'Balti' OTT release: When and where to watch
Malayalam action drama 'Balti,' starring Shane Nigam, is set to premiere on Sony LIV on July 10, following its theatrical release. The film, which blends sports, crime, and relationships on the Kerala-Tamil Nadu border, features a story of friendship and Kabaddi. Despite a promising plot and strong performances, the movie didn't perform well at the box office but received praise for its kabaddi sequences and technical aspects.
Woman dies after allegedly falling into well in Kannur
Debilitating disability: struggles of families of children with chronic disabilities in Kerala
Families of children with chronic diseases are struggling to manage their lives and the medical treatment of their wards, finds C. Maya. Experts in the field highlight the need to evolve a societal support system for the families
586 held in drug cases in Kozhikode in one month
Kannur Corpn. to press ahead with beach street vending plan
Malayalam translations of stories by Vasily Shukshin released
ED Conducts Raids in Tamil Nadu and Kerala Over Dream Makers Global Money Laundering Case
Chennai, July 2: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) announced on Thursday that it has conducted searches at eight locations in Tamil Nadu and Kerala as part of its investigation into Dream Makers Global Private Limited (DMGPL) for money laundering activities. The company is accused of running a multi-level marketing (MLM) scheme and a Ponzi scheme, allegedly ... Read more ED Conducts Raids in Tamil Nadu and Kerala Over Dream Makers Global Money Laundering Case
K. Anushree elected DYFI Kannur district president
FRC can fix fees only for prescribed MBBS course duration, Kerala High Court told
The submission came in response to a petition by the Kerala Private Medical College Managements Association
Kerala CM says Vizhinjam stake sale done without permission, conveys displeasure to Adani Ports
Kerala's Chief Minister has expressed strong disapproval to Adani Ports regarding a significant stake sale in the Vizhinjam International Port without state government consent. Opposition leader Pinarayi Vijayan also questioned the legality of the deal, citing the concession agreement which mandates prior approval for shareholding changes exceeding 25%. The controversy erupts following Adani Group's announcement of a 49% stake sale to Switzerland-based Terminal Investment Ltd.
Decision on liquor must come through UDF, says IUML
Epidemic prevention action plan to be launched in Ernakulam
Minister for Higher Education Roji M. John will launch the year-long programme, which will be jointly implemented by the district panchayat and the Health department
MACT awards 1.05 crore to road accident victim
ED recovers documents in raids on firm in T.N., Kerala
The searches, conducted by the EDs Chennai zonal office under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act on June 30, covered premises in Coimbatore, Krishnagiri, Malappuram, and Thrissur
Groundwater quality assessment flags elevated nitrate and iron contamination in Kerala
Of the 699 groundwater samples collected from the State, 32 showed nitrate concentrations above the permissible limit of 45 mg/litre. Forty-nine samples showed iron concentrations above the permissible limit
Thasrak celebrates writer O.V. Vijayans birth anniversary
CITIIS 2.0 project to be implemented in Thiruvananthapuram soon
An amount of 9.36 crore, constituting the Union and State government share, has been sanctioned for Phase I of the CITIIS 2.0 programme for improved and integrated solid waste management in the capital city
Chandanappally church swaps fireworks for a home and hope
Parish heeds the Catholicos request to forego fireworks for the church festival in the wake of the Mundakkai fireworks tragedy and redirect the savings towards building homes for deserving families
CPI(M) sore over UDF government proposing four locations for AIIMS in Kerala
Party leaders say that the LDF government had already identified Kinalur in Kozhikode and land acquisition is in final stages
ThiruvananthapuramKanniyakumari track doubling works: traffic arrangements in place for vehicles
Tree felling on CHR land in Idukki: Forest department will ask Revenue department to take action
Forest department will ask District Collector and Devikulam Subcollector to take action against owner of Gudanpara estate for repeatedly violating lease conditions of cardamom title deeds on Cardamom Hills Reserve
Yet to receive actor Shwetha Menons resignation, says AMMA ad-hoc panel
Iconic Chef Shares Lifes Secret Recipe
After battling cancer, Keralas culinary star, Maria Abraham, continues to create memories through food
City water supply: new 100 mld water treatment plant planned at Aruvikkara
Kerala Tourisms Onam fest to begin on August 24
Cardamom prices surge amid production concerns
CM writes to Adani Ports, conveying state's opposition to stake transfer to MSC
SFI seeks police probe into cyber campaign against it
Chaos at Kerala University special Senate meeting over anti-democratic actions of V-C
Left-backed members allege V-C does not convene regular Senate, Syndicate, and academic council meetings
Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology opens pay ward facility
The institute, as a matter of policy, has had general wards alone so far. Sixteen of the 40 rooms are currently open for the public
Shawarma-linked food poisoning strikes Thiruvananthapuram district again
Kombukuthy residents alarmed as elephants breach mitigation measures
Despite a 7.20 crore investment by the Forest department in wildlife mitigation measures like trenches and electric fencing, the elephant breached these defences, raising serious concerns about their effectiveness.
R. Chandrasekharan says the chairperson alone cannot be held responsible for the decisions. His reaction follows the government decision to grant sanction to prosecute him and former KSCDC managing director K.A. Ratheesh in the alleged corruption in the import of raw cashew
YouTuber booked for alleged drunk driving
Survey for Kollam-Dindigul NH 183 upgradation to kick off July 6
Govt Cyberpark and Forest dept. organise Van Mahotsav programme
Residents plead for widening Thuraiyur-Musiri road to prevent accidents
The 28-km highway stretch from Thuraiyur to Musiri caters to motorists travelling towards the western districts, besides Kerala and Karnataka but it has turned into an accident zone
Monsoon slows Kallayi river rejuvenation project
Kerala HC Declines to Extend Transit Bail of Viral Kumbh Mela Girl's Husband
Farman is accused of kidnapping her in a case registered by Madhya Pradesh police on a complaint by her father who has claimed that she is a minor
Kerala teacher suspended after assault on Class II student in Kannur; police register case
Teacher allegedly hit the student on the back with his hand for being slow in copying notes from the blackboard
Kerala HC refuses to extend Monalisa's husband's transit bail
The Kerala High Court on Thursday denied a request for extended transit bail to actor Farmaan Khan, whose marriage to a woman who gained fame at the Kumbh Mela, Monalisa, has sparked controversy.
Court observes that the matter has been pending for more than a year. Upon its request, Election Commission of India had approved a Cabinet meeting to finalise draft Kerala Prohibition of Ragging (Amendment) Bill during Kerala Assembly elections. After formation of new State government, three weeks were given to take steps on draft Bill on June 10
Sabarimala gold loss: Former TDB president P.S. Prasanth denies role
Prasanth says the only alleged lapse by certain officials was failing to inform Kerala High Court before sending gold-clad plates to Chennai for replating works in 2025
Kerala government reviews Adani Groups Vizhinjam port stake sale proposal
The stake sale reports had triggered a political controversy after the Chief Minister VD Satheesan announced in the State Assembly that the Adani Group had not informed the government about the transaction
Contract of 134 Keralas Kudumbashree staff terminated
Order extending contract of other employees till September 30 issued. However, the staff under DAY-NULM project have not got any such relief
Retired SI arrested under POCSO Act for sexually assaulting minor girl in Kerala
Pinarayi Vijayan tears into Adani group over Vizhinjam port share transfer without govt nod
Kerala's Opposition Leader Pinarayi Vijayan has questioned Adani Group's move to sell a 49% stake in the Vizhinjam port to MSC without state government approval. He alleges this violates the agreement and could lead to MSC monopolizing the port, impacting Kerala's revenue. Chief Minister VD Satheesan is urged to clarify the government's stance and actions regarding this illegal share transfer, which Adani Ports touts as a major foreign investment.
Printing press unit gutted in fire in Kochi; none hurt
Cause of blaze yet to be ascertained
Actor Ansiba Hassan approaches court seeking FIR against actor Lakshmipriya, two others
Ansiba had filed a complaint against Lakshmipriya and the two others before SHO of Palarivattom police. She had approached the court, alleging that the police did not take effective action on her complaint
Opposition Leader accuses Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan of showing unnecessary haste and stubbornness to provide tax cuts to liquor companies
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani dines at Chef Regi Mathews Kerala restaurant, Chatti, in New York
The New York City mayor, dined with his wife Rama Duwaji and his parents, filmmaker Mira Nair and scholar Mahmood Mamdani, at Chennai-based Chef Regi Mathews restaurant, Chatti, in Manhattan, which showcases Keralas toddy shop cuisine
Idlis in Manhattan? Kidilum is betting big on Kerala cuisine in New York
At Kidilum, a new restaurant in Manhattans Flatiron district, Chef Vinu Raveendran serves podi idlis, prawn pollichadhu and Alleppey fish curry with toddy, making a confident case for hyper-regional Kerala cuisine in New York
Finance Bill passed 'hurriedly' to give tax benefits to liquor cos: Kerala LoP Vijayan
Leader of Opposition Pinarayi Vijayan accused the UDF government of hastily passing the Finance Bill to benefit liquor companies through tax cuts, disregarding assembly rules. He alleged Chief Minister VD Satheesan was determined to grant these tax benefits, which he believes will lead to increased liquor availability. The Assembly approved the bill, enacting tax proposals from the recent state budget.
Kerala: Two Drug Peddlers Linked to Film Industry Arrested in Kochi
During the search, police seized 14.63 grams of MDMA from their possession
Dairy farmer injured in wild elephant attack in Keralas Wayanad
NIA cites larger conspiracy in Malappuram explosives seizure; court denies accused anticipatory bail
NIA is investigating seizure of 89,600 gelatin sticks and 1.05 lakh non-electric detonators from a lorry carrying onion sacks at Tirurangadi in Malappuram this February
Kerala govt begins examining Adani proposal to sell 49% stake in Vizhinjam port to MSC Group
Announcement by Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited has sparked a controversy in Kerala, with Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan claiming Adani Group had not communicated its decision to State govt and that its approval is mandatory for such a move
A Kerala family has been awarded Rs 2.5 lakh compensation after a public sector bank lost the original Pattayam (land title deed) submitted as security for a Rs 3 lakh agricultural loan. The mother-son duo mortgaged their 2-acre-20-cent land in 2014. When they discovered the document was missing in 2018, they faced significant distress and hardship, leading to the consumer commission's ruling.
Mollywood actor Amith Chakalakkal stars in the upcoming horror series 'Muthassi,' a blend of supernatural thrills and family drama. Set on the Kerala-Karnataka border, the story follows a family tormented by an ancient curse and strange occurrences after the husband's return. Veteran actor KPAC Leela plays the titular role, believed to hold the key to the mystery. The series premieres on OTT on July 3, 2026.
Rabbi says AR Rahman's communal bias claim 'probably does exist'
Singer-songwriter Rabbi Shergill, best known for Bulla Ki Jaana and Tere Bin, has shared his views on music composer AR Rahman's recent remarks hinting at communal bias in the entertainment industry, saying it is difficult to ignore the larger socio-political reality. He also referred to films such as The Kashmir Files and The Kerala Story to explain his point of view.
PIL challenges uploading of Munambam property details to Central portal
Customs questions actor Dulquer Salmaan in Operation Numkhor
MP calls for decentralisation of railway administration
Census fieldwork gets under way in Kozhikode amid teething troubles
INTUC-affiliated supporting artistes union demands fair wages
KSKTU oraganises protest against VB-G RAM G scheme
Hawala, cryptocurrency cases to be handed over to central agencies
PIL challenges renewal of bar licences, seeks CBI probe
Census 2027: Over 74,000 self-enumeration submissions received in Kozhikode
Keralas self-enumeration window closed on June 30,2026. Field enumeration will begin after boundary mapping and house numbering are completed. Enumerators to verify self-reported data
No final decision taken on PM SHRI: Minister
Four-member Cabinet subcommittee holds second meeting
A law student's Rs 67 overcharge on shoes led to a significant ruling against Bata India by the Kerala Consumer Commission. The retailer was found guilty of deficiency in service and unfair trade practices for charging above the printed MRP without adhering to legal procedures for revised pricing. While upholding the refund, the commission reduced compensation and litigation costs.
Kerala High Court dismisses petition challenging Padma Bhushan award to Vellappally Natesan
Bench held that if the SNDP general secretary is convicted in the cases filed against him, the President has the right to annul the conferment of the decoration, after which his name will be erased from the register.
PSC rank-list row: Minister calls for cancelling advice memos
The PSC has ordered a probe into the allegations regarding the process of valuation and preparation of rank lists for three chief-level posts in the board
Kerala Govt Not Consulted About Rs 13,000 Crore Adani -MSC Vizhinjam Stake Deal, Says CM Satheesan
As per the agreement, shares cannot be transferred without state government's consent
The Hindu Home Expo at Kochi LuLu Mall on July 4, 5
More than 125 K-RERA-approved apartments and villas from 20 leading builders to be showcased; four banks to offer home loan schemes at preferential interest rates for visitors
While there is no surprise in thestrong performanceofKerala (970 females per 1000 males) when it comes to sex ratio at birth, other States such as Arunachal Pradesh (1,050), Andaman and Nicobar Islands (984), Meghalaya (974), and Mizoram (972),are also top performers
Kerala Governor gives assent to Seshadrinathans appointment as State Election Commissioner
The government had come under fire from within the Congress and also the Communist Party of India (Marxist) for nominating an alleged Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) fellow traveller to the post
Two from Kerala arrested for poaching Indian Bison
THE HINDU IMPACT | Kerala HC initiates suo motu PIL into tree-felling on CHR land in Idukki
Allegations of large-scale tree-felling and unauthorised construction on 296 acres of cardamom title land on Gudanpara Estate, Idukki, falling under the Ponmudi Forest Section, Devikulam Range
Assembly had witnessed a huge influx of visitors during its first session after the Congress-led United Democratic Front government came to power in the State
Prior to the present appointment, Air Marshal Mann was Senior Air Staff Officer at the Western Air Command
SIT formed to probe organ trafficking and forgery charges
Forest official injured in wild elephant attack in Periyar Tiger Reserve
The officer, along with his team, were returning from patrolling when they encountered a wild elephant
MSC-Adani Vizhinjam port deal: State govt. approval needed for share transfer
Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan says the proposed acquisition of stake in AVPPL by MSC has come to the attention of the government through media reports. Adani port authorities had not initiated any correspondence or communication with the government in this regard
Below normal rain forecast for July raises concern for Kerala
Operation Toofan nets over 1 kg of MDMA in Malappuram
Vizhinjam port has emerged as a premier trans-shipment hub and ramped up at an unprecedented pace, mentioned APSEZ CEO.
Order issued on concessions to staff on Census duty in Kerala
KSTA, AKSTU protest government inaction on daily wage appointments in schools in place of teachers on Census duty
