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Kerala's electoral rolls reveal over 25 lakh voters untraced by Booth Level Officers. This includes deceased, relocated, and duplicate entries. Chief Election Officer Rathan U Kelkar stated details will be published online and shared with parties. Political representatives, however, voiced concerns about the figures. The Special Intensive Revision is nearing completion across districts.
A court has acquitted actor Dileep in the sensational 2017 actress sexual assault case. The judge stated the prosecution failed to prove conspiracy charges. Key evidence regarding a gold ring was found inconsistent. Approvers' statements also changed during the trial. The court found no reliable evidence for the alleged motive or planning.
Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala demands a probe into international smuggling links in the Sabarimala gold loss case. He alleges a global racket is involved, with stolen gold potentially worth Rs 500 crore. Chennithala criticizes the state government and CPI(M) for protecting accused leaders.