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SOLAR POWER

general | 11 MIN AGO

Sun power: Solar becomes Kerala’s leading power source, overtakes hydropower

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: In a landmark shift for Kerala’s energy landscape, solar power capacity has officially overtaken hydroelectric generation.

TOP STORIES

general | Apr 22

No more postal ballots, Election Commission tells High Court

general | Apr 22

Kumbh Mela viral star's marriage: ST Commission orders case, POCSO charges likely

social-media | Apr 22

"Don't expect respect": Kerala Police Association dismisses former DGP Sreelekha’s 'uncivilized' protest

general | Apr 22

21-year-old daughter of senior civil service officer found murdered; murder carried out using charger cable

general | Apr 22

‘Is it without reason people hate so much? I feel ashamed to have been part of this force for so long’

general | Apr 22

Heatwave alert: District imposes strict ban on physical vacation classes

gulf | Apr 22

Hormuz under fire: Iran strikes container ship as truce crumbles following US seizure

SPECIALS

editorial | Apr 23

Smell of gunpowder: Constant reminder of death

general | Apr 22

World’s best boss? Snack company hands out paid vacations for bad weather

editorial | Apr 22

Departure of migrant workers brings Kerala to standstill

europe | Apr 21

Tiger jumps into audience during circus show; spectators run in panic

social-media | Apr 20

Using Vivo or iQOO phones? Major cyber scam targets users

EPAPER

ASTROLOGY

TRENDING NOW

Thrissur fireworks explosion: Three victims identified, Prime Minister announces ex gratia of two lakhs

Nithin Raj's death: Kerala hartal on April 28

Death toll hits 14 in Mundathikode blast; 10 still critical; forensic testing to identify victims

‘Conduct of Thrissur Pooram will be discussed’; central team will investigate accident

Kerala simplifies birth certificate correction process; helpful for people seeking jobs abroad READ MORE

KERALA

SEXUAL ASSAULT

Accused becomes victim: 17-year-old arrested for sexual assault reveals he was previously assaulted by 36-year-old woman

KASARAGOD: The Rajapuram police have registered a case against a 36-year-old woman for the alleged sexual assault of a 17-year-old boy.

general | Apr 22

Fire breaks out in plastic waste treatment plant in Malappuram; Black smoke spreads panic

general | Apr 22

Bullets found in toilet of Pettah railway hospital; Strict surveillance in area

general | Apr 22

Death toll rises to 10 in Valparai accident, Allegations of medical negligence in Naushad Ali's death

Common Krait bites kid in Thrissur Criticism for singing Christian devotional songs in temple; Temple committee urges not to disturb communal harmony by creating controversies Thrissur fireworks accident: Will ensure best possible treatment for the injured, says Health Minister Kerala braces for scorching week; summer rains provide slight relief Warning for NRIs: Kerala HC clarifies strict rules for repatriation of foreign citizens

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CINEMA

cine-news | Apr 21

Navya Nair faces backlash over Vishu celebration photos following mother-in-law’s demise

cine-news | Apr 20

Fearless & free: Why Surabhi Santosh’s latest swimsuit post is more than just a photo

cine-news | Apr 22

Duo fans have been waiting for: Ahaana Krishna and Nimish Ravi with big annoucement

Following the massive success of her previous independent projects, actress Ahaana Krishna is set to return to the director’s chair.

cine-news | Apr 18

'Not your regular movie guy, learn to respect all religions'; Unni Mukundan responds strongly to Vishu poster controversy

cine-news | Apr 17

Legends unite: Mammukka and Lalettan to share secret details of ‘Patriot’ in special chat show

cine-news | Apr 14

Puthandu treat: Harish Kalyan unveils daughter's name in heartwarming post

cine-news | Apr 14

More intense plot, Rajeev Ravi behind lens; Pani 2 'Deluxe' set to begin shooting on April 17th

cine-news | Apr 13

'Vaazha grows...See you all tomorrow! Writer Vipin Das hints at third instalment

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INDIA

GENERAL
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general | Apr 22

Pahalgam terror attack: One year since the tragedy that shook the nation NEW DELHI: Today marks one year since the brutal terror attack in Pahalgam that claimed the lives of 26 innocent people.

general | Apr 22

Battleground 2026: Tamil Nadu and Bengal set for high-stakes polls tomorrow CHENNAI/KOLKATA – Voting will be held tomorrow, April 23, in all 234 assembly seats in Tamil Nadu and 152 constituencies in the first phase of the West Bengal elections.

general | Apr 21

SC withdraws fine imposed on central govt in dredger corruption case

general | Apr 21

Earthquakes hit Manipur, Myanmar, Colombia and Ecuador after Japan; World on tsunami alert

general | Apr 20

India’s great balancing act: Activating Russian RELOS as Trump re-engages Pakistan

general | Apr 20

Setback for Arvind Kejriwal; Delhi High Court judge refuses to recuse from liquor policy case

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WORLD

others | Apr 21

11 injured after clash erupts at Gurudwara; used guns, pepper spray BERLIN: 11 people were injured after a clash erupted at a gurdwara at Moers in, Germany. The violence was triggered by a financial dispute between the old and new committees regarding the governance of the gurdwara.

others | Apr 20

Diplomacy at deadlock: Iran refuses US outreach in Pakistan TEHRAN: Despite the U.S. delegation’s return to Islamabad for a second round of peace talks, Iran has reiterated its refusal to participate.

others | Apr 20

Major earthquake in Japan, 7.5 magnitude recorded, tsunami alert issued

others | Apr 19

Uncertainty over second round of talks; Iran refuses to send delegation to Islamabad

others | Apr 19

Two Indians shot dead in Italy during Vaisakhi celebrations

america | Apr 10

Artemis II: Countdown to splashdown as crew races home at 40,000 km/h

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LIFESTYLE

GENERAL
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general | Apr 21

Clean sweep: How one village became Kerala’s broom capital THODUPUZHA: What started as a desperate sales pitch during the pandemic has swept through the village of Neeloor, turning a quiet corner of Kerala into a literal

general | Apr 20

Porch with a Badge: KI Bhaskaran's house that refuses to retire KOCHI: Tucked away behind the Gouriswaram school in Cherai, Ernakulam, sits 'Souparnika'—a house that doesn’t just host a policeman; it is a policeman.

general | Apr 20

How to snake-proof your home: Guide to managing heat-induced intrusions

general | Apr 19

£670,000 lifesaver: Titanic ‘Money Boat’ rider's life jacket smashes auction records

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general | Apr 17

Wait time or waste of time? Deciphering the new UPI reform

general | Apr 14

Hidden forge beneath the sea: Massive, untouchable treasure discovered in volcanic depths

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SPORTS

GENERAL
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general | Apr 21

Mumbai Indians crush Gujarat Titans, jump in points table AHMEDABAD: Mumbai Indians registered their second win in the ongoing IPL season by defeating Gujarat Titans by 99 runs.

general | Apr 20

Punjab Kings extend unbeaten streak with big win over LSG NEW CHANDIGARH: Punjab Kings continued their unbeaten run in the IPL with a dominant 54-run win over Lucknow Super Giants.

general | Apr 19

Rinku Singh, Anukul Roy power KKR to thrilling victory

general | Apr 19

Hocus pocus, Shivam Dube out of focus: CSK "lemon-ed" out of game, did SRH actually use black magic?

general | Apr 18

Solving the Post-Dhoni Puzzle: Ashwin suggests Sanju Samson as CSK’s long-term Captain

general | Apr 18

Sarfaraz Ahmed named head coach of Pakistan Test team; four new players in team

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