Experts have raised concerns over Kerala’s mental healthcare infrastructure, emphasizing the urgent need for more staff, a structured action plan, and increased public awareness. They highlight that despite the state’s advancements in healthcare, mental health services remain understaffed and underfunded, making it difficult to meet the growing demand for psychological support. A key challenge is Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: As summer temperatures continue to soar, Kerala is grappling with a worsening power crisis fueled by surging electricity demand and transformer shortages. The state’s power grid is under immense strain, sparking concerns over frequent power cuts and voltage fluctuations in the coming months. With the mercury rising, households are heavily reliant on air conditioners Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: The world-famous Attukal Pongala is being celebrated today with immense devotion. Thousands of devotees have gathered in the capital city to offer Pongala to Attukal Amma, with prayers and preparations completed. The Pongala rituals will commence at 9:45 AM with a holy purification ceremony, followed by the lighting of hearths (Aduppuvettu) at 10:15 AM. Read More…
New Delhi: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman held crucial talks with Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan in New Delhi to address the state’s ongoing financial crisis. The discussions revolved around Kerala’s request for increased financial assistance and an extension of deadlines for utilizing previously sanctioned funds. Amid rising concerns, CM Vijayan stressed the urgent need Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: In a surprising show of support, Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan has backed Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan in presenting the state’s demands to the central government. Stressing the need for unity, the Governor urged all stakeholders to collaborate without politicizing crucial issues affecting the state. This comes at a time of escalating tensions between Read More…
Kochi: The Kerala High Court has directed that plastic bottles should be avoided at wedding ceremonies and replaced with glass bottles. “These small plastic bottles are creating havoc and can easily be replaced with glass bottles as a better alternative,” the Court stated. The Court observed that plastic waste, especially from single-use bottles, is causing Read More…
Kerala, India’s most literate state, is on the verge of making history by achieving full literacy. A recent study reveals that the state needs just 92,000 more literates to reach this remarkable milestone. As of 2025, Kerala’s literacy rate stands at an impressive 96.2%, the highest among Indian states. With a population of approximately 3.6 Read More…
In a major reform aimed at enhancing transparency in the gold trade, the Kerala government is set to standardize gold prices across the state. Currently, gold rates fluctuate based on a trader’s affiliation with different trade organizations, creating disparities and confusion among consumers. The initiative seeks to unify these prices, ensuring a consistent rate for Read More…
As of March 12, 2025, no official reports indicate extreme ultraviolet (UV) levels or a red alert in Kerala’s Idukki district. Recent alerts issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) have been related to heavy rainfall rather than UV exposure. In December 2024, IMD declared a red alert for Pathanamthitta, Ernakulam, and Idukki districts due Read More…
Five students from a school in Kalamassery, Kerala, have shown symptoms of viral meningitis, prompting health authorities to take immediate action. Their conditions remain stable, and samples have been sent to the National Institute of Virology in Alappuzha for further testing and confirmation. Viral meningitis, an inflammation of the brain and spinal cord membranes, is Read More…