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Those opposing third term for Left trying to weaken the front, alleges P. Rajeeve

He alleged that this narrative was created by the Opposition to propagate an impression among the public that the Left should not be allowed to come back to power for the third consecutive time

14 Feb 2026 4:51 pm
Kerala writes to Centre to undertake feasibility study for RRTS

The State government has requested the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs to facilitate discussions with NCRTC, which implemented the Delhi-Meerut Regional Rapid Transit System, for developing a comprehensive RRTS framework

14 Feb 2026 4:41 pm
Patient escapes from mental health centre in Thrissur, attacks three before recaptured

The accused, identified as Suraj, 31, a Nepal native, had been brought to the Thrissur Mental Health Centre from Aluva

14 Feb 2026 3:46 pm
Significant rise in fire accidents in Kozhikode put rescue squads on toes

Latest data compiled by the rescue squads point out that around 160 fire outbreaks, including major and minor ones, were reported within the last 30 days in Kozhikode district.

14 Feb 2026 3:10 pm
Idathavalam for pilgrims inaugurated in Thiruvananthapuram

Currently, work of six such facilities is progressing in the State

13 Feb 2026 11:45 pm
Chennithala serves privilege notice against Vasavan

The notice was served over contradictory and unrealistic replies in the Assembly regarding the amount spent by the Travancore Devaswom Board for the Global Ayyappa Sangam

13 Feb 2026 10:18 pm
13 Feb 2026 9:49 pm
Sewage pollution: PCB awaits court directive before initiating further steps

The Kerala State Pollution Control Board had earlier sent notices to 71 apartment complexes and commercial units located close to the Thevara-Perandoor and Edappally canals for not having STPs

13 Feb 2026 9:40 pm
One more e-waste facility in Kerala

The latest facility at Anakkara in Palakkad takes the number of such plants in the State to three

13 Feb 2026 9:22 pm
KIIFB in-principle nod for MC Road and Sabari Rail projects

A board meeting gives approval for providing funding to the tune of 5,217 crore for the four-laning of the Kesavadasapuram-Angamaly MC Road, 1,900 crore for the Angamaly-Erumely Sabari Rail project and 600 crore for the Aerospace Control Systems Complex proposed under KSpace among other key infra projects

13 Feb 2026 9:14 pm
Sabarimala gold theft case: Kerala HC dismisses bail plea of Pankaj Bhandari, CEO of Smart Creations

The Dwarapalaka idols and the door frames of the temple were taken to the firm for gold plating

13 Feb 2026 9:04 pm
Ivory theft from Pangode military establishment catches Forest department off guard

Forest department unaware of possession of ivory at military establishment. An investigation will be launched after receiving formal communication from authorities concerned, say officials

13 Feb 2026 8:53 pm
Make maximum use of new textbooks, CM tells students

Pinarayi inaugurates State-level distribution of textbooks and uniforms for next academic year

13 Feb 2026 8:29 pm
Kerala govt. insisting on SilverLine as standalone project, says railway ministry

Ministry says its advice to the KRDCL to revise the DPR in line with the latest technical standards to integrate it with the existing network, but the suggestion has not been heeded

13 Feb 2026 8:26 pm
State committed to special policy for children with disabilities: Minister K. Rajan

The Minister was speaking at the inauguration ceremony of Thillana-2026 the Kudumbashree Buds State Arts Festival at Vellanikkara in Thrissur

13 Feb 2026 8:11 pm
IMA observes Public Health Protection Day

IMA demands that small and medium hospitals in Kerala be exempted from within the purview of the Kerala Clinical Establishments (KCE) Act so that the common public can continue to access affordable and quality health care.

13 Feb 2026 8:09 pm
SIR hearing over in Thrissur

Final voters list to be published on February 21. To ensure voter convenience, Assistant Electoral Registration Officers held hearings at 535 centres across the district

13 Feb 2026 7:52 pm
Special Intensive Revision drawing to a close in Kerala, hearings over in 122 Assembly constituencies

So far, 39,297 individuals have been excluded from the voter roll after hearings, says Chief Electoral Officer (Kerala) Rathan U. Kelkar. The hearings in the remaining constituencies are expected to be completed by Saturday

13 Feb 2026 7:48 pm
Suresh Gopi to inaugurate new multi-level car parking at Kollam railway station

The facilitys strategic location near the Puthiyakavu temple provides quick access to the highway, and its position adjacent to the railway station ensures seamless and convenient access to all users

13 Feb 2026 7:46 pm
Various hydel tourism projects launched in Idukki

Electricity Minister inaugurates Vadakkepuzha tourism project, Kulamavu dam mini-park, formal handover of land for a miniature model of the Moolamattom powerhouse, and virtually lays foundation stone for a laser show project at the Idukki arch dam

13 Feb 2026 7:39 pm
No decision yet on SSUS-KCA cricket stadium project, say varsity authorities

A Syndicate meeting held on December 19, 2025, had discussed the revised master plan for the project that envisaged setting up the cricket stadium and allied infrastructure on six acres on the main campus of the Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit at Kalady

13 Feb 2026 7:34 pm
Yuva Morch stages protest march to GCDA office against alleged backdoor recruitment

Thousands of candidates in PSC rank lists are being betrayed by the government, says Yuva Morcha State president

13 Feb 2026 7:26 pm
As Keralas youngest organ donor, 10-month-old baby Aalin Sherin Abraham to save four lives

The infant was declared declared brain-dead on February 13 after being admitted in a critical condition at a private hospital in Kochi following a road accident

13 Feb 2026 7:20 pm
Kerala Cabinet approves graphene policy

Graphene and its derivatives have a wide range of applications spanning electronics, composites, energy storage, water filtering, sensors, and packaging

13 Feb 2026 7:17 pm
Kerala Gen Z redefining Valentines Day as trululu

Many young adults are redefining what Valentines Day means, often re-branding it as an inclusive celebration of all kinds of love that prioritises platonic friendships over traditional dating

13 Feb 2026 7:12 pm
Jose K. Mani will contest the election from Pala, says Roshy Augustine

Water Resources Minister dismisses rumours of instability in KC(M), says he will contest the Assembly election from Idukki

13 Feb 2026 6:58 pm
Higher education has no limits, says Kerala Governor

Delivering the inaugural address at the Sreenarayana Guru Open Universitys first ever convocation ceremony, Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar said the higher education sector must serve as a pillar for nation-building

13 Feb 2026 6:53 pm
Kerala becomes first State to have an urban policy

State Cabinet approves the draft policy prepared by the Local Self-Government department. The government had announced the policy in the State Budget for 2023-24

13 Feb 2026 6:39 pm
Pennum Porattum movie review: An absurdist satire that just escapes getting lost in its chaos

In Pennum Porattum, Rajesh Madhavan makes his bold directorial debut, capturing the rollercoaster human behaviour with a blend of quirky humor and absurd situations

13 Feb 2026 6:26 pm
Kerala Leader of the Opposition slams FIR delay in sexual assault plaint against former MLA and filmmaker P.T. Kunhi Mohammed

Describing the delay in registering FIR against the filmmaker as a serious lapse on the part of the Chief Minister, who also holds the Home portfolio, Satheesan demands an explanation for the inaction. He flags financial irregularities at Global Ayyappa Meet

13 Feb 2026 5:23 pm
Three-day international conference on development and democracy to open in Thiruvananthapuram on February 15

Event aims to evolve a development perspective for Kerala for the period up to 2031

13 Feb 2026 4:59 pm
Nilambur teak auction: Palakkad division to recognise top bidders

Palakkad Timber Sales Division to introduce Letters of Appreciation for highest bidder of the month and highest bidder of the year, a move aimed at encouraging healthy competition and widening participation in timber auctions

13 Feb 2026 4:40 pm
Kochi Brahmapurams biogas plant estimated to generate 6 metric tones of CBG, 128 tonnes of organic manure

Kochi Corporations compressed biogas plant at Brahmapuram is set to be inaugurated by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on February 27

13 Feb 2026 3:33 pm
Residents relieved as camera footage confirms dog, not leopard, killed farmers lamb at village in Keralas Kannur

Lamb was killed by a domestic or feral dog, according to visuals captured by camera traps. The incident had triggered panic in Poyyamala after it was initially assumed that a leopard was behind the attack

13 Feb 2026 2:23 pm
Kerala motivational speaker and former police officer Philip Mampad detained in POCSO case

Philip Mampad, known for conducting motivational classes for youngsters through offline and online platforms, was taken into custody following a complaint filed by a minor, say police

13 Feb 2026 12:07 pm