By Our Special Correspondent Nilambur : Rebel Independent (Left) MLA P N Anwar struck strongly at Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and CPI(M) in Kerala with serious allegations, not afraid of wounding . Anwar told a two-hour-long press conference here today alleged that the investigations towards his complaint against ADGP M R Ajith Kumar and Chief Read More…
Kozhikode: Union Minister for Food Distribution and Social Justice, B.L. Verma, highlighted the pivotal role the cooperative sector will play in India’s development during the coming years. Speaking at the 19th Annual General Meeting of Bharat Legion Multi-State Housing Co-Operative Society in Kozhikode, he emphasized that the central government is actively crafting policies to boost Read More…
The Kerala High Court has enforced a ban on vlogger videography in the Guruvayur temple courtyard after a viral video showed a couple cutting a cake within the temple premises. The incident sparked widespread outrage among devotees who felt it disrespected the sanctity of the temple. The court emphasized that the temple is a sacred Read More…
India has confirmed its second case of Mpox (monkeypox), with a 38-year-old man from Malappuram, Kerala, testing positive for the virus after returning from the UAE. The man initially sought treatment at a private hospital but was later transferred to Manjeri Medical College for specialized care. He remains in isolation, and the Kerala health authorities Read More…
The Malayalam film industry is set for a transformative change with the formation of the “Progressive Filmmakers’ Union,” spearheaded by leading figures such as Aashiq Abu, Anjali Menon, Rima Kallingal, and others. The union, currently in discussions, aims to champion workers’ rights and promote a progressive, inclusive culture within the industry. The union has already Read More…
By Our Special Correspondent Kochi: A total of 313 passengers and four Railway employees died of train accidents in the 2023-24 financial year, Ministry of Railways said in response to information sought under the Right to Information Act. The number of deaths and injuries were the highest during 2023-24 and in almost half the Read More…
After years of anticipation, the Kerala state cabinet has approved the construction of the Sreekariyam flyover in Thiruvananthapuram, a major step towards resolving the city’s traffic congestion. This project, costing ₹71.38 crore, is part of the Light Metro initiative and will cover 535 meters, featuring four lanes and service roads on both sides. The flyover Read More…
In a landmark judgment, the Kerala High Court has greenlit the use of sun control films on vehicles, offering much-needed respite to drivers from the oppressive heat. This ruling modifies earlier restrictions that banned sun films due to safety concerns, such as reduced visibility and potential misuse for illegal activities. The court, however, stressed that Read More…
By our Special Correspondent, Kozhikoder: Suicide deaths were on a considerable increase in Kerala from 2012-2023 , a study revealed here. While 8490 suicides were reported in the State in 2012, the number went up to 10,972 in 2023. The lowest during the period was in 2015 with 7692 suicides, a study by Kozhikode based Thanal, Read More…
For the first time, the Kerala High Court will review the uncensored Hema Committee Report on Tuesday, which could expose deep-rooted issues of misconduct and exploitation in the Malayalam film industry. Formed in 2017 to investigate the treatment of women in the industry, the Hema Committee’s findings were previously kept under wraps, with only a Read More…