Keralam CM Pinarayi Vijayan changes social media bio ahead of vote counting for Assembly elections
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan updated his social media bio. This comes as vote counting for the state Assembly elections is scheduled. Exit polls suggest a victory for the Congress-led United Democratic Front. The Left Democratic Front is also projected to secure seats. The results will be declared on May 4.
No Minority Consolidation Against LDF In Kerala, Says Minister Rajeev
Minorities in Kerala have no grievances against the state government : Kerala Industries Minister P Rajeev
Parties Gear Up for Celebrations Ahead of Kerala Assembly Election Results
In Keralas Malappuram district, Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) workers in Pandikkad are reportedly preparing biryani for nearly 5,000 people.
Kerala Assembly Polls: Official declaration of results likely by 5 p.m. on May 4
Trends and final results can be accessed on results.eci.gov.in.
Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Puducherry Election Results 2026 : Party Wise Updates
Upsets could be on the cards in the 2026 Assembly elections in Tamil Nadu (234 seats) and Kerala (140 seats). In Puducherry, which has 30 seats, the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) is likely to retain power. In Kerala, the Congress-led United ...
Kerala Poll Turnout Rises To 79.70 Pc After Inclusion Of Service Voters' Postal Ballots
CEO Rathan U Kelkar said the polling percentage for the Assembly election was 79.63 per cent, excluding postal ballots of service voters.
'Will win by massive majority,' says BJP's George; bets Rs 1 crore on victory
P C George, a BJP candidate, expressed strong confidence in winning the Poonjar Assembly seat. He also predicted his son Shone George's victory in Pala. George anticipates a hung Assembly in Kerala, with the UDF as the largest front. He projected the NDA securing approximately 11 seats in the state. The election results are due on Monday.
Kerala: Crude bombs, gunpowder seized in Dharmadam, CM Vijayans constituency
Kannur: Police seized explosive materials, such as crude country-made bombs and gunpowder, during a search in the Dharmadam Assembly constituency, represented by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, a day ahead of the counting of votes. Elections to the 140 constituencies in Kerala were held on April 9, and votes will be counted on May 4. Acting Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Kerala: Biryani, laddoos prepared as parties gear up for election result day celebrations
Political parties across Kerala are gearing up for celebrations as election results approach. Congress and UDF workers in Malappuram are preparing biryani for thousands. The BJP is also organizing celebrations in Kochi with laddoos. Parties express confidence in their anticipated victories, with some expecting to win multiple seats.
'Will back their decision': IUML to support ally Congress on Kerala CM pick
State elections outcome, oil prices, earnings major drivers for stock markets this week: Analysts
NEW DELHI, May 3: Stock markets are likely to be guided this week by the outcome of state elections and high crude oil prices amid the West Asia conflict, say analysts. The developments related to the West Asia conflict and the Strait of Hormuz will also be tracked by investors, they said. Counting of votes for the five assembly elections in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam, and Puducherry will begin on Monday, May 4. The most immediate catalyst will [] The post State elections outcome, oil prices, earnings major drivers for stock markets this week: Analysts appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Kerala Leaders Express Confidence Ahead of Election Results
Kerala Minister P A Mohamed Riyas said the situation was favourable for the CPI(M)-led LDF across the state
Watch: What happens on counting day? | Explained
Voting is over. Across Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Puducherry, West Bengal and Assam, the big question now is: who wins? With counting of votes set to begin on May 4, heres a closer look at how the process is done in India step by step.
Kerala Assembly election results on May 4 after high-stakes triangular fight
This Monday, the political landscape of Kerala is set to shift as the counting of votes begins for the Assembly elections held on April 9. The ruling LDF, the opposing UDF, and the BJP-led NDA are keenly awaiting the results that will define their respective roles in the state. With participation from over 2.
Assembly Election Results 2026 date and time: West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam, and Puducherry await their Assembly election results on May 4th. Vote counting begins at 8 AM, with initial trends expected within two hours. High voter turnouts were recorded across states, setting the stage for crucial contests, including the direct face-off in West Bengal and the UDF vs. LDF battle in Kerala.
India Meteorological Department forecasts above-normal May rainfall nationwide, except for parts of east and northeast India. Delhi experienced relief from heat with Saturday night thunderstorms and a yellow alert for the next two days. Kerala and Jammu and Kashmir are also bracing for heavy rainfall and thunderstorms.
Despite a strong global opening, Patriot starring Mohanlal and Mammootty experienced a noticeable dip in domestic collections on its second day. While the film crossed 50 crore worldwide, its India net collections stand at 16.15 crore, with Kerala leading regional performance. Strong overseas traction has significantly boosted its overall box office figures.
Why the biggest winners in these assembly elections may not even be political parties
Millions are at stake on Polymarket, a prediction platform, as Indian assembly election results loom. Over $20 million is tied to Tamil Nadu's outcome alone, with significant bets also placed on West Bengal, Kerala, Assam, and Puducherry. Despite Indian law prohibiting such markets, users leverage crypto and VPNs to participate, showcasing a growing trend in crowd-sourced forecasting.
Row over book release, exam clearance at SSUS intensifies
Ernakulam sees heavy inflow of suspected MDMA
The spike follows a crackdown triggered by a raid at a star hotel at Kadavanthra in March, where eight professionals were arrested with suspected narcotic substances
Watch: How Kerala, West Bengal and Assam voted in 2021
With voting over and counting set for May 4, this explainer looks at how Kerala, West Bengal and Assam voted in 2021, and what those patterns could tell us about the results this time.
Kerala polls: Three names in race for CM post if UDF wins, says Congress leader PJ Kurien
Veteran Congress leader PJ Kurien stated that only three names are under serious consideration for the Chief Minister post if the UDF wins in Kerala. He emphasized that the party high command will make the final decision after consulting state leadership and MLAs, ensuring unanimous acceptance.
Kochi turns waste into art to boost Swachh Survekshan rank
Kochi ranked first in the State and 50th nationally in last years rankings. Service level progress, visible cleanliness and certification, field assessment, citizen feedback, documentation, and validation are among the key components for ranking
Man arrested 25 years after wifes death in Kozhikode
Lorry driver killed after vehicle overturns
The accident occurred when the lorry, while being driven out of a parking shed at Aruvikkal near Onnakavu, went out of control
Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: No violation of rules on strong room premises in Kozhikode
Kerala Assembly polls 2026: Election is not a boxing contest, but a fight between ideologies: Riyas
Responding to UDF candidate P.V. Anvars dare to shave his head if defeated in the election, Minister says even UDF workers will not accept such challenges
Lightning strike damages house in Keralas Thrissur, injures three
12-year-old student of private boarding school in Keralas Kollam assaulted; warden, cook arrested
Local bodies should come forward to get fitness certificates for Keralas govt. schools: KGPSHA
Kalpathy dance, music programmes begin
Kerala Awaits Verdict: UDF Eyes Return, LDF Banks On Continuity As Counting Day Nears
The UDF camp was pleased with the voter turnout, which reached 79.63 per cent: Reports
Woman allegedly bites staff, injures two at Mukkom municipal office
VISWAS distributes fans t residents of Entry Home for Girls in Palakkad
Kanayi Kunhiramans endosulfan memorial sculpture completed after 18 years of effort in Kasaragod
The installation, titled Ammayum and Kunjum (Mother and Child), portrays the suffering of children affected by endosulfan exposure
Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: seven counting centres set up for 16 constituencies in Malappuram
Kerala elections 2026: May 4 is day of reckoning for States Congress factions
For the Jose K. Mani-led Kerala Congress (M), retaining crucial seats such as Pala is of prime importance. With P.J. Joseph stepping away from the electoral fray, Kerala Congress needs a strong showing to reinforce its independent identity within the UDF
SHRC directs Kerala govt. to make VIP duties stress-free for doctors
Attappady school wins short film award
Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: All set for counting at Kottayam
Lightning injures eleven during Mangaladevi temple festival in Idukki
City schools shine in ICSE, ISC exams
Passing out parade of 60 Kerala Police Sub-Inspector trainees held
State Police chief Ravada Chandrasekhar reviews parade at Kerala Police Academy; top performers honoured
Pets emerge as emotional lifelines amid rising stress
All set for counting in Pathanamthitta
The strongrooms will be opened at 7 a.m. on May 4 in the presence of candidates or their authorised agents. Counting will begin at 8 a.m.
Kerala's upcoming election sees the LDF government banking on its development model and welfare gains for a third consecutive term, a feat rarely achieved due to anti-incumbency. Despite high SDG rankings, the state faces challenges in gender equality and economic growth, while migration and wage gaps emerge as key voter concerns.
All Set For Counting Day In Kerala
Postal ballots will be counted first, followed by Electronic Voting Machines, with 14 machines taken up at each centre. VVPAT slips will be counted in five randomly selected booths per constituency, and in case of any discrepancy, VVPAT slips will be considered final
Wake Up Keralam condemns Vellappally Natesans communal statements
Organisation urges Vellappally Natesan to immediately withdraw his inflammatory statements and refrain from any further moves that may threaten the religious harmony and social fabric of Kerala
Kozhikode native wins Fulbright-Nehru Doctoral Fellowship
Amina Reem V.P., a research scholar at the Department of Political Science, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram, selected for fellowship
Kerala Cabinet decides to provide financial assistance to victims of Valparai accident
An amount of 10 lakh each will be given to the families of five of the deceased who did not have insurance cover. Other deceased teachers were covered under insurance
Second edition of the travel and trade expo will be held from June 3 to 5
Kerala Govt To Provide Rs 10 Lakh Aid To Valparai Accident Victims
Staff of Pallipparambu Government Primary School in Kerala's Malappuram district had gone on a trip to Valparai, of whom 10 died in the accident last month.
Heavy rains lash parts of Kerala; IMD issues 'orange alert' in four districts
Kerala experienced heavy rains on Saturday, leading the IMD to issue an 'orange alert' for Ernakulam, Thrissur, Idukki, and Malappuram districts due to very heavy rainfall. The alert warned of thunderstorms with gusty winds up to 50 km per hour. Additionally, high UV radiation levels were recorded in Pathanamthitta and Idukki.
Dining out set to get costlier in Kerala as LPG prices surge; hotels call May 6 shutdown
With the latest hike, the price of a commercial cooking gas cylinder has crossed 3,000 in cities such as Kochi, where it reportedly fetches over 3,400 in the black market
The Karunya KR-752 lottery results are released today at 3 PM, offering participants a chance to win prizes ranging from a 1 crore jackpot to smaller amounts. Ticket holders can check their numbers for the draw, which features multiple prize tiers. The Kerala State Lotteries Department ensures transparency in the announcement and claiming process.
Kerala Awaits Election Results Amidst Political Tension
Thiruvananthapuram, May 2: As Monday morning approaches, the political atmosphere in Kerala remains tense. All political parties are experiencing a sense of unease and anticipation that transcends party lines. For the ruling Communist Party of India (Marxist) and Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, this moment is crucial. The election is seen as a significant test to ... Read more Kerala Awaits Election Results Amidst Political Tension
Kerala polls: Tight security in place for vote counting day, says State Police Chief
Ravada Chandrasekhar says forces have been deployed across the State to prevent any untoward incidents on counting day
Kerala Exit Poll 2026: Exit polls suggest the Congress-led UDF could unseat Kerala's ruling LDF after a decade in opposition, with projections indicating a close contest. Key issues influencing the vote include anti-incumbency, economic anxieties, and the Sabarimala dispute, while both fronts promise extensive welfare measures.
Kerala professor T.J. Joseph palm-chopping case: NIA court to frame charges against accused
NIA special court directs that accused Savad be produced and Shafeer, who is on bail, appear before it on May 15 for recording their pleas as part of framing of charges
Kerala Assembly elections: Counting arrangements in place for May 4
Kerala to have 140 counting centres across 43 locations. As many as 15,465 officials to be part of counting exercise in the State
Key UDF constituent Indian Union Muslim League is adopting a cautious wait-and-watch approach as Congress-led front awaits election results. Political analysts underline Muslim Leagues centrality to coalition stability, making its stance crucial in the days ahead
How the Middle East crisis may affect Kerala election results 2026
Kerala's 2026 assembly elections saw a record 78.27% voter turnout, with exit polls indicating a close contest between the UDF and LDF. Attention now turns to May 4th results, with questions arising about the potential impact of the Middle East crisis on the state's deep ties to the Gulf.
May Be You See One Side Online: Injured Foreigner Praises Kindness Of Kerala Locals
He added that two people quickly came to help him, took him into their home, bandaged his wound, and did not ask for anything in return.
CPI slams 993 hike in commercial LPG prices
P. Sandosh Kumar said that instead of ensuring stability in fuel supplies and prices, this approach had left the country exposed
Weather update: India braces for above-normal May rainfall, with the southwest monsoon expected around May 14-16. Delhi anticipates partly cloudy skies and light rain with thunderstorms on May 3. Kerala faces a yellow alert for heavy showers and strong winds across all districts. Widespread rain has been forecast for various regions, including heavy downpours in the Northeast and East, as per the IMD.
'Patriot' OTT: Mammootty film heads to THIS OTT platform
Malayalam film 'Patriot', released on May 1, 2026, is generating significant buzz. ZEE5 has secured its post-theatrical digital rights, with an OTT release expected after the theatrical run. The ZEE network also acquired television rights for Zee Keralam.
Primary league: On the Congress, UDF, 2026 Kerala Assembly elections
In Kerala, the UDF is engaged in ugly manoeuvres for the CMs post
'Truly Extraordinary Experience': A Foreign Mother and Son's 14-Day Kerala Journey Viral
A mother-son duo document their immersive two-week journey through Kerala's culture and landscapes.
Thief's Attempt To Burgle A House In Kerala Fails, Ends In A 10 Ft Deep Well
The incident was discovered in the morning when the homeowners wife heard strange noises and found the man clinging to a pipe inside the well: Reports
Elephant rampage at Kochi temple kills man, another dies in Thrissur attack
Two people were killed in separate elephant attack incidents in Kerala on Friday. Authorities are investigating both incidents, including possible lapses in handling and safety measures
Thiruvananthapuram, May 1: The Left Democratic Front (LDF) in Kerala has rejected the predictions made by exit polls ahead of the assembly election results. Instead, they are emphasizing the popularity of Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan as their greatest strength. The LDF, led by the CPM, claims that multiple surveys have identified Pinarayi Vijayan as the ... Read more LDF Dismisses Exit Polls, Backs Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayans Popularity Ahead of Kerala Elections
Mohanlal and Mammootty are tools for a socio-political endeavour in Mahesh Narayanans Patriot, which doesnt engage in star service
Kerala nursing student found dead in Bengaluru hostel, suicide suspected
Preliminary investigation suggests possible depression, though other factors are also being examined. The students father has raised suspicion, claiming his son was mentally strong and may have been affected by earlier hostel-related issues involving alleged drug use among roommates
Suvarna Keralam SK 51 Lottery Result (01/05/2026): Suvarna Keralam SK 51 weekly lottery conducted by the Kerala State Lotteries Department has been postponed May 8, 2026 instead of May 1, 2026. The event will have one ticket holder coming out as the winner of the grand first prize of Rs 1 crore.
2026 Kerala Elections: Anti-Incumbency, an Opposition in Swing & New Players
These elections will decide whether the LDF secures a third term or faces anti-incumbency.
All set for vote counting in Kozhikode district
This May Day reminds workers to be more organised, says Kerala Chief Minister
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said that even as neoliberal policies that undermine workers rights sweep across India, the voices of protest are emerging from the labour sector, which is very hopeful.
Snakebite Death Toll Rises In Kerala As 64-Year-Old Man Dies During Treatment
The deceased was bitten by a Russell's viper at his daughter's residence in Arinalloor in Kollam district last week.
Dijo Kappan, activist who championed consumer rights, passes away
A member of the Edamattam Kappil family of Pala, Kappan was active in student politics as a leader of the Kerala Student Congress, the campus wing of the Kerala Congress
However, he added, media reports that the high command had issued an extraordinary fiat to stop the work on the documentary directed by Vinod Mankara had no factual basis. However, the AICC has issued a general direction requesting that the rank-and-file desist from promoting individual party leaders on social and conventional media.
When the courtroom was his conscience: Remembering Dijo Kappan
Dijo Kappan met with an accident last year and was undergoing treatment. He died on Friday (May 1, 2026)
Ancient ritual continues at Poonjar Palace as Mangaladevi festival draws devotees
According to legend, the decline of the Poonjar dynasty began after the original temple, which was once under the kingdoms jurisdiction, fell into ruin
Inquiry panel gives clean chit to IPS officer Sujith Das in controversial phone call row
Mr. Das had been suspended from service in September 2024 when he was serving as the District Police Chief (Pathanamthitta), shortly after Mr. Anvar publicly released audio clips and made disclosures alleging misconduct by the officer
Mammootty-Mohanlal movie Patriot reaches cinemas as fans await an exciting re-union
The shows for the inaugural day were sold out in advance as fans of the lead actors thronged cinemas, anticipating an exciting movie experience
The latest OTT releases this weekend (May 13, 2026) feature the explosive return of Sapne Vs Everyone Season 2 on Prime Video and the series finale of Undekhi on SonyLIV. Dont miss Glory and Biker on Netflix, or the hard-hitting The Kerala Story 2 on ZEE5. Here is your ultimate binge guide.
Todays Chanakya predicts big win for BJP in West Bengal
Exit polls offer contrasting visions for West Bengal, with Today's Chanakya predicting a significant BJP victory and News18 foreseeing a close contest. In Tamil Nadu, DMK alliances appear poised for a majority, while actor Vijay's TVK could impact the AIADMK-BJP's standing. Pollsters also project BJP wins in Assam and an edge for UDF in Kerala.
Exit poll predicts big BJP win in Bengal, Assam; return of DMK in TN, dead heat in Kerala
NEW DELHI, April 30: A new exit poll on Thursday predicted that the BJP would win big in West Bengal and Assam, while the DMK would return to power in Tamil Nadu. The Todays Chanakya poll also predicted a tight race in Kerala, forecasting 69 seats for the Congress-led UDF and 64 seats for the []
Cusat student found dead in her rented room
