Highest-ever women voter turnout in Kerala, Assam and Puducherry
Women voters demonstrated remarkable enthusiasm in Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry, achieving record-breaking turnout and outperforming male voters in all three regions. Kerala saw the widest gender gap, with women's participation significantly boosting overall polling. This surge highlights women's growing political engagement and their importance to electoral outcomes.
Parties woo women voters with cash transfer promises
Political parties in Assam are vying for women's votes with competing cash-transfer promises, including increased monthly payouts and empowerment initiatives. This comes as women voters demonstrate consistently high participation, often surpassing male turnout in recent elections across Assam, Puducherry, and Kerala, influencing electoral dynamics.
Man crushed under bus during repair
Missing Kerala student found dead near Chandradrona hills
PTI Chikkamagaluru Three days after a Class 10 student from Kerala went missing during a family trip to Manikyadhara Falls in the Chandradrona hill range, she was found dead on Friday, police said. The deceased, identified as Kumari Shrinanda, had been missing since Tuesday evening after she went trekking in the Chandradrona hills, they said. []
Turning up: On high turnout in Kerala, Assam, Puducherry polls
Voter enthusiasm is a sign of a healthy democracy
Kerala Assembly polls: Further updates on voter turnout awaited
The ECINET app has been displaying 78.27% as the voter turnout since Thursday night. This is provisional and does not include service voters and postal ballots
High turnout in Assembly polls historic testimony for Indias democracy: CEC
Assam and Puducherry recorded their highest-ever voter turnout of 85.9% and 89.87% respectively, while Kerala recorded one its highest polling percentage at 78.27 %.
ISL: BFCholds all the aces in Kerala Blasters clash
Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: Probe under way into suspected incidents of bogus voting
Konthuruthy river restoration: Kochi Corporation hands aid to 80 families
The assistance, part of the rehabilitation package, was transferred directly to the bank accounts of beneficiary families who submitted documents in accordance with government norms
Anti-war music festival in Thiruvananthapuram on April 12 to feature four metal bands
Titled Kala/pam - Music Concert for Peace, the festival is organised by the collective Humans of World
Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: High polling in north Kerala sparks political spin across fronts
14-year-old Tourist From Keralam Found Dead In 2000-ft Depth Valley In Chikkamaguluru
On Tuesday at around 5.30 pm, Nanda went missing and search for her went futile on Wednesday and Thursday. The body of Srinanda was traced by rescue personnel tracking a foul smell emanating from a point down the cliff
Kerala poll: Deputy CM debate resurfaces as IUML asserts eligibility for post
Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: Tight security in place around strong rooms in Kozhikode
Surveillance cameras installed outside strong rooms with 24x7 monitoring. Strong rooms will be opened on counting day on May 4 in the presence of representatives of political parties
IMD issues 'orange alert' in north Kerala as rains bring relief from heat
Heavy rains lashed Kerala on Friday bringing relief from hot weather. The India Meteorological Department issued an orange alert for Kozhikode and Wayanad districts. Thunderstorms with moderate rainfall and gusty winds are likely. Other districts will also experience light to moderate rainfall. This alert signifies very heavy rainfall expected in the affected areas.
HC directs TDB to roll out centralised computerised accounting system across temples
Board asked to conduct structured training programmes for temple staff to ensure proper adoption and effective utilisation of the system
Wildlife trophy declaration notification: Kerala HC tells govt. to file affidavit
Fr. Biju John Vellakkada re-elected as CMI provincial
A war of words erupted between Ernakulam MP Hibi Eden and former Mayor M. Anilkumar after a proposal to convert the old office into a museum appeared on the agenda of a C-HED executive committee meeting last September
SSLC exams in Gulf: meet decided to seek ECIs nod
SSLC examinations had been postponed in the Gulf region in the wake of the U.S.-Israel-Iran war in the West Asia
A meeting of of people from across Kerala bearing the name Gagarin to be held in the Honorary Consulate of Russia at Vanross Junction
Thrissur bids emotional farewell to Fr. Francis Alapatt
Priest, doctor and humanitarian laid to rest; body donated to Jubilee Mission hospital as per his wish
Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: Satheesan writes to CEO opposing move to suspend e-Office
The e-Office system will be shut down from April 10 till April 15 for the roll-out of the latest version, says IT dept. Satheesan says the temporary shift to manual processes reduces transparency and creates the possibility of misuse during a sensitive election period
State can't differentiate between serving employees and pensioners on DA: SC
The Supreme Court has ruled that governments cannot offer different rates for inflation allowances to serving employees and pensioners. The court stated that inflation affects both groups equally. Appeals by the State of Kerala and KSRTC were dismissed. This judgment upholds the right to equality for retirees. The ruling emphasizes that arbitrary distinctions violate constitutional principles.
Census 2027: demarcation of houselisting blocks planned in April-end
Once HLBs are demarcated, census officials will have a clear idea as to the number of enumerators required for the census exercise planned in July this year with a 15-day self-enumeration period in June
Kerala Assembly polls 2026: UDF confident of electoral victory, says V.D. Satheesan
Leader of the Opposition says the front will secure more than 100 seats in Kerala
Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: High voter turnout in Kollam sparks hopes for main fronts
While the UDF dreams of a clean sweep, the LDF remains confident and the NDA looks toward a historic breakthrough
The Hindu Civil Services Summit to be held in Kozhikode on April 11
Congress office vandalised in post-poll clashes in Keralas Kannur
Political tensions remain high in Kannur after a series of violent incidents following polling.
Kerala polls: Opposing alliances seek to read the political leaves of high voting percentage
Notably, leaders of the three alliances signal a perceptible widening of Keralas electoral spectrum. They indicate that major alliances are compelled to court vacillating electoral groups of varied caste and religious hues more actively in 2026 compared to past polls
Let go and accept verdict: public health experts post-election Stoic advice for candidates
Dr. Ekbal suggests a practical approach to mental well-being of candidates who are in anticipation of outcomes after an intense and exhausting electoral battle
Mohiniyattam movie review: A rationalist bent to its dark humour makes this better than the original
In Mohiniyattam, helped by fine performances, director Krishnadas Murali reimagines the theme of the original to offer a somewhat engaging dark comedy
Controversial Marriage of Kumbh Mela Viral Star Monalisa Sparks Legal and Political Turmoil
Thiruvananthapuram, April 10: The marriage of Monalisa Bhonsle, known as the Kumbh Mela Viral Star, has plunged into a serious legal and political controversy in Kerala. Following revelations about her being a minor, the Madhya Pradesh police have filed a case against her husband, Farman Khan, under the POCSO Act. This case emerged after an ... Read more Controversial Marriage of Kumbh Mela Viral Star Monalisa Sparks Legal and Political Turmoil
A 95-year-old retired schoolteacher from Kerala, K Madhavan Nair, is drawing attention for his unwavering commitment to voting. Not to be confused with actor R. Madhavan, he has not missed a single election since Independence. Despite mobility issues and weak eyesight, he continues to visit his polling booth in person, saying the experience matters to him.
After polls, police to continue with intensified vigil in Kozhikode
The squads will stay alert at the district and State-level borders and continue with vehicle-checking in assigned areas
Superplum , the company behind India’s first modern farm-to-shelf fruit supply chain, has launched InstaTrace™ — a first-of-its-kind digital intelligence system that does something no other fruit brand in the world does: it lets consumers see everything. Superplum InstaTrace™ QR Scanner Every Superplum pack carries a unique QR code. One scan — no app download, no login — and families get the full, verifiable life story of their fruit: where it was grown, who grew it, how it was tested, and how it reached their home. In a market where consumers have been told to just “trust the label,” InstaTrace replaces blind faith with open data. Here Are The Receipts. India’s fruit industry is a $100 billion market with zero consumer-facing transparency. No brand lets you verify safety. No brand shows you the farm. No brand names the farmer. InstaTrace changes all of that. 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It is a live, batch-specific intelligence report powered by Superplum’s proprietary FreshManager™ platform — a system built over five years of in-house R&D to manage India’s most complex fresh produce supply chain. Globally, no fresh fruit brand combines all of these elements in a single consumer-facing scan: batch-level pesticide lab reports, named and photographed growers, GPS farm coordinates, timestamped cold-chain journey tracking, hygiene verification, and carbon footprint data. Leading international brands offer partial traceability — a regional certification here, an anti-counterfeit code there. InstaTrace goes further by declassifying the entire supply chain for every individual pack. The Safe Fruit Movement InstaTrace is the public-facing expression of Superplum’s broader mission: to make fruit safety visible and verifiable across India. Behind the QR code is a nationwide infrastructure of farm-level cold rooms, precision sorting and grading facilities, proprietary cold-chain transport (Fresherator™), automated ripening chambers, and state-of-the-art distribution centres — all digitally traced and connected through FreshManager™. This modern supply chain enables Superplum to deliver what was previously impossible in India: high-quality, pesticide-tested, fully traceable fruit at scale — including delicate varieties like lychees, cherries, and ready-to-eat mangoes, delivered nationwide. Don’t Guess. InstaTrace It! About Superplum Superplum is reimagining India’s fruit supply chain with a mission to make fruit safety visible and verifiable. Through its proprietary technology platform, custom-designed digital cold chain, and direct farmer relationships, Superplum delivers premium, traceable, and safe-to-eat fruit to consumers while ensuring fair returns for farmers. The company operates India’s first state-of-the-art modern fresh produce supply chain, serving consumers across multiple states through retail, quick-commerce, and e-commerce channels. www.superplum.com
Husband sentenced to triple life term for murder of woman civil police officer in Kannur
The incident occurred in November 2024. She had earlier filed a case in the Kannur family court expressing her unwillingness to continue the marriage
Kerala filmmaker Ranjith gets bail in sexual harassment case
As part of bail conditions, court directs Ranjith to surrender his passport, remain within Ernakulam district, and refrain from entering Fort Kochi, where the alleged offence took place during a film shoot,
Mona Lisa marraige age: A viral Maha Kumbh bead seller, Monalisa, is now at the center of a legal storm. Investigations revealed she is a minor, leading to an FIR against her husband, Farman Khan, under POCSO in Madhya Pradesh. The marriage, allegedly conducted in Kerala using forged documents to conceal her age, is under scrutiny.
2026 polls last three-front contest in Kerala: BJP leader Rajeev Chandrasekhar
Rajeev Chandrasekhar, BJP state president, foresees a significant shift in Kerala's political arena. He believes the 2026 Assembly elections will mark the final contest involving three major fronts. Following this, he anticipates a bipolar political system will emerge in the state. This new landscape will feature the NDA on one side and a Congress-CPI(M) alliance on the other.
How Keralas Jakobi Chocolatier is rethinking chocolate, one small batch at a time
From jackfruit experiments to chilli-laced almonds, Kochi-based chocolatier Jacob Joy is ditching mass production for small-batch, custom creations that push Indian chocolate in unexpected directions
Kerala Assembly elections: Wayanad funds row benefited UDF, says KPCC chief Sunny Joseph
Sunny Joseph says concerns should instead be directed at misuse of public treasury funds, the gold held by the Travancore Devaswom Board and collection made in the name of Ayyappa Sangamam
Neetha Joseph K, a doctoral scholar at IIT Hyderabad, has documented hand-painted political graffiti in Kerala in a research paper, The Visual Voices of Keralas Politics, which looks at the stylistic variations of the Malayalam fonts across eight districts in the State
Missing Kerala Teen Found Dead In Karnataka's Chandradrona Hills
The body has been traced, and the clothes she was wearing are intact. The body will be sent for a post-mortem, and further procedures are underway,Chikkamagaluru SP stated.
Kerala HC quashes government order denying sanction for CBI probe into 600 cr. cashew import scam
Court summons Principal Secretary of Industries department to appear before it in a contempt plea initiated following denial of sanction for CBI probe into alleged corruption in import of raw cashew between 2006 and 2015 by Kerala Cashew Board
BJPs P.C. George criticises bishops, says FCRA amendment Bill will be passed
P.C. George has claimed that among the candidates in Poonjar, he alone had worked for the Church's benefit
Kerala Assembly elections: Kunnathunadus high voter turnout keeps all three fronts guessing
LDF, UDF and NDA-backed Twenty20 claim the high turnout of over 83% to their advantage
15-year-old missing girl from Kerala found dead in Chikkamagaluru
Chikkamagaluru Superintendent of Police Jitendra Kumar Dayama told The Hindu that the body had been traced, and the clothes she was wearing were intact
Kerala Lottery Suvarna Keralam SK-48 Results April 10, 2026: Winning numbers and prize details
Kerala Lottery Suvarna Keralam SK-48 results are set to be announced today, with participants eagerly awaiting the chance to win the Rs 1 crore jackpot. Conducted by the Kerala State Lottery Department, this popular weekly draw features multiple prize tiers, making it one of the most sought-after lottery results in Kerala. With affordable tickets priced at Rs 50 and thousands of winners across categories, the Suvarna Keralam lottery continues to attract widespread interest.
Kerala Elections: LDF Aims for Historic Third Term as UDF Promises Change
Thiruvananthapuram, April 10: The political landscape in Kerala has shifted following the completion of the voting process. The election noise has subsided, but all eyes are now on May 4, when the publics verdict will be revealed. While there is a hush among political parties post-voting, behind-the-scenes strategies are intensifying. The ruling Left Democratic Front ... Read more Kerala Elections: LDF Aims for Historic Third Term as UDF Promises Change
Record Voter Turnout in Assam and Puducherry, JD(U) Leader Predicts NDA Victory
New Delhi, April 10: Rajiv Ranjan Prasad, the national spokesperson for the Janata Dal (United), stated on Friday that voter participation in the assembly elections of Kerala, Assam, and Puducherry has reached unprecedented levels. He noted that early trends indicate a strong position for the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in these key states. Speaking to ... Read more Record Voter Turnout in Assam and Puducherry, JD(U) Leader Predicts NDA Victory
Giriraj Singh Predicts TMC Defeat in Bengal, Claims Himanta Biswa Sarmas Return in Assam
Patna, April 10: Union Minister Giriraj Singh has asserted that the Trinamool Congress (TMC) will face a significant defeat in West Bengal, while Himanta Biswa Sarma is poised to reclaim his position as Chief Minister in Assam. Speaking to a news agency, Singh noted that the voter turnout in Kerala, Assam, and Puducherry reached unprecedented ... Read more Giriraj Singh Predicts TMC Defeat in Bengal, Claims Himanta Biswa Sarmas Return in Assam
The Kerala High Court has granted the vigilance bureau an additional 30 days to investigate alleged misappropriation of funds from 'Adiya Sishtam Ghee' sales at Sabarimala. Nine more TDB staff are now suspected, and poor record-keeping has hampered the probe. The court emphasized a thorough investigation to fix individual accountability and ensure swift action.
Keralam Assembly Elections 2026: LDF faced no anti-incumbency wave, V Sivankutty says
Kerala Minister V Sivankutty rejects claims of anti-incumbency against the ruling LDF government. He states there is no strong public sentiment against the administration. Sivankutty highlights the government's welfare measures and accessibility to citizens. He expresses confidence in the LDF retaining power. The minister also commented on a recent Prime Minister's roadshow.
Assembly Elections LIVE updates: Kerala, Assam, Puducherry witness record turnout on April 9
Maharashtra Congress president Harshwardhan Sapkal on April 9, 2026 announced that the party will not contest the upcoming Baramati Assembly by-election
Congress leader Rashid Alvi sees high voter turnout in Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry as a sign of anti-incumbency, predicting Congress victories. He criticized Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma's conduct. The Election Commission hailed the polling as historic, with record turnouts in Assam and Puducherry, and strong participation in Kerala.
Assam, Puducherry record highest-ever voter turnouts
Record voter turnouts were recorded in Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry, with officials hailing it as a validation of electoral roll revisions and a sign of public trust. Assam and Puducherry achieved all-time highs, while Kerala saw its best turnout since 1987. Muslim-majority seats in Assam saw a significant surge in participation.
Peaceful polling, record turnout signal strong democratic participation in key states: ECI
NEW DELHI, Apr 9 : Polling for elections to the legislative Assemblies of Assam, Kerala and Puducherry, along with bye-elections in four Assembly constituencies across Karnataka, Nagaland and Tripura, concluded on Thursday with largely peaceful proceedings and a surge in voter participation, the Election Commission said in a press note. According to the Commission, Assam and Puducherry registered their highest-ever voter turnout at 85.38 per cent and 89.83 per cent respectively, surpassing their previous records of 84.67 per cent in [] The post Peaceful polling, record turnout signal strong democratic participation in key states: ECI appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
BJP Claims Increased Voter Turnout Due to SIR: RP Singh
New Delhi, April 10: Voting concluded on Thursday in two states, Assam and Kerala, along with the Union Territory of Puducherry. In this context, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) spokesperson RP Singh asserted the partys confidence in winning across all three locations. In an interview with a news agency, Singh praised the significant voter turnout in ... Read more BJP Claims Increased Voter Turnout Due to SIR: RP Singh
As summer progresses, the eastern forest fringes of Kollam become hotspots of human-wildlife conflict. The presence of herds of bison and elephants even near towns throws normal life into disarray. The crisis extends into the vast agricultural sectors of the region as well. Navamy Sudhish explores the reasons for the wildlife incursion and how effective are the preventive strategies deployed by the Forest department
Kerala Assembly polls 2026: High voter turnout marks polls in Wayanad
Assembly election 2026: Strong voter turnout marks poll Day in Kerala, Assam & Puducherry
Kicking off the Assembly election season, Kerala, Assam and Puducherry went to the polls today in a single phase. Voting began at 7 a.m. and continued until 5 p.m., with results set for May 4. Heres how the day went.
Election 2026: Voting ends with high turnout in Assam, Keralam; CEC calls elections historic
Sambhavam Adhyayam Onnu, the Malayalam mystery thriller starring Askar Ali, is set to make its OTT debut. Released in theatres on March 6, the film received a positive response, especially for its mix of mystery, horror, and a time-loop concept. Directed by Jithu Satheesan Mangalathu, the story is set in a forest region near the KeralaTamil Nadu border, where strange and unexplained events unfold.
Record voter turnout in Assam, Puducherry; high polling rates in Kerala too
Bypolls held in four seats in Karnataka, Nagaland, Tripura; rival parties in all States claim high turnout is in their favour; incumbents seek hattricks in Kerala, Assam, while opponents say voters want change
Discover the Serenity of Veliyanad Village: A Hidden Gem in Kerala
New Delhi, April 9: As summer approaches, many eagerly anticipate the June holidays, seeking peace and tranquility to unwind from the years fatigue. If youre planning a summer getaway to a serene location where nature and water converge beautifully, Veliyanad Village in Kerala is an ideal choice. This hidden gem attracts fewer tourists, making it ... Read more Discover the Serenity of Veliyanad Village: A Hidden Gem in Kerala
Voters in Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry participated in Assembly elections. Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar congratulated the electorate for a historic turnout. Assam and Puducherry recorded their highest poll participation. Chief Ministers of Kerala and Assam praised the high voter engagement. Puducherry also saw significant participation. Election officials ensured smooth polling.
Assembly polls: Kerala records turnout of 78.23% in high stakes election
Kerala Assembly polls 2026: LDF will return to power, says Govindan
Kerala Assembly polls 2026: Alappuzha records 77.36% polling, voter turnout goes up from 2021
The Unique Traditions of Chettiyenchery Maheshwar Temple in Kerala
New Delhi, April 9: The revered deity Mahadev is worshipped in the form of a Shiva Lingam, while in some places, he is also honored as a self-manifested idol. In Kerala, the approach to worshiping Lord Shiva is notably distinct. Here, devotees revere him as a living force, seeking blessings through his divine incarnations. This ... Read more The Unique Traditions of Chettiyenchery Maheshwar Temple in Kerala
Kerala Assembly polls 2026: Thiruvananthapuram district witnesses an average voter turnout of 76.98%
The Nemom Assembly constituency, which witnessed one of the most unpredictable electoral battles this year, had one of the highest voting percentage in the district with 80.62%, followed by 80.72% in Kattakada. Bucking the usual trend, some of the rural constituencies had lesser polling compared to the urban constituencies.
Kerala Assembly Poll : Snippets
Protests broke out in Kurkanchery, Thrissur constituency
Kerala Assembly polls 2026: Idukki witnesses heavy voter turnout
The polling was recorded at 77.02% as of 6 p.m. on Thursday in the district
Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: 80.09% voter turnout in Palakkad district
The district had registered 78.37% and 77.85% polling in 2016 and 2021 respectively.
Kerala Assembly polls 2026: Brisk polling in Kottayam, Pathanamthitta districts
Kottayam records a polling percentage of 74.32%, up from 72.13% in 2021. In Pathanamthitta, the overall polling percentage stands at 70.55%, up from 69.64% in 2021
Watch: Sabarimala women entry case: What happened in the Supreme Court?
The Sabarimala case is back in the Supreme Court, and this time, the debate has taken a sharp turn. During Wednesdays hearing, the Centre told the court that some of its most progressive judgments may actually be not good law. And at the heart of this argument lies one question: how much power should courts really have over religion? What were the three arguments posed by Solicitor General Tushar Mehta? What is the Sabarimala women entry case all about?
UDF will get 100-odd seats: Chennithala
He says the large turnout of voters sends a strong signal for regime change
Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: High turnout fuels tight contest in Thrissur
Polling touches 77.06%, up 3.37 points from 2021; all 13 seats see intense multi-cornered fight
Kerala polls: UDF will return to power with 100 plus seats: Satheesan
Record Voter Turnout in Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry Assembly Elections
New Delhi, April 9: The first phase of assembly elections held on Thursday in Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry witnessed a remarkable voter turnout. The voting process was largely peaceful, with only minor incidents reported amid tight security. According to available data, Puducherry recorded the highest turnout at 89.08%, followed by Assam at 85.04% and Kerala ... Read more Record Voter Turnout in Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry Assembly Elections
Vijayan-led CPI(M) fate sealed in ballot boxes as polls saw enthusiastic voter turnout in Kerala
Kerala voted on Thursday in assembly polls. The outcome will decide the future of the ruling LDF and key opposition figures. High voter turnout was recorded across the state. Results will be declared on May 4. Both LDF and UDF expressed confidence in forming the government. The BJP aims to gain a foothold.
The booth was specifically set up at the Pachakkanam Anganwadi to accommodate a total of six registered voters: five men and one woman
Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: Delayed postal ballots leave poll officials without vote
Kerala Assembly polls 2026: Polling in urban Kozhikode off to slow start, picks up by noon
No major law and order issues were reported from any urban constituencies, though a few BJP workers raised complaints of suspected bogus voting in Beypore Assembly constituency
Kerala Sees Surge In Voter Turnout; Final Figures Awaited
The updated figures released at 7 pm by the Election Commission show a turnout of 77. 45 per cent, higher than the 74.06 per cent polling seen in the 2021 Assembly elections
Kerala Assembly polls 2026: Webcasting team acts as third eye at polling stations
Over 100 viewing supervisors took part in the continuous online monitoring process to ensure a trouble-free election in Kozhikode district on April 9
Flight services to West Asia surge amid fragile ceasefire
