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Kerala polls: Cong leader criticises social media chatter on CM post, says high command will decide

Lok Sabha MP Benny Behanan describes ongoing debates on social media as painful and unnecessary, and urges party workers and supporters to wait for the election results and the leaderships decision

14 Apr 2026 9:37 pm
Vishu fails to bring cheer to hotel and catering industry

Less than half the hotels have arranged to provide Vishu sadya, says KHRA president; the stifling heat is also not helping matters with footfall dropping

14 Apr 2026 9:29 pm
KWAs crucial projects in Kochi still await govt. nod

Kochis drinking water crisis continues as approval for a 190-MLD water treatment plant remains pending, while a 2,000-crore sewage treatment project aimed at improving the citys sanitation system is also awaiting clearance

14 Apr 2026 9:00 pm
West Asia crisis-fuelled seller inflation fails to douse Vishu festival shopping spirit

People flock to the Chalai market in Thiruvananthapuram on the eve of the festival even as sellers say the business is not as good as it was last year

14 Apr 2026 8:49 pm
Exporters ordeal over watermelon shipment to UAE highlights depth of West Asian crisis in export sector

After shipping timeline was disrupted due to West Asian crisis, an exporter incurred unexpected costs totalling nearly 23 lakh, only to find his cargo spoiled upon arrival.

14 Apr 2026 8:41 pm
Kudumbashree harvests success, captures Vishu market in Thrissur

Collective farming effort delivers bumper yields of safe, fresh produce amid harsh summer

14 Apr 2026 8:37 pm
Memo issued to ration distributor following rice shortage in Edamalakudy

Shortage of over 64,000 kg of rice reported in the tribal panchayat. Agency denies charges, says consignment was not distributed

14 Apr 2026 8:24 pm
Accused gets 28 years RI for sexually assaulting minor

Fast-track court imposes fine, orders compensation for survivor under IPC and Pocso provisions

14 Apr 2026 8:09 pm
SGOU launches course on Sree Narayana Guru

The one-year diploma course titled Sree Narayana Guru Jeevithavum Darshanavum (Sree Narayana Guru: Life and Vision) explores the Renaissance leaders legacy

14 Apr 2026 7:59 pm
Kerala HC steps in to end reported instances of forum shopping

The judiciary decides not to publicise the names of vacation judges of the High Court, who will be holding the vacation sitting during the current summer vacation

14 Apr 2026 7:50 pm
Paruthippulli temple leads in eco shift, bans plastic in fireworks

As part of its festival celebrations on Wednesday, the temple will ensure that its fireworks are conducted without any non-biodegradable materials, including plastic, marking a notable shift towards greener festival practices

14 Apr 2026 7:33 pm
UDF wave set to sweep Kerala, says Ramesh Chennithala

He credits Rahul Gandhi for continuous involvement, strategic direction, and close monitoring of campaign activities for UDF momentum.

14 Apr 2026 7:32 pm
Palakkad sizzles as scorching summer shrinks reservoirs, triggers fish deaths in farms

The relentless heat is not only disrupting daily life but has also led to a noticeable drop in tourist arrivals in the region

14 Apr 2026 7:04 pm
Attappady child death reignites health concerns; officials deny malnutrition link

According to the DMO, the child was being treated for congenital heart disease and pneumonia.

14 Apr 2026 6:21 pm
Summer heat pushes up electricity demand in Kerala

Peak demand touches record high of 5,933 MW on April 12

14 Apr 2026 5:55 pm
Acute drinking water shortage hits Kozhikodes hilly regions

The situation is particularly severe in areas such as Thiruvambady and Koodaranji, where many natural water sources have dried up

14 Apr 2026 5:03 pm
CM condemns Nithin Rajs death as public sentiment galvanises against management of Anjarakandy dental college

CM Pinarayi Vijayan said the Central government has turned a deaf ear to the demand to enact theRohith Vemula (Prevention of Discrimination, Exclusion or Injustice) (Right to Education and Dignity) Bill

14 Apr 2026 4:19 pm
Congress confident of winning all 13 seats in Kozhikode

Citing strong UDF support and historical victory margins, the Congress expresses confidence in winning all 13 Kozhikode seats

14 Apr 2026 3:39 pm
Kerala electorate has voted for change of government, says Shafi Parambil

The Vadakara MP says that the ruling CPI(M) will not be able to compartmentalise this popular verdict as the consolidation of votes by members of a particular caste, religion, or community

14 Apr 2026 3:31 pm
Dispute between dermatologists, dentists takes a legal turn in Kerala

The disagreement is over who is authorised to perform hair transplantation and aesthetic and cosmetic surgeries

14 Apr 2026 10:20 am
Grassroots-level SIR drives impacted voter turnout in Kerala, say community forums

Volunteers had guided voters through documentation procedures amid widespread concern over disenfranchisement

14 Apr 2026 2:12 am
Death of BDS student: ABVP submits plaint to Union Minister

Seeks probe Into Nithin Rajs death in Kannur

13 Apr 2026 10:05 pm
KSDMA warns public against fake heat alerts circulating on WhatsApp

Messages are being shared on WhatsApp as official warnings, claiming that temperatures in the State would rise between 45 and 55 from April 29 to May 12

13 Apr 2026 9:18 pm
Kerala University researchers develop high-efficiency, lead-free solar cell

By replacing toxic lead in perovskite solar cells for a mixture of tin and rare earth metals

13 Apr 2026 9:08 pm
Death of BDS student: students boycott classes, allege misconduct by faculty members

Teacher accused of insulting students on the basis of skin colour, physical appearance and caste, and allegedly threatening to fail them in examinations

13 Apr 2026 9:01 pm
Teachers in Kerala to be provided training in May

However, uncertainty surrounds its conduct amid paucity of funds

13 Apr 2026 8:34 pm
Kerala dental students death highlights growing threat of predatory loan apps

Investigators say the student had taken a loan of around 14,000 from an app and recovery agents had been contacting him repeatedly. They also purportedly directed calls and messages to a college teacher in an attempt to shame the youngster and coerce repayment

13 Apr 2026 8:32 pm
Church takes strong stand amid BJP leaders remarks, party on damage control

Pala Bishop Joseph Kallarangatt warns that a tone of intimidation will not be tolerated

13 Apr 2026 8:25 pm
Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: Total turnout goes up to 79.63% after counting postal ballots

These are provisional numbers with service votes yet to be added; Chief Electoral Officer (Kerala) Rathan U. Kelkar rejects allegations of undue delay in the publication of the complete poll data

13 Apr 2026 8:17 pm
Call for a fresh safety audit after CNG bus fire in Kozhikode

Passengers urge the Motor Vehicles department to investigate the incident and adopt stringent measures to monitor CNG vehicles

13 Apr 2026 7:57 pm
KC(M) flags federal concerns over proposed Lok Sabha expansion

Move will result in a major reduction in representation for northeastern and southern States in Parliament, says KC(M) chairperson

13 Apr 2026 7:30 pm
College of Agriculture, Vellayani, to strengthen research in climate-smart farming

To also deepen international collaborations to promote innovation-driven agricultural development

13 Apr 2026 7:09 pm
New study reveals self-cleaning mechanism of green pill millipede in Western Ghats

Study demonstrates that the millipedes exoskeleton possesses advanced hydrophobic properties

13 Apr 2026 6:51 pm