Kerala HC directs State to operationalise promised NDPS Courts on time
The court was informed by the District Judiciary that there were a total of 8,422 NDPS cases pending in the State
Entries invited for 31st International Film Festival of Kerala
Deadline 10 September
How the Meenachil river tells stories of oppression and resilience
Abheesh Sasidharans raw, experimental performance, Meenachil R, inspires multiple ways of viewing history and current realities
DGMA seeks Navys help to survey MSC Elsa 3 wreck site
Request follows Kerala High Court directive to examine deployment of Navy for independent assessment of seabed damage; Navy asked to assess feasibility of examining wreck, submerged containers and potential risks from hazardous cargo; DGMA seeks early response on feasibility, methodology and timeline ahead of High Court hearing on August 11
Technical snags in Vahan, Sarathi portals hit Kerala MVD
Frequent downtime disrupts vehicle registration, driving licence and e-challan services, officials say; MVD urges Centre and NIC to improve portals, audit websites and address unresolved software issues; officials attribute recurring problems to system overload, poor connectivity and obsolete ICT devices
KGSMA seek BIS probe into counterfeit hallmarked gold jewellery in Kerala
Seeks legal proceedings against all individuals and organisations involved in the illegal activities
FYUGP review panel submits interim report, recommends uniform academic framework across universities
Panel recommends the formation of an Inter-University Board of Studies Committee to ensure uniformity in curricula, internship mechanism, examination methods and evaluation standards in universities
Kerala Police set for top-level reshuffle as DGP Nitin Agrawal retires
Kerala High Court orders panchayat to compensate stray dog attack victim
The Kerala High Court has ordered the Eruvessy grama panchayat to compensate 10,000 to a victim of a stray dog attack dating back to 2007, citing the local bodys failure to fulfill its legal responsibilities.
KSU workers held after scuffle during march to PSC office in Keralas Kasaragod
Agitation follows a Crime Branch investigation report alleging a conspiracy by PSC officials to derail recruitment to the post of Chief (Industry and Infrastructure) in the State Planning Board
Kerala government to promote crop patterns, expedite surveys to curb human-wildlife conflict
Decisions taken at a joint meeting of Ministers from various departments chaired byForest Minister Shibu Baby John on Friday to improve inter-departmental coordination and expediteprocedures related to human-wildlife conflict
Kerala HC stays police association reorganisation order on petition by KPOA as well
Earlier, the court had stayed the order, reorganising police associations in the State, on a petition filed by the KPA too
Two-year-old saved from lethal paraquat poisoning at SAT Hospital in Keralas Thiruvananthapuram
Paraquat poisoning is regarded as one of the most lethal forms of pesticide poisoning that doctors may encounter in clinical practice as it can cause complications and death within hours of its ingestion
Gaur attack: Minister Shibu Baby John visits bereaved family in Kulathupuzha
Basheer, a headload worker, tragically lost his life in a wild gaur attack in Kulathupuzha on Thursday
Kerala High Court vacates KATs stay on transfer of Government Medical College Principals
The letter was sent to Sugathan in response to his request for an escort parole to take part in the council meeting in Thiruvananthapuram. Though the request was rejected, the letter further goes on to detail ways in which he can avoid disqualification
Storage increases by 2 per cent in Idukki reservoir
According to data from the Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) Dam Safety Wing, the water level in the dam reached 2,330.90 feet (31% capacity) on Friday, compared to 2,375.98 feet (70% capacity) on the same day last year.
Orange alert for 9 Kerala districts on August 1
A Yellow alert has been issued for remaining five districts, Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha and Kottayam, where isolated heavy rainfall is likely.
The protest demanding revision of wages, which began in March, has now crossed around 120 days, with the nurses accusing the hospital management of failing to address their demands despite repeated rounds of discussions
Kozhikode Corporation to provide temporary facility for beach fire station
The Corporations intervention comes amid concerns that relocating the beach fire station to Meenchanda would delay the response to fire emergencies in key commercial areas where the risk of fire accidents is relatively high
Navy chief visits Southern Naval Command in Kochi
34% monsoon deficit, bleak August outlook set alarm bells ringing in Kerala
By the end of July, Kerala received just 853.8 mm of rain, well below the normal 1,301.7 mm. This raises concerns of a potential drought, particularly if the monsoon remains weak in August and September. An impending El Nio threaten to further diminish rainfall prospects.
Officials cite poor access and lack of open space as major hurdles in tackling fires in older high-rise buildings; Fire and Rescue Services say process to procure aerial ladder platform is under way amid renewed demand
Koodathayi serial murder case: investigating officer appears before special court
With the deposition of investigating officer R. Haridas, the trial in the Roy Thomas murder case, the first among the six Koodathayi serial murder cases to reach this stage, is approaching its final phase. Once the evidence is closed, the court is expected to pronounce its judgment in the coming weeks.
Effective utilisation of CSR funds to boost infra in govt. hospitals: Kerala Health Minister
Muraleedharan launches MSc in Medical Bioinformatics, medicinal plant garden, public health YouTube channel and e-learning studio at Kerala University of Health Sciences; he calls for evidence-based health care and stronger government medical infrastructure
Unmadham movie review: Shahi Kabirs promising meta-narrative loses steam while juggling genres
Despite an impressive performance from Kunchacko Boban, Unmadham, directed by Kiran Das and written by Shahi Kabir, is a convenient police procedural with few genre highs
Differences in Keralas ruling front over PM SHRI out in the open
A day after UDF convener Adoor Prakash mentioned the governments decision to go ahead with the scheme, P.K. Kunhalikutty of the Indian Union Muslim League says no discussions were held in the UDF on the issue; Adoor Prakash too backtracks on his statement, says decision depends on subcommittees report
The Centre had informed the State that the memorandum submitted to it lacked feasibility study, techno-economic report or DPR in respect of specified projects, and therefore it is not possible to give specific commitment for financial support or timelines at this stage
1,000 hike in Onam festival allowance of lottery agents, sellers
IMD Issues Orange Alert in 11 Kerala Districts, Forecasts Heavy Rain
For August 1, an orange alert has been issued for Idukki, Ernakulam, Thrissur, Palakkad, Malappuram, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur and Kasaragod districts
No fuel surcharge on Kerala electricity bills in August
KSEB collects fuel surcharge from electricity consumers under an automatic cost-recovery mechanism.
Kerala govt. nominates MLAs to KTU Syndicate, BoG
KIIFB restructuring committee to meet on August 3
CPIM Seeks Probe into Black Money Allegations on BJP Kerala Poll Funds
It is alleged that such financial frauds, carried out by deceiving the public and even keeping party workers in the dark, were an affront to the democratic system
Kerala withdraws cases against NEET protestors
Thiruvananthapuram: The Kerala government has decided to withdraw all cases registered in connection with protests held across the state in support of the NEET agitation in Delhi, Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala said here on Friday, July 31. Speaking to reporters here, Chennithala said the decision was taken following requests received from Leader of the Opposition Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Kerala Govt To Upgrade Maveli Stores, Launch 24x7 Convenience Outlets
The first such outlet, included in the government's 100-day action programme, will begin operations at the Vyttila Hub in Ernakulam in September
Crime Branch likely to expand special investigation team as Kerala PSC exam scam probe widens
The investigators are also preparing to seek certified copies of examination records from the PSC. The expansion of the SIT comes as investigators intensify efforts to verify allegations that could extend beyond the controversial Kerala State Planning Board recruitmentexamination, the case in which the Crime Branch has already registered a First Information Report
Kerala govt will withdraw cases against NEET protestors: Home Minister
Kerala government will withdraw all cases registered during NEET protests. This decision follows requests from Rahul Gandhi and Chief Minister V D Satheesan. Youth organisations and political parties had organized demonstrations across the state. These protests expressed solidarity with the NEET examination agitation. The Home Minister directed the DGP not to proceed with these cases.
In response to Sugathan's leave application, the UDF government issued a circular on July 20, 2026. Although the Home department rejected the application, it suggested that he can approach the Corporation council through the jail superintendent
After Narco Hunt, Chennithala's Project Zero Takes Aim at Systemic Corruption
College students enlisted as Vigilance Commandos as Kerala's Home Minister builds a citizen-led war on corruption
J&K anganwadi workers among lowest-paid in India, receive Rs 600 monthly UT top-up: Centre
Srinagar, Jul 31: Anganwadi workers in Jammu and Kashmir receive one of the lowest additional honorarium top-ups in the country, with the Union Territory providing just 600 per month to Anganwadi Workers (AWWs) and 300 to Anganwadi Helpers (AWHs), the Union Government informed Parliament on Friday. The information was shared by the Ministry of Women and Child Development in a written reply in the Lok Sabha, highlighting wide disparities in additional financial support extended by States and Union Territories to Anganwadi workers under the Mission Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0 scheme. According to the ministry, the Centre provides a monthly honorarium of 4,500 to Anganwadi Workers and 2,250 to Anganwadi Helpers under the cost-sharing arrangement with States and UTs. In addition, workers receive performance-linked incentives of 500 and 250, respectively. With the UT administration's additional top-up, an Anganwadi Worker in Jammu and Kashmir receives 5,600 per month, excluding the performance-linked incentive, while an Anganwadi Helper receives 2,550. The data shows that Jammu and Kashmir's 600 monthly top-up for AWWs is among the lowest in the country. Nagaland provides no additional top-up, while neighbouring Ladakh offers 1,300 to Anganwadi Workers and 650 to Helpers. In contrast, several States provide significantly higher incentives. Kerala pays an additional 8,300 to Anganwadi Workers and 6,800 to Helpers, Tamil Nadu provides 9,780 and 6,270 respectively, while Haryana offers 10,250 and 5,650. Goa tops the list, with additional payments ranging between 15,000 and 23,000 for Anganwadi Workers. The ministry informed Parliament that the central honorarium was last revised on October 1, 2018, when it was increased from 3,000 to 4,500 for Anganwadi Workers and from 1,500 to 2,250 for Helpers. States and UTs are free to provide additional incentives from their own resources. Responding to questions on improving service conditions, the ministry said no decision has been taken to further enhance the central honorarium or restore travel allowances. The Centre reiterated that Anganwadi Workers and Helpers are honorary workers drawn from local communities who provide child care, nutrition and early childhood development services under the Integrated Child Development Services framework. The ministry also highlighted welfare measures available to Anganwadi workers, including 20 days of annual leave, 180 days of paid maternity leave, healthcare coverage of up to 5 lakh under Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY, eligibility for the Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maandhan pension scheme, and insurance coverage under the Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana and Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana. It further said promotion avenues have been expanded, with 50 per cent of Anganwadi Worker posts to be filled through promotion from eligible Helpers and half of Supervisor posts reserved for experienced Anganwadi Workers.
23 Years After Muthanga Agitation, Kerala Court Acquits 56 in Cop Murder Case
Wayanad District and Sessions Judge Ayyoob Khan E acquitted all the surviving accused in the Vinod murder case, while holding second accused Asokan guilty
Leptospirosis mortality spirals up in Kerala
Kerala has reported 49 deaths30 confirmed to be due to leptospirosis and 19 suspected casesin the month of July, 2026 alone. There have been 1,381 confirmed and 922 probable cases of leptospirosis so far in 2026 with total deaths of 115, including 52 probable leptospirosis deaths
Muthanga verdict: Slain policemans family to appeal acquittal, calls judgment a setback in every way
What was the Punarjani flood rehabilitation scheme involving Kerala CM V.D. Satheesan? | Explained
What were the major objectives of the Punarjani project? How did it run into legal issues? What lies ahead?
Kerala plans round-the-clock Supplyco stores, expands Onam subsidy push
Kerala will upgrade Maveli Stores into Super Stores and launch 24x7 convenience outlets. Market intervention measures will intensify ahead of the Onam festival season. Subsidised rice allocation will increase, and trade fairs will be organised across the state. The government aims to ensure essential commodities are available at affordable prices. A new marketing strategy will improve Supplyco's financial sustainability and expand subsidy benefits.
Uber drivers launch fresh strike in Kochi
The union decided to launch a fresh strike alleging that the global platform did not honour its promise to hold talks with the drivers on July 30 to discuss their demands including pay revision.
SADGC will act as the fiduciary custodian of AgriStack data within Kerala, held in public trust for farmers and farming communities, says State Agriculture Department
Search on for trader accused of escaping with gold ornaments worth 1.39 crore in Kerala
The accused, identified as Safarnas, a resident of Parambil Bazaar, is alleged to have collected more than 118 sovereigns of gold ornaments from multiple jewellers on July 27.
Searches Conducted at Kerala Central Jails Under Anti-Drug Drive
The searches were conducted at Poojappura Central Jail in Thiruvananthapuram, Viyyur Central Jail in Thrissur, Tavanur Central Jail in Malappuram and Kannur Central Jail
Monsoon revives in Kerala; moderate rainfall across State
Orange alert issued for 11 districts amid weather disturbances affecting flights
Endangered tribal languages of North Kerala find new life in dictionaries
The project records the vocabulary, oral traditions and cultural identity of Mavila and Malaveduvan communities spread across the Kannur and Kasaragod districts
A 17-year-old fan, a rainy Mananchira night and a lifetime with Rafi Saab
As admirers across the world commemorate Rafis death anniversary on Friday (July 31, 2026), Radio Koya recalls the legendary singers Kozhikode concert in 1973.
Vismaya Mohanlal says criticism never affects her
Vismaya Mohanlal is stepping into the limelight with her debut in the film Thudakkam. Despite being under the eyes of the public as Mohanlal's daughter, she embraces the attention that accompanies her unique position. Having grown up outside Kerala, Vismaya doesn't let criticism from social media affect her, preferring to disengage from negative comments. When she's with her father, the public's gaze intensifies.
Weather forecast for July 31, 2026: Check IMD rain alerts for Delhi, Gujarat, Kerala and more
Heavy rainfall is expected across large parts of India on Friday. Active monsoon conditions will persist over north, central, east, and southern regions. Several states are likely to witness heavy to very heavy rainfall. Thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds have also been forecast. Intense monsoon activity will continue over many parts of the country.
Junior Mens National Hockey: Jammu & Kashmir and Arunachal Secure Victories on Day Three
Coimbatore, July 31: On the third day of the 16th Hockey India Junior Mens National Championship 2026, held at the Coimbatore Hockey Ground, Hockey Jammu & Kashmir and Hockey Arunachal achieved significant victories in Division B matches. On Thursday, Hockey Jammu & Kashmir dominated Kerala Hockey with an impressive score of 11-0 in the Division ... Read more Junior Mens National Hockey: Jammu & Kashmir and Arunachal Secure Victories on Day Three
Woman arrested with hasish oil in Keralas Kozhikode
She was taken into custody from the Kozhikode Medical College Hospital on July 30 following a tip-off from hospital staff and a few patient attendants in the maternity ward
Wayanad Prakruthi Samrakshana Samiti reiterates its opposition to the Wayanad twin tunnel project, alleging that it is driven by commercial interests
SC/ST commission receives maximum complaints from Thiruvananthapuram district, says panel chief
138 complaints disposed of at adalat in Thiruvananthapuram district on Wednesday and Thursday
Comprehensive womens policy on the cards in Kerala: Minister Bindhu Krishna
The policy aims at combating violence against women and enhancing support throughout their lives.
Pluto movie review: A sci-fi comedy that sticks to usual alien narratives
Sci-fi films are not something that happens often in the Malayalam film industry which has relatively smaller budgets, with the subgenre of sci-fi comedies appearing even less frequently. Even the rarity of the genre does not really work to the advantage of Pluto.
TDB decides to stop procurement of ghee from outside for Sabarimala temple
This decision comes amid rising scrutiny over alleged irregularities in the procurement of Milma ghee.
MVD launches crackdown on illegal bike taxis in Kochi
Officials pose as passengers to catch violators; 36 private bikes penalised in a recent inspection; transport registration mandatory for commercial operations
Kerala High Court seeks response of CBI and State govt. in plea against cashew import scam accused
Petition seeks to bar K.A. Ratheesh, former managing director of the Kerala State Cashew Development Corporation and one of the accused in the 600-crore cashew import scam, from holding key government posts
Kerala HC seeks response from Payyannur MLA in election petition alleging malpractice
The petition alleged that V. Kunhikrishnan had committed election malpractice by spreading false propaganda against his rival candidate
You Have to Become One With The Beast You Are Riding
Boman Irani, Co-Founder, Classic Legends, on why Kerala was chosen to kick off Yezdis 2026 range, the emotional connect between riders and their machines, the future of ICE engines and how rider communities continue to shape the brand.
CBI names six accused in chargesheet in Kerala Wadakkanchery Life Mission scam case
Santhosh Eappen, managing partner of Unitac Builders, has been arraigned as the first accused, his construction firm Sane Ventures the second accused, and the Life Mission project the third accused. Swapna Suresh named and sixth accused
Kerala Police Officers Association comprising ASIs, SIs and Inspectors challenges its dissolution
The move comes close on the heels of the Kerala Police Association (KPA) securing a stay from the High Court on the State government order restructuring police associations
Kerala HC sets aside report in favour of ADGP S.Sreejith
Court asks Vigilance Additional Chief Secretary to reconsider the complaint of Motor Vehicle department officer Dipin Edavana against the Additional Director General of Police
Protest held at NHAI office demanding flyover at Nileswaram in Keralas Kasaragod
Protesters allege that the proposed seven-metre-high embankment at Nileswaram Market Junction is unscientific and would divide the town besides creating severe traffic bottlenecks
Registration mandatory for drones weighing above 250 grams
All drones weighing more than 250 grams must be registered through the Digital Sky portal and obtain a unique identification number
Unscientific allotment of Plus One batches in north Kerala could create a crisis, says KSTA
Many government higher secondary schools facing a fall in student intake were overlooked while new Plus One batches were allotted to aided schools in their vicinity, alleges KSTA
Kerala government in a quandary over DGP appointment
The prospects of ADGP S. Sreejith for the post have suffered a setback after the Kerala High Court quashed a clean chit in connection with allegations that he had undertaken a foreign trip without obtaining prior government permission
INL questions Kerala Chief Minister over PM SHRI scheme after Centres clarification
INL State general secretary claims the Centres clarification contradicts the Chief Ministers repeated claim that the State was bound to proceed with the scheme as the previous LDF government had signed the MoU
UDF moving ahead with PM SHRI to please BJP, alleges CPI State secretary Binoy Viswam
He says the Centres reply in the Rajya Sabha makes it clear that the claims of the Chief Minister and Education Minister that the State had received money by signing the PM SHRI agreement are false
Uniform portal for migrant worker data to be launched in Kerala
SP warns youth against social media scams
Pier anglers in Keralas Thiruvananthapuram await restoration of Valiyathura Pier
Gilbert Raju, a 42-year-old orally challenged fisherman, is among the many awaiting government reconstruction of the heritage structure to continue using it to reel in fish
Cultural academies in Kerala must become more people-centric, says Minister Vishnunadh
Minister promises early appointment of governing bodies, revival of Koothambalam, uninterrupted ITFoK funding and stronger support for Keralas cultural institutions
Alleged mastermind in fake loan app scam brought to Kerala
State GST department holds tax raids on Keralas gold trade sector
Bamboo drive at Yakkara temple in Keralas Palakkad seeks to promote climate resilience
Palakkad municipal chairperson P. Smithesh inaugurated the event by planting a bamboo sapling
Tushar Gandhi urges Kerala to quash cases filed against student protesters
In a letter addressed to Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan and Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala, he says its disgraceful students are being prosecuted in Kerala, where a Congress-led government is in power.
Two get 15 years of rigorous imprisonment in 141-kg ganja haul case
Thrissur court convicts Aluva natives in 2021 Kodakara drug seizure; imposes 1 lakh fine
Orange alert for 11 districts in Kerala on July 31
SHRC orders strict enforcement of rules for protection of mangroves, wetlands in Kannur
SHRC directs the Collector and the Principal Chief Conservator of Forests to coordinate with departments to ensure effective protection of mangroves, wetlands and riverbank ecosystems in the district
KGMOA, IMA condemn attempted assault on doctor in Keralas Attingal
Medical officers forum alleges that Attingal municipal chairperson unnecessarily intervened in the functioning of the hospitals emergency department, obstructed the doctors official duties, and issued him death threats
Kerala High Court Criticizes Government Over Delay in Media Trial Investigation of Actor Dileep
Kochi, July 30: The Kerala High Court has sharply criticized the state government for its failure to expedite the investigation into the media trial involving actor Dileep Kumar, also known as Pulsar Suni, in connection with the infamous actress assault case from 2017. Justice Jobin Sebastian expressed strong displeasure, stating that despite repeated opportunities, the ... Read more Kerala High Court Criticizes Government Over Delay in Media Trial Investigation of Actor Dileep
Kerala High Court Questions Governments Appointment of Accused Bureaucrat
Kochi, July 30: The Kerala High Court has sharply criticized the state government for retaining a senior bureaucrat facing trial in an alleged 600 crore cashew development scam in key government positions. The court raised concerns about how an accused official in a major corruption case could be entrusted with significant responsibilities in important government ... Read more Kerala High Court Questions Governments Appointment of Accused Bureaucrat
