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Mans death reignites concern over re-entry of unlawful money lending businesses

Relatives of the deceased allege that there were attempts to extort nearly 3.5 lakh from him in the name of borrowing 15,000 a year ago

25 Apr 2026 9:35 pm
DDMA conducts workshop on heatwave preparedness in Wayanad

Experts led sessions on topics including heatwaves, the preparation and practical implementation of local heat action plans, monsoon preparedness and precautionary measures to tackle disaster risks such as floods, landslides, and fire hazards

25 Apr 2026 9:29 pm
Census 2027: Digital tools in spotlight as Kerala prepares for houselisting census

The tools include the Houselisting Block Creator web application, HLO mobile application, the self-enumeration portal, and the Census Management and Monitoring System portal.

25 Apr 2026 9:26 pm
IAS officers share tips on clearing Civil Services examination

Speakers urge the aspirants to be clear why they wanted to pursue a career in the Civil Service at The Hindu Civil Service Gateway 2026

25 Apr 2026 9:13 pm
Power outages add to Kochis summer woes

Power outages hit key areas, including Vyttila, Kadavanthra, Kalamassery, and Thripunithura. KSEB officials blame excess power consumption during the scorching summer for frequent night-time supply failures

25 Apr 2026 9:04 pm
Summer rain to gain traction in Kerala from April 27

Yellow alert issued for Idukki, Pathanamthitta, Kannur, and Kasaragod districts on April 29

25 Apr 2026 8:58 pm
Percussion ensembles to take centre stage at scaled-down Thrissur Pooram

Fitness test of elephants participating in the various events of the Thrissur Pooram was carried out

25 Apr 2026 8:55 pm
Rumours of rift in Congress over CM nominee in Kerala a media creation says IUML

Kunhalikutty says if the UDF is voted to power, the Chief Minister would be decided by the Congress keeping in mind the peoples sentiments.

25 Apr 2026 8:19 pm
Civil Services still relevant, says former Kerala Chief Secretary K. Jayakumar

Former Chief Secretary inaugurates the two-day The Hindu Civil Service Gateway 2026 in Thiruvananthapuram

25 Apr 2026 8:08 pm
Anganwadi worker bitten by snake

Doctors treating her identified the snake as non-venomous

25 Apr 2026 7:53 pm
Central Travancore wilts under heat, water sources run dry

Wells are rapidly receding, while streams and other natural water sources have remained dry for months

25 Apr 2026 7:38 pm
Three counting centres for 12 Assembly constituencies in Palakkad

Counting of votes will be held at Government Victoria College, Palakkad; NSS Engineering College, Akathethara; and Mount Seena Public School, Pathiripala

25 Apr 2026 7:37 pm
Antivenom administration: Kerala Government Medical Officers Association demands adequate HR and better infrastructure in hospitals

Public must be educated about the serious practical challenges and safety concerns that arise when a snakebite victim has to be administered the anti-snake venom, says KGMOA

25 Apr 2026 7:28 pm
FYUGP students in Calicut varsity allowed do internship in their own colleges this year

The new order allows students to undertake internships at their own colleges. Teachers will be permitted to oversee the work and evaluate performance

25 Apr 2026 7:20 pm
Ecotourism emerges as KFDCs top revenue source

During the last financial year, the KFDC earned Rs 11 crore from forestry crops, while total ecotourism generated Rs 14.75 crore

25 Apr 2026 7:02 pm
UDF will probe corruption in the cancellation of DBFOO power supply contracts if it comes to power: V.D. Satheesan

Leader of the Opposition blames the LDF govt. for the decision to cancel these contracts, says the move has led to unscheduled loadsheddings and power restrictions across the State this summer

25 Apr 2026 6:59 pm
Man dies of suspected sunstroke in Palakkad

Neighbours found Basheer lying unresponsive around 2 p.m., and rushed him to Government Taluk Hospital, Pattambi, where he was declared dead on arrival

25 Apr 2026 6:16 pm
BJP councillor R. Sreelekha named as fifth accused in protest march case

Ms. Sreelekha inaugurated the march during which the controversial slogan Poda Pulle was reportedly raised against the police force

25 Apr 2026 5:05 pm
Muni Narayana Prasad, scholar and head of Narayana Gurukula, passes away

A highly respected figure in the lineage of Sree Narayana Guru, he had headed the Narayana Gurukula for the past 27 years

25 Apr 2026 4:42 pm
No anticipatory bail for first accused Dr. M.K. Ram in Nithin Raj death case; co-accused granted relief

The prosecution said the court refused anticipatory bail to Dr. Ram after finding prima facie merit in the allegations, including claims of caste-based abuse

25 Apr 2026 4:36 pm
Summer rain likely in Kerala from April 27; yellow alert for four districts

The summer rain will gain strength in the State from April 27, and the meteorological agency issued a yellow alert warning of rains in the range of 64.4 mm-115.5 mm in 24 hours in districts like Idukki, Pathanamthitta, Kannur, and Kasaragod on April 29

25 Apr 2026 4:03 pm
Vilambaram ritual opens up Thrissur Pooram under the shadow of fireworks tragedy

TheVilambaramritual began in the morning with the ceremonial procession fromNeythalakkavuBhagavathy Temple

25 Apr 2026 4:03 pm
Hibi Eden quits as KPCC Digital Media Cell chief

Hibi Eden submitted a letter conveying his decision to relinquish the post to KPCC chief Sunny Joseph on April 14

25 Apr 2026 3:46 pm
Son surrenders after allegedly slitting mothers throat in Kelakam

Geethamma, who was killed, was a member of the Mahila Morcha District Committee

25 Apr 2026 3:22 pm
Kerala in action mode to mitigate rising heat impact

District collectors have been instructed to take necessary steps and seek the opinion of police and traffic authorities regarding reducing the duration of traffic signals wherever possible

25 Apr 2026 2:38 pm
Kochis historic Kokers Theatre set for demolition with an estimate of 19.54 lakh

The estimate has been prepared on the basis of a survey assessing demolition costs and the valuation of saleable debris

25 Apr 2026 1:45 pm
Thrissur Pooram: Railways to operate special trains to Thrissur from southern Kerala

In view of Thrissur Pooram, the unreserved MEMU special trains will be operated between Kollam Junction and Thrissur on April 26 to ensure convenient travel for passengers, says release issued by railways

25 Apr 2026 12:47 pm
Coast Guard chopper over Sabarimala: Police report flags security breach

According to the report, the helicopter flew directly above the temples flagpole, which is a high-security zone, and the explanation provided by the Coast Guard citing weather issues was not satisfactory

25 Apr 2026 12:30 pm
Mundathikode fireworks accident: The spark that turned fatal

On April 21, a deadly explosion at a fireworks unit at Mundathikode claimed at least 12 lives, injured more than 24, and damaged at least 50 houses nearby. The unit was set amid vast paddy fields and housed multiple sheds storing large quantities of explosive materials. Investigations are under way. Mini Muringatheri and Aathira Haridas report on the latest tragedy in a hazardous trade where violations are common

25 Apr 2026 12:10 am
A muted start to Thrissur Pooram festivities after the Mundathikode blast

Sample fireworks scheduled for the day cancelled. Scale of celebrations curtailed, illumination of pandals restricted to main Pooram days. Thiruvambady observes 3-day mourning.

24 Apr 2026 8:55 pm
Industries department accords sanction to Kerala Minerals and Metals Limited to go ahead with value addition of monazite

To seek necessary permissions from the Union government before going ahead with the value addition project

24 Apr 2026 8:42 pm
Punalur municipality rolls out relief measures as temperatures soar

Authorities issue directives to hospital staff to prioritise and provide immediate emergency care for patients with sunburns and other heat-related ailments

24 Apr 2026 8:34 pm
CSIR-NIIST to organise techno fest and customer meet on May 11

Participants will have the opportunity to interact with scientists, visit research divisions, and witness demonstrations of technologies, advanced research facilities, and equipment

24 Apr 2026 8:20 pm
For snakebite management, training crucial for doctors to administer antivenom

Antivenom administration can trigger adverse reactions in the patient, which taluk hospitals may not be equipped to handle. It can be given only in confirmed envenomation cases, which require specific clinical evaluation and blood tests, facilities that many taluk hospitals lack. However, antivenom should not be withheld as complications due to snakebites are a far greater risk than adverse reactions

24 Apr 2026 8:15 pm