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Kerala-based group to launch Community Marine Biodiversity Online Register on World Oceans Day

Created by Friends of Marine Life, the online register documents marine ecosystems and coastal biodiversity off the coast of Thiruvananthapuram district in Kerala

31 May 2026 4:27 pm
Kochi sailor who endured Equatorial Guineas detention feels relieved with international tribunals verdict

Kochi-based sailor Sanu Jose was the chief officer of Heroic Idun when the vessel was detained by Equatorial Guinea on charge of violating their territorial waters and attempt to steal crude oil

31 May 2026 1:43 am
Oppn. accuses Kochi Mayor of abuse of power over extension of biomining agreement

LDF alleges that the contract with the company engaged in biomining legacy waste was renewed after its expiry without the councils approval

31 May 2026 1:41 am
Kochi metro worksite accident: SHRC registers suo motu case

A woman was injured after an iron piece fell on her car at the worksite near Padivattom

31 May 2026 1:39 am
Kochi Corpn. to seek explanation from LEDstreetlightcontractor

The Mayor announces the decision at the council meeting after councillors level severe criticism against the contractor and accuse him of indifference that exposes them to public ire

31 May 2026 1:36 am
Malls, e-commerce hit school accessories market hard

Retailers say prices have risen only marginally this year, blaming weak sales on cautious consumer spending and a shift towards e-commerce

31 May 2026 1:34 am
Sree Padmanabha Swamy Temple panel demands action against cops for submitting false report

Refutes allegations of valuables going missing from the temple

30 May 2026 11:52 pm
Kerala CM directs withdrawal of suspension order of school Principal

Principal was suspended just two days before his retirement for allegedly sharing through his Facebook account content insulting the Chief Minister

30 May 2026 11:33 pm
Investors alleged self-immolation sparks off political row in Kozhikode

Ibrahim Haji, a resident of Thiruvallur, allegedly set himself on fire on Friday morning after pouring petrol over his body outside the house of T.V. Sudheer Kumar, a former Congress district general secretary and former president of Vadakara-based Kadathanad Labour Contract Cooperative Society

30 May 2026 9:22 pm
Government prioritises human life and property: Forest Minister Shibu Baby John

Minister says a 100-day programme will be announced on June 5 to address multiple issues including human-wildlife conflict

30 May 2026 9:03 pm
Virtual queue system for Guruvayur temple darshan soon

Devaswom plans online booking as precursor to face recognition system; move follows High Court directive

30 May 2026 8:52 pm
Protest at Athirappilly in Kerala after fatal wild elephant attack

Residents block ChalakudyAnamalai road, demand urgent safety measures

30 May 2026 8:37 pm
Kerala SHRC directs RDO probe into ride collapse at amusement park

It seeks investigation into the reasons for the accident, whether the park received panchayats licence, details of those injured, and steps to prevent repeat of such accidents

30 May 2026 8:24 pm
New high-altitude plant species discovered in Western Ghats

The plant was found in high-altitude montane grasslands and shola forest margins of the Western Ghats, including regions such as Anamudi and Meesapulimala

30 May 2026 8:15 pm
CPI(M) suspends Sreekrishnapuram councillor

Following allegations that he sexually exploited a young woman by promising her a job

30 May 2026 8:00 pm
Public health alert as influenza cases surge in Kerala

Viruses, such as Influenza B and A(H3N2 and H1N1), respiratory synctical virus (RSV) and COVID-19, are co-circulating in the community. Health department has advised people to maintain respiratory hygiene and etiquette and to use masks in public places as these viruses are highly transmissible.

30 May 2026 7:56 pm
Attappady meet draws up tribal development charter

The meeting resulted in the preparation of a policy charter on land rights and tribal development, which will be submitted to the newly elected UDF government

30 May 2026 7:51 pm
Kerala govt. to mandate creches in firms with over 50 employees: Minister Bindhu Krishna

Minister says steps will be taken to upgrade basic infrastructure at anganwadis and resolve concerns regarding food menu

30 May 2026 7:45 pm
Collector orders removal of debris from national highway worksites in Paravur

The directive was issued at a meeting of the District Development Committee after Chief Minister V.D. Satheesans representative raised the matter

30 May 2026 7:45 pm
Revival of Sabari rail project raises hopes in Central Travancore

The detailed field survey and preparation of drawings and related documents are set to resume along the 70-km stretch of the proposed alignment

30 May 2026 7:39 pm
Arrangements in place ahead of Vice-Presidents visit to Kottayam on May 31

He will inaugurate the 140th anniversary celebrations of Deepika, a vernacular daily and mouthpiece of the Catholic Church

30 May 2026 7:33 pm
Attack on ED officials in Kerala: bail plea of five accused rejected

The prosecution had contended that the charge of obstructing public servants in the discharge of their duties was applicable in the case; police have registered case against around 300 people suspected to have been involved in the attack

30 May 2026 7:14 pm
Proposed Kerala high-speed rail to connect Thiruvananthapuram with Kannur in 3.5 hours

The new interim report on the high-speed rail project, submitted by technocrat E. Sreedharan to the State government, envisages it as the worlds first green rail corridor

30 May 2026 4:46 pm
Operation Chakravyuh: DRI seizes 24 kg of narcotics in Kerala

Five arrested as part of intensified anti-narcotics drive in Kerala under Operation Chakravyuh

30 May 2026 3:41 pm
K. Madhu quits as Kerala State Film Development Corporation chairperson

He had been continuing in the position for some time even after the previous LDF government directed all political appointees to vacate their posts following the change of guard in the State administration.

30 May 2026 3:29 pm
Kerala CM to open second edition of Global Travel Market on June 3

Event to bring together more than 1,000 tour operators from the country and abroad

30 May 2026 2:07 pm
Man's body bearing multiple stab injuries found in vegetable stall in Kerala

The police have taken a suspect into custody and launched a murder investigation

30 May 2026 1:15 pm
Vizhinjam seaport in Kerala becomes fastest Indian port to handle 2 million TEUs cargo in 18 months

Port is expected to commission its first 400-metre berth of total 1.2 km berth expansion conceived as part of second phase expansion in 2027, which will enable it to accommodate more ship calls and handle higher cargo volumes

30 May 2026 12:13 pm
Kerala Lok Ayukatha seeks powers to initiate Contempt of Court proceedings, draft rules pending for over one year

The draft of the Kerala Lok Ayuktha Contempt of Courts Rules 2025 were submitted to the previous LDF government

30 May 2026 11:21 am
Monalisa Bhosle case: Kerala HC extends stay on arrest of husband Farmaan Khan

An FIR was registered against Farmaan Khan, and a probe was launched by the National Commission for Scheduled Tribe after the womans father claimed that she was minor

30 May 2026 11:13 am
Kochi Corporation submits nine priority projects to Kerala CM for State support

Projects to address traffic congestion, drinking water shortage, and waste management are among those included in the list

30 May 2026 11:13 am
30 May 2026 10:39 am
Kochi faces waterlogging in many areas in heavy overnight showers

Ernakulam South railway station, Kalathiparambil Road, Karikkamuri, KSRTC stand, Ernakulam North, Edakochi, Palluruthy, Panayappilly, and Edappally were among the areas affected

30 May 2026 10:27 am
K.P. Dhanapalan, senior Congress leader and former Kerala MP, passes away

A prominent face of the Congress in Ernakulam, Mr. Dhanapalan was elected to the Lok Sabha from Chalakudy constituency in 2009

30 May 2026 9:48 am
Man killed in wild elephant attack in Keralas Athirappilly; protest hartal called

65-year-old attacked near his home in Vaisyeri; locals demand urgent action as human-wildlife conflict intensifies

30 May 2026 9:40 am
T.U. Kuruvilla, former Kerala PWD Minister, dies

An active member of the Kerala Congress since its formative years, he was part for the V.S. Achuthanandan Cabinet in 2006

30 May 2026 9:37 am