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Dont fully scrap tax officers arrest powers, Keralam tells 57th GST council meet

Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan, who attended the 57th council meet, had argued that strong deterrence measures were required for tackling large-scale and organised tax evasion

13 Oct 2026 12:06 am
One website for one local body implemented, says Keralam Minister K.M. Shaji

Dedicated official websites have been readied for 941 grama panchayats, 152 block panchayats, 14 district panchayats, 87 municipalities, and six Municipal Corporations, which will publish local body profile, details of peoples representatives and officials, Budget, development schemes, information, decisions, reports, tenders, citizen services

12 Oct 2026 11:57 pm
Kannur Corporation introduces double-decker bus for sightseeing during Dasara

Organised through the Kannur Corporation and KSRTCs Budget Tourism Cell, the service will operate for 10 days, allowing residents and tourists to enjoy colourful illuminations and festival decorations in the city. Its continuation will depend on public response.

12 Oct 2026 9:40 pm
Keralam, Odisha, Karnataka, Uttarakhand, Sikkim get new Governors

Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, who had been serving as Governor of Keralam, and had been given additional charge of Tamil Nadu in March this year, was appointed as Governor of Tamil Nadu

12 Oct 2026 9:36 pm
Three PWD engineers suspended

Engineers suspended for failing to complete the construction of the Kunnathur Mini Civil Station in Thiruvananthapuram within the stipulated time frame

12 Oct 2026 8:56 pm
Rajesh alleges ED-VD match-fixing

Alleges that the first information report (FIR) against Leader of the Opposition Pinarayi Vijayan is part of a match-fixing arrangement between the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan

12 Oct 2026 8:35 pm
Keralam Senior Citizens (Care and Protection) Bill to focus on protection of rights, dignity of elderly

The Bill that will be tabled in the Assembly on October 13 also aims at promoting active ageing, regulation of senior citizen care centres, and capacity-building for family and caregivers

12 Oct 2026 8:26 pm
Isolation wards project to be investigated: Muraleedharan

An expert team led by the Principal Secretary (Health) will investigate

12 Oct 2026 8:20 pm
Keralam lotteries directorate to have more tickets on sale

Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan says that the directorate is aiming to increase the series of its weekly lotteries from 12 to 15 and increase the sale by 27 lakh tickets

12 Oct 2026 8:11 pm
Over 470 grams of suspected MDMA seized in Keralams Kannur, youth arrested

The accused, Badusha, a native of Kottappoyil in Perumacheri, was arrested after Excise officials recovered 462 grams of suspected MDMA from a shop.

12 Oct 2026 8:04 pm
Farmers seek compensation as water shortage threatens second paddy crop

The Kisan Sabha district committee will stage a sit-in protest in front of the Collectorate here on Thursday, demanding compensation and government support

12 Oct 2026 7:55 pm
Keralam CPI MP Sandosh Kumar urges Amit Shah to stop detention of journalists in Delhi

In a letter to the Union Home Minister, the MP says that reports from several parts of the capital clearly show that journalists are being prevented from discharging their professional duties through the use of force

12 Oct 2026 7:50 pm
Lakshadweep becomes 100% literate Union Territory

According to the Education department, all eligible learners cleared the Foundational Literacy and Numeracy Assessment Test, enabling Lakshadweep to attain full literacy status under ULLAS, a Centrally sponsored scheme

12 Oct 2026 7:39 pm
Keralam CPI(M) leader P.K. Sreemathifiles complaint over abusive social media posts

According to the complaint, the posts are being circulated falsely attributing statements to her, and allegedly using fabricated posters featuring her photograph and the party symbol

12 Oct 2026 7:37 pm
CMN Trust completes construction of 50 houses for homeless families

Governor Rajendra Arlekar will announce the completion and hand over the keys to the remaining houses at a function in Ottapalam on Tuesday

12 Oct 2026 7:37 pm
Deputy Speaker Shanimol Osman breaks conventions, presents calling attention motion in Keralam Assembly

By convention, the Deputy Speaker does not present submissions or calling attention motions in the House and restrict themselves to their neutral chair duties

12 Oct 2026 7:31 pm
TDB to tighten checks on parking fees, essential prices in Keralams Erumely

The board will also intensify waste management and increase the capacity for spot booking for Sabarimala darshan from Erumely, says TDB chief

12 Oct 2026 7:15 pm
Countrys cultural conscience stands with youths brutalised by fascist regime: K.R. Meera

Inaugurating the Thrissur Literary Fest, the writer says youths are being beaten for defending the fundamental rights guaranteed by the Constitution

12 Oct 2026 7:13 pm
Calicut varsity authorities to act tough against violation of rules on campuses, hostels

Students shall not allow unauthorised occupants to stay in hostels; the possession, storage or use of explosives, inflammable substances or any other hazardous materials on the university campus, affiliated colleges, or in hostels are strictly prohibited

12 Oct 2026 6:49 pm
Amid shortage fears, Aravana production to resume at Sabarimala on October 14

The average demand for Aravana during monthly pujas in Sabarimala is around 70,000 tins a day. Demand is expected to be higher during the Thulamasa puja, which falls about a month before the annual Mandalam-Makaravilakku pilgrimage season, says a TDB official

12 Oct 2026 6:47 pm
Keralam has ensured work to all families that sought it under VB-G RAM G, says Minister K.M. Shaji

Minister says the government has made sure that the new scheme is implemented in all gram panchayats in the State

12 Oct 2026 6:40 pm
12 Oct 2026 5:55 pm
LDF stages walks out from Keralam Assembly over police action at University Hostel

Speaker Thiruvanchoor Radhakrishnan disallowed its notice for an adjournment motion on the alleged attack by Youth Congress workers on the University Youth Hostel on September 30 and the subsequent police action

12 Oct 2026 5:33 pm
Govt. mulling extension of pay revision panel term: Keralam CM V.D. Satheesan

He said leave surrender had also been allowed till May 31.

12 Oct 2026 4:44 pm
Supplycos Go Express marts will function for longer hours: Keralam Civil Supplies Minister Anoop Jacob

Responding to widespread non-availability of food kits to people under the extremely poor category, the Minister said the government would examine if food essentials could be supplied to them through kits or other alternative ways

12 Oct 2026 4:19 pm
Keralam Assembly passes resolution seeking removal of CEC Gyanesh Kumar, steps to restore credibility of ECI

It urged the Centre and the ECI to address the defects in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral rolls and restore voting rights to all eligible voters.

12 Oct 2026 1:33 pm
Wayanad bus accident: Two dead, several injured as Munnar tour vehicle overturns

The vehicle was carrying a party of post graduate students from Mandya University in Karnataka

12 Oct 2026 9:32 am
Noted architect N.M. Salim passes away

Salim was active in the architecture field for over five decades, playing a key role in transforming the face of urban centres in Keralam and other South Indian States

12 Oct 2026 9:16 am
Kerala State Biodiversity Board submits policy document to mitigate threats due to invasive species

Document suggests laying emphasise on prevention and monitoring of the spread of invasive alien species and generating public awareness and capacity-building to handle the menace

12 Oct 2026 3:31 am
Four held in 37-lakh cheating case

The accused allegedly cheated the complainant, a native of Thiruvananthapuram, by promising returns up to five-fold on investment in a company exporting frozen food.

12 Oct 2026 1:02 am
Chief Minister inaugurates IAP House

The IAP House, located behind the Kaloor metro station, will also be home to the Arike Pain and Palliative Care Unit, which focusses on pediatric palliative care.

12 Oct 2026 1:01 am
Forum proposes draft Bill seeking protection for advocates, their kin, staff in Keralam

Keralam Advocates Protection Bill, 2021, seeks to protect them from assault, criminal force, intimidation and threats; it proposes a punishment of imprisonment up to five years and a fine of 1 lakh

12 Oct 2026 12:00 am