Varayattumudy in Keralas Idukki emerging a thriving habitat of Nilgiri tahrs
The Nilgiri tahr population on the hills has risen significantly, with nearly 150 tahrs recently sighted, up from around 50 in 2022. Forest dept. completes eco-restoration project across 22.5 hectares, ensuring better food availability for the animals
S.Sreejith emerges front-runner for Kerala DGP post after M.R. Ajith Kumars suspension
Sreejith, a 1996-batch IPS officer, is the next senior-most officer in the line of succession after Kumar, who is under suspension and Suresh Raj Purohit, who is on Central deputation
The viral Chuvarbot 2.0 secures productisation grant from Kerala Startup Mission
The graffiti painting start-up, which garnered social media attention during the 2026 Kerala Assembly elections, has secured a grant of 12 lakhs from the Kerala Startup Mission. The product, currently in its prototype stage, is set to launch by the end of 2026
NGT not satisfied with LSGDs report on pollution impacting coastline of Fort Kochi in Kerala
Southern Bench of tribunal says action taken report submitted by the department on July 16 is not complete as it does not specifically state the action plan for each of the authorities; it also does not provide details of action taken and measures that are under implementation
West Bengal Man Taken Into Custody in Kerala After Receiving Call From Pakistan
An officer at the Beypore police station said that during police questioning and an examination of his mobile phone, only one call from a Pakistan-based number was found, and no other suspicious material came to light
Humans often travel to reconnect with places and past memories. Familiar destinations reduce cognitive load and mental effort for travelers. These places become extensions of personal identity and evoke strong emotions. Nostalgia significantly increases travelers' intentions to revisit cherished destinations. Repeat visits offer emotional restoration and psychological comfort to many.
The case pertains to events on February 19, 2003, when armed police and forest officials moved into the Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary to evict hundreds of landless indigenous families
Zee Music Company expands South India footprint with multilingual music rights acquisitions
Zee Music Company has acquired music rights for upcoming films across South India. This expansion includes Malayalam, Telugu, Tamil, and Kannada language productions. The company also secured rights for the hip-hop reality show Kerala Underground. Acquired music rights are scheduled for release this year and in 2027. This move strengthens their multilingual catalogue and pan-India growth.
Protesters complain police have failed to track a motorcycle rider who attacked a tanker lorry and its crew at Thondayad on July 29
Where do Indian States stand on menstrual leave policies? | Explained
As the Kerala and Madras High Courts examine demands for menstrual leave, only five States have adopted menstrual leave policies, while India has no national law on the issue
Kerala HC stays Additional Chief Secretarys order restructuring police associations
Justice Bechu Kurian Thomas admits petition by Kerala Police Association which contended that the order violated KPAs fundamental right to form associations under the Constitution
Showing a video clip of Satheesan soliciting funds from delegates who attended a conference sponsored by Manappat Foundation, M.V. Govindan says Foreign Contribution Regulation Act prohibits government servants, judicial officers, political parties, MLAs, MPs and those who hold public office from soliciting foreign funds
Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan Cleared of 2018 Flood Fund Controversy
Thiruvananthapuram, July 30: The Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau (VACB) has officially closed an eight-year-old investigation against Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan. This case was linked to allegations of fundraising in the UK for rebuilding homes after the devastating floods in Kerala in 2018. State Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala announced the decision on Thursday, stating that ... Read more Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan Cleared of 2018 Flood Fund Controversy
Kerala rains: IMD sounds orange alert for five districts on July 30
Police say the action is aimed at depriving the accused of assets allegedly amassed through illicit trafficking and disrupting financial incentives sustaining organised drug networks
Centre denies financial aid for Keralas Port City project citing lack of feasibility study, DPR
In a communication to Kerala government, Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal state the memorandum did not include a feasibility study, techno-economic report, or DPR for projects listed in proposal
An Instagram video sparked debate about MBBS doctor salaries in Kerala. The user claimed low pay and limited government vacancies exist. Concerns were raised about the growing number of medical colleges in the state. Students were advised to explore alternative healthcare careers. Social media users offered differing views on doctor distribution and pay.
Bison kills 68-year-old at Kulathupuzha in Kerala
Incident ignites fresh outrage among local residents who have long warned of escalating wild gaur menace in their backyards
Kerala HC seeks States response on actor Ansiba Hassans petition against Magistrates order
HC admits petition by Ansiba Hassan challenging order of Judicial First Class Magistrate Court, Ernakulam, which refused to register a case based on her complaint against a video allegedly containing sexually coloured and defamatory statements made against her
Kerala govt not keen to pursue NEET protest cases, exploring their withdrawal: Ramesh Chennithala
However, Home Minister indicates that if any of the cases involve offences of serious criminal nature, those may not be withdrawn
Spices Board mulls indoor saffron cultivation in Kerala
She proposed closer collaboration between the Agriculture Department and the Spices Board for implementing joint programmes
Keralas UDF govt clears CM V.D. Satheesan of corruption charges in Punarjani foreign fund case
Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala says previous LDF governments case against Satheesan was politically motivated
Officials say Kerala government is legally examining VACB report to Home department in 2025 which stated that the NGO violated Rule 19 of FCRA by allegedly failing to maintain records of foreign donations for Punarjani project and of utilisation of endowments from abroad
Heavy rainfall and thunderstorms are forecast across many parts of India on Friday. The India Meteorological Department has issued warnings for widespread showers and gusty winds. Northern, central, eastern, northeastern, western, and southern regions will experience active monsoon conditions. Isolated very heavy to extremely heavy showers are anticipated in several specific areas. Thunderstorms accompanied by lightning are also likely in numerous locations nationwide.
Mollywood hails Centres crackdown on movie piracy network
Centres against against websites and Telegram channels allegedly hosting or distributing copyright-infringing content has given a major push to anti-piracy campaign by Malayalam film industry
Remembering the Wayanad Tragedy: Two Years Later, Survivors Honor Their Lost Loved Ones
Wayanad, July 30: Two years have passed since the devastating natural disaster struck Wayanad, Kerala. The calamity obliterated the hillside villages of Chooralamala and Mundakkai. Even after two years, the shadow of grief looms over the survivors. On July 30, 2024, a landslide officially claimed the lives of 330 individuals, including 32 who were initially ... Read more Remembering the Wayanad Tragedy: Two Years Later, Survivors Honor Their Lost Loved Ones
Kerala CM Satheesan: Sangh, a Section of Media Owe Manmohan Singh an Apology
The Supreme Court on Wednesday closed a criminal case against Singh in a coal block allocation case while setting aside a summoning order passed against him
Kerala PSC exam scam: SIT suspects larger conspiracy behind irregularities
According to SITs findings, alleged malpractice was not an isolated lapse, but an orchestrated attempt to manipulate rank list
Kochi households face higher biomedical waste collection fee as Corporation set to trim subsidy
Under the new regime, the Corporations subsidy burden will fall from 28 per kg to just 8, while the user fee will rise from 12 per kg to 20 for non-subsidised households
T.G. Mohandas case: 27 AIYF activists booked for protest march to Hindutva ideologues house
AIYF activists charged with unlawful assembly and creating danger or obstruction in public way or line of navigation
Salary from private sector employment cannot be excluded in Creamy Layer assessment: Kerala HC
While one petitioners father was earning 1.12 crore annually, another ones father was employed in multinational bank in the UK
Kerala Civil Police Officer suspended over custodial assault leading to bus drivers death
Suspension order issued by District Police Chief (Kollam Rural) after a preliminary inquiry revealed severe lapses in protocol
Levin Paulose, a young student from Kerala, gained widespread attention for his innovative creations. He builds functional robots and devices using discarded household items and scrap materials. His creations include a water fetching device and an automatic curry stirrer. A humanoid robot built from cardboard has particularly impressed many viewers. The Chief Minister of Kerala also praised Paulose for his remarkable ingenuity.
Power engineers oppose 11 kV self-certification policy, cite public safety risks
The Jammu and Kashmir Electrical Engineering Graduates Association (JKEEGA) has sought the immediate withdrawal of S.O. 193 of 2026, contending that the governments decision to enhance the notified voltage limit for self-certification of electrical installations from 650 volts to 11 kV could compromise public safety, weaken statutory oversight, and undermine the role of the Electrical Inspection Wing. The association has also called for the notification to be kept in abeyance until a comprehensive technical, legal, and safety review is undertaken. In a detailed representation addressed to the Additional Chief Secretary, Power Development Department, JKEEGA stated that the recently issued notification, which implements provisions under the Central Electricity Authority (Measures Relating to Safety and Electric Supply) Regulations, 2023, appears to have been issued without a comprehensive technical impact assessment, structured stakeholder consultation, or any demonstrable evaluation of the safety implications associated with permitting self-certification of electrical installations up to 11 kV. The association said the issue was deliberated extensively during separate meetings of its Guidance Councils in Kashmir and Jammu, chaired by General Secretary Er. Pirzada Hidayatullah and President Er. Sachin Tickoo, respectively. Following detailed technical discussions, both councils unanimously adopted resolutions opposing S.O. 193 and resolved to seek its immediate withdrawal and a comprehensive review. Copies of the resolutions have also been submitted to the government for consideration. According to the representation, electrical installations operating at 11 kV constitute high-voltage systems that involve significantly greater risks to human life, public property, and the integrity and reliability of the electricity network. JKEEGA argued that such installations require rigorous and independent statutory scrutiny by the Electrical Inspection Wing to ensure compliance with prescribed safety standards. It cautioned that extending the scope of self-certification to 11 kV would substantially reduce independent statutory oversight and weaken the safeguards envisaged under the Electricity Act, 2003, and the CEA Safety Regulations, 2023. The engineering body further maintained that no material has been placed in the public domain to indicate that the enhancement of the notified voltage threshold from 650 volts to 11 kV was preceded by any comprehensive technical feasibility study, safety audit, risk assessment, or comparative analysis of regulatory practices followed by other states. It said a policy decision having far-reaching implications for public safety and regulatory governance should have been preceded by a transparent consultative process involving all stakeholders, including the Electrical Inspection Wing, Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL), Jammu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (JPDCL), Jammu and Kashmir Power Transmission Corporation Limited (JKPTCL), engineering associations, technical experts, and consumer representatives. JKEEGA also expressed concern over the practical implications of the notification, observing that certification of high-voltage installations under the revised framework would largely depend upon Chartered Engineers possessing the prescribed qualifications and experience. Given the limited availability of such professionals in the Union Territory, the association apprehended that statutory certification may become concentrated in the hands of only a few individuals, leading to avoidable administrative, technical, and ethical concerns while simultaneously diminishing the institutional role of the Electrical Inspection Wing. While acknowledging that improving the ease of doing business is a legitimate policy objective, the association asserted that it cannot override the paramount considerations of public safety, statutory oversight, and regulatory accountability, particularly in matters involving high-voltage electrical infrastructure. The representation also highlighted a comparative review of the regulatory framework adopted by several states, including Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Haryana, Uttarakhand, Gujarat, West Bengal, Bihar, and Chhattisgarh. According to JKEEGA, these states have exercised caution while implementing the discretion available under the CEA Regulations and have retained comparatively lower notified voltage thresholds to ensure continued independent statutory oversight over high-tension electrical installations. The association further pointed out that neighbouring Himachal Pradesh, which has topographical and climatic conditions similar to Jammu and Kashmir, has retained the notified voltage threshold at 440 volts, demonstrating that the CEA Regulations do not prescribe a uniform national threshold of 11 kV. In its representation, JKEEGA urged the government to immediately withdraw S.O. 193 of 2026, suspend its implementation pending a comprehensive technical, legal, and safety review, and constitute a high-level committee comprising representatives from the Power Development Department, Electrical Inspection Wing, KPDCL, JPDCL, JKPTCL, JKEEGA, technical experts, and other stakeholders to examine the implications of the notification. It also sought a comparative assessment of the regulatory frameworks followed in other states before introducing any policy that substantially expands the scope of self-certification. Furthermore, the association requested that any future policy concerning electrical safety and statutory inspection be formulated only after meaningful consultation with all stakeholders and due consideration of technical, legal, and public safety aspects. Reiterating its support for reforms in the power sector, JKEEGA stated that it remains firmly committed to constructive and progressive changes. However, it maintained that such reforms must be founded on sound technical principles, stakeholder participation, statutory compliance, and the paramount consideration of public safety. The association appealed to the government to initiate a transparent, inclusive, and technically informed consultative process to evolve a balanced and consensus-based policy. The association expressed hope that the concerns raised by the engineering fraternity would receive due consideration. However, it warned that if the notification continues in its present form without meaningful stakeholder consultation, JKEEGA would be constrained to register its protest through all lawful, peaceful, and democratic means available under law in order to safeguard public safety, preserve the statutory role of the Electrical Inspection Wing, and protect the legitimate interests of the engineering fraternity. Copies of the representation have also been forwarded to the Advisor to the Chief Minister and the Chief Secretary of the Union Territory.
Shreeshankar Wins Silver Medal in Mens Long Jump at CWG 2026
Glasgow, July 30: Indian athlete Murali Shreeshankar clinched a silver medal in the mens long jump final at the Commonwealth Games 2026, held late Wednesday night (Indian time). He achieved his best jump of 8.09 meters during the event. Hailing from Palakkad in Kerala, Shreeshankar made his best jump in the second round, starting with ... Read more Shreeshankar Wins Silver Medal in Mens Long Jump at CWG 2026
Murali Shreeshankar Secures Silver Medal in Mens Long Jump at CWG 2026
Glasgow, July 30: Murali Shreeshankar from India clinched a silver medal in the mens long jump final at the Commonwealth Games 2026, achieving a personal best jump of 8.09 meters late Wednesday night (Indian time). The athlete from Palakkad, Kerala, made his best leap in the second round. He started with a jump of 8.03 ... Read more Murali Shreeshankar Secures Silver Medal in Mens Long Jump at CWG 2026
Kerala Tourism to push for driver facilities in star-rating norms for hotels and resorts
Move follows a protest by drivers demanding properly maintained washrooms at luxury hotels
Bangladeshi national arrested in Kozhikode over illegal stay
AKPCTA seeks govt. intervention to end administrative crisis at technical varsity
Association demands that a Syndicate meeting be convened without further delay to approve pending appointments and promotions
City police incinerate 587 kg of suspected ganja, other seized contraband
The suspected narcotic substances were seized over the past one year as part of the ongoing anti-drug crackdown
Reports of CPI(M) forming temple committee baseless, saysJayarajan
CPI(M) leader says reports that appeared in media are part of a deliberate misinformation campaign against the party
Indian Psychiatric Society urges mental health policy revamp
A delegation of psychiatrists met Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan at Thiruvananthapuram and submitted a memorandum seeking reforms in mental healthcare delivery, infrastructure and governance
Expert committee to inspect autonomous colleges in Calicut varsity
Syndicate standing committee on exams to conduct inquiry into 93 students graduating after getting moderation marks in an unauthorised manner
Kerala Headload Workers Act will be modernised, says Bindhu
Dhanlaxmi Bank records 24.91 crore net profit in Q1 of FY 2026-27
Total business reached 35,190 crore as on June 30, 2026, from 29,051 crore as on June 30, 2025, recording 21.13 % growth.
CPI(M) Ernakulam district secretary accuses State govt., MP of inaction over FACT crisis
Hibi Eden rejects the allegations, saying he had raised FACT-related issues in Parliament and sought action on a nano urea plant
Kerala Police Association moves High Court against Home dept.s order restructuring police forums
ACS (Home) ordered restructuring of KPA including all ranks from CPOs to grade SIs, and revamp of KPSOA by including ranks from SI to SP (non-IPS). The move renders another association, KPOA, redundant. KPA contends that each forum has its own objectives and questions the ACS authority to pass such an order
Kerala, AIIB discuss long-term partnership for sustainable infrastructure investment
AIIB evinces interest in Mission Samudra, a blue economy initiative integrating fisheries, ports, inland waterways, maritime logistics, coastal development, tourism and skill development
Attack on ED officials: Kerala HC seeks State govt.s response in bail plea of accused
BrahMos expansion in Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala Cabinet sanctions 90 acres more to DRDO
BrahMos Aerospace Thiruvananthapuram Ltds new facility is expected to emerge as a major link in the development of strategic industries in the aerospace and defence sector in and around Thiruvananthapuram
Youth killed as car crashes into electric pole in Keralas Kannur
Thrissurs waste-to-wealth dream nears reality with 30-tonne biogas plant
Compressed biogas facility, expected to be commissioned by November 1, aims to tackle the citys organic waste, generate green fuel and move Thrissur towards a zero-waste future
Perambra drug trafficking case: DIG reviews progress of probe
Police suspect the involvement of more persons in the drug deals and say the source of the drugs and money will be exposed in the forthcoming phase of the investigation
Kerala health university to launch four major projects on Friday
Keralas first MSc Medical Bioinformatics programme, a medicinal plant garden on varsity campus, YouTube channel for public awareness, and an e-learning studio are the initiatives
Holiday for educational institutions in Keralas Wayanad
Woman admits to abandoning newborn found dead in Keralas Nilambur
The body of the full-term baby boy was discovered on July 28, 2026, morning by a hospital worker while cleaning the toilet
Monsoon intensifies, orange alert for three districts in Kerala on July 30, 2026
The IMD issues heavy rainfall warnings for the next four days in Kerala, including an orange alert for Kannur, Kasaragod, Kottayam, Pathanamthitta and Idukki on Friday and a yellow alert for the remaining parts of the State
Probe into newborn trafficking racket uncovers earlier infant sale
Anti-trafficking day to be observed today
Human skull found at Manjeri in Malappuram
Workers discovered the skull while clearing vegetation on a private property; forensic examination is expected to determine its nature and how long it had been there
Legal education will be modernised: Kerala Chief Minister
Project Zero anti-corruption drive launched
Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala said that the project is aimed at catching not just bribe takers, but those giving bribes too
Kerala State Road Transport Corporations courier and logistics service suspended
Service suspended following complaints of poor service
41.8 lakh worth of heroin seized at Aluva Railway Station; two held
The seizure was made as part of Operation Narcos, a nationwide anti-drug drive
UDF govt. hounding students who protested against Centre, says Pinarayi
Leader of the Opposition in the Kerala Assembly says cases have been slapped even on artists and cultural activists who participated in the peaceful solidarity programmes
Centres stand on ESA draft unacceptable to Kerala government, says MP
Guruvayur Devaswom should consider renaming Kodathi Vilakku': Kerala High Court
The court ruled that while the event itself does not violate constitutional principles, its name could imply an inappropriate association with the judiciary.
Centre will consider widening ChinnakadaEdamon NH if Kerala provides land: MP
Competing airport pitches in Kerala revive battle over Sabarimala project
Spate of violent assaults raises public safety concerns in Kochi
At least one incident involving attacks by groups with criminal records has been reported almost every month since March; police say most recent cases followed sudden provocations and were often linked to intoxication; back-to-back road rage assaults near Kakkanad are among a series of violent incidents reported across the city in recent months
Govt. sorting out urban-rural mismatch in fund allocation: Satheesan
Chief Minister says State government has contacted the Centre to point out a flaw in the 16th Finance Commissions definition of rural and urban areas in Kerala which has led to this issue
Satheesan says his government looks forward to strengthening its partnership with the AIIB for implementing high-impact infrastructure projects
Tharangam to revive reading habit among youth in Keralas Kollam district
Kozhikode set to host 12th edition of Malabar River Festival
International athletes and top Indian paddlers from several States will compete in the four-day event, which will feature over 100 participants
Man sentenced to 40 years of rigorous imprisonment for sexual assault
Overcrowding on Kuttiyadi ghat buses raises safety concerns
Overloaded KSRTC bus carrying more than 100 passengers narrowly avoids accident after brake failure on Kuttiyadi ghat; limited private bus services and inadequate KSRTC schedules blamed for recurring overcrowding on the route; passengers and KSRTC staff call for additional services to ease crowding and improve safety on the hill stretch
KHRC Directs Use of Snehalayam Instead of Vriddhasadan
'Vriddhasadan' (old-age home) will be called 'Snehalayam' (house of love) in Kerala from now on
8,329 students get Plus One school/combination transfer allotment in Malappuram
Across the State, 31,496 students of the 50,568 students whose online applications for school/combination transfer were confirmed received allotment
CPI(M)s S.B. Raju elected Palakkad district panchayat president
S.B. Raju succeeds T.M. Shashi, who vacated the post after being elected as an MLA from Alathur.
Centre issues 7th draft to notify Western Ghats eco-sensitive zone
The Centre has issued its seventh draft notification for the Western Ghats ecologically sensitive area. This proposal designates approximately 56,825 sq km as a sensitive zone across six states. Southern states, particularly Kerala, have raised objections to the proposed prohibitions. The draft includes phased notification to expedite the designation process. Agricultural practices and plantations will remain unaffected by the new provisions.
Kerala Government Prioritizes Ease of Doing Business with New Reforms
Thiruvananthapuram, July 29: The Kerala government has taken significant steps to reduce administrative delays that burden the state treasury and protect consumers from sudden price hikes during festivals. The Kerala Cabinet announced a five-point administrative reform package and various market intervention measures ahead of Onam. After the Cabinet meeting, Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan stated that ... Read more Kerala Government Prioritizes Ease of Doing Business with New Reforms
Labour Codes: Kerala govt. to finalise decision in consultation with trade unions
CM Satheesan said the decision is meant to address the uncertainty created by the replacement of the earlier laws and the non-implementation of the new law passed by the Parliament
In 2021, Organ Transplant Supply in India Met 0.2% of Heart Need: Study
Five states -- Tamil Nadu, Delhi NCR, Kerala, Maharashtra, and Telangana -- represented about 29 per cent of the country's population, yet accounted for about 80-96 per cent of transplants in 2024
Farmer denied Central govt subsidy: A Kerala consumer commission has ordered Federal Bank to pay Rs 1.76 lakh to a dairy farmer from Kannur after ruling that the bank's failure to properly file his NABARD subsidy claim on time cost him a benefit he was fully entitled to. The court held the bank's procedural lapses amounted to deficiency in service.
A tale of hits and misses: How Mollywood fared in first half of 2026
According to estimates by Kerala Film Chamber of Commerce, of around 80 films that reached the screens between January and second week of July, only about 10-12% made a mark at the box-office
CPI(M) Workers Seek Bail in Kerala High Court After ED Attack Allegations
Kochi, July 29: Seven CPI(M) workers accused of attacking Enforcement Directorate (ED) officials in May have approached the Kerala High Court for bail. They have been imprisoned for over two months due to the denial of their bail applications. This case has sparked a high-profile legal battle, as the ED opposes their release. The bail ... Read more CPI(M) Workers Seek Bail in Kerala High Court After ED Attack Allegations
The CMs comments on Wednesday came in the wake of the [CPI(M)] State Secretariat on Tuesday flagging growing resentment against the IUML from within the minority community for endorsing the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025
Paid Menstrual Leave for KSRTC Women Conductors: Kerala HC Sets 3-Month Deadline
The petition, filed by women conductors, seeks two days of paid menstrual leave every month
