In a significant move to curb ragging in educational institutions, the Kerala High Court has directed the state government to evaluate the effectiveness of existing anti-ragging laws and consider necessary amendments. The directive was issued by a division bench comprising Chief Justice Nitin Jamdar and Justice S. Manu while reviewing a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) Read More…
The CPI(M) Kerala State Conference, which commenced in Kollam, is centered around discussions on how to retain power for a third consecutive term in the state. CPI(M) state secretary M.V. Govindan told the media that the conference will focus on policy decisions and strategic debates aimed at strengthening the party-led Left Democratic Front (LDF) government Read More…
In a determined bid to locate eight workers trapped inside the Srisailam Left Bank Canal (SLBC) tunnel in Telangana, the Kerala Police have dispatched two highly trained cadaver dogs and their handlers. This deployment follows a request from the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) to the Kerala State Disaster Management Authority. The tragic tunnel collapse Read More…
Two men from Kerala, Muhammed Rinash A and Muraleedharan P V, were executed in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) after being convicted in separate murder cases. The executions took place after all legal procedures and appeals were exhausted. Muhammed Rinash, a native of Kannur, was working at a travel agency in Al Ain before his Read More…
Massive waterlogging along the banks of Vembanad Lake has forced hundreds of families to flee their homes in search of safer shelter. The crisis has severely impacted daily wage workers, many of whom have been left with no choice but to relocate to rented accommodations. According to reports, around 1,500 families across five wards have Read More…
Kerala continues to battle extreme heat as temperatures soar, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicting a further rise of 2 to 3°C in the coming days. Except for hilly regions, hot and humid conditions are expected to persist across the state. A yellow alert has been issued in 11 districts, warning of scorching temperatures. Read More…
The Communist Party of India (Marxist) is set to hold its Kerala State Conference from March 6, with preparations in full swing. The conference will focus on key political strategies, organizational matters, and upcoming electoral challenges. Senior party leaders, delegates, and representatives from across the state will participate in discussions aimed at shaping the party’s Read More…
ASHA (Accredited Social Health Activist) workers in Kerala have announced plans to intensify their ongoing protest by inviting all women in the state to join them on International Women’s Day, March 8. Speaking to reporters, the workers emphasized that their demands for better wages, job security, and recognition of their contributions to the healthcare system Read More…
Gold prices in Kerala are on a sharp upward trend, with a notable ₹440 jump today alone. The price of one sovereign (8 grams) has now reached ₹64,520, while the per-gram rate has risen by ₹55 to ₹8,065. After a temporary dip of ₹1,000 in recent days, gold prices have made a strong comeback. The Read More…
Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar has strongly criticized Asianet News, a channel under his media group, for allegedly mocking the Maha Kumbh Mela in its weekly political commentary program, Cover Story. Chandrasekhar asserted that faith is deeply significant for every Hindu and condemned any content that disrespects religious sentiments. The controversy erupted after the program linked Read More…