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Pinarayi Vijayan Moves SC Against FIR in CMRL Bribery Case

Former Kerala CM Seeks Urgent Hearing, Protection From Coercive Action After High Court Rejects Appeal Pleas

Deccan Chronicle 16 Oct 2026 11:46 am

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay to inaugurate Periyar knowledge centre in Coimbatore

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay will arrive in Coimbatore on Friday to inaugurate Periyar Arivulagam, a library and science centre built at an estimated cost of Rs 300 crore, before proceeding to Keralam to attend a Navaratri event. Ahead of the Chief Minister's arrival, heavy security has been deployed at the Coimbatore airport, with trained sniffer dogs carrying out checks on the premises. Vijay is expected to hold a roadshow from the airport to the Periyar study centre, where barricades have been placed on both sides of the roads and a heavy police deployment has been made. The Chief Minister is expected to arrive in Coimbatore from Chennai by a special aircraft shortly. He will inaugurate the facility and visit its various sections, including the digital library and planetarium. He is also scheduled to launch several government projects. Minister P. Anand and Sampath have arrived at Coimbatore airport to receive Chief Minister Joseph Vijay. After completing the government programme...

devdiscourse 16 Oct 2026 11:35 am

From idle plots to tapping trails: rubber boom lifts hopes for stakeholders in Keralam

With rubber prices at a record high and demand from tyre manufacturers driving gains, the plantation sector is eyeing a revival. While demand for leased plantations has risen sharply, share-tapping arrangements are also gaining ground.

The Hindu 16 Oct 2026 11:10 am

Kerala Board's 290% Boost To Kannur Land Development Under Scanner

The committee questioned how such a large real estate acquisition programme was approved without a Detailed Project Report (DPR) and proper feasibility assessments.

NDTV 16 Oct 2026 11:04 am

Twist In Kerala Extortion Case, Accused's Family Claims Torture

According to the complaint, the girl was allegedly lured into a relationship and her private images were obtained.

NDTV 16 Oct 2026 10:06 am

Flood fears rise with flyover plan at Puthukkad in Keralam

Residents seek pillar-supported structure citing drainage disruption and growing vulnerability to waterlogging

The Hindu 16 Oct 2026 8:29 am

Keralam nuns Stand By Me comes to home terrain

Stand by Me is a clothing venture of the three nuns who had stood by a nun who accused former Jalandhar Bishop Franco Mulakkal of rape. The bishop was acquitted by a trial court in 2022, but their open support for the survivor left the three facing years of scrutiny

The Hindu 16 Oct 2026 8:29 am

Kerala Man Kills Wife, Sends Family's Number To Employer Before Dying By Suicide

A police team rushed to the spot after receiving information and sent the bodies for a post-mortem examination.

NDTV 16 Oct 2026 7:38 am

SC issues notice to Congress, Rahul Gandhi over march to court, posts against CJI

New Delhi, Oct 15:The Supreme Court on Thursday issued notice to the Congress, Rahul Gandhi and other INDIA bloc leaders on a plea seeking restrictions on political demonstrations in court premises following the Oppositions march to the apex court on October 12 and social media posts targeting Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant. A bench of CJI Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi sought responses to the petition filed by four lawyers. Senior Advocate Gaurav Bhatia, appearing for the petitioners, argued that demonstrations within court premises amounted to an attempt to intimidate the judiciary. Nobody can browbeat the judiciary, the CJI observed. We are not sitting in ivory towers. We know what statements they are making outside and what they are saying in Court. We know everything, he said. The petition also sought criminal contempt action against the Congresss Kerala unit over an X post that told the CJI to resign and said the party would find his replacement. However, the bench declined to issue notice on the contempt plea at this stage. No contempt today. We are only issuing notice. Let us see what the response is, and then we will take it forward, the CJI said, according to Bar & Bench. The plea also named Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra and Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav among the respondents.

Greater Kashmir 16 Oct 2026 7:22 am

The fuel frenzy: rising kerosene prices in Keralam

Shrinking Central allocation and rising prices have left Keralams traditional fishers and ration-card holders struggling to secure adequate supplies of kerosene. Sarath Babu George examines the challenges of sustaining livelihoods and the hurdles in transitioning to cleaner fuels

The Hindu 16 Oct 2026 6:46 am

Fairfaxs IDBI Bank deal puts CSB Banks ownership and future in focus

Canada's Fairfax Financial Holdings, which owns 40% in the Kerala-based lender, must choose between selling its stake and merging CSB with IDBI Bank after the government approved the sale of a 60.72% stake in IDBI to a Fairfax subsidiary. 

Livemint 16 Oct 2026 6:15 am

Kerala Folklore Academy announces plans to promote traditional art forms

Academy to hold consultations with experts on the possibility of establishing a folklore university in the State

The Hindu 16 Oct 2026 2:11 am

Man held on charge of cheating women through matrimonial sites

He was arrested following a complaint by a schoolteacher from Kodiyathur, who alleged that he cheated her of 4.85 lakh

The Hindu 16 Oct 2026 2:05 am

Kerala State Drugs Control dept. seeks curbs on inter-State drug procurement to ensure traceability

The department has sought the restriction for a period of six months, during which the firms would be required to procure medicines through authorised medical depots within Keralam

The Hindu 16 Oct 2026 2:03 am

Health experts warn of spike in infectious diseases as northeast monsoon arrives in Keralam

Rise in vector and water-borne diseases due to intermittent rain remains a major health concern; local bodies told to strengthen implementation of Arogyabheri, a year-long epidemic prevention action plan that focusses on disease prevention

The Hindu 16 Oct 2026 2:00 am

Keralams move to reconstitute Waqf Board challenged in High Court

Affidavit filed by Board members says that the vacancy of two members is not sufficient reason to invalidate the Board

The Hindu 16 Oct 2026 1:58 am

Wild tusker Chakkakompan uses cleared elephant passage to move to national park in Keralams Idukki

Forest department recently dismantled illegal fences that had obstructed traditional elephant passages, acting on a directive issued by the Idukki District Collector; the tusker had remained confined to an area for the past 18 months because of the obstruction

The Hindu 16 Oct 2026 1:24 am

Efforts on to revive Sabari rail project using States 50% share, says CM

Railways asked to provide its share in addition to the States contribution; project cost estimated at 3,800 crore in 2023

The Hindu 16 Oct 2026 1:16 am

Kerala Congress faces fresh fault lines as senior leaders voice dissent

At the centre of the discontent are allegations that Assembly seats were allocated on financial considerations, senior leaders were denied their due, and key decisions were taken without adequately consulting sections of the party

The Hindu 16 Oct 2026 1:10 am

HC asks if AI cameras installed on roads across State can track overspeeding vehicles

Court seeks details of vehicles travelling at speeds exceeding 150 kmph and follow-up action taken; government asked to specify time needed to introduce a centralised monitoring system

The Hindu 16 Oct 2026 12:41 am

Govt. sanctions 17 crore for Chaliyam fish landing centre development

Construction will begin after the land required for the project is transferred from the Forest department and the necessary clearances are obtained

The Hindu 16 Oct 2026 12:14 am

Karti Demands White Paper On EBs Power Purchases

He cited Kerala, where the Congress and the Left compete against each other in State elections but work together at the national level.

Deccan Chronicle 15 Oct 2026 11:59 pm

Man gets 47 years rigorous imprisonment in POCSO case in Malappuram

Court directs District Legal Services Authority to provide additional compensation under the victim compensation scheme

The Hindu 15 Oct 2026 11:44 pm

Kerala Stages Stunning Comeback to Defeat Uttarakhand in Senior Mens Hockey Nationals

Kerala hockey triumphs over Uttarakhand with a thrilling comeback, while Odisha dominates Chhattisgarh in the Senior Mens Hockey Nationals. Kerala Stages Stunning Comeback to Defeat Uttarakhand in Senior Mens Hockey Nationals

Daily Kiran 15 Oct 2026 11:38 pm

CM cites hurdles in Kannur airport runway expansion plan

Land acquisition notification issued in 2017, but process yet to begin; affected residents reject rehabilitation package, demand original package or 15 lakh; proposed acquisition of 99.3235 hectares in Keezhallur under review over sites unsuitability for runway expansion

The Hindu 15 Oct 2026 11:38 pm

Kerala Assembly Motion Against UPI MDR

The Kerala Legislative Assembly has passed a motion urging the central government to completely withdraw the proposed Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on UPI transactions exceeding Rs 2,000. Chief Minister V D Satheesan and CPI MLA K Rajan highlighted concerns that the MDR would increase business costs, harm small businesses, and reduce the appeal of digital payments, while the BJP argued it would not affect general public or small merchants.

Rediff 15 Oct 2026 10:42 pm

Nedumbassery crash: key accused taken to accident spot for evidence collection

Suhail Sajeev was brought to the site around 10 a.m., and the process was completed within 30 minutes

The Hindu 15 Oct 2026 10:18 pm

KIIFB has plunged Keralam into severe financial crisis, says Keralam Chief Minister VD. Satheesan

After tabling the report of the expert committee headed by former Planning Commission Member-Secretary Sudha Pillai in the Assembly, he says government will examine the report and consider ordering an investigation, adding that the transactions of the KIIFB, which the previous LDF government used as a special purpose vehicle to finance major infrastructure projects, had resulted in huge losses for the government

The Hindu 15 Oct 2026 9:41 pm

CM Satheesan On Nedumbassery Car Crash Investigation

Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan has dismissed Opposition allegations of lapses in the investigation of a high-profile luxury car crash in Nedumbassery that killed three youngsters. Satheesan affirmed that the probe is on the right track, countering claims of foul play and attempts to protect the accused, Suhail, who was allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol. The accused were remanded to a Borstal school, a decision the CM attributed to the court.

Rediff 15 Oct 2026 9:23 pm

Keralam considering sites in Thrissur, Kasaragod for proposed All-India Institute of Ayurveda

Over 200 acres each have been identified in Vettilappara Grama Panchayat in Thrissur and Cheemeni Grama Panchayat in Kasaragod

The Hindu 15 Oct 2026 9:14 pm

Cheruvayal Raman cremated with State honours

The 74-year-old farmer, fondly known as Nellachan, passed away on Wednesday around 3.30 p.m. while undergoing treatment for a heart-related ailment at Kozhikode Medical College Hospital

The Hindu 15 Oct 2026 9:13 pm

Keralam Assembly passes motion against Palakkad railway division bifurcation

The motion was adopted amid opposition from the Bharatiya Janata Party MLAs in the House

The Hindu 15 Oct 2026 9:09 pm

Germany building fire: Visit to friends place turns tragic for Nova

Nova had worked as a fitness trainer in Keralam before moving to Germany in July

The Hindu 15 Oct 2026 8:46 pm

Safety measures planned for Kalpathy fest

The use of LPG cylinders will be banned within the temple premises to prevent accidents.

The Hindu 15 Oct 2026 8:41 pm

Kerala Police extend Moolathara lynching case probe to Tamil Nadu

The seven youths arrested in connection with the murder remanded in judicial custody

The Hindu 15 Oct 2026 8:41 pm

Keralam Assembly passes resolution asking Union govt. to withdraw MDR charges on UPI transactions

Ruling UDF supports the resolution passed by CPI MLA K. Rajan, while two BJP MLAs oppose it

The Hindu 15 Oct 2026 8:35 pm

'Unfortunate for India to have an anarchic individual as LoP': BJP tears into Rahul Gandhi over anti-CEC protests

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 15 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday hit out at Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi, saying that India is unfortunate to have an anarchic individual as the LoP after the Supreme Court issued a notice seeking response in connection with the protest and sloganeering on its premises on October 12. Addressing a press conference, BJP national spokesperson Gaurav Bhatia accused the Congress of disrespecting the Constitution, the judiciary and the dignity of women police personnel. Everyone knows the kind of Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi is. The people of the country also believe that it is unfortunate for India to have such an anarchic, immature, irresponsible individual, who is ignorant of the Constitution, serving as the Leader of the Opposition, he remarked. Maintaining that the Constitution grants citizens the fundamental right to protest, Gaurav Bhatia asked: However, does the right to protest extend beyond its constitutional limits and become a license for hooliganism and sloganeering, whether on public roads, public spaces, or within the premises of the Supreme Court itself? Referring to the INDIA bloc's protest march on October 12, the BJP spokesperson said: Attempting to turn the sacred premises of the Supreme Court, the temple of justice, into a protest site and using mob pressure to intimidate the Judiciary is something only an anarchic and irresponsible person like Rahul Gandhi could do. He noted that the Supreme Court has issued a notice to Congress, Rahul Gandhi and other INDIA bloc leaders on a petition against march towards the apex court and a now-deleted X post against Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant. Referring to the recent deleted social media post by the Kerala Congress, the BJP leader said: Such threats and such a mindset have emerged at the behest of Rahul Gandhi. Once the social media post gained widespread attention, the Congress party, true to its habit of causing damage first and then running away from responsibility, deleted the post. Gaurav Bhatia referred to the SC's notice over misconduct and indecent behaviour towards women police personnel during the protests, saying: Whenever the Congress talks about patriarchy, those claiming to be concerned about the dignity of women must answer whether Rahul Gandhi also has the right to violate the dignity of a woman police officer by touching her inappropriately? Accusing the Congress of adopting double standards, the BJP spokesperson said: On the one hand, it worships women in the form of goddesses during Navratri, while on the other hand, it plays with the dignity of women and allows uniformed women personnel to be touched inappropriately. Such conduct can only come from an irresponsible Leader of the Opposition, known merely by his surname, Rahul Gandhi, and his anti-Constitution party. Underlining that preventing any police officer, whether male or female, from discharging their official duty is an offence under the penal laws of our country, Gaurav Bhatia said: This is not just Rahul Gandhi's problem; it reflects a mindset that believes, 'We are the Gandhi family and therefore we are above the law.' Concern for women's dignity arises only when the women belong to the Gandhi family. He claimed that the visuals clearly show Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra hitting, elbowing, and pushing a woman police officer. Thereafter, she (Priyanka Gandhi Vadra) retreats into her Z-plus security cover and escapes accountability, he remarked.

bhaskarlive 15 Oct 2026 8:22 pm

Mission Samudra: Keralam eyes port-led economic rise

States 400-crore project aims to create an integrated logistics hub centred on maritime strengths

The Hindu Businessline 15 Oct 2026 8:19 pm

Dismantling KIIFB will set back Keralams development by 30 years, says Isaac

Projects implemented through KIIFB would take at least 30 years to complete if funded entirely through regular budgetary allocations, says former Finance Minister

The Hindu 15 Oct 2026 7:50 pm

PPS Motors Inaugurates Pune's Largest Upcountry Automobile Service Center at Saswad for Mahindra; 151st PPS-Mahindra touchpoint in India

Pune (Maharashtra) [India], October 15: PPS Motors, a part of one of India's largest automobile retail conglomerates, inaugurated a new Mahindra service facility in Saswad, Pune, further strengthening its presence in Maharashtra and enhancing access to quality vehicle service for customers in the region. The facility was inaugurated by senior officials from Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., including Pavan Kumar, SVP and Head Sales, Customer Care and CX, Sachin Gupta, VP & Head - Customer Care, Manoj Kumar - Zonal Head Customer Care - West Zone, Samira Mahapatra - RCCM - Pune Region, and PPS Group's Supreeth R, CEO, PPS-M & M (Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Kerala), Pakshal Shah, Chief of Staff, Insha Maseeh, COO, PPS-M & M Maharashtra along with other senior representatives from both organisations. The new workshop, PPS Group's 151st Mahindra touchpoint in India , takes its network to 9 Mahindra touchpoints in and around Pune .

Business Standard 15 Oct 2026 7:45 pm

ISL 2026-27: Huge Digital Audience For Opening Week

The first five matches of the Indian Super League 2026-27 season have garnered significant viewership on YouTube, with 65 million views and 52 million viewers. The opening week also saw high concurrent viewership, particularly for the Inter Kashi versus Kerala Blasters FC match, and strong engagement across both English and Hindi feeds, underscoring the league's growing digital presence and the importance of multilingual content.

Rediff 15 Oct 2026 7:26 pm

Kerala Assembly unanimously passes resolution asking Union government to accept States revised ESA proposal

State governments revised Ecologically Sensitive Area proposal covers an area of 8,590.69 sq km in 98 revenue villages. Centre urged to issue final notification on ESA in the Western Ghats only after considering the proposal submitted by the State govt. so as to safeguard the interests of the people of the State

The Hindu 15 Oct 2026 7:19 pm

Keralam govt. opens doors to ABASS, Pandalam Palace ahead of Sabarimala season

The UDFs invite to both for a Sabarimala review meeting in Pampa signals a shift toward including devotees groups previously excluded from pilgrim welfare consultations amid preparations for the Mandala-Makaravilakku season.

The Hindu 15 Oct 2026 7:08 pm

Kozhikode set to emerge as Keralams next major IT destination

Keralam Chief Minister V D Satheesan lays foundation stone for 600-crore HiLITE Cyber Tower at Cyberpark, Kozhikode

The Hindu Businessline 15 Oct 2026 6:46 pm

Northeast monsoon sets in over Keralam; yellow alert for State on Oct. 16

Ahead of the arrival of the northeast monsoon, maximum temperature fell appreciably in Kollam and Thiruvananthapuram districts

The Hindu 15 Oct 2026 6:43 pm

Kerala BJP Opposes Proposed Hike in Sabarimala Virtual Queue Booking Fee

The Kerala BJP is set to protest against the proposed increase in the Sabarimala virtual queue booking fee from 5 to 10, citing financial burden on pilgrims. Kerala BJP Opposes Proposed Hike in Sabarimala Virtual Queue Booking Fee

Daily Kiran 15 Oct 2026 5:58 pm

Social Media Influencer Among 4 Arrested With MDMA, Cash In Kerala

Police seized 10.5 grams of MDMA, estimated to be worth Rs 50,000 in the retail market, along with syringes allegedly used to inject drugs, a digital weighing scale, zip-lock covers used for packaging drugs and nearly Rs 25,000 in cash suspected to be proceeds from drug sales.

NDTV 15 Oct 2026 5:53 pm

Kerala High Court Telephone Operator Recruitment 2026

Kerala High Court has invited online applications for the post of Telephone Operator. Applications can be submitted at hckrecruitment.keralacourts.in from 16 October 2026 to 16 November 2026.

FreeJobAlert 15 Oct 2026 5:42 pm

Vijayan's CMRL Plea Dismissed By Kerala HC

The Kerala High Court dismissed pleas by former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, his daughter Veena T, and son-in-law P A Mohamed Riyas, challenging an order to register an FIR against them in the alleged CMRL bribery case. The ruling has drawn varied political reactions, with BJP and Congress welcoming it, while CPI(M) claims political motivation. The court affirmed that an accused has no right to be heard before an FIR is registered and that a preliminary inquiry is unnecessary when ED provides sufficient material.

Rediff 15 Oct 2026 5:42 pm

Three Keralites Die In Germany Fire

Three Keralites, Sivin Johny, Nova Sabu, and Anjali Sheela Joy, died in a residential building fire in Bochum, Germany. Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan's office is coordinating with the Indian Embassy and Ministry of External Affairs to repatriate their mortal remains, with the state government bearing all expenses. Public representatives have also urged swift action to bring the bodies home.

Rediff 15 Oct 2026 5:23 pm

18-carat gold prices to be standardised across jewellery outlets in Keralam

The move aims to eliminate price variations, align 18-carat pricing with the same proportional method used for 22-carat gold, and bring transparency

The Hindu Businessline 15 Oct 2026 4:45 pm

Keralam Assembly Passes Resolution Urging Centre to Accept Revised Western Ghats ESA Proposal

The resolution was moved by Minister for Electricity, Environment and Parliamentary Affairs Sunny Joseph urging the Centre to issue the final ESA notification regarding the Western Ghats only after considering the revised proposal submitted by the Keralam government in order to safeguard the interests of the people of the state

Deccan Chronicle 15 Oct 2026 4:08 pm

South Indian Bank Q2 result: Profit rises 21% to 426 cr, gross NPAs fall

South Indian Bank on Thursday reported a 21 per cent rise in net profit to Rs 426 crore for the second quarter ended September 30. The Kerala-based private sector bank registered a net profit of Rs 351 crore in the September quarter of the previous fiscal year. Its total income increased to Rs 3,264 crore in the second quarter from Rs 2,923 crore in the same period of the previous fiscal year, South Indian Bank said in a regulatory filing. Interest income also climbed to Rs 2,796 crore in the September quarter of FY27 from Rs 2,407 crore in the year-ago period. On the asset quality front, gross non-performing assets (NPAs) moderated to 1.24 per cent of gross advances at the end of September 2026 against 2.93 per cent a year ago. Similarly, net NPAs or bad loans improved to 0.09 per cent at the end of September 2026 from 0.56 per cent at the end of the same month a year earlier. However, its provisions and contingencies rose to Rs 159 crore from Rs 63 crore in the second quarter o

Business Standard 15 Oct 2026 3:58 pm

Woman social media influencer among 4 arrested with MDMA in Keralams Malappuram

Police said the group was allegedly selling MDMA to students and young people in Malappuram, Vengara and Mankada areas

The Hindu 15 Oct 2026 3:44 pm

Case against Keralam MLA Najeeb Kanthapuram for blocking court-ordered attachment

Case filed after complaint by an advocate commissioner. Four unidentified persons too named as accused

The Hindu 15 Oct 2026 3:36 pm

Gujarat Inject (Kerala) rises on bagging purchase order from Deon Energy

Mumbai, October 15 (Udaipur Kiran): Gujarat Inject (Kerala) is currently trading at Rs. 9.60, up by 0.08 points or 0.84% from its previous closing of Rs. 9.52 on Gujarat Inject (Kerala) rises on bagging purchase order from Deon Energy

Udaipur Kiran 15 Oct 2026 3:27 pm

No case for continuation of KIIFB as a body that raises funds and finances projects, says Sudha Pillai panel report

Report tabled in Assembly says Kerala Infrastructure Investment Fund Boards functioning has 'significant detrimental impact on future fiscal trajectory of the State

The Hindu 15 Oct 2026 3:24 pm

Small Businesses During Festival Season: The Economic Life Behind the Celebrations

Small Businesses During Festival Season: The Economic Life Behind the Celebrations Festivals are an integral part of life in Kerala and Karnataka. They bring people together through religious ceremonies, cultural programmes, traditional performances, and family gatherings. Behind these celebrations, however, thousands of small business owners and street vendors work hard to earn their livelihoods. Flower [] The post Small Businesses During Festival Season: The Economic Life Behind the Celebrations appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Mangalorean 15 Oct 2026 2:28 pm

When gods walk at dawn: A travellers guide to experiencing Theyyam in North Kerala

In Kavvayi, 40 kilometres from Kannur, a man becomes a god. For visitors willing to trade sleep for firelight, the Kaliyattam festival at the Sree Kathivanoor Veeran temple offers one of Keralas most intense cultural experiences. We travel to show you how and why you should experience this

The Hindu 15 Oct 2026 2:16 pm

Watch: When a man becomes god: The story of Kathivanoor Veeran Theyyam

What does it take for a man to become a god? In North Kerala, Theyyam artistes undergo hours of rituals, makeup and transformation to embody deities. Follow Vinu Peruvannan as he becomes Kathivanoor Veeran, a warrior-turned-deity, and discover the folklore, fire and faith behind Keralas extraordinary Theyyam tradition.

The Hindu 15 Oct 2026 2:08 pm

Pinarayi Vijayan, others left with two legal options after Kerala HC dismisses their writ appeals in CMRL payoff case

Pinarayi, his daughter T. Veena and son-in-law Mohamed Riyas can either challenge registration of FIR against them or approach Supreme Court against Kerala HC order denying them leave to challenge Single Judges order directing FIR registration, according to legal experts close to the former CM

The Hindu 15 Oct 2026 2:08 pm

Will Nithya Raman be LA's first Indian American mayor?

Kerala-born Nithya Raman is currently leading incumbent Mayor Karen Bass in the Los Angeles mayoral race following a recent televised debate. The two Democrats sparred over critical issues like homelessness and public safety. If elected in the November 3 polls, Raman would be the first Indian-American Mayor of Los Angeles.

Rediff 15 Oct 2026 1:46 pm

Keralam cannot unilaterally withdraw from PM SHRI scheme under MoU: State Minister N Samsudheen

Keralam Education Minister N Samsudheen on Thursday told the State Assembly that the state cannot unilaterally withdraw from the PM SHRI scheme under the terms of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed by the previous government. He added that a Cabinet subcommittee has been constituted to examine the state's next steps. Speaking during Question Hour in the Assembly, Samsudheen read out provisions of the MoU and said the agreement did not grant the state government the right to withdraw from the scheme unilaterally.

devdiscourse 15 Oct 2026 1:43 pm

Tanuj Virwani turns writer, producer and director for his iPhone-shot thriller Naash, filmed at his Lonavala farmhouse

Actor Tanuj Virwani is stepping into a new creative space as he takes charge of writing, producing and directing his own series, Naash. What makes the project particularly intriguing is that the thriller has been shot on an iPhone, with several sequences filmed at Tanujs farmhouse in Lonavala, adding a personal and unconventional dimension to the filmmaking experience. Written and directed by Tanuj himself, Naash reflects his desire to explore storytelling beyond the traditional boundaries of filmmaking. The project was shot across locations including Lonavala, Kerala and Hong Kong, bringing together different settings for a narrative rooted in suspense and thrills. Talking about the experience, Tanuj shared, Naash is a thriller, and the whole experience of making it has been extremely exciting and challenging for me. I wanted to experiment with the medium and see how far we could push ourselves creatively by shooting an entire film on an iPhone. A lot of it was shot at my farmhouse in Lonavala, and I also shot with my friends, which made the experience very personal. But shooting a thriller on a phone at night was genuinely very scary! When youre working in the dark, trying to create the right atmosphere and capture the tension with limited resources, the entire experience becomes incredibly immersive. It was a different kind of filmmaking experience altogether. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Tanuj Virwani (@tanujvirwani) For Tanuj, wearing multiple hats on Naash has meant being involved in every stage of the creative process, from developing the script to translating his vision into a film. The decision to shoot on an iPhone also presents an interesting experiment in independent filmmaking. With Lonavala providing a key backdrop for the project, alongside locations in Kerala and Hong Kong, Naash brings together a distinctive setting and a hands-on creative approach. The film marks an interesting step in Tanujs journey as he explores his abilities behind the camera while continuing his work as an actor. By writing, producing and directing Naash, Tanuj Virwani is embracing a more personal approach to cinema, taking a story from the page to the screen on his own terms.

Bollywood Hungama 15 Oct 2026 1:41 pm

Kochi synagogue arson case: What happened, and history of over 800-year-old structure

A fire was deliberately set at Blossom Nursery, located in front of the historic Kadavumbhagam Synagogue in Ernakulam, around 2.40 a.m. on October 12, 2026

The Hindu 15 Oct 2026 1:33 pm

Keralam Home Minister Defends Zero FIR in Delhi Student Assault Case

He alleged that Delhi Police had not registered an FIR in the matter, while Kerala Police had initiated legal proceedings based on Athira's complaint

Deccan Chronicle 15 Oct 2026 1:31 pm

Disproportionate assets case: Kerala HC suspends sentence of former DGP Tomin J. Thachankary

In his appeal, Thachankary contended that there were irregularities in the sanction order issued to prosecute him and that the prosecution had miscalculated his rental income, property income, payments made by his relatives, and properties acquired by his wife

The Hindu 15 Oct 2026 1:24 pm

Keralam Law Student Alleges Assault by Delhi Police During Protest in Delhi; Police Files Zero FIR

The complaint further alleges that police personnel struck her on the face, restrained her arms behind her back and kicked her. It also alleges that they attempted to tear her clothes and snatch her phone

Deccan Chronicle 15 Oct 2026 1:18 pm

Influencer Arrested In Malappuram Drug Bust

Four individuals, including a social media influencer, have been arrested in Malappuram, Kerala, for possession of MDMA. Police seized 10.15 grams of the drug, along with other paraphernalia and cash, after intercepting their car on Wednesday night. The accused were allegedly planning to sell the drugs.

Rediff 15 Oct 2026 1:10 pm

Operation Toofan: 30 Kg Ganja Seized In Kochi

Kochi police have arrested Abdul Hai Molla and seized over 30 kg of ganja, valued at approximately Rs 50 lakh, as part of the anti-narcotics drive Operation Toofan. Molla, from West Bengal, is suspected of transporting the ganja from Odisha to Kerala for wholesale distribution.

Rediff 15 Oct 2026 1:06 pm

Keralam Assembly: Opposition walks out over removal of fences in Chinnakkanal; Forest Minister says only illegal ones are dismantled

Forest Minister and Revenue Minister explain govt stand after LDF moves adjournment motion to discuss hardships faced by farmers and other residents on account of September 23 order by Idukki Collector

The Hindu 15 Oct 2026 12:36 pm

Congress files complaint against BJP councillor R. Sreelekha over alleged derogatory comments against Rahul Gandhi

Referring to Rahul Gandhi's remarks likening Delhi protests demanding resignation of Gyanesh Kumar to a 'thandav, Sreelekha allegedly said the Congress leader was 'displaying the restlessness and frenzy when drugs in excess quantities enter the body

The Hindu 15 Oct 2026 12:12 pm

Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar takes charge as full-time Governor of Tamil Nadu

Mr. Arlekar, while he was serving as Governor of Keralam, had been additionally discharging the duties of Governor of Tamil Nadu since March 5, 2026

The Hindu 15 Oct 2026 12:11 pm

KUDSIT Project Intern Recruitment 2026

Kerala University of Digital Sciences Innovation and Technology (KUDSIT) has invited online applications for the post of Project Intern. Applications can be submitted at duk.ac.in till 28 October 2026.

FreeJobAlert 15 Oct 2026 11:45 am

Kerala PSC University Assistant Answer Key 2026 Out - Download Provisional Answer Key PDF

Kerala PSC University Assistant Answer Key 2026 has released for the 14 October exam under Category No. 454/2025. Download the provisional answer key and question paper PDFs in Malayalam, Tamil and Kannada for Question Paper Code 91/26, and check booklet codes A, B, C and D at keralapsc.gov.in.

FreeJobAlert 15 Oct 2026 11:44 am

Kerala Police registers zero FIR over alleged assault on NSUI activist in Delhi

The case was registered at the Museum police station in Thiruvananthapuram following a complaint submitted by Vijayan to the Kerala police chief

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 11:06 am

Keralam: Man Asked to Do Community Service for Flying Drone Over Railway Property

The Southern Railways has asked the public to avoid unauthorised entry onto railway tracks, bridges and restricted areas for photography, videography or drone operations

Deccan Chronicle 15 Oct 2026 10:54 am