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VD Satheesan Defends Chopper Use, Hits Back At Left Over Flood Criticism

Kerala Chief Minister added that the trip did not cost the government anything extra as the chopper had been hired by the previous LDF government.

NDTV 4 Aug 2026 10:01 am

Today weather updates (August 4): IMD forecasts heavy rain across parts of India; extremely heavy rainfall likely in Assam, Northeast

Heavy to very heavy rainfall is forecast across many Indian regions on Monday. Isolated extremely heavy rainfall is expected over Assam, Meghalaya, and Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim. Many northern states, including Delhi and Uttar Pradesh, will experience heavy showers. Thunderstorms, gusty winds, and squally weather are predicted for several other areas. Coastal regions of Karnataka and Kerala anticipate squally weather with strong winds.

The Economic Times 4 Aug 2026 7:35 am

Lack of long-term plans to mitigate rain-inducted calamities worrying for Kerala

CM blames IMD for delay in relaying weather forecast. However, experts point out that IMDs 125-year rainfall dataset, covering 110 weather stations across Kerala from 1901 to 2025, has shed enough light on the States most vulnerable regions during monsoon and the government need not wait for weather alerts before initiating preparedness measures

The Hindu 4 Aug 2026 5:45 am

Milma Denies Involvement in Sabari Mala Ghee Scam, Questions Allegations of Adulteration

Thiruvananthapuram, August 4: A controversy surrounding alleged irregularities in ghee supply at Keralas renowned Sabari Mala temple took a new turn on Monday. The states cooperative body, Milma, denied any involvement in the matter and raised questions about how such alleged tampering went unnoticed until now. This latest dispute follows the recent gold smuggling case ... Read more Milma Denies Involvement in Sabari Mala Ghee Scam, Questions Allegations of Adulteration

Morningstar 4 Aug 2026 3:45 am

Amid a flood of holiday demands, Collectors weather an online storm

As online demands and criticism over rain holidays mount, District Collectors say decisions are guided by weather data and field reportsnot social media pressure; school closures during orange, yellow alerts depend on local assessments, they say

The Hindu 4 Aug 2026 1:04 am

Search continues for two missing in Kannur

The Hindu 3 Aug 2026 11:40 pm

Holiday declared in Kannur

The Hindu 3 Aug 2026 11:39 pm

Holiday declared in Malappuram

The Hindu 3 Aug 2026 11:37 pm

Kerala rains: heavy rain continues to batter district

A total of 964 people from 365 families remain in 32 relief camps in Kozhikode as heavy rain continues and schools remain shut for a second day; more than a dozen relief camps have closed in Wayanad after many displaced families returned home, leaving 584 people in 14 camps

The Hindu 3 Aug 2026 11:36 pm

Sriram Venkitaraman got exemptions that even P.T. Chacko did not get: Muraleedharan

The IAS officer is accused in the death of K.M. Basheer, the Thiruvananthapuram bureau chief ofMalayalam daily Siraj , in 2019

The Hindu 3 Aug 2026 11:33 pm

3,444 students in Malappuram receive Plus One second supplementary allotment

In Malappuram where 5,532 applications were considered valid, including 812 from other districts, 1,607 vacancies remain for 2,088 students who did not get allotment

The Hindu 3 Aug 2026 11:09 pm

Riverbanks, low-lying areas of Ernakulam district remain on alert despite relief from heavy rain

A total of 110 people remained in relief camps across the district on Monday following heavy downpours over the past few days. Eight camps remained active in the districtfour in Muvattupuzha taluk and two each in Kunnathunad and Kothamangalamwhile four had been closed.

The Hindu 3 Aug 2026 9:18 pm

Kerala High Court denies appeal against stay on police association rejig

An order by the Additional Chief Secretary (Home) abolished the Kerala Police Officers Association and re-distributed its members and assets among two other police associations. A Single Bench stayed the order and a former office-bearer of Kerala Police Association appealed against the stay.

The Hindu 3 Aug 2026 8:54 pm

Orange alert issued for Keralas Palakkad district on Tuesday

Heavy rain continued to lash the district on Monday

The Hindu 3 Aug 2026 8:44 pm

MVD steps up highway patrols as aquaplaning accidents rise in Kerala

MVD advises motorists to reduce speed and keep it below 60 kmph on wet roads or where water has collected. Since the monsoon began, national highway stretches have seen many fatal accidents

The Hindu 3 Aug 2026 8:33 pm

Kerala floods 2026: rain fury grips Pathanamthitta for third day, rescue teams step up operations

Low-lying regions in upper Kuttanad, including parts of Thiruvalla and Aranmula, remain under water; as many as 5,940 people are currently sheltered in relief camps across the district

The Hindu 3 Aug 2026 8:33 pm

Kerala rains 2026: festive bustle makes way for eerie silence in Ranni

Half-open shutters, heaps of mud, waterlogged furniture and ruined merchandise stand as grim reminders of the flash flood that ripped through the town

The Hindu 3 Aug 2026 8:26 pm

Veteran Congress leader Karuthodi Radhakrishnan passes away at 83

He played a key role in strengthening the Congress in areas such as Kayiliyad, Chalavara, Shoranur and Ottapalam and served as president of the Chalavara grama panchayat

The Hindu 3 Aug 2026 8:19 pm

Rain eases in Keralas Wayanad

More than a dozen relief camps shut as weather improves; 584 people from 174 families remain in 14 camps

The Hindu 3 Aug 2026 8:16 pm

Opposition sharpens attack on Kerala CM, accuses him of resorting to lies

The accusations revolve around Satheesans controversial helicopter trip and scheduled lunch during the disaster, with LDF leaders asserting that his lack of effective crisis management has compromised government operations.

The Hindu 3 Aug 2026 8:14 pm

Rain causes slight disruptions to Sabarimala pilgrimage in Kerala

Pilgrims travelling from Nilackal were temporarily stopped following reports of a landslip at Attathodu, while those arriving through Erumely also faced entry curbs

The Hindu 3 Aug 2026 7:55 pm

Teak wood carvings, Chettinad columns, Karaikudi tiles: Kerala's coastal cottages inspired this 3,000 sq ft home in Pune

Monica Gaur's Pune residence draws inspiration from Kerala's traditional coastal cottages. The expansive layout emphasizes communal areas and natural ventilation throughout the home. Handcrafted interiors showcase India's rich artistic heritage and indigenous paintings. Artisans lived on-site for two years to meticulously craft the custom structure. This home blends historic South Indian elements with contemporary functional layouts.

The Economic Times 3 Aug 2026 7:47 pm

Thrikkudamanna tourism circuit project nears completion

The project centres on the development of a riverside park at Thrikkudamanna Kadavu on the banks of Iruvanjippuzha under the Destination Challenge project initiative of the State government

The Hindu 3 Aug 2026 7:24 pm

Kerala farmers turn to rambutan as a profitable alternative to rubber

Higher farm incomes and lower labour needs are encouraging growers to embrace rambutan while seeking stronger market access and logistics support

The Hindu Businessline 3 Aug 2026 7:13 pm

Kerala floods 2026: Idukki mudslide survivor recalls moments before disaster

Thankaraj, who managed to rescue his family before tragedy struck, was trapped under mud and later saved by neighbours; with their house and vehicles completely lost, the family seeks govt. aid to rebuild their lives

The Hindu 3 Aug 2026 7:09 pm

Hydel storage improves, but rainfall plays havoc with power supply network

As of August 3 evening, power supply remained disrupted for 63,676 consumers, predominantly in Pathanamthitta and Kannur districts, due to damage to nearly 3,000 distribution transformers and thousands of electrical posts

The Hindu 3 Aug 2026 6:31 pm

KSRTC Bus Falls Into Gorge in Palakkad, One Dies, Several Injured

The accident occurred around 9.30 am when the Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) bus was on the way from Nelliyampathy to Nenmara

Deccan Chronicle 3 Aug 2026 6:20 pm

Sabarimala ghee supply: No lapses on Milmas side, says chairman K.S. Mani

The Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) made the payment for the supplies in full and had not made any complaint about quality, he says

The Hindu 3 Aug 2026 5:43 pm

Kochi Corporation in Kerala to hand over Konthuruthy river puramboke to KMRL for beautification

It has been cleared of encroachments to restore the river to its original width of 38 metres

The Hindu 3 Aug 2026 5:02 pm

Flash floods have crippled Keralas trading sector, says merchant body

Many firms may be forced to shut down unless the government steps in with effective intervention, says P. Niazar, president of the Kerala Merchants Chamber of Commerce

The Hindu 3 Aug 2026 4:45 pm

Kerala to strengthen Supplyco with modern storage, supply chain reforms: CM

Such steps will enable the agencyto procure essential commodities during harvest seasons at lower prices and supply them to consumers at affordable rates throughout the year, Satheesan pointed out

The Hindu 3 Aug 2026 4:28 pm

Kerala CM defends controversial helicopter trip, lunch amid floods, says politicising meal is unfortunate

In a sarcastic remark, V.D. Satheesan says he is unaware that the previous Chief Minister' had observed a fast during the 2018 floods

The Hindu 3 Aug 2026 4:13 pm

Coastal erosion washed away road, threatens hundreds of homes in Kasaragod in Kerala

The sea has advanced nearly 100 metres inland at Kavugoli, completely destroying the Cherangai-Kavungoli coastal road

The Hindu 3 Aug 2026 3:56 pm

One dead, two missing so far as heavy rain continues to batter Keralas Kannur

521 people shifted to eight relief camps as on Monday. Five landslips reported so far in Kannur district

The Hindu 3 Aug 2026 3:37 pm

Attack on ED officials: Kerala HC grants bail to 9 accused

Justice Kauser Edappagath allows the bail, with conditions, reasoning that the accused have been in remand for more than 60 days and they have no other criminal history

The Hindu 3 Aug 2026 2:43 pm

Kerala rains: CM Satheesan announces emergency preparations in Pathanamthitta to tackle flood situation

CM claims delay in receiving timely forecasts from IMD created difficulties during initial hours of extreme rainfall as Kerala relies primarily on agency forecasts to monitor weather conditions

The Hindu 3 Aug 2026 2:17 pm

Kerala rains: 92% of power connection restored after monsoon damage, says Minister Sunny Joseph

Minister says 2,892 transformers were damaged during the rains. Following the receding of floodwater, 2,600 transformers have been repaired and re-energised, while restoration of 1,872 damaged electric poles is progressing

The Hindu 3 Aug 2026 2:02 pm

Kerala rain toll reaches 15; over 11,000 in relief camps

The death toll from floods and landslides triggered by heavy rain in Kerala has risen to 15, with seven people still missing. Chief Minister V D Satheesan announced immediate financial assistance for affected families, ordered a review of crop-loss compensation and dismissed rumours of dam water releases, warning of action against those spreading

Mid Day 3 Aug 2026 1:58 pm

Kerala school holiday today: Schools, colleges shut in 11 districts due to heavy rain; check full list

Several Kerala districts declared holidays for schools and colleges today, August 3. This decision was made following heavy rainfall and a warning from the India Meteorological Department. Most districts closed all educational institutions as a precautionary measure. However, scheduled public and university examinations will proceed as planned. Authorities have issued safety advisories urging residents to avoid unnecessary travel and stay alert.

The Times of India 3 Aug 2026 1:58 pm

Returning to Ancient Wellness: From Kerala's Ayurveda to Israels Dead Sea

Across beauty and wellbeing, there's a growing pull back to the rooted and the time-tested, to the things our grandmothers did without ever needing a label to explain them.

Deccan Chronicle 3 Aug 2026 1:52 pm

In Kerala's rubber-growing belt, spiky red fruit is raising hopes for new farming future

Once considered an exotic fruit seen only in home gardens, rambutan has quietly grown into one of Kerala's fastest-expanding commercial fruit crops

The Hindu Businessline 3 Aug 2026 1:39 pm

Kerala HC Grants Bail to 9 CPI(M) Workers Accused of Attacking ED Officials

The central agency strongly opposed the bail pleas, arguing that the attack was a pre-planned conspiracy to intimidate officers and disrupt an ongoing probe

Deccan Chronicle 3 Aug 2026 1:32 pm

Kerala cashew import scam: K.A. Ratheesh resigns from three key posts amid CBI corruption charges

Ratheesh resigns as secretary, Kerala Khadi and Village Industries Board; managing director, RUTRONIX (Kerala State Rural Womens Electronics Industrial Cooperative Federation Ltd); and CEO of Kerala Khadi Workers Welfare Fund Board

The Hindu 3 Aug 2026 1:10 pm

Kerala Jesuit Priest Identified As Mastermind Behind Delhis CJP Unrest

A Kerala Jesuit priest named George Mutholil has been identified as the key strategist behind the current protests and unrest in New Delhi, according to a PGurus article. The demonstrations, organized by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), demanded the resignation of Union Human Resource Development Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. Although the agitation is publicly framed around Continue reading Kerala Jesuit Priest Identified As Mastermind Behind Delhis CJP Unrest The post Kerala Jesuit Priest Identified As Mastermind Behind Delhis CJP Unrest appeared first on OurVoice | WeRIndia - Analysis & Opinion .

Our Voice WeRIndia 3 Aug 2026 1:07 pm

Kerala Rain Toll Rises to 15, Says CM Satheesan

Seven people are still missing

Deccan Chronicle 3 Aug 2026 1:03 pm

KSEB Staffer Swims Across Swollen River to Restore Power, Minister Hails Him

In a Facebook post, the minister said Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) employee Rafeeq of the Angadipuram section office swam across the overflowing river to repair a fault on the electricity line

Deccan Chronicle 3 Aug 2026 12:59 pm

15 Killed, 7 Missing In Rain-Related Incidents Across Kerala

Kerala reports 15 rain-related deaths with seven missing amid ongoing relief efforts.

NDTV 3 Aug 2026 12:55 pm

Woman killed, many injured as KSRTC bus skids off Nelliyampathy ghat road in Keralas Palakkad

The accident occurred around 9.30 a.m. when the bus travelling from Nelliyampathy to Nenmara skidded at a curve near Pothundy Dam and fell into a teak plantation below. The driver reportedly lost control of the vehicle on the rain-soaked road

The Hindu 3 Aug 2026 12:49 pm

Kerala rains: Water level of major rivers in Ernakulam crosses warning mark

District administration issues alert to people living along Muvattupuzha, Thodupuzha and Kaliyar rivers as water levels continued to rise

The Hindu 3 Aug 2026 12:23 pm

Kerala Family Die by Suicide in Pune; Note Cites Financial Strain

The incident occurred in Pune's Morwadi. The family is originally from Kerala and was living in the Pimpri area for the past three years

Deccan Chronicle 3 Aug 2026 12:05 pm

Floods Batter Kerala, Assam, Odisha And Chhattisgarh: What To Do Before, During And After Flooding In India

Heavy monsoon rains have triggered floods across several parts of India, disrupting normal life and prompting rescue and relief operations. As of today, 3rd August 2026, states including Kerala, Assam, Gujarat, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha have witnessed flooding or are dealing with

Boldsky 3 Aug 2026 12:05 pm

Fish workers urge Centre to consult coastal states before finalising shipping law

Draft policy places emphasis on industrial fishing, which could lead to the concentration of the sector in the hands of a few large operators, the Kerala Fishworkers panel said

The Hindu Businessline 3 Aug 2026 11:56 am

Kerala: Newborn Found Dead in Hospital Toilet in Thiruvananthapuram

Thiruvananthapuram Medical College Police have registered a case and launched an investigation into the incident

Deccan Chronicle 3 Aug 2026 11:44 am

Woman killed after KSRTC bus veers off road as driver suffers suspected medical emergency in Keralas Thrissur

The woman who had reached the place to see off her daughter was fatally struck after KSRTC bus went out of control; locals said the driver suffered a medical emergency

The Hindu 3 Aug 2026 11:35 am

Rain triggers landslip at Panakkad in Keralas Malappuram; highway blocked

A hill in the area had been shedding loose soil since Sunday morning, prompting authorities to close the highway before the slope gave way. Earth, rocks and trees tumbled onto the road and into the swollen Kadalundipuzha on the other side

The Hindu 3 Aug 2026 11:14 am

Kerala rains: Heavy rainfall continues in Idukki, dam water levels rise

Isolated incidents of mudslides and fallen trees reported across the district

The Hindu 3 Aug 2026 10:49 am

Heavy Rain Lashes Kerala; Pathanamthitta on Alert

Minister Vishnunadh is camping in Pathanamthitta and leading disaster management and relief operations

Deccan Chronicle 3 Aug 2026 10:33 am

Debit card blocked without notice? Consumer court orders 1.25 lakh compensation, says banks must inform customers

A Kerala consumer court ordered Federal Bank to pay 1.25 lakh after blocking a customer's international debit card without prior notice. The ruling reinforces that banks must communicate card blocks promptly, especially when customers are travelling abroad.

Livemint 3 Aug 2026 10:03 am

Kerala rains LIVE | Moderate heavy rain continues; CM to chair emergency meet

Though rain intensity has subsided, moderate heavy rain continues to affect Kerala. IMD issued a yellow alert for the entire State on Monday

The Hindu 3 Aug 2026 9:58 am

Pune Family of Three Dies by Suicide, Note Cites Financial Stress

Kerala-origin couple and their teenage daughter found unconscious at their Pimpri home; police are investigating.

Deccan Chronicle 3 Aug 2026 9:34 am

Kozhikode on high alert as Kakkayam reservoir nears maximum level

The reservoir, which forms a part of the Kuttiyadi Hydroelectric Project, continues to experience tremendous inflow

The Hindu 3 Aug 2026 9:18 am

Kerala on alert as heavy monsoon rains raise widespread flooding concerns

Water levels may rise in Pathanamthitta, authorities warn

The Hindu Businessline 3 Aug 2026 9:13 am

Moderate heavy rain continues in Kerala; CM to chair emergency meeting

A flash flood warning has been issued for Pathanamthitta, where intense rainfall was recorded over the past couple of days

The Hindu 3 Aug 2026 8:59 am

Weather update (August 3): IMD issues heavy rain alert for Delhi, Kerala, Bihar and other regions; check state-wise forecast

The India Meteorological Department has issued weather warnings for Monday, August 3. Heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected across Arunachal Pradesh, Bihar, and Sub-Himalayan West Bengal. Many other states will also witness heavy showers accompanied by thunderstorms and strong winds. Squally weather is forecast over adjoining seas with wind speeds reaching up to 60 kmph. These conditions are likely to persist across various regions of the country.

The Economic Times 3 Aug 2026 7:50 am

Kerala rains today (August 3): IMD issues yellow alert for 10 districts amid heavy rains; check forecast

Kerala faces heavy rainfall and strong winds on August 3, with a yellow warning issued. Eight people have died and eight remain missing due to recent rain-related incidents. Over 5,000 people have moved to relief camps as houses face damage. Cleaning operations have begun in affected areas with government support. Heavy showers are expected again from August 6 to August 8.

The Economic Times 3 Aug 2026 7:40 am

Priyanka Gandhi Expresses Condolences Over Keralas Heavy Rain Deaths

Thiruvananthapuram, August 3: Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra expressed deep sorrow on Sunday over the loss of life and extensive damage caused by heavy rains in Kerala. Flood-like conditions, landslides, and other rain-related incidents continue to affect various parts of the state. The death toll from rain-related incidents has risen to 12. ... Read more Priyanka Gandhi Expresses Condolences Over Keralas Heavy Rain Deaths

Morningstar 3 Aug 2026 2:04 am

Eight dead, 13 injured as heavy rains batter Kerala

5,792 people shifted to 209 relief camps across state Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan on Sunday said eight people had died, eight remained missing, and 13 were injured after heavy rain triggered landslides, flooding and widespread damage across the state on Saturday. In a statement issued by his office, Satheesan said 27 houses []

The Navhind Times 3 Aug 2026 1:38 am

Heavy Rain in Kerala: Schools Closed in Nine Districts, Yellow Alert Issued

Thiruvananthapuram, August 3: Heavy rainfall continued across Kerala on Sunday, leading to flooding in several low-lying areas. As a precautionary measure, district administrations in nine districts have declared a holiday for educational institutions on Monday. Due to ongoing rain in large parts of the state, the district administrations of Kasaragod, Kannur, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Malappuram, Thrissur, ... Read more Heavy Rain in Kerala: Schools Closed in Nine Districts, Yellow Alert Issued

Morningstar 3 Aug 2026 1:15 am

Vadilal Industries challenges order granting interim relief to Mumbai faction

The Mumbai faction had originally approached the court under Section 9 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, seeking interim relief. It alleged that the Ahmedabad faction had attempted to terminate agreements that allowed the Mumbai branch to manufacture and sell ice cream and juices under the Vadilal name in Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka, Kerala and undivided Andhra Pradesh.

The Economic Times 3 Aug 2026 12:37 am

Heavy silt in Pazhassi dam disrupts drinking water treatment

High turbidity in the Pazhassi dam following intense rain and landslips disrupted drinking water treatment, reducing water supply to Kannur town and adjoining areas

The Hindu 3 Aug 2026 12:35 am

Hunger strike against laterite quarry in Kannur suspended after Collector issues stop memo

District Collector issues temporary stop memo after inquiries into quarry permit following petitions by protest committee; residents allege quarry on ecologically sensitive laterite hill threatens around 50 Scheduled Tribe families and community facilities

The Hindu 3 Aug 2026 12:33 am

M.K. Sanoo never thought continuos Left rule will be dangerous, says Pinarayi Vijayan

In what sounded like a veiled criticism of former Kerala Sahitya Akademi president K. Satchidanandan, Leader of the Opposition recalled how gracefully Sanoo had occupied the same position during an earlier tenure of the LDF

The Hindu 2 Aug 2026 9:55 pm

Kerala floods 2026: death toll rises to 11, over 7,600 people in relief camps

Towns in central Kerala remain heavily waterlogged; search operations continue for people reported missing; IMD places all 14 districts on yellow alert on Monday, no heavy rainfall alert for Tuesday and Wednesday; sanitation work launched in places where floodwaters have receded, says CM

The Hindu 2 Aug 2026 9:34 pm

Landslip cripples BengaluruMangaluru rail link, trains cancelled & diverted

Western Ghats landslip disrupts 20+ trains in Karnataka, delays services in Kerala and Goa

The Times of India 2 Aug 2026 9:30 pm

8 Killed, 8 Missing, 13 Injured As Kerala Rains Trigger Landslides, Flooding

The India Meteorological Department issued an 'orange alert' for 12 districts of Kerala and a 'yellow alert' for Thiruvananthapuram and Kollam districts.

NDTV 2 Aug 2026 9:19 pm

Govt likely to seek explanation from officials over letter which aided KAAPA-accused BJP councillor to secure leave

The letter, dated July 20, 2026 and signed by an Under Secretary on behalf of the Additional Chief Secretary, was sent to Mr. Sugathan in response to his request for an escort parole to take part in the council meeting on July 31

The Hindu 2 Aug 2026 9:04 pm