Hospitals in Keralas Ernakulam face full capacity with spike in influenza, fever cases
VD Satheesan Defends Chopper Use, Hits Back At Left Over Flood Criticism
Kerala Chief Minister added that the trip did not cost the government anything extra as the chopper had been hired by the previous LDF government.
Kerala HC approves appointment of Kandararu Brahmadathan as new Sabarimala Tantri
Heavy to very heavy rainfall is forecast across many Indian regions on Monday. Isolated extremely heavy rainfall is expected over Assam, Meghalaya, and Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim. Many northern states, including Delhi and Uttar Pradesh, will experience heavy showers. Thunderstorms, gusty winds, and squally weather are predicted for several other areas. Coastal regions of Karnataka and Kerala anticipate squally weather with strong winds.
Lack of long-term plans to mitigate rain-inducted calamities worrying for Kerala
CM blames IMD for delay in relaying weather forecast. However, experts point out that IMDs 125-year rainfall dataset, covering 110 weather stations across Kerala from 1901 to 2025, has shed enough light on the States most vulnerable regions during monsoon and the government need not wait for weather alerts before initiating preparedness measures
Milma Denies Involvement in Sabari Mala Ghee Scam, Questions Allegations of Adulteration
Thiruvananthapuram, August 4: A controversy surrounding alleged irregularities in ghee supply at Keralas renowned Sabari Mala temple took a new turn on Monday. The states cooperative body, Milma, denied any involvement in the matter and raised questions about how such alleged tampering went unnoticed until now. This latest dispute follows the recent gold smuggling case ... Read more Milma Denies Involvement in Sabari Mala Ghee Scam, Questions Allegations of Adulteration
Amid a flood of holiday demands, Collectors weather an online storm
As online demands and criticism over rain holidays mount, District Collectors say decisions are guided by weather data and field reportsnot social media pressure; school closures during orange, yellow alerts depend on local assessments, they say
Search continues for two missing in Kannur
Holiday declared in Malappuram
Kerala rains: heavy rain continues to batter district
A total of 964 people from 365 families remain in 32 relief camps in Kozhikode as heavy rain continues and schools remain shut for a second day; more than a dozen relief camps have closed in Wayanad after many displaced families returned home, leaving 584 people in 14 camps
Sriram Venkitaraman got exemptions that even P.T. Chacko did not get: Muraleedharan
The IAS officer is accused in the death of K.M. Basheer, the Thiruvananthapuram bureau chief ofMalayalam daily Siraj , in 2019
3,444 students in Malappuram receive Plus One second supplementary allotment
In Malappuram where 5,532 applications were considered valid, including 812 from other districts, 1,607 vacancies remain for 2,088 students who did not get allotment
P.K.Aju new Chief Airport Officer of Thiruvananthapuram International Airport
UDF govt. in Kerala aiding roll-out of RSS-BJP agenda: CPI
Kerala University to establish Ganapati Sastri Chair
Riverbanks, low-lying areas of Ernakulam district remain on alert despite relief from heavy rain
A total of 110 people remained in relief camps across the district on Monday following heavy downpours over the past few days. Eight camps remained active in the districtfour in Muvattupuzha taluk and two each in Kunnathunad and Kothamangalamwhile four had been closed.
Over 31,000 people avail Kerala Polices Locked House service through POL-APP
Remove hazardous trees near schools, says Kerala Minister
Kerala High Court denies appeal against stay on police association rejig
An order by the Additional Chief Secretary (Home) abolished the Kerala Police Officers Association and re-distributed its members and assets among two other police associations. A Single Bench stayed the order and a former office-bearer of Kerala Police Association appealed against the stay.
Orange alert issued for Keralas Palakkad district on Tuesday
Heavy rain continued to lash the district on Monday
MVD steps up highway patrols as aquaplaning accidents rise in Kerala
MVD advises motorists to reduce speed and keep it below 60 kmph on wet roads or where water has collected. Since the monsoon began, national highway stretches have seen many fatal accidents
Kerala floods 2026: rain fury grips Pathanamthitta for third day, rescue teams step up operations
Low-lying regions in upper Kuttanad, including parts of Thiruvalla and Aranmula, remain under water; as many as 5,940 people are currently sheltered in relief camps across the district
Kerala rains 2026: festive bustle makes way for eerie silence in Ranni
Half-open shutters, heaps of mud, waterlogged furniture and ruined merchandise stand as grim reminders of the flash flood that ripped through the town
Veteran Congress leader Karuthodi Radhakrishnan passes away at 83
He played a key role in strengthening the Congress in areas such as Kayiliyad, Chalavara, Shoranur and Ottapalam and served as president of the Chalavara grama panchayat
More than a dozen relief camps shut as weather improves; 584 people from 174 families remain in 14 camps
Opposition sharpens attack on Kerala CM, accuses him of resorting to lies
The accusations revolve around Satheesans controversial helicopter trip and scheduled lunch during the disaster, with LDF leaders asserting that his lack of effective crisis management has compromised government operations.
Kerala floods 2026: several parts of Kottayam still inundated, over 3,700 shifted to relief camps
Rain causes slight disruptions to Sabarimala pilgrimage in Kerala
Pilgrims travelling from Nilackal were temporarily stopped following reports of a landslip at Attathodu, while those arriving through Erumely also faced entry curbs
Holiday declared for educational institutions in three districts in Kerala
Monica Gaur's Pune residence draws inspiration from Kerala's traditional coastal cottages. The expansive layout emphasizes communal areas and natural ventilation throughout the home. Handcrafted interiors showcase India's rich artistic heritage and indigenous paintings. Artisans lived on-site for two years to meticulously craft the custom structure. This home blends historic South Indian elements with contemporary functional layouts.
Police register case after foetus flushed down hospital toilet in Keralas Thiruvananthapuram
Thrikkudamanna tourism circuit project nears completion
The project centres on the development of a riverside park at Thrikkudamanna Kadavu on the banks of Iruvanjippuzha under the Destination Challenge project initiative of the State government
Perinthalmanna MLA Najeeb Kanthapuram in Cusat Syndicate
Kerala farmers turn to rambutan as a profitable alternative to rubber
Higher farm incomes and lower labour needs are encouraging growers to embrace rambutan while seeking stronger market access and logistics support
Kerala floods 2026: Idukki mudslide survivor recalls moments before disaster
Thankaraj, who managed to rescue his family before tragedy struck, was trapped under mud and later saved by neighbours; with their house and vehicles completely lost, the family seeks govt. aid to rebuild their lives
Hydel storage improves, but rainfall plays havoc with power supply network
As of August 3 evening, power supply remained disrupted for 63,676 consumers, predominantly in Pathanamthitta and Kannur districts, due to damage to nearly 3,000 distribution transformers and thousands of electrical posts
KSRTC Bus Falls Into Gorge in Palakkad, One Dies, Several Injured
The accident occurred around 9.30 am when the Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) bus was on the way from Nelliyampathy to Nenmara
Sabarimala ghee supply: No lapses on Milmas side, says chairman K.S. Mani
The Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) made the payment for the supplies in full and had not made any complaint about quality, he says
Kochi Corporation in Kerala to hand over Konthuruthy river puramboke to KMRL for beautification
It has been cleared of encroachments to restore the river to its original width of 38 metres
Flash floods have crippled Keralas trading sector, says merchant body
Many firms may be forced to shut down unless the government steps in with effective intervention, says P. Niazar, president of the Kerala Merchants Chamber of Commerce
Kerala to strengthen Supplyco with modern storage, supply chain reforms: CM
Such steps will enable the agencyto procure essential commodities during harvest seasons at lower prices and supply them to consumers at affordable rates throughout the year, Satheesan pointed out
In a sarcastic remark, V.D. Satheesan says he is unaware that the previous Chief Minister' had observed a fast during the 2018 floods
Coastal erosion washed away road, threatens hundreds of homes in Kasaragod in Kerala
The sea has advanced nearly 100 metres inland at Kavugoli, completely destroying the Cherangai-Kavungoli coastal road
One dead, two missing so far as heavy rain continues to batter Keralas Kannur
521 people shifted to eight relief camps as on Monday. Five landslips reported so far in Kannur district
Attack on ED officials: Kerala HC grants bail to 9 accused
Justice Kauser Edappagath allows the bail, with conditions, reasoning that the accused have been in remand for more than 60 days and they have no other criminal history
CM claims delay in receiving timely forecasts from IMD created difficulties during initial hours of extreme rainfall as Kerala relies primarily on agency forecasts to monitor weather conditions
Kerala rains: 92% of power connection restored after monsoon damage, says Minister Sunny Joseph
Minister says 2,892 transformers were damaged during the rains. Following the receding of floodwater, 2,600 transformers have been repaired and re-energised, while restoration of 1,872 damaged electric poles is progressing
Kerala rain toll reaches 15; over 11,000 in relief camps
The death toll from floods and landslides triggered by heavy rain in Kerala has risen to 15, with seven people still missing. Chief Minister V D Satheesan announced immediate financial assistance for affected families, ordered a review of crop-loss compensation and dismissed rumours of dam water releases, warning of action against those spreading
Several Kerala districts declared holidays for schools and colleges today, August 3. This decision was made following heavy rainfall and a warning from the India Meteorological Department. Most districts closed all educational institutions as a precautionary measure. However, scheduled public and university examinations will proceed as planned. Authorities have issued safety advisories urging residents to avoid unnecessary travel and stay alert.
Returning to Ancient Wellness: From Kerala's Ayurveda to Israels Dead Sea
Across beauty and wellbeing, there's a growing pull back to the rooted and the time-tested, to the things our grandmothers did without ever needing a label to explain them.
In Kerala's rubber-growing belt, spiky red fruit is raising hopes for new farming future
Once considered an exotic fruit seen only in home gardens, rambutan has quietly grown into one of Kerala's fastest-expanding commercial fruit crops
Kerala HC Grants Bail to 9 CPI(M) Workers Accused of Attacking ED Officials
The central agency strongly opposed the bail pleas, arguing that the attack was a pre-planned conspiracy to intimidate officers and disrupt an ongoing probe
Kerala cashew import scam: K.A. Ratheesh resigns from three key posts amid CBI corruption charges
Ratheesh resigns as secretary, Kerala Khadi and Village Industries Board; managing director, RUTRONIX (Kerala State Rural Womens Electronics Industrial Cooperative Federation Ltd); and CEO of Kerala Khadi Workers Welfare Fund Board
Kerala Jesuit Priest Identified As Mastermind Behind Delhis CJP Unrest
A Kerala Jesuit priest named George Mutholil has been identified as the key strategist behind the current protests and unrest in New Delhi, according to a PGurus article. The demonstrations, organized by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), demanded the resignation of Union Human Resource Development Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. Although the agitation is publicly framed around Continue reading Kerala Jesuit Priest Identified As Mastermind Behind Delhis CJP Unrest The post Kerala Jesuit Priest Identified As Mastermind Behind Delhis CJP Unrest appeared first on OurVoice | WeRIndia - Analysis & Opinion .
Kerala Rain Toll Rises to 15, Says CM Satheesan
Seven people are still missing
KSEB Staffer Swims Across Swollen River to Restore Power, Minister Hails Him
In a Facebook post, the minister said Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) employee Rafeeq of the Angadipuram section office swam across the overflowing river to repair a fault on the electricity line
15 Killed, 7 Missing In Rain-Related Incidents Across Kerala
Kerala reports 15 rain-related deaths with seven missing amid ongoing relief efforts.
Woman killed, many injured as KSRTC bus skids off Nelliyampathy ghat road in Keralas Palakkad
The accident occurred around 9.30 a.m. when the bus travelling from Nelliyampathy to Nenmara skidded at a curve near Pothundy Dam and fell into a teak plantation below. The driver reportedly lost control of the vehicle on the rain-soaked road
Kerala rains: Water level of major rivers in Ernakulam crosses warning mark
District administration issues alert to people living along Muvattupuzha, Thodupuzha and Kaliyar rivers as water levels continued to rise
Kerala Family Die by Suicide in Pune; Note Cites Financial Strain
The incident occurred in Pune's Morwadi. The family is originally from Kerala and was living in the Pimpri area for the past three years
Heavy monsoon rains have triggered floods across several parts of India, disrupting normal life and prompting rescue and relief operations. As of today, 3rd August 2026, states including Kerala, Assam, Gujarat, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha have witnessed flooding or are dealing with
Fish workers urge Centre to consult coastal states before finalising shipping law
Draft policy places emphasis on industrial fishing, which could lead to the concentration of the sector in the hands of a few large operators, the Kerala Fishworkers panel said
Kerala: Newborn Found Dead in Hospital Toilet in Thiruvananthapuram
Thiruvananthapuram Medical College Police have registered a case and launched an investigation into the incident
The woman who had reached the place to see off her daughter was fatally struck after KSRTC bus went out of control; locals said the driver suffered a medical emergency
Rain triggers landslip at Panakkad in Keralas Malappuram; highway blocked
A hill in the area had been shedding loose soil since Sunday morning, prompting authorities to close the highway before the slope gave way. Earth, rocks and trees tumbled onto the road and into the swollen Kadalundipuzha on the other side
Kerala rains: Heavy rainfall continues in Idukki, dam water levels rise
Isolated incidents of mudslides and fallen trees reported across the district
Heavy Rain Lashes Kerala; Pathanamthitta on Alert
Minister Vishnunadh is camping in Pathanamthitta and leading disaster management and relief operations
A Kerala consumer court ordered Federal Bank to pay 1.25 lakh after blocking a customer's international debit card without prior notice. The ruling reinforces that banks must communicate card blocks promptly, especially when customers are travelling abroad.
Kerala rains LIVE | Moderate heavy rain continues; CM to chair emergency meet
Though rain intensity has subsided, moderate heavy rain continues to affect Kerala. IMD issued a yellow alert for the entire State on Monday
Pune Family of Three Dies by Suicide, Note Cites Financial Stress
Kerala-origin couple and their teenage daughter found unconscious at their Pimpri home; police are investigating.
Kozhikode on high alert as Kakkayam reservoir nears maximum level
The reservoir, which forms a part of the Kuttiyadi Hydroelectric Project, continues to experience tremendous inflow
Kerala on alert as heavy monsoon rains raise widespread flooding concerns
Water levels may rise in Pathanamthitta, authorities warn
Moderate heavy rain continues in Kerala; CM to chair emergency meeting
A flash flood warning has been issued for Pathanamthitta, where intense rainfall was recorded over the past couple of days
The India Meteorological Department has issued weather warnings for Monday, August 3. Heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected across Arunachal Pradesh, Bihar, and Sub-Himalayan West Bengal. Many other states will also witness heavy showers accompanied by thunderstorms and strong winds. Squally weather is forecast over adjoining seas with wind speeds reaching up to 60 kmph. These conditions are likely to persist across various regions of the country.
Kerala faces heavy rainfall and strong winds on August 3, with a yellow warning issued. Eight people have died and eight remain missing due to recent rain-related incidents. Over 5,000 people have moved to relief camps as houses face damage. Cleaning operations have begun in affected areas with government support. Heavy showers are expected again from August 6 to August 8.
Priyanka Gandhi Expresses Condolences Over Keralas Heavy Rain Deaths
Thiruvananthapuram, August 3: Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra expressed deep sorrow on Sunday over the loss of life and extensive damage caused by heavy rains in Kerala. Flood-like conditions, landslides, and other rain-related incidents continue to affect various parts of the state. The death toll from rain-related incidents has risen to 12. ... Read more Priyanka Gandhi Expresses Condolences Over Keralas Heavy Rain Deaths
Eight dead, 13 injured as heavy rains batter Kerala
5,792 people shifted to 209 relief camps across state Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan on Sunday said eight people had died, eight remained missing, and 13 were injured after heavy rain triggered landslides, flooding and widespread damage across the state on Saturday. In a statement issued by his office, Satheesan said 27 houses []
Heavy Rain in Kerala: Schools Closed in Nine Districts, Yellow Alert Issued
Thiruvananthapuram, August 3: Heavy rainfall continued across Kerala on Sunday, leading to flooding in several low-lying areas. As a precautionary measure, district administrations in nine districts have declared a holiday for educational institutions on Monday. Due to ongoing rain in large parts of the state, the district administrations of Kasaragod, Kannur, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Malappuram, Thrissur, ... Read more Heavy Rain in Kerala: Schools Closed in Nine Districts, Yellow Alert Issued
Vadilal Industries challenges order granting interim relief to Mumbai faction
The Mumbai faction had originally approached the court under Section 9 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, seeking interim relief. It alleged that the Ahmedabad faction had attempted to terminate agreements that allowed the Mumbai branch to manufacture and sell ice cream and juices under the Vadilal name in Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka, Kerala and undivided Andhra Pradesh.
Heavy silt in Pazhassi dam disrupts drinking water treatment
High turbidity in the Pazhassi dam following intense rain and landslips disrupted drinking water treatment, reducing water supply to Kannur town and adjoining areas
Hunger strike against laterite quarry in Kannur suspended after Collector issues stop memo
District Collector issues temporary stop memo after inquiries into quarry permit following petitions by protest committee; residents allege quarry on ecologically sensitive laterite hill threatens around 50 Scheduled Tribe families and community facilities
M.K. Sanoo never thought continuos Left rule will be dangerous, says Pinarayi Vijayan
In what sounded like a veiled criticism of former Kerala Sahitya Akademi president K. Satchidanandan, Leader of the Opposition recalled how gracefully Sanoo had occupied the same position during an earlier tenure of the LDF
Kerala floods 2026: death toll rises to 11, over 7,600 people in relief camps
Towns in central Kerala remain heavily waterlogged; search operations continue for people reported missing; IMD places all 14 districts on yellow alert on Monday, no heavy rainfall alert for Tuesday and Wednesday; sanitation work launched in places where floodwaters have receded, says CM
Landslip cripples BengaluruMangaluru rail link, trains cancelled & diverted
Western Ghats landslip disrupts 20+ trains in Karnataka, delays services in Kerala and Goa
8 Killed, 8 Missing, 13 Injured As Kerala Rains Trigger Landslides, Flooding
The India Meteorological Department issued an 'orange alert' for 12 districts of Kerala and a 'yellow alert' for Thiruvananthapuram and Kollam districts.
The letter, dated July 20, 2026 and signed by an Under Secretary on behalf of the Additional Chief Secretary, was sent to Mr. Sugathan in response to his request for an escort parole to take part in the council meeting on July 31
Three held for allegedly pledging fake gold ornaments
