Kerala: Two sports trainees found hanging in hostel, probe launched
Kollam: Two teenage girl athletes, both trainees staying at a SAI hostel, were found dead in one of their rooms on Thursday, January 15, in an apparent suicide pact, the police said. The deceased were identified as Sandra A (18) of Chaliyam Kozhikode district and Vyshnavi V(15) of Muthakkal Thiruvananthapuram district. According to police, Sandra Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Kerala: Two Minor Girl Trainees Found Hanging at SAI Hostel in Kollam
Two minor sports trainees were found hanging in their hostel room at the Sports Authority of India centre in Keralas Kollam district. Police have launched an investigation.
2 Girl Trainee Athletes Found Hanging At Sports Authority Of India Hostel In Kerala's Kollam
The 17-year-old girl was an athletics trainee studying in Class 12, while the other one was a kabaddi player and a Class 10 student.
2 Girls Found Hanging At Sports Authority Of India Hostel In Kerala's Kollam
Two sports trainees were found hanging in a room at a Sports Authority of India (SAI) hostel in Kerala's Kollam on Thursday, police said.
Kollam Vigilance Court denies bail to Unnikrishnan Potti
Remand period of K.S. Baiju, S. Sreekumar, Pankaj Bhandari, and Govardhan, other accused in the case, extended till January 28
Kollam Vigilance court postpones senior Tantris bail hearing
Kollam district panchayat prioritises project completion; multiple healthcare upgrades on the anvil
Plans include transformation of Kollam District Hospital and District Ayurveda Hospital into state-of-the-art facilities, besides specialised healthcare projects for cancer and cardiac patients
Ashtamudi Lake all set for grand water regatta
Ashtamudi Lake in Kollam is poised for a thrilling showdown as it hosts the 11th Presidents Trophy Boat Race and the grand finale of the Champions Boat League on January 10
RSP faces internal backlash over Eravipuram Assembly seat
While a section of the party has proposed fielding Karthik Premachandran, son of Kollam MP N.K. Premachandran, the move has ignited sharp resistance from members who decry the rise of dynasty politics.
Road Over Bridge projects fast-tracked in Kollam, Alappuzha, and Kottayam
Ashwamedham 7.0 launched in Kollam
Kollam KSRTC budget tourism cell records 38 lakh revenue during holiday season
38 lakh collected in revenue during the Christmas-New Year period
First phase of EVM inspection begins in Kollam
Sea conclave on systemic issues within marine, fisheries sectors
The event, being organised by the Fishermen Community Development Programme, will be held in Kollam on January 7
NIT Srinagar hosts 118 engineering students from TKM College, Kerala
Exposure visit focuses on research facilities, large-scale computing, and academic collaboration SRINAGAR: As part of an academic outreach and exposure programme, 118 final-year students of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) from TKM College of Engineering, Kollam, Kerala, accompanied by six faculty members, visited the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar to gain first-hand exposure to []
R. Lathadevi takes charge as Kollam district panchayat president
New Mayors, municipal chairpersons take charge in Kerala
V.V. Rajesh takes over as the first BJP Mayor of the Thiruvananthapuram Corporation, four United Democratic Front Mayors, three of them women, take oath in Kollam, Kochi, Thrissur, and Kannur Corporations. The lone LDF Mayor, O. Sadasivan, sworn in as Mayor of the Kozhikode Corporation
Municipal heads assume office in Kollam
Kochi Mayor was chosen strictly in accordance with KPCC guidelines, says Satheesan
The UDF had announced mayoral candidates in advance only in Thiruvananthapuram and Kollam, says Satheesan
SDPI support to UDF in Kollam Corporation sparks political row
CPI(M) acting district secretary S. Jayamohan says UDF secured its victory by aligning not only with BJP but also with minority communal forces like Jamaat-e-Islami and SDPI
A.K. Hafeez assumes office as first UDF Mayor of Kollam
The transition signifies the end of a quarter-century of uninterrupted governance by LDF and a major realignment in the regions political landscape. The council also elects Udaya Sukumaran of Tangassery division as the Deputy Mayor
Congress leaders V K Minimol, Niji Justin, P Indira and A K Hafeez elected Mayors of Kochi, Thrissur, Kannur and Kollam; O Sadashivan of CPM in Kozhikode
Kollam district administration steps up food safety enforcement
SIT moves closer to questioning more TDB higher-ups in Sabarimala gold theft case
Notably, two TDB officials who were in charge in 2019, K.P. Sankar Das and N. Vijaykumar, have moved the Enquiry Commissioner and Special Judge, Vigilance, Kollam, for protection from arrest. Officials said the SIT had not named any 2019 TDB member as an accused in the case
Supplyco Christmas-New Year fair gets under way in Kollam
Fair offers 20 kg of rice per person at 25 a kg. Special discount available for more than 280 products, with branded daily essentials sold at 5% to 50% discount
Heart, retrieved from a Kollam native declared brain dead at Thiruvananthapuram MCH following road accident, set to be transplanted to Nepali national Durga Kami, who has been seeking medical help in India for close to a year
Newly elected local body representatives take oath in Kollam
Anti-narcotic drive held in Kollam
Swearing-in of local body members in Kollam
BJP in Kollam moves from the margin to the mainstream
On December 5 afternoon, motorists and other passengers on the service road beneath the under-construction National Highway 66 stretch at Mylakkadu in Kollam were jolted by the sudden disintegration of the Reinforced Soil (RS) wall of the embankment, which spewed soil and rubble onto the road. As they ran for their lives abandoning their vehicles, it seemed like the repeat of a similar collapse at Kooriyad in Malappuram earlier. The incidents raise questions over the safety of the RS structures built and being built at various parts of the State. Experts and residents say lack of rigorous soil testing and inadequate geotechnical investigation are the primary causes of the collapses
In Kerala, Modi government favouring Adani group in highway road projects: Venugopal
Claiming a highway scam, the Congress MP says that from Kasaragod in the north to Kollam in the south, National Highway projects, two major stretches NH 66 and NH 544, are collapsing before the eyes of the public
Kerala local body polls: LDF hegemony weakens in Kollam
UDF sweeps four Corporations, LDF reduced to one, BJP opens score
The UDF secures 46 out of 76 seats in Kochi and gains ground in Thrissur and Kollam, highlighting a changing political landscape. The LDF retains Kozhikode Corporation, while the NDA celebrates its first municipal victory in Thiruvananthapuram.
LDFs uninterrupted 25-year reign ends in Kollam Corporation
UDF wins 27 divisions in the 56-member council, LDF plummets from 39 seats in 2020 to just 16 seats, NDA wins 12 seats
Votes to be counted in 16 centres in Kollam
Counting centre for Kollam Corporation will be Thevalli Boys Higher Secondary School
Stray dog crisis in Kollam takes a political turn
Amid rising dog bite incidents and rabies-related deaths, the Opposition slams the ruling coalition for its failure in implementing effective animal control measures during campaigning for the local body elections.
Sabarimala Gold Case: Kerala Vigilance Court Rejects Bail Plea of Former TDB Prez
The Kollam Vigilance Court denied the relief to Padmakumar, also a former CPI(M) MLA, after the prosecution opposed his bail plea on the ground that there was sufficient evidence on record to prove the offence against him
NHAI to conduct intensive soil testing across 378 RS wall locations in Kerala
Eighteen geotechnical agencies will perform soil sampling and testing across 18 highway projects in Kerala. Move follows the collapse of a portion of a wall on the NH-66 at Mylakkadu in Kollam. Reports generated after proper investigations will serve as the basis for re-checking the construction of every single RS wall, says NHAI
Inadequate geotechnical investigation led to NH collapse in Kollam, say experts
They point out that the site is inherently high-risk, featuring compressible soil and multiple water pathways between surrounding polders, making it highly susceptible to collapse from water saturation
70.09% polling reported in Kollam
Kerala local body polls: Voting under way for first phase in seven districts
Voters in Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Idukki and Ernakulam will cast their ballots today
First phase of Kerala local body polls on Tuesday; voting to begin at 7 a.m.
Votes will be polled from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. for Phase-I of the local body elections covering wards in 595 local bodies across Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Idukki, Alappuzha, and Ernakulam districts.
In play in the first phase of polling on Tuesday are three Municipal Corporations, 39 municipalities, seven district panchayats, 75 block panchayats, and 471 grama panchayats spanning Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Idukki, Alappuzha and Ernakulam districts
Kerala local body elections: 22.54 lakh voters to exercise franchise in Kollam
Kerala: Massive fire destroys over 10 fishing boats in Kollam; no casualties reported
A fire broke out before dawn on Sunday at a boat-anchoring point on Ashtamudi Lake in Kollam, destroying more than ten fishing boats. The blaze started around 2:30 am near Kureepuzha church, close to the Ayyankovil temple. Officials said the cause is still not known, but no injuries were reported.
NH collapse in Kollam: Centre begins steps to blacklist construction firm
An expert committee to visit the site soon, and further action will be taken based on the panels report
Expert team to probe NH collapse in Kollam
Sole responsibility of NH collapse on NHAI and construction agency, says Finance Minister, while visiting the accident site
Part of under-construction highway collapses in Kollam
Kerala local body polls 2025: open campaigning for Phase 1 to end on December 7
Seven districtsThiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Idukki, Alappuzha, and Ernakulamgo to the polls on December 9 in the first phase
Repair works on road under bridge begins at Kollampalayam
Special trains to Sabarimala from Telangana from December 13
Hyderabad: In view of the heavy rush of devotees travelling to Sabarimala, the South Central Railway (SCR) has announced special train services from December 13 to January 2 connecting various stations under its jurisdiction with Kollam Junction in Kerala. A total of ten special trains, including both onward and return services, will be operated, the 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 .
Motorists seek repair works to road under bridge at Kollampalayam
Sabarimala gold loss case: SIT grills former Thiruvabharanam Commissioner
Investigators questioned former Thiruvabharanam Commissioner K S Baiju regarding gold lost from Sabarimala temple. Baiju was permitted custody until evening by the Kollam Vigilance Court. He was the Commissioner when gold-plated coverings were removed for electroplating in 2019. The court dismissed his bail application in a related case. Six people have been arrested so far.
The hospital was selected from 57 nominations from 51 countries in the Asia-Pacific region
Kerala local body polls: Rivals will seek to loosen LDFs firm grip on Kollam Corporation
Since the formation of the Corporation in 2000, the Left front has been in power. This time, the CPI(M) is not fielding a single sitting member of the current council, hoping that a totally new line-up will get voters approval. While the UDF is looking for a recovery from a major setback in the 2020 elections, the NDA, having tripled its seats in 2020, is highly optimistic about its prospects
50 Sabarimala Pilgrims Injured After Tamil Nadu Bus Overturns in Idukki
One critically hurt as vehicle loses control on KollamTheni National Highway
Tenders worth 6.46 crore for station redevelopment projects in Kollam and Alappuzha
Sasthamkotta and Karunagappally in Kollam, and Haripad and Punnapra in Alappuzha are the stations in focus
SIT produces Padmakumar before Inquiry Commissioner and Special Vigilance Judge in Kollam. Court remands him in SIT custody till Friday
Kerala local body polls 2025: Rival fronts fear public anger as pollution hogs the limelight
Public anger over industrial emissions and untreated wastewater is mounting pressure on political parties. While reverberations of agitations against a poultry waste treatment plant in Kozhikode is likely to shape voter sentiment, Ashtamudi Lakes pollution is becoming a key poll issue in Kollam.
Kerala: Man Kills Wife by Hitting Her with LPG Cylinder in Kollam
Police have arrested her husband, Madhusudhanan Pillai, who assaulted her following a quarrel at their house around midnight
Kollam district school Kalolsavam from Nov. 25
RAF Team Deployed at Sabarimala for Security
A 140-member unit led by Deputy Commander Bijuraj from Kollam assumed charge at Sannidhanam, the temple complex, on Saturday
Kodi Kada is in non-stop election mode
Since 1984, the small shop is the primary source of campaign materials for political parties across Kollam and neighbouring districts all through the year. It provides an array of customised products and strictly adheres to green protocol
Kerala local body polls 2025: Fronts lay out policy vision at election debate in Kollam
Heavy rain disrupts normal life in southern Kerala
The Kerala State Disaster Management Authority issued an orange alert for Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, and Alappuzha districts applicable for the next 24 hours.
Centre to establish CGHS Wellness Centre in Kollam
Railways conduct full-scale safety mock drill at Kollam Junction railway station
The mock drill was designed to strengthen disaster response capabilities and provide hands-on training for managing train accidents through a realistic scenario
Zonal competitions of SGOU arts festival from Nov. 15
The State festival will be held from November 28 to 30. Over 1,000 students from 11 study centres in Thiruvananthapuram, Pathanamthitta, and Kollam districts will participate in the competitions
Kerala local body polls 2025: Kollam district to have 2,722 polling stations
Man Attacked With Machetes, House Stormed After Argument With Auto Driver
A man and two of his neighbours suffered severe injuries when an autorickshaw driver and his friends, some of whom were waving machetes, stormed his house after a minor argument near Kollam in Kerala.
Southern Railway announces 16 special trains for Sabarimala pilgrimage season
Thiruvananthapuram: Southern Railway on Monday announced 16 special trains for pilgrims travelling to Sabarimala for the Mandala-Makaravilakku festival season, which begins on November 17. The trains will be operational from November 14 to January 24, 2026 from Kakinada, Hazur Sahib Nanded, Charlapalli, Machilipatnam, Narasapur, Chennai Egmore, Dr MGR Chennai Central to Kollam and Kottayam, 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 .
Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Idukki, Alappuzha and Ernakulam will go to polls on December 9. Thrissur, Malappuram, Wayanad, Palakkad, Kannur, Kasaragod, Kannur and Kozhikode on December 11
LSGD identifies new sites for regional sanitary waste incineration facilities in Kerala
The proposed plants, each capable of processing 20 tonnes of waste per day, will be established in Kottarakara in Kollam, Muvattupuzha in Ernakulam, Kuttippuram in Malappuram and Kadannappalli in Kannur.
Special train from Cherlapally to Sabarimala announced
Hyderabad: The South Central Railway (SCR) has announced special train services for Ayyappa devotees travelling to Sabarimala. A special train service (Train No. 07113) will operate between Cherlapally and Kollam from November 18 to January 13, departing Cherlapally every Tuesday. This train will pass through key stations including Secunderabad, Lingampalli, Vikarabad, Tandur, Yadgir, Krishna, Raichur, 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 .
Amoebic meningoencephalitis: study on host risk factors initiated
Health department and ICMR National Institute of Epidemiology begins case control study with 66 recent cases being chosen from Kozhikode, Malappuram, Thiruvananthapuram and Kollam
Protests erupt in Thiruvananthapuram as kin alleges medical negligence led to patients death in MCH
Kollamman had been admitted to the hospital last Saturday due to chest pain. Though kin alleges angiogram test was not performed on him, authorities say test was not done as the patient had several risk factors like diabetes, hypertension,which made angiogram a risky proposition
A Kerala Crime Misrepresented by AI Imagery By New Indian Express
The shocking case from Keralas Kollam district involves a man named Mohd Sajeer, who allegedly poured boiling fish curry on his wife, Rejila Gafoor, after she refused to take part in a black magic ritual prescribed by an Usthad a local occult practitioner. According to the FIR, the incident took place at around 10 a.m. Continue reading A Kerala Crime Misrepresented by AI Imagery By New Indian Express The post A Kerala Crime Misrepresented by AI Imagery By New Indian Express appeared first on OurVoice | WeRIndia - Analysis & Opinion .
Vice President Radhakrishnan urges stakeholders to make Indian coir a global brand
KOLLAM (Kerala), Nov 3 : Vice President C P Radhakrishnan on Monday described coir as a symbol of sustainable development and urged stakeholders to make Indian coir a global brand. He also highlighted the pivotal role played by exporters and stakeholders in propelling the Indian coir industry onto the global stage. The Vice President interacted with the members of the Federation of Indian Coir Exporters Associations (FICEA) in this south Kerala district. The interaction brought together distinguished exporters, industry leaders, [] The post Vice President Radhakrishnan urges stakeholders to make Indian coir a global brand appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Education is wealth that cannot be taken away, says Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan
Diamond jubilee celebrations of Fatima Mata National College, Kollam
Special trains to Kollam sought to meet Ayyappa puja season rush
According to official figures, around thousand scrub typhus cases are reported each year in Kerala, 70% of which are from Thiruvananthapuram and the rest are from Kozhikode, Wayanad, Idukki and Kollam
Kerala Man Booked for Pouring Hot Fish Curry on Wifes Face
The accused, who believed his wife was possessed, fled after the assault; victim hospitalised in Kollam district
Field studies in Kozhikode to identify reasons for surge in amoebic meningoencephalitis in Kerala
Health dept. and scientists at ICMR-National Institute of Epidemiology will continue field studies in Malappuram, Thiruvananthapuram and Kollam too, which account for a significant number of the amoebic infections reported in 2024, 2025
KIIFB approves SPV for Vizhinjam-Kollam-Punalur Growth Triangle project in Kerala
Steps are on to secure approval of State Cabinet for registration, says Balagopal
Cyclone Montha likely to bring heavy rainfall in Kerala; orange alert for three districts
An orange alert warning of very heavy rainfall has been issued for three districts Kozhikode, Kannur, and Kasaragod on Monday, while the rest of the State, except for Thiruvananthapuram and Kollam, has been put on yellow alert
Model United Nations held in Kollam
Kerala rains: IMD withdraws red alert, puts 10 districts on orange alert
Yellow alert sounded for Kasaragod, Kannur, Kollam and Thiruvananthapuram on Wednesday
