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Enumerators begin boundary mapping and building numbering; household data collection to begin in the next phase; personal information collected to remain strictly confidential
Keralas self-enumeration window closed on June 30,2026. Field enumeration will begin after boundary mapping and house numbering are completed. Enumerators to verify self-reported data
Four-member Cabinet subcommittee holds second meeting
Bench held that if the SNDP general secretary is convicted in the cases filed against him, the President has the right to annul the conferment of the decoration, after which his name will be erased from the register.
The PSC has ordered a probe into the allegations regarding the process of valuation and preparation of rank lists for three chief-level posts in the board
More than 125 K-RERA-approved apartments and villas from 20 leading builders to be showcased; four banks to offer home loan schemes at preferential interest rates for visitors
The government had come under fire from within the Congress and also the Communist Party of India (Marxist) for nominating an alleged Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) fellow traveller to the post
Assembly had witnessed a huge influx of visitors during its first session after the Congress-led United Democratic Front government came to power in the State
Prior to the present appointment, Air Marshal Mann was Senior Air Staff Officer at the Western Air Command
The officer, along with his team, were returning from patrolling when they encountered a wild elephant
Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan says the proposed acquisition of stake in AVPPL by MSC has come to the attention of the government through media reports. Adani port authorities had not initiated any correspondence or communication with the government in this regard
KSTA, AKSTU protest government inaction on daily wage appointments in schools in place of teachers on Census duty
The Idukki hydel power project in Kerala is facing a dire situation, with its reservoir storage plummeting to just 23% as of July 1, a stark decline from 58% a year ago
Speaking in the Assembly after presenting the Kerala Appropriation Bill, 2026, Chief Minister says a countdown has begun for implementing the projects, which have been cleared by the Cabinet
To ensure the smooth execution of the process, Kollam district administration has deployed a massive team of 4,911 enumerators and 837 supervisors to coordinate operations on the ground
Bill says the tax revision pertaining to low-alcohol beverages will take effect only after a notification by the government in the official gazette. LDF objects to the Bill on the grounds that UDF government is passing it without referring it to the Houses Subject Committee
Veteran Congress leader is remembered as a tireless organiser. K.C. Venugopl says P.A. Madhavan had made invaluable contributions to strengthening the Congress organisation and taking its ideals to the people
225 higher secondary teacher and 713 higher secondary teacher (junior) posts are also vacant
The institute has licensed the State Kudumbashree Mission to multiply and disseminate improved varieties of black pepper, turmeric, ginger, cardamom, and cinnamon
The organisations say the hike will increase the financial burden on students
Wayanad Prakruthi Samrakshana Samiti alleges that the Kerala government and the accused are acting in concert to sabotage the case.
Minister says Higher Education department will undertake a comprehensive review of the Four-Year Undergraduate Programme. Necessary reforms will be introduced to address the practical difficulties experienced by students and colleges
House considers Kerala (Alteration of Name) Bill, 2026, which was referred by the President to seek its opinion. The legislators unanimously endorse all queries raised by the President on the Bills 10 clauses
Resolution, moved by Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan, terms the amendments a breach of Constitutional provisions and federal principles
Prosecution opposed the bail plea, claiming that Jithin Bhaskaran tried to destroy crucial digital evidence from his phone. It was also pointed out that his custodial interrogation was necessary to continue the probe
NCP faction led by A.K. Saseendran, Congress (Secular) and Indian Socialist Janata Dal exploring formation of a broader platform ahead of possible merger, while remaining part of Left coalition in Kerala
Seeking leave of the House for an adjournment debate, CPI legislator G.R. Anil said the local bodies were facing a serious crisis
Move aims to enable operation of small aircraft and helicopters, considering Keralas aviation connectivity and emergency transport needs during natural calamities
CM Satheesans response in Assembly came after Congress MLA Saneeshkumar Joseph called his attention to challenges faced by lottery sector due to alleged decline in ticket sales
V.D. Satheesan informs Kerala Assembly that Adani Ports has not obtained approval forstake transfer yet. APSEZ had earlier announced that MSCGroup will acquire 49% stake inAdani Vizhinjam Port Private Limited for around13,220 crore
Most State government expenditure is on social sectors, such as health and education, and economic sectors, such as agriculture and irrigation. In Kerala, such spending has driven social progress since the 1960s. The gap between expenditure and receipts is usually financed through market borrowings.

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