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Palakkad railway division celebrates Independence Day

He pointed out the divisions performance, including its second rank among 69 railway divisions across the country.

15 Aug 2026 4:19 pm
Funds sanctioned for re-tendered stretches in Kollam under PMGSY

Kollam MP N.K. Premachandran calls for intensified oversight and swift action on Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) road projects, citing ongoing delays that burden local residents and commuters.

15 Aug 2026 4:06 pm
Preserve democracy and secularism, says Minister Roji M. John in his Independence Day message

Like B.R. Ambedkar said, independence will be complete when along with political freedom, the social and economic freedom of every citizen is ensured, said Minister for Higher Education.

15 Aug 2026 3:56 pm
Kerala freedom fighter Raghavji lived Gandhis ideals, but his legacy now lies neglected at Shoranur

Raghavji was among the 78 followers who accompanied Mahatma Gandhi on the historic Dandi March in 1930

15 Aug 2026 3:54 pm
Chaos at Kozhikode Corporations I-Day flag-hoisting as councillors simultaneously sing national anthem, Vande Mataram

As Mayor and councillors from CPI(M)-led ruling front and Congress-led UDF began singing Jana Gana Mana, BJP councillors, about 13 of them, started singing the full version of Vande Mataram. Both groups persisted despite the resulting confusion

15 Aug 2026 2:08 pm
Keralas Chokramudi hills to open for tourists as Neelakurinji blooms paint Munnar blue

Mass blooming of Neelakurinji this year is expected to be witnessed across Chokramudi hills, Idalimedu, and Meeshapulimala in Munnar

15 Aug 2026 12:13 pm
In Independence Day speech, Kerala CM warns against communalism, calls for open-minded democracy

Notably, Vande Mataram song was not played at the function in accordance with direction of Union government

15 Aug 2026 11:38 am
Kerala govt announces bonus, festival allowance ahead of Onam

Government has announced a bonus of 4,500 to government employees and teachers. Employees not entitled to the bonus will be eligible for 3,000 as special festival allowance

15 Aug 2026 10:30 am
How Raveli pattu, Keralas ancient story telling tradition, is struggling to survive

PK Narayanan, one of the few remaining performers of the Raveli pattu, is striving to keep the oral tradition alive

15 Aug 2026 8:54 am
Three police officers suspended for allegedly taking money from scrap dealer in Kochi

Action was taken against the officers following allegations of misconduct during the investigation into a theft case

15 Aug 2026 1:34 am
K.C. Venugopal seeks more Onam special trains to Kerala

Venugopal, held discussions with Mr. Vaishnaw on Friday during which he pointed out that the services sanctioned so far were inadequate

14 Aug 2026 10:36 pm
Pay salary to DIET staff without delay: KSTA

Their salary had been pending for months, says the school teachers body

14 Aug 2026 10:30 pm
No direction to sing Vande Mataram in Kerala schools on Independence Day

Director of General Educations circular to school head teachers mentions only national anthem.

14 Aug 2026 9:40 pm
Seven sentenced to life in Kannamoola Vishnu murder case

In addition to the life sentence, the seven convicts will have to undergo 20 years of rigorous imprisonment under various provisions

14 Aug 2026 9:27 pm
Edamalakkudy residents carry another patient on bamboo stretcher

Lack of bridges and roads continues to hamper emergency healthcare in tribal settlements

14 Aug 2026 9:14 pm
Action plan on cards to avert traffic snarls in Keralas Kozhikode during Onam

Entry of solo-driven cars to Kozhikode city likely to be restricted as part of crowd control measures

14 Aug 2026 9:04 pm
Expert committee to check structural issues of Kozhikode KSRTC terminal building

Transport Minister C.P. John, who inspected the facility on Friday, said the renovation works would be carried out based on the committees report

14 Aug 2026 8:52 pm
Kerala University to introduce double-valuation system for LLB examinations

Decision comes against the backdrop of complaints from students about significant variations in marks during revaluation and demands for greater transparency in the conduct of examinations

14 Aug 2026 8:39 pm
Murder case accused found dead in Kozhikode

The 34-year-old had been arrested by police in connection with the death of a young woman who was reportedly in a relationship with him. She was found dead inside his workshop at Malikkadavu on January 24

14 Aug 2026 8:14 pm
New initiative for scientific flood mitigation in Kerala

Kerala Flood Resilience Initiative envisaged as a model for nation; team of experts from IITs submits preliminary report

14 Aug 2026 8:14 pm
Arab woman tourist found dead in Kozhikode hotel

Police sources said the exact cause of death could be ascertained only after post-mortem report was received, though it was suspected to be a case of cardiac arrest

14 Aug 2026 8:05 pm
Kerala raises caregiver assistance under Ashwasakiranam scheme to 1,000

It is a monthly aid to caregivers of chronically bedridden, disabled persons or persons with other terminal or chronic illnesses or the elderly.

14 Aug 2026 8:00 pm
Independence Day: Minister Bindu Krishna to hoist national flag in Kozhikode

A total of 22 platoons will take part in the parade, featuring personnel from the police, Excise, Fire and Rescue Services, Forest department, National Cadet Corps, Scouts and Guides, and Student Police Cadets.

14 Aug 2026 7:59 pm
HSBC India opens new branch in Thiruvananthapuram

This will be the second branch for the bank in Kerala after its branch in Kochi

14 Aug 2026 7:59 pm
Train cancellation wont deter Delhi march, says CPI

Party accuses Centre of using fear and false nationalism to suppress democratic protests

14 Aug 2026 7:48 pm
Shopping complex in Keralas Neendakara harbour left to rot

Vendors and fishers report that the abandoned structure has effectively transformed into a notorious hideout for drug pushers and anti-social elements, prompting frequent law enforcement crackdowns under Operation Toofan

14 Aug 2026 7:45 pm
Agriculture Minister to hoist national flag in Kalpetta

Seventeen platoons, including those from the police, Excise and Forest departments, will participate in the parade.

14 Aug 2026 7:42 pm
Strong market intervention planned to keep Onam prices in check, says Minister

Special squads formed by the Wayanad district administration to check price hikes, hoarding, and black marketing of essential commodities detect irregularities at 12 shops

14 Aug 2026 7:38 pm
Kerala Chief Minister to present Forest Medals on Independence Day

The medals are awarded annually to personnel ranging from forest beat assistants to range forest officers for exemplary dedication to forest and wildlife protection

14 Aug 2026 7:22 pm
Free HPV vaccine for girls aged 14 in Kozhikode till August 31

The vaccine, which costs 4,000 in the private market, is being administered free of cost

14 Aug 2026 7:16 pm
Kerala Tourism Minister P.C. Vishnunadh to inaugurate Onam celebrations in Kollam

The week-long celebrations will take place across multiple key locations in the district from August 25 to August 30

14 Aug 2026 7:15 pm
BJP leader seeks CBI probe into LDFs failed bid to bring Messi to Kochi

He says that UDF government should not reach a deal or understanding with the LDF and the Leader of the Opposition Pinarayi Vijayan to settle the issue.

14 Aug 2026 7:08 pm
Rights panel orders officials to ensure safety measures around abandoned quarries in Ernakulam

Officials told to identify owners of abandoned quarries and legally instruct them to construct protective fencing around them

14 Aug 2026 6:58 pm
Keralas Congress MLA C.R. Mahesh apologises for seat belt violation

In a Facebook post, the Karunagappally MLA says travelling without a seat belt is against the law and admits that such a mistake happened on his part

14 Aug 2026 4:23 pm
Kerala BJP seeks CBI probe into alleged irregularities in proposed visit of Messi and Argentina football team

BJP leader S. Suresh alleges that former CM Pinarayi Vijayan and CPI(M) are involved in the loot' and urges the V.D. Satheesan government to hand over the case to CBI

14 Aug 2026 3:05 pm
Kerala launches My Police Station project to enhance citizen-friendly services

Speaking at State-level launch of the initiative at Peroorkada police station in Thiruvananthapuram, Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan says the project seeks to make the police a 'friend' and a source of support for people,while retaining the deterrent role of the force against crime

14 Aug 2026 2:29 pm
Keralas UDF govt agrees to Centres stipulation that PMAY housing project beneficiaries should pay their share

State government also decides to agree to Centres requirement to display emblem in front of houses built under PMAY, despite stiff resistance from Opposition LDF

14 Aug 2026 1:14 pm
Arrest of trio by Keralas Vigilance in alleged 10-lakh bribery case exposes official-middlemen nexus

VACB sources say role of more revenue officials in the case is being probed

14 Aug 2026 12:31 pm
Sabarimala gold loss probe officer S. Sasidharan gets Presidents Medal for Distinguished Service

As part of Independence Day celebrations, 11 officers from Kerala Police, Fire and Rescue Services, and Prison and Correctional Services have been selected for various Presidents Police and Fire Service Medals

14 Aug 2026 11:58 am
Kerala govt rejigs SHO system,restores Sub-Inspector-led model at most police stations

Inspector-level SHOs retained only in strategically important police stations

14 Aug 2026 10:51 am
Messy make-up: cosmetics addiction takes the sheen out of childhood

A large number of schoolchildren in Kerala are taking an early morbid fascination towards cosmetics, which experts term Cosmeticorexia. Navamy Sudhish examines the mental and physical consequences of the obsessive behaviour

14 Aug 2026 8:13 am
Kerala High Court denies bail to accused in organ trafficking

Organ trafficking exploits vulnerable populations, fuels transnational crime networks, and undermines public trust in legitimate medical systems, says court

14 Aug 2026 1:39 am