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Petroleum contamination makes wells unusable at Palloor in Mahe

Residents demand closure of fuel pumps along Thalassery-Mahe bypass

11 Nov 2026 1:57 am
Vlog portraying heartbreaking condition of Kochi International Marina draws swift response from Keralam CM

The patronage for the Kochi International Marina plummeted over the years due to piracy off the Somalia coast deterring seafarers and the inadequate depth at the facility due to dredging not being done at frequent intervals. Chief Minister says steps will be taken to address issues at the facility

11 Nov 2026 1:20 am
Keralam at 70: holding a mirror to India

At a time when majoritarian nationalism encompasses large parts of India, Keralam at 70 is still offering a vision of secularism and pluralism

11 Nov 2026 12:26 am
Three persons convicted in 26.58-lakh commercial tax fraud case in Keralam

The case relates to irregularities in the payment of advance tax by traders engaged in interstate commerce during 2007-08

10 Nov 2026 10:24 pm
Abhiram murder: personal enmity behind the crime, says prime accused

The accused allegedly intended to kill both Abhiram and his friend. For this, he allegedly planned to use Abhiram to bring the latter to the isolated location where the crime had taken place

10 Nov 2026 10:23 pm
Housing assistance instalments for 32,000 families this fiscal: Minister

Life Mission assistance raised to 6 lakh; Minister inaugurates welfare initiatives for dialysis patients in Kattakambal

10 Nov 2026 9:14 pm
CPI(M) accuses Satheesan of concentrating authority in a shadowy power group centred around the CMO

Govindan alleges that Satheesans autocratic style of functioning had whittled down the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) governments accountability to the legislature on policy and key decisions, including power purchase agreements with profit-motivated and predatory private sector entities.

10 Nov 2026 8:54 pm
UDF convener Adoor Prakash echoes CPI(M) charge that Satheesans style of functioning jeopardises Cabinets collective responsibility

His statement comes hours before CPI(M) State secretary M.V. Govindan tells press conference that Chief Minister had significantly undermined the constitutional principle of the Council of Ministers collective responsibility by concentrating power in a shadowy coterie representing questionable private interests centred on CMO

10 Nov 2026 8:54 pm
Traffic police to prepare centralised online registry of vehicles

The initiative will help police establish direct communication with vehicle owners and crew members during emergencies, disseminate traffic safety awareness and alerts, and curb traffic violations effectively, according to senior traffic police officials

10 Nov 2026 8:51 pm
VIROCON 2026 national conference in Thiruvananthapuram from November 11

Discussions will focus on emerging viral threats and the need for an integratedOne Health approachto protect human and animal health, safeguard agriculture and fisheries, and strengthen national preparedness

10 Nov 2026 8:41 pm
Vigilance commences probe into KIIFB land acquisitions

As part of the preliminary investigation, the Vigilance team has collected documents from KIIFB relating to fund allocation and land acquisition

10 Nov 2026 8:32 pm
Brainstorming session to discuss development plans for Keralam

Organised by the Kerala State Planning Board, the event aims to lay the groundwork for the Puthuyuga Keralam development model

10 Nov 2026 8:32 pm
Beemapally Uroos, Vettucaud church feast: KSRTC launches special services

Considering the rush of passengers during the festival, a total of 45 buses are being operated to these two pilgrimage sites

10 Nov 2026 8:22 pm
CPI(M) accuses UDF of making higher education sole privilege of students from entitled families and undermining reservation criteria

He says UDF has undermined the constitutionally guaranteed reservation criteria for students from historically backward sections of society by allowing private colleges free rein to start new courses, charge capitation fees, and appoint faculty by passing PSC

10 Nov 2026 8:18 pm
Regulatory Commission extends power purchase agreement with NTPC Kayamkulam for three years

The commissions November 9 order came on a petition filed by the KSEB seeking the three-year extension at an annual fixed charge of 100 crore payable to NTPC Ltd.

10 Nov 2026 8:07 pm
Protest march held to Suresh Gopis office over toll collection in Keralams Nattika

Agitators demand suspension of toll until NH 66 works are completed; seek exemption for local vehicles and speedy completion of bridges and service roads

10 Nov 2026 8:05 pm
Kerala School Science Drama competition to be held in Thrissur

Event blends theatre and science to nurture scientific temper among students

10 Nov 2026 7:54 pm
Pinarayi alleges graft, demands judicial probe into Keralam govt.s GNA power purchase deal

He claims cancellation of the power purchase agreement is a vindication of the Oppositions stance that there is no power crisis in Keralam. The government was forced to withdraw from the agreement only because the Opposition and the media exposed alleged irregularities with supporting evidence

10 Nov 2026 7:53 pm
New platform to be set up to discuss tourism development plan for Keralams Kasaragod

Tourism Minister P.C. Vishnunadh says steps will be taken to include tourist destinations in Kasaragod in Kerala Tourisms marketing network

10 Nov 2026 7:51 pm
Din in Thrissur Corporation council as LDF alleges ruling UDF of withholding order on property tax revision

Opposition demands implementation of Supreme Court ruling scrapping revised tax rates for 2016-22; councillors removed by police after protest

10 Nov 2026 7:49 pm
Parents unable to restrain children from driving should sell their vehicles, says Keralam Transport Minister

C.P. John says that children alone cannot be held entirely responsible in this matter as it is the parents duty to exercise control over them; he says State government is considering introduction ofa flexible timing system for private buses amid rise in incidents of overspeeding

10 Nov 2026 7:29 pm
Health department to probe allegations of medical negligence at North Paravur Government Taluk Hospital

Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan had directed the authorities to conduct an inquiry into the charge that the right leg of the patient, Abdul Jabbar, had to be amputated below the knee following delayed diagnosis and treatment.

10 Nov 2026 7:26 pm
Home Minister launches Startup E Plus initiative in Keralams Vadakara Lok Sabha constituency

The specially designed start-up vehicle will visit educational institutions to identify and collect innovative ideas from students. It will also organise motivational sessions and career guidance programmes to encourage entrepreneurial thinking

10 Nov 2026 7:24 pm
Missing POCSO survivor traced, say Kerala Police

She went missing from a hospital in Thiruvananthapuram a couple of days ago

10 Nov 2026 7:23 pm
Man arrested for allegedly assaulting woman on train in Keralams Thiruvananthapuram

The accused, identified as Vijesh of Attingal, was arrested on the basis of a complaint by a woman who travelled on the Malabar Express

10 Nov 2026 7:22 pm
Moving car gutted in fire in Malappuram

A short circuit in the cars air-conditioning system is suspected to have caused the fire.

10 Nov 2026 6:58 pm
Kerala PSC chairperson M.R. Baiju refuses to appear before Crime Branch again

He reiterates his stance that he will appear for questioning only after the Kerala High Court delivers its order on the petition challenging the Crime Branch investigation.

10 Nov 2026 6:39 pm
Keralam CPI(M) awaits ICC report on complaint against former Palakkad secretary

Complainant had made allegations of sexual misconduct against Babu; party State leadership to decide on further action based on findings in report

10 Nov 2026 5:28 pm
Woman, son found hacked at home in Keralams Mattannur; both seriously injured

They were found lying in a pool of blood when the womans husband returned home in the morning

10 Nov 2026 5:01 pm
In veiled dig at Satheesan, UDF convener Adoor Prakash questions delay in convening meeting of ruling front

Asked why UDF has not met recently, Adoor Prakash says the question should be directed to its chairman, a post held by Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan

10 Nov 2026 4:28 pm
Kozhikodes traffic master plan remains on paper a year after proposal

The ambitious plan, envisaging intelligent traffic control systems, modern parking solutions and scientific traffic management practices, was expected to bring a major transformation to the citys increasingly strained road network

10 Nov 2026 3:52 pm
Fresh Vande Mataram row in Keralam as Health Minister returns to seat before full rendition ends at State govt event; BJP seeks apology

K. Muraleedharan defends his action, saying he will not allow anyone to hijack a State government event

10 Nov 2026 2:42 pm
What is the bar licence controversy in Keralam | Explained

Congress-led UDF govt in Keralam has barred the issuance of new liquor licences, including bars and wine and beer parlours, until a formal alcohol policy is unveiled, a move that follows the removal of Excise Commissioner Seeram Sambasiva Rao. Excise Minister M. Liju has signaled a review of licence-granting procedures

10 Nov 2026 10:23 am
Popular cinematographer Shaji Kumar passes away

The death occurred at around 12.36 a.m. following cardiac failure, according to private hospital authorities in Kochi

10 Nov 2026 8:45 am
Rights panel seeks report from LSGD on linking Chilavannur Bund Road with Vyttila-Aroor bypass

Panel directs the Local Self Government department to convene a meeting of the District Collector, GCDA secretary, and Corporation secretary within a week to decide on funding for the project

10 Nov 2026 1:09 am
SDPI takes lead in campaign for Tirur district through Malappuram bifurcation

The party will form a human chain from the Malappuram Collectorate to Tirur on January 26, 2027, Republic Day.

9 Nov 2026 11:57 pm
Disha higher education exhibition draws large crowds in Malappuram

Disha, organised by the Career Guidance and Adolescent Counselling Cell (CG&AC) under the General Education department, aims to guide students on higher education options after Plus Two, career-oriented courses and scholarships.

9 Nov 2026 11:30 pm