Kannur University faculty chosen for Inherit Fellowship

Two Migrant Workers Killed, One Injured in Lightning Strike in Kannur

The victims from Assam and Odisha were walking back to a quarry when lightning struck suddenly in Keralas Kannur district

Second fisherman dies after gas leak fire in Kannurs Puthiyangadi

Passenger injured in stone-pelting at train in Keralas Kannur

Passenger suffers hand injury when a stone struck him while he was seated by the window. The display screen of his mobile phone is also damaged

Tension at Peralassery in Keralas Kannur as bomb thrown at womans house linked to BJP office

The attack occurred ahead of scheduled inauguration of BJP office on Peralassery temple road on Wednesday

Young Theyyam artiste found dead in Kannur

K-FON setting stage for entry into wider Indian broadband market

MALAPPURAM: KFON, Kerala's ambitious public broadband venture, is gearing up for a major leap beyond state borders. The government-owned network recently secured national Internet Service Provider-A (ISP) and National Long Distance (NLD) licences, setting the stage for its entry into the wider Indian broadband market. With over 32,000km of fibre laid across the state, including 2,600km of Optical Ground Wire (OPGW) cables linked through 110 kilovolt transmission lines, K-FON already boasts Kerala's most extensive digital infrastructure. We currently have 10 clients using dark fibre and 16 temporary connections for special events. Now that we have the national ISP-A and NLD licences, our next goal is to expand outside Kerala, said K-FON director Dr Santhosh Babu IAS. The only hurdle might be meeting the turnover criteria in central tenders, so we plan to form consortiums with private firms to bridge that gap. The homegrown broadband network has so far connected 1,26,905 users, including 85,553 paid home subscribers and 14,195 Below Poverty Line (BPL) families. In addition, 23,114 government offices connected through Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) now rely on K-FON's network. Subscription growth has been phenomenal, Santhosh Babu said. We have another 14,000 BPL families waiting for connections, and once funds are released, we can bring them online too. In the 2024-2025 financial year, K-FON reported a turnover of Rs 66 crore -- exceeding its target of Rs 48 crore -- and is eyeing Rs 250 crore by 2025-2026. From next year, we will begin repaying the (KIIFB) loan. To sustain momentum, we are launching new projects, including expansion into other states, he added. Malappuram tops the list of beneficiaries under K-FON's free connection scheme, with 3,435 economically weaker families already linked. Applicants holding yellow or pink ration cards were given priority. Kollam follows with 1,453 families, Palakkad with 1,296, and Thrissur with 1,219. Other districts that have benefited include Ernakulam (993), Kozhikode (964), Thiruvananthapuram (867), Kannur (853), Kasaragod (583), Wayanad (687), Alappuzha (581), Kottayam (471), Idukki (404), and Pathanamthitta (388).

Odisha native succumbs to burns from gas cylinder fire in Keralas Kannur

Four Odisha natives were injured in the fire incident

SFI consolidates campus dominance in Kerala, KSU struggles to regain foothold

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Reflecting Generation Zs mood in campus politics, the Students Federation of India (SFI) has reinforced its dominance across Keralas universities, emerging as the most successful student organisation as the curtain came down on campus elections. The outcome from four major universities, Kerala, Mahatma Gandhi, Calicut and Kannur, highlights the Left's continued hold on student politics at a time when it faces unprecedented challenges, ranging from the Chancellor of universities to aggressive politics from opposition parties. However, what could be an alarming signal for the Congress, which is keen to return to power at any cost, is that its student wing, the Kerala Students Union (KSU), remains far behind and is struggling to regain its footprint. Meanwhile, the Indian Union Muslim Leagues (IUML) student organisation, the Muslim Students Federation (MSF), has outperformed KSU in several of its strongholds. The ABVP, student offshoot of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), is yet to make a significant presence, although the BJPs growth rate has increased in the state. Despite facing allegations of using muscle power on campuses, SFI emerged victorious in 65 out of the 75 colleges under Kerala University where elections were held. Notably, it won unopposed in 45 colleges. KSU managed to secure victory in just nine colleges. For the first time since its formation, KSU failed to win a single college union in Alappuzha district, the home turf of senior Congress leaders such as A. K. Antony, Vayalar Ravi, V. M. Sudheeran, and K. C. Venugopal. Nonetheless, KSU state president Aloxious Xavier maintained that the organisation had performed well and described the setback in Alappuzha as nothing more than a shift in trend. KSU leaders also alleged that SFI had thwarted elections in many colleges. SFI has been raising the issue of university autonomy and the Sangh Parivars encroachment upon it, along with the secularisation of the curriculum, and students have accepted this, SFI state secretary P. S. Sanjeev told TNIE. At Kannur University, SFI won in 60 out of 77 colleges, including 39 where it was elected unopposed. KSU secured 12 colleges, four of which were won by UDSF, the alliance between KSU and MSF. In Calicut University, traditionally a stronghold of MSFKSU, SFI made significant inroads by winning 127 out of 202 colleges, gaining control of 35 that were previously with UDSF. KSU secured 21 college unions, while SFI won 30 of 73 colleges in Malappuram, a known MSF bastion, reclaiming 15 from the alliance. MSF, meanwhile, outperformed KSU in Calicut University, winning around 47 colleges. We captured many colleges that were with SFI. We have also won over 40 aided self-financing colleges, said MSF state president P. K. Navas. MSF also secured seven colleges independently, without alliance support. Differences within the UDSF alliance have begun to surface. In Koduvally KMO Arts and Science College, after a KSU victory over MSF, activists held a victory march with a banner declaring MSF lost, Secularism won. In Wayanads Muttil WMO College, MSF students staged a demonstration post-victory, chanting slogans against Congress leaders T. Siddique and I. C. Balakrishnan, warning that they would not win the next Assembly election. Under Mahatma Gandhi University, SFI won 103 of 123 colleges, while KSU won in 31. Across all universities, ABVP made limited gains, winning two colleges under Kerala University, one in Calicut, and two in Kannur. College Union Victories by University: Kerala University SFI: 65 KSU: 9 ABVP: 2 Kannur University SFI: 60 KSU: 12 ABVP: 2 Calicut University SFI: 127 MSF: 47 KSU: 21 ABVP: 1 Mahatma Gandhi University SFI: 103 KSU: 31

IMD issues yellow alert for four districts in Kerala today

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Ernakulam, and Idukki on Monday, warning of heavy rainfall and thundershowers across the state until October 18. The alert follows the formation of an upper air cyclonic circulation over the southwest Bay of Bengal and the adjoining south Tamil Nadu coast, extending up to 5.8 km above mean sea level. Thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds reaching speeds of 30-40 kmph are likely at isolated places in the state until October 16. On Sunday, Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Ernakulam, Idukki, and Thrissur were on yellow alert. Chethalakkal in Pathanamthitta recorded 60mm of rainfall in just one hour. Thalassery in Kannur received 6cm, followed by 4cm in Vattavada, Idukki.

Suresh Gopi seeks to be removed as minister

KANNUR: Union Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas Suresh Gopi on Sunday announced his desire to be removed from the post, suggesting that BJPs newly elected Rajya Sabha member C Sadanandan be considered his replacement. He was in town to inaugurate Sadanandans MP office. Speaking to party workers at a function, which was also attended by Sadanandan, Suresh Gopi described the senior leaders nomination to the Rajya Sabha as a significant milestone in the politics of the district. I sincerely request that I be removed from the post of minister and that Sadanandan be named minister in my place. I am confident that this will mark a new chapter in Keralas political history. Suresh Gopi reflected on his journey, saying that he had never sought a ministerial position. He said he would want to continue doing films as his finances had been severely affected.

Man from Tamil Nadu gets new lease of life at Kozhikode MCH

Prashanth, 32, of Tirupathur met with a road accident in Kozhikode while travelling to Sabarimala from Kannur

Suresh Gopi hits back at critics of his Kalungu talks, defends remarks on democracy

Jayarajan brothers are upset and fears that C. Sadanandan will bring development to Kannur, says Suresh Gopi on M.V. Jayarajan and P. Jayarajans criticism against Mr. Sadanandan

Minister Suresh Gopi offers to step down, wants Sadanandan Master to replace him

Kannur: Union Minister Suresh Gopi on Sunday expressed his desire to step down from his ministerial post and recommended BJPs newly elected Rajya Sabha member C Sadanandan Master as his replacement in the central cabinet. Addressing party workers at a function here, which was also attended by Sadanandan, Gopi said the senior leaders nomination to 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 .

IMD predicts heavy rains in Kerala, issues orange alert in 3 districts

The IMD issued an orange alert for Idukki, Kannur, and Kasaragod in Kerala on Saturday, predicting very heavy rains, while Pathanamthitta, Palakkad, Malappuram, Kozhikode, and Wayanad received yellow alerts for heavy rain. Thunderstorms and gusty winds up to 40 kmph are expected due to a cyclonic circulation over the southeast Arabian Sea between October 1115.

Orange alert for three districts in Kerala after heavy rain alert

Orange alert for Idukki, Kannur and Kasaragod and yellow alert for Pathanamthitta, Palakkad, Malappuram, Kozhikode and Wayanad on October 11

CM to inaugurate new CPI(M) district office in Kannur on October 20

NH-66 widening on the fast lane in northern Kerala; south lags

KOCHI: The six-laning of NH 66, Keralas most ambitious infrastructure project, has split the state into contrasting halves. In the north, smooth, shining highways are taking shape at remarkable speed, while southern stretches especially through Alappuzha and Thiruvananthapuram struggle against delays, disputes and design controversies. The drive on these new express corridors will soon come at a cost. The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) plans to set up 11 toll plazas across the entire length of NH-66, with two more under consideration. The first of the new plazas, at Mambuzhappalam in Pantheerankavu (Kozhikode), is set for trial this week. Northern Kerala surges ahead A success story is unfolding in northern districts. The 39-km Thalappady-Chengala stretch in Kasaragod, developed by Uralungal Labour Contract Cooperative Society (ULCCS), is open to traffic the first completed leg of the project. South of it, the 37-km Chengala-Nileshwaram and 40-km Nileshwaram-Taliparamba stretches, executed by Megha Engineering and Infrastructure Ltd (MEIL), are powering ahead. The main carriageway from Chengala to Taliparamba will be ready by October-end or the first week of November, said V K Abdul Nizar, liaison officer for MEIL projects in Kerala. In Malappuram, where construction once drew national attention after a 250-m elevated portion collapsed at Kooriyad in May, work has rebound impressively. The Ramanattukara-Valanchery (39.68 km) and Valanchery-Kappirikkad (37.35 km) stretches are 99.5% complete. Malappurams section, executed by KNR Constructions under the hybrid annuity model, is being celebrated for both its pace and visual appeal. The Vattappara viaduct in Valanchery Keralas longest at 2 km is already being hailed as one of the most scenic drives in the state. A 116-camera surveillance grid, including 60 rotating 360-degree cameras, is now live along the corridor, with control rooms at Vettichira and Kuttippuram overseeing real-time traffic. Work progressing on Vengalam-Azhiyur segment Kozhikodes contrasting tale Kozhikode presents a study in contrasts. The VengalamRamanattukara (28.4 km) stretch part of Kozhikode bypass is almost ready, boasting multiple flyovers, smart junctions and a digital traffic monitoring network. Forty-six CCTV cameras feed into a central control hub at Mampuzha toll plaza. On either ends, toll booths at Mambuzhappalam North and Koodathumparaeach with five lanes on each sidestand ready. Meanwhile, the Azhiyoor-Vengalam (40.8 km) stretch has become a symbol of delay and discontent. Handled by Adani Infrastructure and sub-contracted to Wagad Infraprojects, work has barely crossed 45% completion. The Taliparamba-Muzhappilangad (30 km) stretch in Kannur, managed by Hyderabad-based Vishwa Samudra Engineering Pvt Ltd, is 78% complete. Engineers here are battling wetlands using prefabricated vertical drains (PVDs) a specialised technique to stabilise soft soil and extend the roads lifespan. The southern struggle If the north is cruising, the south is crawling. The Kadambattukonam-Kazhakoottam (30 km) stretcharguably the toughest segmenthas managed just 41% progress. Disputes with contractors, material shortages, and repeated protests demanding design tweaks have pushed the finish line to July 2026. In central Kerala, the KodungallurEdappally (26 km) reach is 64% done after months of delay caused by red soil scarcity an issue now resolved through a tie-up with Cochin Port Trust. The AroorThuravoor elevated corridor (12.75 km) is at 74% completion and likely to finish by June 2026. (With inputs from Shainu Mohan, Lakshmi Athira, Jithul Narayanan &Arockiaraj J) Know your working model Of the stretches, the Thuravoor-Paravoor (38.38 km), Paravoor-Kottankulangara (37.5 km) and Kadambattukonam-Kazhakoottam (29.83 km) are being built on the Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) model. Work on the rest of the stretches is being undertaken on the Hybrid Annuity Model (HAM). In EPC, a single contractor is responsible for the entire project, from the initial design and engineering to the procurement of materials and final construction. HAM blends aspects of the EPC and Build, Operate, Transfer (BOT)-annuity models The cost-sharing equation The state government is bearing 25% of the land acquisition cost for the widening of NH-66 from Kasaragod to Thiruvananthapuram, except Thalassery-Mahe bypass and Nileshwaram ROB. As per the NHAIs annual report 2023-24, against a deposit of J1,919.78 crore received from the Kerala government, NHAI has spent J1,702.03 crore on land acquisition alone.

Migrant Workers Injured in Kerala Fire from Gas Leak in Kannur

All of them were admitted to Pariyaram Medical College Hospital for treatment

Four migrant workers injured in cooking gas explosion in Keralas Kannur; two critical

All are Odisha natives

Fever-induced pneumonia led to Anayas death: Report

KOZHIKODE: Nearly two months after the death of nine-year-old Anaya, who was suspected to have succumbed to amoebic meningoencephalitis, the post-mortem report has finally reached the Thamarassery police. The report, received on Thursday, attributes her death to fever-induced pneumonia, though officials maintain that the chemical examination report is still awaited to confirm the precise cause. Speaking to TNIE, Thamarassery DySP P Chandramohan said, The delay in receiving both the post-mortem and chemical analysis reports appears to have triggered the anguish of Anayas father, Sanoop, who had repeatedly expressed distrust in the earlier preliminary report. The DySP noted that the Regional Chemical Examiners Laboratory in Kozhikode, which handles samples from five north Kerala districts, is overburdened with backlog cases, causing significant procedural delays. The chemical examination results will be crucial in establishing the exact medical cause of death. The waiting time is longer because the laboratory prioritises cases based on urgency, and many samples from across Malappuram, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur, and Kasaragod are pending, the officer said. The delay, and Sanoops growing frustration over what he perceived as medical negligence, tragically culminated in a violent episode at the Thamarassery Taluk Hospital on Wednesday. CCTV footage has since emerged, capturing the chilling moments leading up to the attack on Dr Vipin P T, casualty doctor at the hospital. In the footage, Sanoop is seen entering the doctors room after instructing his two children to wait outside. One of the childrens school bags, investigators said, contained a concealed machete (koduval), its handle visibly sticking out. Moments later, Sanoop charged at Dr Vipin, inflicting a deep head wound before bystanders intervened and restrained him. Dr Vipin, who sustained a seven-centimetre-deep wound on his scalp, was rushed to Baby Memorial Hospital, Kozhikode, where he underwent emergency plastic surgery. Hospital officials confirmed that his condition is stable and there is no brain injury. Dr Vipin was shifted from the ICU to a room and is recovering well, said hospital authorities. He underwent a successful procedure under Dr Krishna Kumar, chief of plastic surgery department. Meanwhile, Sanoops wife, Rambeesa, condemned her husbands violent act, saying he should have sought justice through legal means. She revealed that Sanoop had been emotionally devastated since their daughters death on August 14, and that doctors at the medical college had hinted that her life could have been saved had she been brought in sooner. He couldnt sleep at night and often cried while holding our children, she said. I still want justice for Anaya, but violence was never the answer. The initial diagnosis was changed later, which made us doubt the reports. We will seek a proper legal investigation. She also voiced fears that the post-mortem findings might have been altered, though authorities have firmly denied this. Hospital superintendent Dr Gopalakrishnan dismissed claims of conflicting reports, reiterating that amoebic meningoencephalitis remained the confirmed diagnosis based on tests from Kozhikode Medical College. He recalled that Sanoop had visited the hospital multiple times seeking a death certificate, and staff had even assisted him with filing an online application through the municipal corporation. He never displayed aggression during those visits, the superintendent said. I now believe I may have been his intended target that day, but Dr Vipin happened to be present when the attack occurred. Police officials investigating the case stated that Sanoop showed no remorse during interrogation. Mystery behind death Anaya was admitted to the Thamarassery Taluk Hospital on August 14 with high fever and was referred the next day to Kozhikode Medical College, where she passed away. Her samples later tested positive for Primary Amoebic Meningoencephalitis - a rare but deadly infection caused by an amoeba commonly found in contaminated water.

KGMOA observes protest day in Kannur demanding safety of doctors

Explosion at Pathayakunnu in Keralas Kannur; windowpanes of houses shattered

Preliminary investigation suggests the explosion may have been an act of arson

Reality bites: Actor attacked by dog during street play on stray menace in Kerala; audience thinks its part of act watch

A solo artist performing a street play about stray dog attacks in Kannur was bitten by a stray dog that climbed onto the stage. The incident occurred during a scene depicting a dog attack, leading some audience members to initially believe it was part of the performance. The artist later informed organizers and sought medical treatment.

Congress, BJP protests demanding Vasavan and Prasanths resignation over Sabarimala temple theft roil Kerala

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.

Fake bomb threat sparks panic at Kannur railway station; caller with mental illness taken into custody

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

SFI sweeps Kannur University Senate polls, wins seven of 10 seats

Case against five for trespassing into Kannur police headquarters

Kannur Corporation in Kerala launches water Budget

The water Budget is designed to assess water availability and utilisation across the Corporations limits

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

11 institutions become carbon negative in Kerala

Kannur Central Jail is the latest institution to join the list. The listing is based on a carbon emission audit carried out by Haritha Keralam Mission

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

Anti-drug rally in Kannur draws huge crowd

Brain-eating amoeba disease spreading in Kerala, 19 already dead: Check symptoms, treatment, and how to stay safe

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)

KSU activists, police clash during protest in Kannur

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

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

Accused in Kannur Urban Nidhicase found dead

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 .

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

Elderly couple found dead in Kannur

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

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

Selective coverage in rubber replanting scheme sparks farmer backlash

KERA Project offers a replanting subsidy of 75,000 in two phases. Eligibility is restricted to growers in Malappuram and Kannur in the north and Ernakulam, Kottayam, Pathanamthitta and Thiruvananthapuram in the south. Idukki, Kollam, and Thrissur have been left out, prompting discontent among farmers

Kerala HC seeks instructions from government on graft charges against former Kannur district panchayat chief P.P. Divya

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

Kodi Suni, convict in T.P. Chandrasekharan murder case, shifted from Kannur Central Jail to Tavanurprison

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