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Govt. confronts legal, political imbroglio in KSCDC cashew import corruption case

Case comes to the fore again after Industries Secretary A.P.M. MohammedHanish appears before High Court on Monday and submits an unconditional apology in a contempt petition moved by petitioner Kadakampally Manoj, who accused the government of refusing prosecution sanction in the case

22 Jun 2026 9:11 pm
Sudheeran writes to CM, asks him not to lower tax on low-spirit liquor

The former KPCC president also asks Satheesan to shelve the proposal to allow private investment in mineral mining

22 Jun 2026 9:05 pm
Govt plans constructing new spillway at Thottappally

As existing spillway at Thottappally in Ambalapuzha is not completely equipped for full water discharge owing to its age

22 Jun 2026 8:52 pm
10 more cases of shigellosis in State

During June alone, 150 shigellosis cases and six deaths have been reported in the State

22 Jun 2026 8:40 pm
Use of murky water to disperse AIYF, AISF protesters: Pinarayi brings sample to Assembly

Leader of the Opposition says water used in water cannon was extremely dangerous and can spread even amoebic encephalitis. Home Minister says steps will be taken to ensure that such an incident does not recur

22 Jun 2026 8:37 pm
Four years after fund allocation, a motorable road not yet a reality in Edamalakkudy

A 1.35-km section of the first phase (Pettimudy to Edaliparakkudy) is yet to be finished

22 Jun 2026 8:32 pm
State urged to improve revenue buoyancy and quality of expenditure

Colloquium on State of the Finances of Kerala and Waste Management in Urban Local Bodies organised by Comptroller and Auditor General of India and the Indian Council of Social Science Research

22 Jun 2026 8:15 pm
NEET question paper leak: Higher Education Minister Roji M. John criticises Union Minister

Says Dharmendra Pradhan ignored student distress caused by the paper leak

22 Jun 2026 8:06 pm
Congress workers protest outside Thrissur DCC office over Mathilakam block president appointment

Protest triggered by appointment of V.M. Hasan as mandalam president; DCC chief Joseph Tajet dismisses agitation as sponsored, warns of action against indiscipline

22 Jun 2026 8:04 pm
KEAM result announcement postponed

CBSE declares Class XII revaluation results on Sunday night. CEE issues notification to provide students with the facility of verifying and resubmitting marks obtained in the qualifying exam until 11.59 p.m. on June 23

22 Jun 2026 7:37 pm
Food safety officials warn public not to consume fish that are prone to accumulating toxins

The warning comes amid a five-member family in Charumoodu, Nedumangad taluk, experienced gastrointestinal discomfort, itching, weakness, and allergic reactions after consuming red snapper, locally known as Chemballi, last week.

22 Jun 2026 7:30 pm
Church bodies oppose move to reduce tax on low-alcohol beverages

State Committee of the Temperance Commission under the Kerala Catholic Bishops Council opposes the proposal and describes it as an anti-Gen Z move

22 Jun 2026 7:04 pm
Kerala government will involve farmers, local bodies in tackling human-wildlife conflict: Forest Minister

Shibu Baby John says government plans to strengthen Rapid Response Teams, procure modern equipment and improve operational capabilities of frontline forest personnel

22 Jun 2026 6:58 pm
One dead, four hospitalised after consuming food at toddy shop near Kottayam

The Kottayam West Police have registered a case and launched an investigation

22 Jun 2026 6:36 pm
Kerala to hold wider consultations before taking a call on implementing Labour Codes: Minister Bindhu Krishna

N.K. Akbar, MLA, raises concerns that the Labour Codes can adversely affect workers rights and urges the government to continue the policy adopted by the previous Left Democratic Front government

22 Jun 2026 6:23 pm
RBI Governor urges banks to treat MSMEs as long-term partners

At an awareness programme for MSME entrepreneurs in Kochi, Sanjay Malhotra highlights the upcoming Unified Lending Interface that aims to make frictionless credit available to every Indian

22 Jun 2026 4:59 pm
Tourist entry to Paithalmala suspended after womans death due to lightning

Her husband sustains serious injuries. A forest watcher was also injured

22 Jun 2026 4:47 pm
Elephant calf rescued from abandoned well in Pathanamthitta

Two-year-old calf had fallen into a nearly 20-foot-deep dry well on a private property at Mekkanam. Local people alerted forest officials who broke open a portion of the well and let out the animal, which was later guided towards the forest

22 Jun 2026 4:39 pm
Kerala govt. considers processing centres under Supplyco to end millers monopoly in paddy procurement: Food and Civil Supplies Minister

Anoop Jacob was responding to concerns raised during the Question Hour over private mills forcing unfair paddy weight deductions on farmers.

22 Jun 2026 4:26 pm
AMMA crisis: Actors Mallika Sukumaran, Lakshmipriya resign from primary membership

The 17-member executive committee decided to step down after a section of the association moved a no-confidence motion against the leadership at a general body meeting held in Kochi

22 Jun 2026 4:22 pm
Kerala HC admits States appeal seeking enhancement of punishment in actor assault case

The States plea was to increase the punishments imposed on the convicted persons, including Sunil N.S., a.k.a. Pulsar Suni and to challenge the acquittal of four of the accused, including actor Dileep

22 Jun 2026 3:54 pm
Opposition LDF walks out of Assembly alleging govt failure in controlling disease spread

Kerala Health Minister Muraleedharan accused the previous LDF Government of not taking sufficient steps for disease prevention, including in cleaning activities, during the earlier part of the year when it was in charge

22 Jun 2026 2:30 pm
Industries Secretary submits unconditional apology in Kerala High Court

The current Secretary in charge of the Cashew Development Department sought time to reconsider the denial of sanction for a CBI probe into the alleged misappropriation

22 Jun 2026 1:59 pm
Cochin Minerals and Rutile pay-off case: ED questions company CFO

The financial manager and a senior clerk of CMRL are also likely to appear before the ED on June 23, 2026

22 Jun 2026 12:05 pm
Kerala HC dismisses PIL challenging free travel for women, transgender persons in KSRTC ordinary buses

The Court observed that there was nothing in the plea to prove that a Government Order that had been issued with regard to the free travel scheme, was illegal

22 Jun 2026 11:58 am
Congress MP Dean Kuriakose flays removal of Kerala representative from Mullaperiyar panel

Congress MP Dean Kuriakose criticizes the NDSAs removal of Keralas representative from the Mullaperiyar Dam safety panel

22 Jun 2026 10:31 am
Kaffir screen shot controversy: DYFI national president Rahim moves police against smear campaign

Several leaders, including then CPI(M) legislator K.K. Lathika, had shared the controversial screenshot on social media during the peak of the high-octane election campaign in Vadakara

22 Jun 2026 10:14 am
Vessel docked at private yard catches fire in Kochi

The vessel had been undergoing maintenance and had reportedly carried out a trial run the previous day, heightening anxiety in the neighbourhood over the threat posed by the possible presence of fuel

22 Jun 2026 9:21 am
Keralas battle with water-borne diseases

The States under-investment in proper sewerage networks is costing it dearly

22 Jun 2026 12:39 am
21 Jun 2026 9:57 pm
NEET-UG re-test held smoothly in Kerala

The test was held in examination venues across 16 city centres in the State

21 Jun 2026 9:36 pm
Govt. to cover medical expenses of injured police officers

Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala has directed the Kerala Police Welfare Bureau to release an initial amount of 5 lakh each for their treatment

21 Jun 2026 9:22 pm
Applicants pick holes in interview for ART medical officers post at Kozhikode MCH

They claim that media advertisements for the purpose appeared on the same day as the interview, due to which many eligible people could not attend the interview process

21 Jun 2026 9:16 pm
Over 2.4 lakh students secure Plus One seats in second allotment

As many as 2,04,204 students await allotment even after the second round

21 Jun 2026 8:36 pm
Preparations in full swing for 12th edition of Malabar River Festival

With 10 international kayakers already having accepted invitations, organisers expect strong global participation at this years festival

21 Jun 2026 8:30 pm
Operation Toofan: DANSAF, police intensify surveillance on inter-State trucks

Special squads, including plainclothesmen and shadow patrol squads, have been deployed at strategic locations along national and State highways and at border transit points to conduct inspections

21 Jun 2026 8:16 pm
Sunny Joseph says ready to step down as KPCC chief upon AICC demand

Electricity Minister says he is finding it difficult to handle both the responsibilities

21 Jun 2026 8:14 pm
New Union government scheme pushes local bodies to move towards market-based financing of urban development

Under the scheme, Union government will provide25% of the project cost as grant with a stipulation that at least 50% of the cost is funded from bonds, bank loans and public private partnerships

21 Jun 2026 8:12 pm
Keralas first woman deep-sea fisher fights rising seas and shrinking returns

Rekha Karthikeyans battle is now for survival, dignity, and a home beyond the tide

21 Jun 2026 8:10 pm