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Keralam Motor Vehicle dept. to hire private facilities to clear backlog of learners licence tests, driving tests

The department will hire halls in nearby colleges, schools or other educational institutions having adequate computer systems, internet connectivity and other facilities to clear the backlog of applications

27 Aug 2026 9:09 pm
Man held for wifes death in Keralams Malappuram

The body of the 37-year-old woman was found near a stream at Ettappara near Nilambur on Wednesday night

27 Aug 2026 9:01 pm
Onam: The many ways Keralam celebrates

Beyond the popular Onam narrative, featuring the Mahabali, pookkalam and sadya, the festival is celebrated in uniquely diverse ways across Keralam

27 Aug 2026 8:55 pm
Kochi Corporation commissions digital streetlight survey to plug asset register gaps

The agency, which manages streetlights for the Thiruvananthapuram and Kozhikode Corporations, is expected to launch the survey by the first week of September after consultations with the KSEB

27 Aug 2026 8:44 pm
Key operator of MDMA trafficking network arrested in U.P.

Alleged interstate drug kingpin was traced to a high-security Greater Noida apartment complex after months on the run. He was wanted in connection with the seizure of nearly 500 g of the synthetic drug from an ambulance at Vaniyambpara on May 26

27 Aug 2026 8:43 pm
Keralam govt. frames policy for safe reuse of treated wastewater

It aims to actively reduce the States dependence on freshwater for construction and cleaning activities by promoting the use of treated wastewater as a sustainable alternative

27 Aug 2026 8:04 pm
Keralam MPs mark Thiruvonam with satyagraha against Palakkad railway division split

Protest held in front of the Palakkad Divisional Railway Managers office at Olavakode; MPs urge Centre to withdraw the proposal

27 Aug 2026 7:39 pm
Masks, music and myth: Kummattis return for Onam

From Uthradam to Chathayam, colourful Kummattis transform the Thrissur citys streets into a living celebration of folklore, faith and festive tradition

27 Aug 2026 7:23 pm
Row over 24x7 specialty service: govt. hits back with its own figures

Government says proper redeployment of those in service is enough for the time being to provide round-the-clock specialty services in many districts and filling of vacancies can be taken up in due course

27 Aug 2026 7:19 pm
Kunnamkulams Onathallu: where festivities pack a punch

From young challengers to veteran masters, Kunnamkulams Onathallu brings an age-old martial tradition alive with grit, camaraderie and the spirit of Onam

27 Aug 2026 7:18 pm
One killed, nine injured as car knocks down pedestrians in Keralams Pathanamthitta

The driver, allegedly in an inebriated condition, losts control of the vehicle and knocks down 10 pedestrians; the car also rams two other cars

27 Aug 2026 7:02 pm
Traffic regulations for NEET students in Kottayam

Traffic guidelines are issued in the wake of Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnans visit to Aranmula.

27 Aug 2026 6:50 pm
Ouster of co-op bank board sparks political row in Pathanamthitta

On August 24, the board was dismissed amid allegations of obstructing an inquiry, prompting its members to threaten legal action and claim bias.

27 Aug 2026 5:40 pm
Plunging catches and policy delays hit fisheries sector

Fishermen forums are calling for urgent government intervention and a concrete financial relief package, warning that without immediate action, the coastal economy could face a complete collapse.

27 Aug 2026 4:16 pm
Why a railway transfer is triggering a Karnataka vs Kerala battle | Talking Politics

The transfer of the Mangaluru railway region from Palakkad Division to Mysuru Division has triggered a political debate between Karnataka and Kerala. Heres a breakdown of the decision, the objections raised, and what Indian Railways says about the move.

27 Aug 2026 4:05 pm
At least 20 injured as bus carrying wedding party crashes into fuel station in Keralam's Koothattukulam

A major disaster was narrowly averted as the bus rammed into the concrete barrier of the fuel pump, sparing the dispensers and a car refuelling nearby

27 Aug 2026 3:34 pm
Kerala State Electricity Board seeks nod for more power procurement

The rates proposed by the supplying firms are in the range of 9 per unit or higher

27 Aug 2026 3:22 pm
Wild elephant attack in Idukki kills cardamom plantation worker

In a separate incident on August 26 evening, a man narrowly escaped a wild elephant attack in Munnar town

27 Aug 2026 1:41 pm
Satheesans claim on Munambam Waqf is pipe dream: Indian National League

INL State general secretary Kasim Irikkur says the Chief Ministers long-term plan to seize Munambam by restructuring the Waqf Board is merely the cheap babble of an unrealistic political leader.

27 Aug 2026 1:35 pm
Two brothers electrocuted at poultry farm near Perinthalmanna in Keralam

The police suspect that the power lines had been erected without authorisation to keep wild boars away. An investigation is under way

27 Aug 2026 12:09 pm
Nepal flash floods: 30 tourists from Keralam stranded; State govt. coordinating rescue efforts

The number of stranded tourists expected to rise given the tourist flow during vacation season; those seeking assistance can contact the NoRKA Global Contact Centre at 1800 425 3939 (toll-free) or +91 88020 12345 (missed call from abroad)

27 Aug 2026 11:56 am
Nepal flood: Keralam starts help desk to provide emergency assisstance to stranded people

People seeking assistance can contact the NoRKA Global Contact Centre at 1800 425 3939 (toll-free) or +91 88020 12345 (missed call from abroad)

26 Aug 2026 10:13 pm
From vibrant pookkalams to traditional feasts, Keralites around the globe celebrate Thiruvonam

President Droupadi Murmu, Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and Keralam Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan have all extended Onam greetings to all citizens

26 Aug 2026 1:32 pm
Kochi wakes to Thiruvonam festivities

Kochi embraces the festive spirit as Onam celebrations gather pace; Thrikkakara temple draws visitors as Onam rituals continue; traffic police deploy additional personnel as festive crowds take to roads

26 Aug 2026 1:34 am
Onam turnover of 422.17 crore highest in recent times: Supplyco Keralam

Subsidised items accounted for 153.49 crore and non-subsidised items 268.89 crore

25 Aug 2026 8:41 pm
Safe Onam on the menu: Food Safety wing steps up vigilance on mass-catered sadyas

Food Safety wing began its Safe Onam initiative weeks ago, keeping an eye on vehicles carrying fruits, vegetables, milk and dairy products, edible oils, jaggery and other food items

25 Aug 2026 8:18 pm
Keralam govt. rolls back controversial decision to restore Punyam Poonkavanam project in Sabarimala

The government order apparently overlooked a court directive asking the Travancore Devaswom Board and the police to issue an advisory to Sabarimala pilgrims that the project was not part of the Police Bandobast Scheme from the Mandalam-Makaravilakku festival season of 2023-24

25 Aug 2026 7:36 pm
Member of erstwhile Cochin royal family presented with Uthrada Kizhi

Assembly Speaker Thiruvanchoor Radhakrishnan presented the Kizhi, containing 1,001, to Thampuratti at a ceremony held at Vayaskara Kovilakam

25 Aug 2026 7:24 pm
Unclaimed bodies push Keralas Thrissur MCH mortuary to the brink

Unclaimed bodies occupy almost all storage chambers; officials fear post-mortem services could be hit if the backlog continues

25 Aug 2026 7:18 pm
Thampu launches tribal rights campaign in Attappady

The campaign began on August 9 marking the International Day of the Worlds Indigenous Peoples. It will conclude on September 13.

25 Aug 2026 7:05 pm
Controversy over not inviting local representatives on opening day of Neelakurinji blooming season in Keralam

Residents, local body representatives allege that the Forest department failed to invite or even inform them about the opening of the season; Chief Conservator of Forests clarifies that the event was merely an informal opening

25 Aug 2026 7:00 pm
KGMOA decides not to cooperate with the working arrangement proposed in Kollam district

The association is demanding that the government establish clear guidelines and adequately staff hospitals before implementing round-the-clock services, underlining the urgent need for a more robust healthcare infrastructure.

25 Aug 2026 6:54 pm