A political dispute has arisen between Kerala and the Centre over a ₹132 crore charge for Indian Air Force (IAF) airlift operations during the Wayanad landslide relief efforts. The Kerala government has raised concerns about the hefty fee, questioning the charge, while the Centre insists on payment. This disagreement reflects the ongoing conflict between the Read More…
BJP state president K. Surendran has strongly criticized the Kerala government for allegedly deceiving the High Court by failing to provide accurate details about the Wayanad relief fund and rehabilitation progress. He described this as an act of gross negligence and betrayal of the people. Surendran highlighted that the delay in submitting reports to the Read More…
The Supreme Court has intervened in a dispute over the cancellation of the Udayasthamana Pooja on Vrishchikam Ekadasi at the renowned Guruvayoor Sri Krishna Temple. The Guruvayoor Devaswom Board cited crowd management challenges as the reason for altering the centuries-old ritual. Despite the Kerala High Court upholding this decision, devotees challenged it, emphasizing the ritual’s Read More…
The Kerala State Electricity Board’s (KSEB) new Time-of-Day billing will affect 7.9 lakh domestic consumers, introducing variable rates based on peak and non-peak hours. The revised structure aims to manage power demand but has drawn sharp criticism from the opposition, who argue it will burden consumers, especially in rural areas. The billing encourages reducing usage Read More…
In a significant development in the Munambam Waqf land dispute, the Kerala High Court has temporarily protected local landowners from potential eviction. The conflict revolves around residents who purchased land from the Farook College managing committee, with the Waqf Board asserting ownership under the Waqf Act. The petitioners argue that the Act’s Section 14, which Read More…
Starting December 2024, Kerala has increased electricity rates by 16 paise per unit due to a decline in domestic power production, forcing the state to rely more on external sources. While the government assures the hike will not impose a significant burden on consumers, discussions for a special summer tariff are ongoing. A report from Read More…
The Kerala High Court has directed the Travancore Devaswom Board to prevent VIP darshan from obstructing regular pilgrims at Sabarimala during the Mandala-Makaravilakku festival. This follows reports that actor Dileep’s visit on December 5 caused crowding and blocked access to the temple. The court warned of contempt proceedings against officials who grant VIP privileges that Read More…
The Kerala High Court has demanded a detailed report from the state government regarding the available funds in the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) and how they have been spent, particularly after the devastating landslides in Wayanad. The court’s move comes amid an ongoing dispute over the allocation and timely release of funds by the Read More…
In a move to curb distractions, the Kerala High Court has imposed a ban on the use of social media by its employees during office hours, including lunch breaks. The decision comes after an assessment revealed that activities such as playing online games, browsing social media, watching movies, and engaging in online trading were affecting Read More…
Alappuzha: Five medical students lost their lives in a devastating accident when their car collided with a KSRTC bus near Kayamkulam in Kerala. Two other students sustained critical injuries and are undergoing treatment at a local hospital. The incident occurred on the national highway at Changanassery Junction, where the students’ car, traveling at high speed, Read More…