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Kerala saw alcohol sales of over Rs 826 crore during Onam

As Kerala celebrated Onam, the Kerala State Beverages Corporation (KSBC) recorded liquor sales worth Rs 826.38 crore from its BEVCO outlets during the festive season, officials said. IMAGE: Onam......

Catholic body moves HC against content of Malayalam movie Haal

The Catholic Congress, an organisation of the laity under the Syro-Malabar church, on Friday told the Kerala high court that the upcoming Malayalam movie Haal starring Shane Nigam has......

CBFC cuts beef biryani scene from Malayalam movie

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has directed the removal of several scenes, including those depicting the eating of beef biriyani and dialogues on 'dhwaj pranam', from the upcoming......

Keralites drank liquor worth Rs 818 cr during 12-day Onam

As Onam celebrations spread across Kerala, the state-run BEVCO, has reported record-breaking liquor sales, underscoring the central role spirits play in marking one of the state's most beloved......

It's The Enemy's Flag. I Still Won't Step On It

'I'm not dismissing the anger that drives people to stomp on the enemy's flag.'In times of collective grief and rage, that kind of expression is understandable, especially in the age of viral......

Banks, NBFCs Light Up Season With Special Offers

Kindly note this illustration is generated using ChatGPT and is only posted for representational purposes. Banks and shadow banks have announced a range of offers for the festivals, hoping the......

Passenger vehicle dispatches dip marginally in July

Passenger vehicle dispatches from companies to dealers in the domestic market declined marginally year-on-year in July, hit by muted demand, industry body SIAM said on Thursday. Photograph: Karen......

Tax cut may bolster credit growth in H2

After a subdued first quarter of 2025-26 (Q1FY26), banks are now betting big on the festive season, rolling out attractive loan offers to boost credit growth in the second half of the current......

Auto firms align dispatches with retail demand amid stock pileup

Manufacturers of passenger vehicles (PVs) in the first half of the calendar year (2025) reported a modest 0.5 per cent year-on-year increase in wholesale dispatches, while retail sales grew 2.5 per......

Kerala likely to witness all-time high liquor sales this Onam

Kerala is likely to witness all-time high liquor sales this Onam, the harvest festival, with the season already reporting a 30 per cent hike. Photograph: PTI Photo According to the Kerala State......

Catholic body moves HC against content of Malayalam film Haal

The Catholic Congress, an organisation of the laity under the Syro-Malabar church, on Friday told the Kerala high court that the upcoming Malayalam movie Haal starring Shine Nigam has......

Will Kantara Storm The Diwali Box Office?

It's 'not looking like a Diwali lineup, which is usually grand and has superstar movies.' IMAGE: Will Kantara -- A Legend Chapter 1 be Diwali 2025's biggest hit? Aditya Sarpotdar's Thamma is a......

Param Sundari Review: Just Like A Kerala Reel

The lead pair looks good on screen. But each time they look lovingly into each other's eyes, the viewer’s eye wanders over to the gorgeous landscape, observes Deepa Gahlot. The message finally......

Stars Wish 'Lots Of Love And Payasam' This Onam

Film folk celebrated Onam on Sunday, and wished their fans with heartfelt greetings and posted pictures on social media. Photograph: Kind courtesy Malavika Mohanan/Instagram Malavika Mohanan goes......

Nayanthara-Vignesh, Twins Celebrate Onam

Nayanthara and Vignesh Shivan celebrated their first Onam with twins, Uyir and Ulag, over the weekend. Vignesh posted pictures and posted, 'First Onam with my Uyir & Ulagam. As the festival starts......

Superfans And Cricketers' Secret Passions

Every summer, Sudhir Gautam makes a pilgrimage to Sachin Tendulkar's Mumbai home, carrying a box of Muzaffarpur litchis from his home town in Bihar, a gesture sweeter than the fruit itself. IMAGE:......

Harbhajan wishes Onam to 'friend' Sreesanth

IMAGE: Shikhar Dhawan and spinner Harbhajan Singh extended their wishes to their fans. Photograph: BCCI Cricket fraternity on Wednesday greeted netizens on the occasion of Onam. India......

Don't miss! Kohli's Onam greetings in Malayalam

As Kerala celebrates the joyous harvest festival of Onam, Indian cricketers took to Twitter to wish the country and everyone on the joyous occasion. 'Happy Onam to those who are celebrating the......

PHOTOS: Sachin Tendulkar celebrates Onam with Kerala Blasters lads!

IMAGE: Sachin Tendulkar, co-owner of Indian Super League football club Kerala Blasters, enjoys Onam Sadhya. Photograph: Kerala Blasters FC/Twitter. Legendary cricketer and co-owner of Indian Super......