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8 kg gold worth over Rs 11 crore seized at Kerala airports in one week

Customs officials in Kerala seized eight kilograms of gold worth over eleven crore rupees during recent enforcement actions. Last week's coordinated operations resulted in the indictment of fourteen individuals, leading to the arrest of nine, including six from Kerala and three from Tamil Nadu. The smugglers have resorted to using…

The Economic Times · Aug 2

National Insurance rejects mediclaim over 'hidden hypertension': Court says insurers can't deny genuine claims without evidence; orders over Rs 2 lakh payout

National Insurance Company has been ordered to pay over Rs 2 lakh to a Thrissur man after a Kerala consumer commission ruled that the insurer failed to produce any conclusive medical evidence to prove his heart condition was linked to a pre-existing disease, finding its claim repudiation unjustified and amounting…

The Economic Times · Aug 2

Parts of Kerala received over 300 mm rainfall on Aug 1: KSDMA

Kerala experienced significant rainfall, with some areas receiving up to 320 mm. Waterlogging affected roads and low-lying regions across several districts of the state. Rains caused inundation and damage to homes, prompting rescue operations. While rainfall subsided, floodwaters remained in many affected areas. Some dam water levels dropped, but others…

The Economic Times · Aug 2

Kerala Weather Today: Is your district under Orange alert? IMD warns of heavy rain in 11 districts

Kerala Weather Update: Eleven Kerala districts are under an orange alert for heavy rainfall today. Authorities have declared holidays for educational institutions in four districts. An offshore trough is causing continuous moisture-laden winds to reach the coast. Fishermen are advised to stay off the rough seas due to squally winds.…

The Economic Times · Aug 1

Kerala plans round-the-clock Supplyco stores, expands Onam subsidy push

Kerala will upgrade Maveli Stores into Super Stores and launch 24x7 convenience outlets. Market intervention measures will intensify ahead of the Onam festival season. Subsidised rice allocation will increase, and trade fairs will be organised across the state. The government aims to ensure essential commodities are available at affordable prices.…

The Economic Times · Jul 31

Silverstorm Parks & Resorts IPO set for BSE SME debut; Grey market signals mild listing upside

Silverstorm Parks & Resorts shares debut on the BSE SME platform this Friday. Grey market trends suggest the listing will be above the issue price. The company raised Rs 82.43 crore through its recent IPO. Funds will support business expansion and infrastructure development projects. Strong financial performance in FY2025-26 precedes…

The Economic Times · Jul 31

Weather forecast for July 31, 2026: Check IMD rain alerts for Delhi, Gujarat, Kerala and more

Heavy rainfall is expected across large parts of India on Friday. Active monsoon conditions will persist over north, central, east, and southern regions. Several states are likely to witness heavy to very heavy rainfall. Thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds have also been forecast. Intense monsoon activity will continue…

The Economic Times · Jul 31

'Labourers earn more than MBBS doctors': Kerala doctor's viral video sparks debate about medical profession

An Instagram video sparked debate about MBBS doctor salaries in Kerala. The user claimed low pay and limited government vacancies exist. Concerns were raised about the growing number of medical colleges in the state. Students were advised to explore alternative healthcare careers. Social media users offered differing views on doctor…

The Economic Times · Jul 30

'With hard work, we can achieve anything': This Kerala boy has built cardboard robots that do most household chores

Levin Paulose, a young student from Kerala, gained widespread attention for his innovative creations. He builds functional robots and devices using discarded household items and scrap materials. His creations include a water fetching device and an automatic curry stirrer. A humanoid robot built from cardboard has particularly impressed many viewers.…

The Economic Times · Jul 30

Centre issues 7th draft to notify Western Ghats eco-sensitive zone

The Centre has issued its seventh draft notification for the Western Ghats ecologically sensitive area. This proposal designates approximately 56,825 sq km as a sensitive zone across six states. Southern states, particularly Kerala, have raised objections to the proposed prohibitions. The draft includes phased notification to expedite the designation process.…

The Economic Times · Jul 29