated that the Union Health Ministry is open to discussions with Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan regarding the establishment of the Read More…
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has urged the Central Government to intervene in the rising airfare costs affecting Haj pilgrims from the state. He highlighted the financial strain imposed by exorbitant ticket prices, particularly on those with limited means, and called for regulatory measures to ensure fair and affordable travel expenses. The issue is most Read More…
Kerala’s Excise Minister M.B. Rajesh has reiterated the state’s strong opposition to deep-sea mining, emphasizing concerns over its environmental and economic impact. Despite repeated objections from Kerala, the central government has moved forward with amendments to facilitate offshore mineral extraction, sparking outrage among environmentalists and the fishing community. Critics warn that deep-sea mining could disrupt Read More…
The Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau (VACB) has officially cleared ADGP M.R. Ajith Kumar of all corruption allegations, dismissing accusations leveled by Nilambur MLA P.V. Anvar. The probe examined multiple claims, including gold smuggling at Karipur Airport, illegal wealth accumulation, and financial irregularities in property deals. However, the VACB found no credible evidence against Ajith Kumar. Read More…