Councillors social media post exposes infighting within Congress in Kozhikode
K.C. Shobhitas post comes against the backdrop of the investigation report over the defeat of KPCC general secretary P.M. Niyas in Paroppadi division in the recent local body polls
Al Mubark Koyilandi, a Kozhikode-based music troupe is working towards reviving muttippattu, a traditional musical art from in and around the Malabar region
Police probe roadside blast at Nadapuram in Keralas Kozhikode as school bus narrowly misses impact
Crude explosive device detonates just as a school bus was moving past
One held with 200 grams of suspected MDMA in Kozhikode
Bomb hoax: police intensify surveillance at Kozhikode Medical College Hospital
An email was received at the official ID of medical college Principal claiming that bombs have been placed at the MCH. Inspections find the threat to be hoax
Dairy and food conclave in Kozhikode from January 8
International artisans find a cultural home in Kozhikode
Beer-Laden Lorry Overturns in Kozhikode, Driver Killed
The accident happened around 4 a.m. near the Iringadanpalli junction when the vehicle lost control after hitting a car.
Lorry transporting beer overturns in Kozhikode, driver killed
Accident takes place around 4 a.m. after a car hits the vehicle
Call for quality audit gains momentum as defects surface on NH in Kozhikode
Demand follows a series of incidents that have put the quality and safety of ongoing construction work under serious public scrutiny
Long-distance connectivity needs beyond Kannur should be addressed by separate services, not by overburdening an already saturated train
More than 20 police personnel have been deployed at the accident site to prevent people from taking away the beer bottles.
Rejigging CAT: Cant humanities grads make good managers?
The Hindu hosted a webinar titled, Rejigging CAT: Cant humanities grads make good managers?, on January 3, at 5:00 p.m. The panellists included: Ajay Zener, Founder, GradSquare India; Deepa Sethi, Executive Chair, GLOBE (Global Linkages, Outreach, Branding, and Evaluation), IIM Kozhikode; Ayush Kumar, Managing Director, New Delhi Institute of Management (NDIM); and Saikrishnaa B, Student, IIM Bangalore. The webinar was moderated by M. Kalyanaraman, who heads the education vertical of The Hindu.
Chicken traders in Kozhikode allege hoarding attempts
The traders call on the Civil Supplies department to carry out flash inspections of suspected poultry farms to expose the foul play
Fronts gear up for Assembly polls as EVM inspection begins in Kozhikode
MBA Admissions 2026: IIM Kozhikode Personal Interview Shortlist 2026 Out, Next Steps Explained
IIM Kozhikode MBA Admissions 2026: Candidates must meet the prescribed eligibility norms to complete Stage 1 registration for the PI shortlist. These criteria are mandatory and must be fulfilled without exception.
Safe destination project on the cards for Pathankayam falls in Kozhikode
CPI(M) alleges serious errors in draft electoral roll in Kozhikode
Disabled-friendly project launched in Kozhikode
Master plan to be prepared for reconstruction of Kozhikode district jail
Fire breaks out at waste management factory in Kerala
Kozhikode: A major fire broke out at a waste management factory at Thamarassery area in this north Kerala district early on Thursday morning, police said. The fire started around 3 am and completely destroyed the building, including the office area. A pickup van parked at the site was also reportedly burned in the incident. Fortunately, 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 .
Toll collection on Kozhikode bypass from January 1 is only a trial run, says NHAI
Kozhikode prepares for New Year Eve with music, dinner and midnight fireworks
Hung council poses challenge for LDF in standing committee polls in Kozhikode Corporation
Words, warmth & winter cheer: A spirited start to the lit fest season
Shashi Tharoor inaugurated the curtain-raiser for the 9th Kerala Literature Festival (KLF) 2026, scheduled for January 21-25 in Kozhikode.
Congress leader questioned for sharing photo of Kerala CM with Sabarimala gold case accused
KOZHIKODE: Congress leader N Subramanian was questioned by police here on Monday in connection with the sharing of a photograph on social media depicting Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan with Unnikrishnan Potty, an accused in the Sabarimala gold case. Police had earlier courted controversy after Subramanian, a member of the Congress state unit's Political Affairs Committee, was taken into custody on Saturday. Following protests, he was released after being issued a notice to appear for questioning. Speaking to reporters, Subramanian said he and the person managing his social media accounts were questioned by Chevayoor police for over an hour at the station earlier in the day. He reiterated that he had not posted any AI-generated photograph of the chief minister with Unnikrishnan Potty. According to him, the image he shared was taken from a video of the CM that is available from the state government's Public Relations Department. They should release the video. Otherwise, I will file an application under the RTI Act with the PRD to obtain it, he said. Subramanian claimed that the same photograph he had shared continues to be available on the social media accounts of others and that no cases have been registered against them. Through such actions, the state government should not think it can conceal the Sabarimala gold theft case, he alleged. Responding to queries on why he deleted one of the three images he had posted, Subramanian said he did not like that particular photograph. There is nothing unusual about deleting one picture. I did not like it. The others were not deleted because I felt they looked better, he said. He added that the person managing his social media accounts had explained the source of the images to the police. There is no AI tool on his mobile phone. Then how can the police claim the images are AI-generated? The pictures were taken from another post, and the sources were explained to the police, Subramanian said. Meanwhile, Chevayoor police have registered a suo motu case against Subramanian under Section 192 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, relating to wantonly giving provocation with intent to cause a riot, and Section 120(o) of the Kerala Police Act for causing annoyance through communication.
Two youths arrested for sexually abusing minor at rented flat in Keralas Kozhikode
Police sources said the two reportedly took the girl to rented flat offering food and free stay on Sunday. She was later drugged and sexually abused
Rehabilitate evictees before taking up projects: Samastha to Karnataka govt
KASARAGOD: Condemning the bulldozing of houses at Yelahanka near Bengaluru, Samastha Kerala Jem-Iyyathul Ulama president Syed Muhammad Jiffiri Muthukoya Thangal on Sunday urged the Karnataka government to implement development projects only after ensuring the rehabilitation of the evicted people. Samastha is not against development projects but it cannot condone the act of rendering the poor people homeless, Thangal told reporters in Kasaragod, adding that the destruction of around 200 houses would pain every human being. Evicting poor Muslims and Dalits before finding an alternative place cannot be justified. There should be urgent measures by the government towards this, he said. Addressing the concluding ceremony of the Sandesha Yathra at Mangaluru later, Thangal said the journey had convinced him that people are with Samastha and will crush any attempt to harm the organisation. Samastha represents true Islam and any attempt to smuggle in alien thoughts will be strongly opposed, he said. Karnataka Speaker U T Khader inaugurated the meeting. Kozhikode Qazi Syed Muhammad Koya Jamalullaili, Samastha secretaries M T Abdulla Musaliyar, Umar Faizi Mukkam, members of Samastha central mushawara and others attended the meeting. The Sandesha Yathra, aimed at spreading the message of the Samastha International Conference, kicked off from Nagercoil in Tamil Nadus Kanyakumari district. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, Leader of Opposition V D Satheesan, Kerala ministers and senior leaders of various political parties had attended the reception accorded to the Yathra at various places. Is CPM training guns on Bengaluru razing to reclaim Muslim votes?
Erroneous cross-vote in Vadakara triggers power shift
KOZHIKODE: The political landscape of Vadakara is in a state of upheaval following a high-stakes presidential election at the block panchayat that saw the LDF lose due to a single erroneous vote. What began as a procedural exercise soon spiralled into a saga of midnight attacks, disciplinary purges and shifting alliances. The fallout turned physical in the early hours of Sunday when the residence of RJD member Rajani Thekkethayyil was targeted. Assailants pelted stones at the house, shattering two window panes. Later, the family found a steel container bomb left on their carpet, interpreted by many as a calculated attempt at intimidation. The attack followed Saturdays election where Rajanis vote intended for the LDF went to the opposition, handing the presidency to the UDF-RMPI alliance. In a council where both the LDF and the UDF-RMPI Janakeeya Munnani held seven seats each, a draw of lots seemed inevitable. However, when the ballots were counted, UDF-RMPI candidate Kottayil Radhakrishnan secured eight votes, while LDFs K M Sathyan managed only six. Rajani maintained the cross-vote was a genuine mistake. I realised the error immediately after casting the vote and requested a chance to vote again, but it was denied, she explained. Rajani has filed complaints with the returning officer, the district collector and the Election Commission seeking to rectify what she termed was a mistake. However, the RJD leadership, under immense pressure from LDF lead partner CPM, showed no leniency. RJD district president M K Bhaskaran announced a six-month suspension for Rajani. The blunder has caused deep fissures within the LDF. In a move widely seen as an act of political penance, RJD withdrew its candidate for the vice-president post, M K Prasanna, and surrendered the seat to the CPM. In the subsequent V-P election, which ended in a 7-7 tie, CPMs Preethi Mohanan was elected through a draw of lots, defeating UDFs Jasmin Kalleri.
32-year-old woman hacked by drug-addict husband loses battle for life in Kozhikode
KOZHIKODE: Four days after she was brutally attacked by her drug-addict husband, a 32-year-old woman died of her injuries in Kozhikode on Sunday. M K Muneera, a supermarket employee and mother of two, died at the Kozhikode Medical College Hospital after battling for her life. Her husband, Abdul Jabbar, 38, is currently in judicial remand, accused of orchestrating the attack that has left their eight-year-old and six-year-old children motherless. The horror unfolded on Wednesday morning around 9.30am at their residence near Farook College. As Muneera was preparing to leave for work, Abdul confronted her, demanding money. When she stood her ground and refused to hand over her hard-earned wages to fuel his addiction, the situation turned lethal. Police reports indicate that Abdul locked the bedroom door, trapping Muneera inside. Then armed with a machete, he began a savage assault that targeted her head, neck, and hands. Abdul locked the bedroom and attacked Muneera on Wednesday. The children tried to open the door upon hearing their mothers cries, but they did not succeed, said T S Sreejith, SHO of Feroke police station. Witnesses described a chaotic scene where neighbours eventually broke down the door, only to be met by a blood-stained Abdul brandishing his weapon at them to create panic, before fleeing to the terrace. He was eventually restrained by local residents and taken into custody by Feroke police. Neighbours managed to move Muneera to the hospital, but she succumbed to her injuries while undergoing treatment. For Muneeras family, the grief is compounded by the bitterness of a second chance gone wrong. Her maternal uncle, Ashraf T K, recalled how Muneera had previously separated from Abdul while they were living in Kondotty in 2024 due to his unbearable violence. His drug abuse and lazy nature were the main reasons for their disputes, Ashraf said. He explained that Abdul had lured her back with promises of reform, even purchasing land for a house to prove his commitment. Domestic violence case was filed against Abdul in 2024 Witnesses described a chaotic scene where neighbours eventually broke down the door, only to be met by a blood-stained Abdul brandishing his weapon at them to create panic, before fleeing to the terrace. He was eventually restrained by local residents and taken into custody by Feroke police. Neighbours managed to move Muneera to the hospital, but she succumbed to her injuries while undergoing treatment. For Muneeras family, the grief is compounded by the bitterness of a second chance gone wrong. Her maternal uncle, Ashraf T K, recalled how Muneera had previously separated from Abdul while they were living in Kondotty in 2024 due to his unbearable violence. His drug abuse and lazy nature were the main reasons for their disputes, Ashraf said. He explained that Abdul had lured her back with promises of reform, even purchasing land for a house to prove his commitment. He promised her and her family that he would relocate, to make it difficult to get his hands on narcotics. He bought the land with his inheritance. Muneera agreed to live with him, seeing his desire to reform. But the problems didnt stop. He became more aggressive day by day. If she didnt get back with him, we wouldnt have lost her now, Ashraf said. This was Abduls second marriage; his first had already collapsed under the weight of his addictions. Despite a 2024 domestic violence case filed at Kondotty police station, Muneera had chosen to return to him just months back, hoping for the stable home that had always eluded them. Feroke police are preparing to raise the charges against Abdul to murder under Section 302 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
KMB enforcement wing inspects houseboats, fines violators in Kerala
The KMB enforcement squad recently imposed a fine of 1.30 lakh against some violators in Kozhikode district
Sabarimala gold theft case: Congress leader N Subrahmanian in custody over photo controversy
KOZHIKODE: The probe into the Sabarimala gold heist has turned into a major political confrontation in Kerala, with the police taking a Congress leader, N Subrahmanian, into custody over a controversial social media post linked to the case. N Subrahmanian, a member of the KPCC Political Affairs Committee, was taken into custody by the Kozhikode Chevayur police for allegedly sharing a photograph depicting Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan alongside the prime accused in the gold theft case, Unnikrishnan Potti . The core of the controversy involves the alleged theft of gold from the Sreekovil (sanctum sanctorum) and the Dwarapalaka (guardian deity) idols of the Sabarimala temple. The Special Investigation Team (SIT) found that several kilograms of gold were missing from the sacred items. Prime accused Unnikrishnan Potti, a priest-turned-businessman, allegedly siphoned off gold under the guise of electroplating and renovation work between 2014 and 2019. Potti was arrested in October after a ten-hour questioning session. The SIT has since arrested multiple high-profile figures, including former Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) presidents A Padmakumar and N Vasu. Political temperature soared when N Subrahmanian shared a picture on Facebook showing Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan with Unnikrishnan Potti, accompanied by a caption questioning the deep relationship between the two. The Chevayur police registered a case under Section 192 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and the Kerala Police Act for allegedly attempting to provoke a riot and promote enmity. Subrahmanian, while being taken from his home after a police search, stated, I shared a real image taken from a video shared by the Chief Minister's Office itself. This is an attempt to suppress the opposition's activities. The CPM, however, labelled the image as a fabricated AI-generated photo. They clarified that the original footage was from a public function in August, and Potti was merely a bystander who was edited into the frame to look like he was in a private conversation with the CM. Sabarimala gold theft case: SIT reaches Tamil Nadu, records Dindigul mans statement
AMMA For the first time in its three decades of existence, women assumed charge of Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA), with Shwetha Menon and Cuckoo Parameswaran elected president and general secretary respectively. The leadership change followed the resignation of the 17-member executive committee, which included Mohanlal, in September last year after the release of the Hema Committee report. Brain-eating amoeba The brain-eating amoeba (Naegleria fowleri) claimed 45 lives in the state, according to the health department. Kerala witnessed a surge in the number of cases in August and September, raising serious concerns about public health surveillance. Chirakkal Dr Haris Chirakkal, head of the urology department, flagged a shortage of equipment at Thiruvananthapuram Government Medical College Hospital, triggering an internal probe. Following the revelation, Dr Haris was subjected to targeted attacks for criticising the government and slapped with a show-cause notice. The health department drew more fire when the portion of a building at Kottayam MCH collapsed, killing a woman and injuring two others. Dadasaheb for Mohanlal Actor Mohanlal was conferred with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, Indian cinemas highest honour, making him the second Malayali to receive the recognition after filmmaker Adoor Gopalakrishnan. 'Empuraan' The Prithviraj-Mohanlal film 'L2: Empuraan' found itself in the eye of a storm following its April release after right-wing groups claimed that its riot scenes bore resemblance to the 2002 Gujarat violence. They forced the makers to carry out cuts, alleging anti-Hindu narrative. Fresh Cut controversy Kozhikode witnessed fierce protests against Fresh Cut Organic Products poultry-waste processing plant over air and water pollution, and foul odour. Tensions escalated in October following violent clashes between residents and police, which led to injuries to officers and cases being registered against leaders of the agitation. The issue triggered political involvement and regulatory scrutiny, including National Green Tribunal (NGT) intervention and disputes over the units licence. GOAT Kerala missed out on Lionel Messis GOAT India Tour primarily due to logistical issues, lack of FIFA-standard facilities, funding delays, bureaucratic hurdles, and disagreements between organisers and the Argentine Football Association, leading to cancellation of the planned November event and its replacement with a Hyderabad leg to cover the southern region. Honey M Varghese Honey M Varghese, Principal District and Sessions Judge, Ernakulam, hit the spotlight after presiding over the 2017 actor abduction and assault case and delivering the verdict in December. The judgment convicting six accused, and acquitting actor Dileep, the eighth accused, drew both praise and criticism. Invest Kerala The state government organised the Invest Kerala Global Summit on February 21 and 22, offering a platform for investors, multinational companies, and startups to explore investments. After 10 months, according to Industries Minister P Rajeeve, the state was able to attract investments worth `35,463 crore and 50,000 new job opportunities. Joblessness Unemployment in the state saw a spurt with the number of jobless youths in rural areas rising to 76 per thousand in 2023-24, from 65 in the previous year, way above the respective national average of 25 and 24. Kerala had the fourth-highest rural unemployment rate in both years, according to the Handbook of Statistics on Indian States. Over the past 10 years, Kerala recorded its highest rural unemployment rate 107 per thousand in 2014-15. Killer in the family In one of Keralas most macabre family murders of the year, 23-year-old Afan went on a killing spree in Venjaramoodu, murdering his grandmother, uncle, aunt, teenage brother, and girlfriend, while his mother survived with serious injuries. Police said he travelled between three crime scenes on a motorcycle before surrendering. He was hospitalised after claiming to have consumed rat poison, before attempting suicide in custody. 'Lokah' 'Lokah: Chapter 1 - Chandra', Mollywoods first female-led superhero film, was released in August. Starring Kalyani Priyadarshan and directed by Dominic Arun, it became the first Malayalam flick to enter the `300-crore club. Mob lynching Ramnarayan Baghel, a migrant worker from Chhattisgarh, was killed in a mob attack in Walayar, Palakkad. The crowd allegedly assaulted the 31-year-old while shouting Bangladeshi, triggering statewide outrage over hate crimes and migrant safety. Nimisha Priya The case of Indian nurse Nimisha Priya, who is on death row in Yemen, saw major developments in the year. Her scheduled execution in July was postponed amid intense negotiations over blood money. Organ donation Organ donations in Kerala reached a five-year peak. Ernakulam General Hospital became Indias first district-level hospital to perform a heart transplant when woman from Nepal received the heart of Shibu, a Kollam resident. Polls The local body elections, widely seen as the semi-final ahead of the 2026 assembly polls, delivered a sharp political message. The UDF emerged as the biggest gainer, wresting control of four corporations. The BJP made headlines by capturing Thiruvananthapuram corporation, while the LDF was left with just Kozhikode corporation. The year also saw a by-election to the Nilambur assembly seat in June, where Congress Aryadan Shoukath defeated CPMs M Swaraj. Quality of national highways The national highway network in the state has been undergoing a major upgrade. However, cave-ins of under-construction stretches in Malappuram and Kollam exposed serious lapses and violations, raising questions about the quality of the work. Rahul Mamkootathil Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil courted controversy following sexual misconduct allegations and rape cases by multiple women. The party suspended the 36-year-old and followed it up with expulsion. Sabarimala The special investigation teams probe into the Sabarimala gold theft case exposed a nexus involving former Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) officials. A total of 4.5 kg of gold went missing from the hill shrine following repair work in 2019. Former TDB officials, including A Padmakumar, N Vasu and Murari Babu, were arrested. Following new developments, the SIT expanded its investigation into other states. Transshipment terminal The Vizhinjam Transshipment Terminal was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in May, establishing it as Indias first deepwater hub. It achieved rapid operational success, handling 1 million TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units) and major vessels like MSC Irina by the year-end, all while preparing for phase II expansion to extend berths and the breakwater for even greater capacity, solidifying its role as a global competitor to Colombo. Universities The year saw a standoff between the governor and the government over appointments of vice-chancellors to APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University (KTU) and Kerala University of Digital Sciences, Innovation and Technology (Digital University Kerala, DUK). Following the deadlock, the apex court intervened, leading to the formation of a committee to recommend candidates. A consensus was arrived at and Dr Ciza Thomas (KTU) and Dr Saji Gopinathan (DUK) were appointed as VCs. Vedan Rapper Hirandas Murali aka Vedan was arrested in a narcotics case and later booked over sexual assault allegations. The governments decision to honour him with the state film award for best lyricist sparked debate. Wild animal attacks Wild animal attacks continued, with four people killed by tigers alone in 2025. From 2016 to early 2025, 919 persons have been killed and nearly 9,000 injured in encounters with wild animals. Kerala officially requested the Centre to amend the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972. The main goal is to allow the culling of wild animals that are a direct threat to people and property. Xtreme poverty eradication The state government declared Kerala as extreme poverty-free in November, through the Extreme Poverty Eradication Project (EPEP). The project identified 64,006 families as extremely poor. The announcement, however, sparked controversy, with the opposition questioning the lack of transparent and census-based data, and alleging political motivation. Year of Youth Youth emerged at the forefront of politics, particularly during the local body elections, with major parties fielding candidates from student wings such as KSU and SFI. Zoological Park, Thrissur Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan inaugurated the long-awaited Thrissur Zoological Park in Puthur in October. The designer zoo is expected to transform the region into a global tourism destination. Tributes P Jayachandran (Jan 9) Legendary playback singer P Jayachandran died, leaving behind melodies that defined an era. With his rich, emotive voice and thousands of unforgettable songs, he remains etched in the musical memory of South India. Shaji N Karun (Apr 28) Acclaimed filmmaker and cinematographer Shaji N Karuns passing marked the loss of one of Indias most poetic cinematic voices. Through internationally acclaimed films and visionary storytelling, he carried Malayalam cinema to the global stage. V S Achuthanandan (July 21) Former chief minister and Communist stalwart V S Achuthanandan affectionately known as VS passed away at the age of 101. A towering public figure, he leaves behind a legacy of principled politics, uncompromising integrity, and decades of unwavering service to the people of Kerala. M K Sanoo (Aug 2) Leaving behind a life devoted to literature and human values, writer, critic, and social activist Prof M K Sanoo died, aged 96. A compassionate public intellectual and cultural guide, his works and interventions shaped Keralas literary and social landscape. T J S George (Oct 3) Renowned journalist and thinker T J S George passed away, closing a luminous chapter in Indian public discourse. A Padma Bhushan awardee and prolific columnist, his fearless commentary and deeply insightful writing enriched journalism over six decades. Sreenivasan (Dec 20) Veteran actor, writer, and filmmaker Sreenivasan bid farewell after a remarkable journey in Malayalam cinema. For nearly five decades, his sharp wit, humane storytelling, and timeless humour shaped the soul of popular cinema, touching generations of viewers and creators alike. text: Anna Jose and Rajesh Abraham EDITING: Prasad V Mathew and Niharika Pramod DESIGN: arjun k j
IUML pushes hard for 30 seats in upcoming Kerala state assembly elections
MALAPPURAM: With the assembly elections approaching, the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) has mounted an aggressive pitch for a larger share of seats within the UDF, setting its sights on around 30 constituencies five more than the 25 the party contested in 2021. The Muslim Leagues renewed ambition is no longer confined to its traditional Malabar strongholds; it is now pressing for a strategic expansion into southern Kerala, signalling a decisive shift in its electoral calculus. At the core of IUMLs demand is its performance in the recent local body elections. Party leaders argue that improved seat and vote shares especially in southern districts have strengthened their bargaining position. The League is seeking winnable seats in Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam and Alappuzha, regions where its presence was once marginal but is now electorally relevant. We recorded an 80% winning rate in the local body polls and performed strongly in southern Kerala as well. Seeking more seats in the UDF is our right, said IUML state general secretary P M A Salam. He said seat-sharing talks are expected to conclude by January 15 and that the party anticipates a positive response when it places its demands before the UDF leadership. Stressing the party deserves more seats, a senior IUML leader said the party was promised 27 seats in 2021. However, due to last-minute adjustments within the UDF, we were able to contest only 25 seats, of which we won 15just six fewer than the Congress. In the 2025 LSG polls, we secured 3,203 seats, finishing third among parties in Kerala. Therefore, we deserve to contest at least 30 seats, the leader said. IUML smashes Malabar stereotype; tally 220 in southern local bodies league likely to strictly enforce three-term policy In the south, Kollam has emerged as a key testing ground for the party. Despite an ongoing rift with ally RSP, the IUML is eyeing Eravipuram, invoking the memory of its 1991 victory when senior leader P K K Bava defeated the RSP while it was part of the LDF, according to sources. They said the IUML no longer wishes to contest from Punalur, where it failed miserably for the last two terms. Salam, meanwhile, dismissed reports of a possible seat swap with the Congress involving Guruvayur. Some leaders aspiring to contest from Guruvayur, with the help of certain media, are creating such stories. We are not bothered about it, he said. However, internal party deliberations suggest a more intricate reshuffle is under way. IUML sources indicate a strong possibility that the party will contest from Pattambi, while firmly rejecting speculation that Muslim Youth League president K M Shaji could be fielded from Kasaragod. There is no chance Shaji will be considered from Kasaragod. He may be given Koduvally if M K Muneer opts to contest from Kozhikode South, a senior leader said. The party is also considering ceding Thiruvambady to the Congress to facilitate Malappuram DCC president V S Joys candidature, while pushing for Trinamool Congress leader P V Anvar as the UDF candidate in Beypore. The IUML is also expected to strictly enforce its three-term policy with few exceptions for the senior leaders potentially sidelining several sitting MLAs and opening the door for a generational shift. Youth League leaders such as P K Firoz, P M Sadiq Ali and P K Nawas are said to be in contention. Reflecting trends from the local body elections, the leadership is also weighing the option of fielding two or more women candidates. With prominent women Youth League leaders, including Najma Thabsheera and Fathima Thahiliya, already elected to local bodies, the Vanitha League may emerge as the primary beneficiary. The Congress, meanwhile, is signalling resistance. A senior Congress leader, said the IUMLs expectations may be scaled down. We expect the League to ask for 30 seats, but we can offer only 27 or 28 at most. Giving them more winnable seats in the south would mean sacrificing the seats currently held by sitting Congress MLAs. Their best chance is to secure two or three additional seats in Malabar, he said. Adding to the strain is IUMLs deep dissatisfaction over its representation in the governing bodies of local self-governments in southern Kerala. League leaders say they had anticipated at least 35 chairperson or vice-chairperson posts in the region, but not even half that number materialised. The party is particularly aggrieved over te Congresss refusal to concede deputy mayor posts in Kochi and Kollam, despite IUML support being crucial in several civic bodies.
Theatre camp begins in Kozhikode
Special drive under way to track drunk driving in Kozhikode city
SoToxa machines have been made available for the enforcement wings for conducting rapid screening of suspected drivers
New airlines that got green signal from Centre will struggle to offer competition, say experts
NEW DELHI: The sudden clearance to operate in Indian skies given to two airlines that had been awaiting the nod for nearly a year appears to be a strong message from the Centre in light of the disruption caused by Indias largest domestic carrier IndiGo from December 1 to 9. The two new airlines are Kozhikode-based Alhind and Hyderabad-headquartered FlyExpress, while Shank Air, based in Uttar Pradesh, was also given the nod last year and plans to begin operations in 2026. Aviation professionals and experts, however, unanimously feel there is no way the newbies can take on dominant players like IndiGo or the two airlines from the stable of the Air India Group Air India and Air India Express. Captain C S Randhawa, president of the Federation of Indian Pilots, is quite critical of the decision. Stating that the newbies can never break the duopoly exercised by the existing airlines, he added, All these three airlines have neither enough funding nor expertise. The best of airlines have not survived. No regional airlines have survived in this country. These airlines are not a threat to any operating airlines in the country as they cannot survive on non-UDAN routes. They face the challenges of finances, aircraft leasing, pilot availability, sustainability, competitive fares and reliability, he stated. The government needs to get fuel under GST and give subsidies to encourage big corporate houses to enter aviation with a big bang to break the monopoly or duopoly. Regional airlines only increase regional connectivity. There is an urgent need for the government to have a relook at the aviation policies of the country, Captain Randhawa explained. He also claimed that Alhind had shut its Kochi office and terminated all employees. Shank Air was still struggling to obtain certification for Air Operator Certification and get aircraft on lease, he added. Training the specific pilots to operate the ATR aircraft or smaller aircraft would take more than eight months. The average life of a regional airline is approximately 3-7 years. Therefore, such airlines starting up with 1 or 2 aircraft fail in prolonged operations and shut shop, he added. Aviation expert Captain Mohan Ranganathan gave zero chances of the new airlines offering any competition. Where are the captains? The title of a 1971 Robert Stirling novel 'Shell Never Get Off the Ground' is apt to describe their situation, he said. A representative of the other leading pilot association, Airline Pilot Association of India, told TNIE, Where are the big aircraft for these airlines to start their operations? IndiGo presently has 434 aircraft and it took them two decades to reach this position. The new airlines need to lease A320 aircraft only from them. Orders placed at Boeing by Air India for the 737s are getting delayed. It will take the new airlines at least two decades to reach the position of these airlines. Spicejet and Akasa Air have been around for some time but they have between 20 and 30 aircraft each and cannot match up to the airlines yet, he added. Captain G R Gopinath, who pioneered the low-cost airline concept in the country through his Air Deccan, said, Permitting new airlines to operate is good for the country as the industry will become more vibrant. The public stand to benefit as the prices will be kept under check. Airlines will become more effective and service-minded. It is good that the government is doing it and it will benefit all. In an earlier interaction with TNIE in Kerala, Alhind CEO Reena Abdul Rahiman said the Thiruvananthapuram-Kochi-Kozhikode sector was their priority. To facilitate this, the company had started a base in Kochi airport as early as August 2024. Alhind Air will begin its operations with two ATR 72-600 aircraft, with plans to scale up to seven within the first year. Alhind Air is also mulling operating in certain routes under the UDAN scheme like Kochi-Mysuru, the airlines operations manager T C Vivek had informed TNIE. Alhind Group, with a turnover of over Rs 20,000 crore and more than 130 offices in India and overseas, is headquartered in Kozhikode and has a regional office in Delhi. This reporter repeatedly tried reaching the offices of Alhind and Shank Air but got no response.
O. Sadasivan is new Mayor of Kozhikode
S. Jayasree of the CPI(M) is the new deputy mayor; the whole council will work together for the development of the city, says new Mayor
CAT Result 2025: Check full list of toppers, know complete IIM admission process
The IIM Kozhikode released the CAT 2025 result, and candidates can check their CAT result by visiting the official website of CAT 2025. The exam authority has also released the list of CAT toppers, and many candidates have scored perfect 100 and 99 percentiles.
Speed boat service launched in Kozhikode
The service will be operated between Kozhikode beach and Beypore to promote adventure tourism
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
BJP State Secretary and Kodunganoor ward councillor VV Rajesh elected as first BJP mayor in Kerala
The Bharatiya Janata Party achieved a historic win in Thiruvananthapuram Corporation. V V Rajesh became the mayor, marking the BJP's first municipal corporation victory in Kerala. The United Democratic Front secured victories in Kollam, Kochi, and Thrissur Corporations. The Left Democratic Front won in Kozhikode, and the UDF is set to lead Kannur.
Airports witness 7% surge in passenger traffic during November 2025 over same period last year
NEW DELHI: Airports across the country have recorded a 7% increase in passenger traffic during November 2025 as compared to the same month last year, according to the Airports Authority of India (AAI). Air Traffic data for last month has just been released by the Authority. Over 3.79 crore flyers were recorded in the country last month, of which a little over three crore were domestic flyers. The overall international growth in the month was 7.5% (70,60,493 vs 65,69,934) while the domestic growth was 7% (3,79,51,054 vs 3,54,52,122) over the compared month last year. The domestic passenger traffic in relatively smaller airports has been in healthy double digits highlighting the aspiration for air travel among the non-metro population. Despite the negative publicity for Goa due to its taxi monopoly, overpriced hotels and overcrowded beaches, international patronage to the tourist haven has shot up by 31. 4%. A total of 20,479 flyers travelled last month as compared to 15,581 flyers in November 2024. Its domestic patronage has taken a beating with a 10.5% dip in flyers with just 5.4 lakh passengers from other States visiting it last month. The number was 6.1 lakh visitors in November last year. While the biggies have seen moderate growth, relatively smaller airports have recorded a growth of over 30% international passengers in November this year over the patronage witnessed in the same month last year. Bhubaneswar has seen a growth of 30.5% (14,220 flyers) Tiruchirappalli has 39.9% (19,402 flyers), Varanasi 40.4% (16,070 flyers) and Mangaluru 35.4% (76,579 flyers), Indore has doubled its patronage with a 99.9% growth (8,902 flyers as compared to 4,454 earlier) while Pune has seen a 49% patronage with 30,633 flyers. Among the major airports in the country, Bengalurus Kempegowda International Airport continues its steady international growth with 6,42,647 passengers, a 27.3% increase in November 2025 vs November 2024. Hyderabad too has seen significant patronage with a 21% growth (4,86,126 flyers). Mumbai has seen a 6.5% (14,61,956 flyers) Chennai 6.1% (5,03,589) growth while Delhi has seen a 3% increase (19,07,845). Domestic picture On the domestic front, these airports have recorded a substantial growth with the patronage figure in the bracket Agra 77% (26470 flyers), Kozhikode 34.3% (16,90,918 flyers); Tiruchirappalli 50.9% (65,297); Tirupati 30.7% (1,08,441); Kannur 35.8% (35,637), Gaya 38.7% (27,862), Belagavi 32.1% (32118) and Indore 26.6% (27862). Hindon airport has seen a 2998% growth! It is 1,22,381 flyers versus 3,950 last November. Adampur (Jalandhar) has seen a 319.7% surge with 13,595 passengers, Rewa has recorded 179.9% surge (949 flyers) Jaisalmer 121.5% growth (43,971) while Bhuj has seen a 110% growth with 26,687 flyers. The Air Traffic Movements (Arrivals and Departures) have seen an increase of 7.3% with 40,909 ATMs recorded in November 2025 over November 2024. The freight growth too is a healthy 15.6% with 337.45 thousand tonnes versus 291.84 thousand tonnes in the compared period.
IIM Kozhikode has officially announced the CAT 2025 results on 24 December 2025, where a total of 12 candidates secured a perfect 100 percentile, while many scored 99.99 percentiles. Among the toppers is Vinayak Agarwal, who scored staggering 99.99 percentile in CAT 2025.
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CAT 2025 results announced by IIM Kozhikode highlight 12 perfect percentiles. IIMs and 93 other institutes will use scores for MBA admissions.
CAT 2025 results: 12 candidates score 100 percentile, 9 from non-engineering backgrounds
CAT 2025 results have been announced by IIM Kozhikode, with 12 candidates achieving a perfect 100 percentile. Of these, nine are from non-engineering backgrounds, reflecting academic diversity among top scorers. The exam saw participation from 2.58 lakh candidates, with a balanced gender and category-wise representation. Delhi emerged as the leading state among 100 percentile scorers. IIMs and 93 non-IIM institutions will now begin their admission shortlisting processes.
CAT Result 2025 out at iimcat.ac.in; check steps to download the scorecard and more
CAT Results 2025 declared at iimcat.ac.in The Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode has announced the CAT 2025 results on December 24, 2025. Candidates can access and download their scorecards from the official CAT website, iimcat.ac.in, starting at 6:00 PM. The results can be viewed by logging in with registered credentials.
Kerala SIR: Kozhikode North Assembly segment has highest voter exclusions in district
While 1,84,784 enumeration forms were distributed in the constituency, 23,709 were not returned, which is 12.83%. Political parties begin process to cross-check draft electoral roll in Kozhikode district
IIM CAT Result Live: Following the declaration of results, the Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) will begin the shortlisting process for the next stages of admission.
Delay in installing CCTV, GPS devices in school buses raises safety concerns in Kozhikode
Close to two lakh entries under ASD list in Kozhikodes draft electoral roll
As many as 26,58,847 enumeration forms were distributed in the district as part of the SIR; a total of 1,86,179 voters were found to be dead, untraceable/absent, permanently shifted, or having duplicate names
Avalkkoppam solidarity meet to be held in Kozhikode on January 2
IIM CAT Result 2025: Check date, how to check and download scorecards and more
IIM Kozhikode will release the CAT 2025 final results tomorrow, December 24. The login link to access the scorecards will be active from 6 PM. Candidates can download their results by logging in with their application number and password on the official CAT 2025 website. This marks a significant step for aspirants.
CAT Result 2025 News Live: Where, how to check IIM CAT scorecard online when released
IIM Kozhikode has not yet announced the CAT 2025 results. The exam took place on November 30, 2025. The answer key was released on December 4, and objections were accepted until December 10.
Irina Krush the commentator has a 10 out of 10 experience at the GCL
The American Grandmaster is glad to be in India again after her first visit in 1998 for the World junior championship in Kozhikode
Kerala NEET PG counselling 2025 round 2 seat allotment results are out on cee.kerala.gov.in. Over 1,000 candidates secured postgraduate medical seats, with MD Radiodiagnosis and MD General Medicine at GMC Kozhikode being highly sought after. Those allotted must report by December 30 or opt for upgradation to retain their chances.
IIM Kozhikode has released the CAT 2025 final answer key, with only one objection accepted. Candidates can now anticipate the release of their scorecards, marking the next step towards the Written Ability Test, Personal Interview, and Group Discussion stages of the admission process.
Newly elected Kozhikode Corporation councillors take oath
Violations at entry, exit points endanger traffic flow on Kozhikode bypass road
Gen Z and the fading Christmas, New Year card tradition
Vendors selling Christmas cards in Kozhikode are no longer able to drive sales as they once did, as a significant shift in gifting habits has occurred due to the generational gap
Mili Mohan to be Kozhikode district panchayat president; K.K. Navas vice president
Multi-crore online fraud: Crime Branch squad in search of 20 more suspects
Police confirm the involvement of a big racket behind the fraud in which many job seekers from the rural areas of Kozhikode district were cheated.
IIM Kozhikode will soon release the CAT 2025 result of 2.58 lakh candidates at the iimcat.ac.in. Check here latest and live updates on CAT exam result 2025 including cut offs, toppers and IIM selection criteria here:
CAT 2025 Result: IIM Kozhikode has released the CAT 2025 final answer key, with results expected between December 19 and December 29, 2025 on iimcat.ac.in. This follows the submission and evaluation of 187 objections, with only one challenge accepted. Candidates can now anticipate the release of their scorecards, paving the way for the next stages of the selection process.
Digitisation of SIR forms completed in Kozhikode
Forms received by the deadline will be included in the draft electoral roll, scheduled for publication on December 23
O. Sadashivan, S. Jayasree to be LDFs nominees for Mayor, Deputy Mayor in Kozhikode
Sahamithra project to transform Kozhikode into a disabled-friendly district
CAT result 2025 expected to be released soon at iimcat.ac.in: Direct link to download here
The Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode is set to announce CAT 2025 results soon on its official portal, iimcat.ac.in. The results, reflecting scaled scores and percentiles, will form the basis for shortlisting candidates for WAT, GD, and PI at IIMs and participating institutes. Aspirants are advised to check scorecards carefully and rely only on official updates.
Digitisation of SIR enumeration forms nearing completion in Kozhikode
Jeddah-Kozhikode AI Express Flight Makes Precautionary Landing at Kochi
An Air India Express spokesperson said that the Jeddah-Kozhikode flight was diverted to Cochin International Airport and made a precautionary landing due to suspected damage to the aircraft's tyre
CAT final answer key 2025 released at iimcat.ac.in: Direct link to download here
The Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode has released the CAT 2025 final answer key on iimcat.ac.in, concluding the post-exam objection process. Conducted on November 30 across three shifts, the exam saw 187 objections reviewed by experts, with only one challenge accepted. The final key now clears the way for score normalisation and results.
Air India Express' Emergency Landing In Cochin Over Landing Gear Issues
An Air India Express flight from Jeddah to Kozhikode with 160 passengers carried out an emergency landing at the Cochin International Airport here on Thursday due to issues involving its landing gear and tyre failure, an official said.
Jeddah-Kozhikode AI Express Flight Makes Precautionary Landing
KOCHI, Dec 18: A Kozhikode-bound Air India Express flight with 160 passengers made a precautionary landing at the airport here on Thursday due to issues involving the aircrafts tyres, an airline official said. An Air India Express spokesperson said that the Jeddah-Kozhikode flight was diverted to the Cochin International Airport and made a precautionary landing due to suspected damage to the aircrafts tyre likely caused by a foreign object on the runway at Jeddah airport. The aircraft landed safely in [] The post Jeddah-Kozhikode AI Express Flight Makes Precautionary Landing appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Air India express jet makes safe landing in Kochi amidst gear trouble
Kochi: An Air India Express flight from Jeddah to Kozhikode with 160 passengers carried out an emergency landing at the Cochin International Airport here on Thursday due to issues involving its landing gear and tyre failure, an official said. The Cochin International Airport Limited (CIAL), in a statement, said that it successfully facilitated the safe 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 .
E-double-deckers soon for Thrissur and Kozhikode
Two youths killed in motorcycle accident near Kozhikode beach in Kerala
Two others who sustained grave injuries in the accident admitted to Kozhikode Medical College Hospital
IIM CAT final answer key 2025 expected to be released soon at iimcat.ac.in: Check details here
The Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode (IIM-K) is set to release the CAT 2025 final answer key soon, following the evaluation of objections raised against the provisional key. This definitive key will guide score calculation and percentile determination, marking the final step before results. Candidates can access it on iimcat.ac.in and should monitor the portal for updates.
HC dismisses PIL challenging Kozhikode- Wayanad tunnel project
Wayanad Prakrithi Samrakshana Samity had challenged the environmental clearance accorded by the Union Ministry of Environment and Forests and Climate Change (MoEFCC) to the Public Works department for the project that is expected to reduce travel time between the two districts
LDF, UDF begin post-poll deliberations in Kozhikode
While the LDF has much to ponder over the drubbing in some of its traditional strongholds, the UDF is elated about the more-than-anticipated victory of its candidates across the district
Beypore gears up for water fest
Contestants from five countries are expected to take part in the kite festival, one of the major attractions of water fest; cycle rally from Kozhikode to Beypore on December 25 to herald the start of the festival
Charging crisis sparks trouble for e-rickshaw drivers in Kozhikode city
They say the memorandums submitted to State ministers, seeking more charging points, have been ignored for more than six months
UDF comeback to reshape political balance in Malabar
Though LDFs core base remains unshaken in Kasaragod, Kannur, Kozhikode, and Palakkad, the Opposition front has drastically overturned the ruling fronts hegemony established in the previous local body polls in 2020
LDF, UDF on the hunt for mayoral candidates in Kozhikode Corporation
The LDF will not be able to rule the Corporation without the support of at least a few councillors from either the UDF or the NDA; DCC president says UDF will put up a strong fight for the post of Mayor
Police tighten vigil in Kozhikode after firecracker explosion kills youth
Violence reported in several parts of Kerala after civic poll results
Violence flared across Kerala after local body election results were announced. Clashes erupted in northern districts, including Kozhikode and Kannur. Political party offices were attacked, and vehicles were damaged. Several individuals sustained injuries in the incidents. Police intervened to control the volatile situations in various locations.
UDF breaches LDF citadels in Kozhikode, NDA makes gains in urban areas
Though theLDFjust managed to retain power in the 76-memberKozhikodeCorporation council and won eight of the 12 block panchayats, it narrowly lost the district panchayat and surrendered its supremacy ingramapanchayats to the UDF
LDF fails to get majority in Kozhikode Corporation, BJP makes big gains
Left Democratic Front managed to win only 35 of the 76 seats, while the United Democratic Front bagged 28 seats and the National Democratic Alliance 13 seats
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.
Police to maintain high vigil in politically sensitive areas of Kozhikode
