The Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) is facing a major staffing crunch following the retirement of 1,099 employees, including key operational staff like overseers and linemen, on May 31, 2024. This large-scale departure has significantly impacted field operations, intensifying an already existing manpower shortage. To counter the crisis, KSEB has initiated plans to rehire retirees Read More…
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has extended strong support to Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin’s campaign against the Centre’s proposed delimitation exercise, which seeks to redraw parliamentary constituencies based on population figures. Vijayan has confirmed his participation in a high-profile solidarity meeting scheduled for March 22 in Chennai, aimed at forging a united front against Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala has ranked among the top five states in India where a significant portion of the workforce logs more than 70 hours per week, according to recent data. Around 6.16% of workers in the state exceed this threshold, placing Kerala in the fifth position after Gujarat (7.21%), Punjab (7.09%), Maharashtra, and West Bengal. However, Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala has recorded a significant decline in the unnecessary consumption of antibiotics, earning praise from the central government for its effective healthcare model. The state’s stringent measures to curb the overuse of antibiotics, including awareness campaigns and strict prescription guidelines, have contributed to this achievement. Health authorities have attributed this success to Kerala’s proactive Read More…
Kochi: The Kerala High Court has ruled that printers and advertisers will be held responsible for illegal hoardings put up by their clients. The court clarified that even if a client requests it, no unauthorized hoarding or board can be printed or displayed. The court emphasized the need for strict action to curb the increasing Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: In a major step toward promoting automated book sales, Kerala has introduced its first-ever book vending machine in Thiruvananthapuram. The innovative machine allows readers to scan, pay, and collect books instantly, making book purchasing more accessible and convenient. Installed at a prominent location in the city, the vending machine offers a wide range of Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Even as India’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation eased to 3.61%, Kerala continues to experience higher-than-average inflation, putting pressure on household budgets. The persistent rise in food, fuel, and essential commodities prices has contributed to the state’s elevated inflation levels. While the national inflation decline is seen as a positive sign for economic stability, Read More…
Palakkad: The Kerala State Disaster Management Authority (KSDMA) has issued a red alert in Palakkad district due to dangerously high levels of ultraviolet (UV) rays. Authorities have urged the public to take adequate safety precautions, as prolonged exposure to UV rays can lead to sunburn, skin diseases, eye disorders, and other serious health risks. Residents Read More…
Kochi: The Kerala High Court has ruled that recording court proceedings amounts to interfering with the administration of justice, emphasizing that such actions cannot be permitted without prior authorization. The court made this observation while dismissing a petition filed by an infrastructure firm challenging proceedings initiated under the SARFAESI Act, 2002. The bench noted that Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: In a high-profile crackdown, Kerala Police arrested Alexei Besciokov, a Russian crypto scammer wanted by US authorities, from a secluded homestay in Varkala. The fugitive, accused of running a multi-million-dollar cryptocurrency fraud, had been evading arrest for months, using a fake identity to stay under the radar. Acting on an Interpol tip-off, Kerala Police Read More…