Thrissur: Union Minister Suresh Gopi lauded the relentless efforts of Kerala Revenue Minister K. Rajan in making the 2025 Thrissur Pooram a grand success. Speaking at the “Suchitwa Pooram” event held to honor the sanitation and support workers of the festival, Gopi expressed his heartfelt gratitude, saying he felt like hugging and kissing the minister Read More…
Thrissur – In a spectacular celebration of tradition and grandeur, the 2025 edition of Thrissur Pooram unfolded with unmatched brilliance as tens of thousands gathered to witness the crowning moments of Kerala’s most iconic temple festival. From the thunderous beats of Elanjithara Melam to the kaleidoscopic wonder of Kudamattam (umbrella exchange), the heart of Thrissur Read More…
Thrissur – With lakhs expected to gather for the grand spectacle of Thrissur Pooram, Kerala Police have intensified digital vigilance by deploying a special cyber monitoring team to prevent the spread of communal or provocative content online. According to sources, 20 digitally trained officers have been assigned to closely monitor major social media platforms including Read More…
Thrissur: The skies above Thrissur roared to life as the much-anticipated sample fireworks for Thrissur Pooram lit up the night in a spectacular blaze of color, sound, and excitement. Beginning at 7 PM, Thiruvambady’s breathtaking pyrotechnics set the tone, followed by an equally stunning display by Paramekkavu, leaving thousands in the crowd cheering in awe. Read More…
Thrissur: The cultural heartbeat of Kerala comes alive today as the iconic Thrissur Pooram begins with spectacular flag hoisting ceremonies at the main temples—Thiruvambady and Paramekkavu—and eight participating temples. Known for its unmatched grandeur and tradition, the week-long festival promises vibrant displays, thrilling percussion, majestic elephants, and dazzling fireworks. The celebrations will build up over Read More…
Kochi: In a powerful affirmation of Kerala’s cultural heritage, the Kerala High Court has stressed the deep communal and cultural value of temple festivals, describing them as a vibrant expression of a community’s collective joy, unlike the personal nature of individual worship. This strong observation came from a division bench of Justice Anil K. Narendran Read More…
Thrissur, Kerala — The Kerala government has assured that the 2025 Thrissur Pooram will take place with its full traditional grandeur, including the much-awaited fireworks display, despite new central government regulations that impose stricter safety guidelines. Union Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas and Tourism, Suresh Gopi, affirmed that efforts are ongoing to Read More…
In a significant decision, the Supreme Court of India directed the organizers of the iconic Thrissur Pooram festival to comply with the Captive Elephants Rules. The apex court also stayed the Kerala High Court’s recent orders mandating a strict three-metre distance between elephants paraded during the festival. The Thiruvambady and Paramekkavu Devaswoms — the primary Read More…
By Our Correspondent Thrissur: The Thrissur City Police have started a preliminary inquiry into allegations that the Union Minister of State of Petroleum and Natural Gas and Tourism, Mr Suresh Gopi had misused an ambulance during The Thrissur Pooram in April this year. The police initiated the inquiry against the minister Suresh Gopi based on a Read More…