The Kerala High Court has postponed the bail plea hearing of businessman Boby Chemmanur to January 14, extending his stay in judicial custody. Chemmanur is currently lodged in Kakkanad District Jail following his arrest in connection with a sexual harassment complaint filed by actress Honey Rose. The court granted additional time for the state government Read More…
In a significant development in the case of Kerala nurse Nimisha Priya, who is on death row in Yemen, a glimmer of hope has emerged. Iran has reached out to the family of the slain Yemeni man, Abdullatif al-Mahdi, whose death was a key factor in Nimisha Priya’s conviction. Iran has shown willingness to work Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: The Kerala government has reinstated IAS officer K Gopalakrishnan, who was previously suspended for allegedly forming a religion-based WhatsApp group involving government officials. The decision marks a significant development in the state’s administrative affairs. Gopalakrishnan’s suspension was lifted following an internal review of the allegations. The government has not disclosed detailed findings but indicated Read More…
Renowned playback singer P. Jayachandran, fondly known as ‘Bhava Gayakan’ for his soulful and emotive voice, passed away on January 9, 2025, at the age of 80. The iconic singer collapsed at his residence in Punkunnam around 7 pm and was rushed to Thrissur Amala Hospital, where he was pronounced dead at 7:54 pm. Born Read More…
The Kerala GST Department has launched raids on several event organisers linked to the controversial dance event held in Kochi, raising suspicions of tax evasion. The raids have been conducted at key locations, including the office of Mridanga Vision in Wayanad, Oscar Event Management in Thrissur, and Events India in Kochi. The event, which made Read More…
The Kerala government has approved a comprehensive ₹778.17 crore development plan for Sabarimala, aimed at enhancing facilities while preserving the temple’s cultural and ecological significance. The master plan, which will be implemented in three phases, focuses on improving the pilgrimage experience for millions of devotees. Phases of the Plan: First Phase (2025-2028): ₹600.47 croreSecond Phase Read More…
Thrissur: Thrissur district emerged as the champion of the 63rd Kerala State School Kalolsavam, clinching the prestigious Golden Cup after a 25-year-long wait. Thrissur secured a total of 1,008 points in a nail-biting finale, narrowly surpassing Palakkad, which finished with 1,007 points. The victory is particularly significant as Thrissur’s last win was during the Kollam Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan emphasized that Kerala’s cities deserve the prestigious UNESCO World Book Capital title, given the state’s rich literary culture and reading traditions. He was speaking at the inauguration of the third edition of the Kerala Legislature International Book Festival (KLIBF) in Thiruvananthapuram. The festival, which celebrates literature, knowledge, and culture, Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: The 63rd State School Arts Festival will come to a grand conclusion on January 8, 2025. The festival, which has witnessed fierce competition and vibrant cultural displays from students across the state, will wrap up with a much-awaited valedictory ceremony. To mark the occasion, an official holiday has been declared for all government, aided, Read More…
Kochi: Prominent businessman and social media personality Boby Chemmanur has been taken into custody by the Kochi police following a complaint from actress Honey Rose. The actress accused Chemmanur of making obscene comments and sexual innuendos, leading to the registration of a police case under the IT Act and related sections. Chemmanur had initially denied Read More…