Kerala

Kerala's Onam festival beautifully mirrors the state's rich cultural heritage, embodying the spirit of unity, harmony, and togetherness. Rooted in the legend of King Mahabali-who is believed to visit Kerala every year-the celebration reflects an era of justice, equality, and prosperity. ...

The much-awaited 20-coach Vande Bharat Express has arrived in Kerala, set to replace the current 16-coach Mangaluru-Thiruvananthapuram service. The official launch date will be finalized after necessary inspections at the Mangaluru depot. With this upgrade, passenger capacity will increase from 1,016 ...

On Wednesday, Kerala will come alive with vibrant Onam celebrations across its districts. The festivities will include grand inaugurations, cultural showcases, and musical performances. Popular venues such as Thirunakkara in Kottayam, Nishagandhi at Kanakakunnu in Thiruvananthapuram, and Indira Priyadarshini ...

With Thiruvonam approaching, the excitement around Onam celebrations is reaching its peak. This year, air travelers have the chance to relish the traditional Onam Sadya-a festive meal being served on select flights-bringing Kerala's rich culinary heritage to the skies. ...

The State government's Onam celebrations will officially begin on September 3, with a week-long series of events. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan will inaugurate the festivities at 6 p.m. at the Nishagandhi Auditorium, Kanakakkunnu, as announced by Minister for General Education V. ...

The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) has announced the addition of 90 special buses to handle the increased travel demand during the Onam festival. These services will operate from Bengaluru to Kerala between Tuesday and Thursday, with return ...

Onam, celebrated from August 26 to September 5, 2025, is one of Kerala's most vibrant festivals. A key highlight of the celebrations is Vallam Kali, the traditional snake boat race, where Kerala's serene backwaters transform into thrilling racecourses. This unique blend ...

In Munnar, the neelakurinji flowers are now in full bloom, adding to the festive spirit of Onam. These vibrant blossoms have started carpeting the hillsides after the peak of the monsoon. Visitors can admire the rare sight at locations like Grahamsland ...

The third edition of the North Malabar Travel Bazaar (NMTB) is set to take place on November 15 and 16, 2025, at Kannur International Airport. Organized by the North Malabar Chamber of Commerce in collaboration with local tourism bodies, the event ...

The Kerala government is set to introduce a special subsidized loan scheme to foster entrepreneurship under its women-friendly tourism initiative. Spearheaded by the Tourism Department in collaboration with the Kerala State Women's Development Corporation (KSWDC) and the Responsible Tourism Mission, this ...

Heavy rainfall has caused widespread disruption in Kerala, leading to significant waterlogging in areas like Thrissur and Kochi. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast intense rain across the state and issued multiple alerts based on severity. A red ...

Kerala is experiencing a resurgence of rainfall and strong winds, influenced by evolving weather systems over the Bay of Bengal. On July 23, 2025, heavy rain was reported across several regions of the state, with Cheruthoni and Udumbannoor in Idukki registering ...