The project, being implemented jointly by SCTL and Thiruvananthapuram corporation, had faced several hurdles, including relocation and rehabilitation of traders, demolition of the old structures and shifting of Kerala Water Authority pipelines Thiruvananthapuram: The work on the modern Palayam Connemara Market in the city is progressing at a rapid pace and is set to become…
Education minister N Samsudheen T’puram: The state govt is considering extending the school mid-day meal scheme up to the higher secondary (HS) level and introducing breakfast alongside lunch, said general education minister N Samsudheen on Tuesday. He was inaugurating a state-level orientation workshop for district project coordinators and programme officers, organised by Samagra Shiksha Kerala…
The bank said it decided to install CCTV cameras and burglar alarms to strengthen security arrangements – AI image Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala Bank on Thursday said the tender process for installing CCTV cameras and burglar alarms at its branches was conducted transparently through the govt-controlled e-tender portal and in accordance with the applicable rules and procedures.In…
T’puram: The 36th edition of Ganeshotsav celebrations organised by Ganeshotsav Trust Committee will be held from Sept 8 to 16, said the organisers.The celebrations, which were initiated in the capital under the leadership of Subrahmanya Kumar of Merylend Studio, former assistant commissioner of police I N Parameshivan Nair and M S Bhuvanachandran has now grown…
Thiruvananthapuram: The state govt on Tuesday launched a new experiential tourism initiative, ‘Be a Malayali for a Day,’ aimed at giving visitors a direct taste of the state’s identity and culture. Tourism minister P C Vishnunadh said the idea marks a shift from the traditional invitation to ‘come see Kerala’ toward a more immersive call…
Thiruvananthapuram: The capital city is gearing up for Onam Tourism Week, with preparations for the festivities organised by the tourism department entering the final stage. The celebrations will be inaugurated at Nishagandhi Auditorium at 5.30pm on Monday by CM V D Satheesan, marking the beginning of a week of cultural programmes and festivities across the…
Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala State Beverages Corporation (Bevco) is currently running into losses due to a decision by the previous govt to increase gallonage fee, said excise minister M Liju on Friday.Liju said Bevco’s production and sales had increased, but the sharp increase in the gallonage fee had wiped out its profits. The fee, which was five…
