Congress disruption of the Assembly over Sabarimala temple theft spilt onto the street at Mavelikara in Alappuzha and Kannur. BJP workers take out march to Chief Ministers official residence aeeking CBI enquiry
Thalassery district court acquits all 14 accused, including Kodi Suni, in New Mahe twin murder case
KANNUR: The Thalassery District Court has acquitted all 14 accused in the RSS twin murder case that took place in New Mahe, bringing an end to a legal battle that lasted 15 years. The court found the accused, including Kodi Suni, not guilty due to the prosecutions failure to establish the charges. The case pertained to the brutal killing of two BJP-RSS workers, who were stopped on a bike, attacked with bombs, and hacked to death. Most of the accused were CPM followers. Among them, Kodi Suni, Muhammed Shafi, and Shinoj are already serving prison sentences for their involvement in the murder of political leader T P Chandrasekharan. On May 28, 2010, two RSS workers, Vijith (28) and Shinoj (29), were brutally murdered near Pallur. The incident occurred along Kallai on Peringadi Road in New Mahe. According to the case details, the victims were attacked with bombs and hacked to death while returning after attending a court hearing in Mahe. A total of 16 people were accused in connection with the double murder. However, two of the accused died during the course of the prolonged legal proceedings. TP Chandrasekharan murder accused Kodi Suni released on 30-day parole amid controversy
Memorial of Kerala CPI(M) worker U.K. Kunhiraman vandalised in Kannur; case against five RSS workers
Super League Kerala 2.0: New coaches, smart marketing & a competition raising the bar
KOCHI: Keralas homegrown professional football league, the Super League Kerala (SLK), has entered its second season and everything about it feels bigger, sharper, and more ambitious. From a full-fledged marketing blitz led by film stars and celebrities to a revamped scouting system and a new wave of international coaches, the league seems to be getting transformed from a promising experiment into a confident, professional spectacle. If last years debut was about proving a point, Season 2 is about raising the bar. The fan engagement alone tells the story packed stadiums across Kozhikode, Malappuram, and Thiruvananthapuram, roaring crowds, and a record 21,903 spectators at the opener. The acceptance has been phenomenal, both in stadiums and online, says Mathew Joseph, CEO and director of SLK. This season feels like a movement. A major part of that movement has been the leagues focus on homegrown talent. Through Project Gamechanger, SLKs in-house scouting initiative, five young players have graduated into professional ranks this year. The first two assists of the season came from players scouted through Project Gamechanger Sangeeth Satish of Forca Kochi and Muhamad Sinan of Kannur Warriors, says Firoze Meeran, SLK managing director. With 100 Kerala players in the mix up from 90 last year the league is fast becoming the states strongest platform for nurturing future football stars. On the field, there is a new international flavour too. Every team has refreshed its setup with new managers, most of them from Europe and South America. D Arun Kumar of Calicut FC celebrates after scoring the winning goal against Forca Kochi FC Kannur Warriors retained their Spanish coach Sanches Murias, while Malappuram FC brought in Miguel Corral, Forca Kochi signed Miquel Plana, Thrissur Magic turned to Russian Andrey Chernyshov, Thiruvananthapuram Kombans appointed Englishman James McAloon, and Calicut FC, the defending champions, are now led by Argentine Ever Demalde. The arrival of ISL veteran Roy Krishna at Malappuram FC has further added to the star quotient. Behind the scenes, the marketing game has gone professional. A slick campaign featuring Basil Joseph, Prithviraj, Shashi Tharoor, and Sanju Samson has given the league unprecedented visibility. Social media campaigns, city-based fan drives, and an online prediction game have amplified fan engagement beyond the stadiums. When personalities like Tharoor and Sanju Samson back the league, it helps us reach a national and even international audience, Mathew says. Each franchise has used the Rs 2.5-crore spending cap smartly, bringing in key players and coaches to strengthen their squads. The league itself has expanded geographically, with Thrissur Magic and Kannur Warriors getting dedicated home turfs for the first time. Broadcast on Sony Sports Network and Doordarshan, with live streaming on Sports.com as part of a three-year deal, the 33-match season will culminate in a grand finale on December 14. With its mix of star-studded marketing, professional management, and a clear vision for nurturing local talent, Super League Kerala has evolved into more than just a state league it is Keralas bold statement in Indias growing football ecosystem.
Elderly man assaulted by group of youths in road rage incident in Keralas Kannur
A video of the assault, recorded by the assailants themselves, has gone viral
Street dog attacks artist during play, highlighting dog attacks in Kerala
KANNUR: A street play in Kandakkai of Mayyil panchayat took an unexpected turn when a stray dog attack occurred during the performance. The incident happened during a one-act play Pekkaalam (rabies season), which was being staged as part of an awareness program against street dog attacks, at the Kandakkai Krishna Pillai Library around 7 pm on Sunday. During the play, a sound effect of dogs attacking a child was used as part of the performance. Mistaking the sounds for a real incident, a stray dog nearby suddenly rushed onto the stage and bit P Radhakrishnan, 57, the artist who was performing. At first, the audience assumed the scene was part of the performance. It was only after it ended that the artist revealed he had been bitten on his feet. I was playing the scene where my character was trying to help a kid who was being attacked by street dogs. During that scene I had a stick in my hand. But unexpectedly a dog came from behind and bit my leg. I was able to scare the dog off , which saved me from any further attack, said Radhakrishnan. He later went to Kannur Medical College, where he received a vaccination. Fortunately, he suffered only minor injuries in the incident. Radhakrishnan said that this was the first time he had ever experienced such an incident. He added that his quick reaction helped prevent the dogs teeth from piercing his flesh, allowing him to escape without a serious injury.
Congress to cash in on Sabarimala gold plate row
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Sensing an opportunity to politically corner the Left, which has been basking in the glory of the global Ayyappa meet, the Congress is planning to take up the gold plate row in a big way. Determined to trigger a debate over the gold plate row, the Congress will hold a protest meeting called Prathishedha Jyothi in Pathanamthitta on October 9. The event, where the party plans to rally the believers, will be inaugurated by AICC general secretary K C Venugopal. The party plans to organise similar protest meets in other parts of the state too. KPCC president and MLA Sunny Joseph said in Kannur that the Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) president, who has failed to protect the properties of Sabarimala, is unfit to continue in the position. He alleged that the gold plating at Sabarimala has been replaced with copper instead of gold, resulting in a loss worth crores of rupees. He further accused the government of taking a biased stance by shielding those involved in the wrongdoing instead of ensuring accountability. The ongoing investigation into the gold plate controversy is inadequate, he said, calling for a probe under the supervision of the High Court. Leader of Opposition V D Satheesan has called for the immediate resignation of the devaswom minister and the TDB president, citing serious allegations of gold theft at Sabarimala. At the inauguration of a public meeting organised by UDF district committee in Aluva on Saturday, Satheesan demanded a central agency probe under the supervision of the High Court to investigate the alleged misappropriation of gold donated by Ayyappa devotees. He raised questions about the handling of 30kg of gold donated by the UB Group, asking how much of it remains and why no probe was conducted into the reported shortfall. He also questioned why the individual responsible for the alleged theft was invited back, accusing the TDB of engaging in fraudulent practices, as observed by the High Court. The event was chaired by UDF chairman Dominic Presentation, with UDF convener Adoor Prakash, MP, delivering the keynote address. GLOBAL AYYAPPA SANGAMAM HELD TO CONCEAL MISUSE OF TEMPLE WEALTH: KC ALAPPUZHA: AICC general secretary and Alappuzha MP K C Venugopal on Saturday alleged that the state government organised the Global Ayyappa Sangamam to conceal corruption and misuse of temple wealth. Inaugurating a special convention of the UDF in Alappuzha, Venugopal said the associates of businessman Vijay Mallya had clarified that the Dwarapalaka idol he donated was gold-plated. It was during the tenure of the Pinarayi Vijayan government that the gold vanished and turned into copper, he said. Referring to the recent controversy involving the Travancore Devaswom Board, he asked who Unnikrishnan Potti was and how he became involved in temple affairs.
Five more roads in Kerala soon to be developed into national highways
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: In what could boost Kerala's infrastructure development, five more roads in the state will soon be developed into national highways. The National Highways Authority of India has informed the state government that proceedings have begun to develop five more national highway projects in the state. The roads to be upgraded to national highway status include Ramanattukara - Kozhikode Airport road, Kannur Airport Road (Chovva-Mattannur), Kodungallur-Angamaly stretch and Vypeen-Matsyafed Tourist Office Road. In addition to this, a project is being prepared to construct Kothamangalam, Muvattupuzha bypasses on the Kochi - Madurai national highway. Welcoming the decision, Public Works Minister Mohamed Riyas said NHAI has informed that steps have already begun to prepare the project plans for the new national highways. In a Facebook post on Saturday, the minister said the development marks a major step forward in strengthening the state's road infrastructure. He added that the NHAI has initiated the tender process to select an agency to prepare the detailed project documents. The minister noted that the proposal for upgrading additional roads to national highway standards was raised during a recent meeting between Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari in Delhi. Based on this, the state government submitted a detailed proposal, which has now led to the initiation of project documentation for the five new highways. The development of these roads is a long-standing dream of the people, he said. The state government will constantly intervene to ensure that the projects are completed in a time-bound manner, said the minister. The new highways are expected to improve connectivity to airports, ease traffic congestion, and boost regional trade and tourism. According to reports, the 12-km-long stretch from Ramanattukara to Kozhikode airport and the 20 km road from Kodungallur to Angamaly would be developed into four-lane roads.
Land acquisition for Kannur airport runway to be expedited, says Kerala CM
The process of acquiring 245.32 acres of land at Keezhalur and Kanad is under way, with the valuation of agricultural trees and buildings nearing completion
Going nuts! At this Kerala eatery, where coconuts still pay bills!
KANNUR: At a time when UPI and QR codes dominate even street-corner tea stalls, a small eatery in Panoors Poyiloor continues to thrive on barter. Here, coconuts still fetch you a meal. But what was once a quiet village tradition has now become an internet sensation, thanks to vloggers. For decades, Sreedharans tea shop has run on exchange: One coconut for porota and tea, two coconuts for an upgraded meal with puzhukk (tapioca curry) or chicken curry. Farmers often pay with bananas, jackfruit, or vegetables instead of money. The system, rooted in scarcity-era practices, had long served only the locals. Today, however, the scene looks different. Camera-wielding visitors record every detail from porotas sizzling on the tawa to tea steaming in steel tumblers and upload them to YouTube or Instagram, where the videos quickly go viral.Earlier, only local labourers visited the shop. Now, the online videos have started attracting tourists, too, Sreedharan says, smiling as he flips dough in his dimly lit, electricity free shack. Despite the sudden fame, little has changed. Sreedharan Meals are still cooked fresh daily without electricity, gas, or refrigeration. Coconuts given in barter are used in the curry or dried for oil, while the shop still opens at 9am and closes by 3pm, ensuring nothing goes to waste. Locals say the spotlight hasnt disturbed the old rhythm but has given their hamlet recognition. We bring coconuts or tapioca like always, but now when vloggers arrive, we feel proud this little shop is on the internet, says Balan, a local resident. For Sreedharan, fame is secondary. People may come for the videos, but they stay for the food, he says. In Panur, a coconut still buys you a meal only now, it might also get you a few thousand views online.
Koothuparamba MLA K.P. Mohanan attacked during protest at Panoor in Keralas Kannur
The incident occurred when the MLA arrived to inaugurate an anganwadi. The protest was over a garbage issue linked to a dialysis centre
Ex-husband stabs, critically injures 35-yr-old woman in Kerala
KOCHI: A 35-year-old woman was grievously injured after being stabbed by her ex-husband in Angamaly on Tuesday. The victim, identified as Riya Xavier of Sreemoolanagaram, was assaulted near Mukkannur Forane Church, where she had gone in the morning to visit her children. The accused, Jinu of Angamaly, was traced soon after the incident and taken into custody, said a source with Ernakulam rural police. Riya and Jinu had been living separately following their divorce, during which Riya had moved abroad. The attack was reportedly triggered by Jinus objection to her visiting the children after their separation. She met the children at the church around 10 am, and was walking through a pocket road behind the church to catch an autorickshaw when the former husband confronted her, said an officer with Angamaly police station. He shouted at her, asking why she came to see the children despite settling the matter in the court. The accused then blocked her and stabbed her on the left side of the abdomen and on her neck. The woman, who lost a lot of blood, was rushed to a nearby private hospital and then to a specialist hospital in Karukutty, said the officer. The accused was booked for attempted murder, causing grievous hurt by a dangerous weapon, and wrongful restraint, under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, added the officer. As per the womans statement, the divorce proceedings were over but there was a dispute over the children's custody. We will have to verify it by checking court records.
The call, received on the emergency number 112 around 11 p.m., claimed that a bomb had been planted at the station. Soon, the railway police, RPF, bomb squad and dog squad conducted a thorough search of the station and surrounding areas but found nothing
Shashi Tharoor writes to Air India MD over flight cancellations from Kerala airports
KOCHI: Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has shot off a letter to Air India MD Campbell Wilson, expressing displeasure over the reported large-scale cancellations of Air India Express (AIE) services from Kerala airports in the forthcoming winter schedule. The move is in the wake of reports of a significant number of AIE flights being withdrawn from Thiruvananthapuram, Kochi, Kozhikode and Kannur in the winter schedule, which will be effective from October 26, 2025 till March 28, 2026. Kerala is one of the busiest aviation hubs in the country, with exceptionally high international passenger traffic, particularly to the Gulf region. Any curtailment of services at this stage will inevitably cause severe hardship to migrant workers, students, tourists and families, while also hampering trade and tourism. @airindia must stop treating Kerala as an afterthought: withdrawing business-class services on the longest single-sector flight in India (Delhi to Thiruvananthapuram) has already added insult to injury, the MP wrote on social media platform X. If @airIndia continues its disregard for Keralas interests, @IndiGo6E and @AkasaAir are waiting in the wings and many of us will have no compunction about switching our allegiance to those who give us the attention we deserve. I had publicly hailed @airindia as my favourite airline. But when facts change, opinions can change too. I hope all concerned will pay due attention. @TataCompanies, he wrote. I have written to @airindia MD Campbell Wilson to express my deep concern over reports of large-scale cancellations of @airindiaexpress services from Kerala's airports in the forthcoming winter schedule. According to widely-circulated media accounts, a significant number of Shashi Tharoor (@ShashiTharoor) September 29, 2025
Theyyam makes Durga Puja debut in Kolkata
KANNUR: The city of joy is ablaze with Durga Puja festivities. Pandals glitter with lights, dhaak beats echo through every lane, and the air carries the fragrance of dhuno. Yet, amid the familiar grandeur, this years celebrations hold something never seen before Keralas theyyam has found its place in Bengals most important festival. At South Kolkatas famed 66 Pally Clubs Durga Puja, the pandal itself tells the story. Built in the style of a traditional Kannur temple, its architecture draws directly from Keralas vastu vidya. Crafted over three months by a team of carpenters from Thalassery, the structure is both a tribute to tradition and a bold experiment in cultural fusion. It cost nearly Rs 25 lakh to complete, but its impact goes far beyond numbers. The highlight is not just the pandal but what unfolds within it. Ten artists from Thiruvananthapuram-based Theyyam Nayana Kala Samiti have arrived in Kolkata for a ten-day programme, performing theyyam live every evening. For many in Bengal, accustomed to worshipping Durga in her majestic idol form, the spectacle of theyyam a performer transformed into a living deity is nothing short of breathtaking. This is our first time being part of Durga Puja in Kolkata, says Vijaya Kumar, one of the theyyam artists. His voice still carries the weight of ritual after a performance. We were surprised when we saw the arrangements here. The pandal has been built on the model of Kerala temples. We came to know this is the first time in the history of Durga Puja that Keralas vastu vidya has been used for a pandal. That itself makes this experience memorable, Kumar says. An artist preparing for theyyam performance in Kolkata The group has been performing different theyyams, including Gulikan and Pottan, each night. Four artists don the elaborate makeup, towering headgear, and vibrant costumes, while others assist in the ritual preparations. Every day, we receive countless accolades and appreciation from the locals. Bengal is truly a land of art and culture. The way people welcomed us here proves it, Kumar adds with a smile. For the 66 Pally Club, this experiment was part of a larger milestone their 75th platinum jubilee celebrations. Kolkatas clubs are known for pushing boundaries with pandal themes every year, says 66 Pally creative designer Gopal Poddar. I make themes versatile each year. For the past few months, I have been researching about theyyam. I travelled to Kannur and met the artists earlier this year. First, I approached artists from Kannur but they declined, citing strict ritual practices that bind their performances to temple groves and ancestral shrines, Poddar says. It was then that the Thiruvananthapuram-based troupe stepped in, ensuring that the art of theyyam could travel beyond its sacred courtyards to Kolkatas festival streets, he says. Here, the result is unimaginable. Social media influencers and local people are rushing to the pandal each day to see the performances, Poddar adds. And unforgettable it is. As crowds throng to see Goddess Durga slaying Mahishasura in idol form, they also pause to watch Keralas fierce deities come alive in fire-red faces, swirling movements, and the thunder of chendas. In this space, Bengal and Kerala meet Durga and Theyyam stand side by side, different forms, one spirit.
Kerala school performance stopped over costume supporting Free Palestine
A Kolkali (folk art) dance form at a high school in Keralas Kannur district was stopped by the principal after performers wore T-shirts that read Free Palestine. The incident took place at Anjarakandy Higher Secondary School during its youth festival on September 27. The incident was captured on video, which was widely shared online. It 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 .
Tiger sighting at village in Keralas Kannur sparks fear among residents
Local residents have limited outdoor movement and children have stayed away from school amid reports of the animals presence
Hi-tech cheating in Kerala PSC exam: Accomplice arrested in Kannur
Police say further investigation was on to identify possible external links that facilitated cheating attempt
Youth held for cheating in PSC exam at Kannur
Orange alert in four districts in Kerala
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast a northward shift in rainfall by Saturday, issuing an orange alert for Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur, and Kasaragod districts. This comes as the low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal is intensifying into a depression and is expected to make landfall along the Odisha-Andhra coast on Saturday. Yellow alerts have been declared for the Ernakulam, Idukki, Thrissur, Palakkad, and Malappuram districts. Meanwhile, southern districts are likely to experience a temporary respite from rainfall. IMD has advised the residents in areas vulnerable to landslides, mudslides, and flash floods to relocate to safer locations as directed by local authorities. Those living along riverbanks and in downstream regions of dams should also remain alert to potential risks and follow official evacuation instructions promptly. Isolated instances of heavy to very heavy rain accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning are expected during this period. Widespread rain and thundershowers are likely to persist across many parts of the state until October 2. Strong surface winds reaching speeds of 30-40 kmph may occasionally prevail along the coast through Sunday. Fishermen have been advised to avoid venturing into the sea during this time. On Friday, central and southern districts witnessed intense rainfall, leading to waterlogging in urban areas and rain-related incidents. Northern districts began receiving showers from Friday evening.
SFI sweeps Kannur University Senate polls, wins seven of 10 seats
Case against five for trespassing into Kannur police headquarters
Kerala Cabinet approves draft bills, key appointments
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The state cabinet on Wednesday approved the draft of the Kerala Public Service Right Bill, 2025, and cleared an amendment to the states university acts to add a provision for holding syndicate meetings. It further decided to revise the staff pattern of Keltron and sanctioned new posts in various educational institutions. Six High School Teachers (HST) posts will be created in Ancharakandi Higher Secondary School, Kannur, for the academic year 2022-23, while nine HST posts, one Junior Language Hindi and one Junior Language Arabic post will be sanctioned for 2023-24. Two Scientific Officers (Nuclear Medicine) posts will be created at Malabar Cancer Centre. The Higher Secondary School Teacher (HSTT)-Junior (French) post in St Theresas Convent Girls HSS, Ernakulam, will be upgraded to HSST (French), and the Librarian Grade IV post at Government Polytechnic College, Pinarayi Education Hub, will be upgraded to Grade III. Appointments to the State Food Commission were also cleared. K N Sugathan of Ramamangalam, Ernakulam (General Category), Rameshan V of Perinthalmanna (Scheduled Caste Category), Murukesh M of Kavundikkal, Palakkad (Scheduled Tribe Category), and Sheela T K of Alappad, Thrissur (Womens Category) have been named members. Decisions on salary revisions were taken, extending the benefits of the 11th Pay Revision Order to employees in government-approved posts in Food Craft Institutes. The long-term pay agreement for employees of Kerala Clays and Ceramic Products Limited (KCCP) will be implemented with effect from January 1, 2017, while the managerial staff of Travancore Titanium Products Limited will get revised salaries for five years from October 1, 2013, with the existing EPF contribution arrangement continuing. The cabinet sanctioned Rs 3 lakh from the Chief Ministers Relief Fund to Agnimitra, a native of Venganur, Thiruvananthapuram, who is undergoing treatment following a street dog attack. It also decided to waive Rs 36.61 lakh collected by the PWD as a security deposit and supervision charges from BSNL for the installation of optical fibre cables under the 4G saturation project. Further, the Federal Bank Officers Association Educational Society was granted an exemption for 18.11 acres of excess land in Mukkannoor village, Ernakulam, for educational development, with a condition restricting its use to the permitted purpose. Former KSEB chief engineer James Wilson was reappointed as Advisor, Interstate Water Wing, Irrigation Department, for two years. The cabinet also cleared several tenders, including Rs 7.29 crore for MEP and civil works at the Girls Hostel and substation of Government Medical College, Kasaragod; Rs 23.78 crore for works under the Kuttanad Comprehensive Drinking Water Project Phase-II Package 2; and Rs 2.07 crore for BC overlay works on Old National Highway 66 from Altaramoodu to Mevaram.
Train travel turns nightmare; passenger associations seek more MEMU services in Kerala
KOCHI: With the seemingly perennial road work making travel along national highways a miserable experience in the state, people are increasingly switching to trains. But if the demand and supply ratio is anything to go by, the trains, especially those that conduct services within the state, are proving insufficient. And hence, passenger associations are demanding additional MEMU services. In the evenings, there is an unusual rush from Ernakulam and Kottayam stations to Kollam. The long gap after Parasuram Express passes in the afternoon adds to the rush. With the Kochi Metro terminal in Tripunithura becoming operational, passengers have completely abandoned private vehicles and are depending on trains, which has increased rail travel woes, Ajaz Vadakedam, a member of Friends On Rails, told TNIE . The situation is such that people are now travelling in packed coaches or hanging on for dear lives on footboards, or standing in toilet corridors holding their breath, he pointed out. Students and employees of MG University, Brilliant College, Medical College, and other educational institutions travelling towards Kollam are greeted with the sight of packed trains arriving at the Kottayam station, Ajaz said. Although there has been a huge increase in the number of rail passengers, and revenue, over the past few years, there has been no significant improvement in the number of services for regular passengers. The congestion reaches its peak at Changanassery in the evening, he said. If this has become a regular affair on the Ernakulam-Kollam stretch under the Thiruvananthapuram railway division, things have taken a turn for the worse on the Ernakulam-Thrissur route ever since work began on NH 544 and NH 66. Passengers hanging from the doors of a packed MEMU train in Thrissur. Road traffic was disrupted because of the construction and maintenance work on national and state highways and other major roads. Hence, many people who travelled by road are now relying on trains, turning short-distance journeys miserable, especially in the morning and evening peak hours. Things worsen on Fridays and Saturdays when people working in Ernakulam or Thrissur travel in either direction to return home for the weekend, said P Krishnakumar, general secretary of the Thrissur Railway Passengers Association (TRPA). Trains are so crowded that it reminds us of the wagon tragedy. Women, children, and senior citizens find travelling on these packed trains tough. Even after buying tickets, they are often unable to board the train, he pointed out. Instead of increasing the number of coaches on trains, the Railways have been doing the opposite, he alleged. Though the number of coaches on the evening Ernakulam-Shoranur MEMU (66320) has been increased to 16, there are often only 12 coaches on Fridays and Saturdays. The number of passengers has increased as this train later runs from Shoranur to Nilambur. Similarly, the Ernakulam-Palakkad MEMU (66610) has only eight coaches. The 16307 Alappuzha-Kannur Express is also crowded, Krishnakumar said. Considering the current situation in Kerala, all passenger/MEMU trains should be converted to MEMU trains with at least 16 coaches, he said. They should run every day of the week and the necessary MEMU coaches should be immediately allocated to the Thiruvananthapuram and Palakkad divisions, Krishnakumar said. Friends on Rails have demanded that the MEMU which operated from Ernakulam Junction to Kollam, at 2.45 pm, before the Covid pandemic be resumed. It has become a daily occurence for passengers to ditch their travel plans at the last moment after seeing the crowded coaches. The lack of a daily service from Kollam to Ernakulam for more than three hours after 8 am is also causing great distress to passengers. If the MEMU/passenger departing from Kollam at 10 am is arranged in such a way that it reaches Ernakulam at 1.30 pm and leaves after 2.45 or 3 pm, the travel hassle in both directions can be solved to a great extent, Ajas said. Train journeys from Ernakulam in the evening have turned very dangerous, he said. TRPA has also submitted a representation to Union Minister and Thrissur MP Suresh Gopi, seeking his intervention in matter.
Kannur Corporation in Kerala launches water Budget
The water Budget is designed to assess water availability and utilisation across the Corporations limits
Golden jackal attack leaves six injured in Keralas Kannur
Kerala Cabinet approves judicial city in Kalamassery
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The State cabinet on Wednesday approved establishing a judicial city in Kalamassery by acquiring 27 acres of land from HMT Limited. The Home Department has been directed to initiate preliminary steps for the project and explore the possibility of securing Central assistance. The Cabinet also approved the draft of the Kerala Public Service Right Bill, 2025, and cleared an amendment to the States university acts to add a provision for holding syndicate meetings. It further decided to revise the staff pattern of Keltron and sanctioned new posts in various educational institutions.Six High School Teachers (HST) posts will be created in Ancharakandi Higher Secondary School, Kannur, for the academic year 2022-23, while nine HST posts, one Junior Language Hindi and one Junior Language Arabic post will be sanctioned for 2023-24. Two Scientific Officer (Nuclear Medicine) posts will be created at Malabar Cancer Centre. The Higher Secondary School Teacher (HSTT)-Junior (French) post in St Theresas Convent Girls HSS, Ernakulam, will be upgraded to HSST (French), and the Librarian Grade IV post at Government Polytechnic College, Pinarayi Education Hub, will be upgraded to Grade III. Appointments to the State Food Commission were also cleared. K.N. Sugathan of Ramamangalam, Ernakulam (General Category), Rameshan V. of Perinthalmanna (Scheduled Caste Category), Murukesh M. of Kavundikkal, Palakkad (Scheduled Tribe Category), and Sheela T.K. of Alappad, Thrissur (Womens Category) have been named members. Decisions on salary revisions were taken, extending the benefits of the 11th Pay Revision Order to employees in government-approved posts in Food Craft Institutes. The long-term pay agreement for employees ofKerala Clays and Ceramic Products Limited (KCCP) will be implemented with effect from January 1, 2017, while the managerial staff of Travancore Titanium Products Limited will get revised salaries for five years from October 1, 2013, with the existing EPF contribution arrangement continuing. The cabinet sanctioned Rs. 3 lakh from the Chief Ministers Relief Fund to Agnimitra, a native of Venganur, Thiruvananthapuram, who is undergoing treatment following a street dog attack. It also decided to waive Rs. 36.61 lakh collected by the PWD as a security deposit and supervision charges from BSNL for the installation of optical fibre cables under the 4G saturation project. Further, the Federal Bank Officers Association Educational Society was granted an exemption for 18.11 acres of excess land in Mukkannoor village, Ernakulam, for educational development, with a condition restricting its use to the permitted purpose. Former KSEB Chief Engineer James Wilson was reappointed as Advisor, Interstate Water Wing, Irrigation Department, for two years. The Cabinet also cleared several tenders, including Rs. 7.29 crore for MEP and civil works at the Girls Hostel and substation of Government Medical College, Kasaragod; Rs. 23.78 crore for works under the Kuttanad Comprehensive Drinking Water Project Phase-II Package 2; and Rs. 2.07 crore for BC overlay works on Old National Highway 66 from Altaramoodu to Mevaram.
Bomb threat to Defence Security Corps Records Centre in Keralas Kannur
Threat received via e-mail
Rebels float new front as UDF faces fresh challenge in Kannur Corporation in Kerala
Congress rebels and disgruntled leaders expelled from various parties prepare to enter the fray under the banner Rajivji Cultural Forum
KIIFB sanctions 73.9 crore for land acquisition of Kannur airport link road
Around 7 hectares of land from 1,600 landowners will be acquired for the 22.56-km stretch
Kannur Dussehra to showcase nine days of colour, culture, and commerce
CPI(M) worker bedridden for years after political violence found dead in well in Keralas Kannur
The deceased had been under treatment since 2009 after sustaining severe injuries in an attack allegedly by BJP workers
Medicinal plant nursery to come up at Kannur Ayurveda Research Centre
Writer T. Padamanabhan ridicules circular mandating respected before Ministers names
The writer was speaking at the inauguration of the Walk Against Drugs, led by Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala in Kannur
Watch: Kerala Young Men Save 8-Year-Old Girl Choking on Chewing Gum in Kannur
An 8-year-old girl in Kannur, Kerala, was saved by a group of youths after choking on chewing gum. CCTV footage shows their quick first aid rescue. Minister V Sivankutty praised the brave act. Watch the viral video.
Anti-drug rally in Kannur draws huge crowd
Kerala confronts a health crisis due to rising PAM cases. This brain infection is caused by Naegleria fowleri. The state reports 69 cases in 2025, with 19 deaths. PAM spreads beyond Kozhikode, Malappuram, and Kannur. Infection occurs when contaminated water enters the nose. Early detection and prevention are crucial. Authorities advise precautions against stagnant water.
Kerala kills 4,734 wild boars by July after local bodies get authorisation for culling
Palakkad reports the highest culling with 1,457 boars, followed by Malappuram (826), Thiruvananthapuram (796), and Kannur (677)
Kerala: 2 government employees among 14 accused of raping 16-year-old boy; 9 arrested
In Kerala's Kasaragod, a disturbing case has emerged involving the sexual assault of a 16-year-old boy. Nine individuals, including two government employees, have been arrested. The victim was allegedly abused over two years by 14 men he met on a gay dating app, with incidents occurring at his home and in Kannur and Kozhikode.
Woman dies in road accident in Kannur
New CPI(M) committee office in Kannur to house historic ledger
The ledger, kept at the party district committee office Azhikodan Samaraka Mandiram, written by comrade Sreenivasan, who became the party office secretary in 1970, stands as a valuable testimony to the partys legacy
Bird hit forces Air India Express flight to return at Kannur airport
The aircraft took off at 6.36 a.m. with 180 passengers on board, but returned back to the airport 45 minutes later
Two arrested for killing python, cooking its meat in Keralas Kannur
The arrests followed a tip-off received by Forest department
Fearing TTE action, cool drinks vendor jumps off moving train in Kerala
Ashkar, who was selling cool drinks on the AlappuzhaKannur Executive Express, was asked by the TTE to produce a ticket. When he failed to do so, the TTE allegedly warned him of legal action. Ashkar then reportedly jumped from the train and sustained injuries
14 children hospitalised after consuming shawarma in Keralas Kannur
Four children remain under treatment, while the others were discharged after receiving primary care
Case registered against BJP leaders on charge of protesting at Kannurs Madayipara
The case was registered under sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita for obstructing public transport on the Madayipara road and raising provocative slogans allegedly intended to create social unrest
FIR against Kerala girl students for pro Palestine protest
An FIR was registered against the Girls Islamic Organisation (GIO) in Kannur district of Kerala on Friday, September 5, for raising pro-Palestinian slogans, flags and banners. An FIR was registered by Pazhayandi police against GIO Kerala general secretary Afra Shihab and 30 members under BNS sections 189(2), 191(2), 190 and 192 for rioting and being 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 .
Case against student activists for organising pro-Palestine protest at Madayipara in Keralas Kannur
A complaint alleges that protesters carried flags and banners allegedly causing damage to biodiversity of the biological ecological zone, said a complaint
Unaccounted cash seized from RTO official in Kannur
Over 700 join pro-Palestine protest organised by SIO in Kerala
The Students Islamic Organisation (SIO) of Keralas Kannur district organised a mass rally and solidarity gathering in support of Palestine on Sunday, August 31, as part of its month-long campaign Tahya Filasteen (Long Live Palestine). More than 700 protesters participated in the rally, which began near the New Stand. Student Islamic Organisation (SIO) organised a 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 .
Kannur Corporation to cancel contract with firm for renovation of gas crematorium
AprilJuly 2025 air travel up 4 per cent, South leads with over 10 per cent growth
NEW DELHI: Air passenger traffic during the four-month period from April to July 2025 recorded a 4 per cent increase over the corresponding period last year, according to the Airports Authority of India (AAI). International traffic grew by 6.6 per cent, while domestic traffic rose by 3.4 per cent. The Southern Region is driving the overall growth, registering a robust increase of over 10 per cent, the data indicated. The air traffic report released by AAI stated that the AprilJuly period of 2025 saw 13.72 crore passengers, compared to 13.2 crore in the same period last year. Airports in the Southern Region alone recorded a total of 4.62 crore passengers, up from 4.2 crore last year, reflecting a 10.2 per cent growth. A total of 2,62,68,697 Indians flew internationally during the four months, compared to 2,48,30,147 in the same period last year. Domestically, there were 11,08,21,774 passengers compared to 10,71,76,202 in the corresponding months of the previous year. Here are the airports in the South that recorded significant growth in passenger traffic during AprilJuly 2025 compared to AprilJuly 2024, Shivamogga 52,272 passengers (89.3% increase), Tiruchirapalli 2,90,775 (55% increase),Kozhikode 2,76,137 (15.8%), Tirupati 4,25,629 (52.1%), Hyderabad 87,28,640 (15.9%), Kannur 1,62,786 (34.1%), Madurai 4,17,325 (12.5%), Cuddapah 22,837 (52.8%), Hubballi 1,19,756 (22%), Rajahmundry 11,95,532 (36.3%), Tuticorin 1,04,010 (23.5%) and Kurnool 7,374 (35.7%) Only southern region records domestic growth in July Statistics released for July 2025 alone reveal a 1 per cent dip in total passenger traffic compared to the same month last year, primarily due to a slump in domestic travel. Interestingly, the Southern Region was the only region to record growth in the domestic market in July. While the Northern, Eastern, Western, and Northeastern regions showed negative growth, Southern airports collectively recorded 80 lakh passengers in July 2025, compared to the same month in 2024, reflecting a 2.8 per cent increase.
Probe launched into elderly couples death at Alavil in Kannur
Kannur ADM Naveen Babus death: petition for further probe moved to sessions court
Petition filed by Manjusha, wife of K. Naveen Babu
Kerala witnesses landslides, waterlogging due to heavy rains
Thiruvananthapuram: Rains intensified in Kerala on Thursday, causing waterlogging, a rise in water levels of dams and landslides in some parts of the state, with the IMD issuing an orange alert in six districts for the day. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an orange alert in Ernakulam, Thrissur, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur and Kasaragod districts 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 .
SFI sweeps Kannur University college union polls
IndiGo, Air India Express add more flights for Kannur airport ahead of Onam
Kannur jail smuggling racket: Youth admits to throwing ganja, mobiles inside for cash
During police interrogation, accused admits that he used to hurl beedis, ganja and mobile phones into jail compound whenever he received a signal from the inmates
Cochin, Kannur airports top in passenger experience
Thiruvananthapuram, a PPP-run airport, and Calicut International Airport, Karipur,an AAI-run airport, both with score of 4,82 need to do more
Kannur districts first Kudumbashree Gender Brigade launched in Azhikode
KSU district secretary castigates MSF in Kannur
Woman dies after being set ablaze by friend in Keralas Kannur
KSU leader alleges bid to sabotage probe against Ms. Divya in connection with alleged corruption and benami property transactions to the tune of crores of rupees
Shifting follows reports of misconduct, including allegations of drinking on Thalassery court premises. A prison department report earlier stated Suni was using mobile phone inside jail and was involved in illegal activities outside
Six held with MDMA in Kannur lodge raid; Shuhaib murder case accused among arrested
The drugs were recovered from a cupboard in one of the lodge rooms, police said
Heavy rains in Kerala: IMD issues orange alert in 5 districts
Orange alert for Ernakulam, Idukki, Thrissur, Kannur and Kasaragod districts. Yellow alert for remaining nine districts on Saturday
Kannur declared extreme-poverty free district
Around 15,000 people earlier excluded from the Life Mission housing scheme have been added to the beneficiary list, with construction under way
HC tells govt. to adopt a reimagined inter-departmental strategy to address human-animal conflicts
Increasing incidents of human-wildlife conflicts at Aralam farm in Kannur and in Wayanad
Kannur gears up to prepare States first district water budget
The budget aims to make citizens water literate by publicly presenting data on water availability and usage at a time when freshwater sources are dwindling amid rising consumption
Clashes break out in Keralas Kannur over raksha bandhan celebration; four injured
African Swine Flu confirmed at Padiyoor in Kannur
Eleven panchayats and three municipalities under surveillance
Deviant children emerging as a social concern in Kerala schools
Functionaries of the Higher Secondary School Teachers Association (HSSTA), an organisation of teachers in government higher secondary schools, claim that such incidents have recently been reported from Kozhikode, Malappuram, Kannur, and Kasaragod, and other districts in the State as well.
Body of KAAPA case accused who jumped into river in Keralas Kannur during vehicle inspection found
Body found in river in Keralas Kannur suspected to be that of man accused of killing his sisters
According to the police, Pramod (63), who had been living with his elderly sisters in a rented house for three years, allegedly strangled them as they were ailing and he could no longer care for them
Kerala has set a model for the country in Ayurveda treatment, says Health Minister
Veena George inaugurates newly constructed womens hostel building and open-air stage at Government Ayurveda College, Pariyaram, Kannur
Kerala Doctor Duped Of Rs 4.43 Crore In Online Trading Fraud; 2 Arrested
The Kerala Police's cyber crime unit arrested two men from Chennai in connection with a sophisticated online trading fraud that defrauded a doctor in Kannur of Rs 4.43 crore, officials said on Monday.
Three youths arrested under POCSO Act in Kannur
Three mobile phones seized in raid at Kannur Central Jail
From Kannur looms to Prime Ministers wardrobe: handwoven Onakkodi heads to Delhi
This is the third time Loknath Weavers is making Onakkodi for the Prime Minister. They will make nine unique kurta patterns for him and seven Union Ministers. The fabric is crafted in twill weave, a technique that demands much patience
Weavers sit idle in Kannurs heritage village as handloom industry struggles
Of over 10,000 weavers and workers earlier, only 2,800 are working now, most of them women. Besides wage arrears is an issue in the sector
SFI wins Kannur University union polls for 26th year in a row
SFI accuses rivals of rigging and illegal entry; KSUMSF blames SFI for abducting a university union councillor
Kannur airport to host North Malabar Travel Bazaar in November
Over 100 tourism-related businesses, including hotels, resorts, homestays, houseboats, Ayurvedic institutions, travel agencies, hospital and destination management companies, will showcase their services
Kerala rains: IMD downgrades red alert to orange for Kannur, Kasaragod as rainfall weakens
Yellow alert for Malappuram, Kozhikode, and Wayanad districts on Wednesday where isolated heavy rain is likely
Holiday for educational institutions in Kasaragod, Kannur districts on August 6
Red alert for Kannur, Kasaragod on Wednesday
Khadi Onam Mela kicks off in Kannur
One more mobile phone seized from Kannur Central Jail
Call to strengthen Kannur-Mangaluru rail connectivity gains momentum
Kerala: Kannur's beloved 'two-rupee doctor' Rairu Gopal passes away at 80
Dr. Rairu Gopal, Kerala's beloved 'Two Rupee Doctor,' passed away at 80, leaving behind a legacy of accessible healthcare. Renowned for charging a nominal fee, often just two rupees, he served over 1.8 million patients. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan lauded him as he people's doctor for his dedication to serving the poor, providing comfort and care for half a century.
For over 50 years, Dr. Rairu Gopal stood as a beacon of hope for the common people, charging just 2 for a consultation and often providing free medicine to those in financial distress
