Thiruvananthapuram

November 2, 2025 1:41 PM

Vice President Radhakrishnan hails role of libraries in empowering communities

Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan on Sunday virtually addressed the International Conference on “Libraries Empowering Communities - Global Perspectives” organised by the P.N. Panicker Foundation at Kanakakkunnu Palace in Thiruvananthapuram. The two-day conference, being held from November 2 to 3, marks 80 years of the organised library movement in Kerala, inspired by the vision of P.N. Panicker - revered as the pioneer of India’s library and literacy movement. In his address, the Vice Pre...

October 23, 2025 11:38 AM

President Murmu unveils bust of former President K.R. Narayanan at Raj Bhavan in Thiruvananthapuram

President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday unveiled the bust of former President K.R. Narayanan at Raj Bhavan, Thiruvananthapuram. Addressing the gathering, President Murmu described K.R. Narayanan’s life as “a story of courage, perseverance, and self-belief,” highlighting how he rose from humble beginnings to occupy the highest constitutional office in the country. She said Narayanan’s academic excellence and dedication reflected the transformative power of education and determination. Befo...

July 14, 2025 11:26 AM

Union Minister Raksha Khadse inaugurates final round of Mann Ki Baat Talent Hunt Season 5 in Thiruvananthapuram

Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports Raksha Nikhil Khadse inaugurated the final round of the “Mann Ki Baat Talent Hunt Season 5” on Sunday at Jyothis Central School in Thiruvananthapuram. Organised by the Global Givers Foundation in collaboration with Mera Yuva Bharat (MyBharat), Kerala, the talent hunt aims to inspire students by encouraging them to engage with the themes and messages shared in the Prime Minister’s monthly radio address, Mann Ki Baat. The initiative is de...

June 15, 2025 11:16 AM

Heavy rain to lash Kerala till June 18, IMD issues red alert for five districts

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast widespread heavy to very heavy rainfall across Kerala till June 18, prompting authorities to issue red, orange, and yellow alerts for multiple districts. Squally weather conditions are also expected along the state’s coastline, leading to a ban on fishing activities. A red alert, indicating extremely heavy rainfall exceeding 20 cm in 24 hours, has been issued for Malappuram and Kozhikode on June 17. The alert is extended to Wayanad, Kann...