Thrissur: The stage is set and anticipation is high as the 55th Kerala State Film Awards are scheduled to be announced today at 3 PM in Thrissur. The jury, led by acclaimed actor Prakash Raj, has finalized its verdict after weeks of intense evaluation. All eyes are now on Mammootty and Asif Ali, who are Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: After an unprecedented 265-day day-and-night protest outside the Kerala Secretariat, the state’s ASHA workers have decided to end their long sit-in. However, the Kerala ASHA Health Workers Association (KAHWA) has made it clear that the movement is far from over — announcing that the agitation will now continue at the district and grassroots levels Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: In a landmark moment for social progress, Kerala has etched its name in history as India’s first state to eliminate extreme poverty. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan made the historic declaration in the State Legislative Assembly under Rule 300, marking a transformative milestone on Kerala Piravi Day. As the state celebrates 69 years since its Read More…
The Indian Railways has announced the launch of the Ernakulam–Bengaluru Vande Bharat Express. The high-speed train is set to be a game-changer for Malayalis living in Bengaluru, offering faster, more comfortable, and convenient travel — especially during holidays and festival seasons. As per the proposed schedule, the Vande Bharat will depart Bengaluru at 5:00 AM Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala, the land of lush greenery, literacy, and legacy, celebrates its 69th Kerala Piravi Day today — marking the birth of a united Kerala. Formed on November 1, 1956, through the merger of Travancore, Cochin, and Malabar based on linguistic unity, the state stands as a shining example of progress born from people’s movements Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Oscar-winning sound designer and filmmaker Resul Pookutty has been appointed as the Chairperson of the Kerala State Chalachitra Academy. Actress Cuckoo Parameswaran will serve as the Vice Chairperson, while C. Ajay will continue as the Secretary. After director Ranjith stepped down as Chairperson, Premkumar, who was serving as the Vice Chairperson, had been acting Read More…
Sabarimala: The virtual queue booking for the Sabarimala pilgrimage will begin tomorrow. Every day, 70,000 devotees can book slots online, while an additional 20,000 devotees will be allowed darshan through spot booking. In total, 90,000 devotees will be permitted for darshan each day. At Pamba, ten resting sheds and a German tent will be set Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: The Union Ministry of Civil Aviation has granted approval for 48 seaplane routes in Kerala, marking a major milestone in the state government’s ambitious seaplane project. The announcement was made by Public Works and Tourism Minister P.A. Mohammed Riyas, who said that the project is now steadily moving toward becoming a reality. According to Read More…
The Tamil Nadu government has decided to move ahead with its ambitious ₹11,721 crore Aliyar Pumped-Storage Power Project, despite strong objections from Kerala. The Tamil Nadu Infrastructure Development Board (TNIDB) has already invited applications for a transaction advisor, signalling that the state is determined to proceed with the 2,400-MW project under a public-private partnership (PPP) Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: One more person has died in Kerala after being infected with amoebic meningoencephalitis, a rare but deadly brain infection caused by free-living amoebae. The deceased has been identified as Sarasamma, a resident of Thengumkodu, Kallara, in Thiruvananthapuram district. She was 85 years old. According to hospital authorities, Sarasamma had been undergoing treatment at the Read More…