Keralam Minister calls for planned urban development, long-term vision in 15th Five-Year-Plan
O.J. Janeesh inaugurates Thrissur district-level consultation on 2027-32 Five-Year Plan; focus on drinking water, inclusive growth and coordinated development
Keralam seeks relaxation in Centres ration card verification deadline
State proposes shifting inactive priority cardholders to non-priority category instead of deleting cards
SSR of Electoral Rolls LDF Representatives Walk out of All-Party Meeting Convened by Keralam CEO
The CEO expressed his helplessness.
Meta Glasses Sting Row: DK Shivakumar Alleges Attempt To Record Him, Kerala CM VD Satheesan
DK Shivakumar says he ordered an inquiry into an industrialist after suspecting a sting attempt involving Meta smart glasses and political discussions.
Keralam govt. doubles compensation for crop damage in wild animal attacks
Parents Held Over Infant Daughter's Death
A couple in Kozhikode, Kerala, has been arrested in connection with the murder of their four-month-old daughter in 2025. The father allegedly assaulted the infant for crying, leading to her death, while the mother is accused of concealing the crime. The arrests followed a prolonged investigation after a post-mortem revealed internal injuries.
UDF Govt Undermining Public Services, Development in Keralam: CPI(M)
MV Govindan accused the UDF government of weakening public healthcare in Keralam and education, and pursuing policies aligned with the Centre's corporate and Hindutva agenda
Keralam to adopt calendar-based infectious disease prevention strategy
The epidemic calendar gives a clear idea of the seasonal trend of diseases, which will help plan disease prevention measures; it has been prepared by the experts in the high-power committee constituted by the Health department for surveillance and prevention of infectious diseases
BJP slams Kerala govt over RTI exemption for Vigilance Dept
Digital Desk | Thiruvananthapuram, Oct 23 (IANS) BJP national secretary K. Surendran on Friday accused the V.D. Satheesan government of attempting to shield political leaders and officials facing corruption allegations by exempting key sections (T Sections) of the Vigilance Department from the Right to Information (RTI) Act. Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala, however, defended the decision, saying the T sections had been exempted because Vigilance investigations were confidential in nature. Confidentiality was essential for the investigations and functioning of the department, he said. Chennithala said the previous government had brought the T sections under the RTI Act, although these sections did not, in fact, fall within its purview. Surendran described the latest notification exempting the T1 and T2 sections from the transparency law as undemocratic and an attempt to promote corruption. These sections handle confidential files relating to corruption cases against the Chief Minister, ministers, political leaders and senior officials. Questioning the timing of the decision, the BJP leader asked whether it was intended to undermine the Vigilance investigation against former Chief Minister and CPI(M) leader Pinarayi Vijayan, who is now the Leader of the Opposition. He also alleged that the government had reasons to protect certain ministers in the present UDF administration and secure relief for those facing scrutiny. Surendran expressed concern over the decision to give the Vigilance Director full authority to determine which files should be placed under the T sections. Such discretionary powers could be misused to keep cases that the political leadership wanted to conceal away from public scrutiny, he warned. The BJP leader said the move was not without precedent. In 2016, a similar attempt to exempt the T sections from the RTI Act had prompted the Kerala High Court to intervene and stay the government order, he said. Accusing the present government of repeating the earlier mistake, Surendran said both the UDF and the LDF had attempted to keep the Vigilance Department outside the transparency law. He said the Oommen Chandy-led UDF government had attempted such an exemption in 2016, while the Pinarayi Vijayan-led LDF government had made a similar move in 2025. According to Surendran, the two political fronts had repeatedly demonstrated that they were alike when it came to protecting those facing corruption allegations and keeping sensitive cases out of public view. The latest notification, he alleged, would weaken transparency in the handling of corruption complaints against those in positions of power.
Kerala Launches Monthly Disease Prevention Calendar to Boost Public Awareness
Kerala introduces a monthly calendar for disease prevention, enhancing public health awareness through door-to-door outreach by health workers. Kerala Launches Monthly Disease Prevention Calendar to Boost Public Awareness
Shashi Tharoor cites 'overthrow of Emergency' to counter BJP's 'regime change' allegations
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 23 (IANS) Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Friday hit back at the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) claims that the eal motive behind the anti-SIR protests is to force a egime change, recalling that the Opposition had united during the tenure of then-Prime Minister Indira Gandhi to defeat the government that had imposed the Emergency. At an interactive session at the NDTV World Summit, Tharoor said: (PM Narendra) Modi does keep talking about the Emergency and how the Emergency was overthrown. How was it overthrown? Through an Opposition, where the RSS and the BJP were merging with socialists and leftists. They all united in order to defeat the government that had declared the Emergency. That's recent Indian political history, just half a century ago. He was referring to the defeat of the Indira Gandhi-led Congress regime by a unified Janata Party. The former Union Minister also refuted the argument that violent protests like the one being staged in France could happen in India, saying: I think the line is very clearly drawn by our Constitution, by our laws. It is that peaceful protest is the democratic right of every Indian citizen; violence is not. What we've seen happening in France is not something that anybody in India's political space would condone. I don't, and I don't think my party in any way would welcome (violence), he asserted. Maintaining that the Congress believes in peaceful protests, Tharoor said that the system can be cleaned if the government and the Election Commission are willing to be accountable for alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. We (the Congress) believe in peaceful, organised, and disciplined protest. At the same time, we expect that if we can actually find the government, and the Election Commission as well, willing to be accountable for the deep irregularities (in) the SIR process in the last couple of years, then we believe there will once again be a clean system, he said. The electoral rules will be restored, no Indian citizen will be deprived of their constitutional right to cast their vote and determine their own political choices, and in a free and fair election there will not be 'regime change'; there will be government change. The Indian public has seen the inadequacies of the present government, but we want to bring that (change) about through free and fair elections. Previously, AISA National President Neha Bora had praised Bangladesh's Gen-Z movement, which she claimed served as inspiration for young people in India, while senior advocate Prashant Bhushan had said that the protests against the Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar have turned into a fight for regime change. On how the Congress could align with the Left, AISA being one of them, while fighting each other in Tharoor's home state Kerala and other places, Tharoor mentioned Neha Bora. These parties have their value, but Neha Bora wasn't campaigning against us. I like her; she's brought a lot of energy, colour, and life into the protest, the movement. It's about the Congress party being a moderate party and about acceptance. It's Opposition unity, the Congress leader said.
Kerala rolls out monthly disease prevention calendar; health workers to visit homes
Digital Desk | Thiruvananthapuram, Oct 23 (IANS) The Kerala government, led by Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan, has introduced a calendar-based approach to prevent communicable diseases, with health workers, including health inspectors, set to visit households across the state to spread awareness and promote preventive measures. Health Minister K. Muraleedharan on Friday released the calendar at the Secretariat here, marking the first time the Health Department has prepared such a document to help prevent disease outbreaks and deaths. The minister said the previous government led by Pinarayi Vijayan had issued an order restricting household visits by health workers to areas where disease outbreaks had been reported. The order would be revised to enable wider preventive outreach, he added. The initiative aims to move disease prevention beyond emergency responses after outbreaks occur. It seeks to prepare people in advance by providing information on diseases that are likely to be relevant during different months of the year. Experts from the high power committee constituted by the Health Department to strengthen communicable disease prevention prepared the calendar. It contains month-wise information on diseases relevant to Kerala, their symptoms, modes of transmission and the preventive measures individuals and communities should adopt. Muraleedharan said effective prevention and treatment required coordinated action by the Health Department, other government departments and the public. The calendar was part of the department's efforts to lead such a coordinated response. The department will make the calendar available to people across the state and publish it on its official website. The initiative comes against the recognition that although scientific knowledge helps identify patterns in the spread of different diseases, such information does not always reach the public. This gap can weaken community preparedness and undermine preventive efforts. The department has a major responsibility to prevent the spread of diseases and avoid deaths, the minister said. The high-power committee's chairman, S.S. Lal, said the calendar was intended to improve public awareness, strengthen disease prevention and encourage people to seek medical attention promptly when symptoms appeared. He said the document was based on currently available information and would be updated as new scientific evidence emerged. The household visits are expected to help health workers communicate preventive advice directly to residents, while the calendar will provide a common reference for public awareness activities throughout the year.
Kerala HC allows termination of 27-week pregnancy of 16-year-old rape survivor
Digital Desk | Kochi, Oct 23 (IANS) The Kerala High Court has permitted the termination of a 27 week pregnancy of a 16-year-old girl who was a victim of sexual assault, taking into account the psychological trauma and mental distress faced by the minor rape victim. The High Court issued the order on a petition filed by the girl's mother, who sought permission to terminate the pregnancy, stating that continuing it would cause further mental anguish to her daughter. The court accepted the stand taken by both the girl and her mother that they did not wish to continue the pregnancy. The decision comes at an advanced stage of pregnancy, when termination requires careful medical assessment and judicial consideration under the applicable legal framework. An expert medical Board constituted on the court's directions had examined the girl and submitted its report . The medical Board clearly recommended that the pregnancy could be terminated. After considering the medical report and the provisions of the Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP) Act, the court granted permission for the procedure. The High Court laid down specific safeguards to ensure that the termination is carried out with the necessary medical care and consent. The court also directed the state government to make all necessary medical arrangements without any delay, ensuring that the procedure can be undertaken with appropriate medical support. In a further direction, the court addressed the possibility of the baby being born alive during the procedure. It ordered the government to ensure that the newborn receives the necessary neonatal care and specialised medical treatment in such a situation. The case brings into focus the difficult legal and medical questions that arise when a minor who has survived sexual assault seeks termination of a pregnancy at an advanced stage. The directions also place responsibility on the state government to ensure that the procedure is not delayed and that medical care is available for any eventuality during the process
LDF Student Orgs March Towards Keralam Lok Bhavan, Demand CEC Sacking
Keralam Assembly LoP Pinarayi Vijayan, inaugurated the march. Left party leaders were absent from Mathur's swearing-in ceremony at Lok Bhavan
SSR Begins in Keralam; Final Electoral Roll To Be Published on Jan 4
Form 6 is meant for new registrations and the inclusion of missing names, Babu said, adding that those aged 17 who will turn 18 on or before January 1, 2027, can also apply
Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has alleged that he and Kerala Chief Minister VD Satheesan were targeted in an attempted sting operation involving Meta smart glasses, raising fresh questions about the ongoing political controversy surrounding...
Keralam SIR: LDF representatives walk out of all-party meet convened by Chief Electoral Officer
CPI(M), CPI leaders demand restoration of the names of 24.08 lakh voters who were excluded when the draft SIR list was published.
Keralam Governor Om Prakash Mathur inadvertently sparks debate on food purity politics
Mr Mathur, who hails from Rajasthan and follows a strict vegetarian diet, banned non-vegetarian cooking in the Lok Bhavan kitchen
Kannur police file cases over alleged defamatory remarks against Rahul Gandhi, CM, and MLA
Police register case against BJP leader K. Sreekanth following a complaint filed by T.O. Mohanan over remarks made at a public meeting that allegedly defamed Mr. Gandhi and the Congress party.
KC Venugopal Slams New Keralam Governor Mathurs Pure-Veg Kitchen Order
Keralam has a mixed food culture, and as a coastal state, has abundant fish resources, he said, adding that people in the state had the freedom to follow vegetarian or non-vegetarian food habits
Officials say Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala sanctioned inquiry into award of 12-crore contract to private firm to construct modular toilets allegedly without inviting open tenders and thereby bypassing competitive bidding
DK Shivakumar Claims Industrialist Tried to Secretly Record Him and Kerala CM
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has accused an industrialist of trying to secretly record him with Meta smart glasses, claiming a similar attempt was made with Kerala Chief Minister VD Satheesan. Congress leader said the visitor's conduct aroused suspicions of
Fire breaks out at packing material manufacturing unit of jewellery group in Kozhikode
While no casualties have been reported, the fire caused extensive damage to machinery and stored packing materials
Om Prakash Mathur Sworn In As 29th Governor of Keralam
Om Prakash Mathur succeeds Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, who has been appointed Governor of Tamil Nadu
Kerala PSC Village Field Assistant Answer Key 2026 Out - Download Tamil, Malayalam and Kannada PDF
Kerala PSC Village Field Assistant Answer Key 2026 has been released on 22 October by the Kerala Public Service Commission for the examination held on 17 October 2026 under Category Code 571/2025. The provisional answer keys are available in Tamil, Malayalam and Kannada for Alappuzha, Kottayam, Thrissur, Kozhikode and Kasaragod districts. Candidates can download the official PDFs for question paper code 092/2026, check booklet-wise answers, estimate their marks and submit objections through their Kerala PSC OTR profile within the prescribed period.
DHS Kerala State Health Transport Officer Recruitment 2026
Directorate of Health Services, Kerala (DHS Kerala) has published the Recruitment 2026 notification for the post of State Health Transport Officer. The offline application process will be conducted from 14 October 2026 to 29 October 2026. For complete details, candidates can visit dhs.kerala.gov.in.
CMRL-Exalogic case: Kerala HC defers hearing on plea of Vijayan, Veena, Riyas to Monday
CMRL-Exalogic case: Kerala HC defers hearing on plea of Vijayan, Veena, Riyas to Monday Kochi: The Kerala High Court on Friday deferred to Monday the hearing on the appeal plea filed by former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, his daughter T. Veena and her husband, CPI(M) legislator and former state Tourism Minister P.A. Mohammed Riyas, challenging [] The post CMRL-Exalogic case: Kerala HC defers hearing on plea of Vijayan, Veena, Riyas to Monday appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Kerala University Plans Six-Month Paid Apprenticeships For FYUGP Students
Kerala University plans six-month paid apprenticeships for eligible FYUGP students, with monthly stipends of up to Rs 12,300 to build practical skills and improve employability.
Telangana CM Reddy calls for coordination among police forces of Southern states
Digital Desk | Hyderabad, Oct 23 (IANS) Telangana Chief Minister, A. Revanth Reddy, on Friday emphasised the need for coordination among the police forces of all Southern states. He called for establishing strong systems that foster coordination across state borders among the police forces of the states. Chief Minister Reddy was addressing a Southern Regional Police Coordination Committee (SRPCC) meeting at the Integrated Command and Control Centre (ICCC) here. Directors-General and Inspectors-General of Police from Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Kerala, representatives from Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Puducherry and Lakshadweep and senior officials from Central agencies are attending the meeting. He told the officials that they bear the responsibility of transforming South India into a secure region. Chief Minister Reddy stated that the Government of Telangana is fully committed to sharing its technical infrastructure and ICCC systems with neighbouring states. He noted that the conference provides an opportunity to foster better coordination between the police departments and specialized units of the various states. Stating that safety and security are the very foundations of society, he said the public expects a police force that operates effectively, upholds ethical values, and functions with complete impartiality. In the current climate, where the nature of crime is constantly evolving, platforms like the SRPCC are crucial. Policing strategies must evolve, and reforms must be a continuous process. I am a firm believer in reforms. The resources we allocate to the police force are not merely an expenditure; I view them as an investment toward building a better society and ensuring the safety of our citizens, he said. He told the participants that Hyderabad police system has been reorganised into three distinct commissionerates which allows each Police Commissioner to focus specifically on a defined jurisdiction, thereby enabling the achievement of better outcomes. CM Reddy said the state government has established specialised units such as HYDRAA, EAGLE, and T-SAFE to focus specifically on various types of crimes. Currently, issues like cybercrime, drug trafficking, and traffic-related challenges have become critical. Each unitand every specialised divisionmust prioritise technological integration and training to achieve the best possible outcomes, he said. The Chief Minister claimed that the reforms implemented in Telangana are yielding positive results. The Telangana Police Department is gaining recognition and acclaim at both national and international levels for its efforts in areas such as drug control, the prevention of cybercrime, and the eradication of Naxalism, he said. He pointed out that during the PRAGATI review meeting chaired by the Prime Minister, Telangana was ranked first in the country for its control of cybercrime. Union Home Minister Amit Shah has commended our police officers for their efforts in transforming Telangana into a completely Naxal-free state. He mentioned that the EAGLE unit has received a score of over 80 per cent from the Central Government for its performance in drug control. The Telangana Cyber Security Bureau has set new benchmarks in recovering and returning funds lost by victims of cybercrime. We have launched a new unit called TG-SAFEmodelled after the U.S. FDAto coordinate the efforts of various departments in curbing food adulteration and regulating pharmaceuticals, he said. Our HYDRAA unit is earning public appreciation for its work in protecting and restoring lakes, ponds, and other water bodies, effectively reviving their former glory. HYDRAA is also working towards the protection of government and public assets, he added. CM Reddy claimed that Telangana has become the first state in the country to appoint transgender individuals as traffic assistants within the Hyderabad Traffic Police department. He stated that the welfare of police force is also a matter of utmost importance to the state. Police personnel fight for the state and work tirelessly for the safety of the public. When necessary, they even sacrifice their lives in the line of duty. Ensuring their welfare and the future of their families is one of my top priorities, he added. Telangana DGP CV Anand, Karnataka DGP Dr. M.A. Saleem, Tamil Nadu DGP Dr. Mahesh Aggarwal, Puducherry DGP Shalini Singh, Lakshadweep ADG B. Shankar Jaiswal, Kerala IG Ajitha Begum, Andhra Pradesh IGP Ravi Krishna, Director of EAGLE Sandeep Shandilya, Director of the Telangana Cybersecurity Bureau (TGCSB) Shikha Goel and others attended the meeting.
Kerala Police Charge Main Suspect in Kochi Synagogue Arson Under UAPA, Investigate Larger Conspiracy
Kerala police have charged the main suspect in the Kochi synagogue arson under UAPA, probing for links to a larger conspiracy. Kerala Police Charge Main Suspect in Kochi Synagogue Arson Under UAPA, Investigate Larger Conspiracy
A Division Bench had denied former Chief Minister the permission to appeal against Single Bench order, after which he approached Supreme Court, which stayed the order for seven days and redirected the matter to be considered again
Low-pressure area over Bay of Bengal, cyclonic storm likely next week
Digital Desk | Amaravati, Oct 23 (IANS) A low-pressure area has formed over the east-central and southeastern Bay of Bengal and it is likely to strengthen into a cyclonic storm. Andhra Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority said on Friday that the low-pressure area is expected to intensify into a depression in the same region by October 24, and further into a deep depression on October 25. Prakhar Jain, Managing Director, State Disaster Management Authority, said by October 26 morning, it is likely to strengthen into a cyclonic storm over the west-central Bay of Bengal. Over the subsequent two days, it is projected to move towards the coast of North Andhra Pradesh and South Odisha. Under its influence, widespread rainfall is expected across Andhra Pradesh. The general public and the farming community are advised to take precautionary measures. Fishermen currently out at sea have been urged to return to the shore immediately. Due to the influence of a low-pressure system over the Tamil Nadu and Kerala regions, scattered heavy rains are expected in the Rayalaseema region of Andhra Pradesh today. Light to moderate rainfall, accompanied by lightning in some places, is expected on October 24 and October 25. Widespread rainfall is anticipated across the state starting October 26. Heavy rainfall is likely in isolated areas. Strong gusty winds, reaching speeds of 6070 kmph, are expected along the coast. Meanwhile, India Meteorological Department said that under the influence of Thursdays upper-air cyclonic circulation over Southeast and adjoining East-Central Bay of Bengal, a low-pressure area formed over East-Central and adjoining Southeast Bay of Bengal today. It is most likely to persist over the same region and intensify into a depression on Saturday. Thereafter, it is very likely to move west-northwestwards and intensify further into a deep depression on October 25 and into a cyclonic storm over the West-Central Bay of Bengal by October 26 morning. It would then continue to intensify further and move west-northwestwards towards North Andhra Pradesh and adjoining South Odisha coasts during subsequent two days.
KAU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026
Kerala Agricultural University (KAU) has released the notification for 3 Assistant Professor (Contract) posts. Eligible candidates can apply online at kau.in till 02 November 2026.
UAPA invoked against Kochi synagogue arson accused, wider conspiracy under probe
Digital Desk | Kochi, Oct 23 (IANS) The Kerala Police have invoked provisions of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) against Ebin Paul, the prime accused in the arson attack near the historic Kadavumbhagam Synagogue in Ernakulam, as investigators step up efforts to establish whether the incident was part of a wider conspiracy. Sections 16 and 18 of the UAPA, dealing with terrorist acts and conspiracy to commit terrorist acts, have been invoked against the accused. The move marks a major escalation in the investigation into the October 12 attack on the nursery outside the synagogue. The Special Investigation Team (SIT) is examining the possibility that Ebin acted on the instructions of an unidentified handler known as 'Boss'. The accused has also referred to a person called Vikram, whose identity and possible connection with Boss remain under investigation. Police are trying to establish whether the alleged handler is a real person operating from abroad and whether others were involved in planning the attacks. The accused has claimed that he received instructions through phone calls and digital platforms. Investigators are verifying these claims through forensic examination of his mobile phones and other electronic devices. The digital evidence is expected to help establish the nature of the communications, identify the persons involved and determine whether the accused received payments for carrying out the attacks. The investigation has widened after the police linked Ebin to other arson incidents in Muvattupuzha, including an attempted fire at a locked house and an attack on a used car showroom. Investigators are examining whether the incidents were connected and whether they formed part of a planned sequence of attacks. The SIT has also extended its investigation to Pune, where Ebin studied, to gather details about his background and possible connections. The police are examining whether any external network influenced or directed his alleged actions. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) and other central agencies have already gathered information about the case. The synagogue, one of the historic Jewish places of worship in Kerala, has added an international dimension to the case. Investigators are now focusing on identifying the alleged handler, verifying the digital trail and establishing the motive behind the attack. The accused remains in judicial custody, and further questioning is expected after the forensic examination yields additional evidence.
Mortal remains of two Keralam residents killed in Germany fire brought home
Body of the third victim is expected to be brought home on Friday night
India's longest train journey, the Vivek Express, connects Dibrugarh in Assam to Kanyakumari in Tamil Nadu, covering around 4,188 km in approximately 75 hours. The journey takes passengers through several states, from Assam's tea gardens and the plains of Bengal to the cities of Odisha and Andhra Pradesh, before reaching the greener landscapes of Kerala and the southern coastline. Here is what travellers can see along the route and how to plan the trip.
CM Satheesan offers to host Raihan Vadra's exhibition in Keralam
Raihan Vadra said the Bikaner House administration in Delhi pulled down many of his pictures of the protests at his solo exhibition, 'No Idea Is Final'
Bodies of Two Indians Killed in Germany Apartment Fire Arrive in Keralam
Anjali, a native of Periyanad in Kollam district, also died in the fire at the apartment in Bochum. Her body has been taken to her hometown in Keralam.
Indian-American Ramaswamy gets Trumps backing on ad featuring mother of his Democratic rival Acton
Digital Desk | Washington, Oct 23 (IANS) US President Donald Trump has defended Indian-American Republican Vivek Ramaswamys attack ad featuring the estranged mother of his Democratic rival Amy Acton in the Ohio governors race, even as Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, a fellow Republican, urged that it be pulled while saying he was keeping his endorsement. Its wrong to run this ad, DeWine told reporters on Thursday, according to CBS News. I would urge Ramaswamys campaign to take this down. DeWine, who is term-limited, called the ad on its face, deeply, deeply troubling, CBS News reported, but said he was not rescinding his endorsement of Ramaswamy. Speaking to reporters at the White House on Thursday afternoon, Trump stood by the Indian-American candidate. All I can say is Vivek is great, he said, according to the White House pool report. If its even a little bit true, you dont want her as governor, Trump said. Asked why he was defending the ad when Ohio Republicans had called for it to come down, Trump said: Thats her opinion. Im defending it because I know that if that ad were about my mother, you would love it. Whats happened is the press has ganged up on a woman making a horrible statement about her daughter, and I dont know why she should be shielded or the daughter should be shielded, he said. If what the mother said about the daughter is half right, she has no right even running for the governor of Ohio. Trump also called DeWine disloyal to the Republican Party in a Truth Social post, ABC News reported. House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries joined the attack on Ramaswamy. Vivek Ramaswamy is a disgusting and slimy political hack, Jeffries wrote on X on Thursday afternoon. Every single Republican should denounce this malignant clown and rescind their support. Vice President J.D. Vance, campaigning in Ohio on Wednesday, defended Ramaswamy for having the audacity to run a TV commercial which calls it out like it is, according to the vice-presidential pool report. Politics is a tough business, Vance told reporters, according to CBS News. And my message to my fellow elected Republicans is, if you actually believe in the things you say you believe in, stop whining about an advertisement and go win the race in 13 days. Ramaswamy campaign spokesperson Connie Luck responded to DeWine by saying the first and only candidate to attack the mother of her opponent in this race was Amy Acton, CBS News reported. In the ad, Actons mother, Donna Arthur, says: Its not easy for a mother to say this, but Amy was a serious problem. She is a liar; she lies about her past, according to CBS News. Acton, a former Ohio public health director, has spoken of being abused by her late stepfather, who was charged in 1978 with raping her, CBS News reported. The case never went to trial. Acton said on Thursday she had hoped Ramaswamy wouldnt sink this low, but of course he did, CBS News reported. Two new polls show a tight race. A Fox News poll conducted October 15-19 had Acton at 50 per cent and Ramaswamy at 48 per cent among likely voters. A VoteHub/Verasight poll of 623 registered voters, conducted October 1-20, had Acton at 46 per cent and Ramaswamy at 45 per cent among likely voters, within the polls 4.2-point margin of error. VoteHub said most of its interviews were collected before the ad first aired. Ramaswamy, a biotech entrepreneur born in Cincinnati to immigrant parents from Kerala, ran for the Republican presidential nomination in 2024. The election is on November 3.
Bodies of two Indians killed in Bochum fire return to Kerala
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Bodies of Kerala Residents Killed in Germany Fire Returned Home for Final Rites
The remains of Sivin Jony and Anjali, victims of a fire in Germany, have returned to Kerala for their final ceremonies. Bodies of Kerala Residents Killed in Germany Fire Returned Home for Final Rites
Game boards carved on rocks in Kasaragod hint at age-old yen for leisure
Six such games, resembling the Manjadippala or Kadippala boards, were found carved on rocks, hinting that people engaged in recreational activities thousands of years ago. However, doubts have been raised about their antiquity and purpose. Further studies and scientific dating are required to determine their precise age
EoDB, economic growth & human capabilities
Indias modern economic trajectory presents a compelling developmental paradox. Over the past few decades, the nation has evolved from a state-controlled post-colonial economy into a global technological and industrial powerhouse. Yet, as observed by analyst Edward Luce in his works In Spite of the Gods, this remarkable ascent coexists with deep structural inequities, a formidable bureaucratic apparatus, and enduring developmental challenges. To understand this dynamic, we must look beyond aggregate Gross Domestic Product(GDP) figures and examine the intricate interplay between state-led planning, democratic pluralism, and human capabilities. This national tension is also mirrored vividly at the regional level in Jammu and Kashmir, especially when evaluating legislative efforts like the recent Ease of Doing Business reforms against critical local economic realities. A central question in regional development is whether economic growth should be pursued as an end in itself or as a means to expand human freedoms. Early post-independence policies relied on heavy state planning and the restrictive License Raj, which resulted in sluggish national growth. Sweeping economic reforms in 1991 unleashed market dynamism, lifting millions out of poverty and positioning India as a leader in information technology and services. However, as economist Amartya Sen argues, true development requires expanding human capabilities, such as health, education, and social well-being, rather than merely growing national income. While corporate sectors thrive globally, many citizens remain limited by inadequate public schooling, healthcare deficits, and malnutrition. Furthermore, targeted tracking by the Future of India Foundation through its YouthPOWER analytical initiative highlights deep structural vulnerabilities in human capabilities. Their economic research demonstrates that the share of Indian women in active work fell by almost half between 2004-05 and 2017-18, and subsequent workforce recoveries have been primarily driven by older women returning to low-paying, informal agricultural labour rather than secure, salaried employment. At a regional governance level, administrative reforms must constantly wrestle with this dichotomy regarding how to accelerate economic velocity without compromising the broader human and social safety framework. The tension between human capability and rapid industrial growth is vividly illustrated by contrasting internal state models. The Kerala model prioritizes public action, universal healthcare, and foundational education, resulting in high social indicators like near-universal literacy and low infant mortality, even during periods of slower per capita income growth. Conversely, the Gujarat model focuses heavily on market-led industrialization and infrastructure development, generating high gross domestic product growth rates and economic dynamism, though often lagging in human development metrics and equity issues. This regional divide highlights a crucial lesson, an economy cannot sustain its rise if it neglects foundational human capabilities, because a workforce lacking basic health and education cannot adapt effectively to a shifting global landscape. In Jammu and Kashmir, the legislative push toward an Ease of Doing Business framework brings these structural debates into sharp focus. Examining the recent legislative framework, economist and former J&K Finance Minister Dr. Haseeb Drabu has noted that the structural design of such investment-facilitation policies often leans heavily toward an uncalibrated speed structure while ignoring local ownership realities and structural market failures. Because regional industry is overwhelmingly micro-based, with micro-enterprises accounting for the vast majority of industrial employment and investment, blanket regulatory easing or rigid paper blueprints like Master Plans risk bypassing local economic safeguards and ecological vulnerabilities unless they incorporate specific size-based tools and local protections. Policymakers face a difficult fiscal balancing act regarding how to fund essential public goods without discouraging private investment. To bridge this gap, modern governance requires expanding the formal tax net rather than over burdening existing industries, shifting inefficient subsidies toward universal healthcare and education, and ensuring lagging regions receive adequate central support and autonomy. Within the framework of Jammu and Kashmirs legislative efforts, the challenge lies in balancing procedural efficiency with substantive planning controls. Relying purely on fiscal incentives and top-down regulatory shortcuts and not building structural depth leads to failure in delivering sustainable economic transformation. Unlike authoritarian models of industrialization, India and its constituent regions achieve these economic shifts within the framework of a vibrant, vocal democracy. Balancing the aspirations of corporate capital and investment facilitation with the livelihood security of an enfranchised local population remains an unprecedented historical feat. To achieve a true balance, legislative iterations of the Ease of Doing Business bill can be deliberately structured to protect local enterprises and ecosystems while attracting capital. Policymakers can introduce tiered compliance frameworks that exempt micro and small enterprises from burdensome red tape while maintaining rigorous oversight for large-scale industrial projects. Additionally, embedding mandatory local skill-development quotas, ecological impact safeguards, and localized credit access directly into the legislative framework would ensure that corporate investments actively nurture human capabilities rather than bypass them. Sustainable regional progress in Jammu and Kashmir cannot be measured by commercial hubs or macro-level investment inflows alone, but by actively cultivating the substantive freedoms and well-being of ordinary citizens. In a region marked by delicate ecological balances and unique socioeconomic vulnerabilities, real capability expansion means ensuring that local youth, artisans, small-scale entrepreneurs, and marginalized workforces possess the health, modern vocational training, and institutional safety nets required to exercise genuine agency. Economic growth, regulatory reform, and social justice are not competing choices. In a sensitive Himalayan polity like Jammu and Kashmir, they must function as mutually reinforcing pillars where legislative acts expand human capabilities and empower local communities. The author is an entrepreneur managing infrastructure and agricultural ventures in Kashmir. He is also a fellow of the Aspen Global Leadership Network (AGLN)
CM Satheesan invites Raihan Vadra to Kerala to host his exhibition after row erupts at Delhi
CM Satheesan invites Raihan Vadra to Kerala to host his exhibition after row erupts at Delhis Bikaner House Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan has welcomed Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadras son Raihan Vadra to the state to hold an exhibition, saying that he is proud to host Raihans exhibition No Idea is Final. This [] The post CM Satheesan invites Raihan Vadra to Kerala to host his exhibition after row erupts at Delhis Bikaner House appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
When mob takes law into its own hands: another man lynched in Keralams Palakkad
The brutal lynching of an aurally challenged, unidentified man near the Moolathara dam in Keralams Palakkad has once again shaken the conscience of society. Abdul Latheef Naha speaks to investigators, psychiatrists and forensic experts to understand how did a homeless man become the target of a group that took it upon itself to punish him and such incidents are recurring.
Man held with 2.5-crore worth MDMA in Keralams Chirayinkeezhu
The arrest was made by the Rural District Anti-Narcotic Special Action Force (DANSAF) team, which had been keeping the accused under surveillance
Expressing immense happiness at arriving in the State for the first time, he calls Keralam Gods Own Country, which is blessed with natural beauty and the glory of its traditions
CIFT to provide technical support to Andaman and Nicobar administration
However, the existing panel led by him secured a majority in the election, giving the outgoing administration an advantage in determining the trusts future leadership
Waqf Board will support govt.s efforts to resolve Munambam dispute, says chairperson
M.C. Mayin Haji says the issue is pending before the Kerala High Court and the Waqf Tribunal
SAT Hospital in Keralam rejects charges of clinical trial drugs given to SMA-afflicted children
Hospital Superintendent says decision to provide SMA patients with a less expensive, generic version of the original molecule against SMA, in place of the imported original drug costing several lakhs of rupees for a single vial, was taken by a technical committee comprising experts in the field
Rainfall alerts remain in place for October 23 across several states and Union territories, with the IMD forecasting heavy rain in Coastal Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh and continued rainfall over Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Lakshadweep and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Thunderstorms and gusty winds are also expected in parts of Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh, while Odisha is forecast to face thundersqualls on October 27 and 28.
Government had warm ties with outgoing Governor Arlekar, says Keralam Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan
Attending his official send-off, Arlekar says he only returned the affection shown by people of the State; he adds that he is happy that he could complete his tenure without much confrontation
One of the films few positives is that some of the fantasy elements are seamlessly weaved into the story of a man aspiring to be a big-time gangster, that they almost seem believable
Former Health Ministers accuse govt. of corporatising public health sector
Former Health Ministers P.K. Sreemathy, K.K. Shailaja and Veena George accuse Health Minister K. Muraleedharan of trivialising the issues in the sector and handling the department affairs without the diligence it deserved
EC stays disqualification of Palakkad municipal councillor Prasobh Valsan
Municipality had issued a notice in June, which cited his absence from three consecutive municipal council meetings as grounds for ending his membership.
RSFI President Tulsi Ram Aggarwal Hails India's Stellar Show At World Skate Games 2026
Tulsi Ram Aggarwal: Roller Skating Federation of India (RSFI) president Tulsi Ram Aggarwal on Thursday hailed India's stellar performance at the World Skate Games 2026, where the contingent bagged seven medals in Paraguay's capital, Asuncion. Speaking at the celebration ceremony after welcoming the athletes, Tulsi Ram heaped praise on the skaters' performance, with the likes of Anandkumar Velkumar and Anirudhan Vinod, among others, winning medals. This time, we have won seven medals at the World Skate Games in Paraguay. Two gold medals, three silver and two bronze medals. Paraguay is a far and hard place to be at. It is hard to take the skaters there, but we never hesitated and took the team to the tournament, Tusli Ram said. This tournament began on October 2. Nearly 10,000 athletes from 90 countries participated in it. Italy, Colombia, Chinese Taipei, Spain, France, United States, Iran, Chile, Germany, Venezuela, Portugal, Czechoslovakia, South Korea, Guatemala, Paraguay, and so on were the teams that participated in the event. Our children have gained a lot of experience and exposure from there by meeting different people, he added. The RSFI president also stated that Colombia are a pretty strong team in skating and that the sport is just like a religion there, just like cricket is in India. Just as cricket is considered almost like a religion in our country, skating holds that same status in Colombia, which is why Colombia is unbeatable in speed skating. However, it is a matter of great pride that one of our skaters, Anirudhan Vinod from Kerala, won a gold medal in the Junior Men's Road 1-Lap. At the same time, from a small union territory or region called Puducherry, a skater named Lohnath Arun Prasath won a silver medal. In the very same competition, two of our competitors achieved podium finishes with gold and silver. The RSFI president also stated that Colombia are a pretty strong team in skating and that the sport is just like a religion there, just like cricket is in India. Just as cricket is considered almost like a religion in our country, skating holds that same status in Colombia, which is why Colombia is unbeatable in speed skating. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Video of activities near Sholayar reservoir in Keralam triggers forest access concerns
Environmentalists seek probe into alleged unauthorised entry; DFO says those seen in the video were police personnel
15 students booked for stamping on PMs photo
The students, reportedly affiliated with the MSF and the SFI, tore up the photo, stepped on it and raised slogans at the closure of the union election campaigning at MES Kalladi College, Mannarkkad
Natcos generic SMA drug approved; clinical trial labels trigger Kerala row
Grand Mysuru Dasara celebrations appreciated by other state CMs; sugarcane growers
Grand Mysuru Dasara celebrations appreciated by other state CMs; sugarcane growers meeting in Belagavi on October 26: Karnataka CM Shivakumar Bengaluru: Karnataka Chief Minister, D.K. Shivakumar, on Thursday said the world-famous Mysuru Dasara celebrations had been a grand success, earning appreciation from the Chief Ministers of Kerala and Telangana, who attended the festivities. He also [] The post Grand Mysuru Dasara celebrations appreciated by other state CMs; sugarcane growers meeting in Belagavi on October 26: Karnataka CM Shivakumar appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Mysuru: MLA alleges protocol violations during Vijayadashami procession
T.S. Srivatsa, Krishnaraja MLA, questions the presence of Chief Secretary Shalini Rajneesh, Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumars wife Usha, and the Chief Ministers of neighbouring Keralam and Telangana, on special platform to shower flower petals on Goddess Chamundeshwaris idol
Puja rush boosts KSRTC double-decker revenue in Idukki
Officials said 1,191 tourists rode the two double-decker buses on the MunnarAnayirankal route, earning over 4 lakh in five days.
Woman killed after being hit by unidentified vehicle in Kannur
Former Union Minister and advocate P C Thomas on Thursday said the Supreme Court (SC)'s decision to stay the investigation in the CMRL-Exalogic payoff case for seven days did not invalidate the FIR against former Keralam Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan. On the other hand, CPI(M) leader K Anilkumar criticised the Kerala High Court's earlier order, arguing that it undermined the federal structure. Speaking to ANI, while reacting to the Supreme Court's order staying the investigation against Vijayan and others for seven days, Thomas said the matter had been sent back to the High Court because the parties had not been heard.
Man arrested for allegedly stealing liquor from premium outlet in Muvattupuzha
The alleged theft took place at the outlet located along MC Road between 6.30 p.m. and 11 p.m. on October 20
Dancer couple, singer Lathika win Swaralaya awards
Swaralaya Palakkad will organise a day-long musical programme on November 29 to honour playback singer K.J. Yesudas
KSRTC will expand its services, says Keralam Transport Minister C.P. John
Committees comprising local body heads and ward members will be formed to ensure local body participation in the functioning of KSRTC depots and services, says the Minister
Keralam government to introduce apprenticeship scheme for arts, science and commerce students
Delay in reconstruction of Tagore Centenary Hall in Kozhikode worries cultural activists
The hall was demolished in 2025 to make way for a modern, multi-purpose cultural complex
Kuttippuram panchayat member killed after being hit by train
Ahmed Kutty was chairman of the panchayat welfare standing committee
Congress captures Paralam panchayat in Keralams Thrissur with CPI support, BJP cries foul
Congress candidate Rose Mary elected president with eight votes, including those of two CPI members; BJP accuses Congress and CPI of a tacit political understanding
Congress captures Paralam panchayat in Keralams Thrissur with CPI support, BJP cries foul
Congress candidate Rose Mary elected president with eight votes, including those of two CPI members; BJP accuses Congress and CPI of a tacit political understanding
Kerala Tourism delegation attends ITB Asia 2026
Held at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre in Singapore, three-day event positions Keralams pavilion as a key highlight amid the large gathering of tourism professionals and travel enthusiasts
Kerala Tourism delegation attends ITB Asia 2026
Held at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre in Singapore, three-day event positions Keralams pavilion as a key highlight amid the large gathering of tourism professionals and travel enthusiasts
CPI(M) leader sends defamation notice to Congress district panchayat member
The legal notice follows a case registered against Sreena Devi Kunjamma based on a complaint lodged by K.P. Udayabhanu, alleging that she attempted to tarnish his public image and personal life through social media.
UDF unseats LDF in Upputhara panchayat in Idukki with BJP support
BJP member, Nisha Pradeep, votes in favour and an Independent member, Ramani Roopesh, switched sides, giving the UDF 10 votes to oust the LDF.
Kollam District Collector asks political parties to ensure appointment of Booth Level Agents at all polling stations and to take immediate steps to assign them where vacancies exist
Wild gaur charges at tourists on Valparai forest road
Tourists heading to Chinnakallar waterfalls thrown off their bike in the attack
According to the 16-year-old survivors statement, she was taken from Andhra Pradesh to Bengaluru and then to Chennai before being brought to Keralam
Thazhathangadi gears up for 125th boat race
As many as nine snakeboats that competed in the Nehru Trophy Boat Race will vie for honours in the seventh leg of the Champions Boat League.
Liquor Worth Rs 6,600 Stolen From KSBC Outlet in Keralam
The theft took place at the state-run Kerala State Beverages Corporation (KSBC) outlet's self-premium counter on the first floor of the Athrassery Building on MC Road between 6.30 pm and 11 pm on October 20
12 cows killed in lightning strikes in Keralams Kottayam
Hundreds of cows are reared on Cheruvally Estate in Erumeli, with cattle rearing serving as a major source of income for workers
He challenges a Single Judge order that had earlier this month directed the registration of an FIR against him, his daughter T. Veena and son-in-law P.A. Mohamed Riyas
Southern and central parts of Keralam receive heavy rain with Mavelikara in Alappuzha and Venkurinji in Pathanamthitta recording the highest rainfall of 14 cm
KSSM Medical Officer Recruitment 2026
Kerala Social Security Mission (KSSM) has published the Recruitment 2026 notification for the post of Medical Officer. Offline applications will be accepted till 31 October 2026.
CMRL-Exalogic payoff case: Ex-Keralam CM Pinarayi Vijayan to skip questioning by ED on October 23
Counsel for Pinarayi informs ED officials in Kochi that he will not appear for questioning as Supreme Court has stayed a Kerala Police probe into FIR registered against him, daughter T. Veena and son-in-law Mohamed Riyas in the case
Three accused in Pilathara gold robbery case in Keralams Kannur arrested
In June 2026, the accused attacked a car carrying a family from Maharashtra and looted gold and around 55 lakh in cash
Three accused in Pilathara gold robbery case in Keralams Kannur arrested
In June 2026, the accused attacked a car carrying a family from Maharashtra and looted gold and around 55 lakh in cash
