The northeast monsoon continues to intensify, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) warning of heavy rain and thunderstorms across isolated parts of Kerala today and tomorrow. A yellow alert has been declared for Thiruvananthapuram and Kollam districts, where strong downpours are expected. The IMD has urged residents to stay vigilant, as intense rain may lead Read More…
In a shocking early-morning tragedy, a massive girder from the Arur–Thuravoor elevated highway construction site collapsed onto a moving pickup van, crushing its driver to death. The victim has been identified as Rajesh, a resident of Pathanamthitta. The fatal incident occurred around 3 a.m. on Thursday, sending shockwaves through the region. According to reports, two Read More…
After a sharp rise of ₹1,800 yesterday, gold prices slipped today, marking a downward correction. The price of gold fell by ₹240 per sovereign, bringing the rate to ₹92,040. Correspondingly, the price per gram dropped by ₹30, now standing at ₹11,505. Yesterday morning, gold prices had surged by ₹1,800 per sovereign, but by noon, they Read More…
Alappuzha is set to get its own Water Metro service, modeled after the successful Kochi Water Metro project. The feasibility study for the project will be completed by December, according to officials from Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL), which has been entrusted with the responsibility of developing the project. A similar Water Metro project is Read More…
Kerala’s vibrant port city, Kochi, has been named one of the world’s top 10 trending travel destinations to visit in 2026, according to the globally renowned travel platform Booking.com. Standing proudly alongside destinations like Vietnam, Spain, Colombia, China, Brazil, Australia, Germany, and the United States, Kochi is the only Indian city to feature on the Read More…
As relentless rain continues to lash Idukki, authorities have opened the Ponmudi Dam following a surge in water inflow. The second shutter was lifted by 20 centimeters, releasing nearly 15,000 liters of water per second into the Panniyar River. The district administration has issued an alert to people living along both banks of the river, Read More…
To manage the massive influx of devotees during the Sabarimala Mandala pilgrimage season, Indian Railways has rolled out an extensive special service schedule. A total of 274 train services will be operated, including 32 special trains running in both directions between Kerala and major cities such as Chennai, Hyderabad, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana. Of Read More…
A cyclonic circulation over the southern coast is expected to bring isolated spells of rain across Kerala today, according to the Meteorological Centre. The system is also likely to trigger strong winds, with speeds reaching up to 55 km per hour along the southern Kerala and Lakshadweep coasts. The weather department has urged residents, especially Read More…
The National Dam Safety Authority (NDSA) has confirmed that the Mullaperiyar Dam is structurally sound and poses no safety threat. Following an on-site inspection and a detailed review meeting, NDSA Chairman Anil Jain stated that the dam remains in excellent condition and there is no cause for alarm. The inspection team thoroughly assessed the dam’s Read More…
Kerala’s gold market is glittering once more as prices witnessed a sharp jump of ₹1,800 per sovereign in a single day, crossing the ₹92,000 mark after weeks of fluctuation. According to market updates, the price of one sovereign (8 grams) of gold now stands at ₹92,600, while the price per gram has surged by ₹225, Read More…