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Kerala High Court Sets Final Deadline for Abhimanyu Murder Case Trial

Kochi, August 4: The Kerala High Court has granted the Ernakulam Principal Sessions Court a final deadline of four months to complete the trial in the 2018 murder case of SFI leader Abhimanyu. The court made it clear that no further extensions would be permitted. Justice Kausar Edappagaths bench extended the timeline after the trial ... Read more Kerala High Court Sets Final Deadline for Abhimanyu Murder Case Trial

Morningstar 4 Aug 2026 11:05 pm

93-year-old farmer in Kerala leaves behind a recorded farewell, Audio Recording Played at Funeral Service

A 93-year-old farmer and local historian from Kerala left behind a recorded message thanking family, friends and neighbours, which was played at his funeral, leaving mourners deeply moved.

Deccan Chronicle 4 Aug 2026 10:36 pm

Kerala High Court directs CBI to conclude investigation in Jesna missing case within 6 months

Court says that the probe should not continue indefinitely as eight years has passed since she was last seen

The Hindu 4 Aug 2026 10:23 pm

Kerala Takes Significant Step Towards Establishing AYUSH University

Thiruvananthapuram, August 4: Kerala has taken a crucial formal step towards establishing an independent AYUSH university. This initiative is expected to invigorate academic activities in the coming days and enhance enthusiasm in research and innovation. On Tuesday, Health and Devaswom Minister K. Muraleedharan announced the formation of a four-member committee tasked with drafting proposals for ... Read more Kerala Takes Significant Step Towards Establishing AYUSH University

Morningstar 4 Aug 2026 9:55 pm

Amitabbh Singh assumes charge as Chief Postmaster General, Kerala Circle

During his career, Singh has held several key positions in the Department of Posts

The Hindu 4 Aug 2026 9:29 pm

Railway officers torchbearers of New Indias pace, capability and resolve: LG Sinha

Srinagar, Aug 04: The Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today addressed and congratulated the officer trainees of the Indian Railways Institute of Transport Management, Lucknow, who are on the field visit to Jammu Kashmir. The Lieutenant Governor highlighted their important role in shaping the future of the Indian Railway Management Service (IRMS) and expressed immense pleasure in interacting with the 69 officer trainees selected through the Civil Services Examination in 2022, 2023, and 2024 batch. You are the torchbearers of New Indias pace, capability, and resolve. The diversity of backgrounds among the trainees, spanning engineering, medicine, law, science, and the arts, and representing states/UTs across the country including Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Delhi, West Bengal, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Uttarakhand, Haryana, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Kerala, Odisha, and Chandigarh, reflects the soul of India. This diversity transforms into a shared national purpose during training, making the Institute a true laboratory of national unity, the Lieutenant Governor said. The Lieutenant Governor emphasized the key role of Indian Railways in Indias transformation. He highlighted the progress achieved over the past 12 years under the leadership of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Electrification at record levels, the expansion of the dedicated Freight Corridor, the realization of the dream of connecting Kashmir to Kanyakumari, the launch of world-class Vande Bharat trains, and modernization of stations under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme are hallmarks of this new era. It must be noted by the officer trainees that Indian Railways is no longer just a passenger transport system but the driving force of economic development, logistics efficiency, and national unity, he said. The Lieutenant Governor urged the officer trainees to embrace their responsibilities as tough administrators and also as nation-builders. He also stressed the importance of efficiency in freight and passenger transportation. Every minute saved reduces logistics costs, strengthens industry competitiveness, and enhances Indias global standing. Officers of IRMS, IRPFS, and Accounts must balance administrative discipline with human sensitivity, ensuring safety, financial prudence, and public service, he said. The Lieutenant Governor outlined three guiding principles for the trainees including continuous innovation through digital technology, artificial intelligence, and data-driven systems, citizen-first service with respect, accessibility, and sensitivity for all passengers and freight customers and integrity and transparency as custodians of unprecedented national investments in Indian Railways. India is moving forward with confidence towards becoming a developed nation by 2047. Your decisions, strategies, and leadership will directly shape the future of millions of Indians. I hope you will remain dedicated to the selfless service of Mother India, lighting the path to a bright and prosperous future, the Lieutenant Governor said. Rahul, Course Director and Professor (Traffic Planning & Costing), officials and faculty members of Indian Railways Institute of Transport Management were also present.

Greater Kashmir 4 Aug 2026 9:11 pm

Eyewitness in K.M. Basheer hit-and-run case involving Kerala IAS officer Sriram Venkitaraman turns hostile

Auto-rickshaw driver Shafeeq testifies before court that he did not know who was driving the car that hit Basheer and that he could not identify the accused

The Hindu 4 Aug 2026 9:01 pm

Kerala government removes performance-linked conditions for ASHAs to receive full honorarium

Removal of performance-linked criteria attached to the payment of honorarium had been one of the long-standing demands of ASHAs

The Hindu 4 Aug 2026 8:56 pm

Holiday in Keralas Pathanamthitta district

The Hindu 4 Aug 2026 8:43 pm

Kerala govt. appoints Anjana M. as special secretary of Disaster Management department

She will hold the full additional charge of the post in addition to the existing charges

The Hindu 4 Aug 2026 8:34 pm

Silt fills almost half the storage in Keralas Malankara dam causing capacity crisis

As per a 2021 study, silt occupies 48.95% of the reservoirs total storage capacity, leading to a serious crisis in managing water storage and prevent flooding in the Thodupuzha and Muvattupuzha rivers

The Hindu 4 Aug 2026 8:14 pm

Heavy rains lash Kerala: 25 dead, 4 missing, 10 injured; 'red alert' in 8 districts

Kerala faces severe flooding after heavy rains since August 1. Twenty-five lives have been lost and thousands displaced to relief camps. Hundreds of homes suffered damage, with 52 completely destroyed by the deluge. Excess rainfall of 181 percent has triggered red alerts in eight districts. Authorities are providing aid and monitoring river levels closely.

The Economic Times 4 Aug 2026 7:50 pm

Kerala to set up an independent AYUSH University

Four-member committee constituted to prepare draft legislation for proposed university, which aims to bring all AYUSH educational institutions under a single umbrella

The Hindu 4 Aug 2026 7:36 pm

Kerala CM Satheesan Visits Flood-Hit Areas, Announces Resilience Plan

Satheesan said the proposed disaster management and resilience system, which he said would be the most effective in the country, would be taken up after examining all aspects, including landslides and landslips inside forests

Deccan Chronicle 4 Aug 2026 6:28 pm

Kerala To Set Up Standalone AYUSH University; Panel To Draft Bill

He described the initiative as a historic step towards creating an exclusive academic ecosystem for the AYUSH sector in the state, according to a statement

Deccan Chronicle 4 Aug 2026 5:42 pm

Kerala man wins over Rs 1 lakh from Air India after 9-year legal battle over missed Saudi flight

A consumer commission ruled against Air India, requiring the airline to compensate a passenger who missed his international flight after a domestic delay in 2017. The incident resulted in financial loss and considerable emotional distress for the passenger. Despite Air India's defense of no service deficiency, the commission deemed the airline accountable, ordering a compensation of Rs 1.36 lakh.

The Economic Times 4 Aug 2026 5:20 pm

Kochi Corporation writes to Kerala govt seeking approval for changes in city master plan

Master plan special committees move follows petitions from the public

The Hindu 4 Aug 2026 4:55 pm

Kerala High Court grants bail to four more accused of attacking ED officials

Court had allowed the petitions noting that the accused had spent more than 60 days in custody and that the investigation had reached its final stage

The Hindu 4 Aug 2026 4:49 pm

Feudal Arrogance: Former Minister Slams Kerala CMs Private Chopper Ride

The senior CPI(M) leader claimed that queries by reporters on the two issues were mocked by the CM during his press conference on Monday

Deccan Chronicle 4 Aug 2026 4:29 pm

Heavy Rains Continue to Pour Over Kerala, Red Alert in 8 Districts

The IMD issued the red alert in Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Idukki, Ernakulam, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur and Kasaragod districts of the state

Deccan Chronicle 4 Aug 2026 4:14 pm

Kerala rains: Kozhikode police issue alert over landslides, flooding and dam releases

Patrolling and surveillance strengthened in low-lying areas, riverbanks, waterlogged roads, bridges, beaches, tourist spots, and areas prone to landslide; public urged to adhere strictly to safety guidelines

The Hindu 4 Aug 2026 3:53 pm

Sivankutty accuses UDF govt. in Kerala of scapegoating official to divert attention from Congress-BJP deal on councillor Sugathan

CPI(M) leader alleges that the rescue operation for the BJP councillor to secure leave and avoid disqualification was Congresss repayment of its debt for vote trading in the recent elections

The Hindu 4 Aug 2026 3:35 pm

Clear weather prevails in north Kerala, water-logging continues in Kozhikode

Red alert issued in Kozhikode, Kannur, Kasaragod, and Wayanad

The Hindu 4 Aug 2026 2:49 pm

Overseas Job Fraud: AP Tops Complaint List, Telangana Ranks 3rd

Kerala and Tamil Nadu stood in the second and third places, while Telangana recorded 339 complaints, placing it fourth among the states.

Deccan Chronicle 4 Aug 2026 2:29 pm

Kerala govt to set up pilot disaster resilience system in Pathanamthitta, says V.D. Satheesan

CM reviews flood relief operations in the district, says system to comprise a denser network of rain gauges and advanced early warning mechanism; confirms reports of a major landslide and several minor landslips inside forest areas

The Hindu 4 Aug 2026 2:27 pm

Kerala govts FYUGP review panel calls for Inter-University Board of Studies Committees, assessment review bodies in varsities

Recommendations are part of interim report of committee formed by Kerala State Higher Education Council to evaluate implementation of FYUGP inuniversities and colleges

The Hindu 4 Aug 2026 2:09 pm

Kerala unveils AI-led governance overhaul to streamline administration, speed up public services

in addition, Kerala is introducing a technology-enabled litigation management framework aimed at identifying legal provisions that generate repetitive government litigation and reducing avoidable court cases

The Hindu Businessline 4 Aug 2026 1:45 pm

Kerala rains: IMD issues red alert for eight districts on August 4

As per the revised rain alert, Pathanamthitta, Idukki, Kottayam, Ernakulam, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur and Kasaragod districts are on red alert

The Hindu 4 Aug 2026 1:41 pm

Kerala rains: Rainfall eases in Malappuram, Palakkad but authorities maintain alert

Though water levels in the Bharathapuzha, Kadalundipuzha, Chaliyar and Kunthipuzha rivers began to recede, authorities have urged people living in hilly areas and along riverbanks to remain vigilant

The Hindu 4 Aug 2026 1:23 pm

Kerala hit by monsoon landslides | Explained

Kerala receives around 3,000 mm of annual rainfall, often in uneven, high-intensity spells that are becoming more frequent and extreme, exacerbated by global warming and climate change

The Hindu 4 Aug 2026 12:53 pm

Sabarimala ghee row: Kerala HC orders Vigilance probe into alleged conspiracy in procurement from Milma

Division Bench reviews reports by Sabarimala Special Commissioner and Chief Vigilance and Security Officer of Travancore Devaswom in a suo motu proceeding initiated regarding alleged misappropriation of ghee supplied to Sabarimala

The Hindu 4 Aug 2026 12:36 pm

Kerala: KAS Officer Suspended Over Leave File for Detained BJP Councillor

The suspended Under Secretary of the Local Self Government Department, Dr Chithra P Arunima, is a Kerala Administrative Service (KAS) official

Deccan Chronicle 4 Aug 2026 12:15 pm

Virtual queue system for darshan begins at Guruvayur temple in Kerala

New online booking system begins on a trial basis, allowing 300 devotees every hour for a smoother pilgrimage experience

The Hindu 4 Aug 2026 12:01 pm

Weather tomorrow: IMD forecasts of heavy rain across several states; thunderstorms, lightning likely

Heavy rainfall is forecast across Uttar Pradesh, Kerala, Himachal Pradesh, and the Northeast. Arunachal Pradesh and Meghalaya anticipate extremely heavy showers, potentially impacting Assam's border districts. Widespread rain and thundershowers will continue in Uttar Pradesh through August sixth. Himachal Pradesh expects rainfall until August seventh, with caution advised for travelers. Kerala will experience heavy rainfall and thunderstorms until August eighth.

The Times of India 4 Aug 2026 11:58 am

Heavy rain lashes north Kerala; Bayar in Kasaragod records highest rainfall

Water levels in Muvattupuzha and Thodupuzha rivers continued to remain above warning range on Tuesday morning, though the levels were receding

The Hindu 4 Aug 2026 11:40 am

Kerala Flood Death Toll Rises to 21 Amid Heavy Rainfall Alerts

Thiruvananthapuram, August 4: The death toll in Kerala due to relentless rainfall has reached 21, with six individuals still missing. The situation across the state has become critical due to severe flooding. Floods, landslides, and overflowing rivers have displaced thousands, damaging homes and roads. Authorities have been compelled to intensify rescue and relief efforts in ... Read more Kerala Flood Death Toll Rises to 21 Amid Heavy Rainfall Alerts

Morningstar 4 Aug 2026 11:20 am

Heavy Rain Lashes North Kerala; Bayar Records Highest Rainfall of 121.5 mm

Muliyar, also in Kasaragod, received 81 mm, while Kannur Airport recorded 74 mm. Urumi in Kozhikode received 65 mm

Deccan Chronicle 4 Aug 2026 10:49 am

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

The dilemma over PM SHRI in Kerala

The UDF is caught between the need for central funds and maintaining its integrity

The Hindu 4 Aug 2026 1:17 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

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

Kerala Government Completes Long-Pending Ration Card Distribution Ahead of Onam

Thiruvananthapuram, August 3: The Kerala government announced a significant achievement on Monday as part of its 100-day action program. The administration successfully distributed 73,024 new Priority Ration Cards and 2,000 Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) cards within the stipulated timeframe. Food and Civil Supplies Minister Anoop Jacob inaugurated the state-level program for distributing the new cards. ... Read more Kerala Government Completes Long-Pending Ration Card Distribution Ahead of Onam

Morningstar 3 Aug 2026 9:45 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

Kerala floods 2026: death toll climbs to 18 even as rain intensity abates

CM Satheesan says the situation in most districts is now under control following a decline in rainfall. Eighteen people lost their lives in rain-related incidents, while three others remain missing, according to official figures.

The Hindu 3 Aug 2026 8:47 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

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

Four relief camps remain open in Kasaragod

The Hindu 3 Aug 2026 8:02 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

Kerala High Court allows two crew members of capsized MSC Elsa 3 to return home

The Chief Officer and Second Engineer of the ship had been detained in Kochi for more than a year after the ship capsize

The Hindu 3 Aug 2026 6:34 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