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…