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Even as human-wildlife conflict and farmers issues dominate the constituency, the position of Church groups, particularly the Jacobite Syrian Christian denomination, could be a decisive factor
Child rights panel report calls for interventions at government level to find funds for paying victim compensation
HC says the practice of endogamy among members of the Knanaya Catholic community is not an essential religious practice
Any disruption in the Gulf regions economy could cause a major setback to Keralas economy
Higher Education Minister slams remark against U. Prathibha, says women will teach a lesson to those undermining gender equality
The ceremony will be presided over by Catholicos Baselius Marthoma Mathews III, marking his first such consecration as chief celebrant after assuming office
The institute has been ranked 78th worldwide in the narrow subject category of Business and Management Studies, marking a rise from 141st position last year
At the UDF convention, Ramani had extended support to her husband, T.K. Govindan, who is contesting as an Independent candidate with the Congress backing in the Taliparamba Assembly constituency
Pinarayi Vijayan says UDF has backslidden into personally attacking opponents and their families because it cannot counter LDF politically
Congress leader Sachin Pilot is likely to accompany Kharge
As Kerala gears up for 2026 State Assembly elections, the performance of sitting Ministers from Left Democratic Front (LDF) is in focus
KBF chairperson V. Venu says the complaint triggered an internal investigation, though no police report has been filed
Veteran leader P.J. Kurien endorses Ramesh Chennithala during UDF election event. While Chennithala downplays it, stating the final decision rests with High Command, senior leader K.C. Joseph warns against potential divisiveness of such speculation. Satheesan seeks to sidestep the debate
The North East package trains will depart from Madurai with convenient boarding points in Kerala. Tourists travelling from Mangaluru will be offered complimentary transfers to Palakkad, Ottapalam or Thrissur, based on their preference
Congress leader alleges poll affidavit violation by Kerala BJP president; accuses CPI(M) of bar licence graft and slams Centre, State over price rise and farmer distress
Ramesh Chennithala says there is an unwritten political understanding between CM Pinarayi Vijayan and PM Modi to keep Congress away from power in Kerala. He alleges the understanding began during 2021 Assembly polls
Defectors dominate headlines in Kerala as it gears up for a high-stakes election
Temple board files submissions in Supreme Court regarding entry of women of all ages into Sabarimala shrine; courts review hearing to start on April 7; Kerala govt. had softened its stance on the issue
A case had been registered against him under non-bailable sections of the Wild Life (Protection) Act
Although Kerala is the only Indian State where women outnumber men, this demographic strength has never translated into political power; in the 140 Assembly constituencies in the State, the LDF has fielded 17 women candidates, the UDF 12, and the NDA 14
His body is being shifted to Idukki Medical College for autopsy
UDF candidate promises dialysis centre, low-cost pharmacy, Rs 10 lunch scheme, startup park and AI labs if elected from Manalur
Despite the objections, the Returning Officer accepted the BJP candidates nomination, maintaining it did not violate any grounds for rejection as stated in the Candidates Handbook 2023
The seizure was carried out under provisions of the Customs Act
In a 10-point appeal, the academic calls for issue-based debates and the upholding of secular values, warning against personal attacks and religious messaging. Ekbal emphasises the need for dignified political dialogue, focusing on critical issues like education and healthcare while advocating for environmentally responsible campaigning practices.

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