Thiruvananthapuram: On his very first day in office, Kerala Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar made a decisive move by reversing a government decision to transfer police officers from the Governor’s security detail. The officers in question were reportedly trusted aides of former Governor Arif Mohammed Khan. The government had replaced them with personnel favored by the Read More…
New Delhi: In a significant diplomatic breakthrough, Iran has extended its support to mediate in the case of Nimisha Priya, an Indian nurse facing a death sentence in Yemen. The Iranian authorities have offered to utilize their diplomatic influence to facilitate meaningful discussions and negotiations aimed at securing a resolution. Nimisha Priya, sentenced in 2020 Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar was formally sworn in as the 23rd Governor of Kerala in a grand ceremony held at Raj Bhavan today. Chief Justice of the Kerala High Court, Justice Nitin Madhukar Jamdar, administered the oath of office at 10:30 AM. Arlekar, who takes over from Arif Mohammed Khan, who has been reassigned as Read More…
The Sabarimala hill shrine has witnessed an extraordinary surge in pilgrim numbers during the 2024 Mandala-Makaravilakku pilgrimage season. As of December 25, 2024, over 32.5 lakh devotees have visited the sacred temple, marking an increase of 4 lakh pilgrims compared to last year. Devaswom Minister V.N. Vasavan confirmed that the pilgrimage is progressing smoothly despite Read More…
Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar is set to be sworn in as the 23rd Governor of Kerala today, January 2, 2025, at 10:30 AM in a grand ceremony at the Raj Bhavan Auditorium, Thiruvananthapuram. The oath of office will be administered by Chief Justice Nitin Madhukar Jamdar of the Kerala High Court. Arlekar arrived in Thiruvananthapuram on Read More…
In a significant step towards rebuilding lives after the devastating July 2024 landslides in Wayanad, which claimed over 400 lives, the Kerala government has unveiled plans to construct two modern townships for the affected families. The state cabinet has approved a master plan for the project, designating 58.50 hectares in Elstone Estate (Kalpetta) and 48.96 Read More…
Thrissur: On New Year’s Day, Bharath Lajhna Multi-State Housing Cooperative Society (BLM) donated tables and chairs to the Thrissur Collectorate Canteen. The event was inaugurated by Additional District Magistrate (ADM) T. Murali, who expressed gratitude to BLM for creating a better dining environment for both Collectorate employees and the public.ADM T. Murali highlighted that it Read More…
Swami Sathchidananda, the head of Kerala’s Sivagiri Mutt, has called for the abolition of the practice that requires men to remove their upper garments before entering temples. Labeling the tradition as “evil,” he stressed that it is outdated and discriminatory, urging a move towards more inclusive customs. The tradition, which has been prevalent in certain Read More…
Arif Mohammed Khan, the outgoing Governor of Kerala, concluded his tumultuous tenure on Sunday, leaving behind a legacy marked by political confrontations and deep emotional connections with the state. In his farewell address, Khan expressed heartfelt gratitude, saying, “My term has come to an end. But Kerala has a very special place in my heart. Read More…
Kerala’s Revenue Minister K Rajan has strongly criticized the Central Government for the five-month delay in declaring the Wayanad landslide a ‘disaster of severe nature’. Rajan emphasized that an earlier declaration—ideally within two months of the calamity—would have significantly improved relief and rehabilitation efforts. The Wayanad landslide, which caused immense damage and loss of life, Read More…