Pinarayi accuses IUML, Cong. of aligning with fundamentalist forces
Centre slammed for undermining federal principles, hindering Keralas development; 566 participants attend CPI(M) Kannur district conference
Youth thanks saviours on Cherai beach for giving him lease of life
KOCHI: A 19-year-old youth who was swept out to sea by rip waves before being revived by two lifeguards stopped over at Cherai beach, over three months after the incident, to thank his saviours. On the evening of October 8, lifeguards Jeffy K Paulose, 39, and Shajan P K, 50, noticed Christos Joshy struggling in the waves. The duo immediately swung into action and managed to pull the youth out. He was unconscious and had no pulse. But we didnt lose hope, and administered five cycles of CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation). Finally, we detected a faint pulse, recounted Jeffy. They took Christos to a nearby hospital, but doctors there asked them to rush him to a city hospital as he required immediate ventilator support. A native of Kannur who works in a restaurant in Ernakulam, Christos remained on ventilator support for four days, before making a gradual recovery at Lisie Hospital. The boys father used to call us over phone, saying his son hoped to meet us. However, we advised him complete rest. He went on to contract pneumonia and had to be hospitalised again, Jeffy said. Days rolled by and the Christos regained his health, and one of the first things he did was travel to Cherai beach to meet Jeffy and Shajan. It was a cheerful rendezvous on Thursday. Were extremely happy to see him get back to health. He has also returned to his job at a city restaurant, said a beaming Jeffy.
CPI(M) Kannur district meet likely to witness heated debates
M.V. Jayarajan demands Vigilance probe into alleged corruption in Kannur Corpn.s waste management
Meet the fertility specialist gynaec who loves to deliver film roles
An astute laparoscopic surgeon when in his medical institution. A passionate actor otherwise. Juggling these two roles required Dr Amar Ramachandrans dexterity for the past 15 years. His latest Dwayam, too, demanded that. He used to shoot for two days and then would go attend his medical duties. He is passionate about both, says Santosh Balakrishnan, writer and director of Dwayam, a feel-good psychological feature film that has been well-received at film festivals across the country. Dr Amar Ramachandran is a laparoscopic surgeon Notably, Dwayam also fetched Dr Amar a special jury mention at the recent State Film Critics Awards, for his portrayal of a PTSD-affected man who finds solace in the company of a 10-year-old boy. It was a relevant subject on how a mental situation finds its natural solution in constructive relationships, says Dr Amar, in the midst of attending to his patients. Being a prominent gynaecologist, how does he manage films alongside a thriving practise? I have a great team. They help me be away, handling cases that require urgent attention. But I also make sure that I do not remain long away from my medical duties. I take up roles keeping that in mind, he says. The Kannur-based doctor adds there were meaty roles that he had to bypass because the projects required him to stay away from medical duties for 30 to 35 days at a stretch. One of the films I turned down has now become a hit, he smiles. Dr Amar, who is a fertility specialist, has done 21 films since 2013, when he acted in Day and Night as a doctor. Milestones in his career came in 2017 with Gold Coins, and Dwayam in which he plays the lead. There is another one I played lead in Pakshikalku Parayanullathu but it kind of got shelved. That was quite an off-beat work, he adds. Some Tamil ones too are in his kitty Route No.17, in which he has acted with his son Nihal, and the yet-to-be released Thainilam, in which he plays the lead with his daughter Neha. A major project in the pipeline is Lovely, for which director Aashiq Abu wielded the camera for the first time. Actually, he was the director of photography in Rifle Club, too, says Dr Amar. Films have always been a passion, the doc continues. Watching films, the making process, and also getting autographs from actors, he laughs. To be a fulltime actor or filmmaker, one needs to dedicate oneself more, he says. It requires a lot of time and effort. I cannot afford to do that because my patients would be affected, he says. Yet, the passion in me helps me manage as best as I can. Dr Amar believes everyone should set aside some creative time. In Kochi, every second person has something or the other to do with films. They may be different kinds of professionals but they also are into films, either in acting or in the technical side, he says. Film field has become more accessible now for the common man with a creative idea. This has brought in a very informed, interested crowd into the field.
Cyber fraudster posing as IPS officer attempts to defraud Kerala HC lawyer on Facebook
KOCHI: Police have registered a case after a cyber fraudster impersonating IPS officer Yathish Chandra attempted to defraud a Kerala High Court lawyer on Facebook. Kochi City Cyber Police registered a case following a complaint filed by advocate Kulathoor Jaisingh. According to Jaisingh, on January 24, he received a friend request from an account carrying the name and picture of IPS officer Yathish Chandra who is DIG of Kannur Range. After Jaisingh accepted the request, he received a message from the account asking for the mobile phone number. Once he passed on his mobile phone number, the person told Jaisingh that his friend who is with CRPF would contact him soon. The fraudster also told Jaisingh that the CRPF officer was recently transferred and he likes to dispose of household goods at a cheap price. The next day, Jaisingh contacted Yathish Chandra and asked about the Facebook account. From this, he realised the Facebook account from which he received the friend request was fake.
CISF introduces stretching sessions for passengers at Kannur airport
The initiative aims at promoting a healthier and more comfortable flying experience
Case registered against fake FB account in the name of senior police officer
The complaint reportedly received a friend request from a fake Facebook account allegedly created in the name of Kannur Range Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Yatheesh Chandra
Masked group allegedly linked to SFI attacks KSU leader on Kannur University campus in Kerala
Kerala: Remission to murder convict Sherin after 14 years in jail
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The cabinet has decided to recommend to the governor the early release of murder convict Sherin from prison. Sherin was sentenced to life imprisonment in 2010 for the murder of her father-in-law Bhaskara Karanavar and has completed 14 years in jail. According to a note from the chief ministers office, the decision to give remission to Sherin was taken on the basis of a recommendation of the advisory committee of the Kannur Women Prison & Correctional Home and the opinion of the state Law Department. Sherin had sought release from jail as she had completed 14 years jail sentence handed out by a fast track court in Mavelikkara in 2010. It was in November 2009 that Bhaskara Karanavar, a resident of Cheriyanad near Chengannur in Alappuzha, was murdered. Sherin was arraigned as accused number one in the case. Sherin had married Karanavars younger son Binu Peter, a differently-abled person, in 2001. The couples married life soon hit a rough patch and Karanavar cancelled a property will in Sherins name, prompting her to plot the murder. Along with Sherin, Basith Ali, Nidhin and Shanu Rashid, who were allegedly her friends and who were contracted to kill Karanavar, were convicted in the case.
Kannur CPI(M) district meet to discuss partys defeat in LS polls: Jayarajan
Priyanka Gandhi Meets Family of Animal Attack Victim Radha in Wayanad
Thiruvananthapuram: Wayanad MP Priyanka Gandhi on Tuesday said the wild animal attacks in the district are a complex problem with no ready-made solutions and the state government, Centre and peoples representatives need to come on board to mitigate the sufferings of the local people. Priyanka who arrived at Kannur International Airport on Tuesday morning, travelled to Wayanad by road. She visited the house of tiger attack victim Radha in Pancharakolli and spoke to the family members. Her visit came at a time when there is widespread resentment among the local people against the failure of the forest department to protect them from animal attacks. Earlier, the ruling LDF workers showed black flags to Priyanka Gandhi while her motorcade was on its way to Radhas house. The workers were protesting against the MP for reaching late in the constituency despite fatal animal attacks in the area. Radha, 45, died on January 24 after being attacked by a man-eater tigress while she was out for work in a nearby estate.m A massive search operation was carried out to trace the man-eater with the government giving shoot at sight order to the forest officials. The tigress was found dead near in Pilakavu estate. The seven-year-old female tiger had deep injuries on its neck that are suspected to have been sustained in the forest. Forest officials believe a fight with another tiger might have caused the injuries. Meanwhile, after meeting Radhas family Priyanka told media persons that from the interaction she could gauge that they want more locals as forest watchmen. They say the local community has a much better understanding of forest and animals and that they would help in keeping a close watch. In that particular estate where the incident occurred, there were four watchmen and now there are just two. Adequate fencing is needed to prevent the wild animals from entering workplaces and pathways that are used by the locals daily. I have put these suggestions before the district administration on their behalf, she said. Priyanka said certain CSR funds could be raised for the purpose. I will try to raise the funds. But the funds coming from the Centre and state are inadequate and they need to provide more money to mitigate the issue. I will raise the issue in Parliament and at the level of state and central governments respectively, she added. The Congress leader said the safety of people is paramount and she would do everything possible to ensure that. Priyanka later met the family members of N M Vijayan, a former DCC treasurer who died by suicide. He had taken his life due to debts incurred after getting job seekers' money to grant posts in a Congress-controlled Cooperative bank. His son too had died by suicide. Senior Congress leaders of the district including IC Balakrishnan MLA are facing a probe in the case.
Leopard, suspected to have attacked pet dog, triggers panic at Chathirur in Kannur
Protesting against the threats, panchayat employees stage silent demonstration by covering their mouths and holding placards
Malabar Conclave to be held in Kannur on Jan. 30
Kannur man evades death, returns home
KANNUR: Kannur native Velluvakandi Pavithran, who had a narrow brush with death due to a series of misjudgments and medical lapses, was discharged from hospital after 12 days on Friday evening. Dr Poornima Rao who treated Pavithran told media that he was discharged after his health condition improved. Pavithran is in a paralysed condition caused by a previous stroke. Despite this, he is able to recognise his relatives and speak to them. He was in the gastro ICU for six days. After his health improved, Pavithran was shifted to the ward and he returned home with his wife Sudha on Friday evening. Initially Pavithran had a very poor health condition with low oxygen level in his blood. With proper treatment we were able to bring him back to life. He was able to breathe without oxygen support within two days of treatment itself. We were also giving him antibiotics as well. The very positive news is that there was no need for ventilator support for Pavithran in any of the stages, said Dr Poornima Rao. Pavithran, who was in critical condition, was initially seeking treatment in a private hospital at Mangaluru. As the family couldnt afford the treatment cost, he was discharged from hospital against medical advice on January 13 evening. During the five-hour journey to Kannur, his wife Sudha and his sister Beena noticed no signs of movement and presumed him dead, and informed the relatives, who then made funeral arrangements. By then, peoples representatives released his obituary to local newspapers. Upon reaching Kannur at 11.30pm, the family decided to shift the body to the mortuary as it was late. The ambulance arrived at the AKG Cooperative Hospital, where Pavithrans body was readied for transfer to the mortuary. However, while Pavithran was being taken to the mortuary, Jayan, the night supervisor, spotted movement in his hand. Anoop, the hospital electrician, confirmed this and Pavithran was rushed to the emergency department.
While inaugurating Malayora Jatha in Kannur, Venugopal says protecting human life and property took precedence over wildlife conservation. The Centre and State governments should not lose sight of the right to life guaranteed by Article 21 of the Constitution, he adds
FLYing chance: Kerala-based charitable trust helping disabled find love, lead independent lives
KANNUR: In a world that often moves too fast to notice, there exists a group of unsung heroes fighting an extraordinary battle those living with disabilities. For them, every achievement, every step forward, is not just a personal victory but a testament to the resilience and the power of community. Recognising the need for their support and inclusion, several like-minded people came up with the idea for FLY (Freedom for Limitated Youth), which was established as a charitable trust on September 20, 2006. Six of the seven founder trustees of the trust were themselves disabled. Founded on the belief that every individual deserves dignity and opportunity, FLY focuses on empowering physically disabled individuals to thrive as active members of society. FLY instils self-confidence in members to embrace the mainstream and looks to shape efficient, intelligent, determined and creative individuals. We encourage and make use of their creativity to enable them to generate income, to help them lead independent lives. We currently have a music troupe and an umbrella-making group, FLY chairperson Rajeevan Mathil said. We organise yearly camps for our members. These get-togethers are an opportunity for us to mingle with each other and share our thoughts. The camps are organised with funds collected from our savings. They enable the sharing of experiences, aspirations, issues related to health and familial life, overall wellbeing and mental relaxation, he said. These camps have also become a platform to find partners. FLY now has five couples all of whom connected through the camps. Suresh Aduthila and Manju P A met at a camp in 2013. They got married three years later. I am from Kannur, while Manju hails from Thrissur. We may never have met, if not for the FLY camp. Over the next three years we interacted over phone. We shared our thoughts, likes and dislikes. We received immense support from FLY members throughout our journey. This has also been the case with the other FLY couples, said Suresh. FLY currently has more than 300 members in the state. We started with 40 members. Over the years, we have provided employment opportunities to around 40 members. We have a dream now: an office building of our own. We function from a rented building. We hope to have a place to organise events and camps, Rajeevan added.
Poised for mid-2025 launch, Air Kerala to focus on connecting cities in state
KOCHI: In what may provide cheaper flying options for travel between major cities in the state, Air Kerala, one of the two new airlines expected to start commercial operations by the middle of this year, plans to focus on providing intercity connectivity within the state, while also operating to major South Indian destinations. A delegation led by Dubai-based Malayali entrepreneurs Afi Ahmed, chairman of parent company ZettFly Aviation, vice-chairman Ayub Kallada, chief executive officer Harish Kutty, and Shamon Pattavathukal, head of ground operations, on Tuesday called on Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, who promised full support of the state government for the new venture. While noting that the state will have its own airline, the chief minister emphasised on connecting airports such as Thiruvananthapuram, Kozhikode, and Kannur. We promised to focus on operating intercity flights, before operating to major domestic destinations in South India. While Kochi will be the airlines headquarters, we will also operate from Thiruvananthapuram and Kannur airports. Once we get the final nod, we will have offices in all these airports, Afi Ahmed told TNIE over phone. Currently, the airlines head office is located in Aluva. We expect delivery of first aircraft by March The Air Kerala project was first conceived by the Kerala government in 2005. However, the governments failure to go ahead prompted the two businessmen to buy the domain airkerala.com. The two Kerala-based airlines are set to commence operations to cater to the ever-increasing demand in the domestic sector. Air Kerala, a venture of a group of expatriate businessmen, and Alhind Air, promoted by the Kozhikode-based Alhind Group, have both received the operational permit from the Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) and awaiting the final nod, the Air Operator Certificate(AOC) from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation, to start operating commercial flight services. Keralas own airline companies are slated to receive the delivery of their first aircraft by March end or April. Both airlines aim to expand in a phased manner and hopes to start international services, especially to the Gulf sector, by 2026. Initially, our focus is to connect tier 2 and 3 cities like Kochi with tier 1 cities like Hyderabad in south India. The company has already received a no-objection certificate (NOC) from the Central Aviation Authority, and the process to secure an operational licence is under way. We have already ordered five ATR 72-600 aircraft from Ireland, and expect to receive the delivery of the first one by March, Afi Ahmed added. The team outlined plans to initially operate domestic services and gradually expand to international routes. We intend to expand our operations in a phased manner. We will first acquire 15 ATR 72-600 aircraft and then place an order for five narrow bodied aircraft for international operations, starting with Dubai, he said. Zettfly Aviations board comprises Afi Ahmed (chairman), who holds 63% of the shares, and Ayub Kallada, vice-chairman, with 37% shares.
Statewide strike by government employees partial, unions differ on impact
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The statewide strike by certain government employees demanding service benefits partly disrupted the functioning of offices and schools across Kerala. The protest, organised by service organisations affiliated to Opposition parties and CPI, called for salary revisions, reinstatement of leave surrender, and clearance of pending dearness allowance dues. As part of the demonstration, the Secretariat Action Council prepared rice gruel outside the building. The protest escalated into violence in Pathanamthitta, Kannur and Kollam, where clashes occurred between the protesters and service organisations. While most government schools operated normally, there were a few exceptions. The General Education Department suspended Jinil Jose, the headmaster of Government LPS in Vattiyoorkavu, for declaring an unauthorised school holiday due to the strike. Service organisations provided varying reports on attendance. The joint council, affiliated to CPI, claimed that 65% of employees at district and taluk offices participated in the strike, while reporting that the impact was milder at the Secretariat and panchayat offices. But, government offices like the PWD, registration, and GST departments operated without major disruptions. The employees took part in the strike despite threats of the dies non rule, as they are losing out on their entitled service benefits. In some offices, staff members were threatened with transfers, said Jayachandran Kallingal, general secretary of the joint council. Congress-affiliated organisations reported that attendance at the Secretariat was 44% lower than usual, while the Kerala Secretariat Employees Association noted only 125 employees were absent against the previous day attendence of 3,609 employees. The Action Council of State Employees and Teachers maintained that the protest had minimal impact on school and office operations.
Famed thali case immortalised as Thalassery court shifts building
KANNUR: Memories of the thali case, a landmark legal battle that resonated across the British empire, have been reignited as Thalassery court prepares to move to its new premises. The pivotal episode, rooted in the boycott of foreign clothing during Indias freedom struggle, has been artistically captured by Ponniam Chandran in a painting that will now adorn the walls of the courts new building. The case centred around Kamala Bai, a Thalassery native and Congress leader, who was married to freedom fighter L S S Prabhu. Along with several women activists, Kamala was arrested for participating in the anti-colonial boycott movement. A British magistrate at Thalassery court sentenced her to six months in prison and imposed a hefty fine of Rs 1,000. When she refused to pay, officials confiscated her thali chain, a sacred symbol of marriage. The incident caused an uproar in British Parliament, leading to a rare intervention. Resummoned to court, Kamala was offered back her thali. However, she refused, citing Hindu customs that forbade a woman from wearing a thali touched by another man. This act of defiance became a symbol of resistance and sparked further outcry against British rule. The Thalassery court has been operational for 220 years. As the court relocates to its new multi-storey building, I chose to depict the 92-year-old Thali case because it represents our history, freedom struggle and legal heritage, said Chandran. Chandrans acrylic painting vividly portrays the drama linked to the case. The lower half features spinning wheels, symbolising the Swadeshi movement, alongside scattered Gandhi caps and the faces of freedom fighters. The upper portion depicts Kamala against the backdrop of Vellore prison, where she was held. Chandrans depiction of the thali was inspired by news reports in English national newspapers. The new Kannur district court building in Thalassery will be inaugurated by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Saturday. A museum on the fourth floor will recreate the colonial-era court setting, showcasing relics such as old magistrate seats, thali olas, vintage weighing systems, and obsolete punching tools.
Mangaluru court grants bail to Kannur student arrested in cyber fraud case
Sharon Raj murder case: Was confident in prosecutions pursuit of death penalty, says DySP Johnson
KASARAGOD: Kasaragod District Crime Records Bureau DySP Johnson K J, who previously served as investigating officer in the Sharon Raj murder case, said he was confident in the prosecutions pursuit of capital punishment given the heinous nature of the crime, which had been deemed rarest of the rare. He emphasised the meticulous efforts of police in not only gathering compelling scientific evidence but also linking it to the crime. The officer highlighted the thorough probe into the juice challenge videos, which led to the identification and subsequent testimony of the individual who had sold the bottled juice. The compelling testimony of this witness significantly strengthened the prosecutions case, Johnson said. He further asserted that Greeshma exhibited a calculated and deceptive nature throughout the ordeal. Furthermore, she not only attempted to mislead the investigation but also actively sought to manipulate its direction, the DySP said. Sharon was not ready to name Greeshma in the initial stage of the investigation, but he later realised that it was her act of lacing the juice that led to his death. The investigation began with the video, which revealed there was a difference in the colour of the juice, which led to the realisation that she had used slow poison, Johnson added. BLACK WARRANT A look at the history and current status of death row convicts incarcerated in Keralas jails 35 on death row in state No. of death penalties executed in Kerala - 26 No. of inmates currently awaiting capital punishment - 35 Of these 23 are lodged in Poojappura central prison 4 each in Viyyur and Kannur central prisons 2 housed in Viyyur high-security prison 2 women death row convicts, Rafeeqa Beevi and Greeshma, are inmates of Thiruvananthapuram womens prison Notable case Binitha is the first woman sentenced to death in the state. She was convicted for the murder of her husband, Vidhukumaran Thampi, and awarded the death penalty in 2006. Her sentence was later commuted to life imprisonment. Last executions in state Ripper Chandran (1991): Executed in Kannur central jail. Convicted of murdering 14 people by smashing their heads with a hammer Azhakesan (1979): Executed in Poojappura central jail. Convicted of murdering toddlers for witchcraft Gallows 2 in Kannur central prison 1 in Poojappura central prison
At 24, Greeshma is the youngest to be sentenced to death in Kerala
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Convicted for the murder of Sharon Raj, S S Greeshma on Monday became the youngest person in the state to receive the death sentence. The 24-year-old is the third woman to be awarded the death penalty and the second woman on death row in the state. Rafeeqa Beevi, convicted in the Mulloor Santhakumari murder case last year, is the other woman awaiting capital punishment. With the announcement of the quantum of sentence in the Sharon murder case, there are now 35 people on death row in the state. Judge A M Basheer, who also delivered the verdict in the Santhakumari case, sentenced Greeshma to death, citing the brutal nature of her crime. In 2006, after being found guilty of murdering her husband Vidhukumaran Thampi, Binitha became the first woman to be awarded the death penalty in the state. However, her sentence was commuted to life imprisonment by the High Court. Rafeeqa was sentenced to death last May for murdering, Santhakumari, an elderly woman, with the intention of stealing her jewellery. Rafeeqas accomplices, including her son Shefeek and friend Al Ameen, also received death sentences, making it the only case in the state where all the accused were awarded capital punishment. Rafeeqa and Greeshma are both lodged in Thiruvananthapuram womens prison. Of the other 33 inmates awaiting capital punishment in the state, 23 are housed in Poojappura central prison, with four each in Viyyur and Kannur central prisons. There two death row convicts in Viyyur high-security prison.
Greeshma held guilty of murdering Sharon Raj state's youngest death row convict
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Greeshma, who was awarded capital punishment in the Sharon murder case , is the youngest person in the state to receive the death sentence. She has become the third woman to be sentenced to capital punishment and is the second woman on death row in the state. Rafeeqa Beevi, awarded capital punishment in the Mulloor Shanthakumari murder case last year, is the other woman convict on death row. With the verdict in the Sharon murder case, the total number of inmates on death row in the state has risen to 35. Justice AM Basheer, who sentenced Greeshma to the maximum punishment citing the brutal nature of her crime, had also delivered the verdict in the Shanthakumari murder case. The first instance of a woman being sentenced to death in the state was in 2006 when Binitha, convicted of murdering her husband Vidhu Kumaran Thampi, received the capital punishment. However, her sentence was later commuted to life imprisonment by the Kerala High Court. Later, Rafeeqa Beevi was sentenced to death in May 2024 for murdering an elderly woman, Shanthakumari, to steal her gold ornaments. In that case, Rafeeqa's accomplices, including her son Shefeek and Al Ameen, also received death sentences, making it the only case in the state where all the accused were sentenced to death. Both Rafeeqa Beevi and Greeshma are lodged in the Thiruvananthapuram women's prison. Twenty-three of the death row inmates are housed in the Poojapura central prison in Thiruvananthapuram, four in Viyyur central prison, two in the Viyyur high-security prison, and four in Kannur central prison.
Needle found in newborns leg after vaccination at Kannur MCH, medical negligence alleged
Kerala mother accused of childs murder attempts to take own life ahead of trial
Saranya, a native of Thayyil in Kannur, is undergoing treatment at Kozhikode Medical College Hospital where her condition is reported to be stable
Person from OBC community appointed Ashtapadi singer at Guruvayur temple
THRISSUR: Ashtapadi songs when the sanctum is closed for rituals is an ancient tradition still in practice at the Sree Krishna temple in Guruvayur. For several years, it has been the right of certain families in and around Guruvayur to sing Ashtapadi for Lord Krishna. However, the Guruvayur Devaswom has scripted history by appointing a person from an Other Backward Classes (OBC) community to the post. Nandhakishore, 24, a resident of Atholi in Kozhikode district, joined as the Ashtapadi singer at the Guruvayur temple on January 3. After acquiring a bachelors degree (BA) in music from the Kerala Kalamandalam, he completed his masters from the Kannur University. In the meantime, he also took lessons in Ashtapadi from Sankara Marar, as he found it interesting and full of bhakthi (devotion). Ashtapadi songs are in Sanskrit, written by ancient poet Jayadeva. His text is also called Gita Govindham. It tells the story of Lord Krishna and the love between Krishna and Gopikas. In Guruvayur, on a normal day, the sanctum is closed six times for Nirmalyam, Usha pooja, Ucha pooja, Pantheeradi pooja, Deeparadhana, and Athazha pooja. Ashtapadi is sung standing beside the sopanam (the steps to the sanctum) when the sanctum is closed for these ritual every day. Being appointed to perform such a sacred task is definitely a blessing for me. I find it an opportunity to sing for Krishna, Nandhakishore told TNIE. He said he is adapting to the timings and strict rituals at the temple, which are new to him. Though each Ashtapadi has its own beauty, the seventh Ashtapadi, which begins Mamiyam Chalitha..., is my favourite, he said. In addition to the responsibilities at the temple, the singer is also learning vedas from Acharyasree Rajesh. To get the job, Nandhakishore cleared the Kerala Devaswom Recruitment Board (KDRB) exam. Earlier, the Guruvayur Devaswom had appointed artists from the backward classes inside the temple for Ilathalam and Maddalam as well. As KDRB is in charge of recruitment, the system has become transparent, Guruvayur Devaswom chairman V K Vijayan said. The recent appointments were made following reservation norms, he said. It will definitely be a change from the traditional way. In the past, when it came to employment inside the temple, people tended to choose only those belonging to certain castes, which has now been changed, the devaswom chairman said.
Kozhikode-based overseas consultancy under scanner for alleged certificate scam
Preliminary investigations reveal that around 400 students from Kozhikode, Kannur, Malappuram, Ernakulam, Kottayam, and Thiruvananthapuram districts availed of the consultancys services.
Doctor booked for blocking ambulance in Kannur
KANNUR: Police have booked a doctor from Pinarayi who has been identified as the driver of the SUV that reportedly obstructed the passage of an ambulance carrying a critically ill heart patient at Eranholi in Kannur on Thursday. The patient later died en route to hospital. After the ambulance driver filed a complaint, Kadirur police registered a case against Dr Rahul Raj, a paediatrician at a private hospital. He was arrested on Friday night and released on bail. The motor vehicle department fined Rahul Rs 5,000. He faces charges under section 285 (causing danger or obstruction in public spaces) and 194E (failing to give way to emergency vehicles) of the Motor Vehicles Act. The incident happened around 5.25 pm on Thursday. Rukiya was being tranferred to a private hospital in Thalassery on the advice of doctors of Mattanur Mission Hospital after her heart condition worsened. The ambulance carrying Rukiya left the hospital at 5 pm. It was impeded by the SUV on Nayanar Road. The patient was in critical condition. The accompanying nurse was administering CPR. We were trying to reach the hospital as quickly as possible. Despite having space on the road, the car driver refused to give way. Even after continuous honking for nearly half a minute, the SUV blocked our path, ambulance driver Sarath K told TNIE. It was unintentional, doctor tells police The incident was captured on video, which is now circulating widely on social media. The driver moved only when the road cleared, but by then, it was too late. I have submitted the video evidence and filed a complaint with Kadirur police and the Mattanur regional transport office (RTO), Sarath added. Rukiyas family, who were travelling in a separate vehicle behind the ambu-lance, were initially un-aware of the reason for the delay. Dr Rahul told the police that the incident was unintentional. Dr Rahul told us he panicked when he noticed an ambulance behind him in traffic. He said due to the traffic congestion, he was unable to give way to the ambulance immediately. He said as soon as the road cleared, he moved his car to the side, stated a police officer at the Kadirur station.
Family meet of SMA patients held at Kozhikode IMCH
50 children and parents from Thrissur, Palakkad, Malappuram, Wayanad, Kozhikode, Kannur and Kasaragod districts attended the event
Pinarayi Vijayan determined to be last CM from CPI(M): Congress MP
Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala state Congress President and Kannur MP K Sudhakaran, on Saturday, January 18, accused Kerala chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan of prioritising personal gain over the states welfare. Pinarayi Vijayan seems determined to ensure he is the last CPI-M Chief Minister of Kerala by focusing solely on amassing wealth for his children and relatives, said Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Kerala doctor booked, imposed fine for obstructing ambulance
Kannur: A doctor has been booked and penalised for obstructing the passage of an ambulance while it was on its way to a hospital with a patient in Kerala's Kannur district, police said on Saturday. The incident alleged to have happened at Eranholi in Thalassery on Thursday evening and it's visuals were telecast by television channels later. According to police, a car obstructed the passage of an ambulance when it was proceeding with a critical patient on Nayanar road here. Police identified the driver of the car as Rahul Raj, a doctor who runs a private clinic in nearby Iritty. The ambulance driver alleged that despite repeated sirens, the car driver didn't give space for the ambulance to proceed. Based on his complaint, Kathirur police registered a case against the doctor under various sections of the BNS including for blocking the path and obstructing the emergency vehicle, a police officer said. The Motor Vehicle Department also imposed him a fine of Rs 5,000 for the same charges, the officer said. The doctor, however, claimed that he got panicked on hearing the siren of the ambulance and he gave space for it to proceed as soon as it was possible for him, sources said.
Three teachers suspended over students death in Kannur
18-day-old infant in ICU after seizures triggered by loud firecrackers at wedding in Keralas Kannur
Wedding celebrations reportedly involved multiple instances of loud firecracker bursts
Kerala HC allows bail plea of Boby Chemmanur in sexual harassment case
Kochi: The Kerala High Court on Tuesday allowed the bail plea of prominent businessman Boby Chemmanur who has been arrested and is in judicial custody in a sexual harassment case filed against him by a female Malayalam actor. Allowed, the case status of the plea on the High Court website said. Justice P V Kunhikrishnan while hearing the businessman's bail plea, noted that Chemmanur's passport was already deposited in court and that he would be available to the police during its investigation. Will pass a detailed order by 3.30 pm, the judge said. During the hearing, the court also said it cannot be said that Chemmanur's remarks about the female actor did not have double meaning. We cannot say there is no double meaning, the court said. It also pointed out that certain averments made in the bail plea regarding the actor's professional skills and competence were also insulting. The prosecution opposed the bail plea, claiming that almost all of Chemmanur's social media posts carried sexually coloured remarks. It contended that granting him relief would send a wrong message to society. The court, on the other hand, said that a message has already gone to the society as the businessman was in judicial custody since January 9. He was arrested from Wayanad on January 8. Chemmanur, currently lodged in the District Jail here, approached the High Court after the Ernakulam Judicial First Class Magistrate Court-II denied him bail on January 9 and sent him to judicial custody for 14 days. In his bail plea, he has claimed that the allegations originated from a complaint lodged by the female actor who, until recently, had publicly acknowledged and celebrated her two-decade-long acquaintance with him. It has further mentioned that she had previously inaugurated three jewellery shops belonging to his business group as the chief guest in April 2019 at Perambra, in December 2022 at Attingal, and in August 2024 at Kannur. The petition has stated that the actress herself publicly disclosed the complaint by posting a letter addressed to Chemmanur on social media, announcing the filing of the complaint and making unwarranted remarks against him. According to the actor's complaint, upon invitation, she inaugurated the Chemmanur International Jewellery showroom at Alakode, Kannur, on August 7, 2024, where thousands had gathered to witness the event. During the inauguration ceremony, Chemmanur placed a necklace around the actress's neck and then made unwelcome sexual advances with bad intentions, twirling or rotating her, the complaint has stated. However, Chemmanur's bail plea has stated that he is completely innocent of all the accusations levelled against him and denies the allegations, calling them false, baseless, and incorrect. Chemmanur has been charged under Section 75(4) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) for making sexually coloured remarks as a form of sexual harassment, as well as under Section 67 of the IT Act for publishing or transmitting obscene material in electronic form.
Two arrested on charge of hunting monitor lizard in Kannur
Kannur Global Job Fair creates over 4,000 opportunities
Opportunities were created in over 30 sectors, says Mayor
Panic as wild elephants stray into densely populated Payam panchayat in Kannur
Former Kannur panchayat president P.P. Divya condemns online abuse against woman actor
In a Facebook post, P.P. Divya condemns escalating abuse and insults directed at women online, calling entry of women into all fields a symbol of their freedom
Periye case: Four CPI(M) leaders released from Kannur Central jail after High Court stay on sentence
Former MLA K.V. Kunhiraman, Kanhangad block panchayat president K. Manikandan, Raghavan Velutholi, and K.V. Bhaskaran walk out of jail to a reception led by CPI(M) leaders P. Jayarajan, M.V. Jayarajan and M.V. Balakrishnan
In a close finish, Thrissur regains Gold Cup after 26 years
It was after a close fight featuring three other former champions that Thrissur could kiss the cup. The team finished with 1,008 points, just one more than Palakkad, the winner of 2019 and 2020. Kannur, the defending champion, was third with 1003 points, while Kozhikode, the 2023 winner and the most successful district in the history of the competition with 21 titles, finished fourth, with 1,002 points
Two killed, two injured in car-bus collision in Keralas Kannur
Eyewitnesses reported that the bus, travelling from Iritty to Thalassery, had stopped to pick up a passenger when the Karnataka-registered car lost control and collided with the bus
Boy dies after falling into well while fleeing stray dog in Kannur
Malayalam Actor Honey Rose Files Complaint Against Businessman Boby Chemmanur
Honey Rose Honey Rose Thirvanthapuram: Honey Rose, a prominent Malayalam actor, has filed a complaint against businessman Boby Chemmanur at the Ernakulam central police station accusing him of making repeated sexually inappropriate remarks that insulted womanhood. The actor has sought justice for the harassment she faced. In her complaint, Rose specifically highlighted the incident at the inauguration of the Chemmanur Jewellery store in Alakode, Kannur on August 7 where she was subjected to unacceptable behaviour. She also shared her experiences of facing problems on various platforms after the incident. The actor has also lodged complaints against at least 20 YouTubers for using obscene thumbnails featuring her image in their videos. She has resolved to stand up against harassment and exploitation. Before filing the complaint, Rose met with ADGP Manoj Abraham and Kochi City Police Commissioner Putta Vimladitya. The actor also took to social media to issue a strong warning to Chemmanur and his followers, asserting her trust in India's legal system. You may believe in the power of your wealth, but I trust India's legal system. The police have already taken a person into custody for making objectionable comments under Rose's social media post.
Nine RSS workers sentenced to life for 2005 murder of CPI(M) worker in Kerala
Kannur (Kerala), Jan 7: Nine RSS workers were sentenced to life imprisonment by a court in Thalassery on Tuesday for the murder of a CPI(M) worker in this north Kerala district 19 years ago. Rijith Sankaran, a 25-year-old CPI(M) member from Kannapuram Chunda, was attacked and killed near a temple in Chunda on October 3, 2005 allegedly by RSS workers during a period of political tension between the two parties in the area. Rijith was walking home when the accused, [] The post Nine RSS workers sentenced to life for 2005 murder of CPI(M) worker in Kerala appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Injured leopard rescued from snare in Kannur; prohibitory orders imposed
Leopard caught in snare found in Keralas Kannur, authorities issue prohibitory orders
Forest officials set up cage for its capture
HC rejects plea for CBI probe in ADM Naveen Babus suicide
Kochi: The Kerala High Court on Monday dismissed a petition seeking a CBI probe into the death of Kannur Additional District Magistrate (ADM) Naveen Babu, who was found hanging at his official residence on October 15. Minutes after the verdict, Babus wife, K. Manjusha, announced plans to appeal the decision. This is not the end. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Kerala HC declines plea for CBI probe into Kannur ADMs death
Court directs SIT to probe possibility of homicidal hanging as alleged by the wife of ADM
Human-wildlife conflict reduction and mitigation plans being prepared for 12 landscapes of Kerala
Kannur is the first region to have a landscape-based plan. Such plans will be ready in the identified landscapes by January. The geographical, ecological, and socio-economic attributes of each landscape will be prepared and the key species involved in the conflicts will be identified
Former MLA K.V. Kunhiraman, Periye double murder case convicts transferred to Kannur Central Jail
CPI(M) leader P. Jayarajan and party workers visit the convicts in Kannur jail. Families of the deceased, Sarathlal and Kripesh, criticise the transfer and CPI(M)s support for the convicts
Kerala State School Arts Festival: Kannur takes early, slender lead in race for Gold Cup
The second day of the festival is witnessing a host of popular events, such as Drama, Oppana, Folk Dance, Mohiniyattam, Kuchipudi and Light Music.
KSU seeks probe into K-REAP irregularities at Kannur varsity
10-Year-Old Girl Dies, 18 Students Hurt in Kerala School Bus Accident
A tragic accident in Kerala's Kannur district on Wednesday claimed the life of a 10-year-old girl and left 18 other students injured when a school bus overturned at Valakkai. The deceased, identified as Nedhya S. Rajesh, a Class 5 student, was thrown out of the bus and crushed under its wheels as it overturned. The bus, belonging to Chinmaya School in Kurumathur, was carrying 20 students when it lost control near the Valakkai Bridge while giving way to another vehicle. According to officials, the incident occurred on a slope, with some sources attributing the cause to a potential brake failure. However, police confirmed that an investigation is underway. One injured student remains in critical condition. Locals swiftly transported the injured to Taliparamba Taluk Hospital for treatment, while Nedhya's body was taken to the Government Medical College in Pariyaram. CCTV footage of the accident, now viral on social media, shows the bus suddenly flipping onto the opposite road before locals rushed to the rescue. Authorities have filed a case against the driver under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, including those for rash driving and causing death by negligence. Residents blamed the unscientific design of the road for the accident, alleging frequent mishaps in the area. Meanwhile, there was no immediate response from Chinmaya School officials regarding the incident. This tragedy has sparked widespread grief and concern over road safety and vehicle maintenance standards in the region.
Driver charged in school bus accident in Keralas Kannur
Though the driver had claimed he lost control due to brake failure, Motor Vehicles department has refuted this, confirming in its report that brakes and engine were fully functional
One killed, several injured as school bus overturns in Kannur
The school bus reportedly lacked fitness certificate
Shreya wins Bronze in 35th Senior National Fencing Cship
Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 1: Jammu and Kashmirs star fencer, Shreya Gupta, a National champion and International Fencer, added another milestone to her illustrious career by securing a Bronze medal at the ongoing 35th Senior National Fencing Championship in Kannur, Kerala. The Championship, which began on December 31, 2024, will conclude on January 3, 2025. Shreya made it to the semifinals, where she faced Olympian Bhawani Devi in a hard-fought battle. Despite initially leading 8-4, Bhawanis experience proved to [] The post Shreya wins Bronze in 35th Senior National Fencing Cship appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Kerala: 1 dead, 15 other students injured after bus overturns in Valakkai area of Kannur district
Kannur (Kerala) [India]: One student was killed and 15 others were injured after a school bus overturned in the Valakkai area of Kannur district on Wednesday evening, an official said. The deceased was identified as Nedhya S Rajesh, a fifth-grade girl student. According to the Public Relations Department Government of Kerala, The incident occurred near the Valakkai Bridge when the bus lost control on a slope and flipped over. 15 children were injured in the accident. The injured students were rushed to nearby hospitals for treatment. The bus belonged to the Kurumathur Chinmaya School and was carrying the students home after school hours. Residents in the area quickly responded, launching rescue efforts immediately after the accident. Further details on the matter are awaited.
Caught On Cam: Kerala School Bus Loses Control, Flips Over, Crushes Class 5 Student To Death
The accident occured while dropping the students back home in Kerala's Kannur. The horrific video of the accident was captured on CCTV.
Kerala: Girl dies as school bus overturns; 15 students injured
A school bus lost its control and overturned killing a class 5 student and injuring 15 others in Valakkai of Kannur Kerala, on Wednesday afternoon, January 1. The injured students were rushed to the Thalipparamba Co-operative Hospital. According to the incidents CCTV visual, the bus lost its control on a slop, overturned twice and fell Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
School Bus Flips Over In Kerala, Class 5 Student Crushed Under Wheels
A Class 5 student was killed after a school bus she was travelling in flipped over in Kerala's Kannur on Wednesday.
Air Kerala Plans To Launch Operations By June Next Year From Kannur International Airport
As part of the agreement between the two companies, Air Kerala initially will have a substantial number of departures from Kannur to nearby domestic destinations within a flying range of one-and-a-half hour.
MT, a legendary Malayalam writer who created timeless classics
Kozhikode: Noted writer and Jnanpith award winner MT Vasudevan Nair, who died here on Wednesday evening, is known for elevating the art of Malayalam storytelling to a profound level through his works. The 91-year-old writer had been hospitalised in critical condition with a diagnosis of heart failure. He was suffering several health issues including resipratory ailments for a while, according to the literary sources. M T Vasudevan Nair, popularly known as M T, is a celebrated writer, screenwriter, and filmmaker, renowned for his profound contributions to Malayalam literature and cinema. Born in 1933 in Kudallur, a quaint village in Palakkad district, Kerala, M T, through more than seven decades of writing created a literary world that appealed equally to both ordinary people and intellectuals. At the time, Kudallur was part of the Malabar district under the Madras Presidency of British India. He was the youngest of four children born to T Narayanan Nair and Ammalu Amma. His father worked in Ceylon, while M T spent his early years in Kudallur and at his paternal home in Punnayurkulam, a village in present-day Thrissur district. M T's early life and surroundings deeply influenced his literary sensibilities. He completed his schooling at Malamakkavu Elementary School and Kumaranelloor High School and graduated with a degree in chemistry from Victoria College, Palakkad, in 1953. His professional journey began as a teacher and gramasevakan at a block development office in Taliparamba, Kannur, before he joined Mathrubhumi Weekly as a sub-editor in 1957. Over the course of seven decades, he has authored nine novels, 19 collections of short stories, directed six films, around 54 screenplays and several collections of essays and memoirs. M T is celebrated for his evocative storytelling, exploring human emotions and the complexities of rural life. His novel Naalukettu (The Ancestral House) established him as a literary icon and is considered a classic in Malayalam literature. Over the years, he authored several acclaimed works, including Asuravithu, Manju, and Kaalam, which earned him the Jnanpith Award in 1995, India's highest literary honour. At the age of 25, he won the Kerala Sahitya Akademi award for his second novel, Naalukettu (1959), and a decade later, Kaalam, his fifth novel, earned him the Kendra Sahitya Akademi award. M T made significant contributions to Malayalam cinema as a screenwriter and director. He has directed seven films and written the screenplay for approximately 54 films. His films, including 'Oru Vadakkan Veeragatha' and 'Kadavu', are regarded as masterpieces, showcasing his ability to merge compelling narratives with visual storytelling. M T holds the distinction of winning the National Film Award for Best Screenplay a record four times, for 'Oru Vadakkan Veeragatha' (1989), 'Kadavu' (1991), 'Sadayam' (1992), and 'Parinayam' (1994), the most by any individual in Malayalam in this category. M T has been married twice. In 1965, he married writer and translator Prameela, but the couple separated after 11 years of marriage. They have a daughter, Sithara, who works in the United States. In 1977, he married Kalamandalam Saraswathy, a noted dance artist. They have a daughter, Aswathy Nair, who is a professional dancer. His residence on Kottaram Road in Kozhikode is named after his elder daughter, Sithara.
Man's miraculous escape: Lies on track as train speeds over him in Kerala
Viral footage shows the man lying on tracks as a train sped over him near Kannur. He remained crouched without lifting his head until the train passed, after which he got up and walked away unharmed
Two found dead in parked caravan in Kerala
Kozhikode: Two people have been found dead in a caravan parked along the roadside near Vadakara town in this north Kerala district, police said on Tuesday. The bodies of the men, identified as Manoj, the driver of the caravan, and another person, Joel, were discovered in the caravan parked at Karimapanapalam on Monday evening. The caravan had reportedly been parked at the location since Sunday night, which had attracted the attention of locals. Upon examination, one body was found lying near the door. When the police arrived and conducted further inspection, the other body was discovered on the vehicle's berth. The caravan belongs to a business group in Malappuram district. It was reportedly on its way back to Malappuram after dropping off a wedding party in Kannur. Police said the investigation into the incident is ongoing. Forensic teams, fingerprint experts, and the dog squad are conducting examinations at the scene. No suspicious evidence has been found so far, and further details can only be provided after the post-mortem procedures, a senior police officer who inspected the site told reporters. At the same time, there is no confirmation yet that carbon monoxide inhalation was the cause of death. There are no eye witnesses. Services from forensic and other scientific expert teams have been sought, and only after their analysis can any conclusions be drawn, the officer added.
Kannur district plans comprehensive health awareness project to combat epidemics
The initiative was presented by DMO during the district planning committee meeting
No data on aid given to families of doctors who died during Covid, shows RTI reply
NEW DELHI: The Centre has refused to share data on compensation given this year to the number of families of doctors, who succumbed to Covid-19 during the first and second waves, according to an RTI reply. The government, however, shared in November last year that 475 (29%) of doctors families were compensated. This time, the Health Ministry clearly stated that the data not available in material form. Despite the governments refusal that they dont have the data on the total number of doctors who died during the pandemic, the Indian Medical Association (IMA) has put the number of doctors casualties to over 1,596. The IMA, which has 4 lakh members, has submitted a detailed list with photographs of doctors who succumbed to Covid-19 during the two waves with the health ministry. The governments response came after RTI activist Dr K V Babu sought information on the total number of beneficiaries who have received compensation under the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Package (PMGKP) insurance scheme since its launch on March 30, 2020. Under the scheme, the government announced insurance coverage of `50 lakh for healthcare providers, including community and private health workers, at risk of Covid-19 infection. In his RTI, Dr Babu asked for the total number of beneficiaries under the scheme and the amount that was disbursed from March 30, 2020, to November 20, 2024. In its reply, the ministry said, A policy was issued to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare for settling a limited number of claims that may arise during the policy period. In the said case, we had issued a policy for handling 2,294 claims, and we have settled 2,294 claims as per agreed terms and conditions. He also asked how many families of doctors who were earlier called Covid warriors and feted during the pandemic - were compensated and the disbursed amount. The RTI reply, dated December 17, said, Data not available in material form. Hence, it is not provided under Section 7(9) of the RTI Act. He also asked for state-wise data from Delhi and Kerala on the number of compensated doctors families. However, the answer was the same. Data not available in material form. Hence, it is not provided under Section 7(9) of the RTI Act. The Kannur-based Dr Babu said that the data from the Union Health Ministry clearly shows a vast majority of the Covid-martyred Indian doctors are not beneficiaries of the insurance scheme. It is a big let-down by the government of India. It is also very distressing for doctors and their families that the Supreme Court has not listed the Special Leave Petition (SLP) in the last two years, he told this paper. He said that according to the data provided via RTI in November 2023, 2,244 beneficiaries, including 475 doctors, were compensated.
Kannur University secures 100 crore under PM-USHA Scheme
Kannur University faces allegations over premature result leak
South Zone inter-University Volleyball: Kerala, MG, Kannur universities enter third round
First-semester results were declared within a record eight working days after the completion of the exams with the aid of K-REAP software
Bail conditions relaxed for P.P. Divya in Kannur ADM death case
Two diagnosed with monkey pox in Kerala, under treatment at Kannur MCH
They have returned from the UAE. Health authorities say their condition is stable. Health Minister asks those who had come in contact with the patients to report any symptoms to Health department immediately
Two Monkeypox cases reported in Kerala
Two men returning to Kerala from the UAE have tested positive for monkeypox (Mpox), according to state Health Minister Veena George. One case was identified in Wayanad district, and the other in Kannur. Health officials have advised individuals who were in contact with the infected men to monitor themselves for symptoms.
Businesspersons from Kannur demand access for foreign airlines to airport
Only Air India and IndiGo serve Kannur airport, leaving us with fewer options, say local businesspeople protesting at the Jantar Mantar in Delhi
Second edition of Kannur literary fest from Dec. 20
Nearly 300 people seek treatment for suspected food poisoning in Kannur
KSU State president Aloysius Xavier accuses SFI of cultivating criminal gangs
Kannur University V-C seeks explanation over NewsClick Editors presence at Literary Festival
The phone was uncovered during maintenance work
SFI activist arrested in ITI clash in Keralas Kannur
Amal, who is SFI unit secretary of the ITI, was taken into custody after CCTV footage revealed he initiated the assault on KSU unit president Muhammed Ribin
KSU to protest against SFI violence at Kannur ITI
Kannur University Senate member urges Governor to halt data transfer from varsities to MKCL
Senate member calls for probe into alleged irregularities in K-REAP project
Posters accusing the MP of being unforgiving and a traitor appeared on Payyannur Congress block committee office wall
LDF wins bypolls in Madayi, Chengom wards in Keralas Kannur
SFI, KSU activists booked over Thottada ITI clash in Keralas Kannur
Police book 11 SFI activists on complaint from an injured KSU activist. Five KSU activists and five unidentified individuals were booked based on a complaint from injured SFI activist
KSU-SFI clash at Thottada ITI in Keralas Kannur
The altercation reportedly began when SFI activists allegedly destroyed a flag hoisted by KSU members on the campus, escalating into a physical confrontation. The police intervened and resorted to lathi-charging to disperse the clashing groups
V.D. Satheesan condemned recent attack on Congress office at Venduttayi in Pinarayi, Kannur, calling it an unfortunate incident
